January Jellybeans 2013!...

[jrowenj]

what kind of breast pump is everyone getting?! Sorry if this subject was already discussed! I am trying to go through my gift registry and purchase the unpurchased gifts that I need! Breast pump is one of the items and I originally registered for Tommee Tippee electric pump, but all the reviews said that its a horrible pump.

 

[jellybeans]

what kind of breast pump is everyone getting?! Sorry if this subject was already discussed! I am trying to go through my gift registry and purchase the unpurchased gifts that I need! Breast pump is one of the items and I originally registered for Tommee Tippee electric pump, but all the reviews said that its a horrible pump.

i bought a tommee tippee manual pump got it as part of a set so it came with breast pads, bottles, dummies and a sterilizer box.

 

[ARuppe716]

I registered for a medela... The instructor of my bf class isn't a fan but because you can't share it. All the reviews seem to be good for it!!

We had our dresser arrive yesterday. We were told that it would be delivered and set up like our crib was (it's from Pottery Barn Kids) but I came home to a huge box on its side outside our door! Ups delivered and I have no idea how he got it up my stairs...the box states it weighs 120lb!! I'm kinda pissed because what if it was raining and it was left out? It wasn't cheap and my dad had to come over at 9pm last night to help dh get it in the house and unpack it! What if I was a single mom or on bed rest and hubby was out of town? Just seems like poor customer service for a baby furniture company. They were great with the crib. I'm going to go over there today and talk to them. Just seems silly! And dh was really mad!!

 

[jrowenj]

I registered for a medela... The instructor of my bf class isn't a fan but because you can't share it. All the reviews seem to be good for it!!

We had our dresser arrive yesterday. We were told that it would be delivered and set up like our crib was (it's from Pottery Barn Kids) but I came home to a huge box on its side outside our door! Ups delivered and I have no idea how he got it up my stairs...the box states it weighs 120lb!! I'm kinda pissed because what if it was raining and it was left out? It wasn't cheap and my dad had to come over at 9pm last night to help dh get it in the house and unpack it! What if I was a single mom or on bed rest and hubby was out of town? Just seems like poor customer service for a baby furniture company. They were great with the crib. I'm going to go over there today and talk to them. Just seems silly! And dh was really mad!!

What do you mean because you can't share it?? Did you get a single or a double??

Exciting you got your crib! Thats shitty that they did that though!

 

[CharlieO]

what kind of breast pump is everyone getting?! Sorry if this subject was already discussed! I am trying to go through my gift registry and purchase the unpurchased gifts that I need! Breast pump is one of the items and I originally registered for Tommee Tippee electric pump, but all the reviews said that its a horrible pump.

I went to the babyshow in London a couple of weeks ago and got this one:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Medela-Har...8EW6/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1352992505&sr=8-6

They were the only stand that wasn't totally in my face selling, so I may have swayed by that (and i found it a bit weird that men were trying to sell me breast pumps!!!) But it tries to replicate the natural rhythm that babies use to suck, short quick bursts, followed by longer pulls so that you can express as much possible in a shorter space of time. It was the only stand where they had little stress ball boobs that you could try the pump on to get a feel for it - which as a first timer, I found useful. And there was a lady there with a todler and bump who was stocking up on thier deals at the show, raving about how good they were. Having said that - this is my first baby so I am by no means an expert!!!

 

[mellywelly]

I've got the Medela mini electric, but only because my sil gave it to me, as she didn't use it. Don't know how good it will be yet, but judging by the amount I'm leaking already, I could probably start using it now

 

[mellywelly]

Ducky, have you got your section date yet?

No, not yet. My appointment is at 115 this afternoon. Only 830am here

Good luck, hope you get a date you want! Are you going to ask for a particular date? Before or after Xmas?

 

[mellywelly]

Yay I'm a honeydew!!! 7 weeks to go!! WOW! Yea ok ... I feel a little freaked out now. I so do not have everything I need and 7 weeks does not sound like enough time to do it.

Ya. I only have 5 and a half weeks or less. Talk about no pressure. it is definitely a little overwhelming.

I'm ready in practicality, but I'm no where near ready emotionally I keep thinking I need to be pregnant for another 6 months yet! I still wonder if we have done the right thing, I love our little family unit and don't want to spoil it, and now ds is at school it's all so much easier and we are going back to nappies and sleepless nights but we have wanted this baby for so long, and had lots of heartbreak to get here, I want to enjoy every single second! I know I won't be in a hurry for this one to do stuff like I was with ds, if it doesn't want to walk until 2 yrs, then so what, I can just carry it for longer

 

[jrowenj]

Thanks, ladies! It seems like medela is getting the top choices by women. I just wish they weren't so damn expensive!

 

[CharlieO]

Thanks, ladies! It seems like medela is getting the top choices by women. I just wish they weren't so damn expensive!

I got mine for a third off at the baby show! See if there's an expo near you? Got some awesome deals all round direct from the companies that make them - i think we saved about £150 buying the pump, swaddles, bouncer chair, play mat and cute outfits and other bits...

 

[sassy_mom]

Thanks, ladies! It seems like medela is getting the top choices by women. I just wish they weren't so damn expensive!

Medela seems to have great reviews. I am going to get the manual medela pump. Since I'm a SAHM, I'm not worried about having enough to pump out for storing long term.

Oh and if you are registered with Babies R Us, they will send you a coupon for a percentage off everything that is left on your registry. I should have mine within the next week and I will use it to get get some of the stuff then.

 

[ARuppe716]

They can't be shared because of the way milk is flowed through the mechanism. Even if you get new tubing you may still have contamination. But I plan to use it solely and hope to have more kids so it's worth it. Try reaching out to your health insurance too to see of they provide any reimbursement. I hate the price too but it beats buying formula!! Oh, and I'm getting a double electric...I'll have to pulp at work so the faster the better!

 

[sassy_mom]

Started working on this early this morning ... I'm doing it in light purple. I'm thinking of this being the coming home outfit ... putting it over a plain white onesie with some little leggings.


https://rhythmofthehome.com/2011/02/newborn-baby-crocheted-dress/

 

[snowangel187]

what kind of breast pump is everyone getting?! Sorry if this subject was already discussed! I am trying to go through my gift registry and purchase the unpurchased gifts that I need! Breast pump is one of the items and I originally registered for Tommee Tippee electric pump, but all the reviews said that its a horrible pump.

I have the Lansinoh double electric pump. I had no problems with it. I only pumped tho when dd would skip a feeding or if she didn't eat enough and I needed relief. But I would get a bunch of milk rather quickly with it, I don't know if it was the machine or my milk supply. I would recommend it to anybody. It costs less then some of the other brands and gets the job done.

I registered for a medela... The instructor of my bf class isn't a fan but because you can't share it. All the reviews seem to be good for it!!

We had our dresser arrive yesterday. We were told that it would be delivered and set up like our crib was (it's from Pottery Barn Kids) but I came home to a huge box on its side outside our door! Ups delivered and I have no idea how he got it up my stairs...the box states it weighs 120lb!! I'm kinda pissed because what if it was raining and it was left out? It wasn't cheap and my dad had to come over at 9pm last night to help dh get it in the house and unpack it! What if I was a single mom or on bed rest and hubby was out of town? Just seems like poor customer service for a baby furniture company. They were great with the crib. I'm going to go over there today and talk to them. Just seems silly! And dh was really mad!!

I would call them and complain maybe they'll give you some store credit or something.

 

[DeedeeBeester]

Oooh La Mere you've popped right out now!! Looking good! Your baby shower sounds lovely, so glad you had a good time

Sassy, gorgeous bump as well! These next weeks will fly and you will have Chloe home before you know it

Thanks Lillian! I have definitely hit that stage where I am ready for her to make her arrival. Well .... I feel that way. I keep telling people no I wouldn't be mad if I made it to the due date and then some. I know her being in there as long as it takes is what is most important but oh man!!!! It is so hard to move around now. I think I know what you meant Deedee when you said you can't imagine there is more growing to do ... I feel enormous already. Where is there more room????

I took a picture of myself at the Drs, in a hurry. And then had to ask hubby if I really look that massive, he said yes. I'm too shy now to show it to you girls, it's simply amazing how your body changes as baby grows!

Cutte bumps ladies, both looking gorgeous.

Sassy - your shower sounds adorable.

I'm going to try and post a bump pic soon.

Well my night of star fishing was interested! I woke up what feels like about 30 times and feel like I've hardly slept but I know I must have. Tonight we will try another routine for sleeping with DH.

Aww, Sonia! I'm sorry you had a hard time sleeping. I can only imagine having to sleep without hubby all night longs. Hope you get into the routine quick enough and you are able to rest more.

Yay I'm a honeydew!!! 7 weeks to go!! WOW! Yea ok ... I feel a little freaked out now. I so do not have everything I need and 7 weeks does not sound like enough time to do it.

Congrats!!!! Honeydew, never heard that word on that fruit before. Hahaha, I like it!

Whoooo feeling kicks and punches at the same time lol my whole belly is wobbling!

Yes! I was telling hubby this morning as he was getting ready for work that Matthew was rolling and punching or kicking all at once. He just said: "Aww, Matthew wants to go to work with daddy, but that tummy just doesn't let him..." Baby gets super wild when he first hears us speaking in the morning.

They can't be shared because of the way milk is flowed through the mechanism. Even if you get new tubing you may still have contamination. But I plan to use it solely and hope to have more kids so it's worth it. Try reaching out to your health insurance too to see of they provide any reimbursement. I hate the price too but it beats buying formula!! Oh, and I'm getting a double electric...I'll have to pulp at work so the faster the better!

The instructions on mine say that they should never be shared. That's why I can't even return them if the seal is broken.

 

[JCh]

Deedee - I had to tell DH to stop talking to my bump and saying good night cuz he'd go insane and not let me sleep. He's been doing this weird rolling/ twisting thing the past little while and it's SO weird... He still loves kicking my right side/ ribs.....

 

[Little J]

LADIES BUYING BREASY PUMPS!!

I called my insurance to see if they reimbursed for part of the pump and as of 1/1/13 the Healthcare reform considers breat pumps as preventative and will cover it at 100%!

My insurance year begins 1/1/13 so i am covered for a 100% reimbursed pump. The catch is tho.... you wont get reimbursed for it if you already bought it before the birth of the child. I was told you have 90 days after the baby is born to buy and pump in which it would be covered at 100%.

Just letting you peeps know to maybe call your insurance and figure that out so you can save some $!

I am now waiting to buy a good pump until the baby is born so i can get it covered at 100%.

 

[DeedeeBeester]

Deedee - I had to tell DH to stop talking to my bump and saying good night cuz he'd go insane and not let me sleep. He's been doing this weird rolling/ twisting thing the past little while and it's SO weird... He still loves kicking my right side/ ribs.....

Isn't it the cutest thing though? They will be over the moon when they speak to baby and baby recognizes their voice too!

 

[sassy_mom]

Don't be shy Deedee ... I'm sure you look beautiful! We all feel massive and it is ok. I remember with DD I was so huge, I sometimes wondered if they had missed finding an extra baby in there. I sometimes wonder that now. hahahaha!

Chloe moves first thing when she hears us talking too! And if DH puts his hand on my belly she goes insane. Daddy's girl already!

Sonia ... it does take some getting use to when DH works night shift. I remember it took me a long time the first time he ever worked it. Once you get into a routine, it will be better. DD is pretty good about being quiet now. She understands that daddy is sleeping and she tells me to be quiet if she thinks I'm being too noisy. I am not sure how things will work when Chloe gets here though .... Now when DH gets home, I get up and take a shower and close the door go about my day. I just hope that maybe her schedule will work with his so I can somewhat continue to get up and get at least showered and out of the bedroom so he can sleep. His job did tell him that night shift may only last until the end of the year so we are hoping it works out that he goes back to a regular shift so at least we don't have to tiptoe around the house.

 

[DeedeeBeester]

LADIES BUYING BREASY PUMPS!!

I called my insurance to see if they reimbursed for part of the pump and as of 1/1/13 the Healthcare reform considers breat pumps as preventative and will cover it at 100%!

My insurance year begins 1/1/13 so i am covered for a 100% reimbursed pump. The catch is tho.... you wont get reimbursed for it if you already bought it before the birth of the child. I was told you have 90 days after the baby is born to buy and pump in which it would be covered at 100%.

Just letting you peeps know to maybe call your insurance and figure that out so you can save some $!

I am now waiting to buy a good pump until the baby is born so i can get it covered at 100%.

Thanks for the info!

Yeah, I called and they said the same thing except we begin the 1st of January. That's why we bought a $20 manual pump in case baby comes this year, we got the evenflo simplygo manual breast bump. Gives us a chance to buy a fancy one for next year and have the reimburse.