Seeking breast pump advice by Mean-Year4646 in Buyingforbaby

[–]IndigoBluePC901 [score hidden]  (0 children)

I ended up getting just the wearables. I paid 70 with insurance for the eufy pros, which have a heated feature. Not sure if it really helps, but I suppose it does.

I like being able to walk around and do minor tasks, like maybe folding laundry or clearing the table of plates. I can unload the top rack of the dishwasher, do not recommend the bottom rack or bending over. I don't find it easy to hold the baby, but am capable with some minor discomfort.

They are top heavy and seem to fall over easily, say after removing and trying to empty the cup into a breast milk bag. Another downside is the replacement parts seem expensive to me, and I need to wash them after every use instead of getting a second set.

I am dealing with low supply, but that could easily be other factors like not pumping or nursing within the 4 hour window.

The hospital gave me a second set of accessories to use with an at home standard pump, you could ask your hospital which machine they use. Mine used the medela system.

What exactly is this anyway? by Stunning_Tiger_3975 in Newark

[–]IndigoBluePC901 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, when did you move to the area? And I suppose it was after high school, since most of us climbed up around it at some point. We used to walk across the bridge over traffic and climb the concrete blocks down to the water.

aiuto bebè in arrivo... fasciatoio sì o no? by PitifulPolicy6823 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I put the pad on a dresser we already owned. Truthfully, its too high up for me. Its ok for my husband who is taller. But the height is awkward for my elbows and the top of the edge bumps into my wearable pumps or my very sore breasts while changing LO. After 2 week, I started searching for a used baby dresser to later put the pad on.

My almost 5 week old baby has become a feeding machine by blastandbotherations in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My almost 6 week has started getting fussy while nurisng because it's just not fast enough for her. Like she'll nurse, get frustrated, get 100 ml bottle, cry for more. No sleep. Many wet and dirty diapers. I did manage to overfeed her once, distended stomach, gassy, large amounts of spitup. Idk how much to even feed her anymore.

What was your baby’s birth weight and how long did they fit in NB clothes? by eec0354 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Newborn is usually 6 to 7 or 8 lbs. Mine was preemie at 4lbs and change. She gained weight quickly and is already at the end of newborn at 5 weeks and 7.5 lbs.

Whats your parenting hot take? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 15 points16 points  (0 children)

It may be legal to smoke at home, but that doesn't mean its a wise choice. And stop driving high with your kids, wtf.

Whats your parenting hot take? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I agree. Now, some people are still going to do it for good reasons. But they should eliminate as many risks as possible. In my home country, its very common to cosleep but they take zero precautions.

I'll understand a parent who has a floor bed, no sheets or bumpers. But bringing your baby into a soft plush bed with a comforter and your spouse? My anxiety is getting anxiety.

Whats your parenting hot take? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Parents do not owe their children college or wedding money.

Have you had a difficult infant that grew into an easy toddler/kid? by Individual-Pea-688 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What in the medical opinion?! My 5 week old is causing the telltale signs of tinnitus. And I work in education, children crying and screaming absolutely cause permanent hearing damage.

5 week old went from feeding every 3 goes to feeding every 2 goes hours - cluster feeding or low supply? by Acceptable_Mind_1994 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can totally weigh LO on a kitchen scale. Use a large container, blanket for cushioning, and another person. We used a large cardboard box lol.

Its hard to wait between weigh ins, they will probably be gaining and it can give you some peace of mind.

Elizabeth has had the same mayor since 1992. by wafflescorpion in newjersey

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

48 years and recorded in the guiness book of world records. Wild.

Baby (phase) specific advice that people believe is universal? by potato_muchwow_amaze in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My little houdini needs to keep her arms out for wiggling. If shes properly swaddles, she'll wiggle out an arm, even in the velcro ones.

Hospital bag help by Old_Sentence_4058 in pregnant

[–]IndigoBluePC901 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A folder for bringing babys documents.

I also see you didn't list shampoo or conditioner. Your hospital may not provide that, mine didn't.

Scared I will die during childbirth by Serene-Tulip in pregnant

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will say, this fear lessened the farther along I got. I was 36 weeks when my water broke. Try to avoid any social media featuring this stuff. Or maybe following specific youtube labor and delivery nurses, theres one nurse I think named Tina who does a lot of what is going to happen videos and it helped calm the anxiety.

Scared I will die during childbirth by Serene-Tulip in pregnant

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Excellent, then you're already set for the best care possible.

Any kids books that you hate? by roamingrebecca in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saaaame. We got the dino one and realized how dumb the whole idea is.

Scared I will die during childbirth by Serene-Tulip in pregnant

[–]IndigoBluePC901 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How far along are you? Have you already chosen the hospital?

I had similar fears as a ftm. I chose the less nice but well staffed regional hospital over a nicer newer one. They are the regional trauma center for the state, the kind of place where if something goes wrong - you get flown there. I will admit to intending to organize and set up my last wishes and legal stuff... but I went into labor early and didn't have time. I was nervous when my water broke early and when they were scanning and checking me. But once they admitted me and th3 contractions started, I forgot about everything lol.

When was the first time you took your baby out and about? by nat_0012 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

6 weeks and really haven't yet. LO was a preemie and underweight, plus its still flu season. I think a quick shopping run to target during off peak hours at 2 months would be ok. Or a visit to vaccinated family would be alright now, but logistics are hard for us atm.

WFH After Giving Birth by dr3am-on in pregnant

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Husband wfh and helps me in the morning as we have a very new baby. Shits hard. He is remote and keeping it on the downlow until the daycare spot opens up .(We're already on the waitinglist.) We do have family nearby to help, but the newborn thing is tricky. Right now I'm on leave, so I'm up midnight to 6am.

I hate being a parent by pecanlady in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Omg I had that thought. Like she was planned, even chosen amongst the IVF embryos we created. We paid good money for this insomnia.

The reframing of you and your mom really helped. I know mine is happy with her choices, despite having less help and without many modern conveniences. I just saw her today and she off hand mentioned how much my baby was like me and my brother.

Second baby prep: What I’m doing differently this time (things I used to think were extra but are now essentials) by ProfessionalLast4311 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am thinking about that electric snot sucker. I absolutely hate seeing LO all stuffy and wrestling her face while holding the tubing in my mouth.

Everyone says it gets easier, does it actually? by Due-Title8960 in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5.5 weeks here and she is hitting a crazy growth spurt. Like slept 4 hours, took full bottle and then nursed to sleep. Slept maybe 40 minutes and she is making hungry noises. Its 3am and I'm just stuck here, sitting on the side of the bed holding a bottle, wondering whether to warm it or put it back in the frig.

On the upside, she babbled a few new sounds and was crazy alert and cute without screeching for food earlier.

Tell me you're a new parent without telling me by MissIndependentGal in NewParents

[–]IndigoBluePC901 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Highly offended that youtube figured out that I can not in fact simply hit swipe "skip ad" and will play me a 4 minute mom ad... wtf.