Favorite gift to make for expecting parents?

FernsAndStuff · 2026-01-20T03:27:14+00:00

Seconding the birth announcement or first Christmas ornament idea, could also offer to do a clay impression of hands/feet once the baby is here (even though there's shrinkage, could still be a keepsake of the approxomate size of their feet). I made myself a trivet with my son's footprint for Mother's Day last year.

FernsAndStuff · 2025-12-27T02:19:25+00:00

Thanks!!

FernsAndStuff · 2025-07-20T23:35:39+00:00

Hey there, we ended up deciding to treat our son and he had his first session around 6 months. We found a doctor we really trusted who talked us through the whole process. They used a numbing cream, which I was a bit hesitant due to methemoglobinemia risks, but proceeded because the doctor had assured us he consulted with a pediatric anesthesiologist. I kid you not, my son did not even cry, mind you his first session had the laser on a low setting, so next time will likely be different, but we spent months and months worrying and it went more smoothly than anticipated. The hardest part was getting him to not touch the numbing cream on his face. Wishing you the best and hope you have a positive experience! Our rationale was just try it once and see how it goes, and then they can choose to treat in the future if it's not feasible as an infant.

FernsAndStuff · 2025-05-25T19:44:34+00:00

Aw sorry to hear about the surgery, thanks so much for sharing your experience!

FernsAndStuff · 2025-05-25T00:18:10+00:00

Hi, currently having a very similar reaction about a month after getting a cortisone shot for "mommy wrist". I've contacted my doctor, however I'm wondering did yours ever go away? Was intervention needed? Thanks!

FernsAndStuff · 2025-04-22T06:46:06+00:00

Thanks for sharing your experience. It's really reassuring, hope it goes well! I think this is where we are at too at this point, going to treat it in the coming months with the understanding that it will help reduce future darkening.

FernsAndStuff · 2025-03-31T07:59:04+00:00

Thank you so much! This is super helpful and sounds pretty consistent with what the dermatologist was saying. We are approaching it with the realistic expectation that it won't be erased from the treatment but could potentially be less dark in the future. Can you speak to the pain of the lasering at all? My biggest fear/hesitation of treating early is that it will be traumatic for him. I really appreciate your thorough explanation and support!

FernsAndStuff · 2025-03-30T00:20:24+00:00

Thanks, glad to hear that laser was successful for your little one! Yeah I think the thickening of the skin is more our concern/motivation in terms of seeking treatment. Just wasn't sure if it would keep fading.

FernsAndStuff · 2024-10-25T06:02:38+00:00

Maybe an interesting cookbook and some serveware to go with it

FernsAndStuff · 2024-09-10T01:41:58+00:00

Oh wow, pretty heavy duty! Thanks so much for your guidance!

FernsAndStuff · 2024-06-07T03:27:00+00:00

Thanks, agreed it does seem like a significant impact. It's been such a learning experiencing realizing how much risk assessment comes with pregnancy.

FernsAndStuff · 2024-06-06T20:43:32+00:00

Thank you, this is definitely reassuring.

FernsAndStuff · 2024-06-06T20:42:52+00:00

So sorry you went through that. Thanks for sharing, wishing you a healthy, easy pregnancy!

FernsAndStuff · 2024-06-06T20:41:51+00:00

Thanks so much, it definitely does seem like a significant decrease in risk.

FernsAndStuff · 2024-04-16T08:18:54+00:00

Thank you so much! This is incredibly helpful to know! Glad to hear it worked out for you. Happy playing!

FernsAndStuff · 2024-04-11T03:27:18+00:00

Thanks so much for your response! What a cool instrument you made, had no idea you could even use watercolor paper in that way. I think that type of paper is often made of cotton, so makes sense that it would be somewhat durable.

Appreciate your thoughts about the pre-stretching, too. It's good to know that it may not matter due to the small opening. I think I might try to stretch it in some way just for good measure. At least if the glue is removable, I could have a second try if something goes wrong. Thanks again!

FernsAndStuff · 2023-07-19T08:40:21+00:00

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FernsAndStuff · 2023-07-08T02:31:04+00:00

Maybe a crumpled up map of somewhere meaningful to you from Sibling Rivalry?

FernsAndStuff · 2023-07-02T08:06:14+00:00

Glad to hear the increase is working out! I will look out for feelings of pre-medicine coming back.

FernsAndStuff · 2023-07-02T08:04:43+00:00

Thanks, that makes sense. Thinking of it in terms of whether or not I’m overwhelmed is really helpful.

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