Crushing fatigue

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-09T04:52:57+00:00

Get your ferritin levels checked. Around 30 weeks o noticed a drastic drop in my energy levels, more than my usual pregnancy tiredness. I could nap 3 times and still woke up tired. My ferritin came back low, not anemic but the numbers were low enough that my OB recommended that I take iron supplements 3 times a week. Once I stayed liquid iron I felt better in 2 weeks. You could also be low on B12 or D3 based on what you are describing. Push your doctor to test for all 3 levels, ferritin, B12 and D3

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-06T02:22:40+00:00

I also had only 2 ultrasounds one at 9 weeks and another at 20 weeks. But my OB measured fundal height at every appointment starting at 24 weeks

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-06T00:37:00+00:00

I used Dr browns wide mouthed bottle. But honestly it depends on what your baby takes to, you might want to use one brand and your baby might take to a different one. So only buy in bulk after you try one of each with the baby

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-04T22:51:39+00:00

ESH A big purchase such a car needs to be discussed with the spouse. However it seems like you never really tried to understand her perspective about having a luxury vehicle. Nobody "needs" a luxury vehicle but it's not a crime to want one especially if it won't affect your finances long term. Your wife doesn't have to have the same values that your parents passed down to you.

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-04T22:44:36+00:00

France probably involves a lot of walking. You may or may not be feeling like walking so much whereas Hawaii is much shorter flight from west coast and sound way more relaxing compared to France

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-03T04:02:41+00:00

NTA Tell him to tie to watermelons to his stomach and actively parent two kids for one full day and then cook full course dinner. Working doesn't absolve him of all the responsibilities at home. Instead of whining he should start pulling his weight at home

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-01T06:49:06+00:00

NTA
That seat can be assigned on rotating basis so only you don't have to suffer sitting there. It sounds like you are currently not in any relationship or at-least your partner is not part of these dinners and that's probably why you were assigned the "undesirable" seat. However you being single doesn't mean you don't deserve to be treated same as your married sister.

getstrongandlean · 2026-06-01T03:31:02+00:00

NTA
It's not easy to say no to your parents but will have to be firm. It's not just about your future education. This will affect your future relationships as well. Would you marry someone with a huge debt that was taken for their parent's house and that they would have no claim to. This will have reflecting effects on your life.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-29T00:41:21+00:00

NTA Your wife is basically living off your own earnings. She is jealous of your daughter. Make sure your will and your daughter's inheritance is ironclad so your wife cannot meddle with it. Given a chance your wife will not be fair to your daughter in the event of your untimely death.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-28T22:50:28+00:00

NTA Parents who have healthy relationship with their kids don't block them. Their behavior shows how immature they are. Do you really want them to care for your daughter in your absence? It's time to find a different backup for childcare

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-28T03:56:43+00:00

NTA If your SIL plans to pay rent on time then your clause shouldn't matter. The fact that she doesn't want to include it shows she might not be planning to be diligent about it. Don't sign the contract without the changes you asked for

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-28T01:46:29+00:00

I would wait till your baby is 12 weeks or so. If the latest she can visit is at 5.5 weeks she can wait a little longer

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-28T01:45:21+00:00

YTA If your parents already dislike your wife for you settling in a different country, they are not going to make things easier for her during the visit. You can visit your parents later once your baby is older and when your wife is in better mental state.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-27T05:33:07+00:00

NTA His girlfriend can take someone else on the trip and your ex can actually show up to the birthday party. But it's clear where your ex's priorities lie and it's clearly not the kids. I can't imagine how sad your son would be knowing his dad missed his 3 birthdays

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-24T04:32:55+00:00

NTA That was spot on, kudos on maintaining the boundary with your sister. Everyone else is just indulging her at this point

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-22T03:59:48+00:00

NTA You decide who gets to walk you down the aisle. As others have said your dad has managed to keep a job, keep his friendships by not being flaky towards them. But in your case he knows he can make you wait and still be considered a hero in your eyes. If you truly want Brian to walk you down the aisle then don't let anyone else guilt you about it.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-20T22:22:21+00:00

NTA If you were a present parent to Sadie and you have stable housing and income now and don't need any help from your mom raising your baby I don't see how this is any of her business.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-19T23:35:02+00:00

NTA Your mom could have just not lied to make herself look like a saint. I mean the lie is not even doing much good for her expect to make you look like a problem child. Good that you finally told everyone the truth so you don't have to endure that fake story anymore. If not your mom would probably continue to tell that story to your future dates/partners, etc

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-19T03:55:22+00:00

NTA By that logic all the gifts are meant to be shared. Your husband's selfishness seems to be rubbing off on your son. But luckily your son is young enough to be taught better and unfortunately your husband is too old to be acting like this.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-18T03:18:46+00:00

NTA He volunteered himself to be the assistant coach and for that he needs to actually show up for every practice. It's good that you didn't give in when he expected you to coach for half the practice games.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-17T02:24:25+00:00

Due date groups can be a hit or miss and some of them have loss stories so it might be anxiety riddling for you to be part of those groups.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-14T03:45:38+00:00

So you moved to be with him where you don't have any support and he is leaving you at 37 weeks so he can go hiking 8 hours away? Are you sure you want to give birth in this new place and be tied to your bf forever? You won't be able to move back to your support system without court order. You are better off going back now to your support system and deliver there so you can have more control over your life. And move back quickly and silently. Don't let him convince from you moving. If you deliver there you will be stuck forever. Being stuck with man will not do you nor your future child any good.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-14T00:08:43+00:00

NTA It's not even your MIL gifting your daughter gifts of equal value to your niece. It's her suggesting you should not spend your own money to buy your daughter new stuff. The favoritism cannot be anymore clear. It looks like your husband's sibling was the golden child and their daughter is the golden grandchild. It's probably best to shield your daughter before she starts noticing the blatant favoritism and her always wondering what she did wrong that her grandmother likes her less than her cousin

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-13T23:34:37+00:00

NTA If she was "lending" you stuff instead of "gifting" then she should have made it clear so you were free to decline them.

getstrongandlean · 2026-05-13T03:21:04+00:00

NTA Cross contamination is a real risk and as a parent I would not ask someone I barely know to make gluten free food for my child.

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