I'm so glad to hear not everyone's feet grow a size! I know it's not the end of the world to need new shoes, but man, it would suck to not be able to wear any shoes I already have...
@sarahhedger7 A little late to this conversation, but I'm in the same or similar boat as you: I was raised Jewish (but am now secular) and I always assumed if I had a boy he would be circumcised. Never knew much about it. Then I had a male friend about 5 years ago who was really against it and told me a bunch of stuff I had never thought about. At the time I told him, look, we'll probably end up with girls when we have kids (ha!), but I promise if I have a boy I'll look into it. Less than 30 minutes after we found out we were having twin boys a few weeks ago, I started researching. MH (who is circumcised but doesn't personally care if his kids penises look like his) did too. We both decided fairly quickly that it was definitely not for us, and that if our sons feel strongly about it they can consent to the procedure when they are older. I went from having no opinions on this to having very strong opinions on it overnight--not strong enough to judge you or others if you decide to do it--but strong enough to go against my entire Jewish family on it (who asked us almost immediately--as if it's their business, and tried to convince us to change our minds, which we did not). My advice is, if it feels like something you don't want to do, and anyone other than YH objects, hold your ground. It's the first medical decision you as a couple will make for your kid--make sure you're the ones making it and NOT your relatives.
I'm having massive nipple dryness and chafing issues and don't really want to use Lanisoh right now because I tried it but hate how it feels. I've read that coconut oil can be a substitute, has anyone tried this? It seems like it would be super messy to me, but the Lanisoh is sticky and oily which I hate. Lotion hasn't helped at all and I'm sensitive to shea butter so anything with that in it is a definite no go for me
Met 2004, Married 2011, Trying since 2013. Info in spoiler:
Me: 30 Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels Him: 31 High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!) First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017 Beta Study: Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1 Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34 Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131 Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476 Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017 FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
@bb3vj3n honestly I'll probably have my sister or mom help me with my toe nails when they start getting long (I love my husband but I'm afraid he would cut me lol), and I've never felt the need to groom down there outside of washing, and I don't need to see to do that. Granted I'm too lazy to bother shaving anywhere besides under my arms so I may not be a good resource for that
Met 2004, Married 2011, Trying since 2013. Info in spoiler:
Me: 30 Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels Him: 31 High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!) First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017 Beta Study: Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1 Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34 Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131 Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476 Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017 FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
@amanning2011 I was going to mention that coconut oil can be drying for some people (me) too.
I used Earth Mama Nipple Butter but it contains Shea. I think Motherlove does too. Maybe straight cocoa butter? Are you nursing - does it need to be "baby safe"? I think I've also heard of people using olive oil. Sweet almond oil and argan oil are others I've used for skin care. Good luck!
Me: 30 H: 30 Dx: PCOS Married: June 2013 TTC#1: January 2015 BFP #1 8/24/15 | MC 9/3/15 at 6w2d BFP #2: 12/12/15 | DD born 8/29/16 TTC#2: June 2017 BFP #3: 7/15/17 | DS born 3/20/18
Has the rib pain started with anyone else yet? I can’t tell if it’s gas or expanding ribs its really not bad enough to warrant concern, it feels like it did with my son but it didn’t happen with him until later.
I think this came up several weeks (months?) ago, but I've seen it popping up again in various threads. Does anyone have advice/suggestions for in-law visits? We live in an area with no family around, so anyone that visits is a minimum 8 hour drive from us, and they'd be visiting for an extended period of time (probably 3+ days)... that's fine for my family because they've seen me at me least glamorous in life before, and I know they'd be helpful around the house with cleaning, cooking, etc. However, I'm not really sure that I want my ILs there immediately after giving birth or right after we go home when we're trying to get things figured out for our little family because I know myself, and I'm going to have one or two (or 17) breakdowns in those first couple weeks. Also they're not overly helpful, and I already get frustrated by how much I have to clean up after them on their visits and that's pre-baby. Any input on when an ideal time for them to come out would be? Should I just suck it up and have them come out once I'm in labor so at least they'll be gone quickly? I really don't know when is going to be best.
I thought about making family/IL visits a separate thread, but I wasn't sure if it was worthy or not. If people think I should, just let me know and I can get one started!
@stlbuckeye132 if you aren’t comfortable with them coming over then have them wait at least a couple weeks. That is your time with baby and to recover. Or have them stay in a hotel.
ETA I would say have them wait at least a month or two to visit if they aren’t helpful. You will have enough on your plate
@amanning2011 I started having this issue a week or so ago. The Motherlove nipple cream also has Shea butter in it. It's main ingredient is olive oil, so you might want to try a dab of that. For me it didn't take much and absorbed quickly so it didn't get messy.
Is 23 weeks too soon to feel hiccups? I have felt some pretty rhythmic bumps that last a minute or two the last 2 days and can't decide if it's regular kicks or hiccups. It doesn't really matter, just curious!
How do y'all handle telling your ILs they can't visit until a month or two after the baby is born when your own parents will be there immediately?? Thankfully I don't have the same issues with my ILs (though they live close and I'm sure I'll have to shoo them away/out of the house a fair amount), but I know they would be very hurt if they couldn't see their (first) grandchild for that long. Especially if they knew that my mom was coming to stay for several weeks to help after the baby is born. I guess it's different for us since all of our parents live fairly close (5 hours or less in the car; under an hour flight) and wouldn't need to stay for an extended period to make up for travel.
@stlbuckeye132 Could you specify that if they come immediately they stay in a hotel? That way you have some space but they still get to visit.
@Gingermom15 do you think it's acceptable to make them wait a month or two if my parents are coming within the first week? I'm not trying to start a family war either. I try talking to MH about this, but he's not so helpful. (I wonder where he gets it from! )
@becausescience First, I love your handle! I'm not currently nursing (these are my first babies) so it doesn't need to be baby safe, but if I don't have to switch products that would be great lol.
Thank you all for your help! I think I'm going to try just plain coco butter or olive oil to see if that helps better, I really wish lotion helped at all, but I tried it for 2 weeks daily and nothing
@stlbuckeye132 I wish I could help you, but my MIL is an early pediatric RN so I've actually asked her to come and visit when the twins are first born to help out. Maybe telling them that while you would love their visit that you feel you (and the baby) would be too tired to entertain a lot of people and you will let them know as soon as you feel up to a visit?
Met 2004, Married 2011, Trying since 2013. Info in spoiler:
Me: 30 Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels Him: 31 High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!) First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017 Beta Study: Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1 Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34 Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131 Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476 Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017 FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
@amanning2011 I'm currently using aquaphor to try and heal a nipple crack that still hasn't healed since I stopped breastfeeding last April. I don't even notice it once I put my clothes on. Sure it gets on my bra, but eh, it's just a dot of aquaphor. It's been helping a ton!
@stlbuckeye132 whatever you are comfortable with and whatever you decide is best is completely acceptable. Don’t put yourself out for someone to visit that you have to clean up after and worry about. You’re the Mom, this is YOUR baby
eta if they were visitng for a couple of hours, then I could understand. But for an extended visit so soon after birth is a lot to handle. If you can lay some ground rules for them, such as helping and doing chores while they’re there, that’s acceptable. You have a baby to care for, you don’t need adults to look after as well.
@stlbuckeye132 I second the advice to suggest they get a hotel when they visit. If you try to make them wait a month to meet their grandchild, I would imagine it would cause a lot of hurt and drama. Especially if your parents are coming right away. I guess just lay out expectations ahead of time and hope for the best? It’s a tricky situation...
@stlbuckeye132 I always felt like I had to entertain my SO's fam when they come visit. And I hated it. Until I had my second, and my SO was at work, and I woke up at 730am, and baby had been changed, and my oldest was dressed, the kitchen was clean, and breakfast was made. And my SO's grandma was just sitting reading to the newborn. I then realized, the only entertaining she wanted was to care for the baby when I needed help. It's okay to set boundaries if you want them to visit.
@stlbuckeye132 my ILs came right after my mom left, and in hindsight I wish I had asked them to wait a few weeks. The reason being is that those first few weeks baby is nice and sleepy and it's such a nice, gentle time that I wish I had savored it on my own more instead of sharing it. For example, I felt obligated to let me MIL hold baby often, so I missed out on that holding baby time. Of course, it was nice to have laundry done, dinner cooked, etc. They're very understanding and wouldn't have been upset by me asking them to wait. Also, based on DH's brothers/sisters having kids, there seems to be this unspoken tradition that the new mom's mom will be there at the time of birth/right after birth to help her daughter with the new baby, and that the MIL will come later on when it's best for the new mom.
If you do ask your ILs to wait, a few excuses you could use are: you think it would be better if baby was more alert for their visit (around 3-4 weeks old), so that they'll be able to interact with the baby more; depending on if/when DH is taking leave, it'd be much more helpful to you and DH if they came when DH went back to work; look at local events or special dates coming up (Easter, or a special festival or event in town) and frame it that it'd be better/more fun if they were able to come during that time. Also, having things for them to do during their visit, like visiting a local museum or maybe helping with a bigger household task (I remember MIL helped DH overhaul our garden in April, right after DS was born and it was finally spring) will keep them busy and allow you some times of privacy during their visit.
@antoto I tried doing hypnobabies. I listened to the tapes ahead of time and all that, but in the moment during labor it just went out the window. I think I struggled with doing the tapes because I'm an over-thinker and very analytical, so I had trouble completely "letting go" and fully relaxing mentally in order for it to work properly and become second nature like I think it's supposed to. Like I was going through the motions, doing what I was supposed to, but I wasn't fully into it, it somehow just didn't click with me (like telling myself to relax, but then not really 100% relaxing because I was too focused on telling myself to relax, if that makes sense). I was constantly drifting off to side thoughts during the tapes, or being too analytical about what I was being told and getting distracted that way. And doing the tapes before labor is fine and easy, because you don't have the distraction of all the pain, but during labor the pain was too distracting and I wasn't disciplined enough to focus on the training. So, overall they're fine and relaxing, and I know others who rave about it, but for me personally I just wasn't a good student about it and ended up not actually using it during labor.
@Gingermom15 meee... that is honestly my biggest pregnancy complaint is that freaking rib pain. Mine is like right under my sternum and going across either way. It feels like constant bruising. Fortunately I think I'm used it because last pregnancy is brought me to tears several times. This time it's at least tolerable that I don't have to cry about it lol... but still not comfortable.
@stlbuckeye132 I am having the same dilemma. All our family is 7 hours away. My mom has already offered to stay with us for a while after baby is born, which I am definitely letting her. When my in laws will come has not come up in conversation yet, but I know being home for holidays, it is bound to. They are awesome and would give us space if we asked, but also be a little bitter about it too I think. My father in law already gave me a hard time because I said we were probably staying with my sister at Thanksgiving instead of their house. I want them to see the baby as soon as they can, but it stresses me out just thinking about having extra people at the house to "entertain". Maybe asking them to get a hotel would solve the issue, but I just wonder if they would say, well why isn't your family getting a hotel. Such sticky situation
Thanks to everyone who gave input on the IL situation! I think there's no perfect answer for us because my husband's brother and his wife had them come out to them while she was in labor with both their kids... that definitely will not be the case for us so they're probably already going to be salty about not being the first to meet the baby. Then if I ask them to stay at a hotel on top of it, I know they'll have feelings about that too. I also don't want them here while my husband is working because I will not be able to handle them (emotionally) on my own all day, especially with a newborn. They wear on my patience as it is because I swear it is like they are toddlers sometimes and not adults. MH feels the same way, so we just need to talk this out tonight I think and see what we can come up with. His mom is already asking him what dates she needs to request off work... umm I don't know? Babies tend to arrive on their own schedules. Whatever. Thanks for letting me vent! ha
I was just given instructions for my 1 hour glucose test, and it says NOT to fast (and just not to have a big meal right before). Is that normal? All the stuff online says to fast... I'm gonna do what my doctor says over the internet, but just wanted to know if that is abnormal.
@vflux33 My instructions actually specifically say I can eat whatever I want prior to drinking the glucola. With DD I just tried not to eat a ton of carbs/sugar before. I think there are more restrictions for the 3 hour one.
Me: 30 H: 30 Dx: PCOS Married: June 2013 TTC#1: January 2015 BFP #1 8/24/15 | MC 9/3/15 at 6w2d BFP #2: 12/12/15 | DD born 8/29/16 TTC#2: June 2017 BFP #3: 7/15/17 | DS born 3/20/18
@vflux33 I was instructed with my first to eat a meal lower in carbs and sugar. My ob specifically told me not to starve myself because it would probably just make me sick.
I was GBS positive with my son and had BV in the beginning of this one. It sounds like probiotics would be beneficial, thank you! What dose do you take?
I was told to take a 50 billion dose which sounded so crazy to me at first, but after finding out you can't over do it and seeing the drastic changes in my body...I'm so pleased!
Anyone know if Hypnobabies has been brought up anywhere on here? I was thinking about getting it but wanted to hear some IRL stories first.
I was debating between Hypnobabies and Hypnobirthing - Marie Mongan method.
I did a lot of research to come to this conclusion: They are both great and a lot of birth practitioners (Obs, midwives, etc...) say they see no appreciable difference in their patients who choose one over the other.
That being said, here's my two cents: Hypnobirthing is the original hypno method geared towards guided study and Hypnobabies is a slightly varied version geared towards personal home study.
For the same price as the Hypnobabies study course, you might be able to find a Hypnobirthing certified doula who will give you private classes, price including the materials. That's what I did. I was shocked!
I started the books and tapes. I can so see how this needs some guidance in practice but for the first time I FINALLY see how I will have peace surrounding my birth.
For breastfeeding mamas (or those that intend to). What is the deal with pumping early on? Should you do it to increase your supply, hold off for a few weeks, etc?
To be clear - I will be home for a few months so hopefully won't NEED to pump until we introduce a bottle, but am wondering if I should pump after nursing in the beginning for supply purposes? I am reading the womanly art of breastfeeding and its not very clear on that specific point. Thanks!
@GG620: I started pumping a couple weeks before returning to work (so around 4-5 weeks) because (1) it gave me time to become comfortable with the pump and make sure I was using it properly (2) to get the baby used to taking milk from a bottle and another person (3) to enhance my supply some since I expected a drop once I went back to work (4) to start building a stash in the freezer in case there were days I needed to have extra to send. You just don't want to start too early because it can cause an over-supply.
So I know Bed Bath & Beyond and Buy Buy Baby are owned by the same company, and I've heard several people say before that you can use Buy Buy coupons at BB&B. Does anyone know if it works the other way around? Can you use BB&B coupons at Buy Buy Baby? Please say yes...
Re: Weekly Questions ~ Week of 11/12
Pregnant with #2:
@sarahhedger7 A little late to this conversation, but I'm in the same or similar boat as you: I was raised Jewish (but am now secular) and I always assumed if I had a boy he would be circumcised. Never knew much about it. Then I had a male friend about 5 years ago who was really against it and told me a bunch of stuff I had never thought about. At the time I told him, look, we'll probably end up with girls when we have kids (ha!), but I promise if I have a boy I'll look into it. Less than 30 minutes after we found out we were having twin boys a few weeks ago, I started researching. MH (who is circumcised but doesn't personally care if his kids penises look like his) did too. We both decided fairly quickly that it was definitely not for us, and that if our sons feel strongly about it they can consent to the procedure when they are older. I went from having no opinions on this to having very strong opinions on it overnight--not strong enough to judge you or others if you decide to do it--but strong enough to go against my entire Jewish family on it (who asked us almost immediately--as if it's their business, and tried to convince us to change our minds, which we did not). My advice is, if it feels like something you don't want to do, and anyone other than YH objects, hold your ground. It's the first medical decision you as a couple will make for your kid--make sure you're the ones making it and NOT your relatives.
Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels
Him: 31
High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!)
First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN
Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN
Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN
Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN
IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017
Beta Study:
Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1
Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34
Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131
Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476
Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017
FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone
FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels
Him: 31
High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!)
First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN
Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN
Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN
Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN
IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017
Beta Study:
Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1
Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34
Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131
Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476
Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017
FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone
FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
I used Earth Mama Nipple Butter but it contains Shea. I think Motherlove does too. Maybe straight cocoa butter? Are you nursing - does it need to be "baby safe"? I think I've also heard of people using olive oil. Sweet almond oil and argan oil are others I've used for skin care. Good luck!
Dx: PCOS
Married: June 2013
TTC#1: January 2015
BFP #1 8/24/15 | MC 9/3/15 at 6w2d
BFP #2: 12/12/15 | DD born 8/29/16
TTC#2: June 2017
BFP #3: 7/15/17 | DS born 3/20/18
its really not bad enough to warrant concern, it feels like it did with my son but it didn’t happen with him until later.
I thought about making family/IL visits a separate thread, but I wasn't sure if it was worthy or not. If people think I should, just let me know and I can get one started!
ETA I would say have them wait at least a month or two to visit if they aren’t helpful. You will have enough on your plate
EDD March 12, 2018
EDD March 12, 2018
@stlbuckeye132 Could you specify that if they come immediately they stay in a hotel? That way you have some space but they still get to visit.
Thank you all for your help! I think I'm going to try just plain coco butter or olive oil to see if that helps better, I really wish lotion helped at all, but I tried it for 2 weeks daily and nothing
@stlbuckeye132 I wish I could help you, but my MIL is an early pediatric RN so I've actually asked her to come and visit when the twins are first born to help out. Maybe telling them that while you would love their visit that you feel you (and the baby) would be too tired to entertain a lot of people and you will let them know as soon as you feel up to a visit?
Diagnosed with PCOS, later changed to unexplained anovulation due to high prolactin and normal testosterone levels
Him: 31
High sperm count (yay!) but also super high fluid volume (boo!)
First IUI, Clomid and Follistim: 11/29-BFN
Second IUI, Femara and Follistim: 12/29-BFN
Third IUI, Femara and Gonal-F (and Follistim): 1/28 BFN
Fourth IUI, Femara and Gonal-F: 7/23 BFN
IVF 1: Femara and Gonal-F: 1/23/2017
Beta Study:
Beta #1: 1/28/2017 4.1
Beta #2: 1/30/2017 34
Beta #3: 2/1/2017 131
Beta #4: 2/3/2017 476
Ultrasound: 2/14/17-Twin Etopic Pregnancy, surgery to remove right fallopian tube on 2/17/2017
FET 2: Femara, Gonal-F, and Clomid: Cycle Canceled due to low progesterone
FET 3: July 7, Femara, Gonal-F, Clomid-BFP!!!!!! Due March 2018
eta
if they were visitng for a couple of hours, then I could understand. But for an extended visit so soon after birth is a lot to handle. If you can lay some ground rules for them, such as helping and doing chores while they’re there, that’s acceptable. You have a baby to care for, you don’t need adults to look after as well.
If you do ask your ILs to wait, a few excuses you could use are: you think it would be better if baby was more alert for their visit (around 3-4 weeks old), so that they'll be able to interact with the baby more; depending on if/when DH is taking leave, it'd be much more helpful to you and DH if they came when DH went back to work; look at local events or special dates coming up (Easter, or a special festival or event in town) and frame it that it'd be better/more fun if they were able to come during that time. Also, having things for them to do during their visit, like visiting a local museum or maybe helping with a bigger household task (I remember MIL helped DH overhaul our garden in April, right after DS was born and it was finally spring) will keep them busy and allow you some times of privacy during their visit.
@antoto I tried doing hypnobabies. I listened to the tapes ahead of time and all that, but in the moment during labor it just went out the window. I think I struggled with doing the tapes because I'm an over-thinker and very analytical, so I had trouble completely "letting go" and fully relaxing mentally in order for it to work properly and become second nature like I think it's supposed to. Like I was going through the motions, doing what I was supposed to, but I wasn't fully into it, it somehow just didn't click with me (like telling myself to relax, but then not really 100% relaxing because I was too focused on telling myself to relax, if that makes sense). I was constantly drifting off to side thoughts during the tapes, or being too analytical about what I was being told and getting distracted that way. And doing the tapes before labor is fine and easy, because you don't have the distraction of all the pain, but during labor the pain was too distracting and I wasn't disciplined enough to focus on the training. So, overall they're fine and relaxing, and I know others who rave about it, but for me personally I just wasn't a good student about it and ended up not actually using it during labor.
Dx: PCOS
Married: June 2013
TTC#1: January 2015
BFP #1 8/24/15 | MC 9/3/15 at 6w2d
BFP #2: 12/12/15 | DD born 8/29/16
TTC#2: June 2017
BFP #3: 7/15/17 | DS born 3/20/18
I did a lot of research to come to this conclusion: They are both great and a lot of birth practitioners (Obs, midwives, etc...) say they see no appreciable difference in their patients who choose one over the other.
That being said, here's my two cents: Hypnobirthing is the original hypno method geared towards guided study and Hypnobabies is a slightly varied version geared towards personal home study.
For the same price as the Hypnobabies study course, you might be able to find a Hypnobirthing certified doula who will give you private classes, price including the materials. That's what I did. I was shocked!
I started the books and tapes. I can so see how this needs some guidance in practice but for the first time I FINALLY see how I will have peace surrounding my birth.
Yikes. That was long. Sorry.
To be clear - I will be home for a few months so hopefully won't NEED to pump until we introduce a bottle, but am wondering if I should pump after nursing in the beginning for supply purposes? I am reading the womanly art of breastfeeding and its not very clear on that specific point. Thanks!
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Me: 28 Him: 30
Married: 11/15/14
TTC: 02/2016
IF DX: MFI (low count & morphology) & mild PCOS
June 2016 BFP - MC @8w2d
August 2016 BFP - MC @6w1d
June 2017 - 50 mg Clomid + Ovidrel + IUI = BFP 7/6/17!!
Beta #1 = 422 (14dpo), Beta #2 = 810, prog - 12.3 (16dpo), Beta #3 = 5023, prog - 18.9 (20dpo)
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EDD March 12, 2018