5 MONTH PREGNANCY UPDATE + GRWM / symptoms, gender, names, new baby products, PPD, prep
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00:00 - Intro
01:20 - Gender reveal lol
02:15 - Gender Disappointment
04:00 - Exercising while pregnant
04:40 - Subchorionic hematoma / hemorrhage (SCH)
07:45 - Names
08:55 - Symptoms with second pregnancy vs. first pregnancy
09:30 - Stretching & labor injuries / hip issues
10:40 - Early pregnancy symptoms during two-week wait
11:52 - When/how I told my husband
12:53 - Hospital bag
14:45 - postpartum depression / PPD
18:47 - fave thing about being pregnant
19:20 - has tyler felt the baby kick?
19:50 - confidence level with same gender baby
21:10 - new baby products I’m excited to try
24:35 - what am I going to prepare for more this time around?
25:20 - guests and visitors postpartum / with newborn
27:19 - breastfeeding vs formula feeding
29:15 - bumpdate / 23 weeks pregnant bump
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I love to text-ditch my friends who have just had babies. By this I mean leave dinner, grocery, baby, and self care items on their doorstep and text them that it is there. That way they don’t feel like they have to impress or get dressed. ❤️
That is honestly so thoughtful!
That's a great idea! I'm going to adopt that.
So freaking amazing. When I had a baby, no one did this for me because Covid. I felt like no one knew my baby or even asked. I do stuff like this because it wasn’t done to me.
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That’s so sweet of you ❤️❤️❤️
I remember seeing the sadness in your eyes when GiGi was first born. You just seemed not sad about her of course, but just seemed different in some of the videos. I’m glad you are thinking more about that this time and know that it’s nothing to be ashamed of! You’ve been one of my favorite TH-camrs for many many years and I’m so happy to see you pregnant again and in a loving marriage with Tyler 💕 Thank you for always being so real with us and making us feel like we are part of your family!
Yes her being herself on TH-cam helped me postpartum. It made me feel like I wasn’t alone.
I am so happy you advocate for mental health treatment and PPD intervention. I'm a licensed therapist and I hear your story over and over, especially from first time mamas. Most wait much longer than necessary because they feel so alone or that they will be judged. I love that you are using your platform to normalize PPD and the resources there are to treat that. I know you are making a difference for someone! Blessings to you and your new little one!
When I was pregnant with my twins we decided to find out the gender. We were told we were having a boy and a girl. Regardless of knowing the gender or not you tend to build a picture in your head of what this little person will be like. On the morning they were born we had two girls. Complete surprise but were delighted to have two healthy babies. It did feel like a loss though. I had this little boy pictured in my head and he was never going to be known to us. My girls are 18 now. It absolutely flies so enjoy every moment.
Jess, could you possibly talk about what the depression felt like? I kind of feel like people genuinely don’t know like what signs or red flags to look for. And of course it’s different for everyone but still what does depressive thoughts actually mean what does it look like, that sort of thing. Anyways, that’s all .. love you 💕
My humble opinion, take the meds. There isn’t a downside to taking them, and you don’t want to risk wasting a single second with your new little one. You are such a good mommy, thank you for sharing. 💜
It’s so crazy to hear you say your 23 weeks as I had my baby girl at 23 weeks a few months ago . & she’s thriving in the nicu . I’m so happy for you 🖤
I had a similar experience trying to breast feed my first baby. It just didn’t work out and I felt so guilty. With my second and now third who is 6 months already I went straight to formula feeding! And I got rid of the guilt and shame. All three kids age 5,3 and 6 months are thriving! So yes don’t stress and do what is best for you! Fed is best!
I had postpartum OCD and anxiety that seriously affected/dulled the joy of the first year and a half of my daughter’s life. I have sooo much grace and love for myself postpartum and wish more than anything I’d spoken up sooner. When I went to my postpartum appointment, the dr I was seeing at the time said my screening answers were “borderline” but didn’t offer any options and I felt like I couldn’t even put how I was feeling/thinking into words. And OCD is so sinister and consuming that I was convinced child services would take my daughter away if I said anything. Finally one day at 2 years PP, I completely broke down in heaving sobs at my (new) doctor’s office and she held my hand and treated me with such kindness and empathy. I did several weeks of ERP therapy and got on meds. My daughter is 3 now and I am finally loving motherhood! If you’re having scary intrusive thoughts, you are NOT alone. You deserve freedom from shame and fear. Ask for help 💜
I had severe OCD with my first and it was very scary too. Got on great meds and did some therapy for the stress and felt much better.
"We're in this journey together." 🧡🧡🧡
Everytime my partner and I are watching a movie or something where a woman is debating how to tell her partner she's pregnant, we never quite understand it. I tell him everything. The idea of taking a pregnancy test and not telling him would never even cross my mind lol
I’ll have to dig out where I got the engraved wooden Disney castle breakfast tray I sent Gigi so that I can send one for her little sister when she arrives. Congratulations you you all, love from North Wales 🏴 U.K. xx
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Literally NOTHING is more important than your mental health. One of the many reasons I watch you is because of how “real” you are. I appreciate and applaud you for using your platform to emphasize how crucial it is to take care of yourself, in every way possible.
I love this. When I had my baby I put his diet first because in my culture breast is best. Reading the ingredients in formula really bothered me. I was so mentally fu**ed over breast feeding (I had bad thrush) ouch ouch ouch. And I would push through. My sister was my sons Wet nurse and fed him and once she decided to end her breast feeding journey we went to formula and I’m not scared of formula anymore you can really find a great one. (F*** palm oil)
I can totally relate! Genevieve and my oldest daughter are only around a week apart and now you and I are both pregnant with apparently the same due date. This will now be my third girl and I had that momentary “oh” moment when I found out it was a girl, but I am so excited to see my three girls together the way the older two are. Congratulations!!
I’ve watched you for years now. You’re definitely my fav of all the TH-camrs I watch. You are the same Jess you were when I first started watching you. I love that the only thing that has changed is that you have really grown into who you are. You are so relatable. Over the years that has become hard to find on TH-cam. I’m so happy for you and your family. Thank you for allowing us all to be a part of it!!❤️💕❤️
Thank you for taking the time to touch on your experience with PPD & your thought process with the 2nd baby. I watch your videos all the time, knew you experienced it, but I didn’t really grasp that it went on for 2 years. 😕 Glad that you made it through the whirlwind, Jess 💗 I also waited two years until my OB/GYN diagnosed me with PPD/PPA. The pandemic didn’t help, ya know? Haha. My husband took our son for brunch while my guy doc sat with a tissue box, while I sat in denial, & he said, “I feel like I’ve gotten to know you pretty well, Grace…you’ve been putting on a brave face for your boys [my husband & son]. I want you to know that we are all in your corner.” I bawled my eyes out and he sat with me until I was ready to put my face back on💄 & my boys came back to pick me up from the office. I never felt so relieved. It’s weird to say now but it took my doctor who I love, but hadn’t seen in two years, to tell me what my husband had been gently telling me for two years.
Like Jessica talked about: I urge any mom (and/or dad - men can have a form of postpartum depression too) to speak to their doctor. It is such a common experience and truly can be alleviated with proper care.
I’m so happy to read more stories like ours. We made it. 💗
I teared up reading your story. What a wonderful doctor you have. Thank you for sharing your story!!
@@itsjessicabraun 😳 Thanks for taking the time to read it! I’m fangirling. *races into home office to tell my husband lol*
On a more serious note, thank you for being my cup of coffee on good days & weird days. Wishing all the best for you, Tyler & your baby girls! 🎄💕
Mental health is becoming more of a topic in pregnancy and I am so glad. I have been on anxiety/ depression medication since I was 11. I got pregnant at 24 and had my baby a few months ago at 25. I was scared so scared that I was going to have to stop my medicine, I knew I would be a wreck. My dr prioritized my mental health though and said the risk of getting off my medication was larger than staying on it during pregnancy. I’m so glad she didn’t try to push to get off of it or to try something else. (What I am and was on is not usually used during pregnancy) my baby girl came out perfectly fine and I am so grateful for that. But I absolutely still had PPA/PPD EVEN though I was on my medication, but once it was upped I was all good. So if anyone is reading this and is hesitant about medication after birth, if you are struggling reach out to your dr, don’t wait. There is no need to suffer for longer than you have to. It doesn’t make you “stronger” or “braver” to not ask for help!
Your second daughter will be wildly different from your first! It’s mind blowing.
Post partum and even for preparing for labor, pelvic floor PTs are great experts at the body’s changes during pregnancy and can be helpful. Thanks for mentioning it! From an OB PT ❤️
Also OTs! I’m an OT that does pelvic floor :)
@@kaitlynpelli9628 yes ma’am!!!! Love a collaborative therapy approach 🤗
I had OB PT after my 3B lac and am so glad I did! Just having extra assessments was reassuring. As a postpartum nurse, I tell my patients if the Doc or CNM mentions it, take the referral and do it!
Yes!! I am 4 years postpartum and on my 3rd round of pt- now pelvic floor 🤦🏽♀️ 3rd times a charm! 😋💕
YES YES YES!!! Pevlic floor PT is what I preach to all pregnant women, for during pregnancy and post partum. It was the best thing I did for myself. So so important for strengthening your body while it shifts during pregnancy and healing yourself properly after. It should be standard of care for all pregnant women.
You couldn't have said it better, about what YOU need after having a baby. I was born in 68 and I knew "NOTHING" about postpartum we didn't talk about that and now I know I wasn't crazy. Thank you for being open to sharing that part of your journey.
My OB/GYN recognized my depression at my one year post appointment. I hate that I wasted so much time suffering! Thank you for speaking out about depression!❤️❤️
Girl, i had the same feelings about breastfeeding. I was unsuccessful with both my children but with the first it was really an issue with a lot of self imposed guilt and huge feelings of inadequacies. Consequently, i believe my daughter suffered because i should have gone to formula weeks earlier. With my second one i tried very hard again, but when it was obvious i wasn't going to make it happen i was totally at peace with it. I gave it my best shot. No guilt. No shame. I put my second on formula and moved on with our journey. Now, about your makeup today. That lip color is so beautiful. I hear good things about the Buxom lip products. I'd like to see more of them. 🙂
The amount of joy I am getting for each of ya'lls uploads is soooooo much, i can't even express!!
I agree with you as far as limiting hanging out time. The excitement of a new baby is awesome, however, with everything that’s going on in the world, I couldn’t imagine having a bunch of people in my space. I literally stayed in for a month after giving birth with no outside contacts. Babies are so susceptible during their first few weeks of life. Call me old fashioned, but that’s how I chose to protect my baby especially within the first few weeks after giving birth.
Just love how you keep it real. Very refreshing!! So happy for your family.
Every time you talk about waiting I tear up. I love that you are able to talk about it and I know you’re helping someone who is or may go through PPD.
I love the way you are, you will not be duplicitous, you make yourself be true to who you are, what you experience, how you feel. It's hard to figure out all this having babies stuff, you have done so well. I'm older and some memories are still painful, but I am so proud I got through it, it turned out to be one of the best things I've ever done. So glad you have parents/inlaws you feel comfy with. I'm so excited, all these new things yippee (modern!). Your discussion on depression will help SO MANY! Thanks Jessica, wonderful video!
Oh Jessica! I'm so happy to see your growth in being a mommy and YT. Sending so much love. We have been TTC for about 9yrs now and 2 loses. I live through you. I see you as an older sister, I'm a 1990 baby so yeah lol. Been watching you since you were on your bedroom floor and living with your larents. You inspire me so much. 💕
1. Thank you for the update! I’m loving watching your family grow! 2. Thank you for being easy on yourself. You deserve grace. You are a wonderful parent and only you and your husband know what’s best for your children. 3. I just love you and your videos 💕
I’m so proud of you. I had ppd & it was so taboo 25 years ago. Using your platform to talk about it is so awesome. I think you’re so smart to think about starting the medication right away. You’re so real and I totally love your channel. Your family is beautiful. God bless all of you. Thank you & Tyler for all you do. ❤️🙏❤️🙏❤️
Second pregnancies are so special and parenting the first few months are so much better because you have an idea of what the baby needs. Although, every child is different the basic needs are the same. I wasn’t so scared after the first one.
Thank you Jess for your honesty and being genuine about PPD 💖
I love you for talking so candidly about postpartum depression and how normal and good it is to ask for help, and how much of a struggle it can be to just recognize you need the help. Your voice is really gonna make a difference for someone.
Hello girl! Congrats on the 2nd girl! God bless you and your family throughout this Christmas season and pregnancy!
Yes! Please do these atleast once a month. They’re so helpful for me as it’s my first time being pregnant. I learn so much!!
Definitely planning to!! :)
I'm so happy for you, Tyler, Genevieve and Pinocchio. :) It's nice to see your family grow throughout the years and to feel a part of everything, though vicariously. Many continued blessings to y'all.
Yes!! Been waiting for this one! Love how open and honest you are Jess! Love you guys and so enjoying vlogmas, BTW! ❤️
I love how honest you are about PPD. My daughter is 9 years old and I STILL could cry and get emotional over how it stole our bond away from me. Our breast feeding journey was VERY similar to yours. I remember when you were going through it and talking about it then and I just felt every word you were saying. You've got this!! ❤
so glad to hear your focusing more on your mental health & well being, just being more aware.
You talking about post-partum depression and being on medication in multiple videos has helped me move towards getting on medication for my depression, so thank you for always talking about mental health
Jessica, you are not alone. I suffered too. I can’t remember the first 6 months of my son’s life due to post partum depression. You are amazing for speaking out. I am just now getting help and it’s 6 years and counting.
I did SO much yoga while I was pregnant (well, once or twice a week which is certainly enough) and I think it hands down was the thing that helped me the most throughout my pregnancy and my labor. You’re so right that getting your body ready will help a lot.
I truly love your honesty! I had my 2 boys and breastfed both and did it because I am cheap and thought oh hey its free - but looking back now and seeing all my friends who physically couldn't I realize now how lucky I was to not only be able to do it but (and trust me it was waaaayyy to long) fed them both until 2. I loved the bonding but I COMPLETELY AGREE that FED is always best! As long as you love your baby who cares how they are getting their food. And formula was made for those who couldn't and frankly just didn't want to.
there is such a pressure to breastfed and while it worked for me and my family it's NOT for everyone! Congratulations on your new bundle of joy! can't wait to see gigi with her new little sister.
Also I second not having many people over - with our first we had WAAAYY to many people around and I HATED it. With our 2nd no one was allowed in the room but my husband and we didn't even let any one over until a week later. it was THE BEST!
I experienced exactly the same thing when I found out we were having a girl. I would call the feeling “surprise.” I think it wasn’t that I *wanted* a boy over a girl. But somehow it had become my expectation.
My nephew, whom I had cared for (50 hours a week) and lived with for 3 years, probably built up some of that expectation. Also, my husband had only ever mentioned one name that he liked in our entire 18 years together. (“Alexander” was a lyric in a song we were listening to, and he had simply mentioned “that would make for a pretty good name.”) 6 or more years later… our *daughter* _Alexandra_ celebrates her 1st birthday this week.
(It was “Home” by Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros)
I love that song (and I can hear that lyric so vividly in my head to this day). ❤️ wishing you and your family all the best!
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You are looking radiant! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on pregnancy depression. I didn’t have it but know someone who did and it caused her to treat people horribly. She eventually got the help she needed but never really apologized for the things she had said and done. Sadly, it ruined many relationships with family and friends.
Congratulations💕🥰. I love all your content and your family is beautiful. I have 3 kids and have been widowed(I was married for 12 years) for a year now and family is absolutely everything. Everyday is truly a blessing. You are the best Mama and your vlogs have gotten me through a lot of hard times especially 2020. Thank you for everything you do and how hard you and Tyler both work. Merry Christmas and congratulations again!
I’m also due with my second.. also suffered from PPD with my first and agree 100% with everything you’re saying. I’m also preparing for taking more walks, getting out of house and doing things to help my mental health in the beginning. I nursed successfully but I said it then and I’ll say it this time, if it’s too rough - formula. Momma needs to be happy to baby can be happy and you deserve that. Thanks for being so honest!
I absolutely love all your videos, Tyler's too. Freaking loving vlogmas, I've been watching for the past 2 or 3 years. You guys are seriously marriage goals. Love you guys, can't wait for you to have baby girl #2!!
It's my birthday and I'm getting ready to go with you today! Perfection!! ❤🥰🥳 Love to you and family! Vlogmas has been such a blast!!
I love these pregnancies update videos! We just had our first baby 3 months ago and I completely agree with what you said about visitors! For the first few weeks, it was really just our immediate families that visited because you don’t have to entertain them! You’re so exhausted that you feel like you’re going crazy, the last thing you should have to worry about is cleaning the house or entertaining guests. Plus, that time is also so precious with your baby and they’re only tiny little babies for such a short amount of time, I just wanted him to myself and my husband!
I feel like you are being so much nicer to your self this time and I am glad about that.
Congratulations!!👶❤🎉
Happy to hear you're feeling so good this time around ☺
That name matching app sounds like the literal cutest thing ever.
Your headband is so pretty btw!
Jess, I have to say thank you for being so open about your PPD. I don’t have any plans for more kids but I definitely wish I knew I wasn’t alone. I had the worst ppd with my now 6yo daughter that I have absolutely no memory of her first year+ of life. It’s heart breaking ti not have been able to bond with her because I was so deep in my depression .
It’s not a Jessica Braun video without at least one (or three! ☺️) “The reality of it is…” statements! 💕💕
Loving your sweet bump! I’ve never given birth to a baby but I have spent a LOT of time in the hospital as a patient and YES to bringing your own pillow! Use a patterned or non-white case so that if they change your linens while you’re in the bathroom or away from the room they don’t take yours. Also recommend bringing some kind of USB battery so that you can charge a device even when you’re not close to an outlet.
Appreciate your honesty. Recommending your videos to my niece who is pregnant with her first baby. ❤️
I just think you are so great Jess! Thanks for your content and sharing your family! 💜🖤💜
I brought my own pillow and blanket and my husband brought the comforter from our bed. It was huge but it was the only way he was able to stay somewhat comfy at the hospital on the couch. All of the nurses commented how that was such a great idea and how cozy he looked. We don’t regret doing that one bit!
I am the mother of 3 young adult children. I think it is great that you so openly discuss and normalize postpartum depression. It will help alot of people. I also like that you talk about formula feeding as something that is great. I felt soooo much pressure to breast feed and tried but it just never worked well for me physically or mentally.
You have a really beautiful pregnancy glow and with the little bit of makeup, so pretty
I get the same way about workouts. One thing I read that helped tremendously is thinking about workout habits as building a brick house. Just because you don't add a brick today doesn't mean you are tearing down the bricks you built last week, or last month. Just pick up where you are and keep adding "bricks" as you can and that is still positive progress :)
Jessica, I have two daughters 16 & 17, and will not have anymore, but still watched this! ;) Your such a good Mom and person! Keep up the good work, and have a blast with those two daughters. They will fight, but will grow to be each other's best friends! Congrats to you and Tyler!
I’m 22 weeks with my first! I’m also having a girl! So excited for you. Love watching your videos they have helped me so much!
As someone who has a big sister, I love the bond so much. Gigi and this baby will have such a beautiful bond I can't wait for you to be able to watch this between them! Especially since they will be fairly close in age with only a 3 or 4 year gap. Something about two sisters is so special. Sending so much love ❤
Thank you for talking about PPD. My boys are all adults or teens now but I had severe depression after my third sons birth that caused me precious time and enjoyment with him. I was made to feel crazy, a bad mom and lazy. It was a huge part of my life! I wish so badly that I had told my doctor how I felt. So I appreciate you trying to help others… I wish I had you 20 years ago💚
I had undiagnosed ppd with my first and got on meds right away with my second pregnancy and GIRL, it was life changing. A night and day difference in the post partum experiences.
Visitors saved me second time round! I have a 2 and a half year old and 8 week old, it was great to have visitors around to play with my toddler and keep her engaged and helped with my Mum guilt around dividing my attention. I also have two girls and have been watching you since you baby shower videos
My husband and I used the name swiping match up app, too! It was so helpful for creating a short list that we both loved. We didn't pick a name until after he was born and in the hospital, because we needed to meet him first. But having that matching short list made it MUCH easier.
If you take your own pillow, put a nOn-white pillowcase so you don’t accidentally leave it. Ask me how I know. Thanks for another great video. Tami
Your level of honesty 🥰🤗 so beautiful. Thank You for sharing, your life with us.
I am so excited for you! I am 27 weeks now with baby #2 myself and I love feeling like I have a friend through this :) My first is just over 3 so a little younger than Gigi
Omg Congratulations. I'm currently 17 weeks. I love to see your journeys
Soooo cuteeee 😍 I started following when you were pregnant with Gigi, sending love to your family ❤️❤️❤️❤️
The most cutest pregnant person love your videos !! 💗❤️☺️
My hospital bag was packed based on your hospital bag video from Gigi! Taking makeup and my own pillow and some skin care really made all the difference for me!
Not packing my own pillow was the biggest regret. All the hospital pillows were FLAT!!!! I hated it. Stole my husbands pillow constantly lol
I packed makeup but when I got to the point of being able to shower and take our hospital photos, I actually LOVE how natural I am without any makeup. Thank goodness for that “glow” lol it’s totally real 🤣🤣🤣
I feel like I struggled (and still struggle) with PPD. I don't know at what point it stops being PPD and just becomes depression. I've decided to finally talk with my provider about it because of your videos.
I feel like I haven't been enjoying my 1yr old as much as I should, and I've just let myself suffer. Thank you for speaking so openly about your struggle ❤️ it's really helped me self-reflect.
I’m so excited for you and Tyler. Gigi will be a great big sister.
So happy for you guys, gorgeous family!!
Omg a minute ago!!
My morning sickness just settled down a bit 🙏
happy pregnancy for you and me! 😁
I had ppd with all three pregnancies and highly encourage you too seek help early. It makes a world of difference!
I also have two girls too and I felt that tiny wave too during the ultrasound. I love my girls and they’re so close. I’m a twin to another girl and I’m glad they have that too (even though they are 7 years apart). Congratulations! 🥳
I was literally just talking about that type of all or nothing thinking when it comes to exercise today in therapy. That’s perfectionism!
The Dr. Bjorkman clogs are fantastic, especially if you are a first time mama and don’t know what to expect, especially in the hospital. It helped me prepare for when my baby boy arrived.
I am so happy things have been going better for you in this pregnancy
I so appreciate you talking about PPD and telling your doctor! That’s so scary sometimes and I’m so glad whenever I hear people talking about their experiences.
I've gotta say that was so cool the way it just came out. It shows yall really don't put a show on for the camera because it wasn't even a thing yall was just going on your merry old day and that pops out of NO WHERE. LOL!!! I LOVED IT...
So glad you are having an eventful pregnantcy this time. I am a grandma from Canada and our grandson turned 16 this year. I really miss the little people stages. Love babies to cuddle. Stay well hugs Ann
Yay! We are 5 months preggy together!
I don't "know" a more deserving couple! Wishing you all the very best, and I very much look forward to following your journey! Big love always, from Australia xx
I’m proud of you being your own advocate… I’m sorry you didn’t get the same level of care the first time. Thank God GIGI was okay. I’m genuinely excited for this next baby lol I had to listen to that vlog twice lol
Good luck and blessings on your pregnancy!
I don’t recommend the snoo. It’s not safe sleep when the straps are in use. Infants have gotten out of the swaddle when wrapped in. But, if it’s what you think you need. Go for it. At the end of the day everyone does what’s best for themselves and their family. Good luck! Hopefully she’s a better sleeper.
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I applaud you for being so honest on such a hard topic. It's not easy being a momma. I have two girls and I love watching them together. Your going to love it!! #girlmom
Girl, take the meds if you need them! Your PPA/D video literally saved my life. Gigi is about a year older than my daughter, and your videos were awesome to follow along with. After I had her, I STRUGGLED, but I tried so hard not to let on. Around Thanksgiving I finally broke and had a full on breakdown. Your videos about your struggle brought me so much solace and comradery in that season. I barely remember anything from when she was born until that point, and I wish I had been more honest and acted sooner. Those moments are precious and babies don't keep. Praying such blessings on your sweet baby and a hedge of protection around your mind and soul ❤
Hey Jess,
I ama mama of 2 beautiful girls, Lucy is 5 and Betty is 8 months now. I had similar issues my first pregnancy with postpartum depression/anxiety and also, with milk supply stress and feeling like I was failing in that regard. Second baby was so much better for me. I went into it knowing that if breastfeeding didn't go well that she would get formula and it would be absolutely fine. Once again, I didn't make enough milk (though i did make more than I did with my first baby). My baby gets a combo of breastmilk and formula still. I pump a few times a day and she gets that milk and whatever else she needs is formula. She's the happiest sweetest baby and is doing great. That to say, do what works best for you and your mental health. I feel like a big reason I am doing better mentally this time is because I accepted that exclusive breastfeeding may not work for me and that's ok! I did just wait and see this time around with medication for my postpartum anxiety. And although things have been much better, I did just recently get a prescription again for Zoloft. I could see some early signs of anxiety and just wanted to get a handle before it came on too strong. Listen to your mom intuition and let that be the only voice that guides you. You are a wonderful mom.
PS. I feel like our stories really parallel each other in regards to our motherhood journey.
Your so sweet and genuine love ❤ you.. congratulations on the new addition...and happy holidays
I discovered you thanks to your “baby names we love but aren’t using” video when you were pregnant with Gigi so it’s so fun to be here now! Are you going to do another version of that video?
I have not and cannot have kids. But my sister has three, and I call them our kids. Anyway, she breastfed my niece for a month before she switched to formula, because she couldn’t get the baby to latch, and she didn’t have enough supply to pump. Second baby she breastfed for at least six months and third baby a year. It all depends on baby and supply. Never feel guilty about having to use formula. My sister and I were formula fed and we were healthy babies who turned into very intelligent, highly educated women.
So excited for you! I’m 30 weeks and to the point where my coat doesn’t zip. We live in the Midwest so it’ll be interesting from here!
I am glad you are doing everything you can to have the best pregnancy an postpartum. The advice on stretching = very important. I ended up having to get into some crazy positions trying to get my daughter who ended up weighing 10lbs out!! Yikes 😳 I remember feeling like a failure when I switched to formula at about 2mo, but it was just stressful for mom and baby. Get whatever you all need to be comfortable. Even today, 26 years later, I am still annoyed that I did not buy a decent and comfy nursery chair.
If this is any comfort to you, my breastfeeding experience with my first was ROUGH. So rough & i had to quit at 4 months. My second is 8 months old now & everything has been different & so much better. We’re still going strong at 8 months and I’m so grateful! No matter what happens, your baby girl will be loved & will grow & develop beautifully 🥰
I have two girls also and I love it! I actually ended up with three girls for about a year when I had custody of my niece, 3u3 😅 I was pregnant with my second daughter 10mo pp and suffering majorly with PPD/PPA. It took until my first appointment with my second daughter before I finally said something and medication changed my whole life. I took Zoloft thru my whole second pregnancy with no complications and I’m still on it!
Thanks for talking about PPD. I’ve struggled with depression in the past so I’m going to talk to my doctor about having a prescription ready in case I need it.