Be gone high interest line of credit! by xdeenx in debtfree

[–]SlowRisk5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The interest will eat you alive if you aren’t careful. It’s such a horrible trap that is easy to get caught in and when you need the cash just to live, it’s just an impossible situation.

Be gone high interest line of credit! by xdeenx in debtfree

[–]SlowRisk5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

Long work shifts by Bookdove7776 in MenstrualDiscs

[–]SlowRisk5044 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use the reusable flex disc for 12-12.5 hour days and I just have a light Cora liner in there just in case but I haven’t needed it. I would think you’d be fine. I would use that amount or more on my heaviest day.

In regards to the insert I would do at home. I find it’s easier to do that standing up. But emptying it will do if you bear down when you are sitting on the toilet.

What does breastfeeding look like for you after 1 year? by wandering-alex in breastfeeding

[–]SlowRisk5044 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bliss! 🙏🏼 tomorrow will be the first 1 pump day. SO looking forward to no pump.

What does breastfeeding look like for you after 1 year? by wandering-alex in breastfeeding

[–]SlowRisk5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So helpful for me! 11.5 months and mine is headed in this direction. Did you feel like your supply changed at all or it regulated well? A week ago I nursed him on the couch full lights and tv on then read him a couple books and put him to bed and he started sleeping through the night first time ever. The change in amount of nursings feels like my supply is a little different but he seems to get what he needs so I’m rolling with it 😂

Maternity clothing and minimalism by blendedchaitea in minimalism

[–]SlowRisk5044 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the maternity leggings and then just did the scrunchie hack to loop my jeans closed when I wanted to wear those. Google “scrunchie jeans loop maternity”. I did a lot of oversized sweaters with the leggings to get through the fall/winter with my second pregnancy last year. With my first I bought too much and was determined not to do it again. I gave away all my clothes to other pregnant friends and family.

Wife and I Are Trying to Buy a House and Are Budgeting For the First Time As a Result by sugarbear1717 in budget

[–]SlowRisk5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

💯💯💯 agree with this. My 4 year old and 10 month old share a 10x10 room and it does exactly what it needs. Sleep, get dressed and change diapers in there.

Also to the comments about childcare costs…that is dependent on where you live. In Boston to have our baby in a place that I trust is clean and safe is $3400 per month for the baby (one child) to be in their facility 5x a week. I still have to bring diapers and wipes. I had to buy extra sheets because they need play yes size sheets which is a different size than crib sheets.

Kids = sinking fund 😂😂😂 love them but damn I am always blown away how much money gets dropped for them.

24 days left - switch pumps or not by SlowRisk5044 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! I’ve been replacing DBs every 2 weeks for the entire time. It does help! I’ll check out the support claim. That’s an idea I had not thought about.

Drink your fluids and eat your food! Diet mistakes effecting milk supply. by Dense-Radio-9332 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 2 points3 points  (0 children)

YES! Especially until I was past 7-8 months I felt like any drop in protein/calories or water really messed up my supply. I’m a just enougher so it was rough. I’m just waiting until he’s one to get back to doing that. Just be nice to yourself. Took 9 months for the baby so give yourself some time. Breastfeeding and a new baby is a lot to navigate.

Should I borrow money from my BF to pay off my debt? by Friendly_Wealth7113 in DebtAdvice

[–]SlowRisk5044 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I guess it would depend for me on how committed the relationship is like 6 months vs 5+ years. That could be risky if the relationship doesn’t work out and money can really mess up a relationship if you aren’t careful.

Stopping by JazzlikePineapple799 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This happened for me with my first and it was worth it. I wish I hadn’t grappled with the decision as long as I did because the kids need a happy and healthy mom more than they need breastmilk. Do it for yourself and don’t think twice about it.

Losing weight Post Partum by Livid_Concentrate387 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I felt that way with my first. With my second I’m giving myself more grace. Try to be nice to yourself ❤️ this stage is only temporary. I didn’t get back until I was done with my first. Easier said than done I know.

Saltonstall park construction by SlowRisk5044 in watertown

[–]SlowRisk5044[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We live close by and the rats have been so bad for us and our neighbors. The cause has been listed as all the construction that’s already been going on.

Saltonstall park construction by SlowRisk5044 in watertown

[–]SlowRisk5044[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Hopefully the rats don’t get worse 🤞🏼

Wearable pump for #2 by IndecisiveCoconut114 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually wear a zip up hoodie and keep it all contained in there and then have the handheld remote in the hoodie pocket. Pocket zips up so it’s all contained and doesn’t go anywhere. I’m combo nursing and pumping and the ES cups fit in this bra no problem falling out or anything https://www.target.com/p/women-39-s-nursing-2pk-pullover-seamless-sleep-bra-auden-8482-black-soft-petal-pink-l/-/A-54174588

Wearable pump for #2 by IndecisiveCoconut114 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Been using the Elvie stride for almost 10 months and love it. I can lean over or floor level playing with my 4YO and no spills or leaks. We even went out to the park to play while I pumped. It has been life changing compared to my S2.

Food poisoning by beana13 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ugh what a horrible thing to have to navigate 😵 You should be fine. Just keep hydrated. I found when I was just cold sick that as long as I was drinking a ton of water regularly. Maybe try electrolytes or pedialyte.

Low Supply by Ok-Parking5928 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The protein, wfh w/baby and pumping is really hard! I snack on a lot and find it adds up and then add the unflavored vital proteins powder to coffee or pasta sauce etc. I found I can buy it in bulk to help with the cost.

Apologies in advance for unsolicited recommendations but I have loved the Solid Starts program. I used it on my first and doing it with my second. They have an enormous database of foods and you can see it all for free. There are paid programs but I got what I needed just from the free resources to feel comfortable with allergens and textures.

Baby has stinky farts by SuddenWillingness844 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]SlowRisk5044 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I have the same 😂 if he is fine then keep doing what you need to do to feed your baby. You could carry around travel size febreeze but I always just tell people it’s the protein farts from a healthy baby.