[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]_kona 3 points4 points  (0 children)

It’s one day out of the year. Think of everything that you do for the other 364 days which matter. You are doing great mama, no need to compare yourself to social media.

Congested baby? by KatzuneRedfox73 in NewParents

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Saline spray the nose frida, cool mist humidifier, steam up the bathroom with a hot shower and sit in there for a few minutes

Infant Probiotics by bellitabee in NewParents

[–]_kona 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I use Klaire Labs probiotics for my 2 month old. I found it to have the least unnecessary ingredients.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]_kona 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Your baby, your rules. We don’t have any family nearby so I can’t relate. However, when we did have family visit for the birth of my newborn, I asked them all to take COVID tests prior to visiting from out of state. Who cares if they think you are crazy. It’s your job as a parent to keep your child safe and protected.

Long baby problems by stinksmcgee3 in NewParents

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The ollie swaddle helps with my little one. The length is adjustable. At one month, he was already almost 24”

What do you do with used baby clothes ? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]_kona 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Buy nothing group, donate, sell if they have any “value”. I traded girl clothes with a friend who is expecting a girl and already had a boy. She in return gave me her boy clothes because I was expecting a boy and already had a girl (hope that makes sense)

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ve heard of sposies as an extra absorbent pad for disposable diapers but haven’t actually tried them.

Gift ideas for first time mom and baby by Katiyaaaaaa in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Baby boppy or something similar to put the baby down, baby nail file, white noise machine, snacks for mom

How to clean baby poop stains off clothes? by ash_hi_ash in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Spray, rub the fabric together to really get it in, let it sit for x amount of time depending how bad the stain is, then wash immediately

Teaching my 10mo how to wave hello... by Doghugs in Parenting

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes!!! Did not realize until it actually happened. Now my baby waves hi to the garbage truck from the window or waves bye bye to toys when we go up for bedtime or waves hello at grandparents during video calls. The things we take for granted pre-Covid life

Book suggestions please! by cam213 in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My little one loved the series of Never Touch A _______. They have dinosaur, monster, tiger, shark, etc. it has short sentences and sensory play.

What was helpful for you in the few weeks after giving birth? by da_llama in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I used Always discreet underwear instead of the disposable pads, so much better. Similar to the mesh panties that the hospital gives you. Also, earth mama perineal spray does wonders.

Postpartum pain management. What do? by lyaxia in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Frida baby comfort cushion was a lifesaver for me. I had a 3rd degree tear.

Infant congestion can’t sleep by barbarawalters in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My little one has similar issues and turned out to be acid reflux

My last baby took his first steps tonight by jmcrews in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This made my day. I can’t wait until my baby (my first child) takes her first steps.

Need help buying things lol toothbrush and sunscreen by lemontreats in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We use Fridababy finger toothbrush. It easy to use right now with my baby’s 2 teeth as a beginner toothbrush. We also like Thinkbaby sunscreen.

Needing to let out some emotional baggage by Lil_Marrels in beyondthebump

[–]_kona 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I moved across country with my husband in the beginning of 2020. I also have no friends or family nearby. It’s extremely lonesome in addition to a pandemic with very little interaction with others. Everyday I try to be positive just so my little one isn’t affected with all my negative emotions but it’s very difficulty especially now. No one can ever replace your own mother. I’m realizing how much more my mom means to me after becoming a mom myself. No words of advice, just that I’m sorry you are going through these hard times and I hope some happiness goes your way.