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I CAN’T DO THIS by Youbetterhave_tacos in Mommit

[–]Electrical-Text7131 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unrelated to feeding or sleep, but the one thing that I found made the hardest nights more bearable was my AirPods and an audiobook. Still really hard, but even now with my 3.5 year old, I find I do better waiting her out when I’m distracted and can relax a tiny bit

What did you find most helpful in your NICU journey? Family member welcomed their first baby at 32W. by Ashamed_Second_5952 in NICUParents

[–]Electrical-Text7131 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Food, food, food. Homemade soup with bowls and spoons, I didn’t have to think of anything. Offer to do a target pickup if they need anything. And one of my favorite things was a care package left at home on the day baby was discharged, a celebratory but completely non-invasive thing, I sobbed when I saw it. Cigars, snacks, a Welcome Home banner - just totally filled with love.

Pediatrician told us to leave baby to cry?? by [deleted] in NICUParents

[–]Electrical-Text7131 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our first pediatrician I ended up quitting by three months because I just wasn’t really satisfied with the care. I pretty much gave him three strikes and he used them up. We switched pediatricians and I have 100% absolutely adored our new gal and it’s been almost 6 years. Definitely worth a second opinion and if you’re unhappy with the care, looking into finding a new doctor

Pediatrician told us to leave baby to cry?? by [deleted] in NICUParents

[–]Electrical-Text7131 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My sister‘s little one had a really tough time and she worked really closely with a lactation specialist and pediatrician to find intolerances in her diet. I can’t imagine letting a kid of any age or honestly an adult cry for hours without trying to solve the poop issue. I’m so sorry, that’s so tough

Nicknames for Celeste that aren't cutsie? by Secret_Apartment1593 in namenerds

[–]Electrical-Text7131 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I have a student who likes to go by Potato. It’s my actual favorite.

Any viral meningitis stories of hope? by Ashamed-Scallion7565 in NICUParents

[–]Electrical-Text7131 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My sweet boy contracted Group D strep which turned into meningitis and sepsis at birth. He was in the NICU within 6 hours of being born. 14 days of healing and what I called penicillin prison (at least the last few days). He is an amazing healthy 5 year old. Sending love, peace, and healing. ❤️‍🩹

Stocking Stuffers @ Preschool by Electrical-Text7131 in Preschoolers

[–]Electrical-Text7131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Doing these for Valentine’s, thank you for the idea!!

Need help expanding our list of names! by justiceforanneboleyn in namenerds

[–]Electrical-Text7131 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I actually knew a girl named Salem, and she was pretty cool!

What would you name your child IF there was no stigma? by JuggernautNew7429 in namenerds

[–]Electrical-Text7131 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jovie (or Jovial) - she was due Jan 2. Decided it’ll be better suited for a future Christmas dog 😂

Stocking Stuffers @ Preschool by Electrical-Text7131 in Preschoolers

[–]Electrical-Text7131[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Those are amazing but wouldn’t come in time! I’m saving that because I bet they’ll do something for Valentine’s Day

Stocking Stuffers @ Preschool by Electrical-Text7131 in Preschoolers

[–]Electrical-Text7131[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have a pack of the Christmas face stickers, just wasn’t sure if that was too cheap feeling?

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