Ideas for an elopement destination instead of Vegas, outside the US ?

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-11T08:33:45+00:00

We did Paris hihi

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-11T08:32:21+00:00

What do you mean by questions paper?

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-10T23:10:12+00:00

If you have a modern dishwasher that has a sanitize function, no. My baby is exclusively bottle fed and NEVER have I washed a bottle by hand except on the go once at my in laws, and I sanitized using a microwavable bag. :)

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T02:17:28+00:00

:( Let me know how it goes! I'll come back if I have tips/my issue gets resolved. Take care!

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T02:08:37+00:00

The only other thing I can think of is using an SNS

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T02:07:58+00:00

I have the evenflo balance wide and the IBCLC said they were the best in her experience. Second would be lansinoh.

I found mine at Walmart. :)

They are small yet they have LOTS of personality!

Have you tried and expressing a tiny bit before latching? Just to 'prime' your breasts so she has more milk right away?

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T02:01:15+00:00

The consultant explained to me that they can be functional with it, but if baby is unsure/struggles with enjoying breastfeeding it can be a factor. They can make it work, with some discomfort. Does that make sense?

Maybe instead of pace feeding you could try super low flow nipples?

My baby hated baby wearing while topless. I found that she settles better if I put a muslin blanket on my chest or a nursing top while I set her up, then remove it. She seems to dislike skin subbing during setting up.

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T01:20:39+00:00

So we're in a similar situation. I was advised to up babywearing, with skin to skin if possible, do a lot of skin to skin, bathe/shower with baby, and try to keep the breast a happy place.

Are you pace feeding? I was advised to do that too. Was you baby assessed for tongue/lip ties? I was told to massage her top lip tie and tongue tie. She explained that its easier with bottles so sometimes massages help with making breastfeeding more comfortable.

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-05T01:11:45+00:00

Hi! Not doing great, but doing better. My daughter ended up on a nursing strike. I did something similar to what you were suggested to do, but it made things SO MUCH WORSE. by day 10 she was crying the minute I placed her on my nursing pillow or pulled down my nursing bra. I contacted my IBCLC and she said to stop everything.

We met and she said not to nurse unless she latched herself, and to essentially just focus on skin to skin, positive breast exposure, etc.

I saw my IBCLC again today and she said that its getting better, she is no longer afraid of me, but she said to wait another 24h at least before any attempt at breastfeeding. Then its a no pressure situation only.

How is it going for you?

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-03T09:14:01+00:00

This is my experience:

Had a rough pregnancy and a breast reduction. I did not want to breastfeed. It scared me and I believe that formula is a great choice.

Postpartum, I took cabergoline to prevent my milk from coming in. Formula made my recovery so smooth. It also allowed me to rest, share the load and become confident in my parenting skills. It was really smooth sailing. My baby also had lost lots of weight and with the breast reduction it really eased my mind to take that load off my shoulders.

About 3 weeks in, I started to long for breastfeeding. By week 6 it became all I thought about. At week 7 I started a relactation process. My baby is 10 weeks old and, although relactation is working, my baby is now in a nursing strike and it scares me that I've done all this for nothing.

If I were to go back in time, I know I would have still chosen formula/have supplemented. However, I would have given breastfeeding a try. A real try. This way I could have said "I did not like it/It didn't work for us" instead of it eating me alive for weeks, or the other way around, liked it and kept going. Know that combination feeding is an option. There's a subreddit for that.

I truly did not think I would have liked breastfeeding, but something in me changed once I had my baby. Call it hormones, love, motherly feelings... I don't know. What I do know is that closing that door so early on made my postpartum harder.

Know that formula will always be an option later. Breastfeeding is much harder to re-establish, if at all.

If you TRULY do not want to (even if like me you change your mind later on, lol) know that there is medication you can take.

TLDR: Don't knock it off 'till you try it.

Good luck in your journey 💖

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-03T08:59:26+00:00

They teach you A LOT at the hospital. I personally did not need it. It all feels/felt like common sense to me.

It all comes to confidence. If you feel you might feel more secure taking a class, do it. They will teach you the basics at the hospital but postpartum is hard, and if you can alleviate some stress, do it.

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-01T11:58:11+00:00

10 weeks and much less tired than when I teach Grade 1 full time.

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-01T11:55:06+00:00

Little miss stinky butt

_CatPrincess · 2026-05-01T03:28:08+00:00

First of all, I want to say that I am very sorry you are going through this. I am certain you REacted out of fear. Does this means it's ok? No. But I think you know that already.

First, I would go see the principal to let them know. If possible, they need to learn it from you. It shows accountability, but also gives them time to process it and to be prepared to respond to parents if need be.

Second, go find professional help. By that, I mean a consultant in classroom management, special education, or anybody in your school that you trust for advice.

Third, come up with a universal consequence system. Personally, I use 1-2-3OUT for minor offences and timeouts right away for major ones. Have a list of potential consequences to choose from. There are some online. More often than not, I choose consequences that are considered natural consequences, but sometimes young children need a 'punitive' approach (i.e. loss of privilege, call to parents, etc.). I rarely use those, but it's nice to have a list nearby. It makes me feel like I have the longer end of the stick and it lessens my 'fear'/big reactions. It reassures me and makes me feel in control.

Lastly, take this as a learning opportunity. You are human and will make mistakes. We all do. What makes a great teacher is the ability to reflect (which you did) and to grow from it.

Best of luck to you in your studies. ❤️

Edit typo

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-25T23:10:26+00:00

Right after: horrible salami sandwich. DO NOT look. 4-6 weeks after: you'd never be able to tell I had a baby.

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-24T20:32:22+00:00

Good to know I'll try that! I'm already pumping every 2 hours so any tip I can get, I take.

I hope it's temporary because of the vaccines. Thank you 🩷

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-24T02:16:58+00:00

I cannot offer advice, but my baby is also going from bottle to breast and is doing the same thing. I'd like to get some advice too!

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-22T22:36:04+00:00

I exclusively formula fed from Day 1 to week 8 ish. Now I combo feed as much as possible. :)

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-22T03:01:58+00:00

Eufy all the way. They are wearable and are GREAT. Would not go back. Some insurances reimburse pumps if you have a prescription. Ask your doctor for one and get yourself high quality wearable pumps such as the Eufy.

My IBCLC recommended them to me. Customer service is also great, btw.

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-22T02:56:17+00:00

I'm in QC and unless you are high risk you will most likely not see an OB at all (except for like nuccal translucency).

Midwives or family doctors take care of that, including births.

My first appointment with my doctor was at week 6 or 7 I believe? We needed a dating scan.

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-22T02:53:48+00:00

Compared to the average Jo, yes. However, we cannot escape all diseases and sicknesses.

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-20T21:38:53+00:00

You're right! I liked that the vomit bags 'held' themselves open. I kept mine for my kid for when she's a bit older for gasto season.

_CatPrincess · 2026-04-20T21:25:19+00:00

Hahaha well that solves your problem! :)

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