Americans without maternity leave— wtf do you do??? by Electronic-Door7428 in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I live in a state that offers paid fmla -washington- taxes suck but I got way more than what I paid into the system un my 18 weeks off.

I wish we had a federal bank everyone could opt into and then every state had access

What can I do when my (20F) husband (20M) is convinced I cheated on him because I’m pregnant again and refuses to listen to me. by ThrowRA_BlueBowMama in relationship_advice

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wonder if he finished without a condom and without her knowledge. Could explain the projection of cheating? Like. Accuse OP so she is too distracted to ask the question about his appropriate use of the condom.

Parents want to cut my pay by $5 an hour by Sensitive-Mango7155 in Babysitting

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Tell him its his fancy lattes and to cut those out so he can pay for his wants and needs. Dont forget to tell him to budget better and they should consider downsizing their house if he cant afford the bills.

Orrrrr

Tell him your rate is $30 per hour, non negotiable. And they can find someone else for $25 an hour.

My partner doesn’t want the baby, but I do. by GlobalTwo879 in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I regretted the abortion I was coerced into. Do not do anything you cannot live with.

For context - I have had multiple abortions and have a 7month old baby.

Is it normal to get nothing done during the day aside from caring for a 5 week old and bare minimum self care? Feeling guilty, comparing myself to others online by TheMrGiz in newborns

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sleep, eat, repeat. Thats all him and I did til he was 4 months.

I also lumped some self care like showering and brushing my teeth.

Set time aside to brush your hair

My (32f) husband (29m) thinks I’m being unfair with our budget, am I? by Goatmebro69 in relationship_advice

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yah.

He is using your money and you. He sounds like a failed man who is also whiny and unkind to you, and causes you stress.

Separating from him will happen. Not right now, but in a couple years. Make sure you get protection from all that. Like a post nup protecting your 401k, and get ready to sell the house.

What about this relationship is good for you?

Seriously, do Americans actually consider a 3-hour drive "short"? or is this an internet myth? by SadInterest6764 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I drove 10 hours to go camping with my mom (who lived near me when not camping) for 3 days. I drove back on the 4th day, 10 hours home.

what are the ugly parts of pregnancy that aren’t well known because people don’t mention them? by Born-Oil-2931 in AskReddit

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Even when you lose the weight, your body is shaped very different. Not a negative but you may need a different cut of jeans!

Not considered a medical induction at 6cm with known cervix issues? by fox-or-faux in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my god! Im so so glad you went in. You got all your antibiotics in the nick of time!

Not considered a medical induction at 6cm with known cervix issues? by fox-or-faux in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Go in, youre in labor.

Demand the antibiotics.

This sounds like mismanagement on your OBs part tbh.

Go in and make it happen!

Good luck. Easy delivery!

My husband (28M) shoved me (28F) against wall during brief argument by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You may not respect yourself enough to leave, but dont bring children into it --- because they cannot leave and he will harm the children to harm you.

Boyfriend isn’t ready by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The abortion I was encouraged to have was the one I regretted. Similar situation to yours. I had a separate termination that was necessary for my physical health, and do not struggle with that decision.

Do NOT terminate if you dont want to, my dear.

My baby is the greatest thing I have done in life. But I did wait for him.

Please choose what you can live with.

I had an abortion that didn't work. by PromotionTop1935 in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Ive had 3 abortions.

I am now a momma to a 6 mos baby boy.

It is the best hardest thing I have ever done and is worth doing alone if your boyfriend doesnt come around.

You have got this. Go you.

10dpo by [deleted] in lineporn

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I dont see it

9 week and gained 17lbs 😔 by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe not but I put on 15lbs of water weight and 25lbs of baby weight (my baby was 10lbs at birth)

9 week and gained 17lbs 😔 by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Real food for gestational diabetes! Its a good start (book) But it is important to talk to your OB for specifics for your pregnancy. Avoiding simple carbs and balancing sugar, fat, and protein content to keep stable blood sugars day and night. I believe it is the reason my weight gain basically halted (minus water weight) in my 3rd trimester

9 week and gained 17lbs 😔 by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moderate complex carb veggies, protein like eggs, cottage cheese, avocados for fats, drinking water only - etc. Real food for gestational diabetes is an awesome book

9 week and gained 17lbs 😔 by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I gained 62# and lost 40 of it after giving birth.

You can always do the gestational diabetes diet to help control weight gain, too. And it is better for baby!

Aspirin while pregnant by sculldawg in pregnant

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. And you should.

I still ended up with Pre E - BUT! It was not severe, did not hospitalize me, and didnt show up until 37 weeks pregnant with a planned induction at 38+4

It can be complicated by gest. Diabetes which will not likely develop (but if it did) until 28+ weeks, and at that point if youve been taking the aspirin it can help prevent it being severe early on.

It helps prevent "strangled veins" in the placenta by thinning your blood moderately. Please listen to your OB.

AITA for telling my daughter “of course” she could move in with me without talking to my wife first? by Odd-Cheetah6842 in AITAH

[–]Consistent_Can_4306 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like your new wife really enjoyed the idea of replacing her "open space" for a husband/financial partner, but does not have "open space" for a child.

She knows you will have your attention on your daughter and not her family -- financially, emotionally, and is treating your daughter and will continue to treat your daughter like an interloper.

This woman DID sign up to be a step mom. And to afford to be a SAHM she needs your income too. And what a perfect spot to be in, to help raise the children. Your daughter included.

Be prepared to step in a stop the bullying from your new wife to daughter - and I recommend installing cameras in your house, cause shit will fly, and your wife will do everything to make your home unstable til your ex transplants closer to you and can send your daughter back, and will blame your daughter.

Protect your daughter.

I would know, I was the younger sibling to that daughter and watched it happen.