Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Monday, August 16, 2010
My Worries
So it's been 2 weeks tomorrow that I've been on Zoloft. I'm still not quite sure what to think about it. Some days I think it helps and other days, like yesterday, I think it does nothing at all and I question if I even took my pill the night before.
The first few days I debated to stop taking it because a couple nights in a row I would lay in bed and I would start to have an out of body experience or something. It literally felt like I was floating above my own self. Another night, John & I were cuddling in bed and he had his hand over mine and all of a sudden I felt like my hand was so tiny, like an ants, and he was just smothering me or something.
It was weird.
On top of dealing with my own PPD issues, Kendall has been having some horrible reflux. Her ped suggested we try some rice cereal in her milk but at 2 weeks old? C'mon. Then last week she said, it sounds like Kendall is lactose intolerant and to put her on Soy formula. John & I both expressed how we really want her to have my milk and formula wasn't something we wanted to do, and she simply responded by saying, it's the baby's choice, not ours! lol.
She gave us a sample of Similac Isomil Advanced Soy Formula. It took me a couple days but I finally gave in and gave it to her. Of course the reflux didn't stop and now dealing with his problem for 3 1/2 week both John & I had had enough. We just want our baby girl to feel better and not hurt and cry all the time.
After talking to all you Twitter moms and doing my own online research I become extremely angry with the pediatrician and have since switched to a new Dr. for Kendall.
I've put her back on breast milk but now for 2 days I've been dairy and caffeine free. My milk production has definitely taken a hit from me not pumping for those 2 days she was on formula but its slowly starting to climb back up. I went from 12+oz a side to about 2-3oz. So it's definitely depressing to say the least but I know my body can produce the much needed milk for Kendall.
So now what to do with the approx. 235oz of milk I have stocked up in the freezer?
Well I found a local place called Get PUMPed! I already put in my application so hopefully I get approved soon and I can help a much needed mom & baby out in the Orlando area!
The first few days I debated to stop taking it because a couple nights in a row I would lay in bed and I would start to have an out of body experience or something. It literally felt like I was floating above my own self. Another night, John & I were cuddling in bed and he had his hand over mine and all of a sudden I felt like my hand was so tiny, like an ants, and he was just smothering me or something.
It was weird.
On top of dealing with my own PPD issues, Kendall has been having some horrible reflux. Her ped suggested we try some rice cereal in her milk but at 2 weeks old? C'mon. Then last week she said, it sounds like Kendall is lactose intolerant and to put her on Soy formula. John & I both expressed how we really want her to have my milk and formula wasn't something we wanted to do, and she simply responded by saying, it's the baby's choice, not ours! lol.
She gave us a sample of Similac Isomil Advanced Soy Formula. It took me a couple days but I finally gave in and gave it to her. Of course the reflux didn't stop and now dealing with his problem for 3 1/2 week both John & I had had enough. We just want our baby girl to feel better and not hurt and cry all the time.
After talking to all you Twitter moms and doing my own online research I become extremely angry with the pediatrician and have since switched to a new Dr. for Kendall.
I've put her back on breast milk but now for 2 days I've been dairy and caffeine free. My milk production has definitely taken a hit from me not pumping for those 2 days she was on formula but its slowly starting to climb back up. I went from 12+oz a side to about 2-3oz. So it's definitely depressing to say the least but I know my body can produce the much needed milk for Kendall.
So now what to do with the approx. 235oz of milk I have stocked up in the freezer?
Sunday, August 15, 2010
"Showering Mommy & Baby" Giveaway Event! - Mama Mio Boob Tube - Review & Giveaway
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Winner: Random.org #66 - Tylerpants
--Winner has been emailed. She has 48hrs to respond before a new winner is chosen--
A Thank You to Mama Mio & to all of you wonderful readers who entered! :)
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It's a Bust & Neck firmer called Boob Tube by Mama Mio and within a week you will start to notice a difference in the skin on your neck and bust.
I don't know if I can say I have seen the full results of the Boob Tube yet but I can say that I love using it just for the smell alone. Such a clean & fresh smelling cream that doesn't leave you feeling oily is always a plus.
Even though I'm 25 I still have a couple lines in my neck and from now having two kids my boobs are not exactly where I'd like them to be, well I can say that the lines have lightened a bit since using the cream and the upper part of my chest does feel a bit tighter. Since I'm pumping I haven't used the cream too much because I'm not sure if it's safe for breastfeeding mamas but I still love the feeling when I do use it.
Do I think this is some miracle in a bottle that will act like a breast lift and make my boobs eventually be back where they were when I was 17? No, not so much, but I do think it will slow down time and keep my boobies feeling and looking younger.
Other fans of Boob Tube include Jessica Alba, Mariska Hargitay, and Angie Harmon!
The 100ml Boob Tube sells for $45.00 directly from their website.
You can win a 50ml Boob tube. A $25 value!
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Friday, August 13, 2010
"Showering Mommy & Baby" Giveaway Event! - Uncommonly Cute - Review & Giveaway #2
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Founded in 2004 Uncommonly Cute specializes in making sure our individual little people have little individual clothes that match their personality.
All of their pieces are made of 100% combed cotton and is super, super soft. They're all machine washable, safe, durable and made in sweatshop-free studios.
Like all the Uncommonly Cute shirts/onesies you will find the most unique options for your little one. the soft 100% cotton they use to make their clothing just gets softer the more you wash them & I have yet to experience any shrinking issues.
Browse and purchase directly from the Uncommonly Cute website.
One winner can choose any onesie or t-shirt of their choice!!
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Saturday, August 7, 2010
"Showering Mommy & Baby" Giveaway Event! - Cushie Pushie - Review & Giveaway
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- 100% Polyester fill
- Non-allergenic, and does not clump
- Machine washable
- The surface is a soft, cotton material
- Manufactured in the USA
At first I really was unsure about the pillow because I am large chested so I literally thought my breasts would just cover it and it would not do a thing about holding me up. I was completely wrong though, the pillow even worked for me so trust me when I say it doesn't matter how small or large chested you are, the Cushie Pushie will work for you.
For breastfeeding moms the unique triangular shape of the Cushie Pushie allows the breast to be pushed up while allowing your arm to provide additional support to help keep it in place throughout the feeding.
the original Cushie Pushie can be purchased for just $15.00
OR
You can purchase the Organic Cushie Pushie for $18.00
OR
You can purchase the Organic Cushie Pushie for $18.00
One reader can win a Cushie Pushie breastfeeding pillow of their own!
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NO BLOG?? 5 entries - Post a FACEBOOK status update about this giveaway. Status MUST include links back to Double Duty Mommy AND Cushie Pushie to count. Leave me the link in your comment (ur page cant be private though :/ To get the link: Click on the time of your post and then copy the address bar link provided. CAN ONLY DO ONE: Blog post OR Facebook post!!!!)
Are you eligible for extra entries? You know who you are. Write "Extra entry 1", "Extra entry 2", etc.
**No other monetary compensation was received for this review - I was sent the product(s) to review at no cost to me. The views and opinions are strictly my own. Your results and views may be different.
Giveaway is open to USA ONLY. Giveaway will close on August 22nd, 2010 at 9pm EST! Random.org will be used to choose the winner who will then have 48 hours to respond to my email before a new winner is chosen.**
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I hate "about me" sections. Who can honestly break down who they really are in 1 or two sentences.
I'm a junk food lover who is trying to say "no", I love to sing and dance. I am pretty shy and not really the talker of the group. I have two amazing daughters who I cannot get enough of... but I love "mommy time" alone. I'm now a stay-at-home-mom trying my best not to go crazy.
