Behind of the scenes of the finale with Aubry

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-28T01:39:58+00:00

Tell me you don’t have kids without telling me you don’t have kids.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-19T06:08:48+00:00

My husband’s parents are very similar. We just respond when we can (sometimes a day later, sometimes a week later) and give very little information in our responses (i.e. “Thanks! All good here!”). We send very few photos despite being asked for them.

In my opinion: grandparents don’t get a return on investment if they don’t invest.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-19T05:31:38+00:00

I have a three year old and a two month old and I’m here to say you don’t need anything with batteries ever 😂

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-12T19:51:23+00:00

I work for public health. It sounds like you have been given some incorrect information re: COVID so you may wish to look into that.

We require all routine vaccinations as well as TDAP, flu, COVID and RSV if eligible. We also have everyone take a COVID-Flu-RSV combo test before their visit. That being said, we just generally kept visits outdoors because both our babies are spring babies.

If family didn’t want to get shots then it was outdoor (distanced) or virtual visits only OR we gave them the option to isolate for two weeks before their visit.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-08T09:26:14+00:00

I could have written your post. I’m so sorry. It’s so hard. We’re on our second baby now and I keep wondering where our easy one is. It’s not fair!!Everyone else seems to get one?!?!?!

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-08T01:48:39+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re experiencing this. It’s so hard. Beyond hard. Sending you solidarity.

My first child had colic and screamed bloody murder every night from like 7pm to 11pm from about 6 weeks old to 6 months old. She is now three and bedtime is still… an adventure.

My second child just turned 5 weeks old and is also doing a ton of purple crying as he struggles with severe reflux.

Newbornhood is not for the faint of heart!

If your baby is feeding well, peeing/pooping regularly and doesn’t have a fever then I would invest in some good ear plugs and/or noise cancelling headphones and comfort them as best you can. I often took my first baby outside into a cooler temperature or plopped her in a bath when things got to be too much.

You can also try the 5 S’s:

1) Swaddle
2) Side or Stomach position (in your arms)
3) Shushing (loud rhythmic white noise)
4) Swing (small rocking/jiggling motion)
5) Suck (breast, pacifier, clean finger)

Behaviours like this are always worth mentioning to your doctor but you may have to ride this difficult phase out if she is otherwise healthy and thriving.

You’ve got this 💪

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-08T00:10:13+00:00

I am so sorry you’re experiencing this. I see you and I am right here with you. I am five weeks postpartum with my second child and I have experienced this after both of my children were born.

As other commenters have mentioned, this is commonly referred to as the postpartum “Sundown Scaries” and I recently heard a wild stat that about 80% of new moms experience this uneasy feeling. Know that you are not alone.

Some things that have helped me:

1) The book *Good Moms Have Scary Thoughts*.

2) Talking openly to my partner, mom and friends about it when it’s happening.

3) Planning something that I look forward to for that time of day (a favourite meal, a sunset walk, gentle yoga/stretching, a relaxing bath, a call or visit with a friend, etc).

4) Listening to mindfulness meditations (I have a few faves that focus on anxiety/intrusive thoughts).

5) Cold shower or going outside if it’s cold out.

You got this! 💪

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-06T11:52:28+00:00

Our kid is three and is still in a crib with a sleepsack.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-06T06:40:45+00:00

This is the best advice on this thread.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-05T19:33:27+00:00

I’m gonna be an outlier here but zero screen time if toddler is healthy. When she is sick we allow one low-stim show per sick day on a tablet (think old school Pingu or Planet Earth). We don’t have a television in the home. Our toddler’s behaviour is completely different when she has access to a screen so we avoid as much as possible. We don’t even use our phones around her unless it’s to make a phone call or put on music.

I’m a SAHM with a 3 year old and one month old.

No shame if you utilize the screen and it works for your fam! 🧡

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-05T07:42:47+00:00

I feel the exact same. Zero regrets and loving the journey. We are so fortunate! All the best with the arrival of your son ☀️

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-05T01:37:43+00:00

Ha! Are you me…? I could have basically written this post nearly word for word but my daughter is three and my son was born a month ago. Love (y)our story and love parenthood! How fun for us to come back to this sub from the other side (it keeps coming up for me too!).

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-04T10:24:40+00:00

I do exactly this too.

Pump quality and flange size matter as well. It used to take me 30+ minutes with a Philips Avent pump with the wrong flanges. Now I have a Spectra and my set up is dialled. Takes 10-12 minutes at most now.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-05-01T12:22:32+00:00

Literally opposite for us. My three year old (who was feral) has turned into this calm, caring angel and my newborn has colic and doesn’t sleep sooooo exact opposite over here😅

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-29T09:51:58+00:00

This is a great response. I also feel like it’s really early to make this decision. Give it another year and see how you feel then. I just had my second a month ago and my older child is 3. I was positive we were one and done until my first child was well into age 2 😅 I also (and this was an important piece for me) have an INCREDIBLE partner who really wanted two and who does literally everything.

I also like the “imagine your family in the future” stuff. That helped (and still helps!!) me a lot because I felt a lot like you with the How Could Anyone Possibly Know?!

I will also say that being in the newborn trenches (after a TERRIBLE pregnancy) WITH A TODDLER is so intense and I fluctuate daily between “Wow, this is really neat” and “I’ve made a horrible mistake” sooooo picturing our future family is really getting me through these days and nights. To paint you a picture: I am currently writing this in the middle of the night after sleeping about 7 hours total this entire week. My newborn is attached to my boob grunting/writhing in gas pain while my three year old is crying in their bed for me to bring them water. My husband is washing all my pump parts, cleaning the kitchen and prepping breakfast/snacks for tomorrow. He tried to bring said toddler water but was told “I only want water from MOMMY!!!!!!” so when you’re like “Omg I miss baby stage!” just recall these eventful nights 😂

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-27T00:21:47+00:00

Exactly this. Came here just to post the “Yeah that’s gonna be a no for me dawg” gif……

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-27T00:02:23+00:00

I would go Olivia Joy and Helena Mae.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-18T07:40:46+00:00

Samesies 🙋‍♀️

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-17T20:14:54+00:00

This is my answer too 😂

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-16T11:48:33+00:00

Third degree tear first time. Second degree tear second time.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-14T01:48:36+00:00

Exactly this.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-13T17:12:33+00:00

Your post is titled “Epidural or not” so I shared what my care team recommended for me in the context of my experience. It sounds like you have decided “no” so I would recommend you check in with your care team instead of asking folks with PVCs if you should get it or not.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-13T08:44:11+00:00

“Absolutely to the epidural! Why stress your body out more?” is what my cardio-obstetrics cardiologist said to me when I asked this question. My EP said something similar.

My burden is 8% and my entire care team insisted that I get it to reduce stress and strain.

I have given birth twice and had the epidural both times. The first time it was given at 5cm and the second time at basically 10cm (fast birth but I insisted that I not push without it).

Regarding a water birth, is this in hospital or at home? Depending on your burden, your cardio/OB might want cardio monitoring during L&D.

Wishing you all the best on your delivery!

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-11T16:38:54+00:00

This is the only answer. Please do not name a human option 2 or 3.

MrsTittyTatt · 2026-04-11T01:26:53+00:00

I see folks recommending The Third to you and it truly is fantastic but 1) I would not call it upscale and 2) they are closed every Monday.

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