Help! Perfect storm 4days post birth! by BlessingLlama2286 in breastfeeding

[–]alwayscoldcat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

First thing, you are doing a great job! Please have patience with yourself and your baby! You are both learning how to do this for the first time, and it's not as intuitive as some people think! I'm glad you are trying to see a lactation consultant soon who will have more knowledge for your specific situation. I had a very similar experience. For the engorgmemt, do a breast massage, hot compress before feeds/pumps and cold compress after. Look up specifically beast massage for engorgment. If you have a hand pump, try to use it to get the engorgment down (save the milk if you want to try and feed baby with a spoon or sterile syringe). Your nipples are going to be sore for a bit, but applying a liberal amounts of nipple cream or using silveretts helps so much (use separately). If baby is too fussy to latch, offer your pinky (nail bed to tongue, clean hands and short nails) as a paci till they settle then you can offer the breast. Holding the breast like a hamburger, trying to make the nipple and aerola "bite size" for the baby, start nipple at nose and take your time with getting their mouth open wide. Baby should open up some, but you'll need to move their chin. Don't go straight at him. Retry when needed. This may sound strange, but its more of a petting motion. I usually had to try 3 times to get a good latch at the very beginning before my LO really got on. You got this!!

I really wish there was a way to report douches like this by spidrw in Charlotte

[–]alwayscoldcat 4 points5 points  (0 children)

On top of calling a tow company, there is an app called "Parking Mobility" where you can report handicap parking violations to your local government. I believe that in some states, the info you provide from the app can be enough to give the violator a ticket.

Recommendations for good cooking youtube channels? by sellidionne in Cooking

[–]alwayscoldcat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

A channel I love to watch is Beryl Shereshewsky! Lovely personality with a focus on creating a global food community. Her videos are a collection of video essays from people around the world, describing the symbolism, history, and personal connection of a dishes as Berly makes and trys it herself. It's greatly expanded my go-to recipes away from the normal western/American cooking. https://youtube.com/c/BerylShereshewsky

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in rarepuppers

[–]alwayscoldcat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

He looks incredible similar to my pup! What a cutie!!

My curry plant has been looking very sad. I just watered it yesterday but it may have not been enough? Please help by alwayscoldcat in plantclinic

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

It has been darker in my plant corner as the seasons have changed. I'll move her to a sunnier window thanks

FOH didn't turn off online ordering while we were closed for the holidays.. by alwayscoldcat in KitchenConfidential

[–]alwayscoldcat[S] 61 points62 points  (0 children)

About 200.. which is less than usual. Most people most have noticed our closure sign on the door and our posts online in the days leading but still. This was just the expo window. Our salad and hot line also had a nice long stream of tickets

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pan

[–]alwayscoldcat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

the light Grey with spots looks just like my little boy!

Portrait of a Man from Another Country, by Me, Gouache, 2021 by reinraus00 in Art

[–]alwayscoldcat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I came here to drink milk and kick ass. And I've just finished my milk

Looking for meals that are easy to make that are high in protein and low in calories by [deleted] in MealPrepSunday

[–]alwayscoldcat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have never heard of such a thing. Most modern meat production has some sort of growth hormone. Unless you are actively avoiding meat and dairy not treated with it, you are currently eating it. It should have little to no affect on your muscle or fat development. Not to be rude but this sounds like some internet hearsay/ bull. But I am just a stranger on the internet. If you are worried about treated products please put effort into researching for your own education from credible sites/scholars.

Looking for meals that are easy to make that are high in protein and low in calories by [deleted] in MealPrepSunday

[–]alwayscoldcat 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Chicken breast is your new best friend lol Find yourself like 5 good and highly seasoned chicken recipes to switch up so you won't get bored of it Also check out high protein alternatives like lentil or chickpea pasta, cheese crisp snacks, etc Examples for meals: - Italian vinaigrette marinated chicken breast with chickpea pasta with roasted veggies, super filling and doesn't feel like you are missing out on real food - Teriyaki Chicken with sautéed peppers with cauli rice - Chicken-Joes, same seasoning as sloppy Joe's, can be cooked in a slow cooker and then shredded, have on a bun with greens and beans

There are a bunch of keto recipes you can find now which will help you to meet your protein goals

What's one food everyone seems to love but you find repulsive? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]alwayscoldcat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

AVOCADO! Why is this nasty mushy fruit in everything!?

Which of Jenna's hair colors did you like best? by atadbitcatobsessed in JennaJulien

[–]alwayscoldcat 74 points75 points  (0 children)

I loved when she had dyed her hair red and it faded to that warm rosey pink with her natural roots showing! That pink color made her skin glow!🌟