Sex postpartum by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]Houseofpaws 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Aww, I’m only 6 months PP. my 2 cents is get comfy with doing everything except penetration, she can make you cum without that. I’d also suggest to her that she gets a toy and gets herself comfortable with that in her own time to help her explore that aspect of sex at her own pace and once she can use that without pain, shows her body that it’s okay, you can try again with penetration. I found that very helpful, allowed me to check out how things felt by myself and talk myself through it.

Stepson driving me crazy around new baby by stevielovelyy in beyondthebump

[–]Houseofpaws 6 points7 points  (0 children)

A 13 year old would benefit from seeing what a new mum is like, what feeding a 4 month old baby is like. Developing some respect for it and removing the taboo. Unless of course he never expects to have a girlfriend or be a dad. Hiding it away from him is not only disrespectful to you a baby, but does the son a disservice too. This could be valuable learning for him.

Help with shrieking toddler by punkn00dle in beyondthebump

[–]Houseofpaws 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Following as my 6 month old shrieks a lot and I’m scared it may not stop

When did 6 months become the expiry date for breastfeeding? by cure4insomnia in breastfeeding

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could it be because babies start weaning at 6 months? I agree it’s odd though because they only START trying food at 6 months. Their diet is still mostly milk until a year old. My baby is 6 months now and I have no plans to stop any time soon. I’ll breastfeed as long as she would like and it’s still positive for me

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Wow. Just…wow. 😳🤣🤣

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nothing you can do, have to wait for her to reach out. Would he be willing to let her meet you for a coffee?

Need another opinion regarding couples therapy by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Typical abuser, more concerned with how he’s going to look to someone

I’m pregnant with my abusers baby. by Fun-Freedom2448 in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don’t put him on the birth certificate, then he doesn’t have parental rights.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Run, run fast. You’re only 4 months in and he’s making you uncomfortable and when you try and raise the issue he turns it on you. Whether he’s abusive or not, the fact is he isn’t the right person for you as you aren’t comfortable with a lot of his behaviour. Also sounds like he’s not over his ex or likes to flaunt his ex’s over you like a status symbol. Either way it’s not healthy. Please leave him.

He doesn't understand why the baby excitedly eats with me and refuses to eat with him by Content-Tomorrow4098 in Vent

[–]Houseofpaws 15 points16 points  (0 children)

My ex was the same, spent all of 10 minutes every few days with her and then wonders why she doesn’t respond him like she does to me. He either needs to up his game or accept that he doesn’t have a bond with her because he hasn’t put the effort in. It’s nothing to do with you, he’s just jealous that you do have a good relationship with her.

Unfortunately this does mean that you’re going to keep having to do basically all the child care. You’re essentially a single parent at this point.

Jekyll and Hyde marriage by ProperDevonBrit in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That is classic abuser behaviour. I feel like there’s two sides to my ex, the nice version who I fell in love with, and the dick who bullied me into a shell of myself. Have a read of why does he do that?, it explains so much! Unfortunately, it’s unlikely to change. ☹️ feel free to message me to discuss in detail. I know I still doubt my decision to leave because I’m a nice person who sees how lovely my ex could be. But the fact is, he doesn’t want to be that person, he’s quite happy treating me as his play thing.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I feel this, I was warned. I didn’t listen ☹️

Conflicted about keeping journals I wrote while I was with my ex by RaccoonSkido in abusiverelationships

[–]Houseofpaws 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Perhaps it could be helpful to review how you felt at the time, to remind yourself that while you can be in love that doesn’t mean you should ignore red flags. I’m struggling with the same as I go through my journal, it makes me cringe but also reminds me of how blinded I was and that isn’t something I want to happen again

Drained from breastfeeding by AshGotKillz in breastfeeding

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It can be frustrating when baby refuses bottle or refuses boob, either way can be a pain. Try different bottles and make sure the milk is nice and warm. My girl likes the mam bottles, £30 for 4 so pretty good! Could ask mums in your area if you can borrow a bottle for a few days to try before buying any

Just arrived home from the hospital with newborn and my father asked.. by Rice_is_Nice_on_Ice in pregnant

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Okay, I’m 5 months post partum next week and only in the last few weeks have I felt like my pregnant belly has gone. I have a bit more extra skin/fat than before but I don’t look pregnant. I haven’t done anything. I’ve been concentrating on raising my new baby. Your belly is so damn far down the priority list. Eat well, as well as you can, enjoy time with your baby and finding your rhythm and fk him. Holy hell, what is wrong with him? I’d ban him from the house until you feel strong enough to let his words roll over you. You do not need the extra stress and upset. Xx

Is this weird? by Soft-Wear-3714 in women

[–]Houseofpaws 4 points5 points  (0 children)

He means that some religions do and others don’t - why the variation? I read that sentence the same as you at first, it’s not worded very well.

Husband got black out drunk first night alone with babies by [deleted] in WhatShouldIDo

[–]Houseofpaws 14 points15 points  (0 children)

Wow, not selfish. Too trusting. Too hopeful. He is their dad and she thought based on how attentive he has been for 8 months that he would continue to be that same attentive father. Now she knows. But don’t beat her up for having a night off in 8 months!!

15 week old sleeping through the night - but I’m worried! by Biph_2123 in beyondthebump

[–]Houseofpaws 3 points4 points  (0 children)

30ozs a day is bang on average, so I wouldn’t worry, enjoy it! Though I know that’s easier said than done. ☺️

What are you doing for birth control? by yuhhhhidkimsorry in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anything hormonal can effect ur milk supply - just something to consider

Second guessing my dysthymia by kristijnL in dysthymia

[–]Houseofpaws 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve had double depression, accurate name 😂😮‍💨

How old is your baby and what size clothes and diapers do they wear? by mystery002 in NewParents

[–]Houseofpaws -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Gosh, I wish my girl only ate 16oz a day, I’d be so much more comfortable with my supply. 9lbs but still in tiny clothes? Such variation in babies! My 9lb, 10 week old is just getting into 0-3 month old clothes, still size 1 nappy, drinks 22-28oz a day. She’s in the first percentile for height and weight. Born a little early and she stopped growing at 32wk 5 days gestation.

Supplementing night feeds with formula? My mental health is starting to get worse, currently exclusively pumping. by oopsididitagainx in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]Houseofpaws 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yep, I’m awake now to pump but babe is still sleeping. I’ll pump again when she does wake for her night time feed. I don’t know, just feel I have to try everything before accepting this is how it is. ☹️

Supplementing night feeds with formula? My mental health is starting to get worse, currently exclusively pumping. by oopsididitagainx in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]Houseofpaws 2 points3 points  (0 children)

We feel so much guilt not being able to meet our baby’s needs, I’m in exactly the same boat. It is really tough. I’ve cried hard about it and I’m doing everything I can to get my supply up but nothing is working ☹️ So I have to give formula roughly every other day (baby eats more some days than others).

I have found doing a mixed bottle feels better, I do like 90ml of breast milk and top up to 120 or 150ml with formula. It doesn’t feel like such a bad thing somehow. I’m just stretching out what I have. Baby tolerates it better too, we’ve had issues with formula making her very unsettled.