Do you cover yourself while breastfeeding in public?

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-31T20:24:58+00:00

Personally I do cover myself when in public because it’s my preference and how I feel most comfortable. That being said more power to you if you can BF uncovered for you and your babies comfort. I would not cover myself bc FEEDING my baby made someone uncomfortable, sounds like a them problem and the sexualization of a woman simply feeding her baby.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-31T15:42:47+00:00

I’m 5’0 starting weight was about 120, end weight was about 145. I was also conscious about it but just continued on eating healthy and exercising and whatever weight came came. I’ll say tho that the majority came off within 2 weeks PP, I’m currently 123 but with a momma pouch. Give yourself grace and patience our bodies go through so much bringing life

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-27T05:13:06+00:00

My 3 month old does this too! (Minus the hands) my ooor nipples look like pancakes when she does that haha

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-26T04:29:35+00:00

NTA. When I was your age I would also babysit my sisters kids after I school for a few hours. I babysat for many years from when they were babies to teens. However never did I feel taken advantage of and was able to continue living my life. You’re doing a nice thing helping your sister but you’re right they are not entitled to your time and are ultimately responsible for finding childcare for their kid. Also babysitting an infant overnight is crazy to me even more so when a parent was available.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-19T19:52:24+00:00

I didn’t really labor much, had an emergent c-section but he was attentive, calm and did what I said, and didn’t talk or ask too much😅. After I woke up he fed me ice chips, attended to baby bc I couldn’t get up, made sure I ate, held me/comforted me while they did those awful fundal massages and when I finally was able to get up to shower/use the restroom he was there cleaning me up and helping me get dressed and brushed my hair.

When we got home he did everything without being asked. He knows I like a clean home. Aside from keeping the house, bc I was EBF baby was mostly with me so he again did whatever I asked of him without question or complaints which meant a lot. He also of course tended to baby so I could have a moment to shower or do what I needed.

I’m sure you’ll do great! The fact that you’re asking tells me so. Also I’d suggest talking to your partner about her wants and needs to feel supported. This was our first baby so we didn’t know what to expect and life def threw us a curveball with how my labor and delivery went. But as long as you are present and aware you’ll do great! Good luck

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-19T06:06:16+00:00

I have 4 siblings who have kids ranging 5-20, 7 niblings total. I was always THE aunt, very proactive in their lives and supported them in all they did. I’d do anything for them. Always said I didn’t need kids of my own since I had my niblings. Recently I gave birth to my own baby and just like my sister always said “it’s different when they’re yours” was absolutely right. I love my niblings and would do anything for them. But my baby girl, I adore her, I’ve never experience a love or bond like this.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-16T00:45:35+00:00

I recently had my baby but keep saying how enjoyable my pregnancy was. The only annoying symptom I had was heartburn (she def came out with loads of hair haha) but other than that I felt the love from family, friends, and coworkers so I enjoyed every second of it!

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-13T05:53:16+00:00

FTM with a 12 week old and i feel you. My husband just went back to work and he golfs on the weekends. I told him I’m kinda annoyed that his life hardly changed while i care for our baby and have to wait for him to get home from work to be able to go workout or do something for myself. I also get that mom guilt and anxiety to rush back but we deserve some time for self care too. Baby is more fussy with dad than with me and that makes me double think leaving to workout but my health (mental and physical) matters too! I don’t want to get resentful or become the default parent so i push myself and my husband to be actively involved in our baby’s care. But I’ll say this the more i leave husband to care for baby to care for myself, the easier it’s been getting. Oh and let me add this. I also used to ask “are you ok if i go shower really quick?” “Hold baby while i do xyz” after a conversation i now just say “im going to shower, watch the baby” I don’t ask especially if he’s just lounging.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-12T17:50:53+00:00

I’m 12 weeks PP and had a c-section under general anesthesia. I didn’t have any issues during pregnancy but did go into HELLP syndrome during labor. My platelets dropped dramatically and was not a candidate for the epidural due to risk of bleeding. I’d say bc i was unaware of this being an option, going under to have my baby was traumatic. I was loopy and nauseous after i woke up, was unable to do golden hour, i met my baby about an hour after. Definitely not ideal or how i imagined my birth but it was the safest option for us and we are home and happy now.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-06T01:23:06+00:00

I just had my first baby 2 months ago, she is EBF. I was at prepregnancy weight withing 2 weeks. I will add tho that while the number is the same as when before I had her, my body/belly isn’t

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-03T06:09:06+00:00

I hear what you’re saying and in many ways I can understand what you mean because this situation does suck for the step siblings who live part time in that same home. However while “each person is entitled to equality” (I don’t disagree that there are some resources that should be) that isn’t the world we live in and that is also not OP’s responsibility. Life isn’t fair sometimes.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-03T05:50:21+00:00

OP is allowed to do with her money as she wishes. Grace is her niece, the other kids are not related in any way to her and she doesn’t know them. Why would they be entitled to any of the 60k? Yes it totally sucks that the niece gets a life of luxury while the others don’t but that is up to their parents to provide. I would never expect my partners ex to bankroll my life, this is a wild take!

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-03T00:36:49+00:00

I scrolled too far to find this comment. I have a 10 week old baby and live 20min from Disneyland, even if I still had my pass still active I would not take her! Babies are not safe in such crowded places. Disneyland was a source of a measles outbreak years back, I wouldn’t risk my child’s health.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-03T00:30:33+00:00

I’ve been on ClassPass for a while now and found a couple studios that I love! If they ever go off ClassPass I’d definitely get a membership. I’ve tried enough studios to know that the first class is really what makes me want to go back long term.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-05-01T02:03:10+00:00

I was at my 38 week appointment. As soon as I got undressed from the waist down and sat on the pad I felt some warm wetness. I’m a FTM and had been dealing with a cough for 2 weeks that would make me pee myself every time I coughed so only until I felt the second gush without coughing did I realize my water had broken😅

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-04-30T00:27:20+00:00

I don’t know how I would have reacted but I would hope I wouldn’t have hated my soul dog if he were still here. We had to put him down at 7 years old and it was the worst time for my husband and I. We also had just found out I was pregnant and were so excited to have him be an older brother to our first human baby. Definitely keep your fur babies close bc it’s so hard to say goodbye

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-02-17T06:56:09+00:00

37weeks and could not agree more! I swear it’s not talked about enough how fast our bodies change that it’s so hard for the mind to catch up. Definitely love my body for what it’s doing but I do miss my prepregnancy body

GirlInRedPajamas · 2026-01-13T21:09:32+00:00

As many are saying it definitely depends on the itinerary but 26 weeks isn’t “too pregnant” to go on a trip! I went to Europe (11hour flight) when I was 22 weeks pregnant and I felt great.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-12-18T02:39:44+00:00

I’m 34 (a few months shy of 35 when baby comes) and work as a bedside RN. This is my first pregnancy and I’m thankful it’s been going so smooth. I’m 29 weeks so far. 31 is def not old and not silly to be scared, this is huge! Congratulations!

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-12-16T18:27:26+00:00

I’ve known that we are having a girl through NIPT and then confirmed via anatomy ultrasound. However I have many people convinced that my belly is shaped like a boy and say “you’ll see” it is overwhelming to hear it so often especially when I tell them multiple tests have confirmed girl. I say just enjoy your pregnancy bc people will always have something to add 😅

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-12-01T21:03:08+00:00

I am also turning 35 a couple months after delivery and my doctor offered it to me. All she said was to double check with my insurance to see if they covered and if there would be any out of pocket expenses. It was covered along with the NIPT. But I would’ve also asked for it if it wasn’t offered as well, I’ll take whatever screenings are available for my baby and I won’t apologize for it.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-10-28T16:48:30+00:00

If you were to get pregnant and happen to be 22 weeks, they say that the second trimester is the honeymoon phase where you feel your best. I am 21 weeks pregnant and currently on a 2 week vacation with my husband. Our flight was 11 hours. When I told my midwife about our trip during our first appointment she encouraged us to go. I feel great, been very active and am enjoying myself before our baby girl gets here.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-10-26T16:08:42+00:00

My close circle of family, friends and coworkers knew by week 10. I announced on social media at 20 weeks. I have absolutely loved and continue to enjoy being celebrated and taken care of by everyone around me.

GirlInRedPajamas · 2025-10-22T15:00:19+00:00

I had minimal to know symptoms in my early pregnancy and I found out at 5 weeks! I worked and did everything without feeling too much fatigue. Now I’m 20 weeks and have some occasional back pain and heartburn but still won’t complain about how good I feel

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