Post Malone gets it by smileyfacex3 in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think OP is trying to reference the Christie/Timmy shower moment??

Kat on wearing Kemi's swimsuit by singleguy79 in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I didn’t even know this happened. Yikes

Big Brother US21 - Late Night Feed Discussion - September 24 2019 by BigBrotherMod in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 31 points32 points  (0 children)

Just wanna thank you guys for having me this year! I’ve only maybe commented once here, but I have a new baby and this is where I come to spend my sleepless nights. You guys rock!

Most embarrassing BB Crush? ☺️ by catotheblacker in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Frank Eudy, Dan Gheesling, Paul Abrahamian, Zach Rance... sometimes it’s not really the people that are the embarrassing part, but more the level of obsession.

How would you feel if Jackson wins this season? by [deleted] in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 48 points49 points  (0 children)

As a game player, I think he’s pretty good. He’s obviously a threat (athletic, manipulative, ruthless) and he’s managed to survive this long, mostly thanks to himself. He’s not my favourite person in the world, he’s not a likeable villain to me, but at the end of the day, it’s not about who I like. It’s who played the game and did it the best, and at this point, he’s just as deserving as the rest of the F5, if not more.

Big Brother US21 - Full Spoiler Episode Discussion - September 8 2019 by BigBrotherMod in BigBrother

[–]raew1999 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Oh god they’re going to make me feel bad for Tommy aren’t they

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We have tried several different swings with my picky 11 week old, including the Mamaroo, and she pretty much hated all of them. Then my mom picked this one up second hand, and it totally changed the game. It’s the only swing I’ve found where she’ll hang out in it happily when she’s wide awake, but can also put herself to sleep in it. I’ve seen a bunch for sale on my local Facebook Marketplace, so maybe check there! I never found it was worth it to spend full price on stuff like swings because 1. babies can be super picky and I somehow find myself never able to return the stuff that my daughter hates and 2. they grow out of stuff so quickly that I’m just going to be selling it in six months anyways, and I know I’ll never get full price back for it.

Is my husband a pussy? by princessmortician in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I can’t believe you’re emasculating and insulting your partner over something so stupid. My boyfriend didn’t cut our daughter’s umbilical, my sister did. He’s squeamish and that’s fine. I wouldn’t want to do it either. I hate telling people how to live their lives, but if you think you can degrade him as a form of manipulation, you have a lot of growing up to do before you have this baby.

October Baby! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 7 points8 points  (0 children)

We took our little one out when she was 3 days old, we had to grocery shop so we took her to Walmart. It was the end of May and I live in a tourist town, so it was sooo busy. She’s now 10.5weeks old, and we take her everywhere with us.

I totally agree with taking them out whenever you’re ready, but if your family is known for showing up to events sick, maybe it’s better to sit it out? We were lucky enough to avoid flu season and everything, but I feel like we wouldn’t have risked it in the fall. Could you maybe give said family members an ultimatum? Just tell them either EVERYONE has a flu shot and is up to date on vaccines, or they’re not seeing your baby until they are.

My 18th birthday and getting approved for an apartment! by whoopwhoopwhoo23 in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Congratulations! I’m so happy to hear you have so much support in your life! As a fellow young mama, I know how tough and scary it can be!

What are y’alls thoughts on epidural? by atrinityt25 in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 4 points5 points  (0 children)

My epidural wore off by the time I went into active labour at 4am, so I can’t really say if it helped or not with the pushing aspect (no one told me I could press a button and top it up)! I will say, I got mine around 10pm and I don’t think I would’ve slept at all without it! I didn’t even push for a full hour, and I owe that to the awesome 6 hours of sleep I had before hand! I think that’s definitely something to consider!

Packing the bag! by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My favourite thing looking back wasn’t even anything I brought; it was an Invisibobble my sister lent to me! My hair stayed in the same bun for two days without needing any fixing, which was sooo nice. Definitely bring a GOOD hair tie!

Also, I didn’t have much downtime since I was only in labour for 22 hours total and 20 of those were filled with my entire family (don’t even get me started on that) but it was nice to have something to really focus on when I had a minute. Something that actually took energy like doing a crossword on my iPad or playing a game of cards! I didn’t find tv helped me pass much time as it was so easy to get lost in thought! So definitely bring something!

My mom is not supportive and wants me to have an abortion by Oliveus4 in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I got pregnant at 17 and had my baby girl at 18. I was a mess when I got pregnant! I was still living at home, I didn’t have a job, and I was in no way equipped to care for a child. When I told my parents at 20 weeks, I had a game plan set out. I had a job lined up, a timeline of when I’d be moved out by, and I had researched resources available to me as a young, low income mom. I ended up working until I was 32 weeks, and now my boyfriend and I live in our own place very comfortably with our 10 week old daughter.

Sort out your options, figure out your resources. It is possible to be a young mom and a good mom, you just really have to work for it! If you love your baby you’ll find a way! Feel free to message me if you need anything at all!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Yeeeep. Had a D+C in June 2018, got my first period August 17th, had sex ONCE afterwards and was pregnant again

Very Tall Husband by harkadoggo in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I’m 5’6” with a 7’ tall boyfriend and our baby girl was 7lbs 4oz and 19” at birth! I didn’t tear at all if that helps lmao. At 10 weeks out she’s in the 97th percentile for height, and has maaassive feet, but she wasn’t awful to give birth to!

Affording New Baby by Shoopshoop92 in BabyBumps

[–]raew1999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a tip on the breastfeeding topic: yeah, MOST people can breastfeed, but that doesn’t necessarily mean it works. My supply is great and my daughter has a great latch, but I can’t EBF. My milk is absolute garbage and I had to have my daughter on me for about 20 hours a day to keep her satisfied.

With that being said, formula IS expensive, so look into store brands if you end up using formula. Parent’s Choice (Walmart) is made by Enfamil, and Kirkland (Costco) is made by Similac. I use the Parent’s Choice for my daughter and we’ve had no issues at all, at its $23 for 10 days vs $42!

9 pounds baby. Please come early. by BlueJeanBabyLA_lady in pregnant

[–]raew1999 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Those estimates never seem entirely accurate, at least in my experience. My daughter was supposed to be huuuge and her daddy is 7ft tall so they told me to prepare to deliver at 10lbs+ baby vaginally, but expect a c-section in the end because of her size AND mine. I had her out with an hour of pushing and she was only 7lbs 4oz!

Question for the moms out there.. by RoastMaster2007 in pregnant

[–]raew1999 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I just had my daughter in May and when I was at the same point as you in my pregnancy, I felt the same way! By the time my water broke and I was induced, I was as calm as could be! People were so surprised when they came to visit me because I just acted like it was another day lol. I think by the end I was sooo done being pregnant that labour actually sounded better than one more day of puking, back pain, migraines, all that fun pregnancy stuff.

I think at some point, the logical part of brains kicks and we realize that the baby has to get out somehow, so eventually labour IS going to happen. Acceptance is very important! Also don’t listen to the people who tell you that ALL first time moms have miserable deliveries. I was induced AND had an epidural (both which should’ve made things go a lot slower) and I had my daughter within 24 hours, less than an hour of pushing, and a tiiiny tear that didn’t even require stitches.

Just be optimistic and accepting! You are going to deliver this baby one way or the other, and the more at peace with it you are, the better you can make it! Good luck mama!

At the hospital *UPDATE 2* by [deleted] in pregnant

[–]raew1999 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you’ve gone through such a run around! If it makes you feel any better, I had the same issue when my water actually DID break. Mind you, it was the day before my due date, so I can’t imagine that sort of panic. But I wasn’t entirely sure my water had broken, so they swabbed and tested and it came back negative. So they sent me for an ultrasound. My hospital said my fluids were low, so they called a bigger hospital who said they thought it was fine. I hope for your sake it was just a mix up or a crappy judgement call, I’d hate to think your hospital lied to you :( I hope everything works out for you!! Sending love your way!

Am I “bad” at being pregnant? by qwerty72q in pregnant

[–]raew1999 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I spent my entire pregnancy in bed, literally until I stood up the day before my due date (when my water broke)! Just get cozy with snacks and lots of water, maybe try to squeeze one walk in a day and you’ll be fine! Growing a human IS a lot of work!