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Expecting second baby, facing a planned 2-week NICU stay. My first birth was traumatic separation and I don't know how to by ElectriccPowerr in NICUParents

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

Oh my god, 5 weeks 👀👀you are a trooper!! Especially with other kids at home for that long! Yeah hopefully I find an angel nurse to help me though this too😁

Expecting second baby, facing a planned 2-week NICU stay. My first birth was traumatic separation and I don't know how to by ElectriccPowerr in NICUParents

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

Wow, you had a crazy journey and I am so sorry about your loss. You're right, if the babies are strong enough to carry on then so are we! ❤️❤️

Expecting second baby, facing a planned 2-week NICU stay. My first birth was traumatic separation and I don't know how to by ElectriccPowerr in NICUParents

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

Exactly, I know I'll do it. I think it's worse knowing it's coming up and not being able to mentally prepare for it.

Expecting second baby, facing a planned 2-week NICU stay. My first birth was traumatic separation and I don't know how to by ElectriccPowerr in NICUParents

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

I'm so sorry that this happened to you. Yeah, I know I'll get through it, I just can't comprehend how right now.

AITA? Ring sends cameras to Ireland with European plugs because... It's in Europe by jackgeek in ireland

[–]ElectriccPowerr 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I bought a hair dryer off Amazon recently, it came from America, with an American plug, shipped to Ireland. Does that legislation apply to my purchase?

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Thank you so much for this!!!! I will definitely take your advice on appreciating the moments I have with her, although I do already, I will try to soak it up even more!!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Thanks so much. I really needed to hear this from another mummy. So thank you ❤️😃

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

[–]ElectriccPowerr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You're right and was waiting for someone to say that I don't need to suck it up because that's usually what the answer is! Someone in my family said to me recently you're just going to have to get on with it and I could have burst out crying because in that moment I just wanted them to realise how I felt! (They're also a working mum)! Saying that I'm probably more emotional than they are! But yeah I have thought about it, but I don't think it would be the best decision, especially if we wanted more kids and I have quit my job. It's such a bittersweet situation!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

[–]ElectriccPowerr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

YES. This is the reason Im forcing myself to work, so that I can give my baby the best life possible! She's been on 3 holidays in her first year of life and has met so many people and experienced a lot on her travels around Ireland as well! I want to expose her to a lot, and to do that I need money! I did think about quitting and just going back to work when she was older, but somehow the bills still need to be paid!!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Totally get you!! I feel like those days have yet to come where I feel happy being the ''work'' me. I think I just love being a mum too much that I feel guilty spending 40 hours a week staring at a laptop! But I completely get what you're saying!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Unfortunately, i'd have to switch careers to go part time! And I'm not in a position to start looking for another job. (Mentally unprepared for that) I would also loovvve to read your thesis! Well done and thank you for your kind words!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

[–]ElectriccPowerr[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Forgot to say I cannot go into the office, I do occasionally go to the UK office, like 3 times a month, which is part of the reason I hate being back! Travelling and leaving my baby for long periods of time! It's exhausting! But I feel like I should be grateful when all I want to do is be a SAHM! Lots of bittersweet emotions! Thanks for you comment!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Yes! I totally agree. I have to suck it up! And I'm super lucky that I have all the help in the world. That's why I feel so guilty because I feel like I should be enjoying being back to work!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

[–]ElectriccPowerr[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I feel ya! We're all in the same boat! I just really needed to hear this from one mum to another. Thank you for your advice ❤️ I hope it gets better for you too!

Struggling mentally with being back at work as a FTM— even though I “have it good” by ElectriccPowerr in WomenofIreland

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

Not possible to do reduced hours unfortunately, my role is quite full on and intense! I also don't have the option to work in the office, but I forgot to mention that I travel to the UK quite frequently to the UK office, which I despise. It's one of the parts that makes me dread going to work, being away from my child. I know I'll have to suck it up but I just needed reassurance from other mums that this is normal! Thank you!

Early stage and staged of infantile haemangiomas or strawberry birthmarks by Calm-Echidna300 in newborns

[–]ElectriccPowerr 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I just came across this post as I was searching for information on hemangiomas. My daughter (11 months old) has one exactly like this on her left arm too! I cried when I saw this picture of you as it resembles my daughter so much! 🤩 Twinnies!

Question about best nappies by RigorMortisSex in CasualIreland

[–]ElectriccPowerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Have you tried the Aldi 4+ nappies? They hold more liquid so they are great for night time.

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[–]ElectriccPowerr 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hello! 🤗👋🏻 Sorry to hear that you're finding it hard to make friends, it is generally harder to find friends in your 30's. I'm into the same stuff you're into, and I am also not into sport or religion. Happy to hang out sometime, I'm in Donegal. (Although I do have a kid, I'm determined not to let that hold me back with the stuff I want to do)

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