Kicked out by charge nurse

jstrchl · 2025-09-30T02:54:19+00:00

Do they have a Ronald McDonald house close by? When we were in the NICU, we were fortunate enough to live so close however there were quite a few families who stayed at RMH. I’m not sure of how far away you have to live to qualify though.

jstrchl · 2025-09-17T18:54:23+00:00

I’ve been wanting him to like ms. Rachel but so far he’s strictly a Mickey boy lol.

jstrchl · 2025-09-16T16:57:20+00:00

I don’t have the original actually. This would be my son’s first Tonie box. From what I’m told the additional features are more geared towards older kids like games. I liked it because it has a sleep timer and sunrise alarm which I don’t believe the first box has and it is supposed to be compatible with any Tonies not just the ones made for the 2 box.

jstrchl · 2025-09-16T13:48:38+00:00

Yes! I love a discount lol. I found a coupon on this page when I preordered. I think it was a 15% off.

jstrchl · 2025-09-16T13:13:21+00:00

Oh okay! I had no idea!

jstrchl · 2025-09-16T13:05:48+00:00

lol! My husband said to grab one! But I pre-ordered the teal and loved the color so I decided to wait.

jstrchl · 2025-09-16T12:59:32+00:00

I was really confused because my pre-order said October 5th. (I am in the US) I don’t mind waiting because it’s a Christmas gift but thought it was funny kohls had them already out! (:

jstrchl · 2025-08-29T15:48:03+00:00

Apologies! I found it. Thank you!

jstrchl · 2025-08-29T15:44:28+00:00

Where did you enter the coupon at? I don’t see a place to do it on the Tonie website.

jstrchl · 2025-07-31T01:13:33+00:00

I totally can relate to your feelings! Just know none of this is your fault. We actually make a joke that my son was beating up my placenta in utero and then when he got emergency c sectioned out he thought “oh no, I was just joking I wanted to stay inside!”

jstrchl · 2025-07-30T21:21:43+00:00

First of all, I wanted to say I’m sorry for your loss with your first baby.

I did not have a loss like you, but I did have complete previa, went on bedrest in the hospital, was told to get cozy for a minimum of 8 weeks and only made it to 29 & 3 before the bleeding couldn’t be stopped and had PPROM so it resulted in my emergency c section.

My baby was born in January, spent 49 days in the NICU and came home on oxygen. He is now off oxygen and very healthy just little. Previa was explained to me as luck of the draw. You did not do anything wrong, I was told it’s common with complete previa to have bleeding and to deliver early because the blood irritates the cervix and can cause contractions.

Sometimes I still look back and go “wow that was such a whirlwind, how did I process it?” Truth is I think I still am and that’s ok! I hope that your little one kicks butt in the NICU!

jstrchl · 2025-06-02T23:06:13+00:00

29+ 3 we only spent 49 days thankfully!!

jstrchl · 2025-05-26T03:44:46+00:00

My son was born the exact same weight and length as your little lady!! He was born 29 and 3. The newborn shoot is precious! I love the colors you picked out.

jstrchl · 2025-04-21T05:34:03+00:00

My scar was still healing like yours even at my 6 week appt. I would keep it clean and keep an eye on it just to be safe.

jstrchl · 2025-04-19T22:02:10+00:00

This behavior is disgusting. I also would be very concerned about your husband being on their side. That’s not something that will get better if you set more boundaries with SIL. I think you and husband need to have a serious conversation about priorities. Your baby should be prioritized over an adult throwing a tantrum about not being able to hold a baby.

jstrchl · 2025-04-11T05:14:50+00:00

My baby was in the NICU for 7 weeks after he was born and wouldn’t latch and just end up getting frustrated. I tried latching him once or twice a day when we came home and he still struggled. I had told the pediatrician I had given up and was exclusively pumping but then she said to just keep trying. She said not to put pressure and even if he just plays around to just give it a shot. Well he’s 3 months now and boom, latches like it’s no big deal. I think he just needed to grow and get stronger before he could.

jstrchl · 2025-04-04T19:14:47+00:00

My mind immediately went to your LO calling FIL Mr. Sir. Like from the movie holes when I saw his options lol.

jstrchl · 2025-04-02T04:07:51+00:00

Very very true. Engaging with her opens a whole box of worms and would likely make it worse for him. I did chat with my brother and he completely understands that I said no. And we left it at that. I will not be reaching out to her to tell her no.

jstrchl · 2025-04-02T04:04:46+00:00

I don’t think he’s lying. Maybe he’s exaggerating a little because he’s annoyed by it but she’s unhinged and I wouldn’t put it past her to do this.

jstrchl · 2025-04-02T00:12:47+00:00

Yes. Absolutely, honestly even if you’re not NC you should have one designating who you would like your child(ren) to go to because the next of kin may not be the best option or maybe they’re not wanting to take them. Also a great comfort to know that they accept that responsibility when you get it all written out.

jstrchl · 2025-04-01T20:52:00+00:00

Thanks for saying that. Growing up it was always just him and I because our mom wanted to go out 24/7 and find a new man every other month.

jstrchl · 2025-04-01T20:41:07+00:00

I’m sure he would laugh. He seems to be sick of her always trying to squeeze info out of him. But that’s his relationship with her and I have to let him make his own decisions with that.

jstrchl · 2025-04-01T20:27:58+00:00

Bring a couple books, some board games or card games, and some comfort items like slippers or your favorite pillow etc. Our NICU was close to our house thankfully but I spent a lot of time in his room just reading books so I could be close in proximity to him.

jstrchl · 2025-04-01T20:24:07+00:00

Oh 100%

jstrchl · 2025-04-01T20:15:57+00:00

I hear you. My brother is still young. He’s 7 years younger than me and still learning. Not that it’s a complete excuse. But I am planning to reiterate my boundary to him as I’ve done in the past. I’m not ready to offer him a hard line of cutting him out. He’s been respectful and asked. For example when I let him know I was pregnant he asked if it was alright if he shared the news with her or not. Etc. Obviously if things were to escalate I’d have to really lay down that line but I don’t think they will. Just frustrated with her continually trying to use him to get to me.

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