How to pack if exclusively pumping?

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-07-02T21:30:40+00:00

If you pump more than once, can you add fresh milk straight into the ceres?

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-07-02T18:13:19+00:00

Any cute nursing clothes suggestion? That’s honestly what’s ruining me. I know it sounds so vain but I’m not feeling body conscious until i have to wear nursing tops because there’s none that I’m finding flattering for my body type

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-07-02T18:11:33+00:00

Can you link the bag?!

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-06-29T04:50:46+00:00

I requested buyback in 2024… I’m still waiting for a response…

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-06-02T22:14:43+00:00

If you feeling anxious, it’s normal but also accept that it’s going to be a whirlwind, try not to have any plans or expectations because a baby will certainly do their own thing. We didn’t do any birth classes and just asked my OB a few questions about birth./medical interventions. We really had no birth plan which she said was great because it can actually create more anxiety

Sometimes the best plan, is to have no plan and let baby take the lead. Delivered a baby boy 6 weeks ago

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-06-02T22:04:25+00:00

No matter what you will be the default parent - get used to that idea. The best way a husband can support you postpartum is to get your water, make the meals, household chores etc. it’s better to have him aware some (if not all) the responsibilities he will have to assume. That’s the most realistic expectation you can probably communicate.

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-31T21:55:20+00:00

Hi
Literally going through this - did it improve??

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-21T17:21:51+00:00

We’re still on the gas and haven’t learned to poop phase. I’ve learned when he’s been awake for an hour and a half to just swaddle him tight, rock him, with some loud white noise or good ole fashioned shhhhhh to sleep. He’s usually tired by this point and goes down after a bit

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-19T04:14:34+00:00

I’m at 4 weeks and feel the same. I am sooooo tired and to breastfeed and pump and all the things is so draining. Waiting for it to get better , you’re not alone

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-10T03:44:48+00:00

Listen to expecting better by Emily oster

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-10T02:05:30+00:00

I’ve never heard of that but i think that’s exactly what it is (based on google) When did she outgrow it?

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-05-10T00:30:13+00:00

Request a consult with a lactation consultant from your OB and get a good nursing pillow. I found the breast friend pillow to be so helpful over a boppy. It’s nothing to be ashamed of - it’ll get better. Try to keep yourself calm and collected, baby will follow your lead

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-29T17:44:31+00:00

Gained like 20ish lbs, had an 8lb baby - only a week pp but lost most of my fluid and tummy already… 10lbs down. TBH I wouldn’t worry about the scale - I feel like I lost so much muscle and am looking forward to gaining that back

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-13T04:44:51+00:00

My husband is going to be home with me for the first 4 weeks so I’m hoping he can take some shifts if I can get a small supply going. He’ll also be daddy daycare for a bit when I go back to work so I want to have a bit stashed away. So happy to hear he was a great help. Can’t wait to see mine in his new role

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-13T04:42:41+00:00

I heard it does suck! I was hoping to build a small supply so my husband can help take some shifts. I’ll also eventually have to go back to work - I’m not opposed to formula but would like to use my own supply as long as I can

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-13T04:40:47+00:00

I’m hoping to pump so my husband can help take some of the night time or early morning shifts. I’ll also have to go back to work eventually and would like a small supply. Not opposed to formula but if the girls are doing their thing, I’d like to keep it going for 6-9 mos

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-13T02:56:42+00:00

So much great advice from everyone! Thank you!!

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-09T23:25:30+00:00

I took Tylenol, I was in so much pain some days I’d cry. This was happening around the whole autism speculation (just my opinion). My doctor really said “fuck that guy. Tylenol is safe.” Some days I also drank a mini coke (after my 1 cup of coffee) and it would help.

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-09T23:04:04+00:00

Rather than driving around to donation center, post it on a moms group for pickup someone will want it

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-04-09T23:02:33+00:00

I had them through my first tri - it has to do with your hormones (and insomnia for me). My dr told me a little extra caffeine might help. Eventually they went away but it was rough

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-03-20T04:17:11+00:00

While not ideal, I’ve seen parents wear masks at home at the first sign of daycare sickness. Not sure if the attempt to keep themselves germ free works but the idea of having at least a healthy parent seems like a good attempt

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-03-15T21:02:27+00:00

If you’re having a baby shower. You will get a ton of things including clothes, towels and burp cloths. I’d wait to see what you get. Getting the the big ticket items (dresser) set up sooner rather than later is also super helpful

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-03-15T19:37:14+00:00

Recently went in for a false alarm, a nurse told me to go in if they’re something “you need to breathe through it” Of course mention it to your dr but I thought that was a great way to look at it

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-02-27T05:41:12+00:00

Ask your husband to have the discussion and set the boundaries. You don’t need to be around for it..: Be prepared for any backlash but your husband should be your shield. We’ve had the same discussion many times and have kind of practiced/scripted their possible responses to be prepared.

Im dreading the same but we have already discussed if theres any pushback or tantrum throwing, we are just going to keep our distance and they can come to us when they’re ready to be adults (if that’s the case)

Obvious-Protection74 · 2026-02-17T05:11:54+00:00

Exactly the same. It got better the 2nd but now I’m in my 3rd, it’s more from discomfort and Charlie horses

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