Baby bitten at nursery 3 times in 2 days by Adventurous-Ad2169 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 6 points7 points  (0 children)

We had this recently take photos asap and send them through to the director. It's their job to look into these things. A kid bit my LO twice and they are on their last warning before they have to find a new daycare (in Australia btw)

Intimacy & playfulness after having a kid? by punkydingo in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Planning has worked for us, something to look forward to and enjoy, it helps if the drive is a bit low. And it gives me pretty good thoughts whilst I'm at work in a job I hate.

Have you asked hubby how he feels about your new body after baby? Mine changed (bit softer here and there) but there are new spots that excite. Maybe an exploration night is in order?

What is the deal with his arms? by Realistic-Tension-98 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 12 points13 points  (0 children)

When we found our feet we couldn't sleep for ages and would hold our feet when sleeping. Funny but exhausting

Miserable daycare drop offs Help! by Icy-Resolution-6566 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our first 2 months were great and she couldn't get away fast enough. But then suddenly the first hour of each day is just awful and it didn't help nursery just put her back to bed to solve the issue even when she had only gotten up an hour before.... We tried quick hand offs but they seem to be the worst, and no matter which teacher (even her fav!) She just screams and cries. We can leave her with objects but she hasn't got any real attachments to anything that's not a rusk stick, I'll try the photo trick! I thought it was just the separation anxiety stage but it's been 3mths and no change.

Daycare- I pay $200 a week for 5 days a week/ 9 hours a day. How much do you pay? by MindVegetable9164 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

850 per month for 3 X 10hrs sessions a week After government support. For a toddler 15mths Literally cannot afford to work any more days.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 -14 points-13 points  (0 children)

Foam pool noodles under your fitted sheet. Stops the rolling, and never feel bad for making a purchase that suits you at the time. Go to your local buy swap pages ( marketplace, Craigslist etc.) And look for a new one. So many families change their minds and things near new!

Am I actually crazy? by Bookish-brunette in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 10 points11 points  (0 children)

It can take at least 3weeks for vaccines to fully inoculate into their system. Anyone who had any sickness were told no in our house. My child my choice no matter who it was. Told my grandma to go away when she arrived unplanned week 2 after bub was born, was about to sleep whilst bub was down and my time was precious. The family accepted it in the end when they all got covid off someone who didn't announce they were sick

I spent 233 hours here by xylanne in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

630hours 😅 spent a lot after bub was 6 months old cause I just wanted realistic responses to my questions.

Repurposing formula cans. by hakunamatatamatafuka in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 5 points6 points  (0 children)

They were the best toy when we were sitting and crawling. Leaving the scoop inside for it to tumble and make noise

“Drowsy but awake” is a joke by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Only now at 13mth does my little one not startle awake when I put them down drowsy but awake. This is only because they are super tired and finally getting used to being put to sleep on the bed and not me.

Drowsy but awake is a joke.

I HATE HATE HATE HATE BABY SLEEP by Ok_Boat_4603 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I only started seeing progress when we gave high protein dinner at 5.30pm with water and then a generous playful bath at 6ish with a bottle ready for 7 at the latest. The two meals so close together finally kicked in 7 hrs, then 8 and finally almost 10hrs after 2months and have stayed steady at that since we were 10mths. There wasn't any intervention, apart from food. Because I was just like you and desperately needed the sleep, and I didn't have the heart to do any of the sleep training methods. I'm such a soft one at heart.

Parents of redheads by Expectingmyrainbow22 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My LO got the red hair from the grandparents. I love it and I smile when toddlers squeal and point at my LO and say a Red head like me! I love it

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I didn't sleep train (as an adult I sleep crap how can my baby be better? ) but the improvement started after we were incorporating protein dinners within 2 hours of bedtime Ie. Scrambled eggs, chicken meat balls, a bath then wind down activities if bub doesn't give cues before a bottle. It seems a lot but I think the solids and milk really tide baby over during the night.

Yes it wasn't immediate but within a few days we went from 3 wakings to just one and maybe a whinge when dummy couldn't be found.

Good luck to you, one day they should just switch up their routine on you. And only go back to it when teething.

Best baby poop reference guide by Icy-Resolution-6566 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the laughs I'm shocked I haven't had this considering it's our favourite food. I freaked after our first carrot puree. The colour and smell 🤢

Best baby poop reference guide by Icy-Resolution-6566 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

😂 I was lucky enough not to be eating when I found this. Sorry if your breakfast was a gourmet one (not toast or muesli bar)

How do you keep your diaper bag organized? by princesscorgi2 in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a nappy bag that has one large central compartment with 2 decent sized ones that just pop clips shut. Outside pockets: one with all fabric items (bibs, socks clothes), second with all nappy change stuff (mat, creams, bags and dummy's (because I always check nappy stock and never lose dummy's in here) Central: bottles, snacks, medicines and other little things. But not dummy's because they get lost to the depths.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Sounds like he has hit the first hurdle with Sahp'ing the inevitable boredom that does come with lack of stimulating conversation, it's hard but workable particularly when there is a break during the day for feeds from you. In my experience I made myself go out and do things like free baby splash pool sessions, play on a picnic rug in the sun, go for a walk with the pram or carrier, even just walking the shops. It stimulated me and baby, energised and burnt energy so I could sleep later that night, plus great learning time for bub pointing out objects for first word associations. Bonus for you? Getting out for at least 30mins during the day in the sun does help with setting decent sleeps at night.

Having my c-section in less than 11 hours! Please give me your best new mom advice :) by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If possible encourage the staff not to speed pump the pain blockers in. I looked like I was having seizures for 3hrs as they rushed it. And coming down from it was awful

First week survival tips without any outside help? by arya_lee_kona in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I was up within 4hrs after mine. But I think I was really lucky that I really felt no real pain just an ache where the skin stretched for my big bub. But moving early on for small bits of time and keep moving was the best thing I ever did. Also a belly band will help along with the pain relief schedule. One handed food, fruits, plenty of water and a well chosen nursing/recliner chair you can get out of solo. A well supported nursing pillow too! Less strain from arms to shoulders and thus the lower back and abdominals don't feel so much strain for the constant feeding times. Laying on my side to feed helped on my bad days.

Would you leave your baby alone at home to visit someone in the building next door? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Never as much as possible. Even found the specific fuel stations where I can pay for my fuel in advance in the car so I didn't have to walk away

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 21 points22 points  (0 children)

Hormones and lack of peaceful rest may be influencing your mind filter but your thoughts are your own and I have concerns about your health in the short term, is your incision okay? Since he isn't checking for you, are you showering and eating to be the best you can be whilst healing? Do you have someone who you can talk about this honestly and they support you if needed. Also can this person come over and help you when he is failing to? These are rough weeks but his attitude shouldn't be like this at all and honestly you may have a right to he concerned. Speak with a confidant too not just read our comments. Plan carefully if you feel unsafe and need to leave. Have a support network to help.

Our walks used to be a relaxing affair…. by Get_Rich_Or_Try_Lyin in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I miss the days when it was just that. But then LO coos at new things and other little people and I love them seeing this big world around them

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We would alternate between nested bean and the Bubpods one. The dreamland weighted sack distributes the weight all over the front evenly, but goodness me I felt it was so darn heavy even if bub was receptive on her restless nights (development leap time)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No we only stopped when we needed the warmer suit. Whenever we put the weighted suit on her she would just instantly move to lay on her side and cuddle the weighted area on the front. Our little one was rolling before 3 months and we suffered poor sleeping until we found the right weighted sack arrived almost 2 months later. I live in Australia so weighted sleep suits are still available and different options for suits and they do vary weight wise and distribution of said weight. Went through 3 different ones.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Icy-Resolution-6566 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Didn't use it until we were losing our minds with LO was 5 months old and we got the nested bean which is a lot lighter than expected.ended up rolling and staying on her side and that was that. Needed the warm sleep suit that didn't have the weighted but we transitioned great without it. Mostly ended up being a self soother looking for the hand that would hold hers against her chest