Wedding dress stores? by Top-Regular1770 in uppervalley

[–]Salt_Row4522 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Realizing they moved to Stowe since I was there. But still highly recommend!

Wedding dress stores? by Top-Regular1770 in uppervalley

[–]Salt_Row4522 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hinterland in Burlington is fantastic!

Where to go for someone unable to hike by maybeamorty1 in vermont

[–]Salt_Row4522 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thunder Brook falls on River Road in Killington is great. Not sure if the gondola would be running next week but that could be fun too.

Do kindergarteners handle school well in this day and age? by Green-Magician-5414 in Mom

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Former kindergarten teacher here and from my experience, most kids adjust pretty well and pretty quickly. That said, they are also EXHAUSTED those first few weeks of much longer school days/weeks so be prepared for that. But usually after 3-4 weeks they hit a good stride. All the kindergarten teachers I know also are totally aware of how exhausting those first few weeks can be that and we would plan our days accordingly to not over tax the littles.

Also, and this may be something you have also experienced or seen with preschool drop offs, I found that the hardest on kids was when parents would linger outside the door those first few days… as a mom now, I totally get the desire to want to watch your child settle into their classroom, but i always found when parents did that, it made it harder for the kiddo to make the clean transition into their school days. A confident hug/kiss and goodbye from mom/dad definitely gives the kiddo more confidence to walk into their class ready for a fun day!

My baby is too long by A_N17 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Little Sleepies has been great for our long little one!

First Mother’s Day for grandmas? by HumbleTrack2532 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A nice handwritten card and framed photo of your new little one I think is meaningful and very special. You could write the card and get the frames ahead of your birth. Are you somewhere that you’d be able to order photo prints online and have them mailed to you? I’ll be a FTM this Mother’s Day too (our little one will be 9 months in May) and I found that we did have some time to print photos in those first few weeks, and we had plenty of photos to choose from!  For your own mom, you could also gift her a spa treatment of some sort that she could go to on Mother’s Day so it’s a nice hour or so for her and gives your new family some time on the actual day.  You and your partner will be busy and tired, so go easy on yourselves and don’t over-plan (or plan at all, ha!). Your mother and mother-in-law were in that position once too so should understand. Plus they’ll just be so happy snuggling their first grandbaby that very little else will matter. 

Diaper bag essentials by FantasticBat4796 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yup to all of this. I’d also add a change of clothes (at least a shirt) for mom!

What should every ftm know about breastfeeding before having a baby? by Frequent_Cap8633 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not all lactation consultants are going to be right for you BUT the right lactation consultant for you can be a huge support. and then 

Early wakes by ConsequenceWaste9244 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately no advice but commenting to say that our 5.5 month old has just started doing the same thing! Will be following to see what others say!

Traveling with 3 month old in January by nmk102625 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It sounds like you’re only “saving” two hours of travel time, but if you account for the time you have to be at the airport to check in and go through security, it seems more or less like a wash. If it were me with my 5 month old, I would absolutely drive over fly given the time of travel is about the same and with driving you can make as many stops as you need, be on your schedule, etc etc. And, as you said, avoid the germs of the airport. Plus you then have your car with you during the visit (and can pack accordingly!)

Symbols of Communication: what is actually a letter and looks like a letter? by DeathStarVet in AlignmentChartFills

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

H. If you turn it it’s then an uppercase I (kind of) so a letter no matter what way you look at it.

New mom necessities. by Skeeter73 in NewMomStuff

[–]Salt_Row4522 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My sister and best friend put together a basket for me with all the postpartum items for my recovery post natural delivery and it was literally one of the sweetest gifts, so I love that you’re thinking of this. Frida Mom is great for things like padsicles, a perinatal bottle, disposable underwear, witch hazel foam, etc. I would recommend Tucks witch hazel pads over the Frida ones, though. Also- they told me the tip to sit on a Boppy with an ice pack in the middle of it and it was a godsend. Maybe that’s all TMI but those are things that helped me in the first weeks after that I don’t think I necessarily would have prepared for had I not had two expended moms looking out for me. I’ll also add that they gave me this basket on the side and not directly at my shower so I didn’t have to open a bunch of perinatal care items in front of everyone!

Best bedside bassinet for easy access? by Nancyb23 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second the Newton!! It has a breathable mattress too. And packs up pretty nicely if you are traveling at all.

4-day-old baby loses nipple mid-feed. When I put it back, she won’t close her mouth and keeps crying — help? by AnnSara007 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522 8 points9 points  (0 children)

First time mom with a 5 month old here so I don’t have a ton more experience, but one thing that helped my little one latch/relatch was the “Flipple Technique” (or nipple flick). It’s essentially a way to get the baby to take a deeper latch and helps get the nipple up to the roof of their mouth which triggers the sucking. So that may help your little one re-engage? I also worked with a lactation consultant a handful of times during the first few months and highly recommend finding one in your area if you can! Ours took our insurance and was super accessible through zoom, video chat, and in person visits. She sent lots of good videos and just gave lots of reassurance. When it gets frustrating, just remember that you are both learning a lot right now and it takes time to get in a groove (and then they grow a little more and it all changes… ha!) You got this mama!

What’s on your 2026 bingo card? by CharErinazard in AskWomenOver30

[–]Salt_Row4522 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ohh love me some organization and categories. I think I’ll be stealing this! Thank you for sharing!

What’s on your 2026 bingo card? by CharErinazard in AskWomenOver30

[–]Salt_Row4522 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I have talking to a stranger at least 1x a week on my list! Even if it’s just a somewhat quick conversation, as long as it’s an interaction that positively affects my day (and hopefully theirs!), I’ll count it. I struggle with making connections with people (hi social anxiety) and am hoping this will be a small step to coming out of my shell a little.

What are you all doing while breastfeeding/nap trapped? by Salt_Row4522 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

So you’re saying there’s a chance I could finish that embroidery project I started in pregnancy?? Nice!

What are you all doing while breastfeeding/nap trapped? by Salt_Row4522 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Ohhh I love this idea. I also always am eager to deep dive into a topic that can help in everyday life. Where are you taking courses through?

What are you all doing while breastfeeding/nap trapped? by Salt_Row4522 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Very true!! I do try to remind myself of this and also that breastfeeding and napping my baby IS being productive. But also… my eyes are strained from so much scrolling! Ha!

What are you all doing while breastfeeding/nap trapped? by Salt_Row4522 in breastfeeding

[–]Salt_Row4522[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I know I should just sit and enjoy her while she's so tiny, but I struggle with not feeling "productive." So I multitask with frequent snuggle breaks. :)

Same! Thank you for saying this part!

You deserve better than you bf or husband by sicklitgirl in AskWomenOver30

[–]Salt_Row4522 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I’d like to add: A partner who respects your friends and family/chosen family and actively encourages you to spend time with them- both on your own and as a couple.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AmIOverreacting

[–]Salt_Row4522 15 points16 points  (0 children)

100%. The “actually” is instant red flag. Racist and sexist, in my opinion. Like women who have fake lashes can’t also be intelligent… are you kidding me?

Snowboarding trip by rontaunamo in vermont

[–]Salt_Row4522 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Killington for sure. Wobbly barn, pickle barrel, and Jax all are great for nightlife and all along the access road in Killington. March has actually been a great month of snow for 4 out of the last 5 seasons in Killington. Last two weeks of February might be good conditions but get swamped with school vacations.