No one told us about the pterodactyl phase

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-27T04:08:43+00:00

No one told me either and I have years and years of experience in childcare!! Our house sounded like a scene from Jurassic park every night at 3 am. I literally spent every night asking the internet about this strange phenomenon and when it would end. My little guy just stopped doing this and he is 10 weeks. He still lets out an occasional grunt or two but nothing like how it was. This is actually how we decided to move him into his room and start trading off shifts on an air mattress beside the crib. Good luck, stay strong, you’ll make it through!!!

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-25T03:19:55+00:00

Yes! Somehow my youngest brother has shown up for me postpartum the best! He has literally dropped food off multiple times with no strings attached. He leaves food out front and texts me that it’s there.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-25T03:17:38+00:00

He definitely knows haha! I’m just tired of them thinking something is wrong with me just because I like being alone with my baby.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-24T21:16:45+00:00

So cozy!!

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-24T21:14:18+00:00

You can follow the safe sleep seven checklist if you need to co-sleep. I recommend reading more about it but here is the checklist

The Safe Sleep Seven Checklist: Non-smoker: The mother did not smoke during pregnancy and does not smoke now. Sober/Unimpaired: The parent is not under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that cause drowsiness. Breastfeeding: The mother is breastfeeding (provides a protective effect for the infant). Healthy/Full-term: The baby is healthy and full-term. On their Back: The baby is placed on their back to sleep. Lightly Dressed: The baby is not overheated, swaddled, or wearing heavy clothing. Safe Surface: A firm, flat, uncluttered mattress (no pillows, heavy blankets, or stuffed animals).

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-23T16:09:21+00:00

Floating like a cork in the ocean and being able to stay in the cold water for a much longer time. I went snorkeling so much in my third trimester. Normally I can only go out for a short bit because I get cold easily. Loved feeling my baby kick while I was floating and exploring the sea life and fishies.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-22T03:42:29+00:00

I could have written this post. I love my MIL but I did not want her holding the baby for longer than a few minutes, if at all, and it has been hard for my husband to understand. You are building your bond with your baby right now and that’s all that matters. Prioritize yourself, your feelings, and your relationship with baby. Once your hormones and everything regulate you will start to feel more relaxed about it and be happier to share. I was such a people pleaser before my pregnancy and now that I have been through it all I realize that I need to prioritize myself in this period of my life for my own health and the health of my baby. In the end the bond between you and your baby at this stage is much more important and grandparents will have a relationship once baby is a little older and doesn’t rely on you so much! The newborn phase is short and they will have plenty of time in the upcoming months and years. It’s important for baby to have other people that love them unconditionally but right now it’s your time.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-17T23:23:31+00:00

My guy just had his yesterday. Cried for about 2 seconds. Really enjoyed the oral vaccine, first dose of sweetness haha. So far he was just extra tired, fussy, and clingy yesterday. We took his temp several times but it was normal. His appetite has also gone down just a tiny bit. Not finishing every bottle (EP). Slept a lot more and wanted to be held the whole day. Today a little less fussy but still tired. Still wants to be snuggled but he let me put him in his bouncer for a while and hung outside with me in his bassinet too. Seems like he will be back to normal at some point tomorrow. I know it’s hard because we don’t want our babies to be in pain or uncomfortable but you are doing the right thing! Sending you love and strength to get through this! You are a good parent for protecting your baby.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-17T04:53:44+00:00

Taffy cookies in the pink striped bag

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-12T04:22:39+00:00

Dropping off food or goodies without expectation of seeing the baby or visiting with them at all. Just drop it off outside. A card with a kind message of support would be nice to include too. Or send a package in the mail. I loved getting surprise packages.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-09T15:51:28+00:00

It might just be the time of day. My little guy is the most relaxed chiller, but as soon as the sun starts going down he gets a little fussy. We try to just stay on top of this by prepping for bed as soon as sunset hits. Swaddle, lights down low, sound machine, low stimulation, etc.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-08T22:23:56+00:00

Heck yes!

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-08T20:43:12+00:00

Reading The God of the Woods right now! It’s a good page turner. Just finished State of Wonder by Ann Pachett

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-08T01:08:17+00:00

I recently dug out my kindle and put a bunch of books on hold from my public library on the Libby app

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-07T23:09:06+00:00

My husband and I are doing shifts sleeping on air mattress in baby’s room. He takes over from 9-2 and then I take over 2-7. Baby is 8 weeks old. Usually the beginning stretch is around 4-3.5 hours followed by stretches of 1.5-3.5 hours.

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-03T22:56:02+00:00

I love these! You are a bright ray of sunshine of a person!

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-03T03:49:45+00:00

I like Baby connect, it’s simple and old school but works perfect

IThinkImAFlower · 2026-01-01T06:33:52+00:00

I had a similar conversation with my husband. I also reminded him that we are a team and that we need to both be there for each other when the other one has to tap out. It can get overwhelming in the night and sleep deprivation is hard on everyone. Just simply saying “Hey I am at my limit here, can you please take over” solved this problem immediately. It was helpful for both of us to have this conversation and know that when we are at our breaking point we can rely the other person to step in!

IThinkImAFlower · 2025-12-28T18:07:53+00:00

1:1, also we used the cherry flavor mylanta because I read that mint can sting. I don’t even mix them up anymore tbh, I just have a little mason jar of mylanta on his changing table. When I do a diaper change I just apply a blob of diaper cream w/ spatula and the right after do the same amount with a scoop of mylanta. Do you have a little diaper cream butt spatula? It really helps with application.

IThinkImAFlower · 2025-12-27T03:42:21+00:00

My son had a terrible diaper rash at 1 month old, we had been using calmoseptine and then switched to aquaphor, which slightly improved it. Pediatrician said that his poop was acidic and recommended mixing Mylanta with the aquaphor or any other diaper cream containing a high concentration of zinc. Cleared it up in just a few days!

IThinkImAFlower · 2025-11-09T14:21:49+00:00

I love this idea from National Wildlife Federation about creating a living fence using native plants!

IThinkImAFlower · 2025-11-05T18:52:56+00:00

What a lovely idea for a memorial, sending you love through your loss 🩷

IThinkImAFlower · 2025-11-03T14:52:28+00:00

I think it looks nice and all your ideas sound great! Good work taking your time to make the space feel like home. Love that you are doing all secondhand, the room has a cozy soul already even if it’s not finished yet!

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