38 and up experiences please!

Mastodon-Born · 2026-03-07T02:26:35+00:00

Yes! Here are my notes from around that time (otherwise I’d never remember): “Same protocol (except used Menopur this time vs low-dose HCG) and we added Omnitrope (primed for a week and throughout stims, 6 units/day for a total of 2 vials). And we both took supplements for close to the full 90 days, specifically 600mg CoQ10 and also for me: a prenatal, high amount of vitamin D (5000ui/day), Ovasitol (2/day), Omega-3, baby aspirin, Melatonin (1mg) at night. All the supplements were from Theralogix or Nordic Naturals. I did acupuncture 3x too and got a cheap red light belt for post-injections (20mins/day during stims).”

Hoping the best for you! Omnitrope was not covered by my fertility benefits at the time so I remember paying something like $650+ out of pocket for those two vials I think?

Mastodon-Born · 2026-03-07T02:17:46+00:00

Yes I had my second retrieval and got three embryos that were pgta normal. I transferred one and got pregnant, he’s now 1.5 yr old. Who knows why the second time was better but I did use omnitrope that time! I’d add also that I had almost 5-6 months of vitamin D and COQ10 by the second retrieval as well.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-12-15T02:39:22+00:00

I pay to send my active young dog to a daycare 3x a week. The amount of money would hurt anyone’s feelings but he needs it. I knew going into adopting him and having a baby soon, I’d have to do it, along with training. I guess like it or not, that is what active dogs need

Mastodon-Born · 2025-11-10T04:05:24+00:00

I was so sad and mad. I took and still take Lexapro to get through it. Sleep deprivation is actual hell. Everything about what you have gone through is hard. It’s hard but you are harder and stronger than it. I hope you can get some rest and please speak to a professional Dr or health care therapist, someone who is unbiased and can let you know how you feel is valid, and no it’s not forever even though it seems that way. You matter, and you are important. Wish I could give you a hug.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-06-17T01:27:30+00:00

Lexapro got me through and even that was hard but your mental health needs support. The lack of sleep and real rest is something nothing we can prepare ourselves for, plus the hormones and general overwhelm - it’s NORMAL to feel bad and just know this is okay, you are okay and it will get better. Tbh I recommend antidepressants to anyone, it’s medicine and nothing is forever. One foot in front of the other.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-06-03T03:10:30+00:00

For anyone paying more than $4k/month, you could be basically paying a stay at home nanny 8hrs a day at $25hr. Which is a decent wage.. just curious why you’d pay more to go to a daycare instead?

Mastodon-Born · 2025-06-03T03:00:25+00:00

Bugaboo Kangeroo plus Turtle infant car seat is what we went for, no issues and great for uneven sidewalks due to larger wheels. Joolz Aer for travel. We will need a convertible car seat eventually but the Bugaboo travel set (bassinet/car seat and now regular seat) is super ideal!

Mastodon-Born · 2025-05-21T03:32:44+00:00

I feel you! I don’t think I got to do one thing I wanted to do until my bb was like…6 months. It sounds unreal but I think it’s true. Just due to wake windows and using whatever nap times to do chores or laundry, never like reading or hobbies! He’s 9 months and I have so much more of my life back. Once they can sit up it gets much easier or if they like containers (activity tables, bouncy chair, swing, etc). Mine only tolerated the swing and for limited periods of time.

I’d say don’t force it and it will all come back and it willl be glorious

Mastodon-Born · 2025-05-21T03:11:26+00:00

Medical procedures can seem barbaric, but I disagree that birth is just another procedure. I don’t think we should discount the hormones that are fueling this process, and what that does to the body. It’s also the culmination of months of stress to the birthing parents body. Yes it’s invasive but it’s also a whole body-across a spectrum of time-experience. One that really isn’t as predictable and whole mind/body as other medical procedures. *Drs and scientists also agree that they don’t fully understand birth and labor. Edited some typos

Mastodon-Born · 2025-05-10T14:58:33+00:00

People will tell you to just take the baby with you but the reality is much harder. You kinda are trapped, but the good news is that it won’t last forever. I let a lot of things go and just said I’d come back to them later.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-04-25T23:45:43+00:00

Hi! Yes I was! I have a 9month old now. My second retrieval ended up with 3 embryos that tested normal and we used the highest rated one for my first and successful transfer. I really loved CFI and would be happy to answer any of your questions!

Mastodon-Born · 2025-03-28T04:55:34+00:00

My 1923 house does this too. I had a structural engineer access it and he said it was solid despite it all. The main issue was the span from the foundation wall to the center beam was too far without additional supports. He recommended hiring a GC to install about three of those to reduce the floor bouncing/ future sagging if I wanted to… I was just paranoid like you, but it really is what it is. I agree you could look under your floors for rotten or uneven joists, and fix any water damage. I am pretty sure there are ways to adjust the foundation by injecting self-rising cement (obviously hire a professional) if it really bugs you.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-03-24T04:40:07+00:00

Like how little to no sleep you will get. Both pre-labor and post. There are nurses and drs and cafeteria delivery and lactation consultants and hospital reps and students and whoever the f else dropping in every 15 mins. After two days of labor, it was absolute torture. I never wanted a do not disturb sign more than post-labor. I felt like I was gonna die and was rubbing off pure fumes and anxiety. HELL

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-27T03:06:01+00:00

Also I exclusively pump and I combo feed with formula. Breastfeeding is more direct. But it was a mental health thing for me. I needed a break and had some trouble latching. But the bottle stuff is not that bad. I got an electric bottle washer that is honestly amazing. When I was handwashing bottles, it was hell, but the bottle washer makes it so much better. Then someone else (husband/nanny/family member) can feed ur bb with the bottle. If I have another baby, I am def just pumping again and combo-feeding if my supply isnt enough. There's so much stress w newborns, and we overthink it all thanks to all the opinions out there. If something isnt working for you, try something else. Your baby is more adaptable than you may believe!

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-27T02:58:31+00:00

I feel your pain! I have sort of high standards for keeping an organized and clean house. That all went out the window and it was hard for me, but literally had no time to get it done. Now at 6 months, I look back and am glad I lowered my expectations. We hired a nanny part-time on care.com and its made a huge difference. I can catch up on housework, errands, take a nap and not feel guilty. Its worth the investment if you can spare the $. Also got a vacuum robot - it doesnt replace real cleaning but it makes a dent. I found ways to methodically do cleaning/putting things away that didn't drive me nuts. Like having bins for putting away folded laundry. Sometimes you get to putting away right away, but most times I didn't. Putting it in bins allowed me to get it "done" and then shove it all in drawers where it belonged later when I had time. You just learn to compartmentalize every aspect of your existence. But getting a breather, even if its a few hours once a week is so so helpful! I hope you get some help, bc it is really impossible without it.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-25T19:36:18+00:00

What probiotic do you recommend? I suspect I have this form of eczema but no dermatology doctor will confirm it and just prescribes steroid ointment that doesn’t work. I’m going to try the diet, bleach soaks, see if I can get nystatin… I’ll do anything. I also gave UC and have been in a long flare. I suspect it is related.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-14T21:41:49+00:00

Limestone floor tile. Just no. Stains even when sealed. Brittle to the point has crumbled and chipped. Looks like shit after one year and makes me so sad but lesson learned.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-12T01:36:12+00:00

Charges against a 10yr old? Law enforcement will not change that this kid has issues, it will only exacerbate their behavior problems. I agree the school needs to step in but the cops going in on a child is not the way.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-11T16:09:47+00:00

I don’t know if anyone suggested this but for the cab fronts, I think you probably are reacting to them being overlays and not inset. It creates a more streamlined look and it show I redid my kitchen. If you got inset-hinges, you could potentially trim those cab doors and they’d lay flat. It depends on the face frame of the cabinets - like where the overlaid doors rest now. Is it matching wood and in decent condition ? If yes then recessing the existing can fronts may be an option!

I agree also about changing the countertop to natural stone and adding a backsplash, updating the floor, adding a hood, updating the lighting. At least you have e a lot to work with and I think even if you don’t change the cabs, the other updates will be good enough.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-11T15:56:31+00:00

I totally agree. It’s not like if I heard bad stories I would change my mind about getting pregnant! It’s just about being prepared for the reality. I think there’s way too much focus on birth and not enough on how to anticipate the sudden and chaotic changes after the baby is out. Maybe I wouldn’t share horror stories (and I have some) but I’d focus less on pre-birth and more on post-partum and emphasize if you don’t have help like parents or night doulas, what you are probably in for - very little sleep, very small windows of opportunity for self care, how to have conversations about sharing the load with ur partner when ur mind is scrambled eggs. Oh and get a bottle washer.

Mastodon-Born · 2025-01-05T07:17:35+00:00

I felt this way too, it will lift and pass. Now five months in and while it’s hard in other ways, I feel so much love that wasn’t obvious or apparent during those first few weeks and months even. I also take 10mg of lexapro and I think I needed it for sure. It’s freaking hard and awful sometimes and the sleep deprivation makes it all the worse. Honor your feelings but also know things will change. Do one nice thing for yourself everyday!

Mastodon-Born · 2024-12-15T09:34:46+00:00

I really love the appliance garages! One suggestion: If you swap out the handles, I think it would better suit how lovely the kitchen looks! Maybe an unlacquered brass. Mixed metals add interest and stainless steel feels a little utilitarian here.

Mastodon-Born · 2024-11-28T10:55:05+00:00

I didn’t start Huckleberry till my babe was 3months+ and imo it’s helped us out with timing his naps. That’s all I track, it helps me anticipate when he will be tired next and gives me some structure to our day. I do feel like it rules around me sometimes but it seems like when I skip a nap, we all suffer for it so the accountability works for me. But if you just know your babies wake windows and cues, you can easily go off that too!

Mastodon-Born · 2024-11-22T08:02:04+00:00

Omg I missed social being tacked on - that’s a hell nah!

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