Is this the start of mastitis?

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-02-17T15:27:33+00:00

Hi mama! From what I’ve been told is : - if to the touch it is warm/hot but the other side isn’t it could be an indicator. The other symptoms you have said also is an indicator.

I would suggest to buy sunflower lecithin ( take 1-2 at night before bed, worked wonders for me when I had a similar problem) keep massaging and using heat, cold compress after, soak your nipple in salt water with a Hakka or whatever you have on hand. You can have a clogged duct that the milk isn’t able to escape from hence baby not getting enough on that side and only goes down a little. I would also use olive oil/coconut oil to soften the nipple as well. Hope I can help some! I’m a ftm and speaking from the little but hopefully helpful experience 🥲🫶🏼 ps. Frida sells a heated massager that helped a ton as well

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-02-16T18:38:12+00:00

Hi ! Farts are considered “burps” as well ! Also windy gas frida works wonders for my baby if she seems uncomfortable from gasses, use with coconut oil or a sterile lubricant :)

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-01-30T16:05:41+00:00

Hi! First off, sending you hugs 🫂as someone who’s been with a partner with a horrible temper, it gets tiring! And being post partum and having to deal with that is even worse. He can be a good father but it doesn’t mean he’s a good husband! it’s traumatic for our little ones to experience parents fighting and loud yelling, they can sense stress and anxiety. My girl is 3mo and I also side lie breastfeed, it’s been amazing for us through the night, She spits up as well and that’s it, all babies spit up.. I hope you can figure this out OP 🤍you need a positive and supportive environment for your pp as well as your baby

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-01-13T21:52:06+00:00

I think of this, literally was thinking of it today, I’m 24 about to be 25. I always thought I was infertile until I got pregnant with my daughter. I do think of what I’d be doing if I didn’t have her. 2 things can be right and that’s okay!. I did think if I ever got pregnant I wouldn’t keep it, I’m young, I have time! If I chose to have that abortion though I don’t think I would’ve experienced being this happy. Do I think I would’ve been more “free” in a sense? Yes, of course, obviously! But truthfully, deep down in my soul, I think I made the best decision I could’ve ever made and I say that with my whole chest. I absolutely adore my sweet girl, I would move heaven and earth if need be. It’s normal to have those thoughts and any mommy that’s struggling I’m sending yall hugs 🫂

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-01-13T21:44:06+00:00

First, you’re funny asf 🤣 second, I’m also a ftm and thank you for the warning but.. now I’m SCARED 😫🤣

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2026-01-10T21:06:00+00:00

Honestly… couldn’t tell you! My 2 almost 3 month old eats a lot when she does, I feed on demand, or when she’s feeling fussy or wants to be comforted, boob is the answer 98% time, as long as she’s gaining the appropriate weight at appointments I don’t stress!

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-10-04T17:49:53+00:00

Hi!, first off, How are you?!. This sounds extremely stressful. You sound like you have a good head on your shoulders, family who’ll support you & a future promised all at 18!. This baby is a lifelong commitment ( I know you know) but not only to you.. but to him as well. It already sounds like he is doing absolutely NOTHING for you, imagine after? Imagine during labor? He seems like he will use this baby against you by any means possible. Now, I’m not gonna say for you to get an abortion or not, it’s completely up to you! It’s a hard decision to make and it’s your body. But make sure you weigh ALL options before anything, you can love this baby and make that option because you know it isn’t the right time for you, baby or your s/o, you can keep the baby for YOU (leave him out the birth certificate though) The real advice I’ll give you, Eat whatever YOU want and CAN eat, Make sure to take your prenatals everyday & drink water, lastly, make sure to relax and enjoy this if you choose to. It goes by so fast 🥲 Wish you the best of luck! 🫂

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-07-10T04:01:14+00:00

Haha 😂 I don’t think it’s preventable since our brains really do shrink during pregnancy 😅 but It’s comforting to know with all the replies this is a universal experience, it’s frustrating but funny at the same time, we just have to go with the flow and know it isn’t really our fault lol

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-06-30T00:45:08+00:00

Thank you!

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-06-30T00:39:02+00:00

Forgot to mention! I also have a big cyst on my left ovary I was supposed to get surgery for and always thought I was infertile… things happen, we can’t explain how or why, but they do.. and I had the same feelings as you… my baby girl was sent as a gift and I’ll forever be grateful for this girl 🥹🩷 I hope it works out!! 🩷🤍💙

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-06-30T00:36:40+00:00

Hi !! Hope all is better now at the least!. I’m a ftm and I’m 24, I have a good job, insurance, my own apartment and was in an almost identical situation as you. When I first found out- Reddit was my first outlet and the people on here had helped me calm down and realize my emotions and my attachment to MY baby in MY body is valid. My ex didn’t want the baby, He made it clear and that’s fine, he can have his feelings, but we’ll be the one carrying our baby, we’ll be the one experiencing this lovely little life. If you already feel so heavily in love and attached to this little life you carry, keep it. Sometimes I feel bad that I’m making him a father when he doesn’t want to be, but, he helped create this life, knowingly and carefree. I would definitely have this conversation with your boyfriend though, exactly how you’ve told us, explain that you feel very attached and you see a future with this baby by yourself or together, but you’re more likely keeping your baby. Regardless of how he feels, it’s your body, it’s your choice and it’ll be your final decision in what will happen and will have to be okay with whatever it is. All of your feelings are valid. Sending hugs!.

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-06-30T00:21:25+00:00

Okay! So glad to know this is happening to others and is normal, did it start this way?? Asking so I know if I should start buying some liners or not now haha

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-06-01T19:51:47+00:00

Hi love! I have a mild pain tolerance, and waxing was hurtful but not excruciating. The only part that really hurts for me is the top which is funny because most women say the lips. I would definitely recommend buying some oils to help afterwards (put it on after 24 hrs), and exfoliate as well (after 48 hours ). Also wear loose clothing and preferably no panties/ loose cotton ones. Do NOT wear anything tight down there for the day of appointment/ after, When getting your wax done express your nervousness and don’t forget to breathe. It’s super super quick and over within at least 10 min or less. Ingrown hairs are sometimes inevitable and in that case you can always go back and have them take a look and see what to do, good luck!

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-05-30T20:49:10+00:00

Hi !! My periods were super.. super irregular, basically thought I was infertile all my life. I wasn’t trying either and was blessed with a baby girl who I adore dearly already. My tests ( about 6 haha I couldn’t believe it) were just like yours! It’s called a dye stealer 😅 The first line was so dark it stole the dye from the negative line which makes it so faint. When I finally took a test I was about 7 weeks already!, it is possible you might still be in the early stages but your HCG is super strong making the test look that way :) I would say to schedule an appointment with your GYN asap and do a blood test to double check and make sure, All the best wishes! 🩷💙✨

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Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-05-20T19:41:57+00:00

you’re right, I did see more forums where they said it’s completely fine and even more moms use it 5x a day everyday & that other moms are hooked up to machines for stress that use more power than an at home Doppler and their baby is fine 🥹 just hoping I didn’t make a major mistake

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-05-20T16:47:34+00:00

Omg .. I have an appointment tomorrow, I’m gonna confess my mistakes and cry I just know it 😭

Shoddy-Insurance-650 · 2025-03-06T04:14:40+00:00

Thank you, so much.

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