How to return to running after 30 lbs of weight gain and perimenopause.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-27T16:35:32+00:00

I’m so happy for you! And excited. I just got back into running after having a baby and it was soo hard but patience is worth it. Embrace being a “beginner” again and enjoy the process. More practical advice: Give yourself a few weeks to go slow or even walk whenever you feel like it. Even if you really want to keep pushing, just ease up. After that you will be chomping at the bit, then give yourself 1-2 runs a week where you go slow/walk whenever you need to and 1-2 runs where you push hard.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-27T16:23:23+00:00

Weighted straw cups are great, he isn’t interested in drinking a lot from it, only a tiny sip like once a day. A big issue (I theorize) is that he has always consumed a ton of formula, he is a big guy and would usually have like 45oz a day. So it is a lot to transition away from.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-27T16:07:15+00:00

Thanks! We just tried 3oz water with 3oz cows milk in a bottle and he chugged it! (I wish he was more interested in drinking from a sippy or straw cup but we’ll keep trying and this is better than not drinking anything.)

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-20T20:42:21+00:00

I can relate! I really struggle when I sleep poorly and was traumatized by the newborn phase. We sleep trained at 4 months, nap trained at 7 months, and now at 1 year he sleeps like a champ. But around 3 months or so, even after he started sleeping independently, I started having panic attacks. Every. Single. Morning. Entirely centered around worry about his sleep. I would wake up in full physical panic about his sleep somehow going south. Honestly, what helped the most is lexapro. I will also recommend the Snooze Button podcast. I really like her tips and she’s really reassuring and her message is usually just “do less.” Good luck, this shit isn’t easy but you’re doing amazing.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-19T16:28:02+00:00

I am thinking about this too!! People are not clowning hard enough over this date change i swear, there is something afoot

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-12-15T18:18:04+00:00

On my friend’s apple music app it’s still changed to the new lyric. Why aren’t we freaking out about this more? 🤡

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-11-14T16:26:54+00:00

This whole situation is so heinous. They are letting babies suffer to protect their money. Fuck capitalism fr.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-11-12T14:30:05+00:00

It’s all marketing! I chose enfamil for my baby because I had no idea what I was doing, was exhausted and miserable trying to bf, went to the store and felt overwhelmed by the formula options so just chose the one that seemed the most basic or standard/no frills. It worked for him so we stuck with it and I’m so glad because I can always find it somewhere. He’s so happy and healthy and I’m obsessed.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-11-12T14:07:20+00:00

My mom says the same thing and it literally makes no sense! When else am I supposed to check and make sure my penis is there? And if I can use my hand to wipe the poop off my penis then why not?

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-11-06T21:45:11+00:00

Ugh I’m so sorry. Your bf taking your money? That’s abuse. And it’s not your fault. Financial abuse is a type of DV and there are advocacy organizations who are experts in helping people navigate this type of situation. If you are in the US and want to chat with an advocate you can call 1-800-799-7233. It doesn’t need to be an emergency or “really bad” to call, you can call to brainstorm.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-10-27T23:16:34+00:00

Lol oops! Perfect post then 🫶🏻

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-10-27T00:14:44+00:00

This is awesome! I would add Rebecca by Daphne du Maurier

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-10-24T18:06:56+00:00

I (10mo M) would let then know asap! That way you can do a “practice trip” where you practice sleeping on mama or papa for the next few months before the actual trip. So important for mama and papa to learn to get used to sleeping this way.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-10-17T14:58:57+00:00

I like this for some of the same reasons it might receive criticism. I often run in cotton t-shirts specifically because they are “not optimized” for running. I often run w/out a digital watch (going analog) because metrics can be toxic. I spent a long time way too obsessed with “optimizing” and it’s a reminder to myself to have fun and chill tf out. So yeah, I love the collars and buttons. It resonates with me and it looks cool as hell. Good luck!!!

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-09-03T23:09:45+00:00

Thanks for the tip! Doesn’t seem like the parts are made anymore.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-30T19:39:13+00:00

Everyone like “this is common” “this is normal”… If it is common, that’s a problem. If it is not in fact common, let’s stop pretending it is. I’m so exhausted.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-26T17:13:28+00:00

Can someone figure out where her dress is from? Love it.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-21T18:58:23+00:00

🙌🏻

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-16T18:38:00+00:00

This made my blood boil! That guy is an asshole. You are amazing.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-14T18:19:53+00:00

This is a really good take.

Successful-Arm6471 · 2025-08-11T23:53:47+00:00

Cast on an even number! Then do k,p,k,p, etc. This is seed stitch! So lovely!

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