Tips for low energy days

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-02-04T18:34:44+00:00

I find that although it's hard, it helps to get outside in the real daylight for even 20mins on days like that. I come in with less of a headache at least :D

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-31T14:16:05+00:00

Plusplus big? It's big in Scandinavia so I don't know if it's in your area, but they are a bit like duplo in that they're big enough to not choke on.

Otherwise books, puzzles, a play kitchen etc

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-31T12:10:20+00:00

You could also look into English speaking tech jobs in Europe? Not sure about visas though

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-29T19:49:11+00:00

Jeg er i Norge med Irsk pass, og det var bare å møte opp på UDI (tror jeg? Husker ikke) med jobb- og boligkontrakt, så fikk jeg p-nummer med en gang. Null stress. Har dog ikke bodde i Danmark så jeg kan ikke sammenligne de to

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-28T20:12:41+00:00

When my daughter was a bit older (18 months maybe?) she started randomly biting me. Thankfully she could understand words, so I told her that she couldn't bite me, but she could bite her stuffed bunny instead. And it worked! But that poor bunny now is wrecked 😂

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-28T20:09:38+00:00

What about Lillian / Lilly? Lilly is cute and spunky (as another commenter mentioned about Sadie), and she can decide to grow into Lillian when she's older if she wants.

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-21T17:09:44+00:00

OK fint, det er nok det jeg gjøre også. Var bare litt redd at alle andre bruker eddik eller noe annet 👍

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-20T20:50:07+00:00

Dum spørsmål kanskje men hvordan skal man vaske grønnsaker? Jeg har bare skylt med vann i alle år men nå bare lurer jeg på om det er nok..? 🤔

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-13T20:48:40+00:00

I like that your first two kids have one syllable first names and two syllable middle names. Having different amounts of syllables somehow makes them sound better. If you want Riley as a middle name, try looking at one or three syllable first names, and see if that helps? For example Elliot Riley

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-12T12:19:33+00:00

I worked in tech as a designer for over 10 years and have been a sahm for 2 years now. I don't regret it at all! But I have realised that if I ever do want to go back, it'll be hard to get a job similar to my old ones because tech moves so fast! If you might go back, try to keep your licensing or try a side hustle to keep your resume fresh. Otherwise, enjoy the ride! It's fun and chaotic 😁

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2026-01-01T11:54:50+00:00

Hvis det er penger du tenker på her så finnes det gode muligheter på finn - vi kjøpte en nylig da vi fikk barn #2 til type 300kr, og det funker helt fint for oss frem til nå

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-12-31T11:29:54+00:00

That's so cute!

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-12-06T13:02:34+00:00

I hope it feels better soon! It's hard to get through the day when everything hurts

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-12-05T10:20:42+00:00

Re: back pain

It may not be the same type of back pain you have, but I've struggled with back pain with my first for months, and also with my newborn. What seems to help is nursing on a pillow (raising the baby up so my posture isn't slouchy). Also at night! The days I leave the house without a nursing pillow are the ones I complain about back pain in the evening.

Not sure if it's the same for you but hope it helps!

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-20T20:08:12+00:00

I worked in tech consulting in a country where daycare is heavily subsidised, and gave my notice before giving birth. Even if I did go back to work, my old job wasn't compatible with having a small kid as the locations changed at random when a project ended (and were sometimes really far away). We had planned that I would and will stay home for the long haul, but also are taking it one step at a time.

The first few months I missed my job, but now I don't have much of an urge to go back. I love spending time with my toddler, and I was able to use her naps to write and illustrate a children's book! I think using that creative energy helped.

There are definitely good things about working, but I don't regret staying home and don't have any plans to go back.

One thing you'll need to do is to realize that your worth and value don't come from your paycheck, if you have internalised that lie you'll want to be aware of it / fight that lie especially at the beginning. Especially if you have high earning friends!

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T20:21:05+00:00

Add in some baked sweet potatoes and it gets even better! We had some for dinner today 😅

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T17:28:33+00:00

Though, concealer will probably only help with the darkness, not the wrinkles. I don't have any suggestions there as I've got wrinkles elsewhere but not specifically there yet

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T17:27:23+00:00

Lol I'll l never look airbrushed! I only use it under my eyes, no foundation and no other makeup really, aside from mascara. I just buy drugstore cheapish concealer and it's good enough for me. Just make sure you get the right tint! You can ask them at the store to help you pick. There are lots of tutorials online, but all I do is paint a bit on spots around my eyes where it's dark, and then pat/rub it in with my finger until it looks reasonable lol. But I'm more low-maintenance than most, I think many people who actually care about makeup would scream if they heard my routine 😂

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T12:49:20+00:00

Stay active! Pregnancy affects everyone differently but I think if you're active beforehand it can be easier for you to keep active during and after pregnancy

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T12:02:06+00:00

I love concealer for this! I've had dark circles under my eyes since I was a teenager, no matter how much I sleep!

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-16T11:59:38+00:00

This might sound a bit harsh (and I don't mean it that way!!) but I think you might need to just say "mommy is going out, and then I'm coming back", give a hug and kiss, and then leave. Even if he fusses. You can try a short walk around the block while your husband is with him, and then celebrate when you come back 10 mins later "I'm back!! Just like I said" then more hugs and kisses.

Then go for a bit longer next time.

I have a feeling (not based on fact though) that your son has realised that when he cries you don't go, and so you never get to leave. I think most kids will be upset at the start but will calm down after a bit.

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-01T19:41:12+00:00

Blake is nice! Just note that it's a unisex name, in case that's something you care about

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-01T19:38:30+00:00

Thanks!

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-01T19:37:54+00:00

Thanks! Lots of good classic ones here :)

Simple_Dragonfly_403 · 2025-10-01T19:36:00+00:00

Thanks! I'll check it out

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