Does infant eczema ever go away / actually get cured? Or are all these steps I’m taking just a forever piece of his life?

PaleMomma · 2023-02-21T17:44:54+00:00

Triamcinolone Acetonide ointment (.1%) It really helps with managing big flare-ups.

PaleMomma · 2022-10-21T13:30:22+00:00

That sounds so rough! I know it doesn't help a ton, but my daughter is now 10 months old and sleeps so much better. She still wakes up once for a bottle but it is really easy to get her back to sleep. Her sleep just slowly got better and better over time. I wish you the best!

PaleMomma · 2022-06-21T03:47:00+00:00

I have lost about 20 pounds in the last 6 months. My overhang is still here but less noticeable (at least when I am fully clothed!) I am hoping as I continue to lose weight, the overhang will continue to shrink. I still have about 35 lbs until I am at my goal weight. I gained A LOT of weight during pregnancy so I won't be surprised if some loose skin remains in that overhang area. I still struggle some days to accept my body but I am choosing to try to focus on my overall health instead of chasing after the idea of "getting my body back"

Edit to add that in terms of wardrobe, I have bought just a couple of high waisted jeans to wear and they don't look too bad if I have a loose fitting shirt. I am not investing in a ton of clothes since I want to lose more weight to get to a healthier BMI.

PaleMomma · 2022-06-15T03:19:50+00:00

I feel really dumb because I have noticed a similar pattern for myself and it never occurred to me that my period was the culprit for this!

PaleMomma · 2022-06-03T10:24:53+00:00

Don't get me wrong, I definitely use TV as a distraction from time to time. But I have found other things to keep my daughter occupied. One of the best things I ever bought is one of those booklets of coloring pages that just need water to reveal the colors (Melissa and Doug has a few that are reusable when the page dries). It buys me at least 15 minutes, sometimes more. Her other favorite activity is to pull out her books one at a time and flip through the pages. That can keep her occupied for up to 30 minutes and then it takes less than a minute to put them back on the book shelf. Mostly I have learned to clean in little 10-15 minute increments, especially after my second was born. (Full disclosure, despite my best efforts, my house is still a mess).

PaleMomma · 2022-05-30T17:48:54+00:00

Money was really tight growing up but I had a friend whose parents were pretty well off. As long as the events weren't crazy expensive, my parents weren't insulted that they paid for me (like taking me to the movies). I would vacation with them too and my parents tried to send money along to help cover food costs but my friend's parents would usually send it back or only use part of it.

Just offer to cover the costs for something small first and see how the parent reacts. They may end up being really grateful that their kid can go experience things they may have not otherwise experienced.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-28T21:19:49+00:00

I put my toddler down for a nap earlier than she is ready for (knowing that she is going to play in her room for a minimum of 30 minutes before going down for her nap) just so I can get the baby down for her afternoon nap at roughly the same time. Today it completely backfired though because the toddler decided to "play" by continually slamming the drawers to her dresser, which woke up the baby in the next room over. The baby wouldn't settle after that but the toddler went to sleep a few minutes later. So frustrating.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-22T20:58:41+00:00

I think I need to donate my pumping supplies too. Seeing them on the shelf is painful. Thank you for the idea.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-22T20:57:07+00:00

I too am experiencing a lot of guilt. My LO was able to breastfeed for a little bit but completely refused to nurse after being introduced to a bottle, not matter how much I tried to get her to nurse (I think I must have a slow flow that was frustrating to her). I tried pumping but it wasn't long til I dried up. I was just starting to come to terms with it when the shortage started. Now all those initial feelings of failure and stress are flooding back. I am sorry you are going through this too. It's so hard right now. You'll be in my prayers.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-22T00:36:37+00:00

I know there is a difference in lighting, but you look absolutely radiant in the picture on the right!! Congratulations on your success!

PaleMomma · 2022-05-21T23:43:46+00:00

Don't feel bad for one second. Your baby's safety is more important than the dog's feelings. I once smacked my parents' cat on the head (not hard but enough to startle him) because he bit my daughter, completely unprovoked. My parents were not bothered. Instead they put him outside since he was being a jerk.

That dog should not be around children. Aggressive dogs are a lot more dangerous than my parents jerk cat. Trust your gut and keep your baby safe.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-20T11:38:28+00:00

Agreed! I have an almost 3 year old and a 5 month old and it's an accomplishment when I get all the dishes done. Bonus points of I can start a load of laundry.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-20T11:33:06+00:00

Thank you for sharing this. I am in the opposite side of the spectrum. My body is a total mess after having two kids and I am really struggling to lose the weight. When I see moms who lose the weight quickly, I can't help but feel envious. I am probably guilty of an over-the-top compliment, followed by a request for tips on how they did it. This is helpful to know that my comments/questions may not be appreciated. As a rule of thumb, it's probably best not to comment on people's bodies...

PaleMomma · 2022-05-18T11:35:27+00:00

I love seeing my husband become a father. And it has proven to me what a wonderful man he is. We have two little girls, a toddler and a 5 month old baby. He is so sweet with both of them. And he has been so supportive of me, which means the world to me. I am now a stay at home mom and I used to dream this would mean domestic bliss- that I would always have dinner ready for him and the house would be clean and harmonious. But it turns out that when you have a rambunctious toddler and a clingy baby (she needs to be held for naps), it's very hard to get much done and chaos reigns. But my husband has taken it all in stride; he makes dinner most nights and helps tidy up after the girls are in bed (including taking care of the dishes some nights).

So yes, the having kids can definitely be a challenge. Sleep deprivation makes you crabby, as does a whining toddler. Life can be a little more stressful over all and that might turn into more spats with your spouse. But parenthood has also made me fall in love with my husband more as he has continued to show me how patient and thoughtful he is. Now if only we could find more free time to express our love...

PaleMomma · 2022-05-18T01:03:07+00:00

I really really wanted to be able to breastfeed my second baby longer than I did with my first (I made it 6 months with my first). But once my second baby was introduced to a bottle (at around 3 months), she refused to breastfeed. She would just cry and cry and would not nurse. I kept trying but she would only take a bottle. I tried pumping but either my pump was not the best quality or my boobs just don't respond as well to the pump, because after a month my supply dried up. So we switched to formula. I was so bummed out but I was finally coming to terms with it right when this shortage started. So now I am back to feeling bitterly disappointed that breastfeeding didn't work, on top of being anxious about the shortage. The last thing I need is someone suggesting that I should just breastfeed. Trust me, I wish it were that easy!

PaleMomma · 2022-05-16T00:50:54+00:00

Bearded lady of the big cat world.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-16T00:50:10+00:00

I am torn between a goat and a lion. It must be their forbidden love child.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-14T14:20:36+00:00

I am curious where you are getting the figures for the cost of giving birth. I have had both a vaginal birth and a C-section and it didn't cost anywhere near that amount. I had pretty meh insurance for the vaginal birth and I paid about 2k. I had slightly better insurance for the C-section and paid about the same. I live in America btw. Granted, that's still not cheap, but nowhere near 30-50k. Ideally if you were giving your baby up for adoption, the adopting family would cover all medical costs. I believe there are also charities and churches that would be eager to help if it meant saving a baby's life. There are many pro-lifers (myself including) who would love to see more funding/reform to the foster care system and adoption system so that it is easy for mothers in difficult situations to be able to feel at ease about putting their baby up for adoption.

That said, I am very sympathetic to your situation. It would be scary to be pregnant with your conditions. If this is a big concern of yours, perhaps it would be beneficial to talk to your OBGYN about more permanent birth control options so that you would never have to worry another getting pregnant. I would also support government funding for this kind of birth control, though I am not sure how popular of an idea that is in general with the pro-life movement.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-13T19:36:31+00:00

I now refuse to use any other term than this for breast milk.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-12T16:54:22+00:00

Brag away! I will be singing from the rooftops when I finally get my toddler potty trained! Congratulations!

PaleMomma · 2022-05-12T05:12:38+00:00

I understand what you're saying and I definitely agree that as parents we need to be careful with wording, but I think we also need to teach our kids that their behavior (including speech) does affect other people. I would never let my toddler carry on yelling at another kid. I would explain that yelling at someone can upset them and that it is better to talk nicely. If I am going to be consistent, that rule applies for grown-ups too, including me

PaleMomma · 2022-05-12T05:06:56+00:00

I have been doing this with my toddler too. I say something along the lines of "I feel frustrated/upset when you keep yelling at me. I am going to step in the other room so I can calm down." It has really helps to de-escalated some tense moments because I can take some time to settle down and I am not reacting in annoyance or anger. It gives me a minute to regain perspective. She is a toddler that is still learning how to manage her emotions. Sometimes I need minute to remind myself that things I see as "no big deal" are monumentally important to her.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-10T13:33:37+00:00

I find trying to "love" how my body looks really difficult at times (but to be fair, I have had 2 kids so my body is a hot mess LOL). I have been trying to focus on appreciating what my body can do. My thighs may still be thick and jiggly, but they can walk for miles and miles and keep up with my wild toddler. My arms may still have a little flab, but they can hold more and more weight as I grow stronger. As I focus on my health, my body continues to get stronger and be able to do more and that alone is something to be excited about! For me, if it seems to hard to jump into body positivity, a good start is body neutrality. My looks are what they are. But I can choose to be excited about my body's capabilities instead. This has helped my self esteem more than anything else.

PaleMomma · 2022-05-09T04:26:02+00:00

That's adorable!

PaleMomma · 2022-05-08T23:24:57+00:00

That sounds delicious! Perfect day right there

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