My doctor recommending I get a pregnancy support "belt" was probably smart. It's complicated and I have to unfasten it to use the facilities, but it's already helping.
ETA: Words.
Married: 10/13/2013
TTC #1: Mirena removed 5/26/2015; DH - normal SA, me - diagnosed with PCOS 8/4/2016 - on Metformin; BFP - 10/29/2016!!!, EDD - 7/8/2017; DD born 6/29/2017
@greenbean I thought the first episode was pretty boring. It really picks up at the end of episode 2. I felt the same way with Serial (season one) - it took me a while to get into it but I really ended up liking it. Season 2 was not very good in my opinion.
I felt the same way about Serial! Bo Bergdahl just didn't do it for me. I never actually finished it. I'm going to have to give S-Town a try.
ETA: Did you guys listen to Missing Richard Simmons? It's more fluffy, but still interesting from a psychology perspective.
@PurplePoppy424 I haven't listened to Missing Richard Simmons, but I've heard about it. I'll have to give it a try since I just finished up S-Town this morning :'(
Me: 31 DH: 31 DS born 6/2017, became a heart angel 8/2018 CP 3/2019
I was pretty set on a backpack diaper bag but now I am not sure!!
I am going to use my regular backpack, and so will DH if we have to (hiking, long walks etc) but the diaper bag that I'm waiting for in the mail fits under my stroller of choice easily and it just looks better to me. Not every outfit works with a back pack(for me at least) and DH can carry the diaper bag aswell.
I was pretty set on a backpack diaper bag but now I am not sure!!
I am going to use my regular backpack, and so will DH if we have to (hiking, long walks etc) but the diaper bag that I'm waiting for in the mail fits under my stroller of choice easily and it just looks better to me. Not every outfit works with a back pack(for me at least) and DH can carry the diaper bag aswell.
I literally could not care less if my diaper bag matches my outfit or not. I am more concerned about its function.
@Rae1 not exactly about matching, but certain sleeves etc just don't work with carrying a backpack for me which for me makes it less functional, I want to be as comfortable as possible. So I'm going to use a backpack too when it's more functional and luckily I already have one.
I actually hate diaper bags in general. I just hate bags/purses. I know I'll definitely need one for two kids but I just.....ugh. I don't want to look for one. I had a Vera Bradley backpack diaper bag and it didn't hold enough because if I'm actually using one we're going somewhere for the full day. It barely held diapers, wipes and a change of clothes. Forget about snacks, any sort of toy or a bottle.
TTC: 1/2014
BFP: 9/24
EDD: 6/8/2015
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@Rae1 not exactly about matching, but certain sleeves etc just don't work with carrying a backpack for me which for me makes it less functional, I want to be as comfortable as possible. So I'm going to use a backpack too when it's more functional and luckily I already have one.
maybe it's just me - but I can't think of a single article of clothing I own that would prevent me from carrying a backpack, or any bag really.
@Rae1 not exactly about matching, but certain sleeves etc just don't work with carrying a backpack for me which for me makes it less functional, I want to be as comfortable as possible. So I'm going to use a backpack too when it's more functional and luckily I already have one.
I totally get it! I have a backpack diaper bag that I love, but in the summer with strappy shirts or tanks, anything without sleeves, it rubs my neck and shoulders roughly. I'm sure some other over the shoulder bags would do the same, but both shoulders is not fun. Luckily it does fit in my stroller for most trips. And also I'll probably buy another nicer looking shoulder bag for other occasions.
@SpongeWorthy@Greenbean-2 and @PurplePoppy424 I am also a huge podcast fan. I am on episode four of S-Town... the first few episodes were rough IMO. It was really depressing and I couldn't figure out the point of the story but it is starting to pick up. I also just finished Missing Richard Simmons and liked it. My other recent favorites are Stranglers (about the investigation into the Boston Strangler) and Crimetown (about the mob in Providence, RI). I guess I'm on a true crime kick lately? Let me know if you girls have any other suggestions! I commute 45 minutes to work each day and am always looking for new stuff to listen to.
ETA- Where is season 3 of Serial? It was supposed to be out this spring. Also edited to add tag.
@Rae1 I tried prett much all of them with DD. The backpack is the way to go, IMO. Either that or an over-the-shoulder bag. Easy to carry and easy to access. We're looking to get a new on this time because we want one that's easier to organize, but I'm definitely looking for another backpack.
Also, I never had a single problem with any sleeves I wear. I'm also very laid back and practical with my attire and would never be caught dead in anything closely resembling a "bat wing" sleeve. So that might be why.
@oheliza44 Ooohh!! I'll have to check those out, too!
Have you you listened to Criminal yet? They're fairly short episodes, but they're crime related and very interesting. They upload a new episode every other Friday. I also love RadioLab. They're more science like, but they have a two part series right now that has been very interesting on police shootings. They also did a short spinoff called More Perfect that was all Supreme Court cases. Loved that one too!
@BusyZee Mentioning that it doesn't work with every outfit makes it sound like it needs to work with the overall look (ie matching) and fashion and comfort are not synonymous. Comfort and functionality, yes.
@PurplePoppy424 I LOVE Radiolab. That's what got me into podcast in the first place. Also More Perfect was amazing- especially since I am an law junkie. I hope they come out with a new season!
@oheliza44 I listened to the first episode of Crimetown a while back. I'll have to download the rest. Podcasts I listen to regularly are Reply All, 99% Invisible, The Longest Shortest Time, Radiolab, This American Life, and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me. I have a long commute as well so I'm always looking for things to listen to in the car!
Me: 31 DH: 31 DS born 6/2017, became a heart angel 8/2018 CP 3/2019
@oheliza44 I agree! A second season would be awesome. I'm also disappointed that serial 3 hasn't been released yet. I really need to up my podcast listening again.
I try really hard to never use the whole "you just wait" or "you will see" comments on FTM because its annoying and condescending but I read some of these comments and it's all I can think. Like I honestly cannot think of a single instance when I thought "gee I sure wish my diaper bag worked better with this outfit". My thoughts were usually do I have enough diapers, did I remember an extra outfit, oh crap we are late again.....
@dancegurl1118 Good to know your thoughts on the vera bradley bags. That's what I've been eyeing up, but if they don't hold a full days worth of stuff then I'll probably look into something else.
@abmommy15 to piggy back on that statement, not once has the thought "man, I wish I had more stuff with me" ever crossed my mind. When you're out with a baby, you want the least amount possible in the stroller and in the bag.
Maybe I'm just that much more low maintenance than I originally thought, though.
@Rae1 not exactly about matching, but certain sleeves etc just don't work with carrying a backpack for me which for me makes it less functional, I want to be as comfortable as possible. So I'm going to use a backpack too when it's more functional and luckily I already have one.
@BusyZee - what clothes are you wearing that the sleeves would prevent you from carrying a diaper bag or back pack??
Me:35 | DH: 32 Married: 06-2024 TTC #1: Since November 2015 Restarted TTC "count" Oct. 2016 due to previous issues. ***TW*** BFP: 11/4/2016 BFP: 07/17/2024
@SaphireSweetie88 scroll down! But I wear ponchos often, and bat wings, capes etc and being pregnant I find them super comfy ESP with my rash situation!
edit: also Iv never worn a backpack with tube tops or tanks but I'd assume they rub my shoulders in the summer
@SaphireSweetie88 scroll down! But I wear ponchos often, and bat wings, capes etc and being pregnant I find them super comfy ESP with my rash situation!
edit: also Iv never worn a backpack with tube tops or tanks but I'd assume they rub my shoulders in the summer
@BusyZee - My question still stands. I don't see how those types of clothing / sleeves would prevent you from being able to carry one. But you do you lol
Me:35 | DH: 32 Married: 06-2024 TTC #1: Since November 2015 Restarted TTC "count" Oct. 2016 due to previous issues. ***TW*** BFP: 11/4/2016 BFP: 07/17/2024
I try really hard to never use the whole "you just wait" or "you will see" comments on FTM because its annoying and condescending but I read some of these comments and it's all I can think. Like I honestly cannot think of a single instance when I thought "gee I sure wish my diaper bag worked better with this outfit". My thoughts were usually do I have enough diapers, did I remember an extra outfit, oh crap we are late again.....
I'm a FTM and have enough sense to understand that it's a bag to carry poop in. I'm also fairly certain that I will give two ishts about whether my outfit and bag match when I'm running on 2 hours of sleep. But that's me. This is why I let my H pick out a bag. I would use a $5 Salvation Army bag for poop-carrying supplies if I had to.
Married: 10/13/2013
TTC #1: Mirena removed 5/26/2015; DH - normal SA, me - diagnosed with PCOS 8/4/2016 - on Metformin; BFP - 10/29/2016!!!, EDD - 7/8/2017; DD born 6/29/2017
It's ironic how those saying they would care the least about outfit and bag choices are so involved and have the most comments/questions! I have sister and she never made it seem as miserable as some of the comments are making it seem.
@PurplePoppy424 I thought you were low maintenance, tube tops, tube maxis are as low maintenance as they come
Holy shnikey - where the hell did March go?! This month has been pretty damn trying - first the kidney infection and then the car wreck hospital stays, and the worry that this little dude was coming early. But he's as stubborn as his mommy, so he's stayed obstinately in place. Also...I have met someone. I know I've mentioned before that the father of this one disappeared like a fart in the wind as soon as I told him. But this guy...I swear, I haven't experienced anything like this...in forever. I feel almost like a teenager again! That, in itself, makes the crap I've gone through this month worth it.
I'm not experienced with diaper bags. Though I've been having back issues, and about two years ago started carrying a backpack everywhere I go.
I can say with a passion that backpacks are SUPER FRUSTRATING when you're reaching in multiple times a day to get something you need immediately. It seems like everything always ends up at the bottom, and 90% of the time you have to dump all contents to find whatever it is you need.
When I travel, use a big backpack instead of a rolling suitcase. They're great because you just pile your things in and go... but it only works b/c you don't need anything out of it until you get to your destination.
Sorry for the possibly very random rant... I just have really strong feelings about backpacks.
For a city mom who doesn't drive, do you think it would be OK just to use the bag that comes as a handle attachment for the stroller we're considering? It detaches and has various straps to carry. Is there any reason we'd need a separate bag from this?
Re: Weekly Randoms March 27-31
ETA: Words.
ETA: Did you guys listen to Missing Richard Simmons? It's more fluffy, but still interesting from a psychology perspective.
CP 3/2019
ETA- Where is season 3 of Serial? It was supposed to be out this spring.
Married: 6/2016
TTC:6/2016
BFP: 11/22/2016 | EDD: 7/29/2017
Also, I never had a single problem with any sleeves I wear. I'm also very laid back and practical with my attire and would never be caught dead in anything closely resembling a "bat wing" sleeve. So that might be why.
Have you you listened to Criminal yet? They're fairly short episodes, but they're crime related and very interesting. They upload a new episode every other Friday. I also love RadioLab. They're more science like, but they have a two part series right now that has been very interesting on police shootings. They also did a short spinoff called More Perfect that was all Supreme Court cases. Loved that one too!
Me: 26 Him: 27
Dating: 5/2011 Married: 6/2014
Mirena out/TTC: 02/2016
BFP #1: 12/01/2016
EDD: 07/24/2017
edited to add:
Unless I'm Batman, I am NOT wearing batwings!
Married: 6/2016
TTC:6/2016
BFP: 11/22/2016 | EDD: 7/29/2017
CP 3/2019
Me: 26 Him: 27
Dating: 5/2011 Married: 6/2014
Mirena out/TTC: 02/2016
BFP #1: 12/01/2016
EDD: 07/24/2017
Maybe I'm just that much more low maintenance than I originally thought, though.
Married: 06-2024
TTC #1: Since November 2015
Restarted TTC "count" Oct. 2016
due to previous issues.
***TW***
BFP: 11/4/2016
BFP: 07/17/2024
edit: also Iv never worn a backpack with tube tops or tanks but I'd assume they rub my shoulders in the summer
Married: 06-2024
TTC #1: Since November 2015
Restarted TTC "count" Oct. 2016
due to previous issues.
***TW***
BFP: 11/4/2016
BFP: 07/17/2024
I'm a FTM and have enough sense to understand that it's a bag to carry poop in. I'm also fairly certain that I will give two ishts about whether my outfit and bag match when I'm running on 2 hours of sleep. But that's me. This is why I let my H pick out a bag. I would use a $5 Salvation Army bag for poop-carrying supplies if I had to.
It's ironic how those saying they would care the least about outfit and bag choices are so involved and have the most comments/questions! I have sister and she never made it seem as miserable as some of the comments are making it seem.
@PurplePoppy424 I thought you were low maintenance, tube tops, tube maxis are as low maintenance as they come
This month has been pretty damn trying - first the kidney infection and then the car wreck hospital stays, and the worry that this little dude was coming early. But he's as stubborn as his mommy, so he's stayed obstinately in place.
Also...I have met someone. I know I've mentioned before that the father of this one disappeared like a fart in the wind as soon as I told him. But this guy...I swear, I haven't experienced anything like this...in forever. I feel almost like a teenager again! That, in itself, makes the crap I've gone through this month worth it.
I can say with a passion that backpacks are SUPER FRUSTRATING when you're reaching in multiple times a day to get something you need immediately. It seems like everything always ends up at the bottom, and 90% of the time you have to dump all contents to find whatever it is you need.
When I travel, use a big backpack instead of a rolling suitcase. They're great because you just pile your things in and go... but it only works b/c you don't need anything out of it until you get to your destination.
Sorry for the possibly very random rant... I just have really strong feelings about backpacks.
For a city mom who doesn't drive, do you think it would be OK just to use the bag that comes as a handle attachment for the stroller we're considering? It detaches and has various straps to carry. Is there any reason we'd need a separate bag from this?