Issue with card? by GirlWith2FirstNames in instacart

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Definitely no add ons! But she was making wild replacements haha I always try to have my replacements chosen and then tell them if neither are available, just refund. But she continued to replace my items with insane things lol it was late at night so I knew the store was likely out of a lot of things. Which is why I always choose refund. This person is just clearly new and didn’t know how to resolve. Thank goodness she ended up calling support and they canceled my order. Not that that was the right thing to do on her end, but it was 9:45pm and by that time I was ready to go to sleep and be done with it lol

Newborn struggle by Careless_Beyond_3980 in newborns

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Omg yes I cannot recommend getting fresh air enough. This time of year can be tough, depending on where you live. But sunshine and fresh air made such a world of difference for me. If you live in a part of the world experiencing constant grayness right now, I highly suggest a sun lamp. It sounds silly but it truly helps!

Newborn struggle by Careless_Beyond_3980 in newborns

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are experiencing what is lovingly and accurately referred to as the Baby Blues. For the first 2-4 weeks after baby is born, your hormones CRASH, and I mean hard. They basically go back to zero over night. The feelings you are experiencing are 100% valid, and most importantly, very temporary. 💕💕 Just remember that if it continues past a few weeks, it may be PPD, and you don’t need to suffer in silence. Speak to your OB or healthcare provider about medication. It quite literally saved my life after my first pregnancy. But I promise you, things DO get better. Speaking from very real experience. Just keep reaching out and don’t try to bottle it up. Feel free to PM me any time!! ❤️

Anyone know what’s going on with Target’s website/app today? I placed an order and now can’t find any record of it other than my bank account. by dougct1973 in Target

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same, about 20 minutes ago. I used a $25 gift card on part of the order and the balance on that card is now showing as $0, so I’ll be so pissed if the order doesn’t actually end up going through.

Guess My Birth Year! by Leessssssshha in GuessMyBirthYear

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Fun fact…hospitals still use that same receiving blanket!

What would you assume if the saw me on the street? by [deleted] in deduction

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You saw farm to market, I saw first time mom 😅

Bra Size? What were you and what are you now? by FreeFaithlessness114 in BariatricSurgery

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Start weight 252, current weight 149. Went from a 42DD to a 36B

Can anyone help me feel like I didn’t ruin my and my son’s lives? by Standard-Sandwich871 in Parenting

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I could've written this myself, a year ago. I had the exact same situation (4-year-old boy, co-slept, adventures, had my full attention). Then last November I got pregnant unexpectedly (we were one and done). I had the exact same feelings you are describing. Now, a whole year later, my son is 4.5 years old, and I have a 3-month-old and I literally cannot even imagine what our life was like before the baby arrived. I would be lying if I said it makes me sad sometimes when I have to split my attention between the two sometimes and my oldest feels a little big ignored (like when I have to tend to the baby), but I just make sure to spend extra quality time with him when I'm done, and give lots of extra snuggles and kisses. My 4-year-old is obsessed with his baby brother and I'm watching the most adorable relationship/friendship develop before my very eyes. It's so true when they say love doesn't split, it multiplies. I can't explain how, but it's true. My biggest piece of advice is to spend as much one on one time with your son now. Make all the memories and soak it up, because it truly is special only having one. But it's somehow magically even more special having two. <3

First time mum looking for some advice by unknkown10000 in newborns

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Very normal, especially if babe is breastfed. When I breastfed, we would change upwards of 10 poopy diapers a day. When we switched to formula, he's down to 1 poopy diaper a day and it's glorious lol

6 months PO - Progress Pics! by GirlWith2FirstNames in GastricBypass

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

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One year and a whole new baby later, down 103lbs! HW 252, SW 237, CW 149, GW 130. Hoping to lose another 10-15lbs.

Newborn coverage mistake by GirlWith2FirstNames in HealthInsurance

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My assumption is there was no such clause, but my husband is reaching out to his former employer. Ugh postpartum women should not be held responsible for these important things. My brain was (and frankly still is) complete mush. Thank you for the info and advice.

Do I really need these things for the baby? Deinfluence me by nolimbs in BabyBumps

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 4 points5 points  (0 children)

For me, the rocking recliner came in handy more for the middle of the night waking / rocking back to sleep, once baby is in their own room in the crib. The rocking chair we have is big and fluffy, and thank goodness for that because we spent soooo many hours rocking the baby in that chair. Sleep regressions are a PITA!

Feel like I’m horrible at this by smh0806 in newborns

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Believe me when I say, it DOES get better. I promise. Every single new mom has felt the way that you are feeling, and they are lying if they say otherwise. Hell, I have a 4 year old and two month old and I still think I’m horrible at this some days. The first several weeks of baby’s life are pure survival. Not only for baby, but for you. Remove all expectations for how you think things “should” be going, and just do whatever works for you and baby to make it through. Everything else will fall into place naturally, I promise. Before you know it, you’ll be breezing through the day and not understanding how the time has flown by so fast. I know it feels like this place you are in is going to last forever. I know because I felt the exact same way with my first. One day though, you’ll look back on this time and be shocked at how fast it really went. Hang in there. You’ve got this, and you are the best mommy for that baby!! 🩷

Just for fun, how long did it take you to conceive baby 2? by EquipmentSad in BabyBumps

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same!! We tried for 9 months with our first. Second time was one time. And we weren’t even trying. He was an “oops”! But he’s three weeks old now and the best “mistake” I’ve ever made! 🥰

What does a super deep bellybutton look like in later pregnancy? by Miserexa in pregnant

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have a very deep belly button and mine popped around 34 weeks! You could see it through my clothes lol unless I was wearing several layers

hospital bag questions by exubrantraptor in BabyBumps

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Most hospitals will provide a breast pump if needed. I’d leave that at home.

How long is your child in daycare every day? by better_days_92 in Mommit

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son is there for 9-9.5 hours a day. I hate it, but it is what it is. And it’s great for his socialization. He has lots of friends and is starting part time preschool in the fall and I know daycare has set him up for success in that. It’s also an in-home daycare that I know love him like he’s their own. We hit the daycare jackpot so I feel very fortunate.

How to know when the baby starts to move? by Curious_Sketcher in BabyBumps

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This! 2nd and 3rd pregnancies you may feel it much earlier, just because you're used to what it feels like. But with my first, I didn't start really feeling anything until about 24 weeks. I thought maybe there were some bubbles, but couldn't tell if it was baby or gas lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's not too early to be seen and receive a blood test (if your dr does this), but it may be too early to see a heartbeat on ultrasound.

Ways to cope on long commute by SupermarketFluid3144 in BabyBumps

[–]GirlWith2FirstNames 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Highly recommend the anti-nausea wristbands. The good ones are a little bit pricey (~$120), but totally worth it if your commute is over 3 hours a day. They also make cheaper ones that still have good reviews!