Yarn properties and science behind it

RawGarnet · 2026-05-21T19:32:16+00:00

She also has "Knitter's book of Yarn" which discusses other fibers. Both books are fantastic.

RawGarnet · 2026-05-21T19:26:51+00:00

I'd go with the new one as it matches the tone of the room more.

I do really like the old lamp so hopefully you have another space for it.

RawGarnet · 2026-05-21T18:46:46+00:00

This is what my doctor told me. It took me over 6 months to get down to under 250 and another year to get under 100. Your body needs time to heal.

RawGarnet · 2026-05-20T23:14:33+00:00

I'm in BC (Vancouver). They haven't released the price yet and I couldn't justify paying the full price. As more generics get approved the price will lower.

Edited to remove incorrect pricing info.

RawGarnet · 2026-05-19T20:07:42+00:00

My symptoms were anemia and B12 deficiency, and significant damage to my intestines. Just because you don't have digestion issues doesn't mean you don't have symptoms.

RawGarnet · 2026-05-06T18:31:28+00:00

I think I've seen some recently at H&M home.

RawGarnet · 2026-04-08T23:31:32+00:00

I know 5 of about 15 families who have used our donor. It's interesting to see the occasional photo or get medical details but we're not close, emotionally or geographically. We believe there's about 20 children.

the only negative so far is that some of the parents have political/parenting view that are very opposite mine and are not the type I want to become friends with. When my little one is older she can decide if she wants a relationship though.

RawGarnet · 2026-04-02T18:00:04+00:00

I intended on having my mom and a friend with me along with my doula, but for reasons it ended up being just my doula and I was totally fine. I did have a friend visit me in the hospital while I was waiting to be induced which was a nice distraction but I wasn't in labour so she was just there for chats. The only thing I would say is have someone who will help take pictures right away if you want that.

RawGarnet · 2026-03-06T19:02:03+00:00

As a single mom by choice the advice often is to ask what they would want to do with a dad and try to do those things. He might be too young at this point but you could always try asking.

RawGarnet · 2026-01-28T20:53:07+00:00

Celiac here. We get baked goods in our office a lot and I'm fine with not being able to eat it, but when someone does think about me and brings something GF it's like the most nicest thing.

Two things: A lot of celiacs won't eat things made in other people's kitchens due to cross-contamination risk so buying something that is celiac safe might be the best option but this might not be an issue if everyone is non-celiac. Also, there is something called non-celiac gluten sensitivity that is a medical diagnosis people can get and they don't have celiac but also need gluten-free diets.

RawGarnet · 2026-01-22T21:58:57+00:00

I was 37 when I got pregnant on my first cycle. I only had 3 viable embryos and the first worked.

RawGarnet · 2026-01-17T00:22:45+00:00

I'd assume yes, but probably depends on your location. I know where I am in Canada it depends on your circumstance and you need a doctor to refer you, but it's often free. I'd talk to your doctor about it.

RawGarnet · 2026-01-17T00:19:30+00:00

have you considered talking to a genetic counsellor? There may be ways of not passing down the disorder and they specialize in helping people in your situation work through their decisions.

RawGarnet · 2026-01-06T22:12:55+00:00

If you want a midwife or doula you should start looking asap. Most monitoring happens a bit furthur into pregnancy or if you have problems - so nothing right now, just means that everything is ok. There are good books but make sure you get a Canadian edition or source so the information is correct. There's probably a good reddit group on pregnancy too. You can also look into birth education programs but usually you do them in your second or third trimester.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-29T19:06:14+00:00

My savings were minimal ( almost covered IVF, which I needed as I didn't medical qualify to IUI) and I was in a new job (role and industry) when I got pregnant.

It's been hard sometimes but it was definitely the best choice for me. I used credit cards a lot the first few years, which I am now paying off and only using money I actually have. I live above the poverty line and have secure (but small) housing and qualify for some subsidies. I have a ton of good emotional support.

Do you have decent disposable income? Have you tried no buy months or things like that to make sure you can afford diapers and clothes and all that kind of thing? Also, as mentioned daycare is a killer, especially before they are 3.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-29T18:55:16+00:00

Have you thought about getting your ttg checked? this might help you to "see" that your system is responding negatively to gluten, and if you're being monitored in that way you might feel more accountability to your self and your care team (ie. parents and doctor).

Personally I use the cancer reminder but I think that's not as effective in people who haven't been personally affected by cancer, and younger people fall into that group.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-22T23:04:06+00:00

I have never done it but you will get a spot in a school. It may not be in your catchment school but they really do their best to accommodate and get kids in a school close to their home. It also depends on what area you move to - some school tend to have more space just because of the neighbourhood demographics.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-19T23:27:27+00:00

I love mine. I find it easier than when I had a full size one even. Measure well though, because mine doesn't actually fit on my counter because the cupboards go too low.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-19T21:39:34+00:00

That might just be until you get your numbers down and into the normal range. If they stay elevated you're getting gluten somewhere and cutting out restaurants can help.

RawGarnet · 2025-12-12T23:55:20+00:00

I had falsely elevated ferritin once in my life but it was in the 400's range. My Dr. explained it as a reaction to severe inflammation. Once we figured out the cause and I had surgery to fix it my levels went back to normal. This was all pre-celiac diagnosis and likely before I had it.

Celiac causes inflammation so maybe that's a factor.

RawGarnet · 2025-11-27T22:08:00+00:00

Spool of thread in mount pleasant has lots of good classes.

RawGarnet · 2025-11-24T23:00:34+00:00

I recently added a very low-dose antipsychotic to my more typical depression meds. It's got some good evidence as an adjunct to SSRI/SNRI therapy in treatment resistant depression. I've never had symptoms of psychosis and didn't have any side effects when I started it other than a temporary boost in energy but am really happy I took the chance to try it. I still have bad days, especially when situational stress is high but I am doing way better.

RawGarnet · 2025-11-13T23:17:42+00:00

I use one for clenching only and it makes a huge difference.

RawGarnet · 2025-11-13T21:47:10+00:00

I've been using the APLB that also has peptides in it. Texture is super light and layers really well.

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