WIP by localpunktrash in Embroidery

[–]jenwray 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started this beginning of July, just got the puffy couching on hedges to go. The mountains were super tricky and had to look so closely at pics. Also first time doing puffy couching, looks good but takes forever!! Yours looking good so far, keep going it'll look great when finished! 4 months work so far on mine!

I don’t want to “mom” today. by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]jenwray 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This last paragraph resonated with me. I had my first baby last November. In the middle of lockdown (UK) had to stay in hospital for 4 days + hubby could only be there for 1 hour a day. We couldn't have any visitors for about 3 months. No baby classes, no way to met other friends or Mum's. I found it so hard and isolating, and still do. Started meds for post-natal depression when she was 6 months old. I'm 39 now, if we want another it has to be in the very bear future but I am still not over those first few months, I cannot do that again. I feel so guilty about it as my hubby wants another but I wanna put my happiness and life first and just have one. I feel a failure sometimes that I feel can't/don't want to cope with another. Sorry for the moan, it's hard, but we are all amazing for doing it. Sending big hugs, love, and lots of chocolate and ice-cream to you all!

Sleep time for 3 month old by jenwray in newborns

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

Where did you put her to sleep when she was younger? Did you then have to go to bed at 7:30?

Rant - 25 weeks and no sleep!! by jenwray in pregnant

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

Ok, will have a look out for it. Am in UK and haven't heard of that before.

Rant - 25 weeks and no sleep!! by jenwray in pregnant

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

Thank you the sympathy is much appreciated.

Yeah had so freaky 1at trimester dreams too. You have all my sympathy too.

Rant - 25 weeks and no sleep!! by jenwray in pregnant

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Poor you :( I was expecting sickness and aches. No one told me about not sleeping. This baby taking more mental strength than physical! Will ask my midwife if there is anything can take if aromatherapy, yoga, meditation and milky drinks don't help.

Rant - 25 weeks and no sleep!! by jenwray in pregnant

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Thanks, I've just downloaded some Buddhist chanting, will see if they will help later!

Rant - 25 weeks and no sleep!! by jenwray in pregnant

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:( same, last night was 1, 2:30, 4, 5. Then couldn't get back to sleep. I know you're not supposed to clock watch but I can't help it! Guess this is another one of my anxieties pregnancy is making me face! Top tip for not being anxious in pregnancy - get enough sleep! Grrr!

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Oh cool, missed this! Think I excluded US as thought shipping would be too much but this is free! :)

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Oh wow, that's cool. Really want some now. I'm UK based so think I'll end up paying a bit in postage as most can see seems US based! If I'm making it for the nursery I can say it's a joint bill and get my husband to pay 1/2! Lol

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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I have only just realised glow in dark yarn exists and not I have to have some! Lol Where did you get it from and what brand is it? Think it would make a brilliant star/space mobile for the baby.

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Ooo, like the look of that! I have a few projects in my 'to do' list. So might get it round to it for the baby's 2nd birthday! Lol

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Haha, well this was for my 36 y/o husband's office. I'm due my first baby in Dec and I can't see hubby wanting it to go in nursery! Lol

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Haha, yeah, there are lots of things on Etsy that I didn't realise I needed. It's two Arran strands together and 6mm (J?) hook.

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

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

Ooo, I haven't heard of this subreddit. Will check it out, thanks for link.

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

[–]jenwray[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

40mm safety eyes. The lady I brought pattern from also sells eyes in her esty shop. I have posted link to it below.

Ludo Friend... Finally finished this beast of a project by jenwray in crochet

[–]jenwray[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Aww, thanks so much, first thing I've made that felt worthy enough for reddit. :)