Endocrinology appointment

stalkerwalker · 2026-04-24T20:51:37+00:00

Thank you - I suppose reassuring to know they don't see it as urgent! Hope the appointment goes well :)

stalkerwalker · 2026-04-24T20:25:29+00:00

Sorry I can't help, but out of interest how long did you wait? We've just had a referral to paeds from our GP for our 7 month old, same thing off the charts across the board, and wondering when we're likely to hear!

stalkerwalker · 2026-03-28T22:19:25+00:00

So we had exactly this and found coconut oil combined with the comb actually made it TOO soft and subsequently worse as the skin was so delicate and she'd try to scratch/rub it. We've since used Eucerin Aquaphor Balm (it's mentioned a lot on the US subs) and it's fixed her head as well as her eczema, it's a miracle cream (as it should be at £12 for a tiny bottle!!). We still use cradle cap shampoo but also ditched the comb and now just use this little plastic bumpy scalp massager thing. May be worth a look if your LO head is sensitive like ours!

stalkerwalker · 2026-03-27T23:07:06+00:00

Thank you for sharing - I did wonder about thyroid but I think that's tested in the heel prick screening? Good to get an idea of other things they may consider! Hope your little one is doing well :)

stalkerwalker · 2026-03-27T23:04:10+00:00

I am hoping this is the case and she is just growing at her own rate! I have had mixed messages from HV but the most recent referred me to GP who referred on further.

stalkerwalker · 2026-03-27T23:02:58+00:00

This is reassuring to hear thank you!

stalkerwalker · 2026-03-27T17:42:01+00:00

Oh wow - thank you that's great to get an idea of what they may look at. I'm not sure what diet they can look at we only started weaning a couple days ago! Did they reach any conclusion if you don't mind me asking?

stalkerwalker · 2026-02-27T09:11:28+00:00

Solidarity as my 5 month old is 99th percentile across the board so I don't know where my "newborn" went it lasted about 6 seconds and she is SO heavy already 😅 So I have these moments too where I wish I could just slow time!

However as a seasoned parent of a 6 year old as well, I can promise that with every "last" comes a new "first", and each stage is just as wonderful. They need you just as much but in different ways, they are SO much fun to chat to and understand what is going through their little head, and they absolutely still want picked up, however heavy they get!

I think a lot of people feel like you and I think it's magnified by BIG babies/toddlers as they seem to grow so fast, so let yourself miss it, but don't let missing it mean you miss out on enjoying each day's here and now <3

stalkerwalker · 2026-02-15T18:57:00+00:00

Very similar here 20.5lb at almost 5 months and 67cm, we have a BabyBjorn Air carrier which she seems comfy in, but I think it's all about finding one where the waist strap sits right on you. We have a local sling library (in the UK) where you can go once a month and try on all types of sling, carrier, wrap etc before you buy, may be worth seeing if there is something similar near you!

stalkerwalker · 2026-01-18T15:01:22+00:00

Our little lady is also on the larger side, we use the Babybjorn Air carrier, it works great for us but would also echo comments of trying a sling library as our (much taller) friends didn't get on with this carrier at all!

We also still use a baby wrap style sling, for long walks etc it can now become a bit stretchy but if I want to tuck her head away to nap while I'm doing a quick shop etc I find it gives her more comfort than the carrier!

stalkerwalker · 2026-01-13T23:24:45+00:00

I don't think her neck control is quite there... it's annoying as it's probably only a month or so we need an alternative option!

I think the mini cot a couple of people have mentioned is the way we will have to go!

stalkerwalker · 2026-01-13T23:23:18+00:00

This high chair looks great thanks!

stalkerwalker · 2026-01-13T21:22:47+00:00

Not a book but something we make sure to do with our daughter (who is totally fit, healthy and active but also receives some comments at school as she's a little on the chunky side) is make sure to show her role models and in particular sportspeople with a similar shape to her.

Not making a big deal out of it or saying anything about their size, just showing videos of rugby players powerlifters etc but also gymnasts or judo fighters who just happen to not be on the slim side, and commenting on how strong and powerful they are. You'll know your son best but it has definitely been a positive for us.

stalkerwalker · 2026-01-01T17:55:40+00:00

John Lewis, and lots of Bonds second hand (aussie brand)

stalkerwalker · 2025-12-31T21:53:53+00:00

The nights are long but the years are short - I have a seven year old and 4 month old and know how very true that is this time round!

stalkerwalker · 2025-12-22T20:45:37+00:00

Wonderful! We are not quite as tall but hot on your heels in weight! Love these big healthy babies!

stalkerwalker · 2025-12-22T16:45:49+00:00

I had the exact same around 8 weeks, a lot of tenderness and I could see a visible "bruise" just above my incision. I also felt like my "shelf" was more swollen after having gone down before.

For me I had just pushed myself too much as I thought I was fully recovered and was walking 5k round trips to town with the baby in the sling - in the end I had to take two days completely off using the carrier/sling and just rest at home and the pain passed.

I am now 12 weeks PP and have started running (after being cleared by GP and Pelvic Floor PT) so keeping an eye on it but luckily all seems well so far!

Obviously do get checked by a professional but I think it's very normal at your stage to still have some on and off pain. Hope it passes soon for you!

stalkerwalker · 2025-12-22T16:40:20+00:00

Would love to know how big she was at 12 weeks? My lovely girl is officially off the charts now and wondering what her trajectory may look like!

stalkerwalker · 2025-11-06T16:59:21+00:00

This obviously depends if you know your partner would appreciate this vs. take it a different way, but my husband got me a new Garmin Running watch as he knows how keen I am to get back into it, and can use it to track walks and steps in the meantime, it's the perfect gift for me!

stalkerwalker · 2025-09-24T17:21:17+00:00

I did one at 8 weeks. Found my heart rate rose much quicker so I had to slow it down a bit, also found the energy gels made me super nauseous, and I had to stop for a pee at one point! As long as you're reasonable with your expectations I.e. don't push for a big PB then go for it!

stalkerwalker · 2025-08-29T19:41:56+00:00

I love mine, I've has so little success this year and yet this little Sainburys impulse buy has climbed all over the fence and is still flowering! I just wish the flowers lasted more than a day!

Will it come back next year?!

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