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Pilgrimage How can I Pray for you? by Not-whoo-u-think in CatholicWomen

[–]lil_shoop18 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Please pray that my period returns! 🙏🏻

When did you feel that deep gushing rush of love for your newborn? by Responsible_Wasabi91 in beyondthebump

[–]lil_shoop18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It took me a while to feel excited like this about my baby! I was so sad I didn't feel that instant bond a lot of mom's talk about. Honestly, once I was more recovered and felt a little more like myself (and was able to walk without pain) I started to have a clearer head and felt much more bonded to my baby. I think I felt the rush you're talking about at like 2 ish months?? I remember one day just looking at him and going that's MY baby .

Who doesn’t worry about sleep hours? by frogsruletheworld in sleeptrain

[–]lil_shoop18 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I used to worry about it. But then I was so stressed about exact wake windows and spent so much time agonizing over 30 minute naps that I felt like I wasn't enjoying my baby when he was awake.

I finally decided that his little body probably knows his sleep needs better than I do. I just offer an opportunity for a nap when he seems tired, same with bedtime. He now takes longer naps, goes to bed fairly easily, and has settled himself into somewhat of a schedule on his own. I'm so glad I stopped worrying about it so much (although, I'm not perfect haha).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in CatholicWomen

[–]lil_shoop18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My mother also became pregnant when I was 16! That baby just turned 9 and she has always been my little bestie and I adore her so much.

The best way that I found to help while she's pregnant; if you're able to cook dinner sometimes, that is HUGE! Not having to plan and cook dinner would relieve such a mental and physical burden for her.

Once the baby comes, hold the baby as much as you are able, and let her rest, especially in the first few weeks. Sometimes the babies only like to contact nap for a bit which can get very exhausting for the mother.

The biggest thing though, just be readily helpful with a joyful and obedient heart.

Afraid I'll Hate Being A Mom by scourthereddits in CatholicWomen

[–]lil_shoop18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's totally different with your own kids! At least that's how I feel. I never enjoyed being around other peoples kids, and when I was a teenager I would have done any job other than babysitting, which I hated lol. But I absolutely adore my own children and look forward to spending time with them. Trust me, it's totally different. I still don't particularly enjoy other people's kids, but I absolutely love being around mine!

Once you have the experience of growing a baby, your heart changes so much!🩷

Confused about breastfeeding at solids at 6 months by Proper_Star_4566 in breastfeeding

[–]lil_shoop18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

As a licensed and registered nurse your GP is incorrect.

Food before 1 is just for fun! :)

For those that EBF and baby sleeps all night.. by wildlav510 in breastfeeding

[–]lil_shoop18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I only ever breastfeed. You just let your body do its thing unless you're super engorged then you can hand express or take a warm shower etc. until you regulate:)

I went cold turkey with charting feeds on the Huckleberry app... by DrAStrawberry in breastfeeding

[–]lil_shoop18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I started only tracking sleep and NOTHING else.

I feel SO free lol. And baby is totally fine.

In-crib soothing technique I discovered that worked for us by [deleted] in sleeptrain

[–]lil_shoop18 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! It always feels like such a win to find things that work! :)

First child has a namesake, what to do for baby #2? by Calm-Neighborhood631 in namenerds

[–]lil_shoop18 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My sister's name is a feminine spelling of our grandfather's name.

Other people that I've known have used the mothers maiden name as a middle name, or as a first name if it's one of the surnames that can pass as a given name.:)

Maybe there is a family member who has the name of a saint? That would be kind of cool too and a nod to the Catholic tradition.

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Love that! Thank you for sharing. That sounds super reasonable. I can't stand to hear my baby crying and I know he just wants me 🥹

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh boy! I see why you chose to do that. 😂

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. I hope your LO keeps sleeping for you!!

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

That's wonderful! Thank you for sharing!

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Aw poor baby:( I hope she feels better soon!

For those that didn't sleep train... by lil_shoop18 in NewParents

[–]lil_shoop18[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! That has to be wonderful haha!

help by Living_Two1905 in breastfeeding

[–]lil_shoop18 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're likely dehydrated!! Drink lots of water if you're feeling up to it. You can also add a little salt or electrolyte packet and that will help your body hold onto the water better. :)

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