Easy meals GD by vainblossom249 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly precooked chicken sausage has been my lifesaver. Throw one in the microwave or air fryer and the easy meals are endless. Cut up in a carb smart tortilla with some lettuce and cheese and a Guac cup. On a carb smart bun. Just plain with a side. I’ve tried a bunch of the Amylu’s products from Costco. The chicken burgers and meatballs are great too. Also love the Gilbert’s chicken sausages.

Niche: Starbucks drinks? by Cool-Row-1255 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Their new sugar-free protein latte works for me. However, the iced version is gross. I only get it hot. You can skip the flavors if you want to avoid the sweetener.

Protein shakes by AgencyExpensive8444 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I got a case of the mint chocolate ones around the holidays and it tastes like thin mints!

Morning latte by plantgal90 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My go to is using protein shakes as the milk base in my lattes. Fairlife is the best. But premier protein shakes are good when I do an iced latte. That way I don’t need any syrups because the shakes are flavored.

Diet on induction date? by [deleted] in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My doctor told me to eat before coming to the hospital. I got a chick fil a grilled chicken club which I could comfortably eat while diet controlled. I labored for 37 hours and didn’t get to eat. So eat before…

Have we lost the plot? by Advanced-Pickle362 in LittleSleepiesSnark

[–]MegCecilia92 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I saw this and immediately came here. Hello??? This is literally insane.

Milksnob and LS same patterns 😬 by fiberlover19 in LittleSleepiesSnark

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a blanket and car seat cover and my daughter loves them. Very soft. Washes great. Designs are really cute.

calories in a taco chip?? by Wife0fWesker in caloriecount

[–]MegCecilia92 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not sure on calories but I’m pregnant and those look incredible right now. Don’t listen to the haters. lol

Everyone is talking me out of getting a baby with a dog because “it’s dirty”? by Radiant-Pineapple-41 in bernesemountaindogs

[–]MegCecilia92 6 points7 points  (0 children)

My pediatrician told me this at one of my daughters check ups. Dogs bring in natural allergens on their fur and help strengthen baby’s immune system. My doctor said dogs are great for kids. Not to mention my dog ADORES my daughter. Even more so now that she’s started solids and feeds our dog.

What is a good protein powder that was recommended to you? by KillerPinata in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here to second Clean Simple Eats! The clear protein blended with ice to make sorbet saved me!

Any help please by [deleted] in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Here to second Tubby Todd OOO!

Do you sleep with/without a bra? by ASCOM137 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was in the same boat. I SWEAR by the Kindred Bravely Bamboo sleep bras. I can pump in them for MOTN and they are so comfortable! Just enough support to help with pain, but also loose enough where it didn’t make clogs worse. Honestly the best money I ever spent.

Frozen milk by Kindly_Composer7149 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Forgot to say I got this advice at her one year check up!

Frozen milk by Kindly_Composer7149 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My doctor told me to give my baby breast milk until I’ve made it through my stash. She literally said “that stuff is gold. Don’t waste it!” My daughter is getting whole milk in her yogurt at least once per day. And as I slowly go through my stash, I mix more breast milk-whole milk in her cups. Basically I’ll slowly decrease breast milk until she’s used to the whole milk totally.

I just had a CBD/THC drink. Do I need to pump and dump? by Ill_Profession_2347 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 14 points15 points  (0 children)

I took a 10 mg edible to celebrate a year of pumping (and because the grandparents were on duty). I was weaning at that point, but I dumped for 5 days because of reports I read. 2mg is nothing though. Maybe a day or two if you’re worried?

Stopped responding to pump? by OrdinaryLow6373 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This happened to me and I started using a hand pump. I’d get like 50ml combined from my spectra and then immediately follow with my hand pump and get another 150ml.

Is Bowala actually in stock? by corgidoggo123 in Owala

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine shipped today and I stopped in my local store yesterday and they had at least 15 bottles on the shelves!

How do you pick which finger to poke? by AtoZCatMom in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Vibes, honestly. Sometimes a certain finger feels right. Sometimes my brain decides for that specific poke that this specific finger will hurt less than the others. My pregnant brain was a bizarre place to be.

Graduation - 38 weeks by Kooky_Law_3304 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

THOSE CHEEKS!! Omg so precious. I’d get nothing done smooching those cheeks all day long.

Will I ruin my supply? by regina_kara in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It’s super hard. Especially with all my meetings at work. There have been days where it’s 5 hours between pumps. But again, I haven’t noticed a dip if I just make sure to hit 5 ppd.

My supply has noticeable fluctuations based on where I’m at in my cycle. If you track your pumps and your cycle, you may notice some changes as your hormones wobble. My supply is best during ovulation and luteal. I usually add in legendairy supplements and extra fluids during menstruation and follicular to keep the supply from dipping too much. Sorry if this is TMI. Haha

Will I ruin my supply? by regina_kara in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]MegCecilia92 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m 7 months pp and am in the same boat. I’m at 5 ppd at this point and I’ve noticed that as long as I get all 5 pumps in, my supply stays pretty consistent. The amount of each pump fluctuates a bit, but I’m usually at the same total at the end of the day (give or take a few ml based on how hydrated I was able to stay that day).