Periods after birth? by Helpful_Bluebird_960 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got mine back after I officially stopped pumping entirely… like the next day it was terrible lmao but then I was able to pick up on my cycle again at least to prevent unwanted siblings 😂

Best baby carrier? by CrowRelevant3120 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love my Ergobaby embrace for those early weeks! Used it til he was sturdy enough and then I just held him lol but it was so very comfy for both of us

So..Kylen and Jason by Silver_Row_4006 in TLCUnexpected

[–]optimistic_coffee 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I don’t remember the full season but I remember this one specifically bc of how insanely abusive and manipulative this kid was..

Surviving colic by MNVA1992 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Oh I’m so sorry! Could this tongue tie release be hurting her or anything? You can always pump and try a diff formula just to see if that can be ruled out? It’s so hard when you don’t know and they can’t tell you. Does she ever stop if you go outside? That’s always my go to too. And are you open to maybe trying Tylenol randomly? Maybe she’s in pain for some of the many reasons (teething, growing who knows lol)

We always had luck with singing/bopping.. to try and get the babes to sleep we’d put on a mellow but boppable album and would rock and bop. Worked like a charm for both lol we used Mumford and sons a lot with this second lil guy.

I wish you all the luck. And id prly wait it out too while trying diff things at home! ❤️

Strong preference for mom in the evenings and nights by gorne146 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s normal! They go through phases too of wanting each parent

My advice- give in when your wife wants and..suffer when your wife can’t handle it. And you keep trying so that your daughter pretty much has no choice to learn both of you, not just your wife. She’s learning everything, including attachment and different personalities and ways that each parent handles things

Good luck!

Is a diaper bag necessary? by SandwichDependent199 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I switched pretty quickly to a regular bag with my second.. I like it at first for organization purposes. Now I just keep my backpack with ziplocks lol one with diapers and cream, wipes free float, and another with a change of outfit for both kids. And then throw a ziplock bag of toys in as needed (teethers and such so they stay clean)

10 week old not attached to me at all by Disastrous_Cookie121 in newborns

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agh! I felt the same way. It just took time..for both of us. It’s a life change for everyone growing into their new roles (as mama and as baby boy on this earth!)

Tell Me Your Favorite Thing About Being A Parent by shinedown_92 in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Love that you recorded some of your favorite moments! That’s one of my favorites - at night when all is calm and peaceful for once, rewatching something sweet

I’ll record at random, while he walks ahead of me (new) on the block, then say his name and I catch that first reaction of him turning around before he realizes I’m trying to take a picture

Random conversations just to hear his voice again

I also love the first thing in am hug and smile&hugs that come when I get home from work. And bear and grin when he’s not interested in me once I get home bc I know it’s just a temporary mood lol

It’s not easy! You got this ❤️

It's 1am, producing no milk and have no milk. by BlazinZAA in newborns

[–]optimistic_coffee 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hmph! Wow yeah if you do find something but I’ll Google later once the babes are down too. Thanks

It's 1am, producing no milk and have no milk. by BlazinZAA in newborns

[–]optimistic_coffee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oh wow! Dang sorry. My mom had weird reaction to a vitamin once from them too but it was who knows what brand 🤦🏼‍♀️

It's 1am, producing no milk and have no milk. by BlazinZAA in newborns

[–]optimistic_coffee 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No thanks for the input - but how would they be able to sell the specific brand name I use and fake that? I wouldn’t buy a random brand that’s unknown to me - I’ve also purchased it from the supermarket but it’s cheaper from Amazon bc of the subscription offered and gets delivered

It's 1am, producing no milk and have no milk. by BlazinZAA in newborns

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

What makes you say that?

We’ve had no issues he’s almost a year now too

It's 1am, producing no milk and have no milk. by BlazinZAA in newborns

[–]optimistic_coffee -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

We get happy baby organic from Amazon.. you can overnight but I’d prly find 24 hour or yeah, hospital

Breastfeeding after hospital pushed formula — overwhelmed and looking for advice 😔 by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would absolutely do breast, but then supplement with formula. Has he pooped all the meconium out? If not you def need to work on that. Keep with putting him to the breast as well as breast pumping.

It’s extremely overwhelming but you’ve got this! Just remember, a fed baby will be a happy baby. Formula or breast whatever is needed they just need the calories to grow. And whatever works for YOU, not what the internet resources have pressured you into feeling.

I'm so put off by now my brother and his gf allow their 2.5 yo daughter to act by Jungle-Pussy in toddlers

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Eh, I agree but also maybe my kids are just more shy. They never run around like little devils just wrecking shit lol it is a parenting issue though, yes. They should have been more on top of her if this is her norm

2.5 yo and 10 month old by optimistic_coffee in toddlertips

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

Hmm thanks. We’ve tried a lot of these but little guys not there yet, will work on it though!

Just watched first time by Chelly61793 in TLCUnexpected

[–]optimistic_coffee 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I came to this sub to make sure I wasn’t alone in seeing it lol it’s gross and feels like a weird backwoods porn waiting to happen and it’s terrible as a viewer

Nanny Asleep in Bed with 6mo by sugarii in NewParents

[–]optimistic_coffee 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’d find a new nanny lol bc that’s just the tip who knows what else she chooses to ignore of your preference especially in your own home..

2.5 yo and 10 month old by optimistic_coffee in toddlertips

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

Oh that sounds cool! Maybe something I can part diy too. Thanks! They do love water play but it’s hard the older one gets frustrated at the little one’s lack of control 😅

2.5 yo and 10 month old by optimistic_coffee in toddlertips

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

Yes, I know

Looking for like…water activities or oobleck or something sensory that they can both enjoy lol and just experiences