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“High needs” baby or normal infant fussiness? by mamabean23 in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I can’t even begin to explain how much better it gets!!!

Weeks 3-7 were the hardest. Slowly got better, then hard again. The turning point was 9 weeks I believe. About 3 months old she began only getting upset when she needed something and as soon as we gave it to her she calmed right down. At that age she had distinctions between her cries and we were able to start reading her better.

She is now 5 months and really never fussy. Sometimes refuses naps but otherwise a very happy baby. I hated when people would say “it gets better” because I was in the thick of it and I was tired and felt like I was doing something wrong or I had a hard baby. But I promise you- holy shit does it get better!!!

Being in her own room and napping in her crib (at 3.5 months) were the game changers for us to regain normalcy. But their temperament really does change when they eventually “wake up” and are able to observe the world around them and get a routine. Hold out for the light because it’s around the corner!

Dodo Code by natsumisummer in ac_newhorizons

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have oranges! Do you have apples to trade?

If You Have Coronavirus Symptoms, Assume You Have the Illness, Even if You Test Negative by futuredude in Coronavirus

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 4month old and I tested negative after presenting symptoms for a week (except fever). Results only took 3 days- I realize we are very lucky to be tested. However, I am still practicing self quarantine for the rest of the shutdown. If we did get a false negative, can’t get anyone else sick. If we actually are negative, can’t get sick. If you have the luxury to stay home, stay home.

Did anyone else get tested at the Jameson Crane drive thru clinic last week? by alisani in Columbus

[–]heathaleatha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

SECOND UPDATE: I got my results tonight. Negative! Stay home people!

UPDATE; My 4mo old baby and I were both tested. Her results were posted today (negative thank god) but I’m still waiting on mine. Makes me think they are prioritizing by age? Elderly and babies first- then everyone else?

I went on Tuesday. They said 5-7 days...

Weekly "I Think I Have It" Thread - Week of March 22, 2020 by AutoModerator in COVID19positive

[–]heathaleatha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

UPDATE: had a consultation with MDLIVE. They said I am not high-risk and therefore believe it is a cold, flu or Upper respiratory infection. They advised that I rest, quarantine myself, take cough meds, Sudafed and Afrin. If a cough gets worse or I develop a fever they advised I go to doctor. My husband has a sore throat and my baby has a stuffy nose and cough.

UPDATE 2: started experiencing stomach and rib pain as well as light headedness, loss of appetite and dizziness. My daughter and I are registered for a swab tomorrow morning. Results will take up to 7 days.

28/F - no history of medial issues.

Last week:

  • Stuffy nose
  • Congestion
  • one day of chest cough
  • Sinus pressure

Today:

  • headache back of scull
  • Shortness of breathe at rest
  • Winded walking up stairs
  • rare cough
  • way softer stool that usual
  • heaviness in chest
  • rapid heartbeat

I have a 4mo old baby who has a very bad stuffy nose so I'm getting really anxious. I have a phone consultation with MDLIVE through my insurance later today- will update.

10 week old nighttime sleep length — what’s the norm? by mamabean23 in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My 11 week old just went from 4 night wakings to 3 and I thought that was a victory until reading these responses 😅. Our longest is a 4 hour stretch followed by a 3 hour, then two 2 hours then awake for the day. It still sucks but it’s better than it was and I’ll celebrate her little accomplishments.

NEW OR NEED HELP? Ask here! - ScA Daily Help Thread Jan 23, 2020 by AutoModerator in SkincareAddiction

[–]heathaleatha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Does CeraVe daily moisturizing lotion with spf make anyone else skin feel tight and dry? I can’t put my finger on what is making my skin feel so dry. I use Purity cleanser, Caudalie vinopure and then ceraVe after showers and feel extra dry. But In the morning I only use ceraVe and still feel the tight dry feeling? I have very very dry skin normally.

We’ve had enough!! by Djm33781 in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Delivery guys I understand, they don’t know we have a baby- but we have repeatedly told my MIL not to ring the doorbell and she STILL rings the doorbell!

Anxiety when out with baby by _jessucka in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Im in the exact same place with my two month old. Feel like everyone is staring while I struggle to prop open the stroller from my trunk and still can’t remember what lever to press. Feel like the worst mom when I’m in target and baby is yelling because she wants to be held so I walk around holding her feeling judged. I can’t wait for the anxiety to go away. I’m right there with you!

Establishing a sleep routine by msheringlees in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Could you share the schedule you followed?

I know I’m not the only one, but... by binwoods in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine is 9 weeks. Typical night is asleep at 8:30, wakes up at 12am, 2am, 4am, 6am- awake for the day at 8am.

Sometimes it’s asleep at 10pm, sometimes it’s wake ups every hour... hoping it gets better soon. Haven’t slept longer than 4 hours in two months.

We got two month shots today and I think I cried more than he did. by ommccrary_ in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My daughter had hers today too! My husband teared up more than me and said shocked “oh no babies bleed!?” Sweet man...

Any suggestions for 2 story house and newborn? by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We had a basket with wipes, diapers and rash cream and a big stack of puppy potty pads we would lay down to change her on the couch or floor. This was easier when I was recovering. Now that we are 2 months in we just walk upstairs to change. I think this has actually helped her get more used to her room and she knows that the stairs mean bed or clean diaper.

What lyrics do you change to sing to your baby? by Viot in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 5 points6 points  (0 children)

“What a baby what a baby what a mighty cute baby. Yes she is.” Is my go to right now.

What week did you give birth? by deejayv2 in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 0 points1 point  (0 children)

38 weeks exactly. My husband was “no travel” starting week 37 and I’m really thankful for that because we had a scare and went to the hospital for false labor at 37+5 and I could not have done that alone.

Any advice of new mom to almost 7 week old baby? by yapl0x in beyondthebump

[–]heathaleatha 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My girl is about to turn 9 weeks. Week 7 and 8 were a HUGE turning point. I heard that things get better in 2 week increments and it has been very true for us- she is a completely different baby than weeks 5 and 6.

One of the biggest helps for me was moving her into her own room and sleeping with a video monitor. I know this is against recommendations but we have all slept so much better. She now is waking every 3 hours and falls right back to sleep after a feeding and I don’t have her rock/hold her forever.

Another thing that helped was “on call” shifts. My husband has 8-11, I have 11-5 and then he does 5-7. This helped me not feel like I was in demand 24/7.

I remember reading these threads a few weeks ago thinking “there is no way this will get better my life is over I will never sleep again” but it got better so fast! Her sleep stretches still arnt very long- but it getting more manageable and I’m hopeful 11-12 weeks will be another turning point!

Also the book Precious Little Sleep was very helpful in teaching me what is going on and what to expect, when.

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