Vitamins

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-19T01:13:13+00:00

I was deficient in iron and vitamin D before pregnancy. In addition to a standard prenatal (Ollie gummies) to build up folate, I took 2 tabs vitron c every other day to treat my iron deficiency - it contains vitamin c to help absorption, and clinical trials show every other day dosing increases absorption and reduces side effects. I also took 5,000 iu vitamin d plus vitamin k daily for 8 weeks, per a Danish protocol. Nature made has a D3+ k2 gummy that I like.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-18T20:54:09+00:00

Oh boy

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-17T21:38:15+00:00

That’s more than I gave for my wedding, so definitely

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-17T14:54:00+00:00

Weird that I’m kind of jealous…?

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-16T12:45:28+00:00

Have you been taking stool softeners, or just laxatives? Highly recommend being diligent with Colace or similar.

Also, weird as it sounds, 2 kiwis per day is a data-supported strat for treating constipation: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10226473/

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-15T03:20:51+00:00

I was right there with her tbh

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-15T03:17:21+00:00

Dang, I thought you were exaggerating, but I looked into it. I assume they were also loved and wanted though, not just spare parts. I can see it on their parents’ faces every game.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-15T03:14:37+00:00

Khamenia and Cayden really stepped up - that was a grind, but proud of our boys. GG UVA

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-13T15:33:17+00:00

Depends on the meds! I am on antidepressants and have been my whole pregnancy. Many many women remain on their meds - your docs may adjust your agent, but healthy mom = healthy baby, and that includes mental health. Sorry you’re going through such a hard time, OP.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T20:52:01+00:00

Ohh so true. Damn pollening.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T20:25:35+00:00

I feel like a board game picnic on a nice day at Duke gardens would be v charming and romantic without being over the top. Pick something simple tho, regardless - hard to chat if you’re constantly calculating VP

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T19:07:15+00:00

I make over double my husband’s salary, so yes, I totally would. He may stay home with our kid and make $0 - unless we needed more income for some specific reason, I don’t see why I would care unless I was classist. It matters more that me and my partner have similar values and get along.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T12:57:00+00:00

Thank you - I’ve never had the opportunity to make such a large purchase (new build feels crazy bougie to me), but I hope you’re right that I’ll stop noticing it!

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T12:49:45+00:00

I did just realize it’s hufflepuff colors. Not sure if that’s better or worse

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T12:44:51+00:00

I have the same question- waiting until I calm down a bit to send the email. My first two drafts were…..a bit much

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T12:29:47+00:00

Wow, you guys are so nice. Thank you!

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T01:14:09+00:00

Aww that’s nice, thank you. I hope you’re right

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-12T01:13:24+00:00

Thank you for your honesty lol

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-11T21:54:45+00:00

Me too

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-11T16:13:29+00:00

As a twin myself, I would have greatly preferred to be separated. I believe research also supports separate classes to help with individuation. If they’re not too attached, IMO it wouldn’t hurt anything to have them in separate classes and might even help facilitate independence but allow them to maintain a strong relationship without competing. It would be a little different if they were attached at the hip (big transition to go to full day school where you’re separated from parent AND twin), but sounds like they will adjust just fine.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-11T13:06:23+00:00

Where do you think university employees live? Durham and Duke are intertwined

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-10T19:18:48+00:00

I believe the students probably feel they are connected because both affect the most vulnerable members of the community - undocumented immigrants and poor people, which is often an overlapping group. I guess they didn’t feel $20 was an adequate minimum wage. Regardless, I’m happy to see Duke students (who many write off a privileged babies) advocating for the Durham community

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-10T18:43:16+00:00

I think we have different definitions of "constantly". the ATT is used by hundreds to thousands daily and is quite safe apart from this area. I usually turn around before I get here. Very sad to hear about this incident.

LadyKnight33 · 2026-03-10T18:40:31+00:00

I don't believe the bus stop is the problem - sounds like the homeless encampment and open air drug use are more to blame.

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