Tuesday Things

[bk1]

kid talk:

I had a dream that G was a twin and C was a triplet. So I had 5 kids 2 and under.   OMG talk about not restful sleep. I'm so fucking stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted. Sleep training is coming very soon. Like in the next week. I'm hitting my breaking point and can't keep doing it much longer.

[awick14]

((bk1)) that dream would be stressful. **Kid talk- I had multiple dreams that after I delivered DD my OB would say something like "here comes the next one" after me not being told I was having twins. It always made me stressed out.

I can't sleep. I tossed and turned about about 45 mins before I picked up my phone. Go to sleep brain!

[estrellita]

I keep having weird dreams and it's bothering me. Vague, I know, but idk how to explain them. I keep telling myself dreams rarely mean anything literal but I keep having similar dreams. Wish I could remember the things I learned in the sleeping and dreaming class I took in college!

[grover]

bk1, awick14, **Kid Talk** Two of my students have hounded me all pregnancy, telling me that there are two in me right now, asking if I'm "Sure there's only one like the doctor said" and "what will you do if two come out when you go to the hospital?" And these are 13-14 year olds.

[wineandcheese]

I have weird dreams all the time.

I need a redo today. My coworker knocked over my hot green tea when he went to get something on the desk while I was working on the computer. He got it all over me, the chair and the floor. I have nice red marks where it landed on me.

[luv2rn4fun]

((Hugs)) bk1. I hope sleep training goes well and you get some sleep soon. LOL at 5 kids under 2, especially 3 of them being non sleeping infants...I think I would run away of that were my reality!

((Hugs)) wineandcheese- hope your day gets better

awick14- it's too early to be awake...hope you are able to get some more sleep!

L woke up at 4:50 to eat so I got up for the day. I woke up last night around 12a and literally thought it was Friday today, wishful thinking and I guess yesterday really was a rough day here.

DH is working from home today with another interview mid day. I think we are both over him being home...so much harder on me and he gets frustrated with C being so loud all day while he's trying to do work.

Rain is supposed to arrive around 1p so I want to get outside for a little while before we are stuck indoors until Thursday (if we actually get the rain they are predicting).

[krystee]

I had a bad dream too. There was a home intruder and Jack got out of my arms and I couldn't find him, and I didn't know if the intruder had him. It was so terrible. Ugh.

At the doctor's now to get the surgical packing out of my nose. Woo hoo!!! My anxiety has been ridiculous as a result of not being able to breathe at all out of my nose. I feel like I'm suffocating, which is stupid, since I am getting plenty of air through my mouth. But I can't smell, I can't taste, and I am so irritable. I will never take my health for granted again.

[MrsMB]

krystee that would make me anxious too....

My mother had some of her usual antics when they were up on Saturday. Dad apologized after she left the room. I just focused on celebrating baby boy and posting the gender reveal. It's all about him anyway!!! Just wish there wasn't this added stress.

[bk1]

Mar 21, 2017 8:08:41 GMT -5 suzv said:

bk1 , I'm sorry. I hope you get some rest soon. I am 99% sure we are OAD because I can't imagine the lack of sleep that comes with two kids. I had a meltdown on the phone with my sister yesterday because I'm so tired and overwhelmed.

I'm so sorry. Just so ya know, in my experience this time (4-6 months) was the worst for me sleep wise with G. She got much better when we slept trained her at 5.5 months and by 6.5 months she was sttn. I know it doesn't always work that way, but it does get better. Honestly C has been so much easier, and in part I think it's because I'm much less worried and micro-managing and just going with it because I am more confident as mom, but the lack of sleep wears on anyone. Just so many months of non-sleep. So while it has been difficult with a toddler and an infant - going from 1-2 has been much easier then 0-1. Sleep will happen again!!

[katespade]

I finally got a little bit of sleep last night, which was wonderful.

Yesterday, I saw my therapist and we did some visualization therapy, I ordered my luggage, I picked up a few more toiletries, and I started putting together my work outfits. My boss said they don't have a policy against visible tattoos (though she seemed a little shocked when I asked), so that gives me a lot more freedom in my outfit choices.

[bk1]

krystee That sounds like a terrible dream So glad you are at the doctor's!! 

luv2rn4fun Hugs girl. I'm sorry you had such a rough day. We had C's 4 mo appt yesterday and even the doctor told me I needed to let her CIO. She had 5 wake ups the night before I started to PM you last night but I was too tired.. lol. DH and I have been talking sleep training. It's coming this week.

[krystee]

I can breathe!!! And taste!! H and I just went out for breakfast. Man, I feel amazing.

[luv2rn4fun]

Mar 21, 2017 9:00:25 GMT -5 bk1 said:

krystee That sounds like a terrible dream So glad you are at the doctor's!! 

luv2rn4fun Hugs girl. I'm sorry you had such a rough day. We had C's 4 mo appt yesterday and even the doctor told me I needed to let her CIO. She had 5 wake ups the night before I started to PM you last night but I was too tired.. lol. DH and I have been talking sleep training. It's coming this week.

Thank you! ((Hugs)) to you as well. You know it will be a rough couple days to a week but then it will be so worth it! PM me whenever you want/have time and energy 😀 Also, I will offer up the same the same offer as Blue Moon to be your accountability person or if you just need to vent!

[awick14]

luv2rn4fun- I ended up falling back asleep and just woke up.

[estrellita]

I should mention I do have weird dreams a lot but these dreams are different.. let's just say H wouldn't want to know about these dreams. Haha. Not like that.. but still. Annoying and weird.

[awick14]

Just saw the doctor for my mole. One look at it and he says it needs to be removed and biopsied. 😕 I have an appointment April 7th to have it removed. (**baby talk** I won't be able to breast feed for 8hrs after the appointment just to be on the safe side.😞 it's a good thing she will take a bottle.)

[grover]

Moo only cuddles on his schedule. I really need to pee, but how can I make this sweet pup move?

[MrsMB]

awick14 hope all is well and it turns out to be nothing!!! Keep us updated!!!

[luv2rn4fun]

suzv- all of what bk1 said. 1-2 has been much easier than 0-1. I actually felt more done after having C than I do now that L is here. I could easily be talked into a third, and L isn't a unicorn baby by any means...just much more chill than C ever was.

awick14- I hope it's nothing. Prayers for you friend.

DH accepted a verbal offer for the company he has been interviewing at. He found out that they don't have our current medical. I am seriously so sad that we have to give up our awesome pediatrician, like crying sad. I also hate that I now have to find a new pediatrician right away (along with doctors for myself) because L will need shots again soon (thankfully his 6 month appointment is next Tuesday with our current doctor). But, he has a job so that's most important! It's also a pay cut when medical is factored in (even going with an HMO plan it's nearly double what he is currently paying). I hope this works out for him...the last two interviews he has been so down and grumpy after meeting with them and he thinks the workload will be a lot (he said he will be married to his job after his round 2 interview...that's exactly what I wanted to hear LOL).

[katespade]

luv2rn4fun - Hooray that your H got an offer! That's great news!! I'm sorry that things will change with your medical, but hopefully you're able to find a new doctor you like as much as your current.

[katespade]

So, wait... I'm so confused about what liquids I can pack in a carry-on. All of my liquids have to fit in one quart-sized bag? Can I also have liquids (essential oils) in my personal item bag? I reeeeeally don't want to deal with checking a bag, but now I'm really confused.

[awick14]

ewall- he said he would use a breastfeeding friendly local but he doesn't believe that they have been studied enough for himself to trust it. DD takes a bottle and I have 100+ oz in the freezer so I will take the precaution.

MrsMB- my appointment isn't until April 7th to have it removed. But I'm glad it's something my doctor can do as getting into a dermatologist can be a 6+ month wait here. (Unless it's deemed an emergency)

[katespade]

Mar 21, 2017 13:20:05 GMT -5 ewall said:

Mar 21, 2017 13:16:40 GMT -5 katespade said:

So, wait... I'm so confused about what liquids I can pack in a carry-on. All of my liquids have to fit in one quart-sized bag? Can I also have liquids (essential oils) in my personal item bag? I reeeeeally don't want to deal with checking a bag, but now I'm really confused.

Yes. Only 1 quart bag of 3 oz or smaller liquids. EOs have to fit in your one baggie.

Even if my EOs are in my purse and my other liquids are in my carry-on? There's no way I'm going to be able to fit everything.... crap. 

[katespade]

Mar 21, 2017 13:28:28 GMT -5 ewall said:

Mar 21, 2017 13:24:45 GMT -5 katespade said:

Even if my EOs are in my purse and my other liquids are in my carry-on? There's no way I'm going to be able to fit everything.... crap. 

If it helps you narrow it down, I never pack shampoo, conditioner, lotion, or soap. I just use the hotel stuff. I pack deodorant, toothpaste, hair product, and face moisturizer. 

Deodorant and toothpaste don't count as liquids, do they?

[katespade]

Mar 21, 2017 13:42:33 GMT -5 ewall said:

Mar 21, 2017 13:36:55 GMT -5 katespade said:

Deodorant and toothpaste don't count as liquids, do they?

I had to check on that one. Looks like stick deodorant is not classified as a liquid, but any other form of deodorant is a liquid. Toothpaste is definitely a liquid/gel. And I gave incomplete info above...the actual limit is 3.4 ounces per item. 

CRAP. I didn't see that on the TSA website. Do you have a link to where you found the more detailed list? I may just need to buy some stuff (like toothpaste) when I get there, but I kind of want to avoid that because I don't want to waste money paying sales tax. lol.

[katespade]

Mar 21, 2017 13:48:52 GMT -5 ewall said:

Mar 21, 2017 13:44:30 GMT -5 katespade said:

CRAP. I didn't see that on the TSA website. Do you have a link to where you found the more detailed list? I may just need to buy some stuff (like toothpaste) when I get there, but I kind of want to avoid that because I don't want to waste money paying sales tax. lol.

This might give you a better idea, but I don't think TSA has a specific list of items on their site: traveltips.usatoday.com/list-items-need-quart-size-bag-travel-39862.html

For what it's worth, I've never had TSA stop me for carrying a million lip glosses and lipsticks! 

I love that TSA is on Facebook. I just sent them a message to find out if a note from my doctor would make my EOs qualify as medications. We'll see what they say. If not, I still think I can make it work. H keeps trying to tell me that checking a bag isn't a big deal, but I have enough to worry about without hoping that all of my stuff makes it to Miami with me. Noooooo, thanks.

[melsamoony]

I am so very tired. I too had a weird dream last night.

Looking forward to HoneySpider LLR party. Eating some ice cream and enjying some alone time right now!!

[Blue Moon]

Mar 21, 2017 8:08:41 GMT -5 suzv said:

bk1, I'm sorry. I hope you get some rest soon. I am 99% sure we are OAD because I can't imagine the lack of sleep that comes with two kids. I had a meltdown on the phone with my sister yesterday because I'm so tired and overwhelmed.

Sorry that you're feeling that way I can relate as well. When my DD was an infant I remember holding her and telling her she was going to be an only child because I couldn't imagine willingly going through the torture that was her never sleeping. I really meant it too.

But then we sleep trainined and things got manageable, and then around 10 months she started STTN. Although there's been several regressions and lots of set backs due to teething and sickness I felt ready to consider #2 again right before she turned two. I had a solid year of STTN more often than not and knew the non-sleeping phase would end. So here we are.

Of course it's totally fine if you choose to be OAD but just wanted to offer the perspective of someone who's been there. You're a teacher, right? I am too and I remember the thought that summer was within reach helped me. It's even harder to deal with needy students when you're so sleep deprived. Hugs!!

[bk1]

Blue Moon suzv 

Add me to the list of saying G was our one and only. It was so hard that first year. I remember having a fight with DH and telling him he was lucky he got G out of me because I would never have another child with him. Lack of sleep can cause tremendous problems. There is nothing wrong with being OAD. Big hugs.

[estrellita]

suzv Blue Moon bk1 I know that feeling! I've always wanted more than one kid but I question it a lot, even now. When E is being cranky or wakes up at night, I ask myself why I want to bring a baby into the situation! But I try to focus on the future and the good things about having another. Definitely nothing wrong with having one kid, but I know I'd regret it eventually if we didn't try to have another!