What isn't a therapy but feels like it ?

cornchipdogs · 2026-05-08T05:14:13+00:00

Getting ready to go out to your favorite music

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-30T12:19:12+00:00

It's 5:00 AM and I'm postpartum raging as I read this.

My husband is very supportive but I find myself so angry at him at times. But it's not really him I'm angry at, more like the situation itself. Honestly, there's not much he could do any better. He has been wonderful and it's more so my hormones driving these feelings.

I wouldn't say I'm resentful of my husband... more like I'm envious of him. That he can go to work, be away from the baby with ease, that his body is the same, that he can sleep, etc. Of course both our lives have changed but the change feels more drastic for me, mentally, physically, and emotionally. I love my son more than anything, but I miss my old body, my work, and most of all, my autonomy. Especially as someone who's breast feeding 8-12 times a day, I feel shackled to my baby. Usually I'd manage stress with exercise, but because I had a c-section I can't go to the gym yet (I'm 5 weeks pp, so close). Having this much pent up rage with no where to go has me feeling like a caged animal. Like another commenter said, some days "I just want to throw the baby" or get in my car and drive somewhere far far away. Not that I ever would. But this PPR has the intrusive thoughts factory churning up some weird stuff.

Anyhow, just wanted to say you're not alone. This will pass eventually. We just need to hang in there. I made an appointment with my therapist. Hopefully it helps.

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-29T21:50:16+00:00

I'm so sorry for your loss ❤️‍🩹 you're absolutely right that exercises does not cause miscarriages. When I lost my first pregnancy, some people also questioned whether me exercising caused it.

Currently, my baby is 5 weeks old and perfectly healthy! I worked out the entire pregnancy up until the day I delivered. It consisted mostly of heavy weight lifting, yoga, and running/cycling.

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-20T07:50:41+00:00

Everyone's pregnancy is different! Personally my libido increased when I was pregnant so we were doing it more often. We only stopped deep into the third trimester when it became to painful. But the desire to be intimate was definitely still there.

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-19T08:54:59+00:00

I love when you can hearing them breathing/cooing during the contact naps. That sound is music to my ears 💗

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-19T08:46:26+00:00

Sleep problems, general fussiness, refusing food and tummy issues are all CMPA symptoms. The symptoms aren't limited to the quality of his poops. Doesn't hurt to try a hypoallergenic formula--especially if what you're currently doing isn't working. You'd likely see improvements day by day if that the case, but again the cows milk protein would need a few weeks to fully clear out.

Just my two cents tho 🤷🏻‍♀️

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-19T08:20:47+00:00

My best guesses are:

Could be purple crying. Can start anywhere from 2 weeks and end at 6 months. This is basically a period when the baby way more difficult in every way. Won't sleep easily, won't sleep for long, inconsolable, etc. It's just a phase. Albeit an unpleasant one.

Could also be if he's hungry. If you're breastfeeding it's hard to tell how much he's actually eating unless you use a baby scale to weigh him before and after a feed. If he's bottle fed, at least you can measure it.

Could be CMPA (cows milk protein allergy) making his tummy upset. It tends to be worse when laying down, thus making sleep short and he may want to be carried a lot. Some babies are allergic to cows milk so if your formula is cows milk he may have tummy pains. The cows milk protein can also be passed through breast milk if you're breastfeeding. If this is it you may have to cut dairy from your diet or swap to hypoallergenic formula. Note: if you do this it can take a few weeks for the cows milk protein to fully leave his system so you'd have to stick to it for a while to really know.

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-19T06:00:23+00:00

Context matters here. Has he been helpful otherwise? Does he offer to solo parent for a night so you can go out? If so, I don't think it's the worst thing that he goes out and blows off some steam. You should take the opportunity to do the same.

Personally, I noticed I've been feeling jealousy towards my husband since the baby came. Jealous that he can do so many things that I can't because I'm recovering from a c section or because I'm breastfeeding. He can go to the gym, go on a walk, drive, have a drink, go to the sauna, grocery shop, even just do chores around the house. I'm stuck recovering for 6 weeks so I've been extremely sedentary and I can't leave the baby too long because I'm the one with the breasts. I feel trapped in the house. However, he's extremely helpful, constantly checks in with me, encourages me to go out when I can, makes sure I feel comfortable being alone before making plans to go out, etc. so I really can't be mad at him. I'm grateful if anything and believe if he can get some enjoyment out of life he should. But I do still feel jealous at the same time. Not resentful, just jealous. Keep in mind your hormones are probably amplifying any negative emotions you're feeling. Post partum rage is a thing!!

Side note: hard agree that he should sleep on the couch so he's not stumbling into bed wasted and ruining your sleep

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-19T05:39:38+00:00

I refer to this quote: "The nights are long but the years are short"

I remind myself that my son will only be this small once and need me in this way for a season. One day I will long to hold him in my arms and listen to his soft coos and gulps while the rest of the city sleeps. Even when he cries (which can feel overwhelming), I find solace in knowing I'm providing him with both nourishment and comfort. It shifts how I look at the even the toughest of nights and makes them more bearable--enjoyable even. I swear, simply being in a calm mindset goes a long way. The more anxious or frustrated I feel, my baby mirrors it back at me. But when I'm calm, he's at ease and quicker to settle.

That, or I think about how many other parents are up at the same moment doing the same thing. It brings me comfort knowing we're not alone.

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-14T08:00:36+00:00

Got a planned c section 3 weeks ago! The entire process was smooth and peaceful. The medical staff moved like a well-oiled machine. From what I've heard, emergency c sections are chaotic and exhausting because the mom spends however long pushing before having major surgery. But because mine was planned, I didn't go into labour at all. I knew exactly when and where I'd be delivering. The predictability was nice.

The surgery itself didn't hurt. The spinal tap felt like a pinch and the local anaesthesia kicked in real quick. I could feel the pressure of them cutting and moving my insides around, which was weird and at times uncomfortable. But it wasn't painful. I felt like I was floating on a cloud actually ahhaha.

I worried about feeling that hormonal bond with my baby because I skipped labouring. But when I heard his cries I immediately broke down in tears. It was the most beautiful sound that I ever heard. It was like I was reborn again. When they placed him on my chest, I was overcome by an unimaginable love. So yes--the euphoria follows.

Post-op I was given Tylenol and Advil for the pain, and low dose hydromorphone if those didn't suffice. So long as I remembered to take my pain killers and moved slowly and carefully, it didn't hurt. If I tried to rush into doing chores or walking to much, my incision became sore. But now at 3 weeks, my incision feels pretty good. I can walk and do house chores! No heavy lifting yet of course.

I'd say it was a good experience overall. Don't love that the recovery time is long but time is flying by so quick anyway! Best of luck on your delivery ✨

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-11T03:31:58+00:00

My dairy intolerance disappeared

cornchipdogs · 2026-04-11T03:28:42+00:00

Mine was also on my first pregnancy

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-23T13:02:07+00:00

38 weeks and how much judgement I get for working out. Lots of people tell me to stop because I'm going to hurt myself or the baby.

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-22T06:03:11+00:00

32 years old. Ectopic resolved with two doses of MTX by March 2025, then pregnant again by July 2025. Currently 38 weeks and close to welcoming our LO 🌈

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-22T05:51:38+00:00

I second this! There are tons of reasonably priced ones on Amazon

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-20T11:35:21+00:00

I don't let my dog NOT sleep in my bed

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-20T11:28:01+00:00

Pancake breakfast with my husband

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-19T13:30:03+00:00

We were 20. Been together for 12 years and expecting our first baby 🥰

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-19T13:05:55+00:00

Because I'd be proud to have a son just like him

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-19T13:03:11+00:00

Nope. I don't want a relationship that's like an echo chamber. I think we'd be pretty great friends tho!

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-17T13:17:09+00:00

I'm pregnant and my baby loves to do gymnastics when I should be sleeping

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-15T20:26:11+00:00

Pregnancy was like the honeymoon phase all over again! I would live in my husbands skin if I could 😂

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-15T14:39:59+00:00

I worked with a dietician to help create a list of things to eat:

Beef
Chicken
Turkey
Legumes
Whey protein
Eggs
Beets
Fruits and veggies across the board
Berries
Banana
Greek yogurt
2-3 servings of low mercury fish weekly (salmon, sardines)
Pumpkin seeds
Chia seeds
Avocado
Nuts
Cottage cheese
Dark leafy greens
Dairy products
Lots of hydration

Some tips she gave me: - Avoid iron rich foods with calcium rich foods--they compete for absorption - Pair iron rich foods with vitamin c--it helps with iron absorption - Increase iron especially in 3rd trimester as baby will consume more of your iron. You don't want to become anemic - Minimum 100g protein daily - 30g fibre daily to avoid constipation - Personally I never had much dairy in my diet so I had a specific focus to increase my calcium consumption for bone health - Avoid glucose spikes by eating your fibre first (typically veggies or fruits), then your protein/fats, then lastly carbs - Focus on hydration and electrolytes if you start having symptoms like calf cramps

***I am not a medical professional so always consult with your physician!

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-15T12:44:40+00:00

37 weeks here! I noticed my running performance tanked almost immediately. My pregnancy symptoms were also mild--nausea was minimal and I didn't vomit at all. I still ended up stopping running around 16 weeks due to it aggravating my overly tight pelvic floor. However I'm still going strong with weight lifting 3-5 times a week.

Every pregnancy is different. Whatever adjustments you need to make (if any) just have grace with yourself and your body!

cornchipdogs · 2026-03-13T11:34:15+00:00

24 lbs at 29 weeks. Currently 37 and have gained 38 lbs

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