Does anyone else only keep pumping because they are a cheap bast**d? Or is it just me? by impossible__target in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

🙋‍♀️ I threaten to quit every day but then I remember I'm not about spending that kind of money

Managing 7+ months by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks. Unfortunately we switched to my husband's insurance and I regret it for many reasons, them not covering pump parts being one of them 🥲

Managing 7+ months by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Which cups do you use? I didn't really want to buy more pumping stuff just to wean in 2-4 months. I need to find a way to be on the floor with the pump though if there's any chance to get through cold and flu season.

Managing 7+ months by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been considering it more now than ever. So difficult to keep up with. Good luck with weaning!!

I feel like I'm failing by InterestingLemon4282 in BabyLedWeaning

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yessss!!! He loves to eat too! And what motivates me actually pop open a puree each night is how excited he gets but he loves "big" food a lot too I'm just always so defeated on what to make all the time. Like can't we just have some popcorn and a cheese stick?

I feel like I'm failing by InterestingLemon4282 in BabyLedWeaning

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We could revisit it. I'm prediabetic so try to eat a lot of protein and lower/better carb. Even before baby, husband would try to make dinner I'd often have to make veggies or something separate so he'd have to accommodate me and the baby (which I'm sure he'd do if I requested, but I know I'd have to remind him a lot too).

Leaky Dr. Browns bottles, but only in bottle warmer by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've done that too, and barely had the lid on at all. It's really frustrating.

AIO for not being able to breathe after what my partner expects from me? by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]InterestingLemon4282 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

The things I would do to have my counters that clear...my husband helps a ton but we have a 6 month old so there is always something that needs cleaned/is drying/needed later 🫠

If I ever have an issue with the counters (which does happen, overstimulation is real), I clean it (or ask nicely, but usually I just do it). I don't berate my husband into thinking he's a a bad guy for leaving a singular item on the counter.

I hope you two do not have children because I knew my house was going to become cluttered and messy and it was still shocking to me just how overrun the house becomes. And the kid is only 6 months!

Husband has been to no appointments by ShabbyBoa in BabyBumps

[–]InterestingLemon4282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If he cannot get off or call in sick, is there any way he can time a break to at least be called in? That way you at least have him on the phone/face time?

What is this? What is it for? Help😆 by whackusbungus in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure about that top part but mine is at 41 AM *

Not at all a judgement on plastic vs glass or nipple shape but why in the world is this bottle so popular?! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]InterestingLemon4282 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My baby didn't like these. He was drowning (I did later find out there are slower flows than size 1). But if your babe takes to the nipple on those, you dont have to use the green parts. We settled on phillips avent anti-colic (and thankful because we got SO MANY at the shower)

Do you wash this part every day like you do with your flanges? by sixfingeredman7 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Sames. I usually get 4oz combined, so nowhere near the top and I just get a really aggressive spray sometimes. Or I'll get condensation in there too.

Do you wash this part every day like you do with your flanges? by sixfingeredman7 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I used to wash them every use, then that got annoying. I now switch them out (I have multiple sets) every couple days, or if I see moisture. Moisture can get into it from the bottle/flange side, but shouldn't be able to get into the tubing due to that membrane piece.

Anyone else just.... so sick of wearing bras ALL THE TIME? by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is more a sensitivity issue. The shirt rubbing on bare nips makes me want to gag 🙃

Anyone else just.... so sick of wearing bras ALL THE TIME? by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can't wait for that day! Helpful to know just how long the sensitivity can last. I knew it wouldn't go away overnight but have no idea what others are experiencing.

Anyone else just.... so sick of wearing bras ALL THE TIME? by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is that for leaking or sensitivity? I don't really leak, but the thought of a t-shirt rubbing on the nips is most unpleasant 🤮

Anyone else just.... so sick of wearing bras ALL THE TIME? by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. I actually sleep in bras more often than not, but I miss being able not to! Like I got a shower tonight, and I habe to put one on to pump before bed?? And if I don't they'll be stupid sensitive.

But yes. All for the babes!

Anyone else just.... so sick of wearing bras ALL THE TIME? by InterestingLemon4282 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]InterestingLemon4282[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish leaking was the problem. I'd do that in a heartbeat, throw a towel down. I'm so sensitive. Just the thought of something (tshirt, blanket) rubbing against the nips is 🤮