I got a pump because I'm pregnant, but I'm not planning on using it postpartum. I can't fathom just throwing it away, considering how much it costs. What do people do with their pumps when they're no longer using them?
I had AI translate this from English but I wanted to make sure it makes sense:
"Hola,
Por seguridad, por favor NO trabajen cerca del borde del patio del lado derecho ni en ninguna área donde vean cables eléctricos. Por favor, manténganse al menos a 10 pies de distancia de los cables eléctricos, árboles y ramas en esas áreas.
El martes por la noche hubo un incendio en los árboles debido a un problema con los cables eléctricos. Las áreas cerca de los cables eléctricos todavía pueden ser peligrosas. También todavía se escucha un zumbido que viene de los cables eléctricos, así que estamos esperando a que la compañía de electricidad regrese, arregle los cables defectuosos y corte los árboles de manera segura.
Por favor, no corten, no toquen ni trabajen cerca de ningún árbol o rama en esas áreas hasta que la compañía de electricidad se encargue de eso.
Cuando vengan la próxima semana, por favor toquen el timbre y hablen conmigo primero para confirmar si la compañía de electricidad ya arregló los cables eléctricos.
Gracias."
Will they understand my concerns?
Wishing a great day to every dad, stepdad, grandpa, father figure, and any man who shows up with love, patience, and support for the people who need them.
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Tell me what you're doing today to celebrate!
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Today I’m thinking about the dads who keep going even when parenting looks nothing like they imagined. The dads who learn new ways to communicate, who celebrate progress that other people might not even notice, who carry stress quietly, who advocate, protect, comfort, and love their children exactly as they are.
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Special needs parenting can be lonely and exhausting, but it is also full of deep love, strength, and moments that matter more than words can explain.
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To every dad doing his best in this life, I hope you feel seen and appreciated today. Happy Father’s Day. 💙
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To the dads who show up every single day through the meltdowns, the sleepless nights, the therapies, the appointments, the worry, the victories no one else understands, and the love that never quits, you deserve to be celebrated today!
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Being an autism dad can be exhausting, confusing, beautiful, heartbreaking, and rewarding all at the same time. Some days are hard in ways other people will never fully see, but your patience, protection, and love matter more than words can say.
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Wishing all the autism dads a very happy Father’s Day. I hope you feel appreciated today. 💙
Mods, please let me know if this isn't allowed. I just wanted to share an informative video about the severe/level 3 side of autism.
Update: theclunkerjunker.com was a winner! They offered me $445 for a 98 Honda Accord in pretty bad shape.
I have an old beater that just sits in my driveway taking up space. I don't want to sell it to a regular person because it has some issues. Trying to get the most money, don't know where to even look. Addison/Bensenville/Elmhurst area. Please advise.
I’m sharing this for my stepfather’s dog, Patch.
Patch needs surgery, and my stepfather is trying to do everything he can to help him.
If you are able to donate anything at all, even a small amount, it would mean so much. And if you cannot donate, sharing the fundraiser would still help more than you know.
Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this, donate, or share.
I don't even know what to write other than I am desperate for advice. I have PTSD and weed was helping me sleep. I had to quit due to pregnancy and I'm having nightmares almost nightly.
My psychiatrist will not prescribe prazosin because I'm pregnant. Does anyone have any advice?
I just wanted to share something that might help another parent because I wish I thought of this sooner.
My child is 9 years old and potty trained, but he outgrew the regular toddler potty a long time ago. A lot of child potty chairs are made for really little kids, and once your child is bigger, they can be uncomfortable, awkward, or just not realistic anymore.
What has worked really good for us is a portable camping toilet. It looks much more like a real toilet, it is bigger and more sturdy than a toddler potty, and it is still small enough to use for potty training or bathroom independence at home.
They usually cost around $45 to $50, so they are not super cheap, but they are also not crazy expensive like some adaptive bathroom equiptment. For a child who needs more support, more time, or a toilet that feels less intimidating then the regular bathroom toilet, it can be a really useful option.
I know every child is different, but I wanted to mention it in case anyone has a bigger child who no longer fits safely or comfortably on a toddler potty. Search for “portable camping toilet” or “portable travel toilet” and look for one that has a real seat shape and a sturdy base.
Sometimes the best solution isn’t marketed for kids at all.
I just wanted to share something that might help another parent because I wish I thought of this sooner.
My child is 9 years old and potty trained, but he outgrew the regular toddler potty a long time ago. A lot of child potty chairs are made for really little kids, and once your child is bigger, they can be uncomfortable, awkward, or just not realistic anymore.
What has worked really good for us is a portable camping toilet. It looks much more like a real toilet, it is bigger and more sturdy than a toddler potty, and it is still small enough to use for potty training or bathroom independence at home.
They usually cost around $25 to $40, so they are not super cheap, but they are also not crazy expensive like some adaptive bathroom equiptment. For a child who needs more support, more time, or a toilet that feels less intimidating then the regular bathroom toilet, it can be a really useful option.
I know every child is different, but I wanted to mention it in case anyone has a bigger child who no longer fits safely or comfortably on a toddler potty. Search for “portable camping toilet” or “portable travel toilet” and look for one that has a real seat shape and a sturdy base.
Sometimes the best solution isn’t marketed for kids at all.
I am concerned about Abilify lowering prolactin and affecting milk supply.
Were you able to breastfeed at all?
Did your milk come in normally?
Did you have low supply or no supply?
Did anyone switch their medications to something else or adjust their dose and notice a difference?
My goal is not necessarily exclusive breastfeeding. I would just really like to breastfeed or pump for at least the first few weeks at the least.
Was there a medication that you switched to that worked?
Has anyone been able to successfully breastfeed while taking Abilify or Rexulti?
I am concerned because I have read that these medications may lower prolactin and affect milk supply. I am looking for real experiences from people who were on either medication during pregnancy or postpartum.
Were you able to produce enough milk to breastfeed, or did it affect your supply?