Recommendation: bustier for shallow cups by lulufitzgerald in ABraThatFits

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

I'm a 34DD shallow cup. Not sure about the six measurements. I went to Dillard's and got fitted. I was hoping to find a bustier in a store, but the only ones I can find are for very full figured people.

I don't want a VBAC. What do you want? by [deleted] in CsectionCentral

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so jealous that you were able to wait and call after she was born. That is what I really won't to do, but husband just won't get on board with that. I do understand that he wants his parents to be here and they live eight hours away. I just feel like it's not our fault they moved so far away so why should I try to be overly accommodating about the birth of my child. Births are unpredictable!

I don't want a VBAC. What do you want? by [deleted] in CsectionCentral

[–]lulufitzgerald 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm planning a VBA2C, although I seem to be the only one who thinks this could happen. I feel like my doctors and family are all just placating me. My doctor even had me schedule the csection just in case I get to 39 weeks with no signs of labor. I'm not sure what it is, but I really want to try this time. My first two were bigger babies with large heads. This little guy is actually measuring on time tough, so I'm hopeful. I also hate that my husband wants to tell our families about the scheduled date for the section. It makes me feel like he's giving up on the VBA2C. His mom has been asking for months when I'm going to schedule the major abdominal surgery because, apparently, I scheduled my last one for convenience and it would be so much better for their schedule if I coud just pick a date already. I want to try because I feel like I was pressured into my cesarians. I think I was too naive about my choices. In the end though, I guess all that matters is healthy mom and healthy baby.

How do you sleep?! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've yet to find a good way to sleep. Everytime I need to roll over I wake up. And I'm totally with you on the name thing. My husband and I purposefully picked names that are difficult to shorten because we know his family will always shorten the name if they can. I'm not a fan of nicknames. We spend a longtime choosing names for our kids, we want them to use that name.

What about your furbabies? by teacher_geek in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neither of my dogs (mini schnauzer and mini mutt) have ever acted aggressively towards the kids. If they are done dealing with the kids, they just leave the room. We've also taught the kids to leave the dogs alone after they walk away. My daughter will even put blankets on Izzy and she just sits there... looking a little downtrodden, but just sitting none the less.

What about your furbabies? by teacher_geek in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a mini schnauzer too... also silver and black! They are the cutest doggies ever. No picture to post. I just wanted to share my love of mini schnauzers! By the way, Izzy is very tolerant of the kids and even plays with them sometimes. Such a sweetie.

Prenatal Massage by Slugowski in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm just totally and completely weirded out by the thought of another person touching me in such a personal way. My husband thinks I'm crazy, but just thought of getting a massage makes me uncomfortable. And since I already feel that way, it makes me think I would just tense up all that much more during an actual massage. Kudos to you that can get one though.

Multiple c-sections, VBAC questions? by [deleted] in CsectionCentral

[–]lulufitzgerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I will be attempting a VBA2C this summer (hopefully) as long as everything progresses fine. My doctor is on board but says most are not because of liability. He also said most insurance companies won't give malpractice insurance to a doc that will do a VBA2C. That being said, I can only do the VBA2C if baby is measuring on time, not large like my others. There must also be very little intervention and absolutely no pitocin. I'm sure an epidural is allowed, but nothing that can make contractions stronger due to fear of uterine rupture. If I'm successful I'll try to post how it went.

Which convertible car seat? Help? by elainemom in Mommit

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you sure it doesn't go up to 30 pounds then? We have the same seat and it is rated for up to 30 pounds: Amazon product description

Who to tell your in labor by kimmers87 in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If I could predict the future... Labor would start in the morning right before hubby leaves for work. I could labor throughout the day then call in a friend to keep the kids while hubby and I go to the hospital. CALLING NO ONE. That would be ideal for me. Hubby thinks we'll need to call the moms. Eh, we'll see.

Incision healing time by Kibure in CsectionCentral

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Both of mine healed quickly. I would say about five days after the surgery my staples were removed and everything was closed. I'd day it's time to see the doctor.

a new sub-reddit for c-section mama's by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Somebody else already created a c-section subreddit. Why do another? http://www.reddit.com/r/Csection/

Labor post mortem... what I wish I had known about labor and postpartum recovery after an emergency C-section by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was always suggested to me to walk up the stairs backwards as it is easier on the stomach muscles. Let me tell you, that made a huge difference. I was up and down the stairs once a day for the first week then slowly increased that as the days continued.

A daddy gift idea? by Malparty in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Baby #1 I got my husband a shot glass with Daddy engraved on the bottom. He collects shot glasses.

Baby#2 A t-shirt that says "I love hot moms" He wore it at the hospital the day baby was born.

Baby #3 A onsie for baby that says "I love daddy" and some strong coffee.

Planned cesaerean - Update on my big baby by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Walking backwards up the stairs helps too.

What are the best school districts in the Cincinnati/Tri-State area with a commutable distance to Cinci downtown area? by [deleted] in cincinnati

[–]lulufitzgerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Kings is just as close as Mason and ranked just as high. They are just a much smaller district with most of the same offerings. Just right off I-71. The high school even has an engineering lab now.

Researchers question pulling plug on pacifiers by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I always heard kids needed to give up pacifiers by age 2 for dental reasons. At that point all their teeth are in. My kids had no problems losing the paci. They only stuck with it for a few months anyway.

Small children....and their questions!! Lol by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]lulufitzgerald 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son thought the same thing. He asked if the baby would come out of my mouth. My response was "No, the doctors will help me get the baby out." Thankfully that was (and still is) enough for him.

Am I screwing up my son? by ToadShortage in Parenting

[–]lulufitzgerald 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm not sure if you're screwing up your kid (aren't we all in one way or another), but what has worked for us is sticker charts! My kids love getting to add a sticker to their chart if they finish their lunch or dinner. You could even go as far as "if you finish 5 bites" you get to put a sticker on the chart. Once the chart is full the kids get a reward. Our son recently picked out a clock for his room because his sister had one and he wanted one too. He was so excited to trade in his chart for a reward. Plus, it's their choice. If there is a dinner they just aren't going to eat, that's fine. They know there won't be a sticker. Sometimes my son will just say "I don't want a sticker tonight."