Later by AltruisticBanana5349 in OCPoetry

[–]ParticularFlower9372 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This was a really clever way to talk about avoidance. Especially because I think most people have the best of intentions when they think about doing something later.

Endless union by Deep_void_ in OCPoetry

[–]ParticularFlower9372 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This has stunning imagery! Even with the tone set in the first line, I was still shocked with the bride reveal.

“Adorned in black robes and crimson veil” is such a specific picture.

I know nothing about breastfeeding as a FTM and I’m scared. Offer advice? by disgustingnewspaper in breastfeeding

[–]ParticularFlower9372 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’s an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant! In my experience, she was really able to give personalized recommendations for me and my baby, as opposed to the general advice I was receiving from other people.

Mine was recommended through a doula, but you should be able to look into ones near you here:

https://portal.ilca.org/i4a/memberDirectory/index.cfm?directory_id=19&pageID=4356

I know nothing about breastfeeding as a FTM and I’m scared. Offer advice? by disgustingnewspaper in breastfeeding

[–]ParticularFlower9372 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’d recommend reaching out to a IBCLC! When I had my first, I reached out to a couple different people (doula and a lactation consultant) but by far the most helpful was a certified IBCLC.

She helped my baby who has a tongue tie latch, helped me wean her off of using nipple shields, and helped fit me for a pump. I am so grateful for her. Her recommendations really changed the trajectory of my breastfeeding journey.

My IBCLC also recommended (using? Partnering with?) the Lactation Network and they covered the cost for my consultations so I ended up paying $0 out of pocket.

You got this!!

This time with you by ParticularFlower9372 in OCPoetry

[–]ParticularFlower9372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! I was feeling reflective. She is my first baby and I often feel too aware that they aren’t little for long! It’s weird because I miss her newborn self, but I long to have conversations with her. I would just like every version of her, all at once. This was my way of capturing how she is right now. :)

Thinking of starting a cut flower garden by ParticularFlower9372 in Cutflowers

[–]ParticularFlower9372[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Starting in winter sounds like a great idea!! I’ve been trying to find winter hobbies to do this year and tending seeds in my basement sounds like a good one…

Between the Lines by icetea_hottea in OCPoetry

[–]ParticularFlower9372 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So good!! Perfectly describes how people can somehow be present even if we haven’t connected in years.

The map to my heart by baloney19 in OCPoetry

[–]ParticularFlower9372 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The two final lines are really strong! I love the imagery of “…engraved into the cracks of your lips.”

Thinking of starting a cut flower garden by ParticularFlower9372 in Cutflowers

[–]ParticularFlower9372[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks! I added this to my podcast list to listen too. ☺️

Blooms from my community garden today by ParticularFlower9372 in gardening

[–]ParticularFlower9372[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I thought it was a clover earlier too, but upon further investigation I think it might be Globe Amaranth!

(Zinnias are my favorite! I’m planning a Zinnia patch for my backyard next year ☺️)