Thank goodness for...

SarahS11 · June 2014

I think we need a spot to praise someone who has made your life a little easier. We have places to call people twatwaffles which helps me when I can't stand someone, but what about those who have really helped us recently!? It will be nice just to hear some more positive stories!

I'll start!

#1 Thank goodness for my mom! She came over and watched LO for 3 hours last night while DH and I had some time away! We came home to a baby sleeping in her crib, a load of laundry done, and a picked up house!

#2 thank goodness for DH! I had been so exhausted and overwhelmed that he was driving me crazy recently! Well, last night after we got home, I had extra milk pumped in case my mom needed it, so DH sent me to bed at 10 pm and came back in with a happy baby at 6 am... I feel brand new! Haven't slept that great since before being pregnant!

Your turn! Who has kept you from the brink of crazy lately?

katekat8721 · June 2014

Beer.

hlp2709 · June 2014

I will say my mom for yesterday just being there for me when I was feeling like crap and she brought me to my appointment. She has just been there for me it's the little things that count and matter.

katekat8721 · June 2014

Ok and also my DH I suppose :P DH is amazing and I never have to ask for help or anything. He just does what needs to be done, whether that's walking into the room and grabbing a baby to burp or unloading the dishwasher or doing laundry.

Yesterday I was having a really hard day, the babies were fussing nonstop and I was trying to nurse them as much as possible and just feeling like shit. He praised me and called me beautiful and just lifted me up.

(and then he brought me a beer. mmm)

bmfell · June 2014

My husband. He has been so great this entire pregnancy. I love him so much!

BMaidPlanner · June 2014

My delivery nurse. I irrationally miss her. We bonded (her, myself and DH) so much that she volunteered to work late (until 12:30am after her 8am to 8:30pm shift) because I still hadn't delivered yet and they were understaffed. She said something like: "I'm not leaving you now, we're gonna have this baby together tonight!" I was so relieved and truly believe she shaped our entire labor experience by just being so awesome.

katekat8721 · June 2014

BMaidPlanner said:

My delivery nurse. I irrationally miss her. We bonded (her, myself and DH) so much that she volunteered to work late (until 12:30am after her 8am to 8:30pm shift) because I still hadn't delivered yet and they were understaffed. She said something like: "I'm not leaving you now, we're gonna have this baby together tonight!" I was so relieved and truly believe she shaped our entire labor experience by just being so awesome.

That is so awesome. I cried our first night home from the hospital because I missed my night nurse Sharon so bad. Thank god for great nurses!

JulieSmiles · June 2014

Thank goodness for J'14. Last night when I was at a low point, it helped so much to have people who don't even know me IRL reach out and let me know I wasn't alone. It helped to just have people to vent to who understood ans were able to support me. DH is amazing and has done so much for me, but last night, I just needed someone who could relate. You are all awesome!

izzetoot · June 2014

My inlaws are visiting for a week and yesterday I fed lo, left a bottle with them, and left the house for 4 hours! I got a haircut, mani pedi and massage! I wish they would stay forever!

erind228 · June 2014

My almost 4 year old. She is being the biggest help. My husband went back to work when the baby was only 6 days old, and she has done such a great job helping out when she can.

Mia081081 · June 2014

My DH! He takes care of our 3yo, does the laundry and the dishes and helps if I need him to at night. He also handles all the diapers.

My mom who has cooked a ton of food for us this week. It's all delish!

elsa1688 · June 2014

DF. We don't have family to help us out and he has just been amazing. He works all day and has no problem coming home and helping me pick up the house, make dinner, etc.

mercy0606 · June 2014

My best friend, sister, and husband are amazing! Since I was diagnosed with pubic symphasis separation (painful as hell) they have done everything that needs to be done before baby's arrival! My BFF even cleaned out our fridge. My sister packed my hospital bag and a million other things. My husband is the sweetest man alive and is super patient and helpful. He helps me put on my undies (TMI?) and clothes, cleans up, and even adjusts my pillows and puts covers back on me when I return from my nightly bathroom breaks! I could go on and on about these three people. I know I am lucky!

QT3.14 · June 2014

The entire hospital staff was awesome! Everyone was super nice and accommodating. Also Dh has been wonderful. He's such a great dad and I love watching him with LO.

tbmadeamistake · June 2014

My friend who I can tell anything to. She's been great as I've vented about no sleep, issues with C, DH being an ass, and my general anxiety. Without her I'd be a basket case right now.

As mad as I am right now, I'm also thankful for my DH. He has picked up a lot of slack with C and in general is helpful around the house if I'm specific about what needs doing.

jenlynne0624 · June 2014

My DH as well. He's been so supportive and working extra shifts during the weekend since I won't be working again until late Sept or early Oct. He's been super supportive, cooking, rubbing my back, and dealing with my overall crankiness. He even goes to my appointments with me and asks the dr questions I forget. He says now that he will help with the baby and do most of the cleaning after the little one is born so I can sleep. I hope that remains true

I am super lucky.

irenewslee · June 2014

I miss my delivery nurse as well! She was there the whole time and i had to go into the OR after i delivered because my uterus would not stop bleeding. Once i regained consciousness, she held my hand to reassure me that i am ok. She also came to mother baby to check on me to make sure i was ok. I know that was not required but she just really cares about her patient.

And my mom too! She flew overseas to stay with me for a month. I do get frustrated with her sometimes but thats just the mother/daughter relationship!

chaysefaith · June 2014

@CDK211‌ for her and her husbands generosity in sending me a heartbeat monitor when I was too chicken shit to get one myself.

@LoHerrim‌ for always being there to listen.

@SchoolPsychSteph‌ for becoming one of my best friends and always understanding why I'm still crying 5 months later.

My SO, for being so strong. Emotionally, physically, mentally.

My beautiful daughters for giving me a reason to get up and go when all I want to do is lay down and stop.

June '14 for having my back, praying for me, loving me, letting me come back whenever I want, and rooting for me.

Jonah. For teaching me more than I could have ever learned without him. For changing my life in so many ways. For helping me to become a more compassionate person.

elsa1688 · June 2014

@SNLT1012‌ big hugs lady. You are amazing!

MrsAy · June 2014

Im thankful my mom came from over seas to be with me for two months, she's been here for two weeks and it has been a great help and company. I can't believe how much she's done in this short time. This is her first grand kid and she's really excited, I'm just happy she'll be able to bond with her before she has to go back home and I don't think I'll be able to do it without her.

RedMar · June 2014

@SNLT1012‌ so happy you are still with us!!!

RedMar · June 2014

Oh and I'm thankful for Tucks pads, my husband and red wine (not in any particular order) during this whole process of becoming a mother. Also hugely thankful for the support from June '14. :x

JulieSmiles · June 2014

@SNLT1012‌ you are an amazing person! Stay strong!

mjdavies · June 2014

Love this thread! It seems like we have a bunch if good moms and husbands!

I nominate my mom for dropping everything to come over the day after we got home from the hospital. We got zero sleep the night before and were at our wits end. She held LO while DH and I took naps and then went to the store and picked up all sorts of random things we needed.

DH because he is wonderful and so in love with LO. He does the cleaning, the cooking, and will take Bay to burp, change and snuggle him so I get a break. Love him so much!

LKHoffa · June 2014

Thank Goodness for...

... friends & family that truly mean it when they "offer to help" and don't wait around for you to ask. DH & I probably wouldn't take most people up on it, but whenever everyone brings food or helps out without being asked, it's amazing!

Also- thank goodness for the blue line on diapers that tells you when they need changed! And gripe water.

sparklenshine_89 · June 2014

I love this post!

DH, for being so excited and sweet here in the hospital tonight waiting for LO. He is playing an active role.

My neighbor, she is watching my dog and seriously so helpful and generous. I'm so glad to have this blossoming friendship right when I started to feel that my closest friends were losing touch.

A family friend, she is watching my 2&3 year old boys while I'm waiting for the induction to kick in.

I feel truly blessed to know I have an online support system who will send their thoughts and prayers if I needed it. Love J14!

Bozzy2 · June 2014

You guys, granola bars, and the blue line diapers.

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