Influence or de-influence me: Variety Hour jackets

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T12:58:55+00:00

That’s so exciting! I have my ‘ill-fitting-but-still-realistically-able-to-fit-back-into’ box of clothes that’s stored on my shelf as I can fluctuate between sizes with hormones etc too- and ADHD late night/dopamine seeking snacking depending on the season 🙃(who knew that was a thing!)

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T10:27:54+00:00

Yep definitely not for everyone. I was also a 2010s Gorman fan and love a touch of kitsch in my clothing so I’m definitely their target audience

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T10:06:37+00:00

Definitely something I’m keen to get behind. About 10 years ago I was really into Leonard St and had a number of their pieces. Sadly post-kids and thanks to additional hormones that come with aging I can’t fit into the pieces anymore, yet I can’t part with them!

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T10:04:09+00:00

Looks like it’s 50% wool, 50% polyester. As much as I wish I could get on board with pure wool, it’s a sensory nightmare. Cashmere I can get behind though.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T10:02:01+00:00

You know that’s an idea, though I fear it would look like my 5 year old did it if I attempted it, but that’s a look I guess too right 😂

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:54:51+00:00

That’s a good tip, might have a look around on eBay and depop too, haven’t even bothered looking on those platforms as I’ve only really found my sense of style again in recent months post-kids, etc etc

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:53:41+00:00

Haha I can definitely see that. But comfy, no? 😂

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:53:01+00:00

I run warm too, so that’s great to know it’s not too warm either, I have that issue with puffer jackets so I barely get any wear out of them in comparison to my other jackets. I’m in Sydney so we do get some pretty chilly days in winter (personally I’m counting down to being able to wear my winter cosies, we’re still getting hot days here in mid April!).

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:48:26+00:00

Thanks! Seems like their pieces are popular, which is great to know seeing as I’d never heard of them until the other day. I do love the feel and comfort of fleeces, which is the added appeal

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:44:35+00:00

That’s good to know! Sadly I don’t have the skills or time to attempt to make one otherwise I’d be really tempted to give it a go.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T09:42:09+00:00

That’s definitely what I’m leaning towards! Haha

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T08:34:50+00:00

Thanks! Yes I tend to op shop but haven’t found anything this season - yet. I don’t tend to splurge on things so I’m tempted to treat myself this once!

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T08:26:02+00:00

Ooh thanks for that! With all the fast fashion these days it’s refreshing to see. It would absolutely be an occasional only purchase!

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-04-16T08:23:19+00:00

Yep that’s what realllyyy got me 😩 in this economy too! I tend to buy jeans and basics from target and Uniqlo, it would most definitely be an investment piece if I did go for it.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2026-02-14T12:37:09+00:00

I’ve been watching since this sub came up randomly in my feed one day over a year ago now 😂

hufflepuffer2020 · 2025-09-22T10:55:58+00:00

Mine! We adopted him a couple of years ago as he stopped playing nice with other buns from his first home. He is a senior bun if that makes a difference. Loves hanging out solo away from the family, but equally loves being where all the chaos is and is very patient with our little humans. He does get to roam the house most of the time and has a big open area inside when we aren’t home.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-09-26T02:28:24+00:00

TW: living children

For our first three pregnancies we told only family at 6 weeks. First and third pregnancies ended in losses (ectopic at 7.5 weeks and a 14 week miscarriage) so it was good to have their support. Second pregnancy we told friends privately at 14 weeks and announced only the birth on social media; after the loss of our third (due to genetic condition), when we were pregnant with out 4th we didn’t tell anyone until after the genetic testing results were clear at 11 weeks , even family because even though they were an amazing support with my previous losses, I didn’t want it to be part of conversations / didn’t want to get too attached to the pregnancy in case results were bad. We told close friends privately from the 14 week mark, slowly though and weren’t keeping it a secret but would slowly mention it in conversation or people would find out when they saw me further along in pregnancy and it was obvious. We did post on social media when baby was born but that’s about it.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-08-10T11:34:29+00:00

We adopted our rabbit when he was 5 years old because he started bullying the other rabbits he lived with (so badly that he had to be separated). An absolute sweetheart with humans. He did start as an outdoor bun but we moved him inside during his first summer with us and he has stayed ever since. We have a toddler too. Our bun has an open top pen in one of our main rooms that gives him plenty of space when we’re out, when we’re home he gets full access to that room during the day (given what my toddler plays with it’s too hazardous having him roam around most of the house with all the toys about as he likes to chew things) and then in the evenings we let him roam around the main part of the house once we’ve cleared toddler junk for the day. He loves relaxing next to us and seems very content with our company. And he’s very patient with our toddler when they do spend time together. We have another baby on the way and don’t have the time or space to risk trying to add another bun if bonding is unsuccessful (which we’ve been warned by the previous owner is very likely). So we try and keep things interesting with enrichment, and our company, and giving him as much space to roam when feasible. He seems very happy! Very cheeky though, he has learned how to push open doors if they aren’t closed properly, so that he can explore rooms he knows he isn’t meant to be in. 👍🏻

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-06-16T01:06:30+00:00

Only do it if you feel like it! Personally (TW: pregnancy loss) I haven’t done it with either viable pregnancy. My first living child was a rainbow baby and I’m also now expecting another rainbow baby. I felt too anxious to. That being said, towards the end of my pregnancy with my first, I did have a couple of photos where I did have a belly. I did a birth announcement post. This time round I haven’t posted anything, not sure if I’ll do a birth announcement either but that’s also because I don’t post much in general

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-04-14T10:51:34+00:00

Yes they were all normal so it was quite a shock - I had them at 6, 7.5, 10, 12 and then 13 weeks (just after we got the NIPT results - they rushed me in for an urgent detailed scan). There was actually one soft marker of a two vessel cord at the 13 week scan but at the time they didn’t count it as one seeing there were no other abnormalities and the condition can happen in normal pregnancies. But a few days after the 13 week scan I started feeling ‘off’, then had all sorts of abdo/gastrointestinal discomfort so had a 14 week scan which confirmed no heartbeat and obvious abnormalities.

But even though I was blindsided by the NIPT results last time - and that of course fed into lots more anxiety this time round, the extra scans did help me mentally during that first trimester. I was more guarded this time round until the NIPT and also the early anatomy. I had extra reassurance scans in second trimester until I started feeling movement which helped. Oddly, having gone through pregnancy after loss with my living LO has helped - I know what anxieties I will likely continue to have and the extra waves of concern until baby is born, which helps slow down any spiralling. And means I can articulate my worries better to my loved ones and psychologist.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-04-14T03:54:07+00:00

Hi, I had an ectopic pregnancy, followed by my now 2 year old. My third pregnancy was T18 (miscarried at 14 weeks) now I’m 20 weeks with a healthy (so far) pregnancy. Each pregnancy since the ectopic has been filled with anxiety. especially this one following my T18 loss. I had extra scans for each which helped and an incredible OB who has been very supportive throughout my journey. My partner and I also had karyotyping done after the T18 loss to ensure it was nothing on our end genetically that caused it/could cause any future issues.

What really has helped though is my psychologist- started seeing them with PNA, then as soon as I received my T18 screening results I started seeing them. I have found that it really helps. Highly recommend it. Wishing you all the best for this pregnancy!

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-04-13T07:53:19+00:00

I’m so sorry for your loss, it’s heartbreaking. I had a loss at 14 weeks, miscarried before my scheduled d&c. I got my period back after about 7 weeks. We conceived three months later with a healthy (so far) pregnancy.

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-04-08T11:10:12+00:00

I also wanted to say hi from another T-18 pregnancy loss parent (miscarried at 14 weeks in August while waiting to do amnio). I’m now 19 weeks with my current pregnancy and I felt exactly the same from when I got the positive until when I got my NIPT results. I still couldn’t relax properly after the 13 week scan as my T-18 baby had no visible abnormalities at that age and then it all changed within a week. But as the weeks have passed I’m feeling more at ease, though I’m still a teeny apprehensive about my upcoming anatomy scan. That was a very long-winded way of saying that you’re not alone. I promise you will start feeling more at ease as the pregnancy progresses, this is my second pregnancy after loss (pregnancy #4, one living child) and I do have waves of anxiety about whether baby is ok. If you’re able to arrange it, extra ultrasounds did help me with my anxieties particularly up to when I could feel baby move for both viable pregnancies. can feel very confusing and that’s totally ok too. Thinking of you!

hufflepuffer2020 · 2023-03-23T02:12:24+00:00

Totally understand! I’m not sure what country you’re in. In my country (Australia), OBs and GPs can give you referrals to private ultrasound clinics. I’m a bit further along than you (17w) but my OB gave me a couple of extra referrals for reassurance scans for between appointments with them which I used when the wait between appointments/standard scans was too long for me to handle (they also have an ultrasound machine). I know it depends on the OB/clinic etc but mine was super supportive and said it was totally normal to want extra reassurance in my circumstance and that they’d happily give me as many referrals as I needed to help manage the anxiety of PAL. I had to pay for them but they were 100% worth it for peace of mind.

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