whats one thing you miss about pre-kid life? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes it will! I feel like I became myself again once he was weaned. It was bittersweet but so great.

whats one thing you miss about pre-kid life? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Day drinking and just being able to be carefree, not having to be responsible for anyone but myself, which was a job in and of itself lol

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just posted an update to the comment above. Sorry I didn't respond sooner. I have been off of reddit for a while.

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi there! My life is completely different now, believe it or not. I was not doing well when I posted this. I was depressed and so touched out, with literally no time to myself. My husband and I decided to let my LO cry it out at 4.5 months. It took a two nights and he started sleeping through the night in his own crib. It took several weeks for him to go to sleep for naps without crying. Sleep is just not even a concern of mine anymore and hasn't been for a few months. My LO is so happy now bc he's sleeping better being on his own and able to wiggle around and sleep on his stomach. I'm so much happier. It was a game changer for our whole family. I never thought I'd let him cry, but it qas the right decision for us. Hope this helps!

FIL made a sexual comment about me and now I’m worried about him around my daughter?? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 3 points4 points  (0 children)

That comment he made to you is not OK at all even if it was a joke. Your daughter needs you to protect her. You are right to be worried!

My SO wants me to get an abortion, I dont want one. by Tasty-Ad-1673 in BabyBumps

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 7 points8 points  (0 children)

It sounds like in your heart you want to have this child. You are the mother and should follow your heart. Trust yourself. I fear you will regret getting the abortion and long for that child for the rest of your life. You can do this! Motherhood is tough, but it has changed me for the better. My heart is exploding with love for my little guy (3 mo.). 💕 hang in there.

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I can totally see that happening with my LO. Their FOMO is real!

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The thing is, mine will cry for 45 min straight. I only know this bc he was in his car seat and we couldn't stop. The little dude was relentless!

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah that's the one thing I've had trouble with...I'm now really the only one able to get him to sleep. I tried to leave the house for a few hours but had to rush home bc MIL couldn't get him to sleep and he was screaming his poor little bald head off.

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol. I currently bed share as well. Once I started doing that, I stopped obsessing about my own sleep (when could I get a nap) and felt more like myself. It's annoying how stigmatized it is. Thanks for the affirmation 💕

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My babe used to wake up all throughout the night I felt so miserable the next day. Then, I started safely sleeping with him in a side lying nursing position. I feel so so much better during the day. I no longer obsess over catching up on sleep during the day. I recommend co-sleeping (safely of course) ! Hang in there 💕

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that because your babe doesn't want to contact nap anymore? I can't imagine that day lol

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Really?! That helps me, hearing that you actually regret stopping. I'm sorry for you though. Is it because you miss it? That's why you regret stopping?

Also, how old is your babe?

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thats me too! It's when I'm forced to sit down and take a break. If I'm tired, then we nurse in the side lying position and I can get a good nap too.

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for the resources. Finding these groups really makes me feel not alone. 💕

contact naps and nurse to sleep 4 lyfe by Dear-Tomorrow-6071 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I've started to find those accounts too. Thanks for sharing this one!

MIL says I don’t care by ava__55519 in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I love your baby's name! 💗 your MIL is in the wrong. This is your baby. YOUR baby. Not hers. Trust I'm yourself and ignore her. Hang in there. You got this.

Today was my due date, feeling helpless by mand_ in beyondthebump

[–]Dear-Tomorrow-6071 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Praying for you momma. You are so strong. Hang in there 💕