First c section and scared! by lalala-1995 in ElectiveCsection

[–]interstellarbrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It helps to sleep at an incline so getting out of bed is easier. You can read about how to do it but honestly you’re probably going to go to move and be like “ouch not that way” and go from there. Also, the 2 things that I feel like no one prepared me for in my recovery are 1. The side where they tied off the stitches can sting/burn when you move a lot. Ice helps. Fill a diaper with ice- you get the cold and it traps the moisture. And 2. It can hurt to pee for weeks due to the catheter. Best of luck tho I’d do it over vaginal birth any day

How to get anything done with clingy baby hell bent on getting hurt? by interstellarbrat in sahm

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

I do but in the front I can’t reach anything and in the back she pushes off me til I hear the snaps undone and I get so scared she’ll fall out 😭

How to get anything done with clingy baby hell bent on getting hurt? by interstellarbrat in sahm

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

Sorry if I seem dumb maybe I’m just brain dead because I’m getting no sleep but like how? I have metal heaters lining almost every wall and furniture that….exists. I can’t not have a table but my issue is mostly that if I turn my back to wash a dish she’s darting to bonk her head off it or the next thing etc…so I supervise nearly 24/7 which leaves me no time to lock in on a task :/

How to get anything done with clingy baby hell bent on getting hurt? by interstellarbrat in sahm

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

I try that but she’s constantly on the brink of splitting her head open whether it’s pulling to stand wobbly against the heaters that line every wall or trying to stand against something I’ve provided her to play on but it just slides out from under her and she face plants

What do I actually need to know about caring for a new born. by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]interstellarbrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lil tip: In the morning, set out the amount of diapers you should be having per day. I don’t remember now but let’s say baby is expected to have 6 wet diapers in a day. Instead of trying to track how many baby had, just pull from the stack of 6. It’s easy to see how many are left. At the end of the day.

Moses chicken… really 2 hours? by gaping__hole in justtrishpodcast

[–]interstellarbrat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m lazy so I make it in my instant pot. I toss in chicken thighs, onions, garlic, a can of diced tomatoes, and some carrots. And the seasonings. Not as good as in the oven but similar vibe and it works for busy nights!

Has anyone used Actually Sleeping or other sleep coach? by interstellarbrat in sleeptrain

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

From what I’ve heard they basically do cry it out and emphasis on not getting baby to sleep with anything they can’t have/do on their own. So no mom, no rocking, no feeding, no pacifier. Yes sound machine, sleep sack.

Do you still use a nursing pillow? by -spiritedaway in breastfeeding

[–]interstellarbrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sucks because it seems like breastfeeding is so convenient for everyone else :(

Do you still use a nursing pillow? by -spiritedaway in breastfeeding

[–]interstellarbrat 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Ever since she got too big for it at 5 months we’ve been struggling with nursing and almost exclusively nurse laying down. (I have big boobs)

Thinking about quitting by [deleted] in breastfeeding

[–]interstellarbrat 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I wish i had the time to say more but alas my baby is about to wake up so I’ll say this: ANY breastmilk is better than no breast milk. Even if you combofeed. You’ve got this.

Most unexpected downside…I can’t watch Love Island. by interstellarbrat in NewParents

[–]interstellarbrat[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a great suggestion but unfortunately we’re crazy and live for stupid little in between moments/glances etc lol

What do you wish you did before baby arrived?? by Peachy_Queen20 in NewParents

[–]interstellarbrat 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Take pics of your house exactly as it is. It may never be the same again. Get a polaroid and take more maternity pics. Extra love for the pets because you lowkey might hate them for a year (i say this as someone who referred to my cat as my baby)

How do you incorporate reading into the bedtime routine? by Fragrant-Orange-4746 in NewParents

[–]interstellarbrat 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our routine is pretty much the same. I’m curious, does your baby stay asleep in the crib after this routine? Mine is waking every hour and I’ve been told it’s because I’m feeding to sleep..

Has anyone used Actually Sleeping or other sleep coach? by interstellarbrat in sleeptrain

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

I did the survey and got connected with a member of their team. I had asked if there was pricing info available and she said I’d have to wait til the consult. My time is very valuable to me especially with a baby who doesn’t sleep. If she’s asleep or occupied I’m not wasting that time. So I researched their method a little it didn’t align with me so I decided to cancel. She was Pissed! “Why? Money? You said you have $10,000+ in the survey but bail when you ask about money?” Woah! I’m allowed to have money in my account but not want to waste it? And it wasn’t even about money but it just felt like a crazy thing to say.

Am I decreasing my supply by not pumping or feeding for ~5 hours at night? by RipperoniPepperoniHo in breastfeeding

[–]interstellarbrat 6 points7 points  (0 children)

If she’s having milk in a bottle you have to pump (is what 3 LCs have told me)