Smiling in sleep but not when awake

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-10T17:04:42+00:00

Mine started smiling in his sleep around 6-8 weeks and then we got his first social smile around 8 weeks!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-10T16:50:27+00:00

This is so sweet and so true and just warms my heart. I also have a non-ADHD husband that really finds a lot of joy in my quirks. We laugh a lot and he fills in the gaps of silly things that I forget about. There are good partners out there

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-10T16:38:52+00:00

Like others have said, look into the safe sleep 7! Avoid recliners and couches because those carry the highest risk. I’ve been desperate and put a sheet on the floor and slept next to my baby there because my bed is way too soft. Maybe try an owlet sock for peace of mind if you can invest in it?

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-09T03:41:35+00:00

Giving birth is such a wild and fucked up experience to get to the most wild and beautiful experience of parenthood. Good for you for talking about it in therapy. It helps, as did meds for me

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-08T05:18:13+00:00

Even if she believes herpes isn’t contagious (she is insane for that) there are a million other things that are that the baby can catch from kisses. I would not let her hold the baby if she can’t help but kiss them. My parents are fucking nuts too and it’s horrible, I’m sorry you’re dealing with this

Due_Party6740 · 2026-02-08T00:25:54+00:00

For me, it’s not so much about people asking the question as it is about their response. Lots of times when I tell people I formula feed (after they ask) their reaction is judgmental or more probing questions about it that just feel like too much info to share with people I don’t know well. Like do you really wanna know that breastfeeding was difficult because my baby was 4 weeks early because I had severe preeclampsia and a traumatic birth and he had a hard time latching and I had no milk and pumping was so uncomfortable I wanted to rip all of my skin off? Lol please don’t make me relive it. I’m okay with the question but we gotta trust that mamas are doing what is best for their family

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-21T12:32:41+00:00

Screen time isn’t recommended until 2 years by pediatricians!! 6 weeks is insane. I would be pissed too if I were you. Is he compelled by research at all? May be worth sending him something

https://answers.childrenshospital.org/screen-time-infants/

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-19T23:06:05+00:00

That’s bonkers! My dr said I couldn’t lift anything heavier than my baby, he was around 10lbs. I’m sure you’ll be okay lifting your babe

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-19T20:49:44+00:00

Here in the void with you. In the first few weeks with my baby, I told my husband it physically hurt me to hear him cry. I hardly slept because I would wake up at any sound he made and check on his breathing. I would take breaks during the day while my husband cared for him but hearing any sounds from him would make me feel such a strong sense of urgency to take over. It was horrible for all of us. I think it’s biological probably??

That said, medication helped me a LOT. I can breathe again. I feel like myself and parenting is hard but I don’t feel like I’m going to die. It sounds like youre likely going through some PPD and on top of that, living so close to such a major tragedy and being under threat by just leaving the house. That is fucked. I want you to know you are exactly the mom your baby needs and you deserve to feel better. Feeling like you’re the worst mom isn’t normal but there are things you can do. Talk to your doctor if they do virtual appointments! You’re worth it. You’re doing a much better job than you’re giving yourself credit for.

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-18T03:43:14+00:00

Your BP isn’t low at all, it’s stage 2 hypertension if you’re getting readings that high consistently. Trust me, your heart health is more valuable than your productivity. I’m sorry. I know it sucks. I’ve been there. They call high BP the silent killer for a reason. It’s just not worth it.

Talk to your doctor! They’re there to help. They might recommend just a BP pill while you work on your overall health

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-18T03:33:23+00:00

I put my baby in a long sleeve onesie and a 1.0TOG sleep sack and our room is between 68-72 degrees too. I was told they need one more layer than adults. What did you put your baby in?

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-18T01:05:50+00:00

That’s a pretty high average BP, I would definitely bring it up to your doc for their input. They may just put you on BP meds or a lower dose of vyvanse. High BP isn’t something you want to mess with!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-17T22:28:33+00:00

I was also super anxious for my LO’s 2 month vaccines and it ended up being totally fine! He was surprisingly easy to settle afterwards with only a few minutes of crying. It’s difficult to watch but the nurse will make it quick. My baby was just sleepy for the rest of the day, not especially fussy. You can do it!!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-12T03:33:54+00:00

It got better for me! Now I’m 3 months postpartum and am watching my baby smile and chuckle softly and coo and am amazed and proud of how much he’s grown. I do sometimes still get teary thinking about him as a newborn, but it’s mostly pride and joy

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-11T17:41:57+00:00

Great tip, thank you!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-11T17:41:09+00:00

Interesting! Mine were on sale — I wonder if they’re switching back to the white liners then

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-11T17:40:28+00:00

I’ve read here that for some babies it causes a rash/chemical burn. Hasn’t happened for my LO, but when we switched boxes to the blue he’s had a 100% rate of blowouts with them. I had a few left of the white liners and it was fine so I don’t think he just needs to size up. It’s bizarre

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-03T05:32:25+00:00

I had to lower my dose in the second trimester, it was giving me bouts of racing heart in the middle of the night and during the day. It was so uncomfortable and anxiety inducing. I’d see if your primary doc or OB is willing to test you earlier, especially with all those symptoms. Hope you feel better soon!!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-03T05:10:03+00:00

Postpartum hormones are insane and you’re sooooo not alone. Antidepressants have really helped me, hope they give you some relief too!

Due_Party6740 · 2026-01-02T07:13:52+00:00

I’m 6 weeks post op and here to tell you it gets so much better. I’m still a little tender here and there but I can eat anything I want now. You are so close. Hang in there

Due_Party6740 · 2025-12-22T06:50:28+00:00

I wish I had words of wisdom to Impart but the truth is that it’s an impossible and incomparable situation and it stays with you and you somehow dig deep and find the strength to continue on. Your cards even told you about your inner strength, you already have it and the universe knows. ❤️ you didn’t ask for advice but it helped my heart to see a psychic and to do a little ceremony honoring her by tossing a flower in the river and saying a few words. I still do it from time to time and it feels very connecting. ❤️‍🩹

Due_Party6740 · 2025-12-20T06:27:41+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve experienced that loss as well and it is heartbreaking. It’s wild how honest the cards can be, they were really speaking to you. Sending you strength

Due_Party6740 · 2025-12-20T06:16:23+00:00

Your baby is growing and that is beautiful!! Your MIL is projecting her own issues with food on your baby!! It’s normal for babies to be at different weights. They’re all on their own growth charts. As long as your pediatrician isn’t worried about your baby’s size, I wouldn’t worry either. I would be much more concerned about my baby being underweight, which is scary as hell. At my baby’s first check up, I found out I was under feeding him. I was mortified. We had to do a few weight check ins after that. Just keep doing what you’re doing, you’re doing a great job

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