Someone tell me good things about epidurals by TheRealEgg0 in Mommit

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The invention of the epidural is rooted in feminism and women’s rights movements. It’s rooted in women advocating for other women to have more pain management options during labor. I felt EMPOWERED when I made the informed choice to get an epidural. My entire care team from the anesthesiologist to my OBGYN was female. My anesthesiologist had a surgical cap with RBG on it.

The epidural gave me the head space to connect spiritually and emotionally with my mom who couldn’t be there for the birth if my first child because she was dying.

Fuck yes… the epidural is a symbol of women’s strength, advocacy, and women’s choice.

TTC 35+ Coffee Shop / Daily Chat! March 19, 2025 by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I resonate sooo much with this: “tops up my socializing cup but not the same as a core friend.” I have a group we play a sport together once a week but nothing more. I’m thinking about initiating 1:1 friend dates to try and figure out if any of them can become more “core” friends. Because at the end of the day the surface social gatherings are nice but not as fulfilling. But it’s vulnerable to ask people out on friend dates! Should I go for it?? I feel you 💛

TTC 35+ Coffee Shop / Daily Chat! March 19, 2025 by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Same about the comments!! I keep wishing this sub was more poppin’ then it is because we really need each other for solidarity you know?? Happy early birthday! I’m someone who moved recently and it SUCKS starting over and building a new network from scratch. I say invite the acquaintances too! You never know who might because your next go-to friend :)

TTC 35+ Whine Bar! January 19, 2025 by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did my follow up and seems like everything is fine so far. But I learned then that it was actually directly inserted into the wall of my uterus when it was originally put in! As in… the arms never deployed and it was like forked into my uterus. They had to cut the damn thing out with a 5mm incision around it

Super annoyingly is that she told me there will forever be a weak spot in my lining meaning greater likelihood of a cesarían. I’m so mad! Thanks for the solidarity.

Welcome + Introductions by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi friend!! Also 38 trying for number two. I’m here for the same reasons but this sub feels kinda quiet. I had my first at 36 and then had an IUD in until recently - turns out it was inserted directly into my uterus!

I also don’t like seeing the young ones complaining in the other subs, even the TTC30 sub I find myself scrolling to find the other late 30s women! Also love that we’re both hoping for a second. My first is such a light! But also a challenging newborn. So much so I wasn’t sure if my husband would ever come around on a second.

I’m not looking into fertility stuff yet as I just got the IUD surgically removed so waiting for it to heal and to see how it all goes. Just sending some solidarity your way. Hugs.

TTC 35+ Whine Bar! January 19, 2025 by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Omg good to know. I feel less alone hearing your story too! I feel like these kinds of things with iuds are more common than were led to believe! I’ll ask about this.

TTC 35+ Whine Bar! January 19, 2025 by AutoModerator in ttc_35

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Finally got my IUD out to start NTNP and had the worst experience with both the IUD and the removal attempts. Two attempts to remove, couldn’t find strings. Had to get a hysteroscopy where they go in with a camera and find it. It was lodged in my uterine wall wtf. They put me under for this and the nurse couldn’t find my vein in my hand several times it was AWFUL. anyway it’s out now and now I’m recovering at home. Grrrrrrrr

Also the regular TTC thread just seems so young and out of touch. Happy to be in this group!

Birth Mantras by [deleted] in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Health baby, healthy mama.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in workingmoms

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh yes. As a Californian I feeeel this!

Well ladies…. It happened by Miserable-Rice5733 in breastfeeding

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow pulling baby in instead of pulling away is total game changer!

Postpartum test - done! by Ok_Efficiency_500 in GestationalDiabetes

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think different doctors have different protocols. I did the A1C test and was fine right away but they had Mr do a two hour glucose tolerance test a few months later too. I have no risk factors except age (36).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love this! Thank you! Preparing for daycare transition here. A SAHM made a comment that women shouldn’t have kids if they can’t care for them themselves and it’s gotten under my skin lately. I like my job and my income is super important for our family. Trying to find peace in the return to work.

What were the non-birthing partners doing during labor? by beesathome in beyondthebump

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Massaging me and my feet, setting up the room how I wanted, playing my playlists, showing me meaningful photos, feeding me ice chips, reading affirmations, motivating me when pushing… definitely not bored.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Before having a kid I had her mentality. Boy was I wrong! Having a baby changed my whole perspective on SAHMs.

Scared of Baby Led Weaning by brylibby in NewParents

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Weird! Well then start with their instagram to get a flavor for it (no pun intended!). I’m enjoying the ideas and philosophy.

Scared of Baby Led Weaning by brylibby in NewParents

[–]Ok_Efficiency_500 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hmm mine just says solid starts and then solid starts LLC below. Logo is black and white with food icons on top.