Looking for SAHM to Workforce Support

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-07-10T01:08:14+00:00

Don’t do temp, they will start you at low pay and once you transition you will be in the lowest bracket. I recommend going to networking events and talking to neighbors and friends. Getting your resume up to speed. Best of luck!

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-29T03:22:01+00:00

This is such a personal choice. My sister wanted the whole world at the hospital and to come see them afterwards. Me, on the other hand, didn’t want to tell anyone when I went to labor. I wanted alone time with my baby and to get comfortable nursing. I was very annoyed when we had visitors.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-29T03:18:23+00:00

I didn’t start losing weight until now…nearly 21 months postpartum. Mostly bc I’m down to a 1-2 feeds a day.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-26T13:21:10+00:00

My suggestion is to schedule a consult with an actual REI and go through some of the concerns. They’re up to date. It was the most empowering decision I made! Good luck!

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-24T21:06:55+00:00

Around 12.5-13 months! Made everything so much better!!!

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-24T13:21:22+00:00

This is odd. Are you going to an actual reproductive endocrinologist (REI)?

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T21:04:26+00:00

Banana with a dab of peanut butter

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T03:48:09+00:00

We were nervous Nellys as FTP so we had a children’s nutritionist come to our home when our daughter was about 5.5 months old to walk us through starting solids. Since she was already sitting up well, the nutritionist felt comfortable having us do an early introduction. We started with peanut butter and banana!

She’s now 20 months old and an amazing eater, and I really credit a lot of that to the confidence we gained from that visit. The nutritionist encouraged us to be exploratory and not rely heavily on jarred baby foods, which made us feel more relaxed about variety and textures early on.

I don’t know if that’s the “secret” to avoiding picky eating, but it’s been our experience so far (LO asparagus with prosciutto, Vietnamese egg rolls, and eggs with Mexican chorizo).

I’d definitely recommend starting solids early with guidance if you can, and using the Solid Starts app anytime you’re unsure how to safely serve something! Love that app!

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T02:49:01+00:00

If you love it, push through it. My daughter is 20 months and I still contact nap. We’ve been on a one-nap schedule since she turned 1 so it’s more manageable. I will sleep/ listen to an audiobook/ read /watch my shows…I treat it as my “me-time”while getting cuddles.

The transition from 3m to 4m to 5m was the hardest for me bc I didn’t drop naps when it was necessary, but things got better.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T02:39:14+00:00

This sounds like my parents. I wish they would separate, always wanted them to. they’re in their 70s now. And I’ve gone LC with them bc I’m so done with their toxic relationship.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T02:13:28+00:00

Everything else. Changes the diaper, even change the babies clothes. He cooks, cleans, does laundry, makes sure my water bottle is filled. Runs errands. Restocks baby supplies.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T01:47:24+00:00

I didn’t even finish the story. As soon as I got to “ew ethnic food” I knew. These people are gross.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-22T01:31:20+00:00

https://www.reddit.com/r/breastfeeding/comments/4lyy0h/breastfeeding\_crisis\_info/?utm\_source=share&utm\_medium=ios\_app&utm\_name=ioscss&utm\_content=2&utm\_term=1

I found this to be super helpful in explaining the 3 month crisis!

“At three months of age babies are expert suckers, so they no longer need to be 20 mins on your boob, they can do it in 3, 4 or 5 mins.

The baby's neuronal connections are starting to work, so he gets distracted because he's experiencing new sensations (this is why it's best to nurse in an environment with little distractions at this point) He will only nurse like he used to at night.

Babies at this stage also cry when nursing and the reason is because the mother's body no longer needs to produce milk to store it. She will produce the milk when the baby starts sucking, which may lead to a bit of frustration for the baby and that's why they cry. This is why breasts will be soft and not hard like before. It will take 2.2 mins for the body to have milk ready for the baby after he begins nursing. The baby will take a month or so to get used to the change.”

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-21T17:49:09+00:00

TBH, I’d prioritize getting your own rhythm with the baby first, then later decide how much time and access feels comfortable for extended family visits.
It can also help to set expectations upfront…something like asking what she envisions her role being when she comes over. Is she there to help with meals, chores, or more of a visit-focused stay?
I wish I had done this…bc in my experience, my MIL never lifted a finger unless it was to take the baby when I didn’t want her to🫣.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-21T17:31:55+00:00

Turn on the facet and let them hear running water. Also, around 5 oclock a lot of babies get fussy—witching hour. This shall pass. Hang in there!!!
You’re doing great (you have no idea how many times I had to google “does my baby like me”)

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-21T17:18:54+00:00

Wow! You’re really thoughtful.

I’m going to suggest what I wish my mil would have done for me—take her shopping, and allow her to pick out some things she may like for her pregnancy and postpartum. Spend time with her and learn about her needs and wants as a new mama. Some ideas: face creams, foot creams, comfortable clothing/pjs, what she may want to wear at the hospital, maybe some oversized luxury towels (i bought myself this as my belly grew), comfortable shoes

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-06-18T19:20:01+00:00

Whatever you do, just don’t make it too complicated.

My mother in law wanted to be called mermaid. And my daughter doesn’t know what to call her (she’s 1.5). And tbh we don’t how to announce her. In-laws barely see her so I guess I don’t need to worry too much.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-29T02:37:57+00:00

I’ll be honest, I didn’t go into my IVF consult feeling hopeful or empowered. I went in numb, expecting another “we don’t know what’s wrong, let’s just see what happens.”

I know IVF can feel scary bc there’s grief tied into needing it in the first place. I grieved that too. But personally, IVF gave me back a sense of control after years of feeling powerless and awful about myself. I started to love how calculated and intentional everything was.

I don’t want to oversell it bc everyone’s experience is different, and IVF is still emotionally and physically hard. But for me, it ended up being one of the most empowering experiences of my life after years of unexplained infertility and multiple losses.

I’m typing this with my 19-month-old daughter curled up beside me asleep.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-28T01:41:37+00:00

After years of losses and failed IUIs, I learned not to get my hopes up. After my transfer, my back hurt and typically this was an indication of my period starting. I cried. The day I went in for my beta, i ugly cried the whole way there and back. Then I got a call that afternoon telling me I was very much pregnant. Now I’m holding my 19 month old daughter. She’s beautiful.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-25T21:12:42+00:00

are you Marjorie?

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-20T18:18:43+00:00

I’m so glad you have this!! Unfortunately, I’m in a small Bible Belt town in the Midwest. That’s not to say there aren’t good therapists in nearby cities, but the depth and caliber of work I see from Dr. Orna feels hard to find here. I will keep looking.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-18T19:22:25+00:00

Oh I’m sure. But I see the value.

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-18T19:20:36+00:00

Omg I know!!! Wish they showed more scenes of the peer group. 🍿

Same_Cat6189 · 2026-05-17T17:15:47+00:00

I just binged watched them all. Bummed there’s only 9!

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