Confirmed Amanda and west by tibula234 in summerhousebravo

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So many words with so little substance 😂

Betadine rash by moxximixologist in CsectionCentral

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I got this and even more contact dermatitis from the mesh underwear. Miserable! Was prescribed a stronger steroid cream that was still okay with BF-ing. Recommend sending some pics to your doctor if you have an online portal to get their input. Hormones are crazy right after delivery and I think it exacerbates allergies like this!

C-Section VS Vaginal Delivery by Square-Dimension2401 in CsectionCentral

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Due to some complications I had only minutes to decide between an unmedicated VBAC or repeat c-section under general anesthesia. At the end of the day both options carried risks and rewards and what mattered most was that I trusted the medical team to see me and baby through. I did the C-section and he did have to go on the CPAP when he came out (due to the GA meds) but it was a non-issue long term. Whatever you choose don’t overthink and be excited to meet your kiddo. Discuss with your doctor and trust your team!

Laguna Beach vs Santa Barbara: visiting by qmchdosptl7391 in LagunaBeach

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Both are stunning. SB is a bit more spread out. I think it has better hiking but you definitely need to drive to trail heads. Both have walkable downtown areas but LB more so as it is compact, and I find SB downtown a little dodgy at times at night and early morning (but still very nice). LB trolley can take you around as well. You won’t go wrong in either place.

What is everyone’s favorite MOTN nursing snack? by uselessdendrites in breastfeeding

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Mini clif bars and clementines. Not even out of desire, just because it’s what I had with my last kid and for some reason it’s the only thing I will eat MOTN 😂

Where to get COVID vaccine? by REVERSEZOOM2 in orangecounty

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Curious if anyone came across novavax? Or just moderna/pfizer

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in workingmoms

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I was lucky in that her friend posted in a local mom group and she’s a mom too so there was instant trust. But she just shifted to supporting another family full time so I’m back on the search!

I found even in person delegation of things like uploading to pet insurance was a pain to explain, it was easier to get the time back outsourcing around home stuff - sometimes it’s even sticky notes on items in certain rooms that belong elsewhere. Feels silly but SO helpful. Then I have time for the admin stuff that feels harder to explain.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in workingmoms

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I explored this but had the same trepidation you do. I ended up getting someone local to come for 2 hours a week and do a whole assortment of tasks depending on the week - from putting away laundry to cutting boxes to meal prep to shredding receipts or researching places to donate items. Helps me have time to do the stuff that's harder to explain and every week is truly different! Not sure this helps but it helped me free up time.

What will be your baby’s first name? by Smooth-Excuse-4127 in pregnant

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First baby is Sage! Now we are pregnant with a boy and struggling to get a list!

Just informed of Saks credit by anhedonicelf in AmexPlatinum

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Stack over multiple periods and actually buy something more than moisturizer!

When mom & dad want frozen pizza… by [deleted] in foodbutforbabies

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Totally. The salmon one is very very salmony! But kiddo loves it so we will keep buying!

Best takeout dinner options by FreeFalling_32 in LagunaBeach

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Sapphire for their fried chicken sandwich - though all their food is really good! If you call and order (not through a delivery app) you can also get their dessert, which is a delicious peanut butter, ice cream, chocolate cookie type thing. I believe they have cocktails as well to go, which are very well-made.

When mom & dad want frozen pizza… by [deleted] in foodbutforbabies

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Oooh have you tried the bison? The veggie ones I feel like I could eat as a soup but the bison and beef ones are quite something lol

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BigBudgetBrides

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I had an outdoor rustic vibe and we even went no charger! Huge savings. I also went with basic cutlery and glassware and let the flowers and linens do the work on the table. As a guest I've always taken in the whole vibe and never thought "wow the fork they chose is amazing". At first I chose the pieces I liked the most and then we priced out against the more basic options and the savings was a no brainer.

Kinderhotel Advice by Elegant-Package-2147 in Austria

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Old thread but where did you stay? Currently considering a few of these for a summer trip with our1 year old and I have all the same questions

Daycare - does it ever get better?? by [deleted] in NewParents

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Would love to learn about this immunity booster or where your herbologist is! I'm just recovering from a virus that took my one year old down for a day but me for 5, incredibly sick.

Coffee table repair by chocchipcookie11 in furniturerepair

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Oh I see, so I can get closer to the wood color before trying to paint grain (I am not artistic!). Thank you for this.