Switching to Formula Feeding

KatyKatMeowz · February 2014

I meant to comment on that in your "who are you" thread @ladyoriza, Wolves of the Calla was my favorite of the Dark Tower books! Others have covered the OP well, but I feel the need to tell scarletwhoever to bite my shiny metal ass.

lkobriant · February 2014

So from this entire thread I'm either A) Not properly feeding my kid or

Not leaving the house....neither of which is the case so I choose the more appriopriate C) Where I'm obviously Super Woman for getting my kid fed and napped while at the same time being out of the house....you can all bow in awe now. Go ahead....bow....

PB102012 · February 2014

MommyKristin88 said:

ScarletOflaherty said:

This is why I breastfeed, we are able to leave the house whenever.

I didn't know feeding formula put people on house arrest.

You didn't hear? The ankle bracelt comes with the formula tub.

BlondieBia21 · February 2014

lkobriant said:

So from this entire thread I'm either A) Not properly feeding my kid or Not leaving the house....neither of which is the case so I choose the more appriopriate C) Where I'm obviously Super Woman for getting my kid fed and napped while at the same time being out of the house....you can all bow in awe now. Go ahead....bow....

MommyKristin88 · February 2014

PB102012 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

ScarletOflaherty said:

This is why I breastfeed, we are able to leave the house whenever.
I didn't know feeding formula put people on house arrest.

You didn't hear? The ankle bracelt comes with the formula tub.

Ooh is it at least cute?!?

V&G101808 · February 2014

MommyKristin88 said:

PB102012 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

ScarletOflaherty said:

This is why I breastfeed, we are able to leave the house whenever.
I didn't know feeding formula put people on house arrest.
You didn't hear? The ankle bracelt comes with the formula tub.

Ooh is it at least cute?!?

I heard they have limited edition ones that change colors like a mood ring!!

PB102012 · February 2014

V&G101808 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

PB102012 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

ScarletOflaherty said:

This is why I breastfeed, we are able to leave the house whenever.
I didn't know feeding formula put people on house arrest.
You didn't hear? The ankle bracelt comes with the formula tub.
Ooh is it at least cute?!?

I heard they have limited edition ones that change colors like a mood ring!!

@MommyKristin88 of course! @V&G101808 probably had a hand in designing them with her fantastic fashion sense.

mommabmb · February 2014

PB102012 said:

V&G101808 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

PB102012 said:

MommyKristin88 said:

ScarletOflaherty said:

This is why I breastfeed, we are able to leave the house whenever.
I didn't know feeding formula put people on house arrest.
You didn't hear? The ankle bracelt comes with the formula tub.
Ooh is it at least cute?!?
I heard they have limited edition ones that change colors like a mood ring!!

@MommyKristin88 of course! @V&G101808 probably had a hand in designing them with her fantastic fashion sense.

I'd wear anything V&G designed!!

CaliforniaDream87 · February 2014

It's just strange that the OP disappeared...

mommabmb · February 2014

CaliforniaDream87 said:
It's just strange that the OP disappeared...

She's too busy telling her baby when to be hungry.

TurtleMomma · February 2014

MommyKristin88 · February 2014

mommabmb said:

I'd wear anything V&G designed!!

Me too!

boydlinds · February 2014

When we switched to formula I noticed that my daughter ate every 2-4 hours but I just feed her when she seems hungry. I kept track for the first little while to see how much she was eating and she never eats over the recommended amount for her age which is 24-27 ounces.

PB102012 · February 2014

CaliforniaDream87 said:
It's just strange that the OP disappeared...

Me too.... Boo!

PB102012 · February 2014

MommyKristin88 said:

mommabmb said:

I'd wear anything V&G designed!!

Me too!

I third that!

Carnation77 · February 2014

OMG. I haven't checked this recently and had no idea it would create so much controversy. I have trouble feeding him and getting in the car because he throws up so much from reflux. I have to feed him slowly (30 minutes at least) then keep him upright and still for 30 minutes or he throws up everywhere - which obviously isn't comfortable or good for him. That leaves an hour till the next feed, and waiting period. I'm sure people who don't have babies with bad reflux don't think about this but it is a huge deal. If I feed him when out he will throw up all over both of us. The last two times I tried to take him out we had to leave the store immediately because we were both covered in vomit. If he can have a full hour for feeding and sitting then chances of him throwing up decrease dramatically. It may only happen once, and one throw up is much more manageable than 3 or 4 in a 1/2 hour.

And BFing didn't make a difference. Same problem with reflux only I had to feed in the car because once he turned 4 months he would grab at and pull at the cover. But good for you.

Thanks to those who actually had some helpful advice.

Carnation77 · February 2014

And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

ladyoriza · February 2014

@Carnation77

You might want to see a professional about all that rage. It can't be healthy.

MinnesotaMomma91 · February 2014

Carnation77 said:
And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

PB102012 · February 2014

Oh! She has a real life outside the internet, what's that like OP?

MinnesotaMomma91 · February 2014

PB102012 said:
Oh! She has a real life outside the internet, what's that like OP?

I wish i had a life outside the internet. But im just not cool enough for that.

Edited for quote fail

MagPie 1986 · February 2014

Carnation77 said:
OMG. I haven't checked this recently and had no idea it would create so much controversy. I have trouble feeding him and getting in the car because he throws up so much from reflux. I have to feed him slowly (30 minutes at least) then keep him upright and still for 30 minutes or he throws up everywhere - which obviously isn't comfortable or good for him. That leaves an hour till the next feed, and waiting period. I'm sure people who don't have babies with bad reflux don't think about this but it is a huge deal. If I feed him when out he will throw up all over both of us. The last two times I tried to take him out we had to leave the store immediately because we were both covered in vomit. If he can have a full hour for feeding and sitting then chances of him throwing up decrease dramatically. It may only happen once, and one throw up is much more manageable than 3 or 4 in a 1/2 hour.

And BFing didn't make a difference. Same problem with reflux only I had to feed in the car because once he turned 4 months he would grab at and pull at the cover. But good for you.

Thanks to those who actually had some helpful advice.

C had reflux, too, so I understand the hassle of trying to keep them upright and dealing with throw up everywhere - it sucks! But, that being said, it helps to feed them smaller quantities more frequently so it would be an even worse idea to try to make him eat more than he's ready for at each sitting. If he's still refluxing this bad, it's probably time to see pedi GI or have a more serious conversation with your pedi. Good luck!

CaliforniaDream87 · February 2014

Carnation77 said:
And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

This is fucking hilarious says the woman who came on the board to ask when she should feed her kid.

Listen, sweet cheeks, if you have an issue with the way people respond...don't post here. I mean why would you want advice from women who have no lives or perspectives? I mean, that is what you just insinuated, correct?

Lol. This is seriously hilarious and weird all at the same time.

PB102012 · February 2014

@CaliforniaDream87 I heart you. That's all. :x

KatyKatMeowz · February 2014

Okay, so I have a reflux baby too, so I get the being covered in vomit issue. However, I doubt larger, more spread out feeds are your solution whether you BF or FF. Small, frequent feeds tend to stay down better. Talk to your pediatrician obviously, but I really see feeding more at one time vs. Smaller amounts more often making the spitting up worse.

RoosterMemphis · February 2014

Carnation77 said:
And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

You still didn't tell me how you are a martyr.

I'm so disappointed.

CaliforniaDream87 · February 2014

RoosterMemphis said:

Carnation77 said:
And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.
You still didn't tell me how you are a martyr.

I'm so disappointed.

The OP is clearly "Dramatic Diane". Martyr my ass...

magdalina.h · February 2014

Ummm bring a bottle...

amarissa85 · February 2014

Carnation77 said:
And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

First, calm your tits! (Hoping for awesome GIFS)If you have a real life outside of the internet as I am positive most of us here do have and *chuckle* you would know if you spent half a second on this board, then you should maybe ask someone in your life outside of the internet and not a bunch of snarky bitches *i heart you all* on the internet that you don't know a damn thing about. You get snark when it is warranted. Don't let the door hit ya on the way out.

PB102012 · February 2014

magdalina.h said:

Ummm bring a bottle...

No no no no no.... that's way too complicated. Stop being so practical @magdalina.h!

BelhurstBride · February 2014

magdalina.h said:

Ummm bring a bottle...

Her situation is way too complicated.

WheeLinTheSky3 · February 2014

Carnation77 said:

And I "disappeared" because I didn't have time to check the internet. It's called real life. I work and my husband was out of town and I was trying to take care of my kid. Not trying to be rude - unlike some of these responses. What is wrong with you people? I'm a fellow mom - first time - trying to figure things out. Are you so bored that all you can do is sit around making up snarky comments? Anyone who posts a question on here does so because they love their kid and is trying to figure out the best thing for them. Are you really so pathetic that you need to make fun of another woman to make yourself feel like super mom? Adios.

So wait...you work AND you manage to be a mom? mind.blown.

PS...if you are only interested in posting and running, perhaps you would have better luck at this new site that has all kinds of information:

www.google.com

PB102012 · February 2014

petey1106 said:

I think I'm just going to stop feeding my kid altogether because it's too much of a hassle. He's 6 months old now, he should be able to fend for himself.
What do you guise think?

I absolutely agree.... We have cared for their well being long enough, they are old enough to figure it out.

TurtleMomma · February 2014

petey1106 said:
I think I'm just going to stop feeding my kid altogether because it's too much of a hassle. He's 6 months old now, he should be able to fend for himself.
What do you guise think?

Survival of the fitest.

amarissa85 · February 2014

TurtleMomma said:

I think I'm just going to stop feeding my kid altogether because it's too much of a hassle. He's 6 months old now, he should be able to fend for himself.
What do you guise think?
Survival of the fitest.

Natural selection bitches!!!

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