Post by dbsk8dance on Feb 26, 2014 14:05:16 GMT -5
Our only travel plans this summer are without the kids. We're going for 11 days around the world. My parents and ILs are splitting the time with the kids.
Post by dbsk8dance on Feb 24, 2014 14:18:58 GMT -5
I had it with #1 but not #2. There isnt' anything you can do about it. You didn't DO anything to cause it the first time, therefore you can't do anything to prevent it the second time.
I was treated as high risk for #2. I was on BP meds from the start and did a 24 hour urine catch early on in my 2nd pregnancy to set a baseline for later. I was also taking one baby asprin and calcium (they do think this can help) per the high risk dr's orders.
I made it to 39wks 1 day with #2, went into spontaneous labor and had a VBAC. My BP did start to spike every time I had a contraction, so I got the epi early to help with that (it was related to pain.)
Talk to your Dr. I totally understand being worried about a premie and having pre e again. We were there too and it is why there is almost 4 years between my kids.
@misoangry, did you get mag sulfate after or during delivery? I'm not sure what studies have been done, but I've heard before that it can affect your supply. I applaud you dedication. Breastfeeding and pumping are hard work and I remember being so pissed with my first kid that nobody warned me how hard it is.
I was pumped full of magnesium during delivery because apparently I was on the verge of having a stroke, and I was kept on the magnesium for more than two days after delivering because my blood pressure was still very high (above 200).
I had a similar situation with DS. It was horrible and I am sorry you had to experience it.
I think the back to sleep and breastfeeding initiatives are causing more harm than good. Yes, these things are best but not every kid is the same. Parents need to do what's best for them and be able to make conscious choices and not feel like they will be shamed for these things. A backlash may be coming soon, IMO
While I agree that you need to do what is correct for your family, the back to sleep campaign has decreased SIDS in the US by 50%. That is pretty huge.
As far as feeding goes, people just need to stfu about others choices. BFing moms are shamed because boobs are gross and formula moms are shamed because formula isn't natural. How about we all just be happy that we have options.
Post by dbsk8dance on Feb 20, 2014 23:29:53 GMT -5
DS went through this phase too. He is (4.5) he is not night trained. I like the reward chart idea. Does she have a night light or flashlight? Those really seemed to help DS.
Post by dbsk8dance on Feb 18, 2014 10:40:37 GMT -5
I have a lot today.
- I am irrationally butt hurt that people are saying that ice dancing is not a sport. Shut up jerks, I'd like to see you do it.
- both kids are still a bit on Hawaii time even though we've been back for a week. I like sleeping until 7.
- DS (4.5) has been super challenging lately. He can switch his feelings from happy to crazy in 1.5 seconds and will throw epic tantrums. It's really stressing both of us out.
- one of our friends posted a "why I'd NEVER put my baby in a Bjorn" link after I posted a picture of DH and my BFF wearing their respective babies in Bjorns. Both babies were facing in. We know about the hip issue. And she is the most holier than thou person. I've had to restrain from posting a retaliatory link about what screen time does to to kids under 1. ( their kid watches hours of tv and has since about 5 months.)