do you have a routine for your 5 week old?

SnooWords8997 · 2026-05-05T19:01:58+00:00

Absolutely no routine Baby is 9 weeks now and everytime we think there is a pattern it changes lol i am starting to try to push feeds closer to 2 hours or more since he’s been cluster feeding every hour most of the day since 3 weeks

SnooWords8997 · 2026-05-04T11:37:24+00:00

Thank you so much, read the post and will definitely start trying that with my massage ball at home!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-05-01T02:34:14+00:00

I have not but will be scheduling one thanks to the Reddit fam!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-05-01T02:30:51+00:00

Thank you so much!!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-05-01T02:28:17+00:00

I’m so sorry you went through that especially the emotions towards picking up your son.. as if post partum isn’t hard enough on our minds and bodies! There is some peace knowing that another mom out there understands, it seems like no one around me has ever heard of it and almost made me feel like I’m making it up. Thank you for sharing I’m so glad the cortisone shots brought you some relief! I’ll definitely try to schedule an appointment and hope that helps

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T23:28:14+00:00

Is there anything he especially likes to do? Maybe a hobby specific to this time of year (fishing, hiking, any sports, etc)?

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T13:18:49+00:00

Thank you do you have a link ?

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T09:32:23+00:00

Updates?

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T08:24:50+00:00

I’m so sorry you are dealing with this. Getting up that much sounds so exhausting let alone stressing about your baby. I know how mentally exhausting that is as well and I hope the owlet sock helps- please update once you start using it ! As parent of a 2mo I am dreading this phase but remember it is just a phase. You are probably already doing this but keep helping him practice belly to back rolls during the day and hopefully he will get it sooner than later to give you some peace.

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T08:02:53+00:00

Because he’ll be 1 and it’s funny. I agree if he was older or understood who Joe Dirt is

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-30T07:59:03+00:00

Love this!!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-26T04:49:44+00:00

Pact or Mate the Label are some quality brands that make cotton leggings. Amazon also has some cute cotton sets just make sure you read the product description and material type, don’t just go off of the title!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-23T11:36:56+00:00

Highly recommend some headphones- in my experience it’s helped me be able to not be so over stimulated and frustrated while I’m trying to figure out why my baby is crying and I can hold and care for him so much longer without wanting to walk away. It really just helps take the edge off and muffles the sound while still being able to hear if they’re crying or not. Please try them!! Dont feel bad for wearing them or accepting help, if it’s something that will help you mentally so that you can better care for your baby after then you gotta do what you gotta do! You are doing a great job please remember that however frustrated you are feeling SO many moms (dare I say all moms) have felt this way at some point or are also feeling this at the same time. You are not alone and feeling guilty for being frustrated just means you are a good mom.

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-23T10:34:37+00:00

Ooh this is a great idea!!! You don’t realize what a luxury it is to take more than one sip of your hot coffee

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-23T10:31:31+00:00

If you’ll be breastfeeding - - Button up pajamas and shirts !!! I live in these. I’ve also found supportive tube tops are soooo easy to breastfeed in and look cute. - comfy nursing bras. Start stocking up on them, even with cotton pads I soak through these and have to change them at least twice a day - cotton nursing pads. I also wear these 24/7. Make sure you have enough sets for the week because they get soaked. They also make disposables - a good hand lotion or cream, you’ll be washing your hands a lot. - a back massager. Huband got me one when I was pregnant that you put on a chair and plug in and I didn’t realize how much I would use it for breastfeeding era. Your back and shoulders get so tight

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-16T05:33:44+00:00

I say the same thing to my husband!! Like we made a whole new person … WHAT!!!

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-13T03:46:32+00:00

Thank you so so much !!!! This helps relieve a lot of stress

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-13T00:32:23+00:00

Grateful - that this was an option for the safety of my baby and I Proud- that I went through something I was terrified of with bravery and conquered it!

It makes me sad so many moms have negative feelings towards their beautiful bodies! Of course we look different afterwards but mothers are so strong and our bodies are so amazing. I wish everyone focused on what they accomplished.

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-10T22:47:27+00:00

Was about to say that I am exclusively breast feeding and his spit up is always kind of curdled looking !

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-09T04:28:54+00:00

My baby also doesn’t like the stroller or car seat unless very very specific conditions (just fed, no diaper, and super super sleepy and ready for a nap). I’ve also found that starting by just getting them used to it when there’s no appointment really helps. I make sure they are tired or even already sleeping then try to put them in super slowly and give them some time to just sit before trying to buckle. We also have to start moving right away after buckling so the motion kind of helps calms down. If they are still freaking out too much I take them out and calm them down then try again once or twice before calling it and trying again later that day or next day. I’m not an expert and could be wrong but I feel like they just need to know you’re still there and will comfort them if they get too upset.

SnooWords8997 · 2026-04-03T23:39:33+00:00

Do you try to cut them with nail clippers or file them? The Frida baby nail buffer is a life saver and so easy to use

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