Nursing/Postpartum Tuesday: Quick Clean Breast Pump Wipes
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I really like the idea of these breast pump wipes for when you’re pumping at work or on the go. Before I went back to work, I combo fed for a few weeks and felt like my pump was as much an extension of me as my baby. That also meant I was constantly washing pump parts. These wipes can be used to clean pump parts at work in between more detailed cleanings at home, or possibly even as the cleaning. (Full disclosure, I’ve never used these myself, and washing pump parts is at this point a blur, so feel free to chime in with your packing/washing routine if you pump at work!) Also, if your pumping days are over, these can be used to clean other baby-related surfaces and toys. The wipes are $22.65 for a pack of 24 wipes, or $44.99 for a three-pack of 72 wipes at Amazon. Quick Clean Breast Pump Wipes
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And — here are some of our latest threadjacks of interest – working mom questions asked by the commenters!
- The concept of “backup care” is so stupid…
- I need tips on managing employees in BigLaw who have to leave for daycare pickup…
- I’m thinking of leaning out to spend more time with my family – how can I find the perfect job for that?
- I’m now a SAHM and my husband needs to step up…
- How can I change my thinking to better recognize some of my husband’s contributions as important, like organizing the shed?
- What are your tips to having a good weekend with kids, especially with little kids? Do you have a set routine or plan?
From a recent discussion, it seems many of you have co-slept with babies. My one month old is co-sleeping with us, after many failed attempts to get her in crib/bassinet. I have some questions for those who have done this for the long term. First, how do you handle naps? At this point, my baby naps only while being held/in the carrier/car seat, which is not ideal. Second, how does gardening with your partner work?
These wipes, along with the steam-in-microwave sterilizing bags, are among my most highly-recommended items for a newborn. Even if you end up not bf-ing, they’re great if a bottle or pacifier gets dropped, or you want to wipe out a bottle that was used out in public so it doesn’t get stinky before you get home, wipe down teethers, etc.
PAGING FTMINFL
Had another thought about your LO’s colonoscopy prep. Do you have a tablet? If not, a Kindle Fire is fairly cheap and would be worth the investment. If there is a period of time where LO literally cannot leave the bathroom, it might be nice to have movies and games right in there.
FWIW, as someone with IBD, the prep didn’t cause any cramping or anything. It isn’t painful like it is when you are having IBD issues, it’s just a sudden urge to go. The worst part is the burning from the exit point, but everyone provided some thoughts on that yesterday.
Someone else covered this, but the first time I saw my son sedated it was surprisingly upsetting for me, so steel yourself for that.
Hi wise hive! I am serving as a room parent for my kid’s kindergarten classroom and one of the tasks is organizing playdates for kids and parents to get to know one another. I am thinking of keeping it low-key and easy, like meet at the park near school on the last Friday of the month (or perhaps a weekend day might be easier?). I would like to incorporate a way to organize the parents and need ideas for activities/fun ways to solicit feedback. I was thinking of bringing post-its and having parents write down one question they would like to ask the teacher or one thing they would like to change. It’s a new school, so the administration is really encouraging parents to organize and provide feedback.
I feel like I am getting into a parenting rut I don’t like and I’d appreciate any tips or advice. I have 2 sons, both young elementary school age. I feel like I am having a harder time connecting with them lately, especially with the winter weather when we are cooped up inside more. One likes sports, which I can relate to and that gives us a shared interest, but other than that, a lot of their interests (ahem, Pokemon) are just ridiculous to me and I feel like I can’t figure out how to connect with them. I am starting to feel like I am just a caretaker, always hustling to get something cooked or cleaned during the weekday mornings/nights and weekends. (To cut this point off: my husband also shares in the caretaking type work, but the fun playing seems to come easier to him–and because of work schedules, he has more time with them on weekdays.) If we aren’t at a museum or something where there is a diversion right in front of us, it’s like I hardly even know what to talk to the boys about. Growing up, my mom was reliable but never “fun”–it is just who she is, for both cultural and personality reasons. It’s like she defaults to doing laundry and scrubbing pots instead of playing. I don’t want my kids to remember me like that. I realize this is a rambling question, but I’d appreciate any guidance you ladies have!
What are some ways to convey “this is a special dance event where you should dress up and bring a grown up “date” who should also be somewhat dressed up, to have a special evening where you dance together” and not “whatever adult is free grabs the kid and brings them”? I was thinking of perhaps keeping the name, but sending out actual invitations, or promoting it more heavily as a semi formal event. Ideally, I’d like to also plant the idea that MOMS MAKE YOUR HUSBANDS TAKE THE KIDS since when it was the Dad Dance, dads that normally opt out of this sort of thing got dressed up and took the kids and it was super cute and special–but without excluding kids who may not have a readily available dad or dad like figure. It’s also way harder to ask women to dress up “fancy”– DH just threw on a suit and was good to go, whereas if I’d gone, I’d have put on a dress, heels, makeup, etc. which is part of why the moms in the group weren’t dressed up.
Costume ball? Royal Ball (prince and princess theme)? Paper invitation stating “party attire” or “semi formal”? Others?
Favorite sneakers for running around after the kids (sometimes literally running — my 3 year old is getting fast)? Not Allbirds (not comfortable for me), not those 80s white puffy things that the 20 years olds are wearing.
My kids have playdates during the week, but they are not in aftercare. We do them on half days or on weeknights that don’t have any activities.
However, setting aside the ~30% or so of kids in aftercare on any given day, there are tons of after school activities that occur on different weeknights. Plus, while only 30% of kids are in aftercare, more like 60% of kids have two working parents–so unless you want a babysitter/nanny/grandparent to come, weekends are so much better.
I could handle the Mom Penalty and getting unofficially off partner track for going part time. I can maybe justify that it’s a blip due to the small sample set that the partnership in our group is getting less diverse (now at a startling 100% white and almost 90% male) even though the associates are about half women and a third POC.
What does piss me off though is my annual review is being delivered by junior partners (both male) who graduated law school around the same time I did and have about as much seniority as I do in the group. Also, I’ve been here longer.
What are y’all doing for your significant others for Valentines day? I feel like we just passed Christmas! I’d like to acknowledge the day, but nothing major…
I need a gift idea for a 5 year old girl, ideally that can be ordered on amazon. I am thinking art supplies but the reviews are so all over the place. Anyone get anything good lately?
My 5 year old gets into crying fits sometimes when generally something doesn’t work out the way he thinks it’s going to, and he has a really hard time stopping. (ie last night we had swim class, which he normally does fine in, but for some reason he thought it was colder than normal, started crying, and basically couldn’t stop the rest of the class. Another example would be if he has a plan in mind to build an elaborate LEGO something and it doesn’t end up exactly how he wants it. Etc.)
He’ll even be in the midst of crying gulping out “I. can’t. stop. Crying.” We have tried: having him count to 3, drinking water (which used to help but doesn’t seem to now), asking “is this a big rock or a Little Rock?”…lately not only does nothing seem to work, but it’s like even making suggestions makes it worse (gulping out “that. Won’t. Help!” While still crying). Any creative things others have done to help calm their kids down? It is starting to impact his life I think, like the swim instructor was none too excited and I have a feeling if it keeps happening we may be kicked out (which frankly I would understand, a roaming teacher had to spend the entire class alone with him trying to get him to calm down and we’re not paying for private lessons). I don’t know. Help.
Thanks.
Does anyone have dollhouse furniture they like? Plastic is fine as it doesn’t fall apart immediately. I’m thinking about getting some for my almost 4yo for her birthday. I don’t think I want to get an actual dollhouse since we are short on room…when I was a kid I would just set up the furniture on tables/windowsills/cardboard boxes (that was part of the fun!). I think she’d be into mini beds, fridge, etc.
Yesterday’s thread on the main site bemoaning associates who claim to be “too busy” to take on additional work despite not meeting billable hours expectations kind of highlights one of the biggest struggles I’ve had as a working mom. Non-work commitments for my kiddos/family (parent-teacher conferences, tball games, sick days and dr appointments, you guys know #allthethings) have always made it really hard to hit my billables. I’m partner-track so I try to always say yes and accept all assignments b/c I know I’m not “too busy” from the firm’s perspective. However, when the rubber meets the road, sometimes I really can’t do it all, and I find myself struggling to meet deadlines and wishing I’d not taken on the assignment.
Obviously, this is a bad look, but it seems equally awful to explain that I need more time because of Unexpected Kid Issue when single male associate always delivers on time without issue. This is especially grating because the (majority male) group I work with already tends to patronize/sideline moms in a benevolent sexism sort of way. I want to deliver excellent work product, on-time, and be seen as being just as committed and available as my male peers. But that’s just not always possible. For those of you with BigLaw experience, what’s the worse option? Turning down assignments sometimes but delivering excellent results consistently or always being a “team player” but sometimes having to push back on internal deadlines/expectations at the end?