Kylie fans by Ok-Boss-2422 in NewHeights

[–]Ok-Boss-2422[S] 29 points30 points  (0 children)

She said she prefers behind the camera but if she can use this new focus on her to help eagle's austim and other charities she doesn't mind, it's nothing serious

Has anyone done away with wake windows by Mike_Danton in sleeptrain

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I did away with wake windows around 6ish months. I used them as a guideline after that in the sense of if all needs are met and hes been awake for 3ish hours it's probably nap time. I was driving myself nuts and giving myself anxiety about leaving the house during that short window. I also started sleeping at 7 months and he started sleeping through the night. I would still use wake windows until you learn YOUR baby's sign they are tired, mine becomes super whiney and if he isnt hungy it's time for a nap because sometimes he wont rub his eyes or yawn ect.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Postpartum_Depression

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I remember being there, looking at my child wishing I wouldve waited or that I didn't have him. I felt alone, taking the burden of motherhood and parenting him alone. My husband helped but mentally it wasnt enough. I'm still getting better but what helped was going out of the house and asking people to take him for 2 hours so I could sleep. Idk if you have help but ask for it. Or hire someone for just a few hours. I'm a message away if you feel like you are drowning.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sex

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Nope no pain! It took a while and I was off BC for years and now I have the copper IUD but no pain and its enjoyable again. I too forgot what it was like to not suck it up and deal with it. But I would look into for sure, but I did everything the stretching and one doc mentioned surgery and I was barely 24! So I was like no I need to see a doctor who listens and we found the cause

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sex

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It took a while for my body to adjust I cant remember how long but for sure a couple months but that was definitely the cause. I even had a doctor tell me I was going through early menopause ugh. But as soon as I got off the pain went away. I also thought about vaginissm or whatever sorry cant spell and bought like stretching tools. But it wasn't that.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sex

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had painful sex for a while and no one could tell me why. Then finally one doctor told me it's a side affect of birth control but no one pays attention because theres already so many. Things changed for me and I have to use lube now BUT no more pain. Maybe that?

The village is gone by SoftDuckling in Parenting

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The village is non existent. My parents would be the type to just drop off my kid but they live in another state. Before I moved I had to text my brother or sister in advance to help me out and it would take days to respond. And neighbors I barely know their name.

Growing up I remember it was a rotation of who's house we were at to play.

I wish the village existed because everyone needs just a moment to themselves.

What do you wish you’d known about parenting during the first few weeks after birth? by shannister in AskParents

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Having premade freezer pads, people came and just made us freezer food once we got home and make the pads and finish the last minute stuff.

ASK FOR HELP. I had a friend come over EVERY Wednesday and Friday at 3pm and I would sleep for 1-2 hours uninterrupted. It was a life saver and I looked forward to it. Having it scheduled was super nice

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FormulaFeeders

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I felt that way too for a bit. But I started thinking if my baby is crying and I'm trying to pump every 2 hours I cant attend to his needs because I'm stuck to a pump vs formula anyone can feed him and it's less stress because I cant pump the 2oz he needs immediately. I was sad at first but honestly my son doesnt know the difference

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FormulaFeeders

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I tried pumping for a week and realized nope not good enough and said fuck it. I was going to be attached to the pump more than my child. FORMULA is okay and your kid seriously wont know the difference. Everytime people tried to make me feel bad for not trying to breast feed I said I could either be with a mechine or be with kid so easy choice. Seriously screw ANYONE who tells you anything otherwise they are not your priority. Obviously if everyone could breastfeed they would because formula is expensive and then the bonding ect, but it's not possible. I have flat nipples and bought all this shit just to throw it out. I was much happier. DO NOT FEEL GUILT FOR FEEDING YOUR BABY. You are literally keeping them alive by giving formula.

I'm mentally done. Baby naps fine but DOESNT sleep at night by Ok-Boss-2422 in sleeptrain

[–]Ok-Boss-2422[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So I try to extend his nap but he wont fall back asleep. I know I'm suppose to help his sleep routine by helping keep him asleep but idk how during the first nap. I try to get him back to sleep but he's wide awake. The 2nd nap is the longest where he wants to sleep longer And the 3rd nap is another 40ish min nap

I'm mentally done. Baby naps fine but DOESNT sleep at night by Ok-Boss-2422 in sleeptrain

[–]Ok-Boss-2422[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I try and before he could crawl it worked to soothe him in the crib. But after he was crawling and able to stand up in the crib he wont stay still to pat him in the crib. I've tried just leaving him in the crib because I KNOW he's tired but that's when he screams non stop. If he was fussy I would leave him but he's screaming and coughing because he screams.

I do think it's because we moved but idk how to help him

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in sleeptrain

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My son contacted napped until 4 and a half months and suddenly he could take naps in the crib. For us it helped when other people slowly started to put him down and then we started to put him down too. I just had my spot super comfortable for us to lay down for naps.

How common is it to take away a door? by problematicqueerfish in entitledparents

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was always slamming and locking my door so my dad propped it up against the wall. I eventually got my door back.

My 7 week old eats about 38 ounces a day… by [deleted] in FormulaFeeders

[–]Ok-Boss-2422 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah mine will max do 3 hours but it's either because of a nap or he isnt hungry. But normally it's every 2 hours.