I won’t lie - 8 years of parenting and the post swim change is one thing that still stresses me out! How old is baby? When they are old enough to sit up, and snack, it’s a bit easier! Little ones I tend to breastfeed as I dry and change them, which keeps them a bit happier. If you don’t know what the facilities are like take a wee change mat to lie them on on the floor. Take an extra towel, I always double wrap babies as they seem to get cold as soon as they are out.So we’re going to try swimming for the first time Wednesday! Any tips on what to pack to make life easier?
it’s difficult enough trying to change this little monster as it is now that we’ve learnt how to roll, let alone flapping around like a little fish
all mine have loved baths, splashing and kicking and squealing in delight. Take them swimming and they look like they couldn’t give a toss She’s 5 months! I’m hoping she cracks at least a smile for usI won’t lie - 8 years of parenting and the post swim change is one thing that still stresses me out! How old is baby? When they are old enough to sit up, and snack, it’s a bit easier! Little ones I tend to breastfeed as I dry and change them, which keeps them a bit happier. If you don’t know what the facilities are like take a wee change mat to lie them on on the floor. Take an extra towel, I always double wrap babies as they seem to get cold as soon as they are out.
And don’t worry if they just do this face
I used to wrap my sons towel in a hot water bottle so it was warm around him when we got out. I say used too.... he's 4 and I still do itShe’s 5 months! I’m hoping she cracks at least a smile for us
Thankyou for those tips!
That’s an amazing idea!I used to wrap my sons towel in a hot water bottle so it was warm around him when we got out. I say used too.... he's 4 and I still do it
Hello! I’m probably not the best person to ask but felt compelled to replyHi, I'm just popping in from the pregnancy thread.
30 weeks today and I've suddenly realised oh god I have to have this baby soon and started to freak.
Anyway, I came to ask if any of you did any online hypnobirthing courses that you would recommend? Thank you!
I didn’t do hypnobirthing... I had the audio book and a few chapters in I was like “this is not me at all” but it’s totally up to you, if you feel like you would benefit from it I would go for it. I know people who did hypno birthing and ended up needing an emergency c section and said it was a life saver and I also know people who have said it’s a waste of time! See what the others say!People are weird. I’ve had 2 horrible births and still the midwives joke around about ‘see you next time’. I’m quite blunt now about there not being a next time.Oh I agree, I had that same question for 3 whole years before I snapped at people. I had the most horrific birth aswell as the gruelling IVF treatment and have had many people say to me ‘when’s the next baby due then?’ Seriously???!!!
If I wasn’t a mother now I’d be giving them a few choice words
Wow you’re a lovely mum! I make mine lie wrapped in a towel while I get myself dressed. Mum of the year over hereI used to wrap my sons towel in a hot water bottle so it was warm around him when we got out. I say used too.... he's 4 and I still do it
Try using nappy pants when the rolling starts. My two daughters I’ve switched to the pants then at 5 months. I cannot recommend Rascal and Friends nappies enough! They are in Tesco never leaked once.So we’re going to try swimming for the first time Wednesday! Any tips on what to pack to make life easier?
it’s difficult enough trying to change this little monster as it is now that we’ve learnt how to roll, let alone flapping around like a little fish
I second this. Best nappies by far!
Luckily my older two get themselves sorted now, while I change my toddler. I take my swimsuit off before I start so I most,y air dry, which must be some sight for the kids. They’ll be scarred for lifeWow you’re a lovely mum! I make mine lie wrapped in a towel while I get myself dressed. Mum of the year over here
at least you’ve spared yours that horror This is exactly what I do! Take mine off, so I air dry, then dry and dress the toddler, hand over snacks and get myself dressedLuckily my older two get themselves sorted now, while I change my toddler. I take my swimsuit off before I start so I most,y air dry, which must be some sight for the kids. They’ll be scarred for life
It’s hard to predict as all babies seem to react differently to them. If you give calpol on schedule she might be just fine that evening but you may find she’s unsettled through the night. I’d just go with the flow and be prepared to cancel if she’s really upset late in the day.
Do what you think you’ll feel comfortable with. It’s a very personal decision, and there is no right or wrong.
anyone had this?I switched to MAM bottles and dummies and Kendamil milk and it was like I had a different baby
not sure if you have tried either??Also my health visitor said to me babys have very hungry days and days which they are as hungry. Like us I have days where I don’t fancy a lot but days I can eat a full share bag of crisps.I switched to MAM bottles and dummies and Kendamil milk and it was like I had a different baby
Usually you can still ring the midwife until you are 28 days post partum, even after you’ve been discharged. They may say to ring your GP, but no harm giving them a shout.Okay I hope this isn’t TMI but I had stitches and just noticed a bit of thread hanging down. Everything has been fine but noticed it was a little sore this evening so went to check. Stitches are almost 2 weeks old and we’ve been discharged by midwife so not sure who to call
No advice at all, but sending you some love. It’s horrible when you can’t figure out what’s wrong, and the worry of them not drinking is never good. Hopefully she picks up tomorrow. You could try a few dream feeds?
