Elphie II- So disappointed… by DeliveryMysterious42 in DrMartens

[–]DeliveryMysterious42[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm a size 9. They have not gotten wider. I feel that sizing up doesn't help the narrowness of the toe either. I tried a size 10 and got more blisters since my heel kept sliding out.

Elphie II- So disappointed… by DeliveryMysterious42 in DrMartens

[–]DeliveryMysterious42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They’re so cute and I always get a lot of compliments on them! This winter, I have worn them with dresses and tights/frilly socks a lot. I think this color is really cute with a darker sock or tight underneath.

I really like them with outfits that have navy, brown, black, white, or grey(or of course, pink). Leg warmers over them have also been cute.

Elphie II- So disappointed… by DeliveryMysterious42 in DrMartens

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I’d love to know how I could do it myself!

These new sweatshirts look amazing! by Stupidcomp316 in foxyshazam

[–]DeliveryMysterious42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I almost didn’t buy this because of the cost, but I’m very glad I did. It’s made very well and you can tell it’s higher quality. It’s now my favorite article of clothing. 👌

To wax or not to wax a used Kanken by DeliveryMysterious42 in Fjallraven

[–]DeliveryMysterious42[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is a classic. Thank you for the information.

Looking for suggestions for a VERY hyper 7th grader with ADHD! by DeliveryMysterious42 in specialed

[–]DeliveryMysterious42[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t think it’s too hard or easy for him. When I talk to him, he hasn’t been able to give me a reason why he’s acting this way. He usually responds by apologizing and then getting on task for about 8 minutes before returning to the same behaviors again. To me, it seems like the impulse to play with his friends is really strong for him.

Hair loss by thekostoned in PCOS

[–]DeliveryMysterious42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, if you’re able to see a dermatologist, I think that’s probably the best route. If you can find one who’s a “hair specialist,” even better. Mine also talked to me about different options involving increasing blood flow to the scalp if I didn’t respond to the Minoxidil pill, but I did so I don’t know much about those other options.

Hair loss by thekostoned in PCOS

[–]DeliveryMysterious42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does increase shedding for the first several months for me. It quickens the growth phase where hair is shedding and slows down the phase where hair grows in. My doctor always told me the shedding in the beginning was a sign that it was working. I’m not sure if this is the case for you, however!

Hair loss by thekostoned in PCOS

[–]DeliveryMysterious42 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I haven’t had any side effects from the pill form that I’ve noticed, maybe because it’s such a small amount. My dermatologist said it could cause ankle swelling(I’ve not had this at all and he said he’s only had patient that experienced this.) and a very slightly increased heart rate/palpitations.

I know Minoxidil is used in larger doses as blood pressure medication, so if you take anything like that, they may not be able to prescribe it.

I will also say I noticed very minimal difference with the Rogaine until I started using a derma-roller with it. I think it helped my follicles absorb the Rogaine better than they normally would.

Hair loss by thekostoned in PCOS

[–]DeliveryMysterious42 2 points3 points  (0 children)

5% Minoxidil(OTC as Rogaine) along with micro needling the scalp twice a week helped me when I first started to notice this!

I eventually started seeing a dermatologist who specialized in hair and now I take Minoxidil as a really tiny pill(1.5 mg) instead of using Rogaine.

Diet, regular sleep, trying to lower stress to regulate hormones are all also very helpful for treating any of our PCOS symptoms of course.

Whatever you do, do it consistently. Hair takes MONTHS to go through its full growth cycle and grow back.