TTC and Beyond!

[goldstns]

Rachel- how do u do part breast milk and part formula? Do u mix in same bottle? Do u do one then the other? Or maybe one feeding breastmilk and then the next formula?

it so hard for me to accept this, but its more important that Alia is full. However I was reading that milk doesn't just dry up... So no sure what's up

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

Just checking in.. don't feel I have much to contribute.. LOL

Ashlee- I hope it's just PUPPP's if it's one or the other.

 

[Ingodshand]

Nikki- could you try a new pump or look at a pic of alia while you pump or maybe try to pump more at work like every two hours? Might help her your supply back up.

 

[frsttimemama]

When will you find out results, Ashlee?

 

[Lotalaughs16]

Morning Ladies,

Wanted to check in and let you all know that I'm reading along everyday...I've been crazy busy at work and have some shit I'm dealing with at home at the moment, just trying to get through each day one step at a time.

One positive thing that keeps me going is the anticipation of the next wave of babies and I really enjoy reading about all these milestones that are being hit by your new additions!

I finally got af...only took freakin 52 days again. Hopefully only 1 more af after this before we start actively trying but I've kind of just taken more of the ntnp approach recently. What will be will be, right?

bb, I don't know if I said it but Congrats!!! I'm so happy for you

Ash, sorry you're uncomforatble...hope its pupps and not anything that will affect little Lux

 

[asmcsm]

Sandy, they said 2-3 days so I'll probably be calling them several times tomorrow annoying then for results since I don't want to wait until monday

 

[frsttimemama]

Geesh, that's like forever! You would think that would be a stat lab!!

 

[Cowgirl07]

I hope you get your results soon ash! How are things going with Dh?
Brittney maybe ntnp will work lol Fx.
Afm I'm in a good head space again, Dh and I have had some discussions about where we go from here. Our plan is up to 6 months femara or Clomid. After that ntnp for a few years and deciding on what kind of adoption is best for us. Even though his parents are being complete jerks about me not trying ivf. They can shove it. It's a discussion we needed to have.

 

[TTCaWee1]

Nikki - when I had milk in the freezer I would just mix a little formula in to make up the difference. Now I give a formula bottle every couple feedings. Or if I bf her and she's still screaming for more then I'll give her a little formula. When I go back to work she will prob get 2 formula bottles a day. I have a days worth of milk in the freezer so we'll see how it goes

 

[frsttimemama]

Katrina, glad you and DH are on the same page. Sorry about your inlaws. That's crazy! Those babies need mamas and daddies too. They can't help the life they are dealt..

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

that's good Katrina that you and DH are on the same page! I think you will get your BFP though. I really do.

 

[MrsAmk]

Wow I have not been on in ages....literally no time to open my laptop! I get on FB with my phone while feeding but thats about it. Exciting to see all the new babies and ones that are coming soon! Hope everyone has been good, I have been utterly exhausted beyond comprehension. I have a real fussy little guy that demands my attention all day and night. He has bad reflux that is killing my heart to see him suffer the puking so much. He also has one ear that wasnt fully developed I completely feel like a failure as a mother, first a stillborn and now this....but I wont get into my pity party there. Anyway, just wanted to chime in quick and say hello, and I hope everyone is doing well.

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

Oh Molly. I know nothing I say will probably help much, but you are NOT a failure!! It has nothing at all to do with you and you are taking care of him every day and being there for him, and that's a great mommy! Try not to be so hard on yourself.

 

[CantHrdlyWait]

Horrible headache today.. tylenol didn't really do anything. I really don't feel like being at work. UGH!

 

[frsttimemama]

I think you will, too, Katrina!

 

[frsttimemama]

Molly, sorry your new little guy is having a tough time. Please don't blame yourself. You did nothing wrong in either situation. Our little guys just had different plans for us unfortunately. So sorry!

 

[brunettebimbo]

Molly your not a failure! Your little guy is beautiful!

Katrina tell me to do one if I'm being too nosey but why won't you do IVF?

 

[Lotalaughs16]

aww Molly, you're not a failure at all...don't beat yourself up, you are one strong mama!

 

[Cowgirl07]

Thanks ladies. I decided awhile ago I'm not interested in doing it. Cost for one is a factor, none of it is covered by insurance. Plus traveling expenses, we live in the middle of no where, in all likelihood we/i would have to stay in a hotel in Madison or Milwaukee. I also don't want to go through the fake hormones, shots and such. I respect those who do it, but I choose not to. My in laws are all about biological children and push ivf, saying they aren't sure they can handle it. To me it doesn't make a difference, nor to my family. My brother plans on fostering when he's older, and my sister will probably never have kids.
Molly you are not a failure he is absolutely gorgeous! I love his pictures and updates.

 

[frsttimemama]

I admire your decision Katrina! And sticking to it. His family will either come around to the idea or miss out on something absolutely amazing.. their loss! I'm sorry you have to deal with that. Any baby would ne blessed to have you as a mama! And a child is a blessing, no matter how they come to you. Shame on your inlaws.