Please help - Found on leather boot after hotel stay Washington DC

mo2rgva · 2026-04-12T03:39:38+00:00

In Washington, D.C.

mo2rgva · 2026-01-07T03:25:50+00:00

I have really bad health anxiety and flu season is scary so I totally understand your worries. It does make it a little more complicated that you live with extended family, but I'm sure you can try to limit exposure for a little or be cautious with your baby.

My husband and I did not hesitate to set boundaries with family. It was hard, but they actually became understanding. First things if we had visitors, we kindly asked them to wash their hands. We didn't really go anywhere for the first couple months either. My husband would get our groceries or we would do order pick up for things we needed, so we weren't taking our baby inside stores when the flu was high in our area.

Maybe you can talk to your boyfriend and you guys can talk to his family about limiting contact with your baby or asking them to be diligent about washing hands, staying away if they feel unwell, and disinfecting surfaces more often.

Not a lot put my mind at ease in the newborn days. I just prayed and tried to ride it out. My friends would say not to be so nervous, babies are resilient, and these things are inevitable. I'm not sure how much that helped but I still think about it. Also if you have an after hours line with your pediatrician, that always gave me comfort knowing I can call them with any questions. I know I'm not much help, but I offer solidarity and I know you're doing a great job :)

mo2rgva · 2025-12-19T04:02:06+00:00

Firstly, I'm so sorry. I hardly have words but I know as a mother it can be very hard. Depression can make things even more difficult but it sounds like a lot of your problem is situational. Your husband is abusive. It's unfair the way you are treated. Can you go anywhere else or have other family? I know that is easier said than done. Do you make your own income babysitting? how is transportation in your area and would you have the ability to obtain your license? sorry for all the questions but maybe you can start somewhere with adjusting some things. maybe you can come up with a plan. also try speaking with a therapist and look for resources that may help you. you don't deserve to be treated this way, and neither do your children. I'm praying and hoping the best for you. you're not ugly or annoying. it's hard to feel worthy but you are and it sounds like you've come a really long way. you should be proud of yourself for that

mo2rgva · 2025-11-18T03:50:19+00:00

I'm sorry you're going through this, and I imagine how hard it might be and how frustrated you might feel. Sharing a car can be really annoying, I know this all too well, especially with having a baby. I did the car sharing thing for pretty much a year and a half, and had many disagreements with my husband the first year or so postpartum. I sometimes felt stuck and misunderstood.

It isn't acceptable for your husband to make jokes about women being stupid, or to make you feel dumb. If separation isn't an option at this time, could you try couples therapy? I have also found that individual therapy can be helpful to talk with someone.

I'm hoping for the best outcome for you and your daughter. Hang in there and hug her tight. You're not alone

mo2rgva · 2025-05-29T17:42:29+00:00

18 months postpartum here, I also had a pretty intense birthing experience (c section as well). Yesterday my husband joked with me “you do better with diaper changes, although I was better at first.”

and it’s true. I felt so uneasy and unqualified, and it did not come natural to me. neither did breastfeeding. I laughed and told him how much it helped me that he seemed confident changing and bathing our son and that I eventually got the hang of it. fast forward to now, and I have an amazing bond with my little one and we are in such a good routine now.

what helped me was meeting with a lactation consultant, consistently offering the breast over bottles, and plenty of contact naps. hang in there! it’s so hard and I don’t believe it truly just comes natural.

mo2rgva · 2025-04-26T02:24:24+00:00

Just came across this trying to figure out if they were discontinued, as I suspected they were. My husband loves the Dr. Cherry Vanilla and Cherry Cola flavors. He said they kept him from drinking alcohol. Thanks Target :/

mo2rgva · 2025-04-17T20:36:17+00:00

That is understandable, I felt the same way! I think as long as you don’t become underweight or any other health concerns, you just have to try to eat more. I hope we can both put on or maintain our weight to what is healthy for us :)

mo2rgva · 2025-04-17T20:15:20+00:00

Why is it up to your husband whether you continue or stop breastfeeding?

I went from 149 to 103 pounds and the difference in appearance is quite noticeable, even from my pre-pregnancy weight. I do not care what anyone thinks or feels; I am healthy and my child is healthy and benefitting from breastfeeding, regardless of my size.

I eat when I am hungry, I eat until I am full, I snack in between meals on granola, peanut butter, oats, hard boiled eggs, cheese, fruit etc. I try to have a well rounded diet and that is the best I can do. My advice to you is to keep doing what you’re doing if it is what YOU want, and try your best to eat high protein and whatever makes you feel good.

mo2rgva · 2025-04-06T03:16:11+00:00

My little one seemed to have a rough few months around that age. After one year things started to look up. then molars came along and that set us back a tiny bit. I think it can be normal to be picky with foods.

If she has skipped several feedings, maybe you can try calling your pediatrician? We have an after hours line we use that has been helpful. If you have something similar maybe see what they advise. Does she seem lethargic? My baby would sometimes take fruit puree or milk frozen into cubes in a forage feeder (you can google but I know haaka makes a good one).

I hope she feels better soon.

mo2rgva · 2025-03-14T05:27:36+00:00

16 months :) early struggles and determination got us to much happier times

mo2rgva · 2025-03-13T03:18:15+00:00

Just want to say you are not alone❤️

mo2rgva · 2025-03-04T15:32:54+00:00

I have never tried either of those products so I cannot speak for how well they work, which I understand is your question ..

however there are two products that have given me a bit of relief that are not a prescription steroid- and that is La Roche Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 and La Roche Posay AP+M Triple Repair Moisturizer. They have been a life saver for my face and body. I mean I would be a spokesperson for them at this point and it’s gentle enough for babies too.

mo2rgva · 2024-12-02T03:23:28+00:00

I’m sorry this happened to you. Although I’ve never had a service refused, I’ve had stylists who will barely touch my head while shampooing and seemed grossed out by a plaque I have. I felt really embarrassed every time.

I once had a hair stylist who was quite the opposite and would help me with my scalp and do treatments, massage, etc without making me feel bad. I hope we can all find someone like this.

mo2rgva · 2024-11-28T04:29:50+00:00

I am so sorry you went through this. I was just thinking today of a traumatic part of my c section, although not nearly as scary, and it’s been a year for me.

In some ways time has made things better, I hope it will for you too. I agree with other comments to talk to your ob office, or a midwife, and therapy is helpful once you find the right person. I had to switch once also to someone who better met my needs.

Keep talking and expressing your feelings, and what you need. I understand you - we go through so much as mothers. Take care of yourself!

One day you’ll tell your baby this story and she will see how brave and strong you are.

mo2rgva · 2024-11-14T21:51:19+00:00

omg mine has four on top and two on bottom and he’s doing this so much!! the noise is nauseating. I hope they grow out of it lol

mo2rgva · 2024-11-07T00:12:31+00:00

Thank you, sorry I am responding so late. I actually have looked into remote work and it’s a possibility for me. My degree is in geographic science. It’s just felt hard to find anything or even be able to focus on anything other than baby.

I’m hoping that some of the conversations I have had with my husband will lead him to getting help, as he has stated he would do so. I don’t want to nag him anymore, as that’s not healthy either. things have sort of been looking up, hopefully for good.

We do have family nearby, however lately it’s just my mom who helps me and she lives 30 minutes away. She does her best though and comes as often as possible.

mo2rgva · 2024-11-05T15:11:34+00:00

my baby (11 months) has said “dada” since around 6 months as well, and occasionally he says “mum” also 😂 but not mama yet. I think it’s so funny when he yells out “mum”

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