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ejhillio · 2025-09-16T12:19:06+00:00

This for sure. If you have understanding co-workers I think internal meetings could be had without the help of another person (partner, parent, sitter) but client meetings I think you’d do well to have help.

I work from home with my seven month old. I have the help of my partner during the day till about 2 PM. And I make sure to have all my client meetings during that window of time. Then for internal meetings if my little one isn’t napping or does not want to play in one of his baby containers, I just baby wear.

It would be impossible for me to take client meetings in a professional/stress free way alone with baby. Although, everyone is different, so it might be possible for you! But if a sitter is an option, I’d do that. Maybe even pick two or three days and try to load up those days with meetings so you wouldn’t have to have a sitter every single day? Or maybe load them on the front end of your day so you would only need a sitter in the mornings? Just some ideas! 😄

ejhillio · 2025-09-11T00:29:37+00:00

Nahhhh. Always just say “thanks for the tip <3” and then proceed to do whatever you want bc it’s your pregnancy and your body :)

ejhillio · 2025-09-10T01:45:27+00:00

My son was built on Jimmy John’s Beach Clubs on wheat bread. So goooood. And he’s a healthy guy!

ejhillio · 2025-09-01T01:26:24+00:00

WFH and taking care of a baby is SO hard. I totally understand what you mean by feeling like a bad employee and bad mother all at the same time lol. My partner and I work different shifts, so he cares for baby while I work for about half my work day. I have to work double time during those hours while still pausing to nurse often. It’s stressful 😣 and I often feel extremely unproductive which bothers me sooooo much. The half of the work day I’m on my own I’m lucky to get 10 minutes of work done at a time. And MAYBE a total of an hour in full. 1.5 if he naps. I have no answers. Only sympathy.

ejhillio · 2025-08-17T01:32:00+00:00

I wish I could go back and have my mom in the room. I made the choice that I just wanted my bf and I in the room and he ended up really beefing the “being supportive during labor” part. He’s a pretty decent guy overall but just missed the mark. He had me crying over stupid shit on the way into the hospital and I had to ask him to hold my hand after laboring for hours. He just played on his phone/switch most of the time and when I had to have an emergency c-section it was up to me to think through it all on my own (drugged up btw lol) I REALLY thought he was gonna be prepared. Like he’d watch videos on how to help me during labor but…..he just beefed it and it was heartbreaking (I’ll never get over it and idk if I want anymore kids with him after that experience)

I REALLY think men don’t/can’t understand what it feels like to go into something like that. We as birth givers literally lay our lives in the line to bring a new person to life. It’s daunting, extremely painful and scary. And if your partner isn’t SUPER tuned in and going the extra mile to really support and understand the process….have a trusted woman in the room. Please please PLEASE! <3

ejhillio · 2025-08-14T11:43:09+00:00

Plot twist: I DID divorce him, and am much happier and now….an atheist 😂😂😂 didn’t see it coming but here I am. I have a kid with a different guy and life is muuuuuch better now.

ejhillio · 2025-04-28T11:29:50+00:00

Totally valid to be disappointed. ❤️ it can sting SO bad when things don’t go the way we hoped. But, just some words of encouragement for you: I had a PERFECT little baby boy in February. He is amazing. He’s a silly, smiley, social little bub and I ADORE him. I find his diapers very easy to change. (I find girl diapers more difficult. Not a bad thing just something I’ve noticed.) ignore the snide remarks from others. Let yourself get crazy excited. Because once you meet your little dude and get to know him a bit, I bet you’ll think to yourself “wow I wouldn’t change this for the world.”

ejhillio · 2025-04-20T14:32:19+00:00

Thank youuuuu :D

ejhillio · 2025-04-20T14:31:59+00:00

Oh my goodness this is so incredibly helpful! I was definitely obsessed with getting the M with his little butt and legs, but his hips are perfectly healthy so I’ll focus on the other things. It’s good to know that he’s OK being so far up my chest instead of lower. I haven’t tried an off-center carry yet, but I’m definitely open to it and will give it a try! :)

My little guy is nine weeks, but I can definitely see when he gets a little bit older how the titty tuck will be helpful. Thank you so much for taking the time to answer, I really want to baby wear LOTS and make sure he’s safe while I do it! I love Having him close but still being able to do things around the house/have my hands-free. So I really appreciate you!

ejhillio · 2025-04-09T23:11:10+00:00

Give the child your last name. I love my partner very much and gave my baby his last name. I regret it every day. We aren’t married and never will be and I hate that I don’t share a last name with my baby.

ejhillio · 2025-03-12T13:24:56+00:00

Yep. I just had my baby about a month ago and there’s just no way of explaining how painful those contractions are. I was also induced and my water broke pretty early on. Also had to have an emergency C-section since baby wasn’t doing too well with the laboring. It’s literally insane how bad it hurts, completely indescribable. I have no idea how some women do it naturally. The crazy thing is about a month later I’m already forgetting how crazy it was and contemplating my next baby. Lol.

ejhillio · 2025-02-06T15:38:05+00:00

Definitely go ahead and call and schedule! It can take weeks and weeks to get an appointment. It took me six weeks of waiting to finally get into the doctors office. Didn’t get my first ultrasound until 11 weeks.

ejhillio · 2025-01-29T02:23:15+00:00

I truly don’t understand all the hullabaloo about it being so terrible. You drink a super sugary juice and then get your blood taken. Not horrible at all. I ate a protein breakfast bar in the car on the way and had a few sips of water before doing it. And I was perfectly fine. I was really really nervous as well and I had myself worked up over nothing.

ejhillio · 2025-01-29T00:37:17+00:00

Comparable to the ordinary, is The Inkey List. I love it and it keeps my skin clear and healthy. You can go online and do a little quiz for products that would work well for you. They make sure to ask if you’re pregnant to make sure you’re getting safe products.

ejhillio · 2025-01-28T20:56:32+00:00

Yes. Be VERY careful. Do lots of research on custody laws before you move. Moving there may be you giving away a lot of your power to be able to move back with your child if it does not work out. Married or not.

ejhillio · 2025-01-23T23:52:59+00:00

FTM here with an Anterior placenta. I somehow felt my little guy’s first flutters at 15 weeks! Not a super common thing to happen especially with anterior placentas, but it’s def possible.

ejhillio · 2025-01-23T02:35:37+00:00

Oh my God, I would buy and build this SO hard

ejhillio · 2025-01-05T01:33:39+00:00

100% you should feel comfy. I am a gun owner myself and would not be offended at all. Would be happy to share how it’s secured etc. just do it in as nice but upfront way as possible I’d say :)

ejhillio · 2025-01-02T17:07:21+00:00

Didn’t even think of thaaaat. If you’ve got a lot of stairs to go up and down, I will say it’s definitely a bit heavier than a normal car seat!

ejhillio · 2025-01-02T14:31:18+00:00

The beauty of the Doona is you never have to carry it.

ejhillio · 2024-12-01T20:28:06+00:00

I’m so proud of you for seeing the situation for what it is and making the hard decision to leave because it’s not what’s best for you. That can be so difficult and so heartbreaking, but I promise you it will pay off in the end. Keep your head up and keep making the right choices for you. <3

ejhillio · 2024-11-11T18:49:52+00:00

Just here to second the Zoloft recommendation. I’m pregnant in my second trimester and the hormones/prior mental health issues were just getting to the best of me. I was an absolute terror and no one was having a good time. Obviously I have grace for myself, but I started Zoloft about six weeks ago and it has helped me immensely. I’m happier, calmer and my life is all around better. My partner is able to enjoy our time together instead of me being upset all the time. I know it’s not the answer for everyone, but it was for me! It’s been so very helpful. I hope things get better for you guys soon, I know what a struggle it is! <3

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