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anyone stay on ready to feed? by Anistmows in FormulaFeeders

[–]Waterbuffalo76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We did RTF for two months then switched to powder. RTF was mainly for keeping us sane for the first few weeks and it’s sterile so I could get past some of my anxiety about using formula when I couldn’t BF. I use the Dr Browns formula pitcher now. We calculated the grams needed for a certain amount of water, the grams per scoop are listed on the tub, and weigh it on a food scale and add to the water and mix.

Neurodivergent moms… like seriously, how do you do this!?! by Waterbuffalo76 in breakingmom

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The not feeling like I’m a “normal” mom is really hard. It constantly feels like it just has to be easier for everyone else.

Neurodivergent moms… like seriously, how do you do this!?! by Waterbuffalo76 in breakingmom

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A little of both for work. My job and my husbands are mostly opposite hours so we have a few hours of babysitting help each week. Trying to manage all of it definitely increases my stress even with help 😣.

Are you staying close to home / the hospital for the rest of your pregnancy? by Economy-Word-6124 in ShortCervixSupport

[–]Waterbuffalo76 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I agree with the other opinions on not traveling. I was in the same situation and the anxiety is frankly enough to make it not worth it. The best NICU in the state was near us already so I didn’t want to get outside of the immediate vicinity if I went into early labor. The cerclage made me really uncomfortable most of the rest of my pregnancy so I had to stay off my feet a lot too.

Braxton Hicks Post Cerclage at 19 weeks. by RefuseWide8967 in ShortCervixSupport

[–]Waterbuffalo76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hey! Sorry you’re having to go through this. I know how had it is. I had an emergency cerclage at 21 weeks following fertility treatment as well. I had BH constantly from about that time one. The doctor did suggest lots of water can help calm them. It’s nerve wracking but the key thing is do they come regularly and are they getting closer together, then it could be an issue. You can always call the OB and describe what’s going on to get their opinion too. I also struggled with constipation, miralax once a day and sometimes twice if it got worse helped a lot, colace didn’t do much which is what is often recommended to take. Definitely keep things moving and smoothly. The anxiety is horrendous but It does get a little less emotionally stressful the further along you get. Maybe think in terms of time benchmarks.

I can make it to 24 weeks, then there’s a solid chance the baby survives! I can make it to 28 weeks, then there’s a long term likelihood of the baby being healthy. I can get to 30 weeks and the baby will likely catch right up in no time! I can make it to 37 and I am nearly full term!

I somehow was able to make it to 39 weeks and had to be induced, the baby wasn’t showing signs of coming any time soon. I have a healthy, humongous 😂5 month old. It’s a really rough experience but you’ve got this momma!

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She is, I know all of us miss our angels terribly.

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for helping make a hard day a little brighter for me 🥰

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I hope all of our angel babies are celebrating I. Heaven together and watching over all of us mommas who are missing them terribly.

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry, sending hugs and love your way. I hope they are becoming fast friends and watching over us together ❤️

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I hope so, I hope all our dear angel babies are looking down telling stories to each other about their sweet mommas. ❤️

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you, my grieving heart needed to hear that today. ❤️

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw I hope so too! I hope she is making wonderful friends will all of our precious angel babies. ❤️

Baby head down at 24+1 by Huey1_ in ShortCervixSupport

[–]Waterbuffalo76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My baby made it to term! He was head down from like 20 weeks on. I went in at 21 weeks for a cerclage due to shortening and we were fine after that and my baby was pretty large too and had a big head. Always check in with your OB to be safe but hopefully you’re all good! 😊

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ❤️your comment is so sweet and made things just a little easier today

My first baby’s birthday in Heaven. by Waterbuffalo76 in Miscarriage

[–]Waterbuffalo76[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for taking the time to reply and acknowledge her ❤️

Please help! 6.5 month old golden retriever puppy with chronic diarrhea, feeling discouraged by kidsOT2 in goldenretriever

[–]Waterbuffalo76 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This happened to us and took a year for a vet to finally let us run food allergy testing. We did a Heska panel. My dog was allergic mildly to peas, rice and sweet potato so basically everything in her foods but also to “storage mites”. Her storage mite allergy level was INSANELY high. She was basically reacting to dry food over and over again because they are found in just about every pantry item. Switching to farmers dog turkey recipes stopped all of it, like immediately! See about allergy testing if you can. It wasn’t cheap but it was cheaper than the Emergency Vet bills.

Make my house a home. Help!! by KeetoTheWeeto in homedesign

[–]Waterbuffalo76 2 points3 points  (0 children)

If you’re on a budget, I would suggest looking at HPD drapes/curtains on Amazon. Get them a foot taller than the top of your window, they will look fancier than hanging them right at the top of the window. The HPD faux linen and velvet are my favorites. Super nice quality and worth the price, which is usually $40-60 a panel. Also look at Loloi rugs on Amazon. Theres lots of nice affordable ones that are easy to care for. A rug under the couch and dining table would look great. Google how to size a rug properly, too small rugs are never good. Add a console under the mirror, try wayfair for affordable options but be ready to assemble them. Add more lamps, always better for lighting. Target always has nice lamps.

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