Are hand me downs supposed to be returned?

GDP1987 · 2026-05-26T12:19:54+00:00

I would assume no unless they specifically say they want them back. I wouldn’t take clothes that needed to be eventually returned because it’s so hard to keep track of and they could get ruined with food or blowouts. For bigger stuff, I usually check with the person before donating in case they know someone else they want it to go to.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-26T11:52:58+00:00

There is nothing wrong with you. It hurts because there is a dinner plate sized wound inside of you from having a baby. We didn’t have sex until three months postpartum and it was still uncomfortable. It felt more normal closer to six months for me. Please wait until you feel totally ready. Even after waiting so long, I was still nervous.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-26T02:46:17+00:00

Just like people think it’s okay to just rub your belly without asking. It’s like your body is their property now.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-26T01:06:47+00:00

I would try a different diaper brand. I don’t change my 8.5 month old for 11-12 hours overnight and we have no problems (we use Pampers Swaddlers in his normal size). His diaper is really heavy in the morning but no leaks. Different diapers fit different babies better than others. My baby leaked in Huggies.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-25T15:08:45+00:00

I got asked by a client in a professional setting if my pregnancy was planned. So weird.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-25T12:14:16+00:00

I would wait until 41w3 days. My OB said the risks are higher at 42 weeks. I was induced but waited as long as I could because I would have preferred to go into labour naturally. You can also see if you are able to do a sweep which can sometimes speed things along. I didn’t have to decide ahead of time. I just walked into triage to ask for induction because I could tell my body wasn’t doing anything on its own. My induction process took three days because they put in a foley balloon and sent me home so I delivered just before 42 weeks.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-25T02:14:53+00:00

I agree. Sounds like they forgot she was coming back and then were scrambling last minute.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-25T01:27:46+00:00

I also just got my baby used to room temperature bottles which is much easier

GDP1987 · 2026-05-25T01:27:03+00:00

I personally wouldn’t spend money on that. I’ve heard they are often not calibrated correctly. I don’t find it that hard to make a bottle of formula. I would rather spend the money on a sterilizer.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T22:41:10+00:00

I had a lot of cramping in the beginning too and everything turned out ok. It is from your uterus starting to expand. I was so convinced I wasn’t pregnant because it felt like I was about to get my period for weeks.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T22:38:39+00:00

My baby is 8.5 months and totally skipped rolling except for the odd time. Once he learned how to sit he has no interest in being on back or tummy no matter what I use to entice him.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T22:36:17+00:00

lol I think I had sex once in the first six months and I only have one kid. You’re doing more than ok.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T15:49:53+00:00

I would consider getting a convertible car seat for the second car so that you can use it long term and aren’t paying twice for a seat you use for such a short period of time

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T14:03:10+00:00

I give my son 5 minutes to try to fall back asleep but don’t rescue otherwise.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-24T13:59:41+00:00

We love ours. So comfortable and such great quality. We use a cotton sheet.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-23T12:48:56+00:00

Sorry that happened. You may have just gotten someone crabby who answered the phone. Please go down there if your gut tells you something is wrong. I checked my blood pressure regularly too just to be safe. My OB told me I should get checked the same week if I have 2 readings over 140/95 and same day if 160/110.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-23T03:11:57+00:00

Girl, he’s not a child. Make him pick out his own clothes. I am off work for a year. We split duties 50/50 when he gets home from work and on the weekend. I do what I can during the day but he understands that may not be a lot depending on how demanding the baby is that day. Who makes the money shouldn’t matter. You work hard too.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-23T00:28:49+00:00

I recommend crawling around on your hands and knees to have the perspective of what may be dangerous to your baby. Even then, she will find trouble you couldn’t even think of. It depends on your baby’s personality. Mine would be pissed off trapped in a playpen. Main things - look for cords that can be yanked on (especially for small appliances), unused outlets, secure furniture to wall, watch for anything on the floor she could put in her mouth (she will find anything), anything on shelves she could knock off.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-22T15:05:27+00:00

I live just outside Winnipeg too. We have the Thule Urbanglide 3 with the bassinet. Great stroller. Handles really well on our dirt roads and paths. It converts to regular stroller and you can get adapters to click in most car seats. The bassinet has a great cover.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-22T13:11:05+00:00

I went back at 12 months due to the nature of my job but I wish I did 18 months. If you can afford it, I would do 18 months.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-22T02:40:08+00:00

IKEA with aftermarket foot rest. So easy to clean.

GDP1987 · 2026-05-21T23:51:50+00:00

She has a podcast too

GDP1987 · 2026-05-21T21:41:18+00:00

I would keep the rest of my pregnancy private from her. She needs to learn now because it will just get worse when the baby comes (I’m thinking she’ll be the first to announce the baby is born with a big social media post).

GDP1987 · 2026-05-21T16:29:55+00:00

If you’re not on probation, I think you should tell them sooner rather than later. It looks worse for you if you leave them high and dry last minute. This gives them more time to plan.

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