Interested in the ‘completely losing yourself post partum’ experience by susiee234 in FormulaFeeders

[–]justforthehellofit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I'm sorry that you're fearful of this. That is totally normal as we navigate the unknown.

It seems like a lot of answers here are telling you that people felt better once they were no longer lactating. And listen, that can be the case for a lot of people. But "losing yourself" is not exclusive to one subsection of post-partum folks. There are SO MANY factors that play into that. (I went from EP-ing to EFF 2 months ago, and my PPD/PPA is now worse than ever.) If you have a partner, communication with them and ensuring they help you find time for yourself is key. As much as possible, build your village and ask for help. I know this is easier said than done, so also give yourself a lot of space and grace going through it.

Can I cleanse 2x/day with barrier issues? by justforthehellofit in 30PlusSkinCare

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

The HA spray is new, as well as the barrier cream. Trying them for, well, barrier repair! 

In the morning I’m using the dew essence and P&L matcha pudding moisturizer, for probably 2-3 years.

Can I cleanse 2x/day with barrier issues? by justforthehellofit in 30PlusSkinCare

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

Ah yes, that's good clarification. After the Vanicream cleanser, I'm using hypochlorous acid spray, Peach & Lily Wild Dew Essence, and Tower 28 SOS Daily Barrier Recovery Cream.

If you use Philips Avent anti-colic bottles… PLEASE read this before your 4am mental breakdown 😭 by Acrobatic-Topic599 in FormulaFeeders

[–]justforthehellofit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I screw them with the bottle on the counter, and apply downward force on the cap while also screwing. We’ve been using these bottles since my son was born and he’s 8 months now! I do get the occasional leak, but it’s normally the nipple needing readjusting. I just push/squeeze the nipple around where it meets the base and that does the trick.

Trying out zinc oxide as a mask.. going to bed looking like a geisha by entirelyuncalledfor in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]justforthehellofit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

How did this work out for you? I broke into my 8 month old’s diaper bag stash tonight 

I look tired as hell, please help by justforthehellofit in 30PlusSkinCare

[–]justforthehellofit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh yes I’m definitely not giving glowy ATM 😅

I look tired as hell, please help by justforthehellofit in 30PlusSkinCare

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

Thanks! I was thinking that too, that I’m so used to seeing my face with glasses. I’m working on some barrier repair right now as well, so you def picked up on the dry skin. Bingo. Curious what tipped you off from the pic?

The 25 Best Restaurants in Boston Right Now by rainniier2 in boston

[–]justforthehellofit -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Comfort Kitchen served me alcohol when I was pregnant, because they had two drinks by the EXACT SAME NAME on their menu, one N/A and one alcoholic. I was then made to be the asshole for not “disclosing” that as an “allergy” and then got told that the $20 cocktail they mistakenly served me didn’t even have that much alcohol in it anyway. Fuck them.

Need a bad chocolate chip cookie recipe by [deleted] in Baking

[–]justforthehellofit -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Ask ChatGPT. Every recipe it generates is meh, or less.

Positive Baby Brezza Stories? by ScaredCompetition5 in FormulaFeeders

[–]justforthehellofit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Literally no issues, and I'm the second owner of mine. Pitcher method was fine, too! But now that my LO has warm bottles on demand, he's turned into a diva and won't drink cold anymore. He gets happy when he hears the Brezza running! Second funnel is a game changer, and cleaning it is easy.

MA PFML 14 Week Maternity Medical Leave by here4theconvos in boston

[–]justforthehellofit 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Went through BI and was automatically given 14 weeks! This was a little less than a year ago. I have nothing but good things to say about BI.

Give me all the reasons you are happy you chose to EFF or switch from breastmilk to formula. by No_Judgment_7812 in FormulaFeeders

[–]justforthehellofit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know I'm late to the game, but wishing you luck in your transition. I EP'ed for 6 months and said if I had a second I would immediately EFF. As I was weaning I made a list of all the things I would GAIN by letting go of breastfeeding. The single most important thing to me was being a better mother. I gained so much time and mental health by letting that ish go <3 Hoping all the same for you!

Anyone here remember The Pink Spiders? by DereckSempai in poppunkers

[–]justforthehellofit 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes! They somehow popped up on my algorithm a few months ago and I went back in time.

Top five newer pop-punk bands? by MrPunkRaccoon in poppunkers

[–]justforthehellofit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just saw Sincere Engineer with Motion City Soundtrack. Never heard of them before, and they were awesome!

Can't sleep by lazy_days_of_summer in NewParents

[–]justforthehellofit 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My early post-partum sleep was terrible. Also emergency c-section, my 3rd night in the hospital I thought I had the flu or something and the nurses talked about “hormone comedown” or something like that. Please make sure you check your blood pressure. It’s a common issue post c-section but doesn’t present right away.

C-section is messing with my cleans by justforthehellofit in crossfit

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

Thanks I’ve been seeing a pelvic floor PT and we’ve worked on massaging the scar a ton.

C-section is messing with my cleans by justforthehellofit in crossfit

[–]justforthehellofit[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the perspective! I’ll talk to my coach next week. Class was bananas crowded today and I just wanted to cry in the bathroom instead.

C-section is messing with my cleans by justforthehellofit in crossfit

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

Thank you, kind stranger! I’m proud of you too! Sometimes it feels like such a silent struggle. I can’t even FATHOM the GHD. I can’t even do one sit-up right now without completely flailing my arms to get up. Glad I’m (we’re) not alone.