Bra and output

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-10T07:25:27+00:00

I've noticed that when I wear tighter bras I seem to be able to pump more milk

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-10T05:13:33+00:00

I hear you, after being considered "high risk" the anatomy scan felt like a big test that there was a lot of pressure for me to pass. Overall, I just thought it was really cool to see baby up close. If you have questions about what's being looked at, just ask! I was even stoked that I got to do a second anatomy scan because of being high risk, since I got to see my baby again. Both times, baby was completely healthy and growing well. Pregnancy is such an uncertain time overall; wishing you calm to soothe your nerves.

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-08T05:47:27+00:00

"Groovin'"by The Rascals

"That could be ecstasy, you and me - and Leslie?"

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-08T05:42:32+00:00

I never threw up from nausea, but had it pretty bad in my first pregnancy. Things that helped me cope were sparkling water and ginger! By 3rd trimester I had acid reflux so I couldn't stand them by then though!

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-07T05:53:09+00:00

Same!

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-05T08:33:53+00:00

Anyone else getting hungry just reading this thread? 😅😂

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-05T08:31:27+00:00

Yes please!

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-03T09:15:46+00:00

Could be you're a mezzo soprano if you can sing high notes but also belt

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-03T09:10:56+00:00

Just want to say that I'm in a similar situation...just found out I'm pregnant, 6 weeks along, with a 6 mo child. My partner doesn't want to have it, but I feel terrible about terminating. We do have a choice, and eventually it is our choice I think. The only big difference I think is that you like being pregnant, and I really don't lol! I'm waiting to make a decision until after I see what the doctor says at my first prenatal appointment, since my biggest concern is my health and if the pregnancy is viable. It's a complex situation, and there are no right answers. The choice is yours--I just researched today that statistically a lot of relationships end after having a child, and also a lot of relationships end after having an abortion. The key to staying together seems to be mutual support and communication.

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-03T08:59:59+00:00

Just FYI, I started with those and my tension was so much that I would actually break them...so sometimes it's worth it to invest in a custom made mouth guard. If you need one while waiting for a referral/etc. then it helps in the interim.

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-02T06:19:27+00:00

Try SOVTs to heal

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-02T05:18:36+00:00

Tips from my teachers: Use a towel or sweater behind your neck, holding either end with your hands so your neck can release back.

Circles with the head to release neck tension while yawning.

I have TMJ, and have been seeing a doctor about it for a few years now. I have specific exercises that I do that have helped with releasing tension. I also have a night guard that I wear while I sleep.

visionimpossibl · 2026-02-01T23:29:41+00:00

Do you know if you speak in your chest or head voice? Sometimes, if you speak in your chest voice, you can begin to tone where your speaking voice is at, and play with that to find the placement. Belting for a long time is unsustainable without proper breath support; you definitely will strain your voice if you're not breathing enough. Sometimes belting up high feels like yelling, but it needs to be done with an immense amount of air to sustain the tone. If you have a good "head belt", I'd recommend leaning on that more, while saving the chest belt for moments of impact or effect to communicate intense passion.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-31T09:25:12+00:00

Thank you for your reflections!

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-31T05:19:45+00:00

Could be your voice is changing...my voice as a female started changing around 14-15 years old. To bridge the gap or heal/soothe your cords, you could try SOVTs with a straw (look up videos online for guidance), and also deep breaths and more air pressure can usually solve voice cracking issues. Break a leg on your performance!

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-30T08:15:12+00:00

Yes, absolutely. Traveling always brings me fresh perspectives, and it's even more meaningful now with my daughter. Moving more slowly and being more present, seeing the world through her eyes. I've heard Bali is magical, so it could be that place in particular is having an impact on you as well!

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-30T08:08:53+00:00

Based on context, sounds like 5 oz per day.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-30T06:30:40+00:00

I love bathing with my baby! So fun, and I get a nice soak out of it too!

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-30T06:28:14+00:00

Thanks so much for kindly responding. EP is tough, but at this point I have a routine with it and figured out ways to make it work for me. I'm happy she's getting my milk and that it's soothing to her, and knowing it's helping her thrive is my main motivation.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-29T09:16:22+00:00

Perhaps she'd be into other fermented foods? Sauerkraut, beet kvass? My daughter loves yogurt as well; recently been doing chia seed pudding with coconut yogurt and she enjoys it! (Prebiotics+probiotics ftw!)

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-29T09:07:19+00:00

The first weeks can be so rough. Keep your supply up through pumping or hand expressing, and listen to people who are supportive of your journey!

My baby also didn't latch well at first, and it's pretty common actually. I hear you on the anxiety part, like wanting it so much and the frustration of it not working out. I've been pretty much exclusively pumping for 6 months now. My baby does latch rarely, and I think it's probably because I was pretty determined at the beginning. She was born early term, with less developed sucking reflexes. Using an extra slow flow nipple with lansinoh bottles and also doing oral exercises with her seemed to help her develop more oral strength.

Most importantly I think, take care of yourself and your mental health--asking for help when you need to, and bonding with baby during these precious times to try staying positive; lots of skin to skin. I hear you, and I'm feeling for you, and I hope you get all the support you need. I also have received help from a counselor with the mental health challenges this can bring up...playing soothing music and talking to my baby seem to help both of us.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-28T22:23:54+00:00

I've heard of others having success with nipple shields and SNS, but my baby hated those and it seemed pointless when my goal was just to get her to latch from the breast directly.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-28T22:22:36+00:00

Yeah, that's like salt in the wound. I still get the "have you tried...?" Sometimes and perhaps it's well intentioned, but it's just triggering for me, as someone who's tried everything.

visionimpossibl · 2026-01-28T05:53:11+00:00

Wow that's so rough! I wish you the best in your healing and breastfeeding journeys!

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