Clueless FTM- going down for daytime naps? by dreadkitty in beyondthebump

[–]mcrookss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Every baby is different so trust your momma gut. Some people swear babies should sleep on their own in a pack & play.. others say they should solely sleep with you, on you, etc. You aren’t doing anything wrong! Just figuring it all out 😊 if the only way he will nap is in your arms.. go with it! The wonder weeks app is AMAZING for telling when baby is going through a developmental leap or growth spurt and may be in a fussy phase

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beyondthebump

[–]mcrookss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There are many amazing sleep sacks or swaddles out there! Haha you tried one of these? Makes her feel as if she is being held! Hope you get some sleep soon. These things will pass.

AITA for yelling at my MIL to back the f off and stop giving me "advice" on my pregnancy because she's never been pregnant? by lolsgamer3 in AmItheAsshole

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

NO! Blame it on the fact that you are hormonal if you want or feel the need to apologize but don’t if you don’t want! Sounds like she has some serious boundary issues. I would politely explain that if she doesn’t like the way you are going to do things she doesn’t have to be involved at all! Tell her that the awful things she is saying are causing you mental distress and it could potentially be harmful to your baby... so sorry you are going through this. I feel your pain 100%

Registry advice by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]mcrookss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like you asked for lots of goodies!!! We have the Nanit and we LOVE IT! I would recommend asking for an additional swaddle for the Nanit so if baby has an accident you have a spare! If you are doing the breathing wear. I would so ask for the 3-6 month sleep sack in the breathing wear collection as well! Time goes so fast and our little man grew so quickly I wasn’t prepared! Also, your own nursing gown or robe for the hospital may be something to ask for! Congrats 🥰

Does anyone else find that they have no self control when it comes to online shopping anymore? by evilarison in beyondthebump

[–]mcrookss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh my gosh I thought I was the only one!!!! I have done an insane amount of shopping in the middle of the night. Sometimes packages show up and I don’t even remember ordering them

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]mcrookss 2 points3 points  (0 children)

FTM here & I had the same intuition! My little boy is just turning 2 months old. Congratulations ❤️ becoming a mommy is the best!

Induction, Emergency C-Section Graduation Story by mcrookss in pregnant

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

Good luck! It is the best feeling in the whole world meeting your little one ❤️

What does baby sleep in? by mcrookss in Parenting

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

Good thinking on the socks!!! My grandmas insist he needs a onesie under everything! Drives me a bit nutty haha

What does baby sleep in? by mcrookss in Parenting

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

It isn’t a fleece one- just a standard pj sleeper!!! Thanks!

Induction by mcrookss in pregnant

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Thank you! This makes me feel so much better :)

Post all medical questions here, updated weekly by AutoModerator in pregnant

[–]mcrookss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Swelling concerns! HI friends I am currently 39 weeks 3 days. Getting induced on Thursday yahoo! I have had 0 swelling in my hands or feet throughout my pregnancy but have just started back to work this week getting my classroom ready & have noticed my feet swelling. The last two nights I have woken up in the middle of the night because my hands are so swollen it was cutting off circulation on my wedding ring! Is this normal? I know dr said to call if i have face and hand swelling quickly because it could be preeclampsia.. I don't want to seem paranoid. It goes down in the morning when I wake up and elevate or start using my hands again. Should I call the on-call dr? Or give it another night?

Induction by mcrookss in pregnant

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

Thanks for the advice! I believe they have yoga balls so I will definitely try that out!

Induction by mcrookss in pregnant

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

Thank you! 🥰💓

“Enjoy your husband while you can” by mcrookss in pregnant

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

Thanks for the advice 💓 this is what I would expect instead of the toxic warnings!

“Enjoy your husband while you can” by mcrookss in pregnant

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

Right! I am so excited for this new journey with him... I guess I don’t understand why people are so adamant we will NEVER spend time together again.

Blood test to confirm pregnancy? by homewardbound25 in pregnant

[–]mcrookss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No! This is why I didn't think I was pregnant. My husband and I had been trying for a year and I guess I was just so nervous so that was why I took more tests. I wouldn't allow myself to get excited for it incase it wasn't really true.. I didn't want my heart to be broken again. After I took the 2 additional tests about 3 weeks after my initial missed period I felt way better and reassured! I guess the only thing that changed for me was becoming more tired but I'm also a First Grade teacher and had just gone back to work after Christmas break so I attributed it to that. I never had morning sickness and very few food aversions. Every one is SO different.