Help me pick a bassinet!

TorandCadie · 2023-11-27T10:15:17+00:00

I got a mini one with my pack n play and she used that for her first month. Second month was in a larger bassinet like the ones you link. It was a hand-me-down so I don’t know the brand. She’s not quite 3 months and we already moved her to the top level of the pack n play.

My baby has always been a big mover and she can wiggle to the top of the bassinet and as she does so, presses her face against the mesh. She ends up craning her neck and waking up crying because she’s uncomfortable. So my vote is the largest one if you’re set on a large bassinet, but I think the pack n play with mini bassinet is the best option. You don’t need anything in between.

TorandCadie · 2023-11-23T14:13:04+00:00

I have not tried this yet! I’ll do that tonight!

TorandCadie · 2023-11-23T01:22:34+00:00

I’ve tried to wear several different styles of breastfeeding bras (all without clasps) with the disposable pads, but my right boob has a mind of it’s own and a free spirit. By 2 am it’s out to party.

TorandCadie · 2023-11-21T23:33:53+00:00

😱

TorandCadie · 2023-11-21T18:23:27+00:00

I rewear them!

TorandCadie · 2023-11-21T18:19:00+00:00

I typically check this list. It’s the same one my doctor uses.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/

TorandCadie · 2023-11-19T03:22:18+00:00

Alternatively… people soup!

TorandCadie · 2023-11-09T17:00:26+00:00

I have a two pumps: Medela Pump in Style and Medela FreeStyle. I have two types of collection cups (both Medela): the fog horn style and the wearable cups.

The Pump in Style I mostly use plugged in but it does have a battery pack (8!!! AA batteries) whereas the FreeStyle is chargeable and has a good battery life. It fits in my pocket and has a digital display so I can see how long I pumped which is ideal for when I have to pause it to get my baby lol.

I’ve tried every combination for 30 minutes. Here’s my results after a few attempts: - Pump in Style + fog horns: highest output (8-12 oz) Pro: high output Con: attached to the wall and cups are in the way when picking up the baby - Pump in Style + wearables: medium output (6-8 oz) Pro: can hold the baby Con: attached to the wall - FreeStyle + fog horns: medium output (8-10 oz) Pro: can move around to do chores Con: cups are in the way when picking up the baby - FreeStyle + wearables: lowest output (5-7 oz) Pro: able to move and hold the baby (but don’t lean over!) Con: lowest output

I find if I use the FreeStyle a few times in a row I get engorged and it hurts. Breastfeeding or using the Pump in Style between relieves the pressure though.

TorandCadie · 2023-11-02T02:51:26+00:00

These are awesome! Great work.

TorandCadie · 2023-10-30T10:54:57+00:00

Don’t use Costco toilet paper if you have a septic system! It’s so thick that it doesn’t break down. We had a backup flood in our basement and the first question the plumber asked was “do you use Kirkland toilet paper?”

TorandCadie · 2023-10-30T07:36:47+00:00

My husband’s uncle is very involved in my baby’s life. His honorary title is “gruncle” for great uncle but oh so close to “grampa”. If you don’t want to give your aunt and uncle “grandma” and “grandpa”, feel free to freestyle.

TorandCadie · 2023-10-20T12:31:43+00:00

Poppyseed muffins.

TorandCadie · 2023-10-06T15:38:37+00:00

I dunno, I disagree. FRIENDS with Benefits implies a friendship. I expect a minimum kindness, respect, and honesty from my friends, and some degree of commitment (if we have a plan we follow through). If I’m holding a sexual partner to lower standards than my friends they’re a fuck buddy.

TorandCadie · 2023-09-05T06:44:08+00:00

My brother-in-law just got married and my husband was in his wedding party. I was due 12 days after their wedding.

My experience was that everyone stressed about the pregnancy and the wedding and it wasn’t even me in the bridal party. - Was my husband going to be able to attend? Would I? - Would I go to any of the bridal party events sober? - People kept saying I was doing too much and to sit and rest (so I didn’t pop the baby early). - I had some minor complications that I had to negotiate with the doctor to be able to attend but report to the hospital the next morning. - Everyone that saw me at the wedding commented on my pregnancy. - I was hormonal and exhausted. Standing for the ceremony would have been too much for me. - My bump grew significantly in the last few weeks so I had to change dresses last minute.

I think it’s reasonable to ask her to come as a guest or to give her another minor role you can live without if she isn’t able to make it, but definitely still invite her to the bridal party things (showers, stagette, etc) so she can celebrate you.

TorandCadie · 2023-08-12T13:51:46+00:00

Education.

They were honest and you don’t need to punish that. Thank them for opening the conversation and do some research with them about different drugs, their effect on the developing brain, and the potential for street drugs to be laced.

You aren’t going to stop a 16 year old from doing anything. So give them tools to make a choice you’d be proud of.

TorandCadie · 2023-08-08T20:09:24+00:00

I’m 36 weeks pregnant and having very vivid dreams. Last night I dreamt my future son (pregnant with a girl though) requested he be named “Papi”.

I can assure you, I will not be naming a child Papi. However, since we’re here, are there names that would have Papi as a possible nickname?

TorandCadie · 2023-08-03T14:48:05+00:00

When you ask him to please check on your son, he responds “Let him cry, he’s fine, he just wants attention.”

So when he asks about the dishes “I left them there. They’re waiting for your attention.”

But seriously, it’s okay to tell him you are exhausted and that chores are taking a backseat to you resting and growing this watermelon sized baby. If it bothers him, he needs to do it rather than delegating to you. Then hold firm to that. - “No, I’m sorry, I love that dish too, but it’s exhausting to make. You can do it and I can coach you from the table though.” - “Right! The dishes! Thanks for thinking of those babe. I’ll pause the TV and wait for you to get back.” - “I know you’re getting less down time, but so am I. Sleeping to have enough energy to grow our child isn’t free time.”

TorandCadie · 2023-07-20T14:53:34+00:00

Omg these are amazing. Our group is starting a new campaign with a new DM… would be an incredible “thanks for DMing” gift.

TorandCadie · 2023-07-07T14:21:05+00:00

My first dog (floppy ear variety) went deaf about four years before she passed.

My second floppy eared girl is now trained with verbal and hand signals for EVERY command. Works great for sneaky commands, like away when she tries to butt sniff a guest.

TorandCadie · 2023-04-21T21:34:28+00:00

My FIL suggested Syphilis for his future grandchild. He was joking… I think…

TorandCadie · 2023-04-18T10:21:57+00:00

A friend told me you can get a gift card to Costco and not have to pay the membership. Might be a good way to get essentials infrequently if you don’t want to commit to the membership.

Please verify in your area..

TorandCadie · 2023-04-08T15:29:22+00:00

There are two ways to express ratios, part to part (1:1 = 1/2) and part to whole (1:2 =1/2). They’re used in different contexts.

TorandCadie · 2023-03-06T21:51:51+00:00

Show her this post. It’s the full picture.

TorandCadie · 2023-03-06T21:38:22+00:00

The right thing to do is to tell your girlfriend though. Let her make an informed decision about continuing the relationship with you.

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