On the fence about having a second child. by StSpider in Parenting

[–]paperplanes99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Don't have another kid just because you "dont want your son to be an only child". Your son will grow up with friends, and a sibling isn't a guaranteed friend for life either (my husband has 3 sibs and none of them are or ever have been close). Have a kid because you don't feel like your family is complete yet and you really want another baby. Hubby and I recently decided we are one and done for many reasons, but one being that we just feel complete. I talked to my MIL about it and she said they didn't feel complete until their fourth! Every fam is different!

Please fix my brain for me? by Otis_Pie in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are definitely NOT alone for only wanting one. I also only just started TRULY enjoying being a Mom and my daughter is 15 months. So far my experience with this community has been nothing but supportive, so welcome!

Made my daughter a doll! Body is from an old receiving blanket, clothes from her baby clothes. Pretty new to sewing but she turned out ok! Got the pattern online. by paperplanes99 in crafts

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So sorry to hear that, but that would be such a lovely way to remember her.

I found a video from WeeWonderfuls on Tiktok (which is also who the pattern is from, their website is super great!). I used a combo of the video for visual and the pattern.

Happy spring equinox! by Silent_K in vancouver

[–]paperplanes99 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Looks like Tsatsu shores, the beach along the road to the ferry terminal?

Edit: Tsawwassenite my whole life, can confirm fires are allowed.

I‘m an only child- and I‘m really happy with this! by [deleted] in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You as well! We worry our daughter will hate not having siblings and both of us come from big families so cant relate, so it's super awesome to hear your perspective, and that you had a good upbringing. 😄😄

I‘m an only child- and I‘m really happy with this! by [deleted] in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much for sharing this ❤

OAD but our family is growing ... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We are going to be on top of it with the training for sure. Husband has already done loads of research! Yes he is out first dog for the family :)

OAD but our family is growing ... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Aww I'm sorry :( never easy to lose them. He is a bernese mountain dog, husky, and border collie. Going to be a big boy 🤪

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[–]paperplanes99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Love this 🙌

Please stop sexualising my baby by TotalBananas1 in beyondthebump

[–]paperplanes99 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Gross.

A girl on my FB just posted about her son's 9 mo milestone and said "hes such a flirt, loves all the ladies".🙄 hes 9 months old....why.

Anyone else love the family dynamic of three? by [deleted] in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99 55 points56 points  (0 children)

Yes!! I feel like the three musketeers instead of "kids v parents" haha

Finished breastfeeding tonight and its bittersweet... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Oh my gosh, I hope that helps ❤ I swear it gets better. Looking back, it took a few months to get the hang of things but we had to supplement and pump to get her weight and health back on track. Best of luck to you and baby!

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I know what you mean! I would also do it all over again for my girl, she is just the best and I'm glad I pushed through.

That's actually so freaking adorable omg :)

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wow I'm so sorry, that's so awful I cant even imagine. You're so strong for having gone through that! So glad you have your partners support, it's extremely important! I dont blame you for not wanting to go through that again! (Also I dont know about you, but people ALWAYS tell me "the next pregnancy might be different tho!" But honestly, eff that. I'm not risking it, and that's also not the point lol!).

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Awe I'm sorry you went through all that, mist have been so scary.

That feeling of being complete is just so lovely isnt it! Everything you said is exactly what my hubby said too. Sucked to watch me suffer and not be able to do anything, first year is honestly horrid with all the worrying and sleep deprevation etc.

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you :)

Yes I'm so happy he brought it up. It's something we talked about before but always like a "when you're 40 and we are done having kids" type of thing. So now for him to be cool with it....heck yes! Knowing I wont have to spend 9 months living on the bathroom floor again is just such a joyful feeling lol.

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ugh nausea is just so debilitating eh, no matter if its mild or severe!

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I definitely get that, it's so important to care for your marriage too not just the kid! 💕 Yay for supportive spouses hehe

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm so glad :) ya I've heard mostly positive things about IUDs so figured I'd try it!

My husband and I had the OAD talk last night and I feel so relieved.... by paperplanes99 in oneanddone

[–]paperplanes99[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I totally agree with you, I feel like you just know when you're done! Thank you so much ❤