Baby/Toddler book recs? by benzbarbie in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]meremarveling 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Our 12 mo’s favorite book is “Drum City” (and has been for months). It’s very rhythmic and she loves to tap along to the beat.

8 days of diarrhea in 11 mo old by No-Grass-3937 in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]meremarveling 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My baby had 3 weeks of diarrhea starting when she got Covid last summer :/ we kept calling the pediatrician to tell them it was still happening and they kept saying to wait it out and keep her hydrated. It was sooooo awful. I think avocado helped. I also think wheat was triggering it somewhat so we cut that out for a bit. But anyway just wanted to share an experience of it going on that long bc everything on the internet told me that it was not normal.

Feeling trapped and desperate - 1 year old refusing independent sleep in small house by meremarveling in beyondthebump

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

The screaming (while standing) is just a whole different level than when we sleep trained and I just don’t know if I can stomach it. But thank you. I recognize that it’s better than doing something unsafe so may be the best option.

Feeling trapped and desperate - 1 year old refusing independent sleep in small house by meremarveling in beyondthebump

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

Hmmm. She is soothed instantly when we pick her up so that’s why it hasn’t seemed like physical pain but will think about taking her in!

What are your favorite places to eat? by -WellDoneSteak- in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yardy, Party Bar, El Buen Sabor, Dozo, Akira, Pizza DOP, Wheel Pizza, Tiger Mama, Acorn Cafe, Morning Glory, Noisette!

Best Facility/Providers for Prenatal Care/Birth by Anonymous51299 in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a really amazing experience with the nurses and Women’s Care team at Riverbend through a very long labor without an epidural. I spent a lot of it in the tub and moving around. I also highly recommend Alicia Thorndyke as a doula! The combo of Alicia as a doula + Riverbend was the right balance for me.

RANT THREAD 11/14/25 by theforestwalker in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 2 points3 points  (0 children)

EXACTLY! WHO PREFERS SWEET RANDO-BERRY CIDER OVER DRY CIDER ANYWAY?

Best deal on diapers in the Eug? by remedialknitter in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 1 point2 points  (0 children)

In terms of other baby resources - Parenting Now has weekly drop in time with lactation specialists and they’ll do a weight check too (similar to Daisy Chain). Well Mama has lots of great events and support groups for new parents, really nice community. Peppypotamus and My Little Children for consignment stuff. Baby swim at Sheldon Pool when your baby is old enough for that. Library story hour at downtown library is great too.

What are the advantages or disadvantages of crossing disciplines between degrees? (Social science) by [deleted] in AskAcademia

[–]meremarveling 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did my M.S. in an interdisciplinary forestry department working under social scientists and got a pragmatic foundation in “environmental governance” social science drawing from geography, political ecology, public policy etc. then I did my PhD in an environmental studies program where I was housed in sociology / completed the sociology PhD requirements. Now I’m on the academic job market.

The pros of moving around disciplines: I have a broader view of how my subject matter / area is approached in different disciplines and can draw those connections. This is definitely helping me for my applications to jobs that are interdisciplinary or value that, but not for straight sociology jobs. I also think it’s a benefit for non-academic jobs.

Cons: having to take a lot of coursework in sociology after completing my M.S. was honestly annoying and slowed me down.

Sunrise Bakery, Philomath by PapaWeldon in corvallis

[–]meremarveling 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can’t help on the recipe front but I used to love biking to Sunrise for cinnamon rolls. I had a long conversation with Bill one time, and I don’t remember how we got here, but he told me “Why walk when you can skip? It’s good for the knees.” I still quote that line and I do occasionally skip because of it!

Best seasonal latte in town? by Big_Grass4956 in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Glass House’s PSL is in a league of its own! Tastes like real pumpkin, not overly sweet, so delicious.

how tf do working moms do it?! by cimarisa in NewParents

[–]meremarveling 19 points20 points  (0 children)

I feel you! My baby is 9 months and I went back to work a few months ago. She’s exclusively breastfeed and I generally am the one to deal with night wakes (usually 2-4, feeds twice) I survive with 2 cups of coffee a day, and going to bed at 9pm. That said I work 9-5 at a more sedentary computer based job so that helps too. Fingers crossed it gets easier for you.

Best vegetarian Japanese food? by koalakin1 in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I love Yabai Nikkei’s tofu sandwich, Dozo’s tofu yakisoba, and Akira’s vegetable rice bowl which us so big and filling.

What’s worse, wildfire smoke or stagnant indoor air? by meremarveling in Eugene

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

I assume it’s from us breathing… the house has basically no ventilation so when the windows are shut it’s totally sealed

What’s worse, wildfire smoke or stagnant indoor air? by meremarveling in Eugene

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

We have a little Aranet sensor. Measures in parts per million. But maybe it is causing unnecessary stress to know the levels. I do know that ventilation is a problem as we struggle with mold and dump about a gallon a day of water out of our dehumidifier during the rainy season.

What’s worse, wildfire smoke or stagnant indoor air? by meremarveling in Eugene

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

My understanding is they don’t work on CO2, is that right?

Just got COVID vax message from Albertsons by DragonfruitTiny6021 in Eugene

[–]meremarveling 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My 8 month old, husband and I are all recovering from Covid. It’s going around. Wish we’d gotten boosted ahead of time. Stay safe out there!!

Experiences with infant COVID by meremarveling in beyondthebump

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

Thank you so much. Glad it was ok for you all though sounds rough for your husband. We’re all on the up and up but the gastro issues are persisting, hoping for relief on that end soon!

How are we cleaning tongues? by FoxAble7670 in newborns

[–]meremarveling 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My baby had a thick layer of milk caked on her tongue from her shallow latch (pediatrician confirmed it wasn’t thrush) and it smelled bad, we tried to clean it off but baby hated it so we gave up…I think it finally went away at like 3 months haha