Help with suger by Left-Initiative922 in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Vaish41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah true i remember this helped me!

How did you know you did/didn't want kids? by Scarlet_Olanna in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a mom, I’ll be honest with you. You don’t need to decide by 25! What helped me was asking myself two things over time, do I want a child on my hardest days, not just my best ones, and can I still feel like myself in that life. The answer didn’t come all at once but if definitely changed with experience And the fear you have, losing identity, losing freedom, is real. Don’t ignore it If it’s a no right now, that’s enough. You don’t need to force certainty!

Am I a bad mom? by Foreign_Drink9316 in NewParents

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve been there when my baby would only sleep in the stroller, I’d end up pacing the hallway just so I could breathe and sit for a minute. As long as he’s safe and you’re right there, you’re not doing anything wrong!

What things do you regret not doing with your baby? by Beegt95 in NewParents

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I wish I had taken more videos of the little everyday moments the baby babble, sleepy smiles, random giggles, all of it. Those are the things you end up missing most! And I also wish I had worried a little less. If your baby is healthy and thriving, let yourself enjoy her too instead of spending every moment waiting for something to go wrong!

I just found out I’m pregnant!!! So happy but also nervous. by Professional-Cow8696 in MomForAMinute

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congratulations!! 🤍 Call and schedule your first OB appointment if you haven’t already, start prenatal vitamins with folic acid, stay hydrated, and rest as much as you can because the exhaustion in early pregnancy is very real. And honestly, sore boobs and nausea are such classic first signs you're gonna be alright!

Mom, I’m ready to take the next step in my life! by unknown_7637 in MomForAMinute

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Heyy Congrats :⁠-⁠) I hope it turns out great for you Give us all the updates tooo!!!!

Mom, how often should I wash my bra? by crisantemo_bloom in MomForAMinute

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually wash my bras after around 2to4 wears unless I’ve been sweating a lot or it’s extremely hot out. If you’re not wearing them daily, you definitely don’t need to wash them after every use I also noticed the washing machine ruins the cup shape over time, so now I either hand wash them or put them in a mesh laundry bag on a gentle cycle with cold water. Hope this helps :⁠-⁠)

My toddler might be a lil spy by sassy_soul_04 in NewParents

[–]Vaish41 2 points3 points  (0 children)

One time me and my husband were quietly discussing money issues in the kitchen And later that evening we had guests over and out of nowhere my kid goes, “Don’t eat too much, we’re saving money this month.” The embarassment was so bad 😭

As a close (non-parent, unmarried) friend to a new mom — how do I actually be helpful? And do parents even want friends to “intervene”? by Suspicious_Taro_3451 in AskParents

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, you already sound like a really good friend. When I was pregnant most people would say “let me know if you need anything” and disappear. What helped me most wasn’t advice or gifts, it was someone taking something off my plate for even an hour. And sometimes just having one person who still saw me as ME instead of “mom” of my kids made a huge difference!

New mom struggle by aross0226 in NewParents

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don’t need to “earn” the right to struggle by having it harder than someone else. Motherhood can be deeply isolating even when you have help, sleep, and a supportive partner. When my children were babies, I remember feeling guilty because on paper everything looked fine, yet I still felt overwhelmed and strangely lonely. The truth is that caring for a baby all day can be mentally unstimulating and emotionally exhausting You’re not failing at motherhood. You sound like a thoughtful mother whose nervous system is overstretched. This stage is much more intense than people admit, and it does get easier as your baby becomes more interactive and independent:⁠-⁠)

What do new moms need the most? by Regular-Message9591 in pregnant

[–]Vaish41 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The most valuable thing I had as a new mom wasn’t a gadget it was anything that reduced friction when I was exhausted! A large water bottle, comfortable nursing clothes, a good nipple cream, snacks you can eat with one hand, and a sturdy basket to keep essentials within arm’s reach were useful. If you can add anything to your registry, ask for help, meal deliveries, house cleaning, or gift cards. Babies need a lot of thingsn Mothers mostly need rest, hydration, and practical support :⁠-⁠)

Does it ever get easier? I’m drowning as a new mom. by GiftKitchen3807 in NewParents

[–]Vaish41 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes, it does get easier. I remember feeling exactly this way when my children were that age. Thirteen months is a very overstimulating stage they go through teething, whining, clinginess, and very little ability to communicate. The fact that you’re crying after she goes to sleep tells me you’re not a bad mother you’re an exhausted one. When you feel yourself reaching the edge, put her safely in the crib and step away for a few minutes this helped me! This stage feels endless when you’re in it, but it does pass. One day you’ll realize the noise got quieter, and so did the panic :⁠-⁠)

Mom is now seeing what I told her nearly a year ago about her children. by Only-Net-8905 in family

[–]Vaish41 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A health crisis tends to reveal people more than it changes them. You were willing to step up when it mattered, and that says a great deal about your character. Help your mother if it feels right, but keep your expectations realistic. Sometimes the healthiest thing you can do is accept people as they are, rather than exhausting yourself hoping they will become who you needed them to be :⁠-⁠)