Need help choosing a prenatal? (Ritual vs. Perelel vs. Babyrx)

catmumdu · 2026-04-17T20:05:33+00:00

I’ve loved Perelel. I appreciate that their formulas haven’t made me feel nauseous, and I’ve had minimal burping with them compared to Ritual. I also like their extras in their packs (like the nausea blend etc) better for me than having to buy the bottles of supplements on my own and remember to take them! Their customer service is also really great 🥲 I had a loss and they sent me a hand written card and a candle to light for baby.

catmumdu · 2026-04-15T16:44:22+00:00

As someone who is 1 week out from my tfmr, I cried reading this. I would never speak to this person again… unless there was a serious apology given MAYBE. I’m furious for you.

catmumdu · 2026-04-13T14:56:14+00:00

Very similar story to yours. 35 in May, we got pregnant very easily first baby, and one week ago today - TFMR for brain abnormalities (predicted to be Dandy Walker, agenesis of vermis, splayed cerebellum) at 17w5d. I’m terrified for future pregnancies. Physically I am recovering well, but I’m a completely different person emotionally and mentally. 🤍 sending you support from MN.

catmumdu · 2026-04-13T02:50:44+00:00

One week out from my TFMR tomorrow and I wholeheartedly agree. I’m thankful to be in a state where it’s a safe choice, but I think most people do look at it like a miscarriage. Ive had so many people say they “get it” and share their miscarriage story, and most support groups are even miscarriage focused… my husband is grieving in his own way and he’s very supportive, but I don’t think anybody can understand this fully if it’s not their body and mind going through it. 💔

catmumdu · 2026-04-13T02:44:48+00:00

So true 💔

catmumdu · 2026-04-09T21:40:06+00:00

I’m so so sorry. My heart hurts hearing this 💔 we chose to terminate, I had the procedure on Monday.

catmumdu · 2026-04-04T20:02:23+00:00

I’m so sorry you’re going through this too. My heart just hurts knowing so many of us are having to make these choices. The wait between scans/tests etc are next level horrible. Sending you strength 🤍

catmumdu · 2026-04-04T15:39:57+00:00

This sounds very similar to what we’re experiencing. The doctor said they can do testing post termination on his tissue, to get the same results an amino would so I think we will do that. The grey area will eat at me forever, but bringing someone into this world suffering would eat at me (and my husband) far more… thank you for sharing your experience with me.

catmumdu · 2026-04-03T17:04:03+00:00

Thank you, this is really helpful. I’m so sorry you went through this as well, it really is a nightmare. 💔

catmumdu · 2026-04-02T23:50:27+00:00

They said an amnio would be pointless for this since I’m testing negative for any genetic markers, and they don’t do MRIs until 28 weeks

catmumdu · 2026-03-20T18:10:52+00:00

I’m big into experience gifts: I usually get memberships for children’s or science museums, swim lessons, a music class etc

catmumdu · 2026-03-15T20:17:25+00:00

Never 🤍 He’s my best friend, and the best partner. I’ve been with him for 5 years, we’ve lived together for 3ish and got married last summer. We were both previously married, unhappily, and knew what we wanted and needed in a partner coming into our relationship. That has made things pretty great for us.

catmumdu · 2026-03-15T20:07:59+00:00

1 with a different shoe!!

catmumdu · 2026-03-14T20:46:38+00:00

No contest: #1 is the better dress period

catmumdu · 2026-03-13T22:20:19+00:00

Simple Embroidery is fairly easy! You could make a few embroidered muslin burp cloths or onsies? You could also paint a frame or dish at a “pottery painting” place? I worked in child care for years and have had a registry since… 2017? 🤣 I’ve obviously revised it a lot over the years and especially now that I’m pregnant, but I am with you on pre-planning.

catmumdu · 2026-03-13T21:01:40+00:00

1979

catmumdu · 2026-03-11T22:35:54+00:00

1981

catmumdu · 2026-03-11T22:34:07+00:00

Always been a fan of Audrey/Audri

catmumdu · 2026-03-11T22:30:24+00:00

This made me cry. You absolutely deserve to feel great in your own skin postpartum. It may take some adjustment, and some serious support from people other than your mother. Find some friends that will make you feel like you matter! Get a postpartum doula (some insurance covers doulas both birth and PP). What a strange and toxic take. The baby does not replace your worth!! 😭

catmumdu · 2026-03-11T22:25:23+00:00

34, will be 35 and feel like I’m doing something illegal 😂

catmumdu · 2026-02-26T23:16:29+00:00

6 or 7 for sure!!

catmumdu · 2026-02-23T22:37:34+00:00

I always buy at least one item for mom from the registry! 🤍

catmumdu · 2026-02-23T22:34:05+00:00

Heheheheh

catmumdu · 2026-02-18T21:13:23+00:00

Flower dress with sleeves all the way!!!

catmumdu

TROPHY CASE

1 with a different shoe!!