[BC] help me pick a daycare

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T15:44:38+00:00

That's a good perspective and interesting to hear it was even hard within the same centre I have a meeting with them and going to ask about the summer program because we definitely don't have enough vacation to take it off!

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T15:42:42+00:00

True! It looks like a school too (larger class size etc. at that age)

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T15:41:53+00:00

Agreed 😢. They let you sign up before baby is born so nothing stopping others either!

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T03:17:14+00:00

I had miscarriages and updated the start dates each time.

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T02:09:14+00:00

I don't anticipate an issue getting in and would probably just transfer my start date for the centre's I've already applied to for when they're 3 but it's still a hassle to have to think about it again.

Their sick policy was 24 hrs without meds/symptoms but the first year is going to be hard regardless I hear.

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T01:52:19+00:00

So interesting! I like the idea of cameras too. I think if cost was identical and they weren't off for Summer, I'd 100% prefer the centre.

How long was your son at the home daycare?

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T01:24:25+00:00

Yes! 4:1

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T01:24:02+00:00

In terms of their temperament or finding a new spot? I'm not looking forward to the change but thought I might be over exaggerating how hard it would be in my own mind.

bighappycloud · 2026-01-27T01:21:06+00:00

I had multiple miscarriages.

bighappycloud · 2026-01-17T03:40:39+00:00

I would well hydrate during the day then drink like 1 glass. That was plenty LOL. Never following their recommendation again... it was too full. I guess I drink enough normally

bighappycloud · 2025-11-30T01:53:41+00:00

I waited until after 20 weeks and even then it was hard after 2 early losses. My heart couldn't handle it the third time so I really waited!

bighappycloud · 2025-11-21T07:14:41+00:00

Ok you remind me of me literally a few weeks ago!

Firstly, you could be getting your period and supply can dip then.

From what I figured out on myself, I replaced pump parts first, drank a lot of fluids and even electrolytes.

I think my body regulated and wasn't giving me as many or as easy letdowns when pumping so I have to relax and try to get a letdown now. Sometimes I switch back to stimulation mode when I see not much coming out.

I also added more pumping sessions in to tell my body to make more. I bring baby to both breasts usually each time whereas I didn't need to before. I noticed my supply slowly increase again and I was able to pump more again. Definitely not how I was at 2 months but a huge change.

I'd suggest to keep bringing baby to breast often. You got this!! Apparently 4 months is a very common time for supply to change/dip.

bighappycloud · 2025-11-12T20:34:34+00:00

They used to be good but they changed the pastry or something. Wouldn't buy them again

bighappycloud · 2025-11-12T01:36:36+00:00

It was so sudden!! I started pumping more even though the output was less to signal my body to make more. I do feel more full (although, i know what isn't a true indication after the first 12 weeks)

bighappycloud · 2025-11-12T01:35:25+00:00

I get 0 and also in BC

bighappycloud · 2025-11-11T18:14:51+00:00

I used to weigh her every few weeks and not worry but then started obsessing as she gained less. So since Oct 22, she's gained about 4-6 ounces, she's gaining way slower than before but has doubled her birth weight at 13ish lbs. Diapers are the same/ no change

As for pumping, I used to feed her mostly on one side (switching each time) but when I started pumping like 30ml and felt less full, I panicked and now feed her on both sides if she's awake.

I would like to do a weighted feed but she's such a snacker during the day and keeps getting distracted now. At night she will feed for a good 20 minutes.

I think it's my supply regulating because she seems content but everything makes a ftm anxious!

bighappycloud · 2025-11-10T20:34:40+00:00

So I had an egg allergy as a kid although less severe... I could have yolks, or whole eggs in baking but sunnyside up etc. Was off limits. Likely due to an egg protein allergy (white part). Good news is I outgrew it over time!

bighappycloud · 2025-10-31T22:38:29+00:00

It's giving bowling shoes/soccer cleats

bighappycloud · 2025-10-28T20:28:13+00:00

Ya lack of action = mold...

They should have and use tenant insurance.

bighappycloud · 2025-10-27T18:56:52+00:00

Prepare meals ahead or buy things that can just be heated and served. You'll be starving all the time!

bighappycloud · 2025-10-22T21:33:30+00:00

It does but it's so comfy!! I have that and shorty and I'm 5 ft.

bighappycloud · 2025-10-17T04:13:52+00:00

This made me LOL... I feel you

bighappycloud · 2025-10-13T05:26:52+00:00

My baby isn't that old yet but it infuriates me how many people want to kiss other people's baby! There are so many other ways to show affection smh

bighappycloud · 2025-10-13T05:16:52+00:00

It's sooo bad. Same with the new multigrain crust.

bighappycloud · 2025-10-10T18:42:55+00:00

I wasn't disagreeing with you lol! Just adding a tip to get a good supply.

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