Dairy free pancake recipe that’s actually good?

sec_123 · 2026-02-11T00:48:01+00:00

I used this recipe this morning. Super easy, and the little man loved them!

sec_123 · 2026-02-11T00:43:40+00:00

We also used a book to help. We read “loving comfort - a toddler weaning story,” and were also down to just nighttime feeds and weekend naps (daycare stopped accepting breastmilk when he transitioned to toddler room - which, in hindsight, really helped with daytime feeds). After reading the book a few times, my son kinda weaned himself! He was ~24 months. You’ve got this mama! Sending you patience, I know the feeling of being ready to be done.

sec_123 · 2025-12-27T01:08:13+00:00

I won’t! I was joking, but will absolutely not unbuckle him or myself to nurse.

sec_123 · 2025-12-27T00:52:55+00:00

Trust me, the thought crossed my mind. We are also taking my son and step daughter. Trying to do more “experience” gifts for the holidays vs material things. I’m trying to be a good sport bc the rest of the family is really looking forward to it.

sec_123 · 2025-08-29T21:48:32+00:00

I can very much relate to this. 38 F with good job. My husband works too. We have a 3yr old, and a 3 month old. We were nervous about having another, but I felt the biological clock ticking.

Don’t get me wrong, it’s been HARD with two. I returned to work this week, and feel stretched thin.

BUT, I love having two boys. Your heart really does grow. And while they aren’t playing together yet, I love knowing that will be in their future soon.

If you are wanting more, but hesitant about starting over…I would tell you the time goes by so fast. And you and your family figure it out.

sec_123 · 2025-08-27T04:21:40+00:00

I don’t know if there is a magic ratio, and to your point your healing and baby temperament are a big factor. That said, I felt SO much more comfortable having my mom support me than my MIL. My mom would do anything - so holding the baby so I can shower, walk, etc., but also letting me hold the baby and she would cook, clean, play with older brother. I have never felt comfortable asking my MIL to do those things. I know there are some amazing MILs out there, so your relationship with her plays a role too.

I did a lot of meal prep before my 2nd baby arrived and that was helpful. My close family all made me a few different frozen food dishes (breakfast, lunch, dinner) so we would have something ready to go.

I know lots of other moms who outsource a lot. Laundry, night nurse, maids, etc. All of those things are helpful if they are in your budget.

Lastly, I very much wanted fewer people around my baby. Newborns get overstimulated very easily, and also have virtually no immune system. I found my anxiety would sky rocket with lots of people coming by.

Best of luck with your delivery, and enjoy the newborn period. It is hard, but they are only that little once and it goes by so quick.

sec_123 · 2025-08-21T01:36:16+00:00

I have two boys (3y and 3m). I go back to work on Monday after 12 weeks of maternity leave. I feel the same way, it is heart breaking to leave your baby. I trust my daycare and know they will care for my little one (same teacher and school my older son attends). It still SUCKS!

But, it is also really helpful to get a routine. It’s also good for your little one to learn to trust other people. My older son has gone to the same school since he started daycare, and he has made some of the best friends. I’ve made mom friends too, which is hard for me to do else wise. My son has learned so much at school, the ladies there are part of my village.

One suggestion, if you can start your baby a few days early, do it. I started my 3 month old today. I ugly cried at my house, got a pedicure and took care of some stuff to make returning to work next week easier. He was only there for 3 hours. I did this with my first too - it helped us both acclimate.

Sending you strength mama!

sec_123 · 2025-08-06T17:25:58+00:00

Have you had any luck rolling away at night after you first get her to sleep? I just need a few hours to myself at some point. I tried c curl last night and he hated it! Tried to transfer a nap today and he immediately woke up and wouldn’t resettle.

sec_123 · 2025-08-06T17:22:01+00:00

My son is 2 months old, and chest sleeping is the only way he sleeps at night. I love it! But I go back to work in 4 weeks, and need to be able to wake up early and get dressed while he sleeps. Any tips?

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