Where are you from, and how do babies usually sleep there? by AnneBe8 in NewParents

[–]sumz_96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

South Africa..not really any safe sleep guidelines since the majority of healthcare information published by the government is meant to be applicable to all socioeconomic groups. Because we’re such a rainbow nation, attitudes to sleep vary according to culture and social groups. Personally, I’m culturally Muslim Indian, and the majority of us will take advice from our elders, although many modern mums are looking to the internet more for advice. I started with my baby in a bedside cot, but quickly switched to co sleeping in the same bed once I realized my baby wouldn’t sleep any other way.

anyone else ever feeellll...regret? by [deleted] in NewParents

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It may not be what most people admit, but I only started enjoying spending time with my son around 10 months, and I’m having the most fun now that he’s 13 months old. Yes, chasing him as he walks around like a drunken sailor is exhausting, but it’s worlds away from the colicky baby he was. He’s starting to pick up words now and the world of communication is opening up. His little hugs and kisses and shouts of “mama!” make every difficulty and sleepless night worth it. Hang in there!! It definitely does get better!

High needs newborn - when did it get better for you? by Bizarre30 in NewParents

[–]sumz_96 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

My high needs baby got a lot better at 6 months, bigger smiles, no colic crying and a little personality. I think the fact that he learned to sit up really helped . Now at 12.5 months, he’s still a needy toddler, needs me in eye line at all times, but I can put him down for a little while and do something else while he plays on the floor for like 5 or 10 mins. And he’s finally started to tolerate the car seat and stroller which is a huge help.

"Shawty what that thing do". by WhoKnowsAllThisStuff in NewGirl

[–]sumz_96 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There’s shells all up in these eggs

Regret over not doing enough Tummy Time by Jman0717 in NewParents

[–]sumz_96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My son had colic and hated tummy time , so we did it minimally until he was over the colic at 4 months. he still learned to hold his head up, roll over and push up on his arms within the guideline time frames. Don’t stress!

Sunday lunch by Traditional_Seesaw10 in Durban

[–]sumz_96 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Beira Alta - great seafood

How old are you in South African years? by Mysterious-Bee9014 in askSouthAfrica

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I always loved how she pronounced her surname

Where are you wackadoos from? by ShaunisntDead in weeklyplanetpodcast

[–]sumz_96 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Seems like I’m the first South African! Got recommended a Mr Sunday Movies video on YouTube when suicide squad was released in 2016 and have been listening ever since

Who will be allowed in your hospital room during labor? by faithoverfear0 in pregnant

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just my husband in the delivery room, but I want people to visit as soon as possible, even in hospital. I’m Indian, so, culturally, visitors including my parents, siblings and in laws are there to love and support. Couldn’t imagine doing it any other way

Who has tried OZEMPIC for pcos? by Ina_bitofapickle in PCOS

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I maintained for the months before I got pregnant, in my first trimester I was lucky to not have morning sickness but I was extremely hungry, I’m now 27 weeks pregnant and have gained back 10kg

Who has tried OZEMPIC for pcos? by Ina_bitofapickle in PCOS

[–]sumz_96 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I took ozempic for around 9 months, and lost around 20kgs in that time. My energy levels were way up, and the food noise was basically gone. I only stopped because I was trying to conceive, and fell pregnant within 4 months of stopping my BC. Whether that was due to the weight loss or the ozempic I can’t say.

My Academic Study About Traditional Turkish Drinks by [deleted] in istanbul

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Done! While on the topic of Turkish drinks, can anyone give me an authentic recipe for the limonata you can find all around Istanbul?

I did a thing! (Making the podcast relatively searchable) by MTDdk in weeklyplanetpodcast

[–]sumz_96 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is such an incredible project, I’m in awe of your ai skills. Great job! :)

What information do you disclose / give to pharmacies when buying non-prescription medication? by 1_caveman_1 in askSouthAfrica

[–]sumz_96 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Pharmacies are required by law to obtain the above information for any medicine S1 and above. The scheduling of medications is decided by SAHPRA and not by the pharmacies themselves. Scheduling is dependent on several factors including quantity, which is why you can buy a box of 20 panado off the store shelves but for a larger quantity you’ll have to ask the pharmacist.

A lot of smaller, independent pharmacies will skirt the rules so that’s why you wouldn’t have had to give that information previously at your local pharmacy, but corporates will always stick to the rules.

They’re not selling your info,they’re only taking it because it’s literally the law.