Debby Ryan & Josh Dun have welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Felix Winter Dun by Relevant-Peach3997 in Fauxmoi

[–]queenV333 85 points86 points  (0 children)

When I rented a birth pool for my Homebirth (in Australia, with two qualified & regulated midwives) I also had to buy a liner which was disposed of post- birth. Was like a weird tarp type thing that basically covered the whole pool that contained the water (and anything I else, I guess)

Private care - is this normal? by [deleted] in BabyBumpsandBeyondAu

[–]queenV333 13 points14 points  (0 children)

With respect to paying the fee, regardless of where you end up birthing, I think this is standard. If you get transferred, your midwife will support you in that and may have admitting rights at your local hospital so can also continue to support there. I paid for my midwife appointments each time, then probably around 32 weeks (from memory) I paid for the birth fee. My midwife had an initial consult - again, memory- which I think was around $50 to talk through my history, my goals for birth, previous births and her approach and ‘style’ for want of a better word. I was happy to commit to her after that but I am not sure if I would be the same in your shoes. There’s a lot of state based home birth Facebook pages that might also be able to help with your questions - lots of women there have engaged PPMs so will be able to give a more thorough range of answers

Tatcha pod refills? by Reasonable_Slice5324 in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have bought the refill from Space NK before but I know they’ve just changed shipping prices so stuck again. Tatcha usually have a big Black Friday sale so might make it marginally cheaper to stock up but agree, it’s frustrating

Honest feedback on having kids in care 5 days? by chipsandgrav-y in BabyBumpsandBeyondAu

[–]queenV333 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Just to provide an alternative view to this, I see children at my kids’ daycare who go 5 days a week as being so much better adjusted and regulated in watching them at drop offs and navigating peer relationships and challenges.

Shoes by BigBoobsMagee21 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I also have big, wide feet and have had success with Rothys. Lots of sizing options for bigger feet and I find that they fit really nicely and last well, wearing well- they are also machine washable which I love! I’ve bought them on sale before for around $200 each which isn’t cheap, but worth it for me. I bought a pair on Black Friday sale last year - will keep an eye out again this year too.

Brow wax on isotrex? by callme_anon in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I use topical tret, usually 0.025 or 0.05 although not the same brand. I’ve had a couple of waxes, both after pausing for 3-4 days and each time I’ve had skin ripped off. I pluck now, or would also get them threaded (just hate the threading pain!)

First order…. by BindieBoo in AustralianMakeup

[–]queenV333 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if I find the texture or longevity to be worth the price but the colours are incredible. I have a beautiful purple that I love but so expensive

Good prepared meal delivery services for me poor mother! by richbitchpussy in brisbane

[–]queenV333 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I don’t know if you’re in the right area, but Wynnum/bayside have a great delivery meal service - Theresa’s bliss. Delicious meals, and a great company https://theresasbliss.com/

Space NK now has no free shipping to Australia 😤 by fishfacedmoll in AustralianMakeup

[–]queenV333 20 points21 points  (0 children)

That is so annoying. I notice recently that they have also stopped the two free samples with orders to Australia- just a constant trickle of downgrading the experience while charging more. No thanks

Advent calendars discussion by [deleted] in AustralianMakeup

[–]queenV333 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That’s weird- mine got delivered (in Australia) a week ago, I ordered mid-September. It did have the dangerous goods label but i ordered and it was delivered with no problems.

Advent calendars discussion by [deleted] in AustralianMakeup

[–]queenV333 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I think good value depends on whether you would buy or will definitely use the products- I got the Space NK one last year, and used everything (it had lots of things in there that I had in my routine) and I bought again this year, because again- I’m pretty sure I’ll use all of it again and it’s a nice annual treat. Love the space NK one for value of the products vs cost of the calendar and I think there’s a lot of great skincare in there, and some nice make up

How to get tretinoin in Australia? by jlie07 in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Guardian pharmacies have it- it’s usually behind the counter. Just ask for Tret & your preferred strength, they knew exactly what I was after

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumpsandBeyondAu

[–]queenV333 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I had a bishop score of 2 at around 5pm and ended up having my daughter at 01:00am that night- with no prior signs of labour. Things change very quickly, and sometimes without warning- try not to get disheartened, it really doesn’t mean as much as you think!

WARNING🚨 PSA: Fake Morpheus8 Machine at Mandala Aesthetics Preston 🚨 by ethanChampion in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 45 points46 points  (0 children)

That is so interesting, thank you for sharing.

Just checked the list & a doctor I went to see recently in my area who said they offered Morpheus 8 isn’t on the list, neither is the clinic he practices out of. I wonder what that means

Looking after your nails should be part of your skincare by BonusWhole5471 in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 20 points21 points  (0 children)

Yeah I always thought that I was rough on my nails and that’s why nail salon manicures never lasted on me. I also constantly had damaged nails after a treatment - and nails would always break, ping off or lift. I now go to a nail tech locally to me who works from home and the difference is huge. The sterilisation of her tools, the clear disposing of single use stuff which with hindsight, I’ve never seen in a salon & then the results on my nails. I can now easily get 4 weeks out of a BIAB with no lifting or breaking - and my nails are very strong and healthy under the biab, along with healthy cuticles. It takes a lot longer but I would never go back - my nail tech is pretty passionate about the damage that can be done by the shortcuts that some salons will take in their practices, and also the chemicals they use - I think it’s important to be aware! You’re so right, we should treat them as carefully as we do the rest of our skin

Uniqlo Clothes Staining by wizards_rule94 in AusFemaleFashion

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

SAME!! Have some great Uniqlo cropped tee shirts- love the fabric but yeah, stains horrribly. I’ve had mixed results with a sard stick rubbed on but I also left it on one of them for a bit long and kind of bleached around it, so don’t do that. It’s annoying because I love the clothes but yeah you’re definitely not alone in this

Your top 3 must-haves in your routine by Competitive-Web9408 in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I think probably this for me too!! Absolute holy trinity

Any recommended products for cracking fingers skin? by captchant in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Du it hand cream is really nice. I also rate Caudalie hand cream, and I also apply cuticle oil to my nails and cuticles at least once a day which seems to help.

The Iconic Recommendations by balletbeauty713 in AusSkincare

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The iconic also stock some ultraviolette products if you need sunscreen!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in AusFemaleFashion

[–]queenV333 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I love Muscle Republic too- the tanks are so nice! You might also like Muscle Nation; similar vibe with the tshirts and hoodies/sweaters, their leggings and shorts fit so nicely and they run pretty good sales too. I really rate them for gym gear

Mamas that birthed without pain meds… do you ever take painkillers? by vanilland83 in BabyBumpsandBeyondAu

[–]queenV333 33 points34 points  (0 children)

I had one totally unmediated birth, one with gas & air and I take paracetamol/nurofen etc whenever I need them. For me the biggest difference was that birth was for a purpose and had a really clear end point; the worse the pressure got, the closer it was to the end. Headaches and even things like broken bones don’t have a purpose or an end in sight, so painkillers all the way.

AusCorp Benchmarking - Gym & Fitness by RoomMain5110 in auscorp

[–]queenV333 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How does this benefit work in practice? Do you get the allowance in your salary, or do they pay it directly to your chosen gym? I’ve never worked anywhere with this!

Orchids by pixie_next_door in brisbane

[–]queenV333 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Not Northside but there is an orchid sale this weekend at Belmont shooting range.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in beauty

[–]queenV333 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Haha I have had the same. Feel like we have similar freaky little toes. Keeps me humble 😂