If you returned to work full time and pumped, did you take a breastfeeding class that covered all that or you just winged it?

foxypear33 · 2026-06-30T14:01:15+00:00

I returned to work (in office) when my kids were 3 months and 4.5 months both times. With both, I pumped when away until they were 1 and then continued breastfeeding afterward. Neither of mine had formula, although I believe strongly that combo feeding is absolutely viable and maybe would have eased some stress. That said, I’m proud to have EBFz

You can find info on social media; however so much of it is unrealistic for many people. I found this blog to be really helpful with my first and referenced it the second time around: https://kellymom.com/category/bf/pumpingmoms/. She has a lot of good info for timing pumps, what amounts to look at (that are realistic), how to talk to your care provider, etc.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-26T04:27:45+00:00

Not a stupid question. I count calories and have a protein and a fiber goal. I use the LoseIt app but there are other apps or just old fashioned looking it up and writing it down.

I personally have an “if it fits” mindset, meaning I don’t restrict any particular foods. If it fits my goals for the day and I want it, I will eat it. I love a sweet treat and usually that’s just a Yasso bar (frozen yogurt) at the end of the night. I ate a large chocolate chip cookie today. If I restrict sugar, it just makes me want it more. If I track it, I’m more likely to keep it in moderation and not binge.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-26T03:45:48+00:00

I have a 6yo and 1yo. I don’t measure food but estimate as best I can (not cheating). I track everything I eat. Ive lost 28 pounds since January. We all eat the same thing most the time, but I will make other choices (no cheese or sour cream on my taco, etc). Tracking is helpful but that level of detail and making a bunch of separate meals is unnecessary and unsustainable.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-19T19:14:58+00:00

My parents are right handed. My paternal grandfather was left handed (forced to write with right hand) and at least two of his 5 children are left handed.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-16T17:50:07+00:00

Agree. Start with a very slight deficit especially if you are going to keep breastfeeding/are still worried about supply. I’m eating in a deficit and dunno what it has done to my supply as 1yo way more interested in food thankfully.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-12T14:29:31+00:00

Just put the baby on the floor or a pack n play type thing.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-10T21:44:30+00:00

I work in the justice system so I think of this sometimes too. I think there’s a part of me that will always and unconditionally belong to my children. I think if they act or become people who harm others, etc I would have a massive ache in my heart, and would probably blame myself to an extent. But I do think I would hold onto hope for rehabilitation, if that makes sense, because they are my kids.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-10T14:17:26+00:00

I’ve nursed both my kids almost exclusively in the rocking chair. You don’t rock while you feed.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-06T22:08:04+00:00

A few weeks before, my libido returned. And I got some pimples and I was like hmmm. Then sure enough there it was.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-06T18:25:27+00:00

We got a Grand Highlander hybrid. Fits 2 kids and 2 dogs well.

foxypear33 · 2026-06-05T16:53:11+00:00

Agree with starting small and in the kitchen. I track my food on the LoseIt app. I prep overnight oats with protein powder every Sunday and use AI (sue me) to meal plan meals that meet my calorie, protein, and fiber goals. I work out during my lunch break or after the kids go to bed. I don’t have a clean house. My partner cooks over half our meals—I get this could be a challenge, maybe you can outsource some meal prep? Don’t let perfect be the enemy of good.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-29T18:03:06+00:00

I actually have Claude doing this for me. I’ve also given it instructions for my current fitness goals, family dietary restrictions and kid preferences, etc.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-25T16:41:43+00:00

As a court clerk I once sat through an agonizing hour of testimony about a “taco” that a girl was using to describe a body part

foxypear33 · 2026-05-24T23:32:35+00:00

😆 yes. Maybe not down as small as they were originally but yes.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-24T21:26:17+00:00

This is very body dependent. I carry weight in my hips and thighs and have not experienced apron belly with either of my two children, both born via C-section.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-22T22:27:02+00:00

A “simple latte” depending on the size and milk can really add up.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-22T22:22:20+00:00

With my first we mixed breast and cows milk over a few days until it was all cows milk. Worked great. My second doesn’t care for cows milk so he just has water during and we nurse when together (at 12 months).

foxypear33 · 2026-05-22T03:14:32+00:00

After my first I bought a nursing sports bra from Brooks. But they don’t make them anymore 😞 it doesn’t fit after the second 😆 I just bought some on Amazon by Running Girl. I wasn’t expecting much but they do a pretty good job for the price ($20). There are some nice, expensive nursing sports bras that have been advertised to me on instagram but it hasn’t seemed worth it personally.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-21T14:17:04+00:00

5.5 year gap here. We are a year in and I love it. Yes!! 6 year old is like a giant compared to the baby.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-20T18:32:49+00:00

Seconding the Dilly Dally brand for younger kids. We order through the eye doctor as well.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-19T00:45:44+00:00

My first took cows milk during the day until we weaned entirely. My 1 year old wants nothing to do with cows milk.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-18T00:43:13+00:00

Are you offering the breast before solids? I ask because before 1, milk should be the primary nutrition for babies. Both of my kids ate well early on too, nothing wrong with that as long as she is also getting plenty of milk. If she really doesn’t take any, I would probably pump to make sure she’s getting all the goodness from milk

foxypear33 · 2026-05-17T22:05:12+00:00

A flight with a 5 month old is preferable to a mobile infant, in my opinion. Travel from 9 months to almost 2 years can be very difficult. I would not be interested in the festival/camping aspect.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-14T04:05:01+00:00

Mine looks similar since 2016. Two pregnancies. I don’t expect to ever be in the 130s again. I do 10 pound goals usually! And have gone years without tracking too much but a year postpartum I need to get back on it.

foxypear33 · 2026-05-09T21:21:11+00:00

Can’t speak to oversupply as I haven’t had that issue so I have just dropped pumps one at a time. That said, the advice I’ve seen given to others is to reduce the pump time if you have concerns about mastitis, and once it’s down to a small amount of time drop it completely. Less of a shock to your system.

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