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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 27, 2017 9:34:26 GMT -6
I haaaated cotton pads because the cotton would get stuck in my nipple.
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Post by amesie on Dec 27, 2017 9:35:53 GMT -6
For me mostly I’ve just been looking more at nursing long sleeved shirts since winter vs my summer babies. And maybe a little early to think much about but I like having easy snacks on hand because I seem to always want to eat while BFing! It’s a lot of work! yes to this! Although I did BF DD till 15 months, so i have SOME bf friendly winter stuff. But not much that’ll work immediately pp. A lot of it is more form fitting stuff from after I lost the baby pooch. I’m goung to want more loose fitting tops and elastic waisted pants.
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Post by amesie on Dec 27, 2017 9:37:35 GMT -6
I haaaated cotton pads because the cotton would get stuck in my nipple. omg I remember the pain of ripping it off the nipple so vividly 😩
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Post by aprilz81 on Dec 27, 2017 9:40:17 GMT -6
😮 holy crap at $20 a pair!! Are they going to turn my milk into gold or something?? Haha They are silicone and stick to your nipples to prevent leaks and you can wash them in the shower... Like I said they were highly recommended to me and if I don't like them I'll send the second pair back and get something else.
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Post by hiimjamie on Dec 27, 2017 9:46:51 GMT -6
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 27, 2017 20:53:53 GMT -6
For me mostly I’ve just been looking more at nursing long sleeved shirts since winter vs my summer babies. And maybe a little early to think much about but I like having easy snacks on hand because I seem to always want to eat while BFing! It’s a lot of work! yes to this! Although I did BF DD till 15 months, so i have SOME bf friendly winter stuff. But not much that’ll work immediately pp. A lot of it is more form fitting stuff from after I lost the baby pooch. I’m goung to want more loose fitting tops and elastic waisted pants. I wore a lot of non-nursing button down long sleeve shirts when nursing DS1. I liked buying shirts that I could wear again when not nursing although I'm still nursing DS at 20 months lol.
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 27, 2017 20:56:35 GMT -6
I think I want to try the Bamboobies new yoga nursing bra. I love the racerback since I have shitty sloped shoulders that don't hold straps well.
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Post by hiimjamie on Dec 27, 2017 21:20:39 GMT -6
yes to this! Although I did BF DD till 15 months, so i have SOME bf friendly winter stuff. But not much that’ll work immediately pp. A lot of it is more form fitting stuff from after I lost the baby pooch. I’m goung to want more loose fitting tops and elastic waisted pants. I wore a lot of non-nursing button down long sleeve shirts when nursing DS1. I liked buying shirts that I could wear again when not nursing although I'm still nursing DS at 20 months lol. Yes! Allll of the button downs!
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Post by pippiann on Dec 28, 2017 0:48:46 GMT -6
I wore a lot of non-nursing button down long sleeve shirts when nursing DS1. I liked buying shirts that I could wear again when not nursing although I'm still nursing DS at 20 months lol. Yes! Allll of the button downs! Flannels are my go to!
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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 28, 2017 7:00:21 GMT -6
Sooo Motherhood has this nursing shirt like an open cardigan except it's flannel and super soft. And it has buttons to make a built in cover if you're so inclined (I'm not). I looove it. I just ordered a second in a different color bc why not
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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 28, 2017 7:01:55 GMT -6
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 28, 2017 7:55:39 GMT -6
Sooo Motherhood has this nursing shirt like an open cardigan except it's flannel and super soft. And it has buttons to make a built in cover if you're so inclined (I'm not). I looove it. I just ordered a second in a different color bc why not Link please?
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 28, 2017 7:55:48 GMT -6
Oh ignore me lol.
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Post by rebeccabunch on Dec 28, 2017 7:55:51 GMT -6
My mat leave wardrobe is typically nursing tank and cardigan or robe and pj or yoga pants.
I liked the bravado (target) brand tanks but they don’t seem to carry them anymore.
Anyone have a rec I can get online? I’m clog prone and can’t have anything too structured but too loose is bad too. I’m like Goodielocks. Everything nursing related for me has to be just right and it’s so annoying!
Another MBF pillow fan but they are so hard to clean if you have s spitty baby. I’ve probably gone through 4. Might as well order another one but anyone have a new type of pillow rec? Things change so quickly.
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 28, 2017 7:56:41 GMT -6
That’s really cute. What size do you normally wear?
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Post by amesie on Dec 28, 2017 8:13:10 GMT -6
yes to this! Although I did BF DD till 15 months, so i have SOME bf friendly winter stuff. But not much that’ll work immediately pp. A lot of it is more form fitting stuff from after I lost the baby pooch. I’m goung to want more loose fitting tops and elastic waisted pants. I wore a lot of non-nursing button down long sleeve shirts when nursing DS1. I liked buying shirts that I could wear again when not nursing although I'm still nursing DS at 20 months lol. agreed. I don’t like a lot of the “nursing” tops. They tend to be frumpy on me. So I tend to buy normal shirts that have easy boob access
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Post by amesie on Dec 28, 2017 8:16:37 GMT -6
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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 28, 2017 11:14:10 GMT -6
That’s really cute. What size do you normally wear? Either a M or L, depending on the cut. I'm 5'6" with 36C pre my F18 baby soooo
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Post by aprilz81 on Dec 28, 2017 13:54:34 GMT -6
I found some tank tops on sale today at Meijer for $5 each that do NOT have a shelf bra so I bought 4. I'm going to do the hack where I cut the strap and make my own nursing tank that I can wear with cardigans or zip up hoodies around the house.
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Post by pippiann on Dec 28, 2017 18:41:46 GMT -6
Target has BOGO 50% off some nursing bras and tanks. I got a pumping tank and nursing bralette for $23.
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Post by stephne on Dec 29, 2017 15:12:20 GMT -6
My Boppy. I want to get a second cover this time so I can wash more often. Bamboobies microfiber nursing pads - once you stop spilling milk every which way. Lansinoh disposable pads. They hold a TON of milk and are my go to for overnight. A million nursing camis so you can toss them in the wash when you start to smell like sour milk. I liked the Medela lanolin over the Lansinoh. In the early days I also had the Bamboobies nipple balm. Your boobs will itch with the sudden swelling.. Use good thick lotion. This time around I need to get a hakka for letting my other boob milk into. I had OALD with DD so I always had burp cloths on hand to flow into until it didn't gag her even with lay back nursing. +1 to the Lansinoh disposable pads & Medela Lanolin
I also have very un-fond memories of leaning over my counter with 2 bowls of saline soak (just a table salt & warm water mixture) for my cracked & bleeding nipples. oh the joys! It really worked wonders though!
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Post by easternshoregirl on Dec 29, 2017 18:19:34 GMT -6
stephne, I feel like I'm forgetting a lot about the early days of nursing but then I'll have a brief memory of hand expressing some milk in the bathroom sink in the middle of the night to relieve the pressure...oh the joy!
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Post by dragonflyinn on Dec 29, 2017 18:53:39 GMT -6
stephne, I feel like I'm forgetting a lot about the early days of nursing but then I'll have a brief memory of hand expressing some milk in the bathroom sink in the middle of the night to relieve the pressure...oh the joy! I just remember the shower being so painful when the water would hit my boobs those first few days. So I’ve been treasuring every shower I’ve taken lately bc I know it will hurt soon lol.
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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 29, 2017 20:59:28 GMT -6
stephne, I feel like I'm forgetting a lot about the early days of nursing but then I'll have a brief memory of hand expressing some milk in the bathroom sink in the middle of the night to relieve the pressure...oh the joy! Yea, it pretty much sucked until my DD was about 3 months old.
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Post by sunfrogger on Dec 29, 2017 21:00:04 GMT -6
And then btw 6-8 mo she had all kinds of nursing strikes for no good reason. It was a good time.
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Post by helloerrbody on Dec 30, 2017 21:01:11 GMT -6
DS1 was nursing like crazy after his recent surgery and my nipples were sooooo sore. I am telling myself that this means he "re-broke them in" so that they won't be sore when DS2 is born in a few weeks. Wishful thinking I know.
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Post by aprilz81 on Jan 3, 2018 10:59:03 GMT -6
Thank you to whoever posted the link to the DIY nursing camisoles, I just made 4 in about 15 minutes and $20!
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Post by easternshoregirl on Jan 3, 2018 11:08:32 GMT -6
I think that was me, aprilz81! I seriously wear them every day, especially when I go back to work b/c they I can wear pretty much whatever shirt I want with one of those layered underneath! I have another rec too, it is a bra that is not pretty at all but was my favorite wireless nursing bra. www.amazon.com/Anita-Maternity-Softcup-Nursing-5051/dp/B0011MYPA2I did manage to pull out some newborn clothes and nursing tops/bras to wash this morning, so I re-discovered those. I have 2, I think they are different sizes for different phases of nursing, one for right away and one for later when things calm down a little. I have some others too, like the Bravado ones and one from Panache, but the Anita is the best for me.
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Post by sweetsurprise on Jan 3, 2018 15:15:44 GMT -6
I ordered these: They arrived and I LOVE them. I figure I can throw a robe or cardigan over it and wear it all day for the first few weeks.
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Post by benandjerrys on Jan 3, 2018 18:14:10 GMT -6
I ordered these: They arrived and I LOVE them. I figure I can throw a robe or cardigan over it and wear it all day for the first few weeks. I had something like that and it was the best. I want another but with long sleeves!
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