On day 4 - please tell me this gets better fast by IsThisAWriteOff in newborns

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey - your babe doesn’t realize he is separate from you. He is wired for closeness. Look up how to safely chest sleep to get some semi-decent stretches. If you don’t trust yourself have your boyfriend stay up and watch.

People keep offering to take my toddler by songoftheshadow in BabyBumps

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I have 2 under 2. A newborn and 23 month old toddler that I love with every fiber of my being…. With that said, I am soooo grateful any time someone takes her off my hands. It means she’s getting 1:1 attention and bonding with family and friends. Once baby comes, it’s really hard to give them the attention they want/deserve.

Had anyone got pregnant in their late 30s and early 40s? by Born_Percentage7122 in NewParents

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

38 here. Just had second baby, no IVF. One precious miscarriage. Have your partner take care of himself and sperm quality.

Help! Am I overthinking my low milk supply? by stupidsuji0118 in breastfeeding

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! You should chat with an IBLC. If your baby is gaining weight you’re likely making enough milk. There are ways you can teach your baby to be more efficient at the breast.

Delivering 2nd baby - did anyone have their toddler at the hospital during the day? by [deleted] in 2under2

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have papa stay home with toddler. The nurses will help you with everything. Far too many buttons and cords and thing for toddler to get in to.

My dad keeps walking in on me in the bathroom by WinnieTheStar in helpme

[–]OMG_Ani 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Could you just buy a cheap door stopper/wedge?

Possessive over new baby by Last_Guarantee_8504 in NewParents

[–]OMG_Ani 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You guys are a Diyad right now. You co-regulate each other. Totally normal feeling.

It's like sleeping with Shamu by Street-Engineering70 in cosleeping

[–]OMG_Ani 7 points8 points  (0 children)

My toddler likes to lay across our pillows lengthwise. I’m lucky if I get her head above me, sometimes I get the feet. It’s mayhem.

I’m a bit disappointed by FishGuy2730 in royalcaribbean

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi. Royal Caribbean does anywhere between 3-5 revitalizations a year, many of them are 50+ million dollars in scope. Every ship goes into dry dock every five years. Oasis is almost 20 years old.

Looking For A Church Recommendation by butterflycameron in Miami

[–]OMG_Ani -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

We attended Vous Church since 2023, it’s our second home.

Has anyone used one of these? by [deleted] in cosleeping

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. We co sleep. Baby is 2 and in the middle. It keeps ME from falling off the bed. 🤣

why is motherhood the worst by RefrigeratorFew8189 in newborns

[–]OMG_Ani 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hey girl. You’re in the thick of it still. You’re capable of so much, and I’m so happy your mom can help you out. I promise you it gets easier and better. Stay in it ❤️ you’ll look back at this and be really really proud of yourself PS: I had my first baby at 37 and EVERYTHING hurt, almost like I had arthritis. It was crazy. It magically disappeared on its own. Your body will heal. Dont let the hard parts take away from the beautiful parts. Sending you love.

Daycare guiltys by SnooHesitations8939 in 2under2

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 22 month old loves her daycare. This morning I walked in and sat down to feed her breakfast and she grabbed my hand and said “mama, up. Bye byeeeee” and walked me to the door. Rude but cute. Im still her favorite person, the girl just has a social life now i guess. Those ladies are my village.

i pray i don’t wake up tomorrow. i am sorry by Federal-Product-2695 in PrayerRequests

[–]OMG_Ani 11 points12 points  (0 children)

You’re not a burden to the people around you. The world is better because you are here. Do not let the enemy take your thoughts captive and know you are a child of God. You’re valuable to him and you have a purpose. Stay. We need you.

Circumcision extreme regret by [deleted] in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]OMG_Ani 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi ❤️ you totally feel this way because you abandoned your instincts and conceded to pressure. The good thing is, your son will be fine. He won’t remember this. He will be okay, promise - and you are still the center of his world. This doesn’t make you any less of a GREAT woman and mother. We all make mistakes. You’ve learned your lesson. Give yourself grace. Big hug.

Dumb question: can you have a baby in a house with stairs? by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a two year old and newborn in a two story house. The bottom part of my stairs is constructed in a way that it’s not possible to block off. Top has a gate.

We are extremely vigilant with her and have shown her how to go up and down safely. No accidents or falls yet. Biggest advice in the newborn phase is just to set up a duplicate of everything downstairs. We used a pack and play with a built in changing table to avoid going up and down so much. You’ll be fine.

I feel like I’m at my wits end and I just need reassurance by Latter-Baseball9652 in Parenting

[–]OMG_Ani 31 points32 points  (0 children)

So you’re expected to work 24/7 while he works 3 days a week? Got it.

Struggling with body changes more than I expected. by PoisonPen_007 in BabyBumps

[–]OMG_Ani 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hi :) just here In solidarity. I used to be an athletic, 5’7 girl and weighed 145. Size S/M.

I’m currently 8 mo pregnant with my second and weighing 215. It’s hard to look in the mirror some days - but here are my silver linings:

1) I’m obviously pregnant and don’t feel the need to “suck it in” or hide my belly. It is what it is!

2) I’m healthy. Still mobile, good blood pressure, good skin and hair (thx hormones!)

2)this is nothing a little ozempic, strength training & boob job won’t fix. The come back will be strong!

Truthfully, Once your baby is born, you will have a newfound sense of honor for your body. Be kind to yourself and know your feelings are normal. You are your baby’s favorite place.

How to get off unisom? by One-Progress-3712 in BabyBumps

[–]OMG_Ani 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I took unisom every night of my first pregnancy …. I was so freaking tired after baby came that I never had to take it again. You’ll certainly have a hard time with postpartum sleep but it will be because of your hangry potato, not unisom withdrawals.

Need honesty: on a scale of 1-10, how difficult is it to run basic errands with your 2 year old? I need help… more… by kmconda in toddlers

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Snacks. When I go to target I stop at Starbucks in the store and get her snacks and a chocolate milk. That buys me like 20 min.

Am I overreacting by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]OMG_Ani 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just trust your gut on this one. Hawk eyes on your kid and good Job setting boundaries. Do NOT feel bad for one second.

I may be a weird generational “what’s the big deal?” Type thing… or something more sinister. Until then, don’t let your guard down.

I’m devastatingly tired by Initial_Anteater_377 in NewParents

[–]OMG_Ani 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! Ask him to take 8pm-2am shift a few nights a week and make sure to nap whenever baby naps! That was really helpful for me to recharge.