DISappearing Peeps...A fastpass to THIN! Part 2

[monymony3471]

ok I am not a mom, but I remember vividly what my DSIL went through with both my niece and nephew. She was desperate to nurse, tried everything but the pain was unbearable and the kiddos were just not having any of it. After about 3 weeks of trying she decided to just switch to formula. And (knock on wood), they are doing just dandy now a the ages of 6 and 4. Remember, you will be no good to any of your kids if you are feeling like crap and sick as a dog on and off from now until you ideally would stop nursing. Right? Our little peeplet will be just fine!

It is so hard to know what to do, but ultimately no Dr can make the choice for you. It is very easy for them to tell you what to do, they dont have to do it! And you getting so sick and beng rendered pretty much helpless is no way for you to be. You will be no good to any of your kids that way! I still have pangs of guilt over not being able to BF, almost 5 yrs later, but I know I tried my best and did all I could. You have to know the same is true in your case. And what you HAVE been able to do is so good. The first few weeks are the most important as far as immune boosting.

I am still on the fence as to what to do this time around. The whole process was so stressful and emotional for me. I just dont know if I can go through that again, only to end up failing again. (I was basically chained to a hospital grade breast pump, trying to feed her all the time, taking supplements and working with lactation consultants....and never got more than an ounce TOTAL in a day, baby was HUNGRY. Not good.) I have never gotten a reasona s to why I was not producing either. Just a medical mystery I guess!

Thanks for helping me come to terms with this. I know any amount is good for her and by the time I completly wean, we'll be looking at almost 3 months. I slowly wean.

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share that I have just joined Eharmony. I need to start dating more and the boy has once again ticked me off so I'm doing something for me. I am a member of match.com, but I have gotten nothing but weirdos (for the most part). Oh...I did get a wink from a really cute guy last week, so I winked back. And then I heard nothing How did I get rejected by a guy who sought me out first? Anyway, one of my magazines said that Eharmony is the dating site for those of us who "want a ring". That matched me more than the other options/dating sites, like "looking for a one night stand"

Wish me luck!

Good luck. I never had any experience here, but I wish the best for you with the service. Theyre commercials look cool.

 

[SwansLoveDisney]

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share that I have just joined Eharmony. I need to start dating more and the boy has once again ticked me off so I'm doing something for me. I am a member of match.com, but I have gotten nothing but weirdos (for the most part). Oh...I did get a wink from a really cute guy last week, so I winked back. And then I heard nothing How did I get rejected by a guy who sought me out first? Anyway, one of my magazines said that Eharmony is the dating site for those of us who "want a ring". That matched me more than the other options/dating sites, like "looking for a one night stand"

Wish me luck!

My brother met his fiance on EHarmony! I think it's a great site!

 

[dwheatl]

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision. Let me tell you, it's not easy and I am beating myself up over here. I know how good it is for her to breast feed. I look at my other children and am so greatful for them being so healthy and I wonder if she will be too in the future.

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

I'm not used to being forced to do things I don't want to. I'm so used to being in control. This is a little bigger.

I think I'm trying to convince myself that I'm making the right decision.

Okay. I'm done with that.

Took the girls to see my mom and treat her to lunch. We talked about going to the cider mill tomorrow. She wants apples to make applesauce. Hers is thee best!

Boys are still at the cub scout thingy and I love the house being so quiet. Us girls are just chillin'.

Hurray for girls' time.
Don't let the dr. make you feel bad. I had to bring my mommy in once when I was sick and the dr. (not our regular pediatrician) yelled at me because she felt I wasn't living up to her expectations of a mother. My mom yelled back at the dr.
It's like on the airplane when they tell you to put on your oxygen mask so you don't pass out before you can put your child's mask on. You've got to care for YOU so you're in shape to take care of your kids.

Got back from my 5K! I FINISHED!!!!!! That has got to be one of the hardest things I have ever done! I did enjoy it though, and my friend was such an encouragement for me. My unofficial time was 36 minutes. It will be listed in the paper tomorrow, so I'll give an OFFICIAL result tomorrow! Took a nap with DH this afternoon. Getting up at 6:00 on a Saturday is just WRONG!!

Wooooo hoootie! You go, girl!

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share that I have just joined Eharmony. I need to start dating more and the boy has once again ticked me off so I'm doing something for me. I am a member of match.com, but I have gotten nothing but weirdos (for the most part). Oh...I did get a wink from a really cute guy last week, so I winked back. And then I heard nothing How did I get rejected by a guy who sought me out first? Anyway, one of my magazines said that Eharmony is the dating site for those of us who "want a ring". That matched me more than the other options/dating sites, like "looking for a one night stand"

Wish me luck!

Again, I say, "Woooo hoootie, you go girl!"

I finally got to the gym today, and I really was a samer. Which means if I hadn't binged last night, maybe I could have been a loser. Anyways, I'm glad to get back to the gym. DH and i agreed that we're just going to have to agree on days to go ahead of time, because otherwise we come up with too many excuses.

I better be off to bed now, so I can make it to early Mass tomorrow. When we go later, DH gets all preoccupied about everything he has to do for the rest of the day.

 

[pigget74]

Got back from my 5K! I FINISHED!!!!!! That has got to be one of the hardest things I have ever done! I did enjoy it though, and my friend was such an encouragement for me. My unofficial time was 36 minutes. It will be listed in the paper tomorrow, so I'll give an OFFICIAL result tomorrow! Took a nap with DH this afternoon. Getting up at 6:00 on a Saturday is just WRONG!!

Way to go. That is a big accomplishment.

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision. Let me tell you, it's not easy and I am beating myself up over here. I know how good it is for her to breast feed. I look at my other children and am so greatful for them being so healthy and I wonder if she will be too in the future.

I didn't like the Dr.'s reaction when I said I wanted to wean although he said it was ultimately my decision, but I can read face. Know what I mean.

AM I thinking of me? Am I thinking of the baby's needs? It's just making me crazy.

I'm not used to being forced to do things I don't want to. I'm so used to being in control. This is a little bigger.

I think I'm trying to convince myself that I'm making the right decision.

Okay. I'm done with that.

Took the girls to see my mom and treat her to lunch. We talked about going to the cider mill tomorrow. She wants apples to make applesauce. Hers is thee best!

Boys are still at the cub scout thingy and I love the house being so quiet. Us girls are just chillin'.

Monica--you have to do what is best for you regardless of what the Dr. or others think--they are not you. I remember back to DD and I was having a horrible time with nursing--so I called La La whatever the rest was and they made feel horrible over the phone and basically said i did not have clue what i was doing--already nursed one kiddo. Anyway one came over to the house to observe and by this time I was sooooo engorged she could barely latch on--she told be to get some cabbage and put in the fridge to get cold and place a leafe in my bra--that did help. COme to find out I was doing everything right, but DD sucked wrong and would tear me up everytime--so while I was healing I pumped for about 3 weeks and tried again--same thing happened and at this point I gave up--I was in school and was pumping all the time. I remember when I tild them I was stopping they gave me this long lecture and I told them--if you want to come over and nurse her that is fine--or if you want to pump for her that is fine to--but for my sanity and her well being the bottle will have to do. They did not say another word. I had a very hard time with the decision for months afterwards because of her medical issues that followed and I always wondered if it would have been different. I finally cam to the conclusion that it did not matter---I did what was right for US not just ME!! She was happier and so was I.

Joshua just woke and we are watchin DORA--his all time fav. ABout to have to finish getting ready the sitter will be here in about 30 minutes. Trying to get the last one on one snuggles with him. I will either report back or have DH report back at some point today. I know Stacey said that she would call and see how we are doing--maybe she can let you guys know. Anyway--the next time I get on I should WEIGH LESS and have another blessing in my arms. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

 

[lexmelinda]

GOOD MORNING, PEEPS!

We arrived home around midnight last night. Mail piled up, plants droopy, dog poop on the floor....welcome back to reality. But it was a fast, safe, uneventful ride so I am thankful for that.

Of course I ran straight to the computer due to DIS withdrawl. Tried to catch up a bit but it will take a lil more reading time to get all caught up.

Oooo...and I looked at all 140 photopass pictures. The kids were so mad at me for stalking every photopass guy at Disney.....not again, mom!

I did see Fidge! I've been worried about you!

Monica....If you're ready to ween Madelyn....DO IT! ((stupid dr!)) I was a formula baby and I turned out just fine!

Shannon.... on Eharmony! Keep us updated!

Allie....Woo-hooty on the 5K! I'm so proud of you!

Punkin....I saw your group picture! It was so nice to meet everyone!

Maybe I'll write up a mini trip report in case anybody's interested.

Everybody have a great day!

 

[DisneyObsession]

Piggett...Good Luck today and I pray all goes smoothly for you!

Mony...I started out nursing twins and it wasn't the easiest thing in the world. They were horrible nursers, couldn't latch well and I was very frustrated. After 3 weeks I gave up. My son was a great nurser, but I produced badly. I lasted 3 months with him. All the kids are healthy and I don't think putting them on a bottle inhibited their growth in any way. You know what's best for you & your family. Trust your instincts.

Off to get ready for church. Happy day All!

 

[dance2874]

Joshua just woke and we are watchin DORA--his all time fav. ABout to have to finish getting ready the sitter will be here in about 30 minutes. Trying to get the last one on one snuggles with him. I will either report back or have DH report back at some point today. I know Stacey said that she would call and see how we are doing--maybe she can let you guys know. Anyway--the next time I get on I should WEIGH LESS and have another blessing in my arms. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

WOOHOOTY! I cant wait to meet the newest peep!

 

[dance2874]

GOOD MORNING, PEEPS!

We arrived home around midnight last night. Mail piled up, plants droopy, dog poop on the floor....welcome back to reality. But it was a fast, safe, uneventful ride so I am thankful for that.

Of course I ran straight to the computer due to DIS withdrawl. Tried to catch up a bit but it will take a lil more reading time to get all caught up.

Oooo...and I looked at all 140 photopass pictures. The kids were so mad at me for stalking every photopass guy at Disney.....not again, mom!

I did see Fidge! I've been worried about you!

Monica....If you're ready to ween Madelyn....DO IT! ((stupid dr!)) I was a formula baby and I turned out just fine!

Shannon.... on Eharmony! Keep us updated!

Allie....Woo-hooty on the 5K! I'm so proud of you!

Punkin....I saw your group picture! It was so nice to meet everyone!

Maybe I'll write up a mini trip report in case anybody's interested.

Everybody have a great day!

Welcome home! Glad it was an uneventful trip back.

I stalked the photopass guys too....and DD hated it by the end. She kept saying, we already took a picture I havent been able to look at them yet, maybe later today.

 

[Wonders10]

Way to go. That is a big accomplishment.


Monica--you have to do what is best for you regardless of what the Dr. or others think--they are not you. I remember back to DD and I was having a horrible time with nursing--so I called La La whatever the rest was and they made feel horrible over the phone and basically said i did not have clue what i was doing--already nursed one kiddo. Anyway one came over to the house to observe and by this time I was sooooo engorged she could barely latch on--she told be to get some cabbage and put in the fridge to get cold and place a leafe in my bra--that did help. COme to find out I was doing everything right, but DD sucked wrong and would tear me up everytime--so while I was healing I pumped for about 3 weeks and tried again--same thing happened and at this point I gave up--I was in school and was pumping all the time. I remember when I tild them I was stopping they gave me this long lecture and I told them--if you want to come over and nurse her that is fine--or if you want to pump for her that is fine to--but for my sanity and her well being the bottle will have to do. They did not say another word. I had a very hard time with the decision for months afterwards because of her medical issues that followed and I always wondered if it would have been different. I finally cam to the conclusion that it did not matter---I did what was right for US not just ME!! She was happier and so was I.

Joshua just woke and we are watchin DORA--his all time fav. ABout to have to finish getting ready the sitter will be here in about 30 minutes. Trying to get the last one on one snuggles with him. I will either report back or have DH report back at some point today. I know Stacey said that she would call and see how we are doing--maybe she can let you guys know. Anyway--the next time I get on I should WEIGH LESS and have another blessing in my arms. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

Oooh I bet the new peeplet is already here! Good luck and congrats!

P.S. My DSIL did the cabbage thing too. But she didn't explain what it was for. They were living with my mom and I at the time while their house was being built. I thought it so strange that she would steal cabbage out of the fridge and once I caught her putting it down her shirt Then my DB explained what it was for.

GOOD MORNING, PEEPS!

We arrived home around midnight last night. Mail piled up, plants droopy, dog poop on the floor....welcome back to reality. But it was a fast, safe, uneventful ride so I am thankful for that.

Of course I ran straight to the computer due to DIS withdrawl. Tried to catch up a bit but it will take a lil more reading time to get all caught up.

Oooo...and I looked at all 140 photopass pictures. The kids were so mad at me for stalking every photopass guy at Disney.....not again, mom!

Shannon.... on Eharmony! Keep us updated!

Maybe I'll write up a mini trip report in case anybody's interested.

Everybody have a great day!

Welcome Home Melinda! I would love to see a mini trip report...with lots of pics!

 

[DisneyObsession]

Melinda!!!! Welcome Home!!! I hope you write a mini TR!!! (I second the LOTS of pics!!!) I can't wait to hear all about the trip!!!

 

[Wonders10]

Yay! I just ordered my MVMCP tickets for our trip and made our traditional last day character breakfast at the Beach Club. I've been so busy that I actually am forgetting that I will be going to WDW in a few months. Even thought it will only be 2 days, it will be great to get away.

Hope everyone is having a great Sunday!

 

[winkers]

Hi! Life has been going way to fast for me lately and I haven't had time to read let alone write anything! So much for running amok! Between dance practice, soccer and football I'm going crazy.

I just wanted to pop in and say hi!

 

[punkin413]

i'm back from the bridal festivities and i'm EXHAUSTED. a quick post before ray and i have to go have dinner with his family for his sister's birthday and then i CRASH hard!

Thanks to you and the others who have given me support with this decision.

i haven't been around much lately, but i think i get the gist of what's going on. i've never had a child, but my thoughts are that if the mommy is uncomfortable and unhappy with the situation, that it's better for the mommy AND the child if the mommy changes that situation. it makes sense to me.

Got back from my 5K! I FINISHED!!!!!!

congrats!!!! that's so awesome!!!!!!

Hi everyone,

Just wanted to share that I have just joined Eharmony.

i just wanted to warn you about one tiny detail. my dad did the eharmony thing awhile back and he got lots dates. but he discovered very quickly that he'd go on a date with someone, they'd act interested, then they'd disappear for awhile, only to call him like a month later. he eventually figured out that was the pattern with a lot of eharmony and match.com relationships because his dates were looking at their other options to see how they worked out before calling him back. it didn't happen every time, but a lot. hopefully that won't be the case with you - i just wanted to give you a heads up in case you notice anything like that and know it comes with the territory! good luck....i hope you find the man of your dreams!

GOOD MORNING, PEEPS!

We arrived home around midnight last night.

WELCOME HOME!!!!!! hope you got the dog poop cleaned up.

Anyway--the next time I get on I should WEIGH LESS and have another blessing in my arms. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

good luck!!!!!!! i'm so excited for you! i will be thinking about you - let us know the details when you can!

 

[aldisneygrl]

MY OFFICIAL TIME FOR MY 5K YESTERDAY WAS.......37:42!!!

I was number 523 out of 558. I was glad I finished and that I wasn't last. I am very sore today, but I did better than I thought I would.


Heather, sending you for your delivery today! We can't wait to see her.

melinda, glad you made it home safely. sorry about the dog poop. I personally would love to read a TR.

BTW, while y'all were gone DISUNC's TR got locked up. I know several of you have been reading his report. Don't know what happened. I informed him about it last night, and he didn't even know. I was reading another disers report from the summer, and saw DISUNC's TR up in the completed list. Now for those of you who have read his report. It is FAR from finished. I'll keep you posted if I find out where he starts up again.

 

[Wonders10]

i just wanted to warn you about one tiny detail. my dad did the eharmony thing awhile back and he got lots dates. but he discovered very quickly that he'd go on a date with someone, they'd act interested, then they'd disappear for awhile, only to call him like a month later. he eventually figured out that was the pattern with a lot of eharmony and match.com relationships because his dates were looking at their other options to see how they worked out before calling him back. it didn't happen every time, but a lot. hopefully that won't be the case with you - i just wanted to give you a heads up in case you notice anything like that and know it comes with the territory! good luck....i hope you find the man of your dreams!

Thanks...I am very overly cautious with this whole online dating thing anyway. There are a lot of weirdos out there. Thanks for the warning. I'll be sure to be on the lookout.

On a similar note, my girlfriend from college (lives in chicago and we don't get to see or talk to each other much anymore) just called me today to say she got engaged! I'm sooo happy for her and hubby to be, but my heart did sink a little when she told me. Like I am the loser friend who doesn't even have a BF, let alone a potential husband. I guess I need to stop thinking about it so much...a watched pot never boils.

 

[monymony3471]

Welcome home Lexy!

GOOD MORNING, PEEPS!

We arrived home around midnight last night. Mail piled up, plants droopy, dog poop on the floor....welcome back to reality. But it was a fast, safe, uneventful ride so I am thankful for that.

Of course I ran straight to the computer due to DIS withdrawl. Tried to catch up a bit but it will take a lil more reading time to get all caught up.

Oooo...and I looked at all 140 photopass pictures. The kids were so mad at me for stalking every photopass guy at Disney.....not again, mom!

I did see Fidge! I've been worried about you!

Monica....If you're ready to ween Madelyn....DO IT! ((stupid dr!)) I was a formula baby and I turned out just fine!

Shannon.... on Eharmony! Keep us updated!

Allie....Woo-hooty on the 5K! I'm so proud of you!

Punkin....I saw your group picture! It was so nice to meet everyone!

Maybe I'll write up a mini trip report in case anybody's interested.

Everybody have a great day!

Lexy: I would be very interested and excited to read one of your trip reports. I think yours was the second one I ever read. Please do one, you know I've asked before.

Way to go. That is a big accomplishment.




Monica--you have to do what is best for you regardless of what the Dr. or others think--they are not you. I remember back to DD and I was having a horrible time with nursing--so I called La La whatever the rest was and they made feel horrible over the phone and basically said i did not have clue what i was doing--already nursed one kiddo. Anyway one came over to the house to observe and by this time I was sooooo engorged she could barely latch on--she told be to get some cabbage and put in the fridge to get cold and place a leafe in my bra--that did help. COme to find out I was doing everything right, but DD sucked wrong and would tear me up everytime--so while I was healing I pumped for about 3 weeks and tried again--same thing happened and at this point I gave up--I was in school and was pumping all the time. I remember when I tild them I was stopping they gave me this long lecture and I told them--if you want to come over and nurse her that is fine--or if you want to pump for her that is fine to--but for my sanity and her well being the bottle will have to do. They did not say another word. I had a very hard time with the decision for months afterwards because of her medical issues that followed and I always wondered if it would have been different. I finally cam to the conclusion that it did not matter---I did what was right for US not just ME!! She was happier and so was I.

Thank you for saying that. I know I need to do what's best for me. It's just so hard when you are used to putting your kids first all the time.
Joshua just woke and we are watchin DORA--his all time fav. ABout to have to finish getting ready the sitter will be here in about 30 minutes. Trying to get the last one on one snuggles with him. I will either report back or have DH report back at some point today. I know Stacey said that she would call and see how we are doing--maybe she can let you guys know. Anyway--the next time I get on I should WEIGH LESS and have another blessing in my arms. Thank you all for your support and well wishes.

Oh I hope everything went ok and the new little peeplet is here! Is Rebekah here yet?

Piggett...Good Luck today and I pray all goes smoothly for you!

Mony...I started out nursing twins and it wasn't the easiest thing in the world. They were horrible nursers, couldn't latch well and I was very frustrated. After 3 weeks I gave up. My son was a great nurser, but I produced badly. I lasted 3 months with him. All the kids are healthy and I don't think putting them on a bottle inhibited their growth in any way. You know what's best for you & your family. Trust your instincts.

I will. Thanks for your encouragement.

Off to get ready for church. Happy day All!

MY OFFICIAL TIME FOR MY 5K YESTERDAY WAS.......37:42!!!

I was number 523 out of 558. I was glad I finished and that I wasn't last. I am very sore today, but I did better than I thought I would.


Heather, sending you for your delivery today! We can't wait to see her.

melinda, glad you made it home safely. sorry about the dog poop. I personally would love to read a TR.

BTW, while y'all were gone DISUNC's TR got locked up. I know several of you have been reading his report. Don't know what happened. I informed him about it last night, and he didn't even know. I was reading another disers report from the summer, and saw DISUNC's TR up in the completed list. Now for those of you who have read his report. It is FAR from finished. I'll keep you posted if I find out where he starts up again.

I dream of running a 5K. How did you train? What would you do differently now that you ran one?

I keep promising here that I will run one. That's my goal. I am very proud of your accomplishment. WTG!!!

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Here's to a great week!

 

[aldisneygrl]

I dream of running a 5K. How did you train? What would you do differently now that you ran one?

I keep promising here that I will run one. That's my goal. I am very proud of your accomplishment. WTG!!!

Hope everyone had a great weekend. Here's to a great week!

I have been following the Couch to 5K running plan. I had only completed my second week of training when I did this one. What I would do differently is to have trained more before I attempted it. In the second week of training, you do a five minute brisk walk and then run for 90 seconds and then walk for two minutes until you have completed 20 minutes of the 90 sec./2min. rotation for a total of 25 minutes. I would highly recommend the C25K plan. I am NOT a runner! I get very winded easily. It has really helped ease me into running.

Well I ran most of the 5k, so my body wasn't exactly ready for that, but it did it! I would most definitely do another one. I can't wait to do the one in Disney! I just have to get my 9 year old trained too, and keep the reason why a secret. May have to break down and tell her.

 

[my2boysrtwicethefun]

Maybe I'll write up a mini trip report in case anybody's interested.

Welcome home Melinda and of course we would love a mini trip report. BTW, I'm so glad to see you that your home and posting again. It was a little sad checking the Peep board and not seeing your early morning posts.

 

[punkin413]

okay, peeps! it's time for me to get back on the wagon. i cheated while at disney and then last week i just kinda watched what i ate.....no exercise. i was so busy i didn't have time. then this weekend i had the bach. party and a bridal shower at an italian restaurant that has a buffet.... there's no permanent damage done, but i'm sick of these 3-4 pounds hanging around that i have to lose before i reach my goal. i think i'm gonna set a goal to reach my goal weight by thanksgiving. that's two months away and 3 pounds in two months doesn't seem like alot, but my calorie intake is 1500 a day which is what it takes to maintain 130 pounds. so my weight loss has almost come to a halt. i don't want to change the eating thing because i don't want to make any temporary changes, but keep the permanent ones i've made. so i guess it's time to up the exercise!

anyway, i'm rambling. thanks for listening!

thought i'd share a pic from this weekend (as always). this was taken outside of the restaurant we ate at before the party. just thought it was a neat picture. and please don't mistake our silliness for trampiness....we're just being goofy girls! by the way, anna/wonderwoman/bride-to-be/best friend/fitness trainer is third from the right with the pink boa. she's the fitness nazi that's responsible for the 25 pounds i've lost! i'm sure you guys know this, but i'm the fourth from the left.

 

[Pakey]

I have a question.....Have you guys all been in this board from the beginning and know each other????? I feel like the new kid at school and I'm not quite sure how to "join" in. I'm one of those people who is fairly quiet until you get to know me and then I don't shut up. Is there any advice from any of you who joined up in the middle like I'm trying to do?