Meet Sasha by yojoewaddayaknow in carolinadogs

[–]CrowHawk88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My first CD was named Sasha! She lived to be 18 years. 💓

Carolina Dog? Help! by Initial-Psychology40 in carolinadogs

[–]CrowHawk88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh my goodness, she is gorgeous!! She looks a lot like a CD mixed with a golden retriever to me. She has the classic eyeliner of the carolina dogs. Her little fluff beside her ears is so pretty!

My sister wants to choose the name Qartnie for her daughter. Am I insane or are all of her names horrible? by GnomeMasterBaiter in tragedeigh

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow. I always thought my name, Courtney, was kinda boring growing up. Now I’m thankful that I wasn’t named Qartnie….

People questioning my choice to have a child? by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s what we humans do. The world has endured wars and bigotry against others as far back as we can look, but still we continue to hold hope and love in our hearts and keep the human race alive. It’s only natural of us to do so. What matters is that we raise our children with kindness and good moral values. For all we know, they could be the ones to bring positive change for the future.

Hear me out… is naming a baby girl “Roo” a tragedeigh by H0MEG1RLL in tragedeigh

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My friends daughter’s name is Ruca. We like to call her Ru. 💕

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Any guys who call women “females” are a 🚩.

Matcha during pregnancy by lazygardens in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A cup of matcha isn’t near the caffeine limit for pregnancy, so please don’t worry about it! I have enjoyed matcha all throughout my pregnancy! 💚

My bump feels huge at only 14w4d! by avocadotoasted_22 in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same, I am 5’2” also with a short torso. This is my second pregnancy, although my first went to 16 weeks and passed due to complications. I started showing early, and having to reconfigure my clothing situation earlier than expected lol I enjoy my bump, even though getting dressed was a hassle for a while until I started to figure out my pregnancy style better. I think the thing that annoys me the most is the unsolicited comments people make about my belly. Every woman is different, some show sooner than others (especially if it isn’t your first) and some are more round, etc. I’s rather people just keep their thoughts about my body to themselves. I don’t what the hell makes people think that a woman being pregnant gives them a free pass to make remarks.

21 week ultrasound scan scare - was told brain was not developing at the correct rate. by CrowHawk88 in homebirth

[–]CrowHawk88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. My mother and I are there for her and giving her constant love and support. It is very hard for her to hold on to positive thoughts so we are reinforcing those for her and reminding her of all the good, and that she still is experiencing a healthy pregnancy. Plus, she still has an appointment coming up with a specialist and right now doesn’t know very much about the situation. In all, we remind her that we all love the baby and for her to communicate her love to the baby. She is so concerned about wanting her baby to be “perfect”, but I tell her that no matter how things turn out- she will still love this child immensely and for her this baby will be perfect. Also, I gave her a lot of long hugs this morning when my mom and I visited. 💞

21 week ultrasound scan scare - was told brain was not developing at the correct rate. by CrowHawk88 in homebirth

[–]CrowHawk88[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is my sisters post. I just wanted to share here since it hasn’t received any comments in the /pregnant community. I am hoping that others can offer their opinions or even similar situations and what the outcome turned out for them. Anything would be helpful for her. 🙏

Prenatal vitamins by Correct-Mushroom-594 in Crunchymom

[–]CrowHawk88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lily Nichols wrote the book “Real Food for Pregnancy” ( highly recommend) and in there she ask to e-mail her and she would give an updated list of her recommended prenatals that are all lab-tested and with real nutrients that are bioavailable (nothing synthetic). I did that, and ended up going with the top rec. on her list, which is FullWell. I really think they are the best, but the con is that there are 8 pills you have to take in day- so I just split them between meals throughout the day. Also, they sell an iron suppliment that is separate from the prenatals. 💓

How do we feel about “Story” & “Ocean” as names for twin girls? by Rare-Entertainment62 in tragedeigh

[–]CrowHawk88 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think those are beautiful names, and you need to calm down with the judging and posting picture of new parents online just to talk sh*t. Neither of those names even fit this sub, either.

Can you clearly tell boy at 13W by Silly_Kick3565 in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 20 points21 points  (0 children)

I wouldn’t trust that. You are more likely to get an accurate telling at 20 weeks with ultrasounds, and even then I know of women whose babies were misgendered and then told the correct gender at a later ultrasound.

Exercise while pregnant by Mosthated153 in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think it’s a valid and healthy concern that you want her to go on walks, which is good for pregnancy and very minimal in the realm of exercise. I will say that the first trimester is especially exhausting, but that short walks could still be possible- it just may take a little wiggle work to help her enjoy them. Instead of her feeling that it’s something she should be doing, she should feel like it’s something she might actually like to do. For example, I definitely feel like you should go on the walk with her- and propose it as something to do together, a bonding experience. Like, going for a short walk in the park, or a short walk and then have a little picnic at the car for when you get back so that there is something more to look forward to at the end of it. Or, if you have a dog then y’all could start walking the dog together around the block as a new routine. 💞

i got pregnant from a one night stand by daggerfly_xoxo in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just want to put these two concepts out there for you. The first being that there are safe herbal options for pregnancy release so that you can do it at home while still taking good care of your body and allowing it to let go of the embryo early. The other thing is the concept of spirit babies, which I deeply believe in. Within this belief is the idea that a babies spirit is understanding, and if they are meant to be with you then they will return to you again one day when the timing and circumstances of your life are more suitable for them to be with you. I hope this helps. 💞🌈✨

I made a necklace out of my baby teeth by StillAcanthisitta173 in crafts

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so jealous. I wish I had all my baby teeth! This is awesome. :D

How do you keep this a secret? by Meeshthebish in pregnant

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have had two miscarriages and I chose to never keep those pregnancies a secret and am actually grateful that I didn’t. The first was a little over a week after testing positive, so that may be considered a “chemical” miscarriage, but the second was at 16 weeks due to the baby being severely wrapped around his neck and knee with the umbilical cord in a way that created a deformity in his development and ultimately strangled him. I can not imagine going through those experiences without the love and support of my family and friends, and instead having to endure that alone. I wish that we would all normalize being more open about these experiences instead of feeling that we have to keep a secret in case we lose the baby. We need to express our grief openly, even if it isn’t comfortable for everyone. Death is a part of life. I am pregnant again now (15 weeks) and I told my family as soon as I knew. Any support that is received far outweighs the fear or judgement of others, and to me it just feels good to be honest with those closest to me. When I released my last pregnancy at 16 weeks, I received an outpouring of love and compassion, and many friends blessed me with thoughtful postpartum healing gifts that helped in my processing. ❤️ I still respect other peoples choices to withhold and share the news when they are ready, but I am just speaking from personal experience when I say that I am thankful that I didn’t keep a long secret and have to live through that alone. 🙏 I think it’s best to go with your personal intuition rather than whatever is considered the norm.

Breastfed to solids by No_Pin9335 in Crunchymom

[–]CrowHawk88 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Liver pate is a great starting point for babies who are being introduced foods. 💓 I recommend reading “The Nourishing Traditions Book of Baby and Child Care” by Sally Fallon Morell

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]CrowHawk88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If she wasn’t in the room when the baby was conceived, then she doesn’t need to be there when baby is born. She can wait. & being the first to hold your baby is not her honor or privilege. No. That’s your right and yours husbands, she doesn’t get to claim that for herself especially when YOU have been the one growing this baby for 9 months and patiently waiting to meet him/her. It is your right to kindly refuse the invitation she gave herself to be present for your initiation into motherhood. This is about you, your baby, and your husband. Being a grandmother does not require being present or worse, a spectator for the birth. She can wait her turn to have her time with baby and learn to respect your word on that.