Just have to post this. Yesterday we were having a hard time because my H is feeling like he doesn't know what he's doing with DS anymore.
This morning I nursed DS and then DH changed his diaper. He looked down at DS and said, "Want to go hang out with Daddy?!" DS broke out in this huge smile and kind of laughed. It was the cutest thing in the world and I know it totally gave DH some confidence. :x
So I'm sitting in the recliner pumping boulder boobs, DD is in her bouncy chair. Are we about to revisit the poopsplosion for Round 3? We'll have to wait and see..
In other news, DHs Christmas Party is today at 4. I have no idea how I'm going to figure out my pumping schedule and take a shower and get ready for the party with DD here. Crossing my fingers that shes cooperative today and allows me to at least shower.
Also... @MRSclarke08 can you pick me up some Arby's curly fries and a Jamocha shake while you're in the Midwest? I have been craving this combo since 2nd tri!
My toe is not broken, just super bruised. It already feels million times better than yesterday.
My sister got her hair cut, and I tried to talk her out of it. She went for the Anne Hathaway and came out with a Justin Bieber. Not my problem, I guess, but with her strong features she got from Dad, she looks super masculine now.
And! I just have to make it for 5 hours today, then I am off for two weeks!
Also... @MRSclarke08 can you pick me up some Arby's curly fries and a Jamocha shake while you're in the Midwest? I have been craving this combo since 2nd tri!
Do you not have Arby's where you're from?
Nope. I'm in Boston. It's a shame!
Really?! How weird. Well if it makes you feel better Ive never had Chick-fil-A, Sonic, In N Out, or anything. All we have around us is McDs, BK, KFC, and Taco Bell. No Panera even.
I'm currently in line at the tax office to finally get the name change completed on my car title. I was a half hour early and there are only 20 people in front of me. DH has DS. I'm praying for a smooth morning for all of us.
Poor little guy inherited his dad's sinuses. I think he has an infection At least our 2 month appt is today. Sinus infection and shots? Gonna be a great day :-/
::two chest pumps and a peace sign for Jenn:: ~ MrsJudgeyPants
DH is getting home is getting home in about an hour after being gone 3 weeks for work!!! I'm pumped to see how LO reacts (hopefully she will) they were like two peas in a pod before he left.
Things feel like they are starting to normalize here, so I may actually attempt to stay caught up today.
Going to go have angry boob dealt with for the third time today -- last aspiration was only able to clear a little of it, so may be in for something more intensive today. I just hope the surgeon can do something more long term -- each time this damn abscess* fills up, it hurts and DS can barely patch on. It's like perma-engorgement.
*i don't even know if abscess is the right word for it anymore -- it's OT infected, just a big milk pool that develops behind clogged ducts that won't clear.
Have you tried reverse pressure softening to help DS latch when angry boob is engorged? That may make it easier for him. If you'd like some instructions/info, let me know.
So I go back to work in 2 weeks and thinking of the germs and bugs I might bring home since I work in a hospital. Might need to strip and hand sanitizer shower before coming in the door.
5 cycles of "TTC" - 3 intentional, 2 not so intentional. 5 BFPs. My rainbow arrived 10/15/14. TFMC 08.02.13 at 19+ weeks. Everyday I grieve for my little Olive.
I posted on Facebook "Sol gained 4lb and grew 4 inches!" Everyone read it as "So I gained 4lb and grew 4 inches." No biggie, except they all thought I was announcing a pregnancy. I got texts from two of my sisters and a handful of friends. People, even if I got pregnant the day I delivered Solomon, I would not have gained 4lb and 4in from pregnancy! If I gained 4lb ((which I actually did)) it's because I'm a fat ass. SMH.
We have our work Christmas lunch today at a really nice seafood restaurant. We typically do an awesome dinner with our spouses and a white elephant exchange; however that changed the moment we were bought out this month. Oh well it will still be a great meal! I am going to eat all the salmon.
Last night was rough, I am really struggling with this anxiety and I think its turning more into depression. I don't feel like myself at all these days. I am so hesitant to do anything about it because I don't want to take meds because I am breastfeeding. I am going to give it until after Christmas and see how things go. Wondering if the stress of the holidays is making it worse. H has been so patient with me, I feel so bad he has to deal with me right now. I feel like I just need to power through the next week and hopefully things will calm down.
I don't want to drive to St. Louis tomorrow. It's 14 hours of driving solo with 4 kids, and I-29 is the single most boring stretch of road ever. Then, I-70 is ADHD interstate hell. Down on Saturday, back on Sunday. Just kill me now.
I don't want to drive to St. Louis tomorrow. It's 14 hours of driving solo with 4 kids, and I-29 is the single most boring stretch of road ever. Then, I-70 is ADHD interstate hell. Down on Saturday, back on Sunday. Just kill me now.
5 cycles of "TTC" - 3 intentional, 2 not so intentional. 5 BFPs. My rainbow arrived 10/15/14. TFMC 08.02.13 at 19+ weeks. Everyday I grieve for my little Olive.
Shots went as expected. All the sads for my boy. He weighs in at 9lbs 2.5oz and has dropped from the 3rd percentile to the 1st. I don't understand that at all. The. He starts asking about the CF testing, he's concerned that the test is still borderline so he's asking " is he really gassy?" "Do his poops look normal and seedy or are they oily looking"
Well shit. What is more gassy than normal? My first baby hardly had any gas, my second had some gas and this baby has lots of gas so how am I supposed to know. Also now that you mention it his poops do look funny. Now I'm freaking the fuck out about CF. I'm gonna go eat my feelings in a cheeseburger
This morning I actually took a shower and decided to be sexy and wear some makeup. I ended up putting DD1's lipgloss on my right eye instead of mascara. #feelingnormal
Emma Rose - 9.14.05 Beckett - 5.26.07 Sawyer - 9.22.12 Lennon Mae - 9.26.14
My H is ballsy. He actually said to me "I don't wash bottles, that's your job." Really? Well then I guess I don't wash laundry, clean toilets, or make dinner. Those things all sound like they can be his job.
I guess someone's doing their own laundry from now on.
@FamousEA That is so stressful and scary. Go forth and eat your feelings. FX that the tests come back negative for CF.
@Jennifer18131 Hope the shots go well. It is hard to have good sinuses around here. I also have terrible ones and I think my lo might be cursed as well!
TGIF! I felt like a real mom today. Brought my homemade treats and presents for Lo's "teachers". And I made it to work on time.
Now if only my house was clean and we were all magically packed for our treck up to North Louisiana tomorrow morning.
Andplusalso Costco rocked my world last night. I got gifts for my SIL, MIL/FIL, co-workers, LO, and DH's grandma. And I ate a huge slice of pizza! Talk about handling up on some shit. Now if I can just manage to swing by Hobby Lobby on the way home for some glitters so I can finish the footprint ornaments that I made I will be feeling almost accomplished.
Oh and I totally feel like a cruise ship director. Perfect analogy!
Re: Friday Randoms
This morning I nursed DS and then DH changed his diaper. He looked down at DS and said, "Want to go hang out with Daddy?!" DS broke out in this huge smile and kind of laughed. It was the cutest thing in the world and I know it totally gave DH some confidence. :x
In other news, DHs Christmas Party is today at 4. I have no idea how I'm going to figure out my pumping schedule and take a shower and get ready for the party with DD here. Crossing my fingers that shes cooperative today and allows me to at least shower.
My sister got her hair cut, and I tried to talk her out of it. She went for the Anne Hathaway and came out with a Justin Bieber. Not my problem, I guess, but with her strong features she got from Dad, she looks super masculine now.
And! I just have to make it for 5 hours today, then I am off for two weeks!
So sorry about the angry boob, ouch!!
@tarraberra
Panera sounds good haven't had it PP
@Jennifer18131
Good luck with LO and the shots
So I go back to work in 2 weeks and thinking of the germs and bugs I might bring home since I work in a hospital. Might need to strip and hand sanitizer shower before coming in the door.
@apk4 that's so sweet!!! That must have warmed both of your hearts to tears!
@crawford411 sorry you had such a rough night. At least it's Friday!!! Enjoy your coffee!
@MonstoMommy oh, I would kill him. That's unacceptable and so disrespectful.
TFMC 08.02.13 at 19+ weeks. Everyday I grieve for my little Olive.
TFMC 08.02.13 at 19+ weeks. Everyday I grieve for my little Olive.
@Crawford23 all of the coffee to you. I think my new go to shower gift for new moms is diapers and coffee...
DD and I just had a dance party in the kitchen to "All I Want for Christmas is You". She was smiling up a storm. All of the feels. :x
@PurpleHippo19 I'm not. Sorry, it sounds miserable though.
DD is a happy camper this morning despite having some awful gas.
Sadly, st Louis IS half way.
Emma Rose - 9.14.05 Beckett - 5.26.07 Sawyer - 9.22.12 Lennon Mae - 9.26.14
Emma Rose - 9.14.05 Beckett - 5.26.07 Sawyer - 9.22.12 Lennon Mae - 9.26.14
All the hugs
@FamousEA That is so stressful and scary. Go forth and eat your feelings. FX that the tests come back negative for CF.
@Jennifer18131 Hope the shots go well. It is hard to have good sinuses around here. I also have terrible ones and I think my lo might be cursed as well!
TGIF! I felt like a real mom today. Brought my homemade treats and presents for Lo's "teachers". And I made it to work on time.
Now if only my house was clean and we were all magically packed for our treck up to North Louisiana tomorrow morning.
Andplusalso Costco rocked my world last night. I got gifts for my SIL, MIL/FIL, co-workers, LO, and DH's grandma. And I ate a huge slice of pizza! Talk about handling up on some shit. Now if I can just manage to swing by Hobby Lobby on the way home for some glitters so I can finish the footprint ornaments that I made I will be feeling almost accomplished.
Oh and I totally feel like a cruise ship director. Perfect analogy!