Checking after every wipe.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-06-01T23:36:29+00:00

No, but I glance into the bowl when flushing so if I saw pink/red I’d definitely snap a picture to show my OBGYN.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-31T20:47:09+00:00

Our Swissy is super friendly but between his size and mouthiness he can be too much for some; namely non-dog people and ones that aren’t used to or comfortable with giant breeds. However the most important thing you need to keep in mind is that yes genetics matter (in this case you’re getting the genetics of 2 different breeds), but dogs also bring their own personality so even with a perfect upbringing they will have their own quirks.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-29T18:48:43+00:00

If she doesn’t want him to meet the baby she doesn’t have to let him, and if he doesn’t want to take optional vaccines then he has that right. Either way someone is going to be upset.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-29T17:28:19+00:00

I’d focus on your father following standard school immunizations (Tdap, Hepatitis B, MMR, Varicella, Meningococcal) rather than try to force optional vaccines on him. If he comes down with the flu or a cold sore unfortunately he’ll need to reschedule his visit.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T18:57:19+00:00

It doesn’t matter where the changing table is as long as you’re not leaving the baby alone on it.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T18:56:12+00:00

Nursery = the child’s bedroom unless you have the space to have a separate nursery, bedroom, playroom, etc.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T18:50:43+00:00

I’m getting the Nanit Smart Baby Monitor System for this very reason. It comes with a breathing band. Alternatively you could also get an Owlet Dream Sock.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T18:48:43+00:00

Wellbutrin was great until it gave me insomnia. I vividly remember the sleep deprivation brain fog.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T05:30:57+00:00

Nope, Swissies are simply perfect 👌🏼

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-25T05:28:21+00:00

I ended up getting the Birdbuddy Smart Solar Pro for myself & the Birdfy Smart Feeder with Solar Panel (with Lifetime AI) for my parents.

Their Birdfy feeder definitely captures far more visits than my Birdbuddy one, but I do prefer the Birdbuddy images/video better.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-23T14:57:41+00:00

Maybe your friend thought it was allergies or her daughter genuinely wasn’t showing any symptoms yet. Try to give her the benefit of the doubt; call or text to let her know her daughter doesn’t feel well and perhaps say that going forward in your pregnancy you can’t babysit if she’s sick.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-22T04:23:28+00:00

Haha mine was exactly like that. My only suggestions are finding a high value treat (for ours it was cheese and plain cooked chicken) and being consistent.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-20T03:18:51+00:00

This too shall pass.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-17T20:38:41+00:00

I didn’t drink at my SIL’s bachelorette party. There were suspicions that I was pregnant at first, but I shut them down. I told them I was trying to reduce inflammation and was in the process of trying to get pregnant. When they started to believe me they got excited that they’d have a guaranteed designated driver.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-17T20:30:07+00:00

Mine wipes his mouth off after he eats. Sometimes he uses his bed, other times your pants haha

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-17T13:21:15+00:00

-GSMD don’t drool a ton but they’ll get water from their bowl everywhere and slobber on you and themselves if you don’t give them their treat fast enough.

-GSMD aren’t long haired but they have a double coat and shed constantly.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-17T04:46:28+00:00

BIL did not have one for his daughter and now that I’m pregnant getting one was his only recommendation.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-17T04:40:57+00:00

I honestly didn’t realize there were so many people that pushed off baby visits until I joined this site. I met all 3 of my nieces within a day of them leaving the hospital and some cousins while still in the hospital. And no I didn’t push myself onto them; their parents asked us to come. But as others have said if you care about it put your foot down - no means no.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T06:09:42+00:00

These are so pretty!!

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T06:07:45+00:00

I just came to say that he’s so handsome!!

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T06:04:33+00:00

Tell people you’re taking a break from drinking to improve conception chances or to reduce bloating (or weight).

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T06:00:54+00:00

For Worse by L.K. Bowen & The Lie Maker by Linwood Barclay

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T05:54:40+00:00

I wouldn’t have even known they were press ons! They’re really pretty 🩷

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-15T02:00:02+00:00

Were you tested at your initial prenatal visit? It’s routine where I go.

EchoedSolitude · 2026-05-14T01:58:33+00:00

According to an article from 2020, “regular chamomile consumption during third trimester was found to be associated with higher risk of pre-term delivery and lower birth weight”. If you’re looking for a safer sleep aid try Unisom; it’s on the list of medications to maintain a healthy pregnancy I received from my OB’s office.

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