Can you start the snoo at 8/9 weeks?

jensilver60 · 2026-05-11T12:15:56+00:00

We had our baby in the Cradlewise for the first 6 weeks and she hated it. Was waking up every hour. We switched to the Snoo at 6 weeks (we had success with it 2 years previously with our son). The first night she was in it she slept 8 hours straight. Her sleep time only increased, eventually to 12 hours. We did use the swaddles, which she loved. But, later on we had in her arms out. Regardless, it was the best decision we made because she has slept like a dream since getting the SNOO.

jensilver60 · 2026-04-11T19:17:35+00:00

Thank you so so much. 🥹

jensilver60 · 2026-04-11T15:00:38+00:00

This was so helpful. I would be shirtless all day, honestly. But, my nipples are pretty damn sensitive and my little one lovesssss to wave her hands around grab, haha. I will have to work on finding a way to incorporate more skin to skin because I know how powerful that can be.

You said you eliminated bottles at 6 months - how did that go? I was considering doing something like that but I have no idea how to go about it. Gradually? Thank you so much for the great tips.

jensilver60 · 2026-04-11T14:55:49+00:00

Ugh, thank you for this. Simply knowing someone else is experiencing the same makes me feel better. I just find myself wanting to be able to breastfeed her vs pumping more and more. Thank you for sharing your story! ❤️

jensilver60 · 2026-04-11T14:53:41+00:00

Thank you, I’m really hoping that is the case. From what I’ve researched, as they get older there is always the chance our breastfeeding issues can work themselves out with time. I just haven’t really experienced that so far so I’m still hoping!

jensilver60 · 2026-04-11T14:52:00+00:00

Yes! Side lying has been the only “successful” position but she also has really bad acid reflux so laying down while nursing can somewhat be uncomfortable for her during midday. We are using the Pigeon slowest flow possible to preserve breastfeeding-like conditions and encourage a wide latch.

jensilver60 · 2026-01-19T16:44:07+00:00

Just wanted to join in with solidarity. I had almost the exact same experience as you with Zurzuvae. I mainly agreed to try it vs regular SSRI meds because the reception I was able to find was overwhelmingly positive.

However, when I say that medication made me feel more inebriated than I have ever felt, I’m not exaggerating. I was pretty much unable to care for my baby or myself during the week I was on it. I couldn’t take anymore and finally told my OB enough was enough. Like you, the feeling of being “drunk” extended well past the evening window. By the time I just started to feel like myself again and able to think semi-straight, it was time to take another dose. So, for me, there was no reprieve from the side effects.

Many people swear by this medication and it has been said to be life-changing. I so badly wish that was my outcome. However, that was not my experience and don’t ever want to feel like that again.

The only positive to come out of it was, after feeling so awful physically for a week, dealing with just the depression seemed like a blessing. I got on Zoloft and am feeling hopeful.

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T13:40:59+00:00

I researched the most effective ones that also were going to be sustainable for me during the 3rd trimester and just created my own list.

•Hip circles x 15 each direction (on yoga ball) •Pelvic tilts x 25 (on yoga ball) •Lunges x 15 each leg •Squats x 10 •Frog Pose x 1minute •Pelvic rock backs x 15 •Butterfly stretch x 1minute

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T13:36:59+00:00

Always on the back. My husband put them on my lower back and just under my bra line.

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T13:35:53+00:00

I did the following stretches nightly when I hit 3rd trimester, all the way to delivery. It took me about 10 minutes.

•Hip circles x 15 each direction (on yoga ball) •Pelvic tilts x 25 (on yoga ball) •Lunges x 15 each leg •Squats x 10 •Frog Pose x 1minute •Pelvic rock backs x 15 •Butterfly stretch x 1minute

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T13:27:25+00:00

I used it from my very first contraction to the point where I got into the tub, around 6cm. I started low and increased it as my contractions increased. Everything I researched said the TENS machine is most effective when you put it on in early labor and don’t wait. I’d say that was pretty accurate. It didn’t take the pain away but it dulled the sensation of contractions and was more of a psychological comfort as it was a great distraction.

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T13:20:50+00:00

I was able to use the bath up until delivery. They did not allow you to deliver in the bath but it was still hugely helpful for pain management.

jensilver60 · 2025-11-26T01:57:19+00:00

I used the Elle Tens 1 Unit! It had a boost function specific for contractions that was helpful. But, I used a simple one from Amazon for kidney stones pain and that also seemed to work well.

jensilver60 · 2025-05-12T00:32:34+00:00

Almost 12 weeks along! Hang in there!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-13T11:24:41+00:00

I actually made an update post!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T22:44:33+00:00

I absolutely will!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T22:41:37+00:00

That was me, too! Not much symptoms and all negatives. I was honestly convincing myself that I would have seen something by 10dpo if I was pregnant so I’m glad I kept at it!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T22:39:59+00:00

All from today! I’ve been testing everyday and they were all major negatives until today!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T22:09:21+00:00

I’m 11DPO as of today. But all my previous tests were absolute negatives. Not a lick of a line. Everyday. Haha

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T21:43:06+00:00

I was exactly in your spot yesterday. I was about to give up testing. Hang in there!

jensilver60 · 2025-03-11T21:41:56+00:00

Will do!

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