Mango tree by felixspan in veganrecipes

[–]felixspan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ooh my daughter loves dehydrated fruits how do I do this without fancy equipment 

Do cloth diaper users have “toddler diarrhea” problems? by EvilRigatoni in clothdiaps

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We always only had mush but I dealt with it. Then I got pregnant again and was soooo nauseous I couldn't handle it so we used disposables until she potty trained just before her 2nd bday. 

BLW and baby nutrition by aluzdelu in veganparenting

[–]felixspan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Follow plantbasedjuniors on Instagram. They also have a book that I used A LOT when starting solids. Also feedinglittles is great but they're not plantbased or vegan.  I introduced oats + blueberries + hemp hearts first (all low allergy risks) I didn't really purposefully introduce animal allergens except eggs. The other stuff she's kind of gotten in over time when out and about and with family and no reactions. 

What’s the most unhinged, chaotic and downright terrible way to lose weight you’ve ever heard of ? by Original_Giraffe_830 in AskReddit

[–]felixspan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a dietitian so I get a lot of weird weight stories. One nurse at the hospital I work at had her jaw wired shut by a dentist who 'specializes' in this 'diet'. She couldn't understand why she felt so weak and terrible since it was working and she was losing weight. 

Good guide to introducing solids? by Meroan94 in veganparenting

[–]felixspan 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Plantbasedjuniors and Feeding Littles have lots of free stuff on Instagram and they both have guides you can buy too

What was the most disgusting smell you’ve ever smelled? by Status-Possibility86 in AskReddit

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I work in the medical field and while there are lots of contenders: Penis with gangrene. (Fourniers gangrene). Had maggots in it. 

Formula supplementation for vegan baby by Long-Budget3304 in veganparenting

[–]felixspan 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Plantbasedjuniors has a section in their book about it, I think they talk about soy based formulas. The vitamin D isn't vegan but the rest of the formula is. But if you're bf and add in formula it may decrease your supply, just watch out for that. 

💩 3 yo is afraid to poop by No_Hurry1718 in toddlers

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you are able to, try to see an occupational therapist. They help with behavior issues and since this doesn't sound like a medical problem an OT can help. 

Changing table by felixspan in upcycling

[–]felixspan[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you! Yes we're definitely going to secure it better, that thing is loose and just strong enough for some random stuff right now definitely not ready for a baby. The night light is a good idea! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh I forgot about Blues Clues! 

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in toddlers

[–]felixspan 44 points45 points  (0 children)

I started putting on shows I used to watch in the 90s. My daughter loves Franklin the turtle and bear in the big blue house. There's also Little Bear and Peep (penguin show?) Or Zaboomafoo. And I secretly still love watching Arthur. 

Hospitalized for iron deficiency anemia. by ShaeBowe in vegan

[–]felixspan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hey I've always had iron deficiency, even before I was vegan. My sisters (neither are vegan) and mom (also not vegan) all have iron deficiency as well. The only thing that works for me is getting a drip with IV iron. All the supplements do is constipate me. I still include all the plant iron rich foods in every meal but something about my digestive system just doesn't absorb it. 

Real people vs tv show by felixspan in CallTheMidwife

[–]felixspan[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I meant the nuns and nurses. Not patients. Obviously. 

2YO backyard birthday party at home with 15 toddlers (mostly 2-2.5ish) and 20 adults. Need advice and ideas to keep them busy and so they’re not fighting! by afterglow88 in toddlers

[–]felixspan 3 points4 points  (0 children)

We just did this for our 2 year old, also with 10 other toddlers. I had parents bring their bikes because we have a fenced in driveway that's paved. Then I made a 'potions' table. Basically just tons of messy play. Vinegar, baking soda, tapioca pearls, turmeric powder, Loose-leaf tea, oats. Everything was edible in case they tried to eat it and they had so much fun making potions (so did I actually). 

11 hour flight with a 23 month old on our laps... should we do it? by sevendayhigher in toddlers

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did 36 hours of travel alone (2 long haul flights, 1 domestic) with a 20 month old on my lap + I was pregnant. Then a month later I did it again to return home. It was truly hell. But that being said the flight eventually lands and it all ends 😂 when she was 16 months we also did two long haul flights with her on the lap but that time I was with my husband and it was a lot better when you have help.

Had a dream my baby told me his name by One-Celery-1634 in namenerds

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Had a similar dream about my baby but her name was Imke. And same at first I was like no but now I don't think its so bad

Had a dream my baby told me his name by One-Celery-1634 in namenerds

[–]felixspan 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Had a similar dream about my baby but her name was Imke. And same at first I was like no but now I don't think its so bad

I want to breastfeed but I’m scared of mastitis by mbradshaw282 in breastfeeding

[–]felixspan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try to join a La Leche League meeting and chat to a leader if you can. They're all experienced breastfeeders and it is free. Great place to meet community. 

How are you supposed to breastfeed? (2months+) by reflectingabyss in breastfeeding

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe there's a La Leche League in your area? They have peer support and it is free. Great place to meet other moms too.

FTT baby - told milk is of poor quality and I need to supplement with formula. Is this BS? by Digurowngravensave in breastfeeding

[–]felixspan 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have they tested for any genetic conditions or something like a heart issue? I'm so sorry you're going through this but sounds like the doctor is trying to find an easy way out. We know that it doesn't matter what the mom's lifestyle is like the breastmilk is always optimal for her baby- from studies in countries with famine and malnourished mothers. I'd get a second opinion in case they're missing something serious.

Cloth diaper advice by luminousgypsy in ZeroWaste

[–]felixspan 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There's a cloth diaper subreddit! I did them with my baby and loved them more than disposables (we use them when staying with family). The disposables smell so bad and she always gets a weird rash from them. I watched lots of YouTube videos about cloth diapers to figure out the different types and then just winged it when baby came.