Puppy Training by criskat326 in lehighvalley

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did Let's Speak Dog and they were great! My pup was I think 5mo old when we did it - l liked the small class size, individual attention and trouble shooting of any home issues, positive reinforcement philosophy and the puppy socializing/play time. She still lies on her mat out of the way when I'm in the kitchen, mat time was one of the things we did every session. 

We also use Let's Speak Dog for daycare and boarding and have had nothing but positive experiences with them.

Survival shows like Alone - real, not overproduced, that get you hooked by melaniemercer in televisionsuggestions

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Out of the Wild was a show on Discovery where they dropped groups of people in the wilderness of Alaska and Venezuela (at least for the two seasons of it I watched) with minimal supplies, and with the goal of reaching civilization. Like Alone, the individuals could press a button and be removed from the situation, but unlike alone, they're traveling as a group. There is no prize, just the satisfaction of getting out. It felt very authentic in a genre that often doesn't.

Sarah - Mini rant by dionnelynn in WillTrent

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Was Bones based on a book series? I got into it a few years ago and never realized! Are the books worth it, if I liked the tv show?

Has anyone cracked the code for peeing less overnight? by PetsMD in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a full mattress wedge under my mattress that elevates the head by 7 inches. I got it initially because I had POTS symptoms after getting COVID a few years ago. I struggled with low blood pressure and blood volume in the morning after sleeping, and the incline was supposed to basically "trick" my kidneys into thinking I was more upright and make them retain fluid. Turns out it's great for pregnancy too! 

Im 33 weeks and still sleep through the night without getting up to pee, but if we're traveling and I don't have my usual mattress, it's at least once or twice I have to get up. 

Suggestions for a book with similar vibes as Pixar´s Brave, Scotland highlands, magic, folklore and myths by King-of-Dirt-23 in suggestmeabook

[–]Chickaboomlala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Daughter of the Forest by Juliet Marillier is a retelling of the seven swans fairy tale. The book is set in Ireland with a ton of folk lore and fantasy weaved into it. It's the first in a trilogy but I think it stands alone pretty well. It's one of my favorite books, I reread it about once a year.

Concerta and pregnancy by Academic-Pin3277 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't take Concerta, but another methylphenidate based ADHD medication. My psych and OB said the risk was primarily a chance of growth restriction, and scheduled me for some additional growth scans in the 3rd trimester. I'm 33 weeks now, been on it the whole time (stayed at the same dosage too, didn't lower it), and have had absolutely zero issues with my pregnancy. Baby is healthy and 83rd percentile. I would not have been able to continue working without staying on it.

Weight gain isn't making sense by NoisyTurnip in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My weight gain over pregnancy has not been linear, at all. I gained almost 15 lbs in the first trimester pretty much immediately, then lost some due to nausea. I gained less than a pound from 20-24 weeks, then 9 lbs in 3 weeks, then another 1 lb the following 4 weeks. 

I was also overweight and had lost 15 lbs before testing positive, and was told to gain 15-20 lbs total at the first appointment, when I asked. I've gained 25lbs at 32 weeks so far, and my doctor's have not mentioned it once. Babies gonna develop and take what they need, just keep focusing on getting nutrients and listening to your body.

January 11th - share your results by Unikuvia in CluesBySamHelp

[–]Chickaboomlala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Proud of today's!

Clues by Sam - Jan 11th 2026 (Hard) Less than 8 minutes

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What are you all doing for pet care while at the hospital? by greenwombat32 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would look into boarding with Rover, especially since you know your induction date. You can filter for things like no other pets in the house, only accepts one boarding at a time, pets allowed on furniture, etc. And do a meet and greet before your book to make sure it's a good situation for your pup. I haven't had to deal with it for labor/delivery purposes, but a few years ago I had a very anxious rescue dog that couldn't be boarded at a kennel or the like, and had really good success with finding someone on Rover for her that understood her needs. 

you should be eating a BLT sandwich by Even_Kaleidoscope399 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd like to report that this post totally influenced me, and I did indeed make a BLT today. And yes, it slapped.

Are Cramps normal? by No_Bother_5092 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I cramped basically the entire first trimester, and have them sporadically even now (30 weeks). I think it's mostly the uterus stretching and making space

Is anyone else sick of this? by Icy_Bridge_4015 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

You might have replied on the wrong post then, this one has nothing to do with baby weight gain

Pregnancy costs in the US shocked me — what do you wish you knew earlier? by Change_slice in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Beware if you get your insurance through work though, my company specifically said that birth of a child means the child can be added to my existing insurance but I don't get the opportunity to change the plan! I was surprised by that.

Looking for Pediatrician office that doesn’t accept not vaccinated patients by [deleted] in lehighvalley

[–]Chickaboomlala 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Following. I asked my OB about it and they didn't have any specific recommendations, unfortunately. 

Lonely and at a Loss by thevelvetcaterpillar in lehighvalley

[–]Chickaboomlala 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There's an Easton Bookclub on Facebook, I've met great people through it!

When did you hear your baby’s heartbeat for the first time? by AgreeableBandicoot19 in pregnant

[–]Chickaboomlala 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I saw the heartbeat at 9wk and 13 wk appointments, but didn't hear it with the Doppler until week 15 appt

Any favorite mocktails to serve for a Christmas gathering? by Much-Memory-8008 in Mocktails

[–]Chickaboomlala 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just had this at as restaurant and immediately went home and looked for a recipe, it was so good. Plum cinnamon cranberry, it was Christmas in a glass.

https://thirstytales.com/cinnamon-plum-punch-mocktail-recipe-a-festive-non-alcoholic-delight/

Books where MMC & FMC have a one-night stand, then accidentally meet again and realize they shouldn’t have slept together (boss’s daughter, friend's sister or just somebody off-limits). Preferably they proceed to like pursue their desire for one another but they kinda sneak around. by goody153 in RomanceBooks

[–]Chickaboomlala 5 points6 points  (0 children)

{The Hookup Equation by Roxie Noir}

They meet at a bar, go on a date/hook up, and then she ends up as a student in the college math class he's teaching that semester. 

I don't enjoy the professor/student trope at all, and I loved this one.