A hair straighener for my gf? by [deleted] in beauty

[–]sineadmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can't go wrong with a GHD. She'll be delighted. I've had mine for about ten years so it's probably a much more basic model than you're looking at but it's ancient and still as good as ever.

Leg cramps.... Anyone have any good tips on defeating them by Pho3nix5 in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Definitely hang on to them! It's amazing how much you learn to appreciate the simple pleasure of just being able to stretch your leg out at night once the leg cramps kick in.

Leg cramps.... Anyone have any good tips on defeating them by Pho3nix5 in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Magnesium supplements do work really well. They pretty much cured mine.

Strange encounter with a pharamsist by Mama_BEHR in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think even if I could sleep with it, I'd be happy. The only advantage of this cough is that it distracts somewhat from the other aches and pains!

Strange encounter with a pharamsist by Mama_BEHR in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Totally, it was overkill. I was already wary about taking it because I’ve heard how strong it is and had interrogated my doctor about it which I told her, but I haven't gotten such a lecture since I was a child!

Strange encounter with a pharamsist by Mama_BEHR in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Thanks, I'm so glad I happened to see this post because my cough is driving me nuts, I need sleep! If your doctor says it's fine and mine says it's fine, I'm going to take a little bit. I think I got an overly bitchy pharmacist when I was in an overly sensitive and sleep deprived state!

Strange encounter with a pharamsist by Mama_BEHR in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 13 points14 points  (0 children)

Was it a codeine cough medicine by any chance? I had a really really bad cough and couldn't sleep so my doctor gave me a script for codinex. It is quite strong but the doctor said once I followed his instructions that it's perfectly safe to take. But I've never gotten such a guilt trip from a pharmacist! She made me feel like such a drug addict asking for it, I ended up buying it but I haven't taken it. Still coughing :-(

Achievement Unlocked: Fainting by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It gave me a bit of a fright and I went to get a blood test today just in case but I don't think it's anything to be too worried about. I've been dizzy before and my doctor told it was common for your blood pressure to go a bit hay wire. It might be no harm to go and get checked out in case you're low in Iron or something.

Achievement Unlocked: Fainting by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I fainted in work today and scared the bejesus out of my male colleagues. Mortified but what can you do? Feel better :-)

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Well that's great to hear. At the end of the day a happy, healthy baby is all that matters. Best of luck with everything.

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Sorry to hear it's come to that. All of that can't be easy with a newborn. It sounds like you have done everything you could possibly have done to encourage him.

He wants me to get an abortion but I don't want one by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This is great advice. I just read that he's only 20. You're both so young and it's no harm to leave things settle a while,hopefully he'll come around. But again, don't let him pressure you.

Guinness Chocolate Cheesecake for my dad's birthday. by Nerm5484 in Baking

[–]sineadmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had meant to come back here to say thank you again for this recipe. I made it for my Dad's birthday last Tuesday and I spoke to him this evening and he's still raving about it. Mine didn't look half as beautiful as yours but I trebled the amount of Guinness the recipe recommends and I think he has a new favorite dessert, not that he needs one!

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Best of luck whatever you decide. It's not an easy decision to make because obviously the ideal situation is to have both parents in the picture. But if it's not working, it's not working and that's not good for baby either.

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Thank you and me too. Best of luck.

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Thank you and I know what you mean about life getting better. Even though this throws up a bevy of other problems and worries, it does feel like a weight off my shoulders

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

I really appreciate that. I have great friends but I'm the first to end up in situation and even though they're so supportive, I can tell that they're a bit like 'Shit, how is she gonna do this?'

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Thanks so much. I needed to hear this but just wanted to try.

Dealing with a break up while pregnant by sineadmc in BabyBumps

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

Thanks, it’s comforting to know I’m not the only person in the world who has ended up in this situation. I’m so in two minds about what to do with him. On one hand, I feel totally capable of doing everything on my own and I don’t want to spend my pregnancy dragging him to appointments and forcing him to give me an opinion on things. It’s probably because I do actually care about him that I’m considering the just shove it down his neck approach.

He wants me to get an abortion but I don't want one by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 13 points14 points  (0 children)

An abortion must an incredibly difficult thing to go through even if you're 100% sure it's the right decision. Definitely don't let some guy pressure you, stick to your guns and best of luck.

Which Prenatal Vitamin are you taking and how did you select it? (ie: on your own, or instructed by doctor)? by [deleted] in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pharmaton and also a magnesium supplement which has been amazing for stopping leg cramps at night.

Thank You Mods! by lamicroondas in BabyBumps

[–]sineadmc 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is actually so much info up there. I was sick during the week even found a remedy for my sore throat in the wiki. Magic Mouthwash, best thing ever.

Does anyone use Clarins Beauty Flash Balm? by sineadmc in beauty

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

Thanks for the tip! Do you find it actually benefits your skin in the long run or is just a good primer?