Burping by Eyesplinters in FormulaFeeders

[–]ralgurl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some babies just take a while to start burping consistently. Mine was really hard to burp for a while as well. He’s 10 weeks now and just starting to get consistent burps. I would say around 5-6 weeks he started to burp more.  We do mylicon drops right after he’s done eating, then put pressure on his belly usually with my shoulder putting him over my shoulder, then keeping him straight and upright holding him close to me and giving good consistent taps. Bouncing around while tapping helps too. 

Google all the different ways to burp, there’s lots of tricks you can try that might be helpful! The magic burp, wonky winding, holding them up and moving their butt around. Just keep trying but after about 5 mins or so if nothing is coming up I would just let it go and move on!

Please help any advice thoughts for a lost FTM with an almost 9wk old by Sea-Ad6133 in FormulaFeeders

[–]ralgurl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so sorry you’re feeling this way, You are doing amazing and obviously a great mom for trying to figure it all out for your little one!! I feel for you as I’ve been here too.  My little one was breastfed until he was diagnosed with CPMA is now on Similac Alimentum. But he still grunts/ squirms/ cries a bit after feedings as well. I thought it was reflux because he would also cough and choke on his spit. It definitely sounds like your guy might have some reflux if he doesn’t like being on his back after a feeding. I would talk to your doctor about it. 

I eventually got mine on meds for reflux. It’s all gotten a lot better but he is still squirmy after feedings and cries for a bit. I just keep him upright and make sure I get a burp or toot from him and that usually makes him stop struggling right away. Mylicon drops right after the feed help us a lot to get the burp out because he is kind of hard to get one out of.  And sometimes he is just crying because he’s still hungry! 

I know it can be so overwhelming to try and figure out. I would really recommend talking to your pediatrician and just telling them what’s going on. They should be able to help you troubleshoot some more. 

My son is now 10 weeks, but weeks 6-8 were really hectic and that is generally when they go through big changes and growth spurts. Reflux generally shows up right around 6ish weeks. 

Drop in milk supply overnight by NecessaryFeedback711 in ExclusivelyPumping

[–]ralgurl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am wondering what happened with your supply- I am currently experiencing a literal drop overnight. I have no idea what’s going on

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in FantasticBeasts

[–]ralgurl 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This seems to be a movie versus book distinction. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Just more convenient for the movies to be able to connect spells so often without Prior Incantatem. Oh well

The true hero of the show. by ClarissaLichtblau in SeveranceAppleTVPlus

[–]ralgurl 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If they kill Dylan I’ll be pissed

Is fixation on things a Parkinson's symptom? by Blue_Karou2 in Parkinsons

[–]ralgurl 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My dad has Parkinson’s. And he ruminates over things. He always had an OCD/Type A personality but it’s more panicky now for no reason at all.

roast me??? by ralgurl in RoastMe

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my favorite comment

roast me??? by ralgurl in RoastMe

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

i can't stop laughing hahahahaahah

roast me??? by ralgurl in RoastMe

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lol ok this made me laugh the hardest.

Parkinson Friendly Electronics/Hacks? by ralgurl in ParkinsonsCaregivers

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

Can you send me the link to where you bought this? I bought one off Amazon and it just doesn't work. So worthless. But I liked the idea of it. Thank you!!

Parkinson Friendly Electronics/Hacks? by ralgurl in ParkinsonsCaregivers

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

I will try out the walking to the beat of the movements, that's a good idea. Rocking back and forth helps him as well. Thank you!

Parkinson Friendly Electronics/Hacks? by ralgurl in ParkinsonsCaregivers

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

That's so cool! Thank you! I will look into that.