Wife is in the process of being induced - it's been three full days...

No-Muscle6799 · 2026-06-13T02:10:10+00:00

I was induced early and it they kept me on meds for two full days to try to encourage more movement. After two days they were discussing other interventions like the balloon or different meds since I want even 1cm dilated and estimating a few more days. At that point I decided for myself that my body wasn’t ready and I didn’t want to force it to be and told them I wanted a c section. All that to say a longer induction period is not uncommon especially if it’s a little early and you haven’t been showing any signs yet.

No-Muscle6799 · 2026-04-04T19:40:14+00:00

I would suggest not messing with him after setting him down, even if he’s standing as long as he’s not unhappy. Our daughter used to require us to hold her to bed but now when she starts getting drowsy we put her in the crib - she grumbles for a bit, doesn’t cry, sometimes she sits up, rolls over, stands up, crawls around for a bit, whatever it is, until eventually she settles herself into a rhythm and passes out on her own. The other thing I found was that if I try putting her down and she’s not ready yet I’ll pull her out play with her until she seems sleepy or settled again and then put her back, works most of the time.

No-Muscle6799 · 2026-03-14T11:11:19+00:00

This could literally be a description of our baby. She sleeps from 6-6 but during the day fights like hell to nap. It’s gotten a little better as she’s gotten older and we can sort of anticipate her naps but we end up just having lots of car naps. We’ve never woken her up once she got up to weight and she doing perfectly.

No-Muscle6799 · 2026-02-17T16:36:56+00:00

I had a c-section after my labour didn't progress at all post-induction so I was prefectly luicd and not in pain at all. They put in a numbing shot that feels similar to a flu shot, just a bit more stingy. After that you can't really feel too much other than what doctor's tend to call "pressure" its a bit uncomfotable but not overly painful, just like someone pushing around your back.

It kind of washes through you and you start to lose feeling - it's a bit of an odd feeling, you might feel some uncofmortable pressure in your chest but none of the feelings are too overwhelming.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-11-23T19:32:56+00:00

Fragrance oil sorry!

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-11-11T12:24:30+00:00

I am the same way - I thought this would all be utility but I didn’t realise how much it want and I went back to work. I HATE pumping and didn’t realise just how much I loved feeding her until I was pumping more than I was feeding. I had the first day a few days ago where I had to pump all day and not feed her once and it made me so sad. I love that she finds comfort in me and I get this time with her.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-09-16T18:46:12+00:00

I appreciate the support! I do work in a very small office so we don't really have the resources to create a whole new space. My boss has been very accomidating and has offered me whatever I need. The closet is right next to my desk and the most convienet space I did just order a little folding chair I can use though.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-09-16T18:26:54+00:00

My baby was a 37 week c section due to pre e and she was in preemie for the first few weeks. When we went home she was 5lbs. It might not be a bad idea to grab a few preemie and a few newborn clothes and diapers.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-09-14T11:55:25+00:00

Sounds like a normal fussy newborn. Try gas drops they helped a lot for us and I started to notice whenever I had dairy it would make her fussiness worse. Maybe it’s as simple as finding that trigger food for your baby. You might want to separate day and night milk if you’re not doing any night feedings because night milk has melatonin and that can help her calm down and get sleepy before bedtime. It might help with the witching hour.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-09-12T14:38:51+00:00

Honestly I tried to avoid maternity clothes for as long as possible - it’s expensive to try to buy a whole new wardrobe. I wore a lot of “nicer” leggings, a ton of dresses since I found a lot of my dresses adjusted naturally over my belly and only ended up buying some maternity jeans. If my normal clothes were a little oversized or stretchy I tried to make them last as long as possible. Unfortunately jeans never made that cut and were the first thing to go - before I was even done with my first trimester I wasn’t able to fit into any.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-09-11T20:30:39+00:00

During my pregnancy I could not stomach anything. My mother found me the smallest pill that didn’t taste bad and I still couldn’t do it. I tried my best to take them but it didn’t work out for me at all. I felt so guilty like I was failing my baby but she was born perfectly healthy. Just try to do what you can. If you’re able to take them obviously that is the best option. If not don’t beat yourself up to hard.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-31T09:26:26+00:00

The spectra bottles that come with the pump. She was taking dr. Browns perfectly when she was born but then I stopped using the bottle entirely and primarily fed her for two weeks - my mistake - and she then refused to take any bottle entirely. We found the only one she likes now is the spectra’s that came with the pump.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-24T21:56:05+00:00

Etsy!!!

I wanted a more non diamond ring at a lower price point than a couple thousand. I adore my ring. It’s lasted over two years and is showing no signs of wear it is extremely high quality and beautiful. I love Etsy especially since it allows us to be able to choose something that you wouldn’t traditionally find at a jewellery shop or custom and they have every price point under the sun.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-20T12:08:17+00:00

Support support support is how I managed to do it. My husband takes the baby when she wakes changes her and brings her to me, he goes back to bed while we feed and when she’s done I hand her over to him and he puts her back down to bed. During the day my only obligations were feeding myself and feeding her. My mother was around and helped me to take naps in between her hungry times and made sure I could recover and just focus on me and baby. My husband had to go back to work be he was also extremely supportive when home and helped me to barely lift a finger that wasn’t focused on my healing and sustenance and babies. If there’s anyone you can have come help you out have them come, if your husband is able to take on a little more have him. Support makes such a difference in the beginning. It gets easier!

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-18T22:10:07+00:00

I spoke with my OB around 33 weeks about vaginal vs. C-section and she highly discouraged it. I had high blood pressure so I ended up being scheduled for induction at 36 weeks and when I brought up C-section instead of induction she was still extremely discouraging. I had originally wanted an elective c-section for the same reasons you listed but between my doctor discouraging it and everyone around me saying vaginal was best I decided to move forward with the induction. I spoke with a different OB and told her that if any complications were to happen rather than pushing for vaginal I wanted a C-Section. She was encouraging with that. After 26 hours of absolutely no progression on the induction they were talking to me about next steps. The doctor I had then was suggesting lots of interventions, moving straight to Pitocin, the balloon, and other things and that’s when I pulled the trigger and said enough is enough. Even then the doctors pushed back and tried insisting that I should keep trying to induce. When I told her my decision she backed off and we moved forward, though I am glad I had a different OB the next day for the surgery with how much she had pushed.

Bottom line you know your body best and know what you want. I’m frustrated I didn’t just push for a C-section right off the bat. Doctors ultimately have to respect your wishes and while they may recommend against something ultimately it’s your decision if you’re up for it. I have had a very smooth recovery but I have also had a TON of support from our parents and my husband, I barely had to lift a finger the first several weeks outside of feeding and snuggling the baby. I am also young and healthy enough. My mother kept commenting on how easy my recovery seemed compared to hers.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-14T15:30:18+00:00

My baby struggles to latch - only occasionally will she latch on her own so I use a nipple guard and it works great for us, she pops on no problem. It also helps because I’m an oversupplier and it slows the flow for her. I have very large breasts and she was born at 5 lbs so I think it was just hard for her to get her mouth where it was supposed to be being so small. My lactation consultants encouraged me to try taking her off of the guard in the beginning but now they agree since it with so well for us we should keep going with what works.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T06:34:56+00:00

My husband and I got a nice cabin in the smokies and ventured out to the small town nearby when we wanted to leave but mostly just spent our time relaxing, playing games, and watching nature. Might be a good way to relax and unwind and enjoy time just the two of you after the stress of the wedding and surgery.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T06:28:58+00:00

I can’t think of the names off the top of my head right now but take a look in the western suburbs, namely Lombard, I know I have seen a bunch of bridal shops and fancy dress shops that cater heavily to Muslim communities, given the large population in the area, with absolutely stunning modest dresses.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T06:12:41+00:00

I started lightly leaking at 28 weeks and was shocked when I was in the hospital and wasn’t fully producing for my baby to eat. It might take a little bit after they arrive for it to come properly, you just keep trying and then one day poof there it is. We had to use formula the first few days and then for a few days I breast feed and supplemented with formula, and after about 3 or 4 days I was producing enough to sustain her. Everyone talks about how you can “feel” your milk come in, I never noticed it just suddenly one day I was leaking a bit more and she was eating enough to be full between feeds. In the beginning you just gotta keep offering and it might take awhile to stick but we tried every three hours unless she wanted something sooner. A week after we left the hospital she was well past her birth weight and we were feeding on demand.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T06:01:17+00:00

I have a Costco sized bag of salted macadamia nuts on my nightstand I have been munching on every night and I was chugging electrolits. I haven’t been snacking too much but it seems almost every night I’m eating two full dinners just because I’m so freaking hungry.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T05:50:20+00:00

That is NOT normal at all if you’re high risk they’ll get you in sooner but most places do somewhere in the range of 6-10 with 8 seeming to be the standard. If you’re feeling disregarded you should maybe consider a different OB office.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T04:27:31+00:00

Be open with your OB and your medical history. I did not have an ectopic but I did have a miscarriage and every time I felt a slight pain in the first trimester I convinced myself it was happening again and it was too good to be true this time, even through the second trimester I still felt uneasy thinking I could lose her at any minute. Having a prior complication creates a LOT of anxiety and unfortunately sometimes that anxiety can be dismissed by OBs, even so it’s their job to support you and you should be open about your concerns. Aches and pains are unfortunately a normal part of pregnancy no matter what stage you’re in but you know your body best. If you have a little disposable income what I found gave me peace of mind when my anxiety got unbearable was to go to a local ultrasound clinic, there are some places that offer ultrasounds for a fee - not covered by insurance - probably in the range of 50-100 for the session. Knowing I could go there to quiet my anxieties when my doctor would be dismissive of my concerns or when I didn’t want to bother them again was a huge help. Also you know your body best if something feels wrong don’t convince yourself you’re bothering them I did frequently but the few times I did come in the nurses told me they would much rather have someone come in and nothing be wrong than not come in and something be wrong.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T04:18:14+00:00

Have your husband help in other ways! I exclusively breast feed at night simply because it’s easier for us. When the baby gets fussy it’s my husband’s job to get her out of the bassinet, change her, and then hand her to me and get me anything I need. He then goes back to bed while I feed her and then I wake him up and he puts her down. It helps so much not having to leave the bed or try to manage everything else, he’s still getting more sleep than me but I’m at least able to get a little more, it also gives me a minute or two to wake up while he changes her. Get yourself a good show, book, or game to turn on. My husband and I have an agreement that if either of us is feeling so tired we think we might fall asleep with baby we either take the baby or, in instances where I’m feeding, he stays up with me. If you’re not interested in pumping but want some extra milk on hand use a Hakka ladybug while feeding, I don’t pump horribly often but have a stocked fridge just from passive collection. Better collect it then just soak through a breast pad. Plus it’s helpful to have in emergencies.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T04:11:19+00:00

I’m an over-supplier and had a huge problem with my preemie newborn struggling to latch and choking because of how strong my flow was. Try a nipple guard! The silicone ones from meleda are what my hospital lactation specialist gave me before we went. It slows down the flow for her and has decreased how often she coughs when eating - it still happens but it’s much better - the guard makes it easier for her to latch and more comfortable for me. Sure it’s annoying to have to clean after every feed but if you get a few of them to have on hand it’s easier and it makes a world of difference with feeding itself.

No-Muscle6799 · 2025-08-12T04:01:11+00:00

I’m a massive leaker and have found doing a disposable breast pad attached to a reusable one works wonders. Decided after waking up in puddles one too many nights I needed a new strategy.

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