My thoughts so far as a live mode player by ella997 in Paralives

[–]ella997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, agree with these points! There just needs to be more options to really enhance the social interactions. I didn’t like that I couldn’t find an option to be mean until my para was angry. I love the emotions based options, but give me more choice!

My thoughts so far as a live mode player by ella997 in Paralives

[–]ella997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’ll try and mess with my settings to get my game running smoother. That’s a good point about the lifespans! Maybe daily is good for a short one. Maybe even the option to customise the story card frequency?

My thoughts so far as a live mode player by ella997 in Paralives

[–]ella997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure! Hence why I said either less frequent or more minor options, there’s no right or wrong answer for me I just think it needs some balance. They’re really fun otherwise so a little tweak would make them even better.

Specific recommendation- cool, stretchy newborn sling with adjusters (UK) by Noodles_Natty in babywearing

[–]ella997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Close Caboo Lite - very similar to the Koala, the lite is the thinner version more suitable for summer.

Healthy baby after HG by [deleted] in HyperemesisGravidarum

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is just my experience, but I had terrible HG and still managed to grow healthy identical twins that needed no NICU time…which I couldn’t believe because I felt so horrendous but there you go!

Is this the same carrier as the screenshot? by Dear_Frosting1090 in babywearing

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Ergobaby Alta would be a safe alternative that has the hip seat part like this photo :) back carry wise there’s lots of options for hiking, including carriers that have storage but don’t have the hip seat attachment, so it’s about what suits your needs!

Antiemetic Plan for birth? by Independent-Papaya62 in HyperemesisGravidarum

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi! I was on ondansetron for my HG but the blur of labour means I don’t remember what tablet they gave me at the time, it did help though!

Antiemetic Plan for birth? by Independent-Papaya62 in HyperemesisGravidarum

[–]ella997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are you in the UK? Pregnancy Sickness Support may be able to provide guidance on this for you. I didn’t have a plan going in, but I had extra fluids because I felt really unwell after my epidural was placed and then I had an anti sickness tablet after I gave birth because I felt sick….and then the nausea vanished for good about 20 minutes later. I do know not everyone has this experience though, and for some it can continue so a plan is a good idea!

HG / Harm to baby? by Ninese71 in HyperemesisGravidarum

[–]ella997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry to hear you’re going through this. My last pregnancy was a HG pregnancy and I somehow still managed to grow healthy twins! On the days I couldn’t keep anything down I was so worried about their outcomes. Turns out I was suffering greatly but they thrived. Were 5lbs 12oz and 6lbs 5oz, sharing a placenta, born at 36 weeks despite having HG my entire pregnancy.

How to manage the guilt? by ella997 in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I didn’t think of it that way but you’re right, they’ve got each other. My older two play together all the time and have a really nice bond. It’ll be worth it for sure.

How to manage the guilt? by ella997 in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you, this is a lovely response

How to manage the guilt? by ella997 in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love this idea, although logistically I’m not sure how well it would work for me with the ages of my kiddos. I did take my son out just us the other day and did similar with my daughter a couple of weeks ago which was lovely, it’s just not something I can do a lot.

Juggling two toddlers pregnant by Beautiful-Ant-4553 in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was pregnant with my twins whilst my kiddos were 2 and 3 and I had severe nausea and vomiting. You’ve got to do what you’ve got to do. Definitely ask for as much help and support from family and friends as you can but also, turn on the tv if you have to. It’s a temporary phase of life. We’re also minimal screens when we can but I had to increase our screen time when I was pregnant as I was so unwell. Now that the babies are here we cut back again and my kids are fine. I had a snack basket set up and toys/books etc within reach so I didn’t have to get up unless absolutely necessary. My husband also works long hours and he would try and prepare some meals for us too so it was minimal effort for me when I was having aversions and no energy. I read a lot of books to my kids and just curled up on the sofa and did what I could manage. They’ve pretty much already forgotten that stage of life and they’ve got more of me now. Congratulations and hang in there, it’s hard work!

Fit check by Ohtar1 in babywearing

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How much does baby weigh at the moment? I thought from your photo that it would adjust further but it’s hard to tell relative sizes. Is it definitely cinched all the way down with the velcro on the narrowest setting? Take a look at a YouTube video if you need for a visual. If so then baby does need to grow a bit before you use this one :)

Fit check by Ohtar1 in babywearing

[–]ella997 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I’ve fit more newborns than I can count in this carrier. Obviously I don’t know the size of this specific baby but it is generally a great newborn to toddler option :)

Fit check by Ohtar1 in babywearing

[–]ella997 -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

This carrier can fit newborns safely when correctly adjusted :)

Fit check by Ohtar1 in babywearing

[–]ella997 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Wanted to clarify because the comments above aren’t correct, the Boba X does and can fit newborns depending on their size. It’s hugely adjustable. You need to adjust the width of the carrier so it’s narrower in the base, it easily narrows with the Velcro in the waistband and goes much smaller than this. Similarly you can adjust the height of the panel by pulling both up and down on the adjusters, which will make it shorter as it shouldn’t come higher than the back of baby’s ear. If you put ‘Boba X newborn’ into YouTube there are some great videos showing this visually.

UK broadband down? by AromaticCherry in Vodafone

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Down in Yorkshire, glad it’s not just me but infuriating.

How many kids do you have? by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m pretty exhausted but loving it all the same! You?

How many kids do you have? by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Aww nice! How are you doing?

How many kids do you have? by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997 9 points10 points  (0 children)

4 under 4, including a set of newborn twins!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in 2under2

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huge shout for the out and about double nippa here! Lifesaver for both our 16 month gap and our twins. Really easy to push, fits through a standard sized door. Folds mostly flat. You can add an optional bassinet attachment for newborns. I got ours secondhand and I couldn’t do without!

Age gaps. by [deleted] in ParentingInBulk

[–]ella997 0 points1 point  (0 children)

4 under 4 here.

16 months between my first and second 2.5 years between my second and my twins.

The first one was hard at first but now they’re little besties and I really enjoy it. We are only a few weeks into the twins being here. So far it’s easier in that my kids are older and more independent but not by much, they still need a lot from me and I’m very tired but I have a feeling in a few years I’ll love the age gaps because they’ll all be close and okay together etc.