@sweetteaandswingsmama I’m getting bad razor burn too. I shave with shave gel, exfoliate the area with a body scrub after then use coconut oil as lotion every day on the bad areas. It tends to just be my inner thighs so I don’t shave there as often. Fortunately I’ve only been around family in a bathing suit (and I have a skirt bottom that covers some of it) and I have been avoiding shorts that would show that area. Such a pain!
@sweetteaandswingsmama yes, the razor burn is worse! Also, ingrown hairs are worse. And the skin on my legs never got much better after my first pregnancy. Definitely don't have my sexy 20something year old legs anymore
@sweetteaandswingsmama I have noticed I'm much more sensitive when shaving. Luckily I only have to shave my legs about once a week (hair is just not growing....) but my armpits are an EOD event and they are very irritated after. I have nothing to offer on the PreE front but hopefully it's not the cause of the swelling.
This is sort of a product spotlight question but I don’t think we’ve done strollers yet... Anyone have the Diono Quantum stroller? Thoughts/likes/dislikes? (I have the Diono Radian 3RXT car seat for DS1 and we love).
Has anyone else been hit by a bad wave of dizziness late in the second trimester? I woke up about an hour ago and even rolling over made me really dizzy. My husband brought me Nilla wafers and water and eventually the only thing that made me feel a little bit better was sitting up. I’m doing my best to eat and drink water but I am a bit nauseous.
I’m chalking it up to low blood sugar but I had a snack before bed and through the night, which I haven’t done in awhile. I didn’t sleep well so maybe it just from that? But even just now the movement from switching from one side of the couch to the other made me dizzy again
@melanier26 I did a couple of weeks back. It lasted 2-3 and I just had to take it easy. I thought blood sugar too but nothing helped. How it passes quickly for you!!
Yep. I was on the middle of making coffee for DH and myself, felt nauseated and lightheaded, and had to go sit. I had just recently eaten, too! Trying to keep my knees slightly bent while standing and hydrating, hydrating, hydrating.
@mrshoch2@steminist Thanks ladies. I did call my midwife and she wasn’t really concerned, just told me to take it easy and if it got worse I could come in to be checked out. It’s been a couple of hours and it’s better but not gone. Just when you get used to one phase/symptom of pregnancy, another pops up 🤪 It’s probably mother nature’s way of preparing us for the same thing once the babies are born! As soon as I’d adjust to DS’ new routine/phase when he was a baby, it would all change again
Happened to me about 2 weeks ago. I felt fine, got up to do laundry, got to the bathroom and almost fell over dizzy. Was on and off for the day even after juice and a long nap.
Trying to sleep sucks!! I sleep on my sides but my hips hurt so bad during the night. I used to sleep more on my stomach but if I just lay on it a little bit now baby girl starts kicking me like crazy. I know it smushes her lol I have a pregnancy pillow I put it between my legs and under my stomach to help but it doesn’t. Anyone have any advice? It starts as my hips but by the morning it’s my hips and lower back.
@melanier26 I had it really bad for about 2 weeks. Nothing that I could pinpoint caused it, and nothing helped it. It seems to have passed and I’ll maybe get a small spell of dizziness for a min then it passes. I brought it up to my Dr and she wasn’t concerned either. I hope it passes for you soon!
DD#1 December '12
DD#2 New Year's Baby '15
Married 07/09
@mrshoch2 I bought this knee pillow (it was only a few days ago, but it's no longer available from this seller and the price doubled) and it has changed my sleep for the better.
ComfiLife Orthopedic Knee Pillow for Sciatica Relief, Back Pain, Leg Pain, Pregnancy, Hip and Joint Pain - Memory Foam Wedge Contour https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ARJ7SBM/
Trying to sleep sucks!! I sleep on my sides but my hips hurt so bad during the night. I used to sleep more on my stomach but if I just lay on it a little bit now baby girl starts kicking me like crazy. I know it smushes her lol I have a pregnancy pillow I put it between my legs and under my stomach to help but it doesn’t. Anyone have any advice? It starts as my hips but by the morning it’s my hips and lower back.
@mrshoch2 I toss and turn all night because of hip pain. I have a body pillow that I tuck under my belly and then between my legs. It's definitely better then night when I sleep in DSs bed and have no pillows but still not 100% relief.
I have to switch from side to side but a pillow between my legs helps and also sleeping with a body pillow or pregnancy pillow. I don’t want to jinx myself but I was more achy my first pregnancy compared to now number 3 lol
@melanier26 yep, been dizzy for a couple weeks now. It does seem to be getting a little better, or at least a little less frequent though. @mrshoch2 same here with the sleeping on the sides. Hips hurt either way and seem to be flipping every 15 minutes. Back is comfortable, but know I shouldn't sleep that way, and just the littlest bit on my stomach and LO will forcefully object. Hopefully the knee pillow gives you some relief.
Me: 41 / Fiance: 35 + One DS, one dog & two kitties...
First BFP: 1/17/16 = EDD 9/21/16 (MMC)
Second BFP: 6/24/16 (CP)
Third BFP: 2/7/17 = EDD 10/20/17 🌈 *** BORN 10/23 *** 🌈
A few people had discussed getting a baby doll for their toddler early on and I was wondering if anyone had gotten it and/or had success with it? DS I feel like is at a great learning age right now (21 months) with a bunch of lessons that we want to stay working on with him and was wondering if anyone (especially any TTM's) might have any tips for helping ease the transition of baby coming in, in a way that won't upset his course of progress? Just for example we're working on sharing right now especially. And gentle touches/petting as opposed to hard touches/hitting. Positive affirmation and agreeing to things as well (his favorite word is still no).
Me: 41 / Fiance: 35 + One DS, one dog & two kitties...
First BFP: 1/17/16 = EDD 9/21/16 (MMC)
Second BFP: 6/24/16 (CP)
Third BFP: 2/7/17 = EDD 10/20/17 🌈 *** BORN 10/23 *** 🌈
A few people had discussed getting a baby doll for their toddler early on and I was wondering if anyone had gotten it and/or had success with it? DS I feel like is at a great learning age right now (21 months) with a bunch of lessons that we want to stay working on with him and was wondering if anyone (especially any TTM's) might have any tips for helping ease the transition of baby coming in, in a way that won't upset his course of progress? Just for example we're working on sharing right now especially. And gentle touches/petting as opposed to hard touches/hitting. Positive affirmation and agreeing to things as well (his favorite word is still no).
Daniel Tiger has a whole season on becoming a big sibling. We watched that a lot with DS1. We made a point on spending time with just him. Lots of reading of books about adding a sibling to the home.
Right when we brought DS2 home, DH would take DS1 to the playground a few times a week for some one on one time. If you’re going to be induced, try to spend the days right before giving him as much love and affection as you can.
I am going to warn you- there will be regressions in behaviors and can take them a long time to warm up to the new baby. He may be even appear to be mad at you, but he’s not. At that age, it’s very confusing to them, and they really don’t understand the whole “this baby lives here now and so do you” concept.
@cooaladolly I’ve been really enjoying listening to the podcast “Unruffled” which is about parenting and focuses a lot on toddler behavior. There are a lot of episodes related to adding a new sibling. I know everyone has different parenting philosophies and you might not agree with everything in there, but it’s helped me get an idea of what types of behavior changes to expect (or not. We’ll see 😊).
@cmbt2 I think we're going to go right ahead and get that season. PBS doesn't let you choose which seasons you can play on demand so I'm gonna look on Amazon for the DVD's.
@greenbean-2 that's another great suggestion. Just subscribed!
Me: 41 / Fiance: 35 + One DS, one dog & two kitties...
First BFP: 1/17/16 = EDD 9/21/16 (MMC)
Second BFP: 6/24/16 (CP)
Third BFP: 2/7/17 = EDD 10/20/17 🌈 *** BORN 10/23 *** 🌈
@cmbt2 I think we're going to go right ahead and get that season. PBS doesn't let you choose which seasons you can play on demand so I'm gonna look on Amazon for the DVD's.
@greenbean-2 that's another great suggestion. Just subscribed!
The dvd is called “big brother Daniel.” It focuses on the arrival of baby, adjusting to having to share mom and dad, and having to change some things you do to make it so baby can participate
I'm also nervous for how bringing a new baby to the family is going to affect DD1. We're going to take her to a big sibling class.It teaches them how to help with the baby and what to expect. Like feedings, diapers, holding, etc. It says it's for ages 3-7. Do you have anything like that near you? Yours might still be a little young for that?
@cooaladolly I don’t know if your local library does dvds or not but if you wanted him to watch it before buying it that may be an option. We just checked out a book about being a big brother too.
My kids are 20 months apart and I don’t remember the transition with bringing a new sibling home being a problem at all. We did get a big sibling book that we read frequently but never any issues really. I know every kid is different. My two are inseparable and best friends now. I hope that they always have that bond and hopefully the third baby will be just the same. The thing I worry about is the middle child....
We did a lot of Daniel Tiger prepping too lol- and then I made up a basket of fun stuff just for him (things he loves and being a big brother) and made it special. My husband also spent a lot of one-on-one time with him when we brought the baby home. It’s a transition but you find your groove! As far as behavior regressing and practices you’re working on, I can’t really remember. I wouldn’t be surprised if it happens and to just go easy with and go with the flow. However I do remember age regression (all of a sudden he wanted a bottle and do baby things 😆)
My kids are 20 months apart and I don’t remember the transition with bringing a new sibling home being a problem at all. We did get a big sibling book that we read frequently but never any issues really. I know every kid is different. My two are inseparable and best friends now. I hope that they always have that bond and hopefully the third baby will be just the same. The thing I worry about is the middle child....
Since I like to be captain obvious, there is a major difference in how a 20m old reacts to this change vs a 2 year old. The mental development leap that occurs in those 3-4 months is quite astonishing, actually
We took @cmbt2 's advice and got some Daniel Tiger DVD's from the library, and I got a book as well. We've been doing small "Big Sister" activities too. Our hospital offers a siblings class which we plan to do as well.
We're trying to prepare DD as much as possible but it's best to anticipate regressions as well.
Any TTM+ mom’s doing anything to prepare youngest LO for new baby? I am getting DD a Big Sister book and DS the Berenstain Bears Baby Makes Five book.
I am thinking of doing something for my youngest. While my oldest is super excited for the baby, my youngest has been really emotional lately and not like himself. I love the bernestain bear books and didnt know they had a baby makes five! Definitely gonna get that now ha
So I'm a FTM and thankfully won't have the new-baby-with-existing-children problem for a while. However, I wanted to mention that those of you FTMs with dogs may want to consider looking into a trainer that specializes in bringing a baby into the household. I know many families make the transition just fine on their own, but my dog has anxiety issues and likes to always be with me, so we're having a trainer come into our home at the end of the month.
She brought up some good points on the phone with me, including that even if your dog is currently great with kids and babies, a newborn is a different story. She plans to work with us on setting boundaries with our pup, teaching us how to form a type of bond between baby and dog, and will meet with us more after the baby is here to work on any new situations that may arise.
My dog is incredibly well-behaved, but he's definitely my dog and I want to make sure our baby and I'm safe when he's around, in case his jealousy over me comes out. I grew up with dogs, and while he minds his own business, learns fairly quickly, doesn't chew, and never gets on furniture, I want to take those extra precautions. And for those who may think I'm being overly cautious, my dog is under the care of a behaviorist and this was highly recommended to us as an addition to his care.
This has been a public service announcement. Now back to your regularly scheduled programming.
@Meagan-t that is a great point to bring up! I remember being pretty nervous about that with our dog. We got very lucky, but do think it would have been prudent for us to have gotten some professional training before we brought home DS.
Me: 41 / Fiance: 35 + One DS, one dog & two kitties...
First BFP: 1/17/16 = EDD 9/21/16 (MMC)
Second BFP: 6/24/16 (CP)
Third BFP: 2/7/17 = EDD 10/20/17 🌈 *** BORN 10/23 *** 🌈
@quidditchcapn1120 DS is 6 and DD will be 3 next month. I am aiming to have DH tend to baby more this time when I am not BFing and to also have baby sleeping when we put the kids to bed so I can give them each 10 minutes of 1:1 time like now.
Me (32) DH (34) | | BFP #1 4/5/12 | Natural m/c on 4/18/12 (6w1d) BFP #2 8/23/12 | DS born 5/3/13 BFP #3 12/6/15 | DD born 8/23/16 BFP #4 2/22/19 | EDD 10/28/19
@Meagan-t
I asked the nurse(s), that when my son was born, if I could have the swaddle they use to wipe him down with, to take home to my dog. That way she can become semi-familiar with his scent. Before he was born, my dog has been the “only child” for 8 years. I always talked to her about her becoming a big sister. Lol anyways, just an option on another way to help.
@Meagan-t
I asked the nurse(s), that when my son was born, if I could have the swaddle they use to wipe him down with, to take home to my dog. That way she can become semi-familiar with his scent. Before he was born, my dog has been the “only child” for 8 years. I always talked to her about her becoming a big sister. Lol anyways, just an option on another way to help.
@jcbh2018 My husband took DS’ little hat home to the pup to sniff. Once he was home, any time he would cry she would bring the hat over to him. It was the sweetest thing 💗
Re: The Great Question Thread
I’m chalking it up to low blood sugar but I had a snack before bed and through the night, which I haven’t done in awhile. I didn’t sleep well so maybe it just from that? But even just now the movement from switching from one side of the couch to the other made me dizzy again
I hope it passes for you soon!
DD#1 December '12
DD#2 New Year's Baby '15
Married 07/09
ComfiLife Orthopedic Knee Pillow for Sciatica Relief, Back Pain, Leg Pain, Pregnancy, Hip and Joint Pain - Memory Foam Wedge Contour https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ARJ7SBM/
Right when we brought DS2 home, DH would take DS1 to the playground a few times a week for some one on one time. If you’re going to be induced, try to spend the days right before giving him as much love and affection as you can.
I am going to warn you- there will be regressions in behaviors and can take them a long time to warm up to the new baby. He may be even appear to be mad at you, but he’s not. At that age, it’s very confusing to them, and they really don’t understand the whole “this baby lives here now and so do you” concept.
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BFP #2 5/4/14, EDD 1/15/15, DS1 1/19/15
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Me (32) DH (34) | |
BFP #1 4/5/12 | Natural m/c on 4/18/12 (6w1d)
BFP #2 8/23/12 | DS born 5/3/13
BFP #3 12/6/15 | DD born 8/23/16
BFP #4 2/22/19 | EDD 10/28/19
She brought up some good points on the phone with me, including that even if your dog is currently great with kids and babies, a newborn is a different story. She plans to work with us on setting boundaries with our pup, teaching us how to form a type of bond between baby and dog, and will meet with us more after the baby is here to work on any new situations that may arise.
My dog is incredibly well-behaved, but he's definitely my dog and I want to make sure our baby and I'm safe when he's around, in case his jealousy over me comes out. I grew up with dogs, and while he minds his own business, learns fairly quickly, doesn't chew, and never gets on furniture, I want to take those extra precautions. And for those who may think I'm being overly cautious, my dog is under the care of a behaviorist and this was highly recommended to us as an addition to his care.
This has been a public service announcement. Now back to your regularly scheduled programming.
Me (32) DH (34) | |
BFP #1 4/5/12 | Natural m/c on 4/18/12 (6w1d)
BFP #2 8/23/12 | DS born 5/3/13
BFP #3 12/6/15 | DD born 8/23/16
BFP #4 2/22/19 | EDD 10/28/19