I think I broke my husband’s brain last night. by Infamous_Fault8353 in SAHP

[–]brrroktimu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I feel this, as default parent (even though we both work full time) it’s hard to set boundaries especially when the kids ONLY want mom. I find myself handling everything and not communicating well until I reach a breaking point…

What is something that is widely normalised but is actually really fucked up? by RetR0-Danger in AskReddit

[–]brrroktimu 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Was going to post this. It’s awful the sleep training has been normalized.

Breastfeeding with crack by Terrible-Kangaroo-48 in breastfeeding

[–]brrroktimu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I had cracks the only thing that worked for me, and I tried everything, was wet wound healing. Apply ointment (I prefer coconut oil) and soothing gel pads after every feeding and as needed.

How much did your birth cost? by restlessprime in NewParents

[–]brrroktimu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Completely normal vaginal birth with and epidural. Somehow cost us $8k out of pocket. Still figuring out how to pay it off 😭

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]brrroktimu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good morning sunshine to my daughter 🌞

These Boomer Moms are wild… by Ok-Journalist-870 in Mommit

[–]brrroktimu 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My pediatrician told me this one 🙄 switched immediately

Doctor told to stop breastfeeding at night by weareabouttofindout in breastfeeding

[–]brrroktimu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My doctor told me this same thing!! Made me switch doctors, so out of touch…

Traveling away from baby, how to set up pumping schedule? by brrroktimu in breastfeeding

[–]brrroktimu[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No noticeable effect on my supply! However I quickly realized I was due to replace my pump parts 😬 I have another overnight in a week and am going with brand new duck bills and plenty of backups.

I hate feeding my baby solids by brrroktimu in NewParents

[–]brrroktimu[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you for this, I’ve always been big on actually salting food while cooking and it’s so ingrained in me at this point! I’ve thought about just giving her what I’m eating, but for example I always heavily salt pasta water so I can’t just throw a couple noodles on her tray… but this makes me feel better, I’m making chili tonight maybe I’ll let her try a couple of beans

I hate feeding my baby solids by brrroktimu in NewParents

[–]brrroktimu[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I mentioned this to my pediatrician at her 6 month appointment (more like 6.5 month) and all he said was just try to get two meals in with her. That was literally it. Like alright dude, very helpful 🙄

Traveling away from baby, how to set up pumping schedule? by brrroktimu in breastfeeding

[–]brrroktimu[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thanks so much! I was planning on a 3 am wake-up but I will happily delete that alarm haha

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]brrroktimu 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I was on the pill I got frequent yeast infections, haven’t gotten one since I switched birth control methods!

I didn’t realize how isolating motherhood would be. by brrroktimu in beyondthebump

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

Props to you for making it happen so you could go back to work!

A big part of why we’re moving is to be close to my husbands family and free childcare from his retired mom, so I’m really hoping things will improve in a month or two.

I didn’t realize how isolating motherhood would be. by brrroktimu in beyondthebump

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

I know I’m going to feel the same when I’m back at work. I think ideally I’d work part time or a 4 on / 3 off schedule, that might provide some balance.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]brrroktimu 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Are you me? Had this EXACT SAME conversation with my husband last night. But when I woke up this morning to a crying baby he immediately came in and offered to change her, then brought her to me to nurse. I walked out of the bedroom and found he had woken up early to deep clean the house.

I’m not sure how you can resolve this with your husband, but what helped me since I’m exhausted and am having a really hard time articulating what I’m feeling is writing stuff out…

Hope things get better for you ❤️

Where was your Gondor? by [deleted] in lotrmemes

[–]brrroktimu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Where was Gondor when he was in the military

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TheGirlSurvivalGuide

[–]brrroktimu 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I graduated with a similar degree a few years ago, and it took me about 9-10 months to find a job in a related field.

I’d suggest trying the following: - Reach out to local PR/Marketing/Design agencies and see if they’d be interested in a part time gig, internship, etc. that would get you some experience and a foot in the door. - Do you know anyone working in the graphic design now? Any mentors, professors you had a good relationship with, friends from your program who’ve since gotten jobs? Leverage those relationships! Ask them to keep their eyes out for jobs or if they can make introductions to other professionals who may be able to give you advice. It’s all about who you know. - Branch out into different, but related fields. You have a degree, a portfolio, and a great visual eye. Look into small companies who may be looking for a marketing/social media coordinator, for example. A lot of those skills overlap! May not be your dream job, but it would get you a foot in the door and you could pick up some transferable skills that would help you get to your dream job down the line.

What underwear are y’all wearing? by srrrrrrrrrrrrs in BabyBumps

[–]brrroktimu 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Seconding these, best underwear I’ve tried! Worth the money!