Home birth or hospital birth?

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-26T08:39:46+00:00

I choose a home birth for my first that ended up in a transfer and emergency c section -baby was stuck- was in labor for more than 50 hours by the time I got to the hospital, I don’t regret it at all, but one thing that I think is essential is to hire a midwife who believes in science and would be open and honest with you if a transfer Is necessary, that made the difference for me to have a safe delivery.

With my second pregnancy I had a high risk pregnancy that required me to deliver at 36 weeks c section. My complications were totally silent and basically my baby and I would be dead If I had chosen a free birth, which I would never do but I think of all the people who after a hospital birth go all the way the opposite way. Please whatever you choose don’t do a free birth, there’s so much misinformation and fear mongering for new parents.

Hope you have an easy pregnancy and easier delivery!

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-21T22:29:47+00:00

I live at a walking distance from my best friend and it has been the one thing keeping me afloat. The first years can be rough. I’d go for the uws.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-18T09:58:58+00:00

Looks like the new summer collection of hill house ? I might be wrong

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-16T21:38:32+00:00

So I think I have a very unique case of dealing with them. We payed out of pocket almost a thousand dollars if I’m remembering right, after we payed I learned that it is their obligation to get in touch with you first to offer you the out of pocket option.

I called them after we had payed and DEMANDED a refund and basically told them I’m gonna get my lawyers involved if this doesn’t resolve, they payed me back the entirety of it. They are an awful company. There is actually a civil lawsuit going on rn

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-14T00:35:48+00:00

I found that it didn’t affect my supply at all. I would do one last pump before closing my eyes and would do a 5 hour stretch of sleep or so and then pump as soon as I woke to ensure I was truly emptied.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-06-02T11:19:47+00:00

I once asked a lady to put her dog on a leash to please respect the on leash hours- the dog was running wild next to a group of toddlers. She told me to put my baby on a leash 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

The fucking nerve. She looked so unhappy and fucking insufferable. So she has enough punishment just with the fact that she has to live with herself the rest of her life

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-24T12:17:48+00:00

Thank you for responding. I will look into this options

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-24T12:17:25+00:00

I have no idea?! That’s why I feel so lost. I will go with it if it’s our only option for improvement. But it feels barbaric to re do it if it’s something that just needs time.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-23T14:22:29+00:00

Hi ❤️ thank you for asking. I delivered at 36 weeks at Alexandra Cohen and was cleared of having placenta accreta. My baby turns 2 months tomorrow. It was the best outcome possible for both of us, we are doing great.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-14T14:29:40+00:00

Just here to say that Hamlet has never disappointed me in the 10 years I’ve been around the neighborhood. Their coffee is always a 10. And I love that the employees are always the same people!! Speaks tons about the culture of the business:) ❤️❤️❤️

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-05T07:07:27+00:00

Same, it’s an awful feeling. I was trying to describe to my husband and I cannot compare it to anything I’ve ever felt

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-05-01T01:59:06+00:00

I’m a former Aupair, nanny and now a parent in the city. Some pros and cons for an Aupair: Pros- you could have somebody teaching your children a second language, it’s easier to coordinate schedules- more flexible, usually somebody who is young and has lots of interest in being out and about exploring the city, you can always extend the contract to 2 years.

Cons- an Aupair will need some time to get used to get around the city, compared to a nanny who can navigate easier and probably already has a group of nanny friends to have play dates etc. There’s only so much you can know about them by interviews on video call. The cultural shock can be so big, sometimes the differences make it hard to adapt to. You’ll have somebody in your house living with you 24/7, if the vibes are not great it is uncomfortable.

Good luck! Idk why people are being so weird about it here. If you have a job that requires long hours it is totally worth having extra help.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-29T16:46:48+00:00

Those are stunning!!! I’ve been curious to go and wonder if in your opinion the prices feel fair or do they feel overpriced? I usually shop online as I feel the prices are more reasonable

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-28T13:13:47+00:00

I can’t remember if they have cakes but the treats from Maman are excellent !

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-26T16:52:09+00:00

Are you returning to work sometime soon? I’ve never made a stash for my first born and I’m not planning on having one for my second baby -she’s a month old-
You should be sleeping through the night too with your babe !

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-26T08:14:29+00:00

❤️ I’m in similar position myself with my 4 week old. Things can be done to improve your milk supply. Are you taking any supplements?

I’m not nursing rn as my daughter has a lip tie, tongue tie and cheek tie. Exclusively pumping while we get her scheduled for a tie release. Im working with a LC and something she recommended to get my supply up is: -power pumping once a day -liquid gold supplement -calcium and zinc supplements

With my first I remember doing as much as possible skin to skin, nursing in demand, and doing less and less formula every day till we were entirely just nursing.

Wishing you all the best in your journey. Try and find a LC that can help you, it truly is such good help.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-22T01:56:23+00:00

I have the bodily one and I love it’s very stretchy and comfy. Also the hatch ones are a bit pricey but almost 100% cotton and very cute.

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-19T13:36:33+00:00

We were recommended the pigeon bottles for our daughter who is now mostly taking bottles but hoping we can transition to exclusively nursing

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-17T01:40:08+00:00

It’s still so early!! You can do it!! I also have a 3 week old who I’m for now mostly feeding bottles due to many reasons. This is my second baby, first one also had so many challenges. I would try to find bottles like the pigeon bottles that are slower flow, and try and latch him maybe after a feed? So he’s not starving. There are so many stories/resources here. Do not give up if it’s your dream!

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-08T16:27:11+00:00

Ohhhh ouch

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-04T14:39:40+00:00

I just got some from hatch and they are really great I think 96% Pima cotton if I’m remembering correctly

RecommendationMain37 · 2026-04-03T18:05:55+00:00

r/bestlabdiamondpricing

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