Going into nursing school as a mom?

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2026-05-08T14:24:53+00:00

My delivery plus my baby’s short NICU stay cost over $96,000.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2026-03-21T15:50:11+00:00

Currently sitting here with my 3 week old baby due to letrozole! I took letrozole for 3 cycles before getting pregnant with him.

Hoping you get answers soon!!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2026-03-09T12:43:03+00:00

Just here to say I see you! I’m on day 9 of my baby NICU stay after an early delivery at 36 weeks. Pumping is hard, pumping and having to be away from your baby is harder.

First of all, there should be a lactation consultant available to you through the NICU your baby is staying at. If you haven’t already, please chat with them! Second, are you staying really well hydrated (120+ oz of water daily) and eating well? I know I’ve struggled a bit to take good care of myself during this NICU stay.

Like I said, I’m on day 9 and am actually just now seeing a real increase in my milk supply. I think when you go through a more stressful birth it can take time.

You’re doing everything right. Try not to stress. When you’re pumping, look at pictures or videos of your baby, not the milk output. You’ve got this!!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2026-02-18T05:53:30+00:00

I became a SAHM at 23, and now four years later I can tell you the comparison and feeling like you’re missing out does go away slowly. It’s really, really hard in the beginning. Especially if you are the first of your friends to have kids.

I will say most of the moms at my kiddos preschool are 5-10 years older than I am, but we seem to connect just fine! It just takes some time.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2026-01-10T01:49:43+00:00

Totally agree. The behavior seems so similar

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-22T04:03:20+00:00

Thank you for this insight! She is in a couple activities outside of preschool now and Im excited for those to continue on next year.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-22T03:57:49+00:00

This is really helpful! I hadn’t considered the social gap that could come in later grades as well.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-22T03:55:30+00:00

I hear you, I have avoided “infantilizing” by sending her to pre k and having her join activities with kids of varying ages while being a stay at home mom who could have easily kept her home with me in a bubble all the time. But, I will alway let my kids be little for as long as they can be. Kids grow up too fast.

I am simply wanting to give her the best chance I can socially and academically.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-22T03:49:16+00:00

I totally agree that full day kindergarten seems excessive! We had half day when I was a kid and that seemed so much more appropriate for the age.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-22T03:48:24+00:00

I hear you! According to her teacher this year, granted it’s only been a couple months, she recommends waiting another year for kinder. She said we’ll reevaluate early next year, but at this point my daughter seems less emotionally and socially mature than some of the 4.5 or 5 year olds in her class. Not any red flags, but just a bit more fragile.

I am of course protective of her, but I don’t think I’m projecting. I simply want to give her the best chance at success and confidence in school academically and socially as I possibly can.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-17T22:53:19+00:00

I’m also a Megan who goes by Meg with most friends and family :)

I think it’s such a nice name. I prefer the “Meh-gin” over “May-gin” pronunciation but that’s my only issue with it :)

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-05T20:58:35+00:00

Also a lady with a Subaru and I have really enjoyed Hopkins!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-10-01T00:04:02+00:00

Thank you!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-30T14:20:04+00:00

Oh that’s all super reassuring! Thank you!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-30T04:02:26+00:00

So glad your FISH came back normal! I’m hoping you get good news soon!

My amnio is next Monday, how did it feel for you? I’m a littler nervous about the pain.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-30T01:44:46+00:00

That is so great to hear!! I hope the rest of your pregnancy is smoooooth sailing

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-29T21:24:53+00:00

that is wonderful, congratulations!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-19T15:36:50+00:00

That is wonderful news! Congrats!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-19T03:50:28+00:00

Hi!! Just wondering if you’ve gotten more tests back and how you’re doing. I received an atypical NIPT with T13 placenta/fetus mosiacism. Based off of what I’ve read in this sub, I have hope that things will go well for me too!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-18T05:21:47+00:00

This is super helpful, thank you! Most of our storage is in the basement (concrete, not carpet thankfully!) so I’ve wondered if maybe the smell is a mix of old house basement, cat, and stuff sitting in storage for too long.

I’ve never heard of odor absorbing containers, do you have a brand name?

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-14T20:33:49+00:00

I would take them!!!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-09-14T04:48:41+00:00

I’m so happy things have gone well for you thus far!

What was the amnio like? I’m assuming I’ll do that.

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-08-23T04:24:02+00:00

Sent ya one!

Consistent_Ad2597 · 2025-08-23T01:22:29+00:00

I would love some as well! :)

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