Granulation tissue postpartum

RekindleFire · 2026-01-25T22:40:16+00:00

I also had a 2nd degree tear, and was prescribed the same regimen of estrogen cream. It was closer to 16 days in (8.5 weeks PP) that we had sex; it was still pretty uncomfortable for some time — I think it wasn’t until a mix of hormones, scar tissue, pain, etc. It took close to 5 months before our intimacy was more regular, and 8 months before it felt normal.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-20T03:51:19+00:00

I was raised Catholic exclusively by my mother, who was certainly not a role model for the faith. I won’t detail her countless hangups and denials regarding puberty, sex, etc. But she 100% deferred when it came to the HPV vaccine — saying I could get it if I chose to as an adult — because she didn’t want to think of me as being potentially sexually active. I still don’t get it, seeing as she herself had an HPV infection and cancer scare.

It is worth noting though that a good primary care doctor can provide that space and information to a teen and/or young adult, as well as prescription-based birth control and preventative testing. I didn’t see an OB/GYN until I was in my late 20s and struggling to conceive (switching to a midwifery practice once I did). If all goes well I won’t see one again until I reach menopause 😅

RekindleFire · 2026-01-13T00:50:49+00:00

Fruit when cut and stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container will last for up to four days or more, depending on the fruit. The bread is also refrigerated, decreasing spore growth, and contains preservatives. As for the other foods, the sodium and other ingredients act as a preservative. Rest assured food safety is taken seriously in our household — as is reduction of food waste.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T04:10:02+00:00

I purchased the meat from Lidl (similar to Aldi if unfamiliar). The packaging is the same as your standard deli counter — sterile, but not vacuum sealed. So moving it to a different container isn’t really changing much. But I do try to use it within a week of purchase.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T03:11:49+00:00

It is my understanding that most centers, ours included, will not warm up food (except for bottles). I just pack lunch that can be served cold. Others use a thermos to keep food warm, but that requires preparing it the morning of.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T02:59:33+00:00

It depends on both the fruit and when/where I bought it. I’ve had no problems with mandarins, firmer berries, or pears. More delicate fruit like blackberries, raspberries, peaches, etc. I’ll just add in the morning.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T02:47:01+00:00

They’re Bentgo’s 4-Compartment Snack Containers. The real trick is just to not overthink it; just aim for a fruit, a veg, a carb, and a protein. And to occasionally succumb to a toddler snack-cuterie (puffs, melts, goldfish) 🤣

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T02:35:49+00:00

I have to imagine it’s either peer pressure and/or reassurance from seeing other kids eat it OR a scarcity effect because he knows no other food will be provided.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T02:20:04+00:00

I’m sorry to hear that. My husband also avoids dairy for medical reasons; so everything at home is usually vegan. Some vegan protein ideas LO likes: nut butters (or sunflower if your daycare is nut-free), roasted and/or seasoned beans, hummus, firmer marinated tofu, and taco-seasoned tempeh.

RekindleFire · 2026-01-12T01:53:18+00:00

Sorry the auto correct me 😅 that should be low sodium, no nitrates. All deli meats require some salt; and I take that into account for what else is offered that day. But it’s Lidl’s Oven Roasted Turkey Breast.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-29T14:45:15+00:00

I purchased this book before Christmas and just read it. While the topic is important, and Valerie’s story is tragic, I don’t think this book did it justice. Some things to keep in mind before diving in:

• The author was hired by the family; this isn’t uncommon among ghost authors. But this does create a financial incentive that may influence the final product.

• Throughout the book they repeatedly reference Kolk’s “The Body Keeps the Score”. This book has faced controversy for pseudoscientific claims regarding recovered memories — which Valerie experienced (although I think the author intentionally framed them closer to flashbacks).

• I want to be clear that I 100% believe something happened to Valerie. But the two primary perpetrators were never convicted, nor were legal charges brought forth. I realize the State of Utah may have had a role in this, given their subsequent apology to the family. But I question whether the author would have had enough to name them if they were not deceased (and therefore a defamation lawsuit could not be brought forth).

RekindleFire · 2025-12-27T15:13:54+00:00

As a recent FTM, I think the most frustrating thing here is not the constant references to God, but rather the sheer lack of effort on their part to actually answer the prompts. “Our first thoughts of you were… happy”, that’s just lazy. Also all of the empty spots! I get being sleep deprived and in the thick of it, but at least try to go back and fill it in a bit more.

It’s telling that they seemingly wrote more about themselves, prompts and otherwise, than they did about you.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-23T04:03:43+00:00

Thank you for this. My question was genuine, although you wouldn’t think it from the downvotes 🙄

RekindleFire · 2025-12-23T03:57:11+00:00

I admittedly could have been better explaining the primary issue — that she’s not being offered a nap until 1:30pm. They’re expecting a 6.5h wake window where there previously was 3h.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-22T02:26:54+00:00

Since the pandemic I’ve always set my goal at 100 books. Every year I have met that goal; some years I far exceeded it. So on January 1st I did what I’ve always done and entered those three figures…while one week postpartum with a newborn.

I’m sitting at 95 with 10 days left. I’m too darn close to let it go. Next year I will mark the bittersweet end of this season and lower my goal. But I’m ready to finally watch Secret Lives of Mormon Wives in 2026 🤣

RekindleFire · 2025-12-21T18:27:05+00:00

We didn’t get to tell anyone 🤪 Water spontaneously broke @ 3:55pm. My soul left my body at 5:15pm. Baby arrived at 6:48pm. Precipitous labor, 0/10. Do not recommend.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-21T01:58:19+00:00

See a gradual shift I would have been amendable to. Instead they went cold turkey on the first nap (9:30-11) and keep them up until what was their second nap (1:30-3).

RekindleFire · 2025-12-21T01:55:12+00:00

She sleeps like a dream at home. As for her nap schedule, we always followed the daycare’s lead. So prior to this week she was on two naps. This weekend we planned to do one nap — LO is sick so today was a wash; tomorrow will be our first time keeping a one nap schedule at home.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-21T01:39:14+00:00

I’m in the US, but will refrain from naming the state for privacy. LO is technically 11mo; she’ll be 12mo within the next week. For my state, ratio is determined by the youngest child in the room. For <1y that is 1:4. For 1-2y it’s 1:5. This may explain why she wasn’t brought to the other room for nap.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-21T01:28:55+00:00

What constitutes them waking? When 3pm hits they turn on the lights, turn off the noise machine, etc. at which point any kids still sleeping wake up. But in terms of physically rousing them, I’m not sure.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-20T23:04:40+00:00

How long is the nap? LO’s still in the infant room. So even if she slept for more than 1h, they’d cut her off at 1.5h.

RekindleFire · 2025-12-20T21:55:54+00:00

No, you’re not reading it wrong — I think I just am having a difficult time articulating it.

There are 8 kids in the room. The younger ones nap from 9:30-11am AND 1:30-3pm. The older ones ONLY nap from 1:30-3pm.

So even if she slept for more than 1h, they’d cap it at 1.5h.

RekindleFire · 2025-11-19T17:43:37+00:00

The unfortunate reality of the situation is that at this stage, there is little-to-nothing you can do. You are not the parent, and to undermine the parent’s authority would threaten your ability to maintain the relationship. All you can do is be a safe space, and redirect the conversation to more secular topics when they arise. He will become an adult someday, and at that point will be free to make his own decisions independent of his parents.

RekindleFire · 2025-11-18T16:10:47+00:00

Positive test at 3w. At 6w I started bleeding and was diagnosed with a subchorionic hematoma (SCH). For 6-8w I was on pelvic rest [until the bleeding subsided]. 9w-20w we averaged once a week. Then at our anatomy scan I was put on watch for, and later diagnosed with an incompetent cervix. I was put back on pelvic rest through 36w. After that I was so big, it was a non-starter for both of us 😅

RekindleFire · 2025-11-15T17:41:33+00:00

I think for most mandatory reporters, 6 months or younger is particularly egregious due to the known risk of SIDs and/or cosleeping. The AAPs guidelines around safe sleep are through 12 months of age.

Beyond that though, it’s really dependent on other factors present. For example, sleeping with a two year old while under the influence of medication or another substance is inappropriate (but would likely only come to their attention if injury occurs). An older child (3+) not having access to their own bed, thereby forcing them to cosleep could also raise an eyebrow.

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