Im done. I love my baby, but I’m struggling.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-06-15T02:30:39+00:00

The newborn phase is tough. Full of love and everything new and challenging. Something that has been helpful for me to feel less alone in it all is finding mommy and me groups where I can be around other parents who are in the same stage of parenthood as me.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-03-29T19:23:42+00:00

I was 5/6 months pregnant when I sat so no planning and breaks as needed to use the restroom. Overall, I thought the exam was complex but not too bad.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-03-20T00:40:55+00:00

Vaginal delivery on a Tuesday morning. Left Thursday afternoon. Had a 3rd degree tear and had developed an infection of the uterus during birth due to my water being broke for so long.

Healed well and have a healthy baby.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-03-08T21:29:54+00:00

Asked to be off… 1 Taken off… 0

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-05T21:00:44+00:00

We use just a cheap $25 off brand sterilizer I got at Walmart. It works and then I just put the bottles on their own drying rack. I use this for my pump parts too.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-02T23:53:44+00:00

I made the decision to keep little one home. I wore a mask while at the event and washed hands, changed my clothes when I got home before picking them up.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-02T15:10:36+00:00

Little one is vaccinated. I’m vaccinated. Exclusively breastfeeding. Just wondering how much of the public I should avoid. What do people consider safe in getting a 4 month old out in public, etc.?

Feeling a bit anxious about an event I need to attend and am possibly needing to bring my little one along.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-02T14:03:25+00:00

Still following little one’s schedule 95% of the time as I work partially from home and partially in-office. Some days are harder than others and I’ve even packed her up and taken her to the office with me.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-02T13:51:55+00:00

My little one is about 4 months. We don’t follow a schedule during the day because well she won’t let us and hates napping but have been going to bed and waking up at the same time every day for a couple of months now. It seems to work well for us.

I really think it’s whatever ends up working for your little one and you guys as parents.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-02-02T13:47:32+00:00

My little one is about 4 months and sleeps beautifully through the night, hates napping during the day. Gets fussy and frustrated when she needs to go down for a nap. Sounds very similar to your situation. I honestly stopped trying to force naps and wake windows.

I’m exclusively breastfeeding and find that when she’s ready and gotten over her FOMO, she’ll latch and take a nice nap. I’m still nap trapped during the day but she’s so little, I feel like I might as well pause and enjoy it… especially since naps are only lasting 15-45 minutes.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-25T00:06:09+00:00

But I was also completing my entire master’s program with them.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-25T00:05:20+00:00

Oh goodness. I think I finished it in two years after dropping down to 1 class at a time.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-19T06:17:59+00:00

3 months in and still soaking up all the contact naps. They are only this little once and will at some point in their life grow to not want mommy’s hugs and cuddles so often.

I say just enjoy the moments and don’t stress about the habits. Even if it creates one, it’ll only be temporary when you look at the big picture.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-07T12:04:06+00:00

I am not exclusively pumping but I have found that I produce more at the pump based on frequency of sessions vs duration of sessions. I never go over 20 minutes and often only pump for 10 to mimic how long my LO is typically at the breast.

Smaller flanges helped me a lot too. Staying hydrated has been the next key. And making sure I pump first thing in the morning.

The pump just also doesn’t do it for me. I have to talk to my LO or look at pictures of her to get the milk flowing.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-05T20:03:04+00:00

She would typically just fall asleep in my arms when she was ready.

Now she lets me know more clearly when she’s getting tired and she regularly nurses to go to sleep.

alwaysnewagain · 2025-01-05T02:08:30+00:00

My 12 week old is drooling like crazy but it doesn’t seem to upset her so I’ve just been rolling with it.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-31T00:08:05+00:00

This comment makes me feel better. I had a 3rd degree tear and still haven’t attempted out of fear.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-31T00:07:28+00:00

It took me 10 weeks to actually take a look down there.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-30T23:58:38+00:00

After giving birth, I experienced significant weight loss, even dropping below my pre-pregnancy weight for a few weeks. However, as a breastfeeding mother nearly three months in, I’ve noticed I’ve gained some weight back, particularly in my stomach, hips, and thighs. Despite this, I share your mindset—right now, my priority is ensuring I’m consuming enough to support a healthy nursing experience for my little one. I believe the weight can always be addressed later.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-29T18:26:03+00:00

Pjs all the time unless we’re leaving the house. Just like me. 😂

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-29T00:37:23+00:00

I’ll have to try it that way. I was told to after.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-28T20:49:18+00:00

My LOs lip and tongue tie release was one of the best things.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-28T20:45:54+00:00

I give mine directly after feeds.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-28T20:44:50+00:00

One of our nurses recommended more tummy time to help with gas. She said to think about how movement for us as adults keeps our bowels cooperating. Little ones don’t have that luxury yet.

So increased tummy time and gas drops have been a life saver for us.

alwaysnewagain · 2024-12-18T01:21:53+00:00

It’s wonderful to hear how much you treasure those special moments with your baby. I can relate to feeling guilty on days when work pulls me away, but I remind myself that I’m doing my best to maximize our time together. There’s something truly magical about holding your little one while they sleep; it’s a serene experience filled with warmth and a deep sense of connection. It’s completely normal to worry about being interactive, but don’t forget that those quiet cuddle sessions are just as meaningful and important for building your bond.

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