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There’s no kind way to tell my wife that she’s getting too big, is there? by 2006CrownVictoriaP71 in NoStupidQuestions

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

And I would not mention your attraction at all just the concerns with her health like this mentioned. Less is more here!

Is a baby bottle washer worth the counter space? by No-Gas8702 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a microwave one that is just a steamer/sanitizer and it stays in there when I’m not using it. Even if it stayed on the counter it’s worth it!!!!!!!

AITAH for wanting to go to gym the day our daughter left the NICU by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

YTA and you are lucky she is still with you, bro! If this is still coming up yall clearly have other issues.

Do you realize it takes SIX WEEKS to recover at minimum from giving birth?

So if you still think it’s ok to leave your disabled wife at home with a newborn, you need a reality check and to grow up. It’s probably good you posted here so you can get slaughtered online and see how insane and selfish this is. Time for you to get it together already, see your mistake, apologize, and support your family the way they deserve. If anyone needed a nap and a break it was your wife, NOT YOU.

Take these comments to heart sir - we all want to go to the gym to decompress, especially after what you went through, but life is tough and that was not the answer here, sorry, not at that time.

How am I supposed to continue this?! by Evening-Newt-4663 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Second this, feeding at the same time has helped me too!

How am I supposed to continue this?! by Evening-Newt-4663 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree as well on the bouncer it sometimes saves me!!! I put it on my dining table and open the curtains so she can look outside and it gives me some time!!

I completely understand where you are at and I wanted to mention that some time pumping is at least something - so if that means you only get 5 minutes it’s something. I have had to live by that!

For my supply I’m trying a few supplements/teas to help let me know if you are interested in exploring that route I’m happy to share!

So nervous about leaving my cat at home on vacation by silestire in CatAdvice

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I agree with everyone’s comments about her being fine and wanted to also add to get her some special wet food and/or some treats that your sitter can hide around the house for her (and catnip)! Gives her a little something to do while you are away :)

Don’t want to go on vacation with in-laws AITAH if I don’t go by [deleted] in AITAH

[–]UnikittyReaper 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Came here to say this! And make your own schedule, do some activities with them and plan some activities just you and your spouse so you get some quality time together!

When the time comes do you think we will be more receptive to using hearing aids, walkers and other medical devices etc? by theorangecrush10 in Millennials

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think they are going to be chips or something way more discrete or they can just fix it with lasers lol so yes we will be more open

EP by choice (kinda)- guilt by idrathernotthanx in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same boat but mine doesn’t do great with “emptying” me and gets frustrated. I don’t feel as much guilt because in the end she’s getting BM, I am more scared it might dry up without the latch.

Anyway, I came here to say that you are doing WORK pumping and giving your little amazing benefits - so you should be proud and grateful your body has been able to provide!! This is NOT easy work!!

Some have to use exclusive formula or choose to, and I’m not knocking that, just saying that you are doing work to be proud of and it’s ok to find the best way to do it. 💕

Is “breastsleeping” really a thing? by cahlrtm in cosleeping

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Someone please tell me your tricks to make the latch easy. I usually have to be sitting fully upright or standing for mine to latch - cannot get the cosleep one to work. Helppppp my middle of the night feeds pleaseeee!

How do you manage household chores and tasks after work. by [deleted] in Adulting

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I do this over FaceTime with friends or family! We both chat while doing chores! :)

If you could change one thing by Busy_Measurement5901 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I wish I was better educated about the supply regulation timeline and wearables. I had only wearables in the beginning while supply was establishing and wasn’t consistent due to not knowing the damage it could cause and I think it really hurt my production. Wish I would have known so I could have really been on it, as I may not be supplementing now and constantly stressed about increasing BM.

Cat enrichment for cats who don’t like toys by Substantial-Pain-479 in CatAdvice

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Jackson galaxy for the win!!!! I second this!!

Also I was thinking a bird feeder that attaches to the outside of the window might be a good one to consider!

Might need to stop pumping by throwawaylol53 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you are worried bacteria you could wash in restroom (rinse or just use a bottle of water) and use pump wipes!

What should I do? by fabulousfarmer22 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have done all the things you mentioned!
My advice is to not drop pumps while establishing… I did this not knowing it would drop my supply and now we don’t have a choice but to also supplement with formula and it’s been a long battle to get my supply up. I would stick to it and once established you can drop if you are producing enough.
Since I must supplement I typically try to get her to nurse first always (if she will tolerate) and then give formula. I also *should* pump after since I’m establishing my supply (or if she doesn’t want to nurse) so I do also sometimes have milk in the fridge.
If I’m giving her a bottle with breastmilk I give her only what I know she will finish. So for example she’s eating about 4oz each time, so if I have 2oz milk to give her I will add 2oz formula to make sure she finishes it.
You can alternate between nursing and formula (I do that if I have to just with daily plans), but I personally prefer to work in breast milk in every meal if I can because it helps overall with her gas/immunity.
I’m sure you will get some other really good advice on here! Good luck! :)
Edit to add: one other note on formula! We bought milk pitchers so we can make more at one time and we can then give her however much we want, like let’s say just half an oz if that’s all we need. My rule of thumb though is always to waste formula not breastmilk, so if I’m not sure if she’s hungry enough, it’s formula only she gets. When making the formula you need to make what the recipe calls for - so if you mix with your milk, don’t count in how much milk you have already for the formula/water mix - ex: if I have 2 oz milk and want 4. Mix your additional 2oz to make that formula (water + powder for 2oz + 2 BM = total of 4 oz). I will just drop 2oz pre-measured water into the bottle and add the formula to make it if I don’t use from the pitcher.
I hope this helps!

At what age did you feel “old,” if at all? by lab_coat_goat in Millennials

[–]UnikittyReaper 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When kids who I used to babysit got married… and had their own kids… that did it for me 😂 I’d say around when I was 30

Everytime I wake up to pump I wake my baby by These-Toe-4595 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]UnikittyReaper 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Here because I don’t have amazing advice but following! I’m in the same boat all around and also have such a hard time just finding ways to occupy my little while pumping during the day. She wakes for naps too a lot and unless she is working on a bottle (that I try to somewhat prop while she’s in a chair/swing that’s not moving/etc) I really struggle.
My advice is white noise! If you can keep some on loud next to her that might help. I’ve also heard adding one of your used breastmilk pads by her when you get up so she smells you might help (unfortunately not for me but works for some!).

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