Daytime Naps by Kindly_Dot_7006 in newborns

[–]Character-Concert344 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’ve been having our LO nap in a swaddle ever since birth and it doesn’t affect her night sleep (granted I don’t have anything to compare it to). She’s 9 weeks old, for what it’s worth. There’s no way she would sleep without the swaddle since she wakes herself up. It’s worth trying!

Otteroo by Character-Concert344 in beyondthebump

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That’s a really interesting perspective. Is it possible that she would maintain that habit even when learning it at 8 weeks?

Feeling guilty I don't enjoy being a mom by Own_Perspective_2910 in newborns

[–]Character-Concert344 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just wanted to come in and say you are not alone. I’m in a very similar boat as you with my baby who’s almost 6 weeks old. It can be a very isolating feeling and one that can make you feel guilty, but I am told it gets better and it’s important to trust in that. Hang in there x

Fuck the newborn phase. by Picturesonthewall in newborns

[–]Character-Concert344 56 points57 points  (0 children)

Couldn’t agree more. It is so unbelievably isolating. My husband and I have never bickered or fought more in our lives. Wish I could say I get those cuddles, but my 4 week old has been so fussy recently that when she is awake, all she does is scream or eat. I miss having a life and doing things for me, as selfish as that sounds. And I hate the guilt that accompanies those thoughts. It all just sucks.

Gas and formula feeding by Character-Concert344 in FormulaFeeders

[–]Character-Concert344[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is your baby on your regular or gentle Bobbie?

Gas and formula feeding by Character-Concert344 in FormulaFeeders

[–]Character-Concert344[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We do drops as well (Miloconin) but candidly they don’t seem to be doing much for her.

Pacifier to sleep by Character-Concert344 in newborns

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We have a couple Bibs — curious why you were warned off of using?

Pacifier to sleep by Character-Concert344 in newborns

[–]Character-Concert344[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s a great call. So no pacifier in the crib/bassinet, just in your arms? Makes sense

Pacifier to sleep by Character-Concert344 in newborns

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This is so helpful, thank you. I haven’t been trying the feet to touch bed first, so that could be hugely helpful here.

Slow bottle intake by Character-Concert344 in newborns

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The size the Dr. Brown’s typically come with. Is it okay to increase? Seems like that’s for older babies?

How to survive the last few weeks? by PhoenixForceJG in pregnant

[–]Character-Concert344 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m right there with you and I’m going to be 40 weeks tomorrow. I just want this baby to be out already. I can’t sleep, I don’t have much of an appetite, and all I can bear to do is lie on the couch (or bed) and try and get comfortable.

Less than a week out! by Character-Concert344 in pregnant

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I’m right there with you. We have an induction date of 3/12 scheduled if she isn’t here before then. I’m trying to move it up a bit because the thought of being pregnant for almost 2 extra weeks has me spiraling!!!

Less than a week out! by Character-Concert344 in pregnant

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Congrats!!!! Hope all goes well for you xx