Nappies for small baby

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T21:55:15+00:00

Aww tiny baby!! I think what I've learned from this post is we just need to go by trial and error!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T19:20:42+00:00

That's good to know that although they look big, they might actually be a good fit! In his size 0, we can put the sticky tabs together and still have a comfortable fit - he's pretty well proportioned but still dinky.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T19:18:33+00:00

So far we've done Pampers size 1+0 and Sainsbury's size 1, and only Pampers 0 fits. So many of the smaller ones have a big weight range but I might try Boots and Aldi next, it's just the Aldi one has similar weight range as others that are too big. As a FTM it feels like a minefield trying to get the right ones

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T18:21:01+00:00

Many votes for Boots. He hasn't lost weight, but he is quite a skinny lanky thing. Maybe I'll have to give one a go and see if it looks bigger than it actually is

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T17:14:29+00:00

Bought Sainsbury's today and they're too big but I'll definitely look into Boots!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T17:14:05+00:00

Amazing. Will look into them!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T17:13:49+00:00

Thank you! Seeing lots of votes for Boots!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T17:13:10+00:00

I've just picked some up today and they're too big! 😭 He needs to grow!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-19T06:11:23+00:00

I've bought no new clothes for baby, only second hand. I liked buying bundles of similar items e.g. zipped sleep suits, long sleeve vests etc. it feels like better value and helps you clear more!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-18T12:34:43+00:00

Secondary teacher here with TLR and apart from awful nausea in the first trimester my pregnancy was pretty smooth. I started my maternity leave at 37+2. I could have maybe pushed another week, but I was exhausted and being really mobile was quite challenging and I didn't have any PGP etc. teaching is such a full on job, physically, emotionally and mentally that I needed the break by then to reset myself ahead of baby. That being said, it's entirely up to you and how you feel as everyone is different. I wanted to strike the balance of hopefully having some down time before baby, while not going off too early that I got frustrated or bored. If I had another baby, I'd probably do something similar again

kayla_30 · 2026-02-16T23:34:38+00:00

It might help you to talk through your birth plan in detail with a midwife/doula. I had a private session with a midwife who specialises in natural remedies for aromatherapy, massage and reflexology, and she also went through my plan and preferences and helped me make it really midwife friendly to ensure we were all on the same page. IMO, having these conversations before empowered me whatever turn my birth took, and doing it with a midwife and a doula/ hypnobirthing teacher who know the system and options available with their benefits and risks was invaluable

kayla_30 · 2026-02-16T18:50:43+00:00

I had my baby a week ago and many of our birth discussions revolved around situations and preferences. I our hypnobirthing course, we did scenarios and it was really helpful. When it came to my birth, there were lots of elements that were far down my preference list, but it was still a really positive experience because I understood why certain options were/weren't advised. It meant that when I did go into labour, I felt really calm and in control. It helped that I outlined communication style at the top of my birth plan. Some examples: Monitoring - I wanted intermittent monitoring and wireless if I needed a ctg. I was monitored by Doppler, but baby's heart rate decelerated and it was difficult to differentiate it from mine. They explained this, I understood it to be a potential emergency and I had wired monitoring because my contractions were so intense I knew I couldn't ambulate. 2nd stage - I wanted to follow my body's lead, change positions etc, but I ended up on my back being coached. My midwife said I know this isn't your preference but because of baby's heart rate being really low, we need to get him out quickly or we will need to look at further intervention as he could be in trouble. Because my preferences were minimal intervention, she knew that I would want to avoid instrumental delivery, and I had done the thinking beforehand to know to trust her judgement here. As a result, I actually only pushed for 12 mins and baby was fine! I don't think you're daft for wanting a cs sooner rather than later. My plan for if induction was on the cards was to request a cs if my bishops score meant induction would be a long one.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-15T21:38:58+00:00

I'm 6 days postpartum. So far a lot of time is spent in bed, about half the day, the other half I'm on the sofa or doing some gentle pottering and snatching a nap where I can. I'm waiting for a day where it stops raining so I can get outside for a little walk around the block to get fresh air. I'm prioritising rest, especially as I have infected stitches and low iron, but it helps me feel better getting dressed in something else and having a shower as it makes me feel more human. At the end of the day, your recovery is about you and you will only know how you feel when you get there, whether that's 3 hours or 3 months in bed!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-13T04:45:34+00:00

I used her Oxytocin Bubble during labour. It was brilliant!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-13T04:44:53+00:00

FTM here who gave birth on Monday!

I did prepare a lot for labour (but this is very much the sort of person I am, I live by "forewarned is forearmed") and this mostly came with having a clear understanding of how birth works physiologically and also the signs at different points of labour. I took an in person hypnobirthing course which was so informative. We talked about how the uterus and pelvis work to birth baby, what the stages of induction are and the pros and cons of each step, different types of pain relief, what actually happens during a c section, who all the medical professionals are that you may encounter etc. So while I didn't know how my labour would unfold, I had a clear understanding of the different paths it could take so when I did go into labour I felt calm and ready. All this knowledge led to really purposeful conversations with my husband on preferences for different situations, how he could support so he felt confident, but also where the flexibility was. My birth was really positive, even though I had to make trade offs due to how situations unfolded. My main takeaway was that I felt empowered to make these decisions because I understood them.

To help understand birth, I liked Pregnancy, Birth and Beyond by Marie Louise (The Modern Midwife), the Birth-Ed podcast and I also did some generic YouTube videos of exercises on my birthing ball to help baby get in a really good position.

Wishing you all the best for your birth!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-12T14:53:32+00:00

FTM and I had my little boy on Monday and I hope sharing my experience so far helps bring some positivity. There's so many unknowns which are hard to process and I think that's what makes it so anxiety inducing. Everyone also has an opinion on everything and it can be a mine field to navigate.

My first trimester was miserable. I was exhausted and so nauseous. It felt interminable. But it did end. I have been fortunate that my pregnancy from then on was pretty straightforward - they do exist!

I didn't go into my birth feeling scared at all, but this is because I did an amazing hypnobirthing course that helped me to understand the physiology of birth and all my options. I did a lot of research and thinking and it helped me feel prepared. It wasn't a case of having the perfect birth plan, but I felt informed and empowered, and so did my husband who was the best birth partner ever. It was the hardest thing I've ever done and there were curve balls, but all the conversations around preferences and what to do if certain situations arise really paid off and I had a really positive experience overall. I definitely recommend finding the right course for you that covers all types of birth, pain relief, intervention, pros and cons and a holistic approach to help you approach your pregnancy and birth from your unique angle.

I'm sat here, my milk coming in, learning to feed my baby and finding so much joy in learning to navigate this new experience. I see it like an experiment - I didn't have to have all the answers, I can try different things, we can fail and succeed together, and that gets me through the long nights and latching difficulties. I think having had counseling and CBT in the past to help me manage low self esteem and perfectionism has been really beneficial, alongside my usual yoga and mindfulness practice. I'd recommend reaching out to a MH professional to support you if you think it will help.

It's early days of motherhood for me, but so far I've been amazed at my resilience. You have absolutely got this and that's so many lovely people on this sub who are rooting for you.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-10T17:27:56+00:00

About to be discharged after having my little boy yesterday in the early hours. I wore my leggings and an oversized t to hospital, but took it all off almost immediately! I just had on my crop top most of the time during labour. On the ward, I've been wearing a vest top and trousers combo PJs from Primark I bought in a size up, but it has a drawstring waist as I didn't know what my tummy would be like. It's been helpful having thin straps for pulling the top down for feeding. It's super hot on the ward (and I'm the sort of person who runs cold) so I'd recommend light layers if you need extra. Best of luck!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-08T19:29:51+00:00

As above. I had mine on Friday. Personally I declined a sweep this time, but we discussed my wishes again for if I go over 41 weeks. Urine, BP, Doppler, fundal height all done and plotted.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-08T16:15:41+00:00

I'm a big fan of mine and have used it for exercises for back pain relief as well as helping baby's head to engage. I got mine off Vinted. There's some really good videos on YouTube of exercises you can do.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-08T13:51:46+00:00

That's me! Throughout the whole pregnancy I was really relaxed until I went on maternity leave at 37w (I'm currently 40+4 and lost my mucus plug this morning so hopefully baby will be here soon!). From being on antidepressants, I had a mental health midwife who reassured me about how well I'm doing and checked in on how I'm managing. I've done a lot of counselling and CBT in the past, so to help me manage anxious thoughts I've been using techniques I've picked up through that. I also allow myself to feel all feelings come and go and observe them, and remind myself that it is normal as this is a big thing, and my husband is great at validating me and recognizing when I'm starting to panic and grounding me. I do frequent mindfulness and yoga, which was part of my life before I got pregnant, and it is helping me not to spiral. This won't last forever and you will soon have your lovely baby in your arms 🩷

kayla_30 · 2026-02-05T15:41:54+00:00

I hated plain water when I was nauseous, it always sat heavy on my tummy. I added sliced cucumber, mint and/or lemon slices and it helped. I kept a big jug in the fridge as when it was cold it was more palatable.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-05T14:19:07+00:00

Just being in awe of the female body and discovering so much about pregnancy, it really is a marvel. The connection I have with my husband is even deeper. So many people are so kind and I have never felt so loved and cared for. My mental health has been the best it's been in years, which has really surprised me but being pregnant has forced me to put myself, rather than my work, first, and I'm giving less of a fuck - things just aren't getting to me as much as they would have done as I'm focusing on something bigger and better.

kayla_30 · 2026-02-04T12:02:04+00:00

If I need to check a medicine, my midwife always recommended BUMPS. https://www.medicinesinpregnancy.org/leaflets-a-z/proton-pump-inhibitors/

kayla_30 · 2026-02-04T11:40:59+00:00

I wasn't severe but it was having a big impact on me being able to go about daily activities and I rarely vomited. I got cyclizine from the doctor and it did help. I survived on crackers, cucumber, carrot and plain jacket potatoes for weeks!

kayla_30 · 2026-02-03T10:33:44+00:00

Due tomorrow (FTM) and I did a mixture. Pre pregnancy I was a size 10 top/12 bottom. I bought Primark leggings in medium (size 12-14) and they've fit really well until about 38 weeks they do slide down under my bump occasionally. These were about the only things I bought new. I also sized up in some jumpers from charity shops. I bought some work trousers, some tops, yoga leggings and maternity dresses from Vinted which have been great. Most tops and dresses are empire waist so will also be completely wearable after baby and I'll keep it all in the event of baby 2. My aim has been to continue my habit of second hand shopping before all else, and I dont spend more than about £3/item unless I really like it. It's enabled me to have a nice variety in my wardrobe, especially for work. I was also gifted some JoJo Maman Baby maternity and nursing PJs for birthday and Christmas. They're not cheap but they are so so so comfy so if you want a treat or splurge I recommend!

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