Longest Thread EVER! (aka Random Thoughts Thread )

MadBloom · April 2014

Holy crap. Anyone else lose complete concept of time and day in the first week home?
Also, DH had to ask me how to spell Penelope's name today lol.
Back to my nap while my Dad (first time grandpa) cuddles Penny.

And I gotta AW the hubby and fur baby hanging with Baby

rockstarlaw · April 2014

KendraColeslaw said:
I'm so jealous of all the pictures of families hanging out for Easter on Facebook! I miss my family. And DH and I didn't even get an invite to the beach house where his family is because I'm so close to my due date. Jerks. At least extend an offer. :-w

I totally get this. My parents just moved to Savannah where their favorite child (ahem, my brother) lives. It's about 4.5 hrs from me. I get jealous every time they post pictures, etc (which is ALL the time) and no one invited us to Easter festivities either for the same reason. So, it probably doesn't help you but know you aren't the only one suffering similar issues

avidkeo · April 2014

Morning all. Induction day for me - 11 hrs until we start. So I am going shopping!

@pineconey‌ how you doing? It sux that your still waiting! Sending you all the virtual hugs!

pineconey · April 2014

avidkeo said:
Morning all. Induction day for me - 11 hrs until we start. So I am going shopping!

@pineconey‌ how you doing? It sux that your still waiting! Sending you all the virtual hugs!

Just enjoying the day.

Good luck at your induction!!

JessieAlbin · April 2014

So, I may completely disgust myself when I walk past a mirror, being the bloated, zitty, greasy, smelly, glamorous whale of an overdue pregnant woman that I am... But holy hell my DH must love me. I insisted (dumbass that I am) that I attempt to reign in the 70's porn nightmare that is happening downstairs, and after giving up because not only can I not see but can barely reach, he came to my rescue and finished up for me. He is now man-nesting in the yard, insisting that he have everything ready in case the doc says its time to have a baby at our ultrasound tomorrow. I have been so grouchy and unpleasant, and he has been so sweet and funny and making an effort to keep my spirits up and keep us entertained while we wait. I love him so much.

mrscrcalli · April 2014

No one told me about the trickle down sensation feeling mildly like acid rain.

DH wore LO today.. My heart nearly exploded :x

knotty-girl · April 2014

At the risk of looking like an idiot, I'm convinced I'm starting early labor here. Feel much like last night, headachey, nauseous, and lower back cramps that are stronger and more throbby today. This could go on for a few days though of course. I cant specifically recognize contractions or any kind of interval pattern.

We opted out of the Easter festivities today. I showered and did my hair so I'm prepared if we leave for the hospital tonight. DH is napping and I am not (I slept 16 hours on and off yesterday.). I might try to though as it's the only escape from the discomfort I'm feeling.

nicole mackenzie · April 2014

mamrotu73 said:
@celticlullaby‌ We call that his hangry cry here.

Here's my AW for the day: Indy giving kisses to Ansel (closely supervised for a short time of course).

*gasp*

Indy looks like hes going to rip your kids face off!

Also off topic....

Someone left their dog in the direct sunlight in their car while they ate at a restaurant today?!

It's too hot! Dogs cannot sweat! They can quickly die from overheating. It may not seem that hot out to you yet, but cars are like ovens!

Leave the dog at home while you go out to eat!

Ugh!!!!!

rockstarlaw · April 2014

I call the police on those people who leave their dogs in the car. Completely unacceptable.

Mamamonzo · April 2014

mrscrcalli said:
No one told me about the trickle down sensation feeling mildly like acid rain.

DH wore LO today.. My heart nearly exploded :x

Amen! Just another secret STM's keep from us newbies! Good thing is now we're in the know!

kseccomb17 · April 2014

Holidays are hard. I always really struggle with anxiety on holidays and it takes away enjoyment. I often find myself lying in bed while everyone is spending time together just so I can be alone.

BiggerinRealLife · April 2014

Mamamonzo said:

mrscrcalli said:
No one told me about the trickle down sensation feeling mildly like acid rain.

DH wore LO today.. My heart nearly exploded :x
Amen! Just another secret STM's keep from us newbies! Good thing is now we're in the know!

. . .Trickle down sensation? :-/

Tferr02 · April 2014

So a lil back story since I never wrote my birth story. When they tried to put my spinal in for my c section, they couldn't get it. It took 3 anthesiologist, about 20 mins and tons of stabbing my back to get it. I had a softball size bruise. My right side was in intense pain while they were trying to get it. It was awful. Since then, my back has been in some pain but it's been getting worse and worse and only my right side. Tonight it became unbearable so I went to a clinic to make sure it wasn't my kidneys. Nope my back is fucked up, she can't tell what all is wrong or why but told me to see an orthopedic dr because she thinks I messed up a disc again. I'm wondering if those drs messed my back up. I can't take any muscle relaxers or any pain meds besides prescription ibeprofun because I'm breastfeeding. I'm in so much freaking pain. Thanks for reading my vent/whine.

kseccomb17 · April 2014

They make holidays worth it :x

Mamamonzo · April 2014

Really frustrated with CDs none are fitting the right way and Luke seems to HATE anything I put on him. They are so bulky that I feel like it's weighing him down. The fitted fit nice but once I put a cover on they are ridiculous.

Getting really upset at the thought ofnit another thing I researched and fought for is going to go down the drain.

thomas930 · April 2014

jellysparkles said:

LuckySquare said:

BiggerinRealLife said:

Mamamonzo said:

mrscrcalli said:
No one told me about the trickle down sensation feeling mildly like acid rain.

DH wore LO today.. My heart nearly exploded :x
Amen! Just another secret STM's keep from us newbies! Good thing is now we're in the know!
. . .Trickle down sensation? :-/
Assuming the feeling of the letdown during breastfeeding.

Mine feels like pinching inside my boob.

For me it's super itchy

For me its a tingling sensation and I often feel nauseous right be for that happens.

Bluebird2318 · April 2014

Vinny424 said:

I think I'm gunna post my birth story on a different BMB just so I can feel how a drive by feels

Post it on A15 and say you're from one year in the future.

Mamamonzo · April 2014

AprilMay9 said:

Mamamonzo said:
Really frustrated with CDs none are fitting the right way and Luke seems to HATE anything I put on him. They are so bulky that I feel like it's weighing him down. The fitted fit nice but once I put a cover on they are ridiculous.

Getting really upset at the thought ofnit another thing I researched and fought for is going to go down the drain.
I know nothing about CDs but isn't he still pretty small? Maybe they will fit a little better when he's bigger.

Chubby bubby was 7lb even last week so I figured this weekend he would be fine. I know some start them right away! I'm hoping I'm just folding the prefolds wrong, but it's not really rocket science lol!

Mamamonzo · April 2014

@ColleenSwerb‌ will do! Thank you!! Most likely tomorrow morning! The monster is "down for the night" mommy has some wine

hlm184 · April 2014

Mamamonzo said:

Really frustrated with CDs none are fitting the right way and Luke seems to HATE anything I put on him. They are so bulky that I feel like it's weighing him down. The fitted fit nice but once I put a cover on they are ridiculous. Getting really upset at the thought ofnit another thing I researched and fought for is going to go down the drain.
I know nothing about CDs but isn't he still pretty small? Maybe they will fit a little better when he's bigger.
Chubby bubby was 7lb even last week so I figured this weekend he would be fine. I know some start them right away! I'm hoping I'm just folding the prefolds wrong, but it's not really rocket science lol!

What fold/covers are you using?

pineconey · April 2014

My mom gets here in about 5 hours! I highly doubt there will be any labor/progression before then. *sigh*

SoulTermination · April 2014

MIL and SIL are annoying me. They say that the reason Alera won't sleep in her crib anymore is because she's gotten too used to being held by us, and that we should put her in her crib and that's that.

Um, you want us to leave a 12-day-old all alone in her crib in a mostly dark room to scream?

How about no. :-w

KatieGummow · April 2014

@SLSchuerg‌ is in labor!!! Show her some love and support on her thread if you'd like!!! Yay yay yay!

nicole mackenzie · April 2014

mamrotu73 said:

rockstarlaw said:
I call the police on those people who leave their dogs in the car. Completely unacceptable.
The only time I've left Indy in the car, I also had the engine running with the A/C on full in an already cooled car. He was alone for less than a min that way and it still freaked me a bit.

I'll leave my dog in the car with the a/c on for a couple minutes and still feel a bit guilty.

I feel fairly safe that no one will try to open the door and take my car with a 78lb German Shepard in it though.

Good for everyone who calls the police! You've probably saved a life at some point.

pineconey · April 2014

It's not a holiday until I throw up.

Check.

SoulTermination · April 2014

Is it possible for newborns to have nightmares? >.>

pineconey · April 2014

KendraColeslaw said:
Holy complaint thread....

I decided to play nice. I'm weak after I vom.

Stace0616 · April 2014

I just ruined a $60 bra from my sexier days of the past in order to pump hands free. It is bright colored, so I now look like a cow on a tropical vacation when I'm all hooked up. Between this, my swollen body, wearing pads the size of diapers, and these staples in my belly, I'm a hot mess.

I'm now pretty happy about having to wait at least six weeks to bang DH. It's going to take awhile to feel normal again!!

knotty-girl · April 2014

My OB is coming over. Does anyone know anything about the purple line (buttcrack) for determining dialation? I'm freaked out because mine is all the way. I'm annoyed because I think I've been having contractions all day but I can't tell and everybody said I would KNOW and I can't figure out how to time them because it just feels constant. I'm pretty miserable at this point though. I guess we'll see.

knotty-girl · April 2014

I'm on my way to L&D. Never signed up for a labor buddy so I thought I'd let my RTTers know.

JessieAlbin · April 2014

knotty-girl said:
I'm on my way to L&D. Never signed up for a labor buddy so I thought I'd let my RTTers know.

Yay labor!!

eireyes · April 2014

@Stace0616‌ Sympathy lovetit!

Pretty sure Aiden has his days and nights switched right now... Little man sleeps well during the day, but nighttime is a whole different ball game. He falls asleep, but as soon as we put him down to sleep, he starts fussing again! Last night he was wide awake from 1 am to at least 4 am, but I think it was longer - I had to hand him off to DH because I was falling asleep standing up

Mamamonzo · April 2014

To help you get through your Monday.

Watch out A14 little ladies, Lucas will work his magic!

Sorry I have to toot my own horn..I produced a pretty damn cute kid :x

KatieGummow · April 2014

Bitch, I'm fabulous!

kseccomb17 · April 2014

Thankful for my doctor appointment Tuesday. Really really struggling

KatieGummow · April 2014

kseccomb17 said:
Thankful for my doctor appointment Tuesday. Really really struggling

I am so happy for you. Keep busy tomorrow to make it go fast!

pineconey · April 2014

DH is on his way to pick up my mom from the airport!

avidkeo · April 2014

Hey guys. Just letting you know I'm in the hospital, gel has been applied. Apparently there have been some changes to my cervix so hopefully this wont take too long!

See you on the other side!

BiggerinRealLife · April 2014

MrsStanton87 said:
So my mom is visiting to help out with the baby and around the house. She just got into a huge fight with me because she said she doesn't feel like she's needed because I shoot down all of her advice.

For example she suggested I soothe DS with a pacifier because he was crying due to gas. I don't want to use a pacifier on a 5 day old. This is among other things she suggested that I feel strongly about and have done my research on.
So DH backed me up and said "no" after her telling me three times that she's had kids and knows what's best. Now she says DH is aggressive and she doesn't feel needed or welcome here.
I really can't imagine her not being here, let alone leaving my home because she doesn't feel welcome. And I really want her to bond with DS since we live 500 miles away.

I don't know what to do. I almost feel like I need to find things for her to do just to make her happy. Its not my fault I'm prepared and did my research for my baby. Ugh so frustrated. Not sure if I'm just venting or looking for advice but I just had to rant while nursing and weeping..

Im so sorry hon, that sounds really frustrating. It's always easier to give advice than to execute it, but here's mine, for what it's worth: I'd tell her she's very needed. You need her help with cleaning, daily house running stuff, cooking, emotional support, etc. Whatever you were most looking forward to her coming to help you with. Then I'd explain that you understand that this may not match up with her idea of being needed, but that it is truly what you need from her and the best possible way he can support you. Tell her you love her and respect her advice, but her telling you how to be a mom isn't nearly as helpful as her taking care of things so that you have space to learn to be a mom. You need to be able to care for your son in a way that makes sense to you, and to be able to learn from your sucessss and failures, because it's not going to help you get anywhere just handing him off to someone who "knows better" beside she's "done this before." I think a lot of moms can get hung up on the idea that they've sucessfully raised kids already and know what worked for them, and when we don't listen to them or disagree it feels like a rejection of their parenting or like we're saying they were a bad mother. Let her know that your preferences aren't a rejection of her, that this is just a learning process for you and your husband and your son, and you have to figure out what works for you. Just like she did when she had you. You have to learn how to be a bitty family together. Good luck my dear! Sorry you're having this stress.

pineconey · April 2014

I vote @BiggerinRealLife‌ for spring fling queen. 8->

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