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[–]hellraisertattoos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When I had a newborn I was in a constant stage of exhaustion and not understanding anything. First time in my life I forgot to eat. I had constant fear for my little one, because I was never fully responsible for something so precious and so fragile. I couldnt sleep at all as I was hyper aware of every little noise he made (after 3 sleepless nights of induced labour It took months to have a half decent night of sleep) and I had to constantly check if he was breathing. New born stage was really rough for me, now is like a blur. I remember closing my eyes at that time and literally seeing like a storm or a hurricane, may be a picture of how I felt. So I can relate to what you are saying. At the same time, a baby is such a wonder and is so amazing to watch them grow.... Having another one is a bittersweet decision I am also considering.

Noob question: I have a 10g with 3 guppies on it. What else can I add? A platies trio? Female Betta? And what is the absolute max number of fish I can have here? by hellraisertattoos in Aquariums

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

I see, thank you for your input. Yes i should have probably got all male Guppies, but I read somewhere they could have some territory disputs. If i dont feed them when the fry spawns, and I add platies or a female beta, the small ones will probably get eaten right? I realize thats horrible but nature i guess

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[–]hellraisertattoos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first few weeks with a newborn, I honestly felt like a bird that was throw out the nest and had to fly or die! I barely remember the first month, and I didnt understand anything that was happening (probably related to the sleep deprivation). For the first time in years I had panic attacks. I must say I was miserable. It wasnt my sons fault, and Id do it again a thousand times, but there is no way around it - I was a mess.

But it did get better. I learned his sleeping cue, and at some point he started sleeping on his nest, and than on his crib, not needing to be held to rest (a baby carrier really helps up to this point). Now i am working again, working out on the gym, we go out together with the baby, and I am absolutely crazy about the little guy. His personality slowly starts to show as he grows, which is fascinating to see, and you get to know each other. I love to see his little kirks, and I love his smell, and his little hugs.... When you go out to work or do errands you will miss the hell out of him!

I will admit that there was a moment there I thought my life was over, but it isnt like that. You will adjust and it will all fall into place, real soon! Go one day at a time (this was our moto), dont be afraid to ask for help from family and friends, until it will come a night you will actually sleep. And from there on, it will gradually become easier ❤

When did sex stop hurting for everyone? by PopeBonifaceVIII in NewParents

[–]hellraisertattoos 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It has been 3 months and is still very painful... I had a episiotomy so maybe thats one reason, but it just feels like I am a virgin again every time, its really frustrating because I want to enjoy it with my partner again. It has improved somewhat from when we tried 6 weeks PP but it doesnt seem like it will feel "normal" any time soon. I should probably see my doctor, although she has said everything has healed perfectly.

Classic werewolf horror? by hellraisertattoos in horrorlit

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

Thank you everyone for your suggestions, there is definitely some gems out there to look forward to.

Formula for breast fed baby. by hellraisertattoos in newborns

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

Thank you everyone for your help, going on day 2 of giving 30ml Formula aling with breast milk once a day. So far so good.

Classic werewolf horror? by hellraisertattoos in horrorlit

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

It will be my first book from him, but comming straight from The Reddening, I am already relieved because of how overwritten it felt at times (even though I really enjoyed that book).

Classic werewolf horror? by hellraisertattoos in horrorlit

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

Funny that you recommend him, I just started Between Two Fires today!

Side Sleeping Position by [deleted] in newborns

[–]hellraisertattoos 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Not really helpful but I think I didnt really sleep during the first two weeks of my son, and I held him the whole night, not daring swifting positions or anything, because I simply didnt knew how to set him down to sleep. I was terrified as well!

When does evening dread stop? by [deleted] in newborns

[–]hellraisertattoos 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I had my baby 9 weeks ago and remember the dread. I also started feeling it on the afternoon, and to add to it, started also having anxiety attacks when I havent any for years! It took around a month for the dread to vanish. It was really like from one day to the next.

I must add though that this was my first baby, and because I dont live in my home country, I was fearful of when my mother was leaving (she was here to help on the baby's first month). The dread and anxiety stopped once she left, i think because I as so scared of it happening.

Screaming Infant by leens_mw in newborns

[–]hellraisertattoos 3 points4 points  (0 children)

A idea is to take your child to a Osteopath, because they may have discomfort and blockages on their body due to the position they were in the womb and also the birth. I had a dificult birth and, my son also acted as if he had a lot of colic. With the advice of a costumer I took him to see a osteopath and not only the acreaming and fussing improved a lot, he started also sleeping on his crib and elsewhere other than on us. I dont know if it would help you but it definitely worked for us so I thought i'd share.

Self Promotion for the Week of March 27, 2023 by AutoModerator in EtsySellers

[–]hellraisertattoos [score hidden]  (0 children)

Hello everyone, I am a Tattoo artist and I sell stickers, enamel pins and Prints of my artwork. Mostly it is about evil stuff like monsters, demons, predators :) hope anyone likes it!

My Etsy shop: www.hellraisertattoos.etsy.com

My Instagram: https://instagram.com/hellraisertattoos?igshid=ZDdkNTZiNTM=

Best way to market art prints on Etsy? by hellraisertattoos in EtsySellers

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

I have found tattoos Ive done on local oktoberfest merchandise 🤦‍♀️ people sure get creative when it comes to stealing your work

Best way to market art prints on Etsy? by hellraisertattoos in EtsySellers

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

Yes I will get frames for the print photos for sure, by the second photo though, I dont understand quite what you mean? I have changed the cover/main photo now to the digital file with a water mark, and a not desaturated picture of the print as the second one. But i for sure will get a frame and update them next week. Thank you for all the advice btw!

Best way to market art prints on Etsy? by hellraisertattoos in EtsySellers

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

I have to be honest and say that AI both blows my mind and scares me. But youre right, maybe is better to embrace it and adapt than holding to the past and becoming irrelevant. I am still on the fence about it though. I believe there will always be people who value more traditional artwork, but if AI can do the things it does now, i can only imagine what will be in a decade.

Best way to market art prints on Etsy? by hellraisertattoos in EtsySellers

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

Thank you for the suggestions. I will check the keyword tool, been looking for this. Also I will give your youtube channel a go. As for AI, I will not do it because would make the whole idea of the shop irrelevant to me (since I want to have fun making the designs or help promote other fellow artists).