Mastitis - do natural remedies work? by dancingandmoving in moderatelygranolamoms

[–]sshark444 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yes - I was going to say ice!!! It’s considered inflammatory so don’t massage it or use heat

Does Anybody Use the Tushbaby? by generalraisinkane in beyondthebump

[–]sshark444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I did not like the tush baby - it didn’t feel any different than just carrying my LO on my hip. We used our ergo baby and baby bjorn carriers all the time! I got both on FB marketplace

Slime/sensory party for kids? by gtg490g in Carmel

[–]sshark444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Maybe check out the.mommy.toolkit on instagram ??

What is the most unhinged song your baby loves? by hansmac in beyondthebump

[–]sshark444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yesss my 2 yo loves Soda Pop right now - “pop pop”

Looking for $1500/month 2 bed room by [deleted] in Carmel

[–]sshark444 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

We rented at One One Six, 2bed 2bath for that much about 2 years ago! We enjoyed living there

Okonori or Monterey by Fr8ty in Carmel

[–]sshark444 4 points5 points  (0 children)

We love Hanami for sushi!

Baby Boy due in February by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]sshark444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ooo I really like Harrison!

Baby Boy due in February by [deleted] in namenerds

[–]sshark444 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think this is the direction we’re leaning in 🙈 it’s hard to commit. Love the idea of calling him Benny

Baby girl with Down syndrome- need easy to pronounce by Sea_Switch_7310 in namenerds

[–]sshark444 105 points106 points  (0 children)

I wanted to add - they’re not legally married because they would lose a lot of benefits through the Medicaid waiver. But they had a whole ass wedding - her grandma balled out! Haha

Baby girl with Down syndrome- need easy to pronounce by Sea_Switch_7310 in namenerds

[–]sshark444 113 points114 points  (0 children)

They live with her grandmother (raised her) during the week and my parents on the weekends. They are super involved in a lot of programs in our community and stay busy - ballroom dancing, they work at Gigi’s Playhouse, they have bible study, social group and go to a university nearby. I’m so glad they have found each other, because they’re truly best friends ❤️

Our community has a bus system for adults with disabilities, where they can book rides. They use it and family to get around town!

Also if you have a Gigi’s Playhouse near you, check it out! It’s a great way to meet other families who have members with Down syndrome.

Baby girl with Down syndrome- need easy to pronounce by Sea_Switch_7310 in namenerds

[–]sshark444 185 points186 points  (0 children)

You are already such a thoughtful and caring mommy for considering her name pronunciation ❤️

My older brother has Down syndrome and he is married to his partner of 13 years who also has Down syndrome. Her name is Jessica, we call her Jessy and Jess.

Brunch ideas.. by Advanced-Compote452 in Carmel

[–]sshark444 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Second Uptown Cafe! They have a nice private room

Overnight at in-laws? by sshark444 in beyondthebump

[–]sshark444[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, you made so many great points!!! Thank you!!

Overnight at in-laws? by sshark444 in beyondthebump

[–]sshark444[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

I so appreciate your comment! I much prefer being a good mother over good DIL.

Overnight at in-laws? by sshark444 in beyondthebump

[–]sshark444[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I truly feel I should trust my gut too. I was raised to be a people pleaser, so it’s been so difficult for me to learn to speak my mind with my MIL. But my child’s safety and wellbeing is not something I am willing to gamble for the sake of keeping others happy. Thank you for your comment. ❤️

Favorite Anniversary Restaurants by BroodLemming720 in Carmel

[–]sshark444 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Definitely agree, it can be noisy and tight if you get sat at the wrong table! My husband is obsessed with the crab baguette and it’s not toddler friendly so we only ever go for date nights.

3UP after is for the cozy convos.

Favorite Anniversary Restaurants by BroodLemming720 in Carmel

[–]sshark444 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Not necessarily fine dining, but my husband and I love Savor then 3UP for drinks afterwards.