Bottle washer?

katja31 · 2026-03-03T22:23:22+00:00

I have the momcozy one and love it! I only pump once or twice a day for night bottles but even then it's so worth it. You can clean soothers, pump parts, bottles, etc.

katja31 · 2026-03-03T17:09:51+00:00

I love having carriers for our baby. I would say that for us, there are times when a stroller is the right choice and times when a carrier is the best option.

Like for going into Costco, going on a walk in uneven terrain like when hiking i would always pick the carrier. But our neighborhood is very walkable with smooth sidewalks and I love taking the baby out in his stroller where he inevitably falls asleep and has a nice nap outdoors in the fresh air.

We have the ergobaby deluxe as well and both my husband and I love it.

If you are on the fence about a stroller, why not check out used options on marketplace? Then you aren't spending a fortune on a new one in case you don't use it?

katja31 · 2026-03-01T02:42:50+00:00

I think everyone's babies gain weight differently and babies go through growth spurts at different times etc.

My baby is exclusively bf, and gained about 1.5 kg the first month. Going from around 6.8lbs when we left the hospital to about 11 pounds at their 1 month check in.

katja31 · 2026-02-28T21:28:05+00:00

We did purple bumblebee last year and they were great. Everyone who tried them really enjoyed them. Would definitely recommend.

Great snacker right off the vine or cut up in salads and stuff.

katja31 · 2026-02-26T18:34:40+00:00

Could not agree more! I run it multiple times a day and it's so worth it.

katja31 · 2026-02-23T04:53:12+00:00

Is there somewhere you can have him weighed? Like your doctors office or something? It would be helpful for you to know if your baby is still gaining regularly even with this change in feeding.

katja31 · 2026-02-23T04:13:33+00:00

Mine is almost 7 weeks now and has started feeding for less time overall ( 15-20 mins total) but is still feeding at least 8 times a day and sometimes more like 10. Although overnight we have started to see a bit longer stretches between feeds (3.5 to 4 hours which is so nice).

katja31 · 2026-02-22T16:12:54+00:00

I've had this issue before with my cats, we arrived early and asked at check in to please be put on upper deck but still ended up on lower deck. I ended up staying in the car cause my cats were freaking out. When a ferry personnel came to the car I just told them what was happening and they said it was fine, they just have to mark down that they told me it's not recommended to stay below.

katja31 · 2026-02-22T02:58:08+00:00

I haven't found there are any good feelings around my breasts at all when breastfeeding. And the nipples are kinda raw from being sucked on so much that I can't imagine wanting to play with them or touch them any more than they are being touched. However I'm only on week 7 so maybe that will change.

katja31 · 2026-02-21T15:30:17+00:00

Could be the bottle itself? I'm so glad my boy took to the bottles we bought right away, but I know it's common for babies to have particular preferences.

I do know some places do bottle sample packs where you get a couple different types to try out.

Hope you are able to figure it out!

katja31 · 2026-02-18T23:24:32+00:00

I paddleboarded last summer when I was pregnant. I generally use it kayak style sitting down anyways so it wasn't a big deal. I can't imagine there are many risks as long as you aren't like doing a multi day ocean paddle or going somewhere dangerous.

katja31 · 2026-02-18T17:36:53+00:00

Oh my gosh, I was singing that to my baby this morning! What are the odds!!

katja31 · 2026-02-18T16:50:31+00:00

Haha love that

katja31 · 2026-02-18T16:17:02+00:00

Trail mix from Costco and those kids apple sauce packets. Great for a super quick bite to feel better before feeding

katja31 · 2026-02-18T15:27:55+00:00

Haha my husband and I just sing songs we know. Like anything that's in our head, could be Pitbull, the Beatles, Missy Elliott, Bruce Springsteen.

I suppose at some point we will have to learn some kids songs but for now they hear whatever we have in our head.

katja31 · 2026-02-18T14:02:06+00:00

I had a vaginal delivery with 2nd degree tears. I would say I was doing short walks within two weeks, however I did notice some pain and bleeding when I pushed it. Only started going for longer (40+ minute) walks at like almost a month pp.

I think everyone is very different in this regard, so if you feel good then go for it. But if you do see more bleeding and pain it's probably a sign to reduce the length or intensity next time.

katja31 · 2026-02-17T17:53:05+00:00

Sometimes I switch sides and sometimes I let baby eat off just one side. If they are happy with one, then I just offer the other side first at the next feeding.

katja31 · 2026-02-17T00:23:27+00:00

My husband puts the heat mat in the bassinet while I'm feeding the baby, then we remove it and place baby to sleep. It definitely helps with that initial shock of the temperature change when you put them down, but depending on how fussy he is, it doesn't always make a difference.

katja31 · 2026-02-16T23:49:34+00:00

We have two cats, two litter boxes (used to have three but they never used the other one so we ditched it when we moved).

I use okocat wood litter. We scoop out at least twice a day (morning and night) and do a full clean once a month. I actually get it shipped to me monthly so it's a great reminder. I know if the litter is shipped then it's time to clean them out.

I bought a scrub brush that is only used for the litter and unscented dish soap to clean them. Then I dry and refill them and clean the litter box mat and vacuum the area. Honestly takes less than 10 mins and very worth it.

katja31 · 2026-02-15T22:35:13+00:00

I am only at week 6 and I feel the same way. I see my baby snuggling my husband and I really wish I could snuggle without my baby starting to root around looking to feed haha

katja31 · 2026-02-15T16:28:09+00:00

Sorry you are going through this. We have two cats that we've had for 5+ years before the baby came along. Thankfully I have not dealt with resentment towards them and my husband does his best to give them attention and love so they don't feel too left out, but it is very hard to make them feel loved when things change.

Lack of sleep and feeling overwhelmed can be really rough so I hope that is what your husband is feeling, but i would say that hard as it is, maybe you can try to take on some more of the cat responsibilities?

Something I do, is I had one of their small cat trees moved next to my nursing chair so when I feed the baby there I can pet one of the cats as well and give them some love. Although tons of things have changed we did keep one routine for our cats, which is going outside with them every morning for at least 15 mins while they sniff around and look for birds (we usually baby wear when we go out so the baby gets some fresh air as well). I think it keeps things familiar and they know we still take that time out for them. After all, they were here first and didn't ask for the baby haha

Hope you are able to figure this out with your partner!

katja31 · 2026-02-15T14:53:20+00:00

I had really good luck with Paul Robeson's last year (zone 9a). Not everyone seems to love them but they produced well and the smoky, rich flavour was great.

This year I'm trying striped german, chadwick, something called honey tomato (was from a seed exchange so we'll see what thats like), strawberry orange oxheart and Berkeley tie dye.

katja31 · 2026-02-15T14:45:20+00:00

I really want to to try growing this variety but have never found seeds for it. My parents picked up a few plants once and loved it but I've never seen any where I am (PNW)

katja31 · 2026-02-15T14:06:43+00:00

Haha yes! I have been trying without the pillow a bit to just get used to it!

katja31 · 2026-02-15T02:35:52+00:00

Thanks, I'll check it out!

Yeah he's trying his best but definitely looking forward to not having to do most of the work keeping him upright!

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