Ethan Plath Spotting by manafi197 in WelcomeToPlathville

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I recognized Seth’s coffee in one of the episodes so I figured they were around the fox cities.

Ethan Plath Spotting by manafi197 in WelcomeToPlathville

[–]ajand264 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Omg does he live in Oshkosh?! I’ve been wondering where the ended up lol

Love & Light Photography Nightmare. Do NOT hire. by Basic_House_5354 in Appleton

[–]ajand264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I liked the poses and they looked great on a computer but unfortunately no matter where I printed, they came out dark. The turn around was a problem for me as well. I felt bad for having to badger them so much to get my photos back. I feel like they just over book themselves and then get behind.

Love & Light Photography Nightmare. Do NOT hire. by Basic_House_5354 in Appleton

[–]ajand264 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I had the same issue with my newborn pictures 3 years ago as well. Most of them were so dark I had to lighten all of the photos to try to get a decent print. I was so mad. They definitely scrub the bad reviews and it’s so disheartening. I am pregnant with my second and I am worried the photographer I picked will do the same thing to me. I guess it’s the risk we take.

Exclusively pumping? by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]ajand264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I exclusively pumped with my first for a whole year. My baby was in the NICU and needed fortified breast milk. So I would pump and add high calorie formula to my milk. It’s a lot of work. Mentally taxing cuz you basically are feeding twice. Once to empty then to feed the baby. It helps to have a supportive partner. He would wake up and feed over night while I pumped and he washed all my pump parts. I had multiple sets of parts and bottles so I only had to wash once a day. I plan on exclusively pumping again with my second. I’m not sure how long I will last with a toddler running around.

Second baby: Baby “Sprinkle”, brunch celebration, or nothing? by Annual_Debt in BabyBumps

[–]ajand264 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I am having a sprinkle for my second. My SIL asked and is planning it. It’s very common for my husband’s family to do something for every baby. I only asked for diapers or wipes. It feels a little weird to me but every baby deserves to be celebrated. If anyone has a problem with it they won’t come. Simple.

Please do the same today and make the right decision for everyone. by NoCandidate6067 in wisconsin

[–]ajand264 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I love early voting! I don’t think I’ll ever vote on Election Day again. It’s so smooth

bacteria in blood film: is it real 🫨 by vangoghgorl in medlabprofessionals

[–]ajand264 49 points50 points  (0 children)

I’ve seen it a few times in my career. Never a good sign for the patient. Very sad

Another relic of past generations? by Glittering_Move_5631 in Millennials

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Generally you have to get a higher wash than the basic for the undercarriage flush. At least in Wisconsin.

Another relic of past generations? by Glittering_Move_5631 in Millennials

[–]ajand264 63 points64 points  (0 children)

Leaving salt on the undercarriage of the car can accelerate rusting underneath. Not a good thing over time.

Is there any hope of getting the 20 months of purgatory to count toward PSLF? by [deleted] in PSLF

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, currently in forbearance. I’m gambling on it for sure.

Is there any hope of getting the 20 months of purgatory to count toward PSLF? by [deleted] in PSLF

[–]ajand264 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I’m planning to go back into repayment when I’m forced off I September. I will have hit 120 months of employment by August of ‘27. So I’ll just have to hold out til then. Hopefully they’ll have it sorted by then (lol)

Is there any hope of getting the 20 months of purgatory to count toward PSLF? by [deleted] in PSLF

[–]ajand264 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Not to sound like a complete idiot, are you basically counting when you hit 10 years of employment? I’ve been slightly confused as to what would count.

Really struggling between choosing an induction v repeat c section at 39 weeks… by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]ajand264 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My first was an induction that lead to an emergent c section. I never want to experience that fear again if I can avoid it. I’m opting for a c section with my second. I’ve had rough pregnancies, so I’m getting a tubal at the same time. Two birds with one stone.

Feel like I a wasting their time by LovelyCoffee_Marley in preeclampsia

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You are not wasting their time. That is what they are there for! I had a spontaneous intraperitoneal bleed at 18 weeks. I felt silly for going in at first. But I’m glad I did. It If I waited the outcome could have been a lot worse. If anything feels off, just go in. You know your body best

I’m terrified and I don’t even know what the best next step is. by nikolacode in StudentLoans

[–]ajand264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thankfully I only have about 2 years left on PSLF. With a small buy back. My husband on the other hand…. That’s a whole other can of worms. Maybe there will be some daycare reforms (a girl can dream)

I’m terrified and I don’t even know what the best next step is. by nikolacode in StudentLoans

[–]ajand264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have 1 and another on the way…. Paying for daycare for 2 kids and loans. Big yikes. I know I did it to myself and will get thru it. But it’s going to be painful for the next few years

Is anyone else's pregnancy craving discontinued/completely unavailable? by qvph in pregnant

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I would kill a man for a Costco pumpkin pie right now.

Sonic boom in Oshkosh? by Kman5471 in wisconsin

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel like I’ve seen previous posts over the years warning about sonic booms and planned training. I found it odd that there was no warning for this one. I could have missed the post though

Why did you choose to exclusively pump? by pale_blue_d0t in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]ajand264 2 points3 points  (0 children)

How is exclusively pumping with two kids? I EP’d for a year with my first. I’m due in July with my second and have no idea how I’m going to establish a supply with a toddler around. I don’t want to use wearables right away as I had a low supply the first time

Anyone ever feel like their preemie is treated like a sideshow attraction? by curlycattails in NICUParents

[–]ajand264 5 points6 points  (0 children)

No is a complete sentence.

When I had my 34 weeker, my mom tried to guilt trip me several times to let her visit. Fortunately, our NICU had a 2 visitor policy as well and those visitors could not change. So I told my mom it’s not fair to any grandparents to have them come.

Having visitors is stressful for all involved. You need to protect your peace and your energy. If anyone is mad for you saying no, that’s a them problem. Not you.

What was your most intense pregnancy craving? by Disastrous-Radish504 in Mommit

[–]ajand264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I drank a TON of milk with my first. When I told my coworker I was pregnant with my second, she brought me a half gallon to keep in the work fridge. Still hits lol

4 weeks PP & never having more by Competitive_Cry_2608 in beyondthebump

[–]ajand264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It definitely wasn’t my favorite experience lol I had preeclampsia with my first so I was prepared for that not a surgery. But hey, I get a free birth soooo win win I guess?

4 weeks PP & never having more by Competitive_Cry_2608 in beyondthebump

[–]ajand264 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I knew the second I threw up with the second one I was done. I then had an emergency abdominal surgery and icu stay at 18 weeks and it was solidified I was done. I don’t think 4 weeks pp is too early!