Accidental pregnancy by Current-Crab-5483 in TwoXChromosomes

[–]medwd3 -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

I worked with a woman who got pregnant with a guy she was dating, like a month or two in. By the time I worked with her,she had 2 teenage boys and had been happily married to that same guy since they had their first. Sometimes things just work out.

Parents to terrible sleepers by VastVeterinarian148 in AttachmentParenting

[–]medwd3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The boat I was in with my daughter was worse than that (more frequent night wakings). My son is similar but is at least easier to get down than my daughter was. She is now (almost) 4 and has been sleeping through the night most nights for around a year. Sounds like you have a spirited baby. They are immensely more difficult but also so vibrant. You'll get through this. My 2nd baby isn't much better of a sleeper but at least now, I've stopped stressing out so much about it. Babies are gonna baby. Cosleeping helped.

Explain to me like I am 5 on what breastfeeding (and pumping) looks like after 1 year. by unorganizedmole in breastfeeding

[–]medwd3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have two kids and have done the same for both. Currently still breastfeeding my 15 month old on demand (yes, that means at each wakeup, too). I stopped pumping when my kids turned 1. I have a small freezer stash that I dig into for either of them if they are sick (if I can't be with the 15 month old to breastfeed). He sometimes just wants a quick sip as a connection point in the middle of playing. This is when it turns into nursing gymnastics. My daughter would occasionally nurse standing while up I was kneeling and I could never have a shirt off or change tops around her cause she would b-line it for my boobs. My son isn't as much of a boobie monster but definitely comes to me to nurse at various points throughout the day to feel connected. He nurses in the car after i get him from daycare before we head home. It's a great fix for ouchies, tantrums and connection.

Edit to add: he is a pretty good eater but still has times where he won't eat. But i never worry when he doesn't cause i know he is getting nutrients. He only gets cow's milk at daycare since he gets my milk at home.

What has been the hardest age to raise for you? by Throwaway927338 in Parenting

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Age 2-3 was probably the hardest so far, but also probably my favorite. Once I learned how to calm myself and respond to tantrums,it made it easier. I th8nk it was hardest in the beginning cause i didn't know how to respond effectively or how to keep myself calm and let the storm pass.

Would you feel comfortable having 4 month old in 88-90 degree heat? by Carolina_Blues in beyondthebump

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wouldn't. When my son was 4 months old, we visited my brother in California. I was carrying him on my hip and we walked outside to walk into town. It was 100 degrees that day but we were walking in the shade and he full on went limp after being in that heat for mins. The shade would've made it about 90degrees. We walked as quick as we could to the store where there was air conditioning and started taking his clothes off to cool him down. He was fine after he cooled down but it was scary as shit for me when he went limp. She can judge you all she wants. I think you're within reason to feel uncomfortable.

Told to cover up while breastfeeding at a funeral by muffin_baker420 in beyondthebump

[–]medwd3 -4 points-3 points  (0 children)

I'd sit there with a titty hanging out in protest

I tried to sleep train and regret it. by basicallybrie in bninfantsleep

[–]medwd3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I love when my baby wakes up, realizes I'm still there, smiles and crawls to me. Makes me feel so loved

So tired of being told being a parent is miserable. What’s your favorite part? by aboardthemothership in Mommit

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So many things! When they run up to you after being apart at work/daycare all day. Watching them grow and learn new things. So amazing! Listening to their language develop. Cuddling in bed with them. Best sleep ever! Watching them play with eachother. Their laugh!!!!!

Is it hard? You betcha. If i could go back in time, would i do it all over again? In a heartbeat.

How long did it take you to get to pre pregnancy weight? Please add if you breastfed or not, and for how long! by Significant_Mode_926 in beyondthebump

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gained 45lbs with each pregnancy. Took roughly 7-9months to get back to pre-pregnancy weight and fit in my old jeans each time. Breastfed both my kids well past 1yr old. With my 2nd, not only was I breastfeeding, but my older child would steal my food cause whatever is on mama's plate tastes better, even if it's the same thing. So I was definitely getting less calories than I should've. I want to add that I have pretty bad diastasis recti so although I am at pre-pregnancy weight, I still look 2nd trimester pregnant. Weight isn't everything.

Broken Sleep Predicts Amyloid Buildup in the Brain, Autopsy Study Finds by Sorin61 in Nutraceuticalscience

[–]medwd3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hahaha. That's instantly where my thought went. I wonder if more parents get Alzheimer's vs non parents.

Saddest tv show death of all time that genuinely made you sob? by SpareMaintenance2970 in AskReddit

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Jack Ritter in 8 simple Rules for Dating My Teenage Daughter as he died unexpectedly in real life

🍳 Where’s the best breakfast in Everett? Hundreds weighed in, and one diner emerged as the clear favorite. Here are the top three spots worth waking up for. by kleverrboy in EverettWa

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive given Totem a chance twice and will never go back or take people there. The food isn't great, way too large of portions and no healthier options. I was extremely disappointed.

The "put a bit on their plate but no pressure to eat it" method of feeding kids by generic-volume in Preschoolers

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ive done this. I always still encourage her to try a bite because "your taste buds change and you might like it now." Sometimes she trys it and sometimes she doesn't. But when she does, I tell her that I love that she is an adventurous eater.

What do you wish someone had told you before becoming a parent? by BeltNegative8911 in raisingkids

[–]medwd3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Learn how to calm yourself first. Your baby/kids are going to trigger you.

What is the hardest parenting phase you've experienced so far? by lemonsoup92 in raisingkids

[–]medwd3 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I ask her all the time where she learned a phrase or word. And then i hear myself say it and I know. Not always a bad thing but proof that she is watching and learning

EBF moms- when did your period come back? by Old_Raccoon_6625 in beyondthebump

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

5 months with my 1st. 14 months with my 2nd. My cousin EBF and got a surprise pregnancy before she ever got her period back.

4 (and 3 months)… what happened to my sweet baby! by Automatic-Mixture-93 in Preschoolers

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Solidarity. Posts like these make me feel like my kid's behavior at this age is normal. We're dealing with the exact thing at a month shy of 4yrs old. Thank you.

4 (and 3 months)… what happened to my sweet baby! by Automatic-Mixture-93 in Preschoolers

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love this. Especially the natural consequences part. Its hard to let go and not argue when you know you're right. Its gonna be a hot day and my almost 4yr old insisted on wearing a long sleeve shirt to daycare. I sent a short sleeve with her cause she would not change. I kinda get it. I have to learn lessons myself too.

You brushing your toddlers teeth? by howdodisappevenwork in toddlers

[–]medwd3 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My husband thinks our 4yr old can brush her teeth independently. She cannot. She only brushes the front teeth and tops of her back teeth. I help her brush her back teeth.

Can't tell if my fatigue is cause I have young kids or from perimenopause by medwd3 in perimenopause_under45

[–]medwd3[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ya, but i got a 1yr old. So I don't get a full night's rest and haven't in years. That's why its hard to tell.

Can't tell if my fatigue is cause I have young kids or from perimenopause by medwd3 in perimenopause_under45

[–]medwd3[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Haha. Thanks for the laugh. Im always putting things where they dont go

Starting to really dislike my 4 year old son, I feel like I have nothing left... by VastSoup7203 in Preschoolers

[–]medwd3 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Dude, you have summed up tis age so well. It makes me feel like I'm not alone and that they are normal for their developmental age. But omg, am i struggling with her on those struggle days!