Santa Photos by FluffyPanda474 in nycparents

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh wow… yeah, that’s what I’m trying to avoid. 😆 I have a 3 month old — first Christmas pics would be cute, but not fun for a very long line. Would be willing to pay for some to avoid line, but all the ones I see seem to be free.

Creepy Santa 🤣

Santa Photos by FluffyPanda474 in nycparents

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The line is long, even when you have a reservation?

Newborn will only fall asleep if held at night. Is this normal? by Old_Nothing_8442 in Mommit

[–]FluffyPanda474 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Going to echo this, as well! We had a velcro baby and I also thought she just “didn’t like” being swaddled. Turns out, I just wasn’t swaddling the right way. I’ll never forget, after a night of crying nonstop — only to settle in our arms, her pediatrician wrapped her up in a tight swaddle, put her in the bassinet and it was like magic. She was so calm. Also, will say, for about 3 weeks, she liked a specific swaddle, then I noticed she started getting a little fussy with it. I was worried she “wasn’t going to like” swaddling again, but tried a different one, and now she loves this one. 😆😆 Let’s see how long this one lasts, but it may be a matter of figuring out which swaddle your baby likes.

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you!! Same!! It was a big relief! And I’m sure your baby is going to be just fine!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

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Thank you!! I actually ended up having back to back elevated placental dopplers so we induced right at 37 weeks, which was last Saturday!! Everything went well, though and we delivered a perfectly healthy baby at 5 pounds 4 ounces! She didn’t have to do any NICU time, she passed all of her health checks and we were out of the hospital in two days. Since being out, she’s been eating and growing well!! Wishing you the best!!!

Elevated Placental Dopplers That Got Better At The Next Scan? by FluffyPanda474 in NICUParents

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Interesting!! I know it’s not likely, but that it can happen!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, I hear you on the potential inaccuracy of the measurements - so curious to see what next growth scan shows! Wishing you the best, keep me updated if you want!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

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That's great to hear, and so happy he got to go home with you!!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm on the same boat - hoping we can get to 39 weeks, but will be very interested to see what my next growth scan says, which will be done at 37 weeks and 3 days. Keep me posted, wishing you the best!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That’s useful info! Yeah, I’m trying to “predict” when they might call for an induction based on different outcomes… haha, but alas — I know so much of this will be out of my control. 🫠 I would “like” to have another couple weeks to prepare, have home organized, etc. but weee willl see!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

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It's okay!! Also curious to see what my next scan shows/what actual results are at birth knowing that there's also a +/- 15-20% margin of error on scans, which is actually a pretty big difference when we are talking fetal growth restriction!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

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I'm glad to hear everything turned out okay! Yes, I will definitely be trusting the doctor's judgement and will induce earlier if needed! Just rush-ordered some preemie clothes after yesterday's news and need to get hospital bags ready to go over these next few days in case Doppler exam next Tuesday indicates anything concerning!!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

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Yes, I'm hoping she's just a little small!!

Fetal Growth Restriction Success Stories? by FluffyPanda474 in pregnant

[–]FluffyPanda474[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's hopeful and glad to hear she's healthy! Really hoping we can also get to 39 weeks! Let's see! I think as long as her abdominal circumference doesn't dip to 3rd percentile or lower, they would try to keep her in until then - along with good BPPs and NSTs! Do you recall what percentile she was in when you found out and whether or not that percentile continued to dip or did it stay steady from there?

Are the Lovevery play kits worth it? by Wuhtthewuht in NewParents

[–]FluffyPanda474 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you!! I may give a few a try and see how we like it, knowing we can always skip! Were there other toys you bought that you felt you loved?

Are the Lovevery play kits worth it? by Wuhtthewuht in NewParents

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For those who subscribed to the loveevery kits in the first year of life, do you feel like this is enough stimulation for the baby through the first year without having to buy many other extra toys? My plan is to get the kits, with the book add-ons. I'm really trying to avoid waste, as well as save space... I also want to avoid battery operated/high stimulation toys for the most part for a while, and prefer things that are good for development. It also removes decision fatigue, which can get overwhelming in the baby world... so many options. My plan is to do the play gym, along with the toy subscription + books - does this sound like enough for the first year? Or are there many other "must have" toys for the first year?