I just checked both of my registries and nothing has been bought of either one ... and my shower is on the 20th. lol!! I wasn't stressed about getting stuff but now I'm starting to think we will end up having to get so much stuff!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
I just checked both of my registries and nothing has been bought of either one ... and my shower is on the 20th. lol!! I wasn't stressed about getting stuff but now I'm starting to think we will end up having to get so much stuff!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
I just checked both of my registries and nothing has been bought of either one ... and my shower is on the 20th. lol!! I wasn't stressed about getting stuff but now I'm starting to think we will end up having to get so much stuff!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
Aww, well... sometimes people just take ideas out of the registry and buy them somewhere else.
Are you registered at target? I'm starting to not like it... it says 2 purchases were made, but it shows up with nothing. I think I'm going to not believe it.
On the subject of itchiness: I thought my boobs were itchy because of the new bras I got the other day. Guess not! The bottoms of my feet itch while I shower.
I bought a pack of overnight extra heavy flow pads today for after baby is born. Not sure how long I'll bleed so I am starting with one pack and will more than likely wait to see how much bleeding I have before getting more.
Can anyone think of any other postpartum needs us moms are going to have?
- Pads
- Ice pack
- Breast pads - I registered for both silicone reusable pads (LilyPads) and disposables.
- Warm/Cool breast compresses (I registered for these and think they sound blissful. You can heat or freeze them and they are reusable.)
- Nursing bras - When do we buy these? I don't want to get them now and then outgrow them before baby comes AND the milk comes in.
I just checked both of my registries and nothing has been bought of either one ... and my shower is on the 20th. lol!! I wasn't stressed about getting stuff but now I'm starting to think we will end up having to get so much stuff!! AHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!
On the subject of itchiness: I thought my boobs were itchy because of the new bras I got the other day. Guess not! The bottoms of my feet itch while I shower.
I bought a pack of overnight extra heavy flow pads today for after baby is born. Not sure how long I'll bleed so I am starting with one pack and will more than likely wait to see how much bleeding I have before getting more.
Can anyone think of any other postpartum needs us moms are going to have?
- Pads
- Ice pack
- Breast pads - I registered for both silicone reusable pads (LilyPads) and disposables.
- Warm/Cool breast compresses (I registered for these and think they sound blissful. You can heat or freeze them and they are reusable.)
- Nursing bras - When do we buy these? I don't want to get them now and then outgrow them before baby comes AND the milk comes in.
I didn't bleed for very long at all. Maybe a week. I would recommend getting some loose (not too loose) breathable panties to wear for a while after baby comes.
I never really needed an ice pack, but have one on hand.
I only used cotton nursing pads, have a whole box of unused disposables.
I just used wash clothes for my compresses, lol.
I bought my nursing bras just before DD was born and I also got a few nursing tank tops. I absolutely adore nursing tank tops. But I think if you get them a week or two before baby comes it should be fine.
I would get some chux pads to lay on in case of leaks (milk or blood). I didn't have 'em and had to change my sheets alot. Also good if you co-sleep and have to change baby in bed during the night.
A peri bottle for cleansing (example: just after using the toilet), there are a lot of herbal and other cleansing solutions available. Just have to look and see which you prefer.
My midwife gave me an herbal bath mixture that you put in the bath and soak in for a little while. (its got things like lavender to help you relax and other herbs I can't remember off the top of my head that help to speed up the healing process).
This is all I can think of right now. Sorry for such a rambly post.
I am feeling so tired and unmotivated today. I've got a ton to do to keep me busy besides Rayven while hubby is at work, but can't seem to get going. Is there anything you ladies do to help get yourselves motivated to get up and at 'em?
On the subject of itchiness: I thought my boobs were itchy because of the new bras I got the other day. Guess not! The bottoms of my feet itch while I shower.
I bought a pack of overnight extra heavy flow pads today for after baby is born. Not sure how long I'll bleed so I am starting with one pack and will more than likely wait to see how much bleeding I have before getting more.
Can anyone think of any other postpartum needs us moms are going to have?
- Pads
- Ice pack
- Breast pads - I registered for both silicone reusable pads (LilyPads) and disposables.
- Warm/Cool breast compresses (I registered for these and think they sound blissful. You can heat or freeze them and they are reusable.)
- Nursing bras - When do we buy these? I don't want to get them now and then outgrow them before baby comes AND the milk comes in.
With both of mine I bled for around 6 weeks after, not full on but enough to need to wear towels for at least 3 weeks then liners. I tried disposable pants but they were horrible so this time Ill be buying lots of big black pants (knickers) in a size too big lol.
Ive bought two nursing bras already in the size I am now but Ill buy some more once baby arrives and my milk comes in.
I also buy distilled witch hazel, its very soothing on your lady bits after and is supposed to aid healing
I am feeling so tired and unmotivated today. I've got a ton to do to keep me busy besides Rayven while hubby is at work, but can't seem to get going. Is there anything you ladies do to help get yourselves motivated to get up and at 'em?
I keep seeing some of you ladies mention witch hazel. I've seen in at the store but how would I go about making something so that I could use it afterwards for healing? It was rough when I had DD and I felt like I struggled to heal. I ripped pretty bad with DD and I'm not expecting to rip that bad again but just in case I have any kind of soreness or pain, I would like to have some options.