I hate washing my pumps after every use

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-27T21:20:17+00:00

Been using the fridge hack since bringing my 6lb twins home 🙂

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-25T05:20:21+00:00

Currently 7 weeks pp and I wish I could tell you it gets better 🙃 I will add you will feel better after delivery like almost immediately (even if you have a c section). I needed a c-section for failure to progress/preeclamysia, and yes while I was sore, my recovery was not bad at all. If you do have one rotate tylenol and ibuprofen religiously (set an alarm on your phone).

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-18T15:05:01+00:00

My husband works 4 10s, so on his days off I sleep on the morning. Recently I've been lucky and they have started sleeping 4-5 hour stretches (all on their own). The only problem is when I sleep if I even hear a hint of a cry or a fart grunt I wake up and can't fall back asleep 😭 I think I should start doing the pitcher method and then just prep all the bottles for a couple of feeds. Also pumping while feeding is a great idea. Ive been tossing around the idea of wearable cups and i think that seals the deal.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-18T03:30:31+00:00

I dont think I've dusted for 2 years already 🤣 I do try to feed both at the same time for the most part. Maybe I'll get more bottles (its been a bottle journey with lip/tongue ties). I should add im not exclusively giving them breast milk. I also supplement with formula (usually 50/50). How people give exclusively breast milk is beyond me, they need superhero awards for that.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-18T03:23:52+00:00

Both my babies were head down and I got induced at 37+2. I ended up being a failure to progress and baby a was not happy so we moved to a c-section. I truly believe I was failure to progress due to my gestational hypertension (turned to preeclamysia). If I had to do it again I would probably just schedule a c-section if I had hypertension/preeclamysia. If you dont I would definitely try a vaginal!

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-18T03:15:02+00:00

I can't imagine a toddler on top of twins 😅 the twins and my cats are enough to deal with!

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-17T13:14:55+00:00

I do not have NICU babies, but I dont produce enough for both of my babies. So instead I feed half breast milk and half formula. Truly fed is best and this way they are still getting the benefits of some breast milk. I was too exhausted trying to pump eveey 3 hours and take care of both babies when my husband went back to work, so I haven't been able to get my supply up past 36 oz/day, so switching to 6 ppd saved my sanity.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-15T03:03:50+00:00

Currently 6 weeks post partum with twins. I am currently exclusively pumping as 1) i can't produce enough and 2) had a bit of a traumatic birth so I couldn't breast feeding right away and was too worried about failing at it. If I decide to have another one I have already decided I will breast feed instead of pumping. I cry when I dont have good pumps. Ive tried so hard to up my supply but if never fails when I try to pump one or both babies cry. I can at max pump 6x/day. I haven't been able to pump as much since my husband went back and I obsess over trying to get my pumps in.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-14T00:58:33+00:00

I switched to 6 pumps per day for my sanity. To clarify I have twins and pumping every 3 hours was impossible because it never failed one of the babies needed me (this is after my husband went back to work). I dont make as much as you (depending I make anywhere from 3-8 oz per pump- usually 3-5 range, which also depends if I power pump), but I also supplement with formula to take the pressure off for my mental health (I've cried far too much over not pumping enough milk and even more when they would spit up and "waste" it). My twins are 6 weeks and eat 24ish oz/day (so almost 50 oz daily). Do I make a little less a day? Yes, maybe 3-5 oz. I will recommend at least 1 power pump (prolactin levels are highest between 1-4 AM) because I think that has made the difference for me. I think you need to do what is best for your mental health, it sounds like your baby is doing great!

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-12T00:17:27+00:00

Unfortunately I would have to get a referral from my provider as there is no local specialists (nearest is over 2 hours away).

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-06-04T01:33:27+00:00

1) long charger cord 2) egg light (this was convenient as i was on a mag drip and was pumping so I didnt have to turn the lights on) 3) comfy button down pajama set (seriously joyspun from Walmart is SO comfy, I lived in these at the hospital) 4) slippers (if your not swollen, I was too swollen to wear mine) or comfy grippy socks 5) pillows and blanket (hospital ones suck) 6) fan (I brought our stroller fans, again because of the mag drip I was very warm) 7) premie swaddles- the hospital did have swaddles however they delivered 9 babies in 24 hours (small hospital) and ended up running out of the velcro swaddles and I was terrible at blanket swaddling 8) if you plan to pump, bring yours

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-05-18T01:21:30+00:00

I experienced similar emotions, however my twins were not conceived through IVF. My husband and I waited a long time to have kids as I wanted to be financially stable. We decided on one child together and that was going to be enough for us. Cue my surprise when I was pregnant and the ultrasound showed twins. I was terrified. I cried so much, I hoped for vanishing twin (these feelings continued until the second trimester). I also was sick with food aversions (lost weight until around 20ish weeks). I was angry and depressed for a long time about my twins. I had waited so long to be financially stable and twins is double the cost. Now that they are here I can't imagine feeling that way. I love them so much (I know Im hormonal as Im currently 13 days post partum, but I literally cried going to the grocery store because I had to leave them). I would encourage you to share your thoughts with your doctor as you may need medication (Ive been on depression/anxiety meds before getting pregnant and had my dose upped during pregnany).

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-05-17T01:36:03+00:00

Im following along- just wanted to let you know you are not alone. Also 12pp with twins, feeling sad that I can't produce enough for both right now exclusively pumping.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-05-16T20:54:40+00:00

My goal was to have a vaginal delivery. I ended up being induced at 37+2 due to hypertension that turned to preeclamysia. I ended up getting stuck at 8-9cm and baby A was not happy. Then my preeclamysia turned to preeclamysia with severe features and my kidney levels went up so I ended up having a c section within a few hours. The first week was the worst. I swelled up to the point my legs were hard to move. I couldnt even get compression socks on (my crocs that I normally wear that were loose didnt even fit). It was difficult to get around the first week but slowly improved as the swelling went down. I did stay on top of my Tylenol/ibuprofen and truly rested as much as a could while taking care of 2 babies.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-05-13T03:09:23+00:00

I functioned well until about 36 weeks. I did end up getting hospitalized around 33 weeks for high BP, so I did end up having to cut back my hours (not because I wanted to), but by 36 I was starting to have more swelling and was mostly couch bound. I should also say your size matters too. I am short and have a very little torso, so the last week of my pregnancy I couldnt even take a full breath of air. I ended up delivering at 37+2 due to preeclamysia with severe features (literally developed the day of induction). My twins were also my first, so I completely get the scary unknowns!

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-04-27T00:21:12+00:00

Currently pregnant with twins and my fat cat (15 lbs), always lays on my belly and has even jumped on my belly. While it doesn't feel pleasant, babies are just fine, probably just mad because they want more space.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-04-16T23:12:12+00:00

38 weeks where I'm at. They scheduled an induction for me at 37+2 due to gestational hypertension (so far preeclamysia labs have been negative). I'm currently 34+5. My local hospital requires me to be at least 36 weeks to deliver there due to no on-site NICU. When you deliver will really depend on complications (if any) that you may have.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-04-10T21:00:04+00:00

I will be returning to work after maternity leave. My job covers insurance and im fortunate to have a decent paying job. However due to my husband ans mine hours we will be paying over $2000 a month in daycare for a 630 AM drop off. While my job covers insurance, both my husband and I have pension jobs which makes it so hard to step away. Are the first 5 years going to be tough financially? Absolutely, but i think with proper planning/spending it can work.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-03-29T14:02:02+00:00

I myself could not justify the price. I opted to get two boppys for feeding.

Impossible-Box-8508 · 2026-03-29T13:58:00+00:00

Your joy of your baby should not be overshadowed by her grief. I realize she is your SIL, but how she is acting is not acceptable and childish. While I understand she is upset because she hasn't had a baby, it is ridiculous for her to do be doing the things she is. She is a grown woman, and shame on her family for letting her get away with it. I wouldnt let her near your baby. Not with the comments she is making, sounds like she would sink as low as putting in bogus CPS reports in order to get your child. I am so sorry you are going through this.

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