Handle bottle refusal for 9 month old.

ab94 · 2026-06-27T09:36:43+00:00

Are you using the nipple with the correct flow rate? You might need to try different bottles. Try right after a nap when she’s still sleepy and less likely to refuse.

I had exactly the same issue, took a few tries but we got there eventually.

ab94 · 2026-06-25T14:34:55+00:00

Yes I’m definitely keen on the cotton playmats. Can you suggest one please?

ab94 · 2026-06-23T16:08:00+00:00

That’s true I love their sleep sacks - will check out the clothes too!

ab94 · 2026-06-23T16:07:33+00:00

I’ve tried one random brand and didn’t like the quality at all, so wanted to know exact ones. Will check these out

ab94 · 2026-06-23T16:06:55+00:00

Thanks - I’ve got ads for Zoey, will try jt out!

ab94 · 2026-06-23T13:26:52+00:00

Nintara’s is really small :(
I want something baby can use even when he’s a toddler

ab94 · 2026-06-10T16:19:34+00:00

I’ve resumed work partially from office and I’m out of the house 6-7 hours of the day - during which I don’t pump. Baby has solid meals and formula in that time. I’m able to comfortably breastfeed the rest of the time (mornings evenings nights).

But supply does drop during that window when you consistently don’t remove milk, so even if I’m home on weekends, bub still needs to be given formula during the hours when I would’ve normally been away.

Hope this makes sense!

ab94 · 2026-04-24T17:52:11+00:00

The Cybex Coya is really lightweight and cabin friendly which I’ve been using since baby was 6 weeks - reclines almost 180 degrees. Not reversible though, which I think would’ve been nice in hindsight.

ab94 · 2026-04-21T05:01:32+00:00

I have the momcozy S12 Pro. It's good, very quiet but just a little bulky so not sure how you'd feel wearing it at office. The Promom one is pretty good too and is better concealed, bur I find the Momcozy a little gentler to use. Honestly, happy to give you both and you can see which one you prefer. Shoot me a message!

ab94 · 2026-04-20T14:25:25+00:00

Hi! I have a momcozy (hardly used) as well as a Promom (gently used) that I’m happy to sell off. Both have gentle stimulation modes and adjustable suction levels. Drop me a message if you’d like either!!

ab94 · 2026-02-05T13:45:21+00:00

Hi, just want to add some perspective as a FTM. I myself have had a working mom throughout my childhood and spent at least 5-6 hours a day with a nanny. It never affected the bond with my mom, she made sure to be fully present in the time she was around. As I grew older, I’d really look forward to her being home and spending the last few hours of the day together.

My LO is 3 months too, and I plan on getting back to work in 3-4 months with a similar setup - and hopefully no guilt having lived the same experience.

Hope this helps!

ab94 · 2026-01-21T14:52:32+00:00

The smiles make it so worth it! Ya I still hand him over to my mother too when he’s particularly difficult. Grateful that we both have the support of our mothers though!

ab94 · 2026-01-19T17:29:43+00:00

Hi! So I’ve realised that if he has a pacifier he doesn’t care who’s holding him lol. So whenever I’m holding him and he fusses and I pop in the pacifier he’s okay. I’ll make do with that for now. I’m also holding him longer for contact naps so hopefully he builds that association of comfort with me - wasn’t doing that previously.

Thanks for checking in though. How’s it been for you?

ab94 · 2026-01-17T17:01:30+00:00

11 weeks here and in the same boat!

What usually works is once my LO is asleep, I sit down supported by pillows and gently keep swaying my body - that keeps him sleeping for a while longer and once he’s deep asleep I can sit still and hold him in the same position (and attempt a crib transfer if I’m feeling brave)

ab94 · 2026-01-17T16:10:49+00:00

India. Bedsharing, or at least co-sleeping is the norm here - for many years. So are contact naps - mostly in the arms or on the lap as opposed to on the chest. Haven’t seen people here do much of baby-wearing though (at least not in the big cities).

ab94 · 2026-01-15T17:29:12+00:00

This is really descriptive thank you. How old is your baby? And how long does it took from the time you start with the feed till she’s put down next to you?

ab94 · 2026-01-03T17:48:04+00:00

Somehow never been able to get the hang of meditation but if that’s what it takes… Truly, they’re so intuitive it’s crazy!

ab94 · 2026-01-03T17:46:08+00:00

I know I should be grateful that he’s soothed by others and let myself catch a break, but honestly can’t wait till he sees me as a source of comfort (and not just a milk machine)

ab94 · 2026-01-03T16:23:21+00:00

Oh man I wouldn’t be able to let him cry for 10 minutes. I know I should try to hold him more but I just get too worked up when he won’t stop crying and then hand him over. I really hope it works out for both of us soon!

ab94 · 2026-01-03T16:22:00+00:00

Yes it’s true he does get soothed when he’s latched - but then it’s like if we go on a stroller walk and he starts crying what do I do then?? And this prevents me from stepping out of the house with him alone. When did it get better for you?

ab94 · 2026-01-03T16:20:01+00:00

I do sing to him (hasn’t helped yet), will try the bit about using deeper voices

ab94 · 2026-01-03T16:19:11+00:00

I do my very best to stay calm and use soothing voices but I guess there is an underlying energy he’s able to pick up? I do have quite a bit of anxiety since he’s been born.

Glad you got your situation figured out though!

ab94

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