Happy Thursday! ❤ Did anyone else struggle with choosing a name for their baby?! 🥲 🚨🚨🚨 Also, I appreciate the comments about the Alani energy drinks while breastfeeding. I’m not sure why my doctor said it was okay but I will definitely not be drinking them while breastfeeding. ❤
Names are SO hard! It’s impossible to name someone you’ve never met! You can’t picture it because there’s nothing there to name! Also there’s nothing wrong with waiting until he’s born! And it’s also okay to not feel like it’s “right” yet. Honestly every baby grows into their name! No pressure. It’ll come. ❤
@@jaydenpurrington4969 I agree. I’m surprised she said her doctor approved it. As the engery drink company itself will not approve it , nor does ANY other physician. It’s so scary she drinks them especially after her miscarriage last year. You’d think she be on high alert. I worry about her , in a good way. Seriously.
I know SO many people that drink Alani energy drinks while breastfeeding, even I have drank one from time to time and my son is 9 months old and absolutely healthy. There is solid evidence that this does not affect baby.
@@jessiemartin11that’s not true, it depends on the baby, it states that some babies can become restless ect because they could be sensitive to certain ingredients.
@@jessiemartin11 provide the solid evidence. Because every physician you speak to and the actual Alani company will not say they approve anyone drinking white pregnant or nursing. None. I’m not arguing with you. I just have read a lot about energy drinks and they are not good for anyone , especially pregnant and nursing women.
She is not 1000% wrong, it's literally a CDC recommendation to stay under 300mg of caffeine. Some babies are affected by caffeine, which doesn't automatically mean hers will be. If that was your experience, then that is strictly anecdotal, not fact, and to call her doctor 1000% wrong is gross. Unless you're going to tell me you have a PhD in neonatology and pediatrics with a concentration in the affects of caffeine and breastfeeding, but im willing to bet this is just based on the google research you did with no regard to source or bias and probably the advice from YOUR ob? I'm sure if Alex finds that her baby is irritable, fussy, or having trouble sleeping, she will cut out caffeine to determine if that is actually having an effect or if it is something else.
@@StarlightNirvana Caffeine from a cup of coffee or a cup of tea...sure. Caffeine from a chemical laced concoction with questionable ingredients?! yeah no.
A quick Google search of if it is safe to drink energy drinks and you’ll see it’s says not to drink while even pregnant and especially breastfeeding. It’s not just the caffeine it’s all the other ingredients. Alani themselves doesn’t recommend it. It can truly hurt your child. Just an fyi. You’ll learn to put your child’s safety and needs before your needs. Especially drinks and foods. God bless❤
@@cindylewis7072 they have to put that warning label in case something bad happens. Obviously don't go overboard with the consumption, but one can every now and then is not going to hurt anyone.
@cindylewis7072 That last little jab was incredibly unnecessary. I hope people in your life talk to you way better, and give you much more credit, than you do strangers on the internet.
My quick Google search didn’t show that. It all in moderation. And even if she had one a day, it’s still lower than the amount that is ok to have daily. And I think she will be a great mother and put her baby’s health and well being always first. 🤦🏻♀️
Please please please don't drink energy drinks while breastfeeding baby!! My Mum's a NICU nurse and so many babies are so heavily affected by things in their parents systems! She's seen tiny premmie babies addicted and suffering withdrawals from so many different things!! Also I think the name will come to you, but it's nice you're giving it a lot of thought! My parents had their own preferences, and then decided on one they both agreed upon. Meanwhile I grew up feeling my name didn't fit me right and mostly disliking it from about age 7 onward, and ended up changing my name in my later teens haha!
You can drink energy drinks while breastfeeding. There is a wide consensus that they do not affect baby. Drinking them while pregnant is a whole different thing.
@@jessiemartin11 there’s more than just caffeine in energy drinks, usually various herbal supplements and added levels of B vitamins, but people can go for it if they want to risk it. There isn’t data to show how those additives could affect babies yet, given modern energy drinks haven’t been around for that long. I’ve just heard far too many stories and witnessed some as well of things harming babies that I wouldn’t have necessarily expected, so I personally wouldn’t ever risk it.
@@jessiemartin11 Maybe but why even chance it? Just don't drink the things for a year or so while you're breastfeeding. It's not something necessary to live. If you can't give something like that up for your child then you don't need one.
My advice is to put a peri bottle in each bathroom so you can have it readily available when you need to go. Pack the Freida in your purse/diaper bag. (It has a case.) Heads up, the swelling (your feet/legs/hands) can happen AFTER baby. I couldn’t wear shoes for weeks after. Drinking lots and lots of water helps
OMG, I remember that as well - the swelling AFTER giving birth!!!! It lasted about a week for me - sooooo annoying!!!! And that was 28 years ago!! LOL!
so you will see that many doctors will give different advice on different things. My gut would say generally avoid energy drinks while breastfeeding. But caffeine is ok. Sometimes babies can’t tolerate caffeine while breastfeeding and it will throw off their sleep. This happened with 3 of my nephews. Just because someone tells you something is wrong, doesn’t mean your doctor is incorrect. Sometimes there are gray areas for sure in parenting.
I don't know if this had been mentioned but when it comes to baby sizing...... TAKE IT WITH A GRAIN OF SALT! All brands seem to be different and my 12 month old is in 18-24 months right now! Keep it all out within reach and try different things has baby boy grows. We had a ton of cloths we bought from friend for very cheap and my son was only able to wear half of it because the seasons didn't match and he grew this first year so fast! Love you girl!!!!
Your hairstylist needs to do a better grow out for you! I only get my hair done like two times a year and it looks good throughout the year. I feel like your grow out is so stark every time. I just think you could maybe find someone better especially for being a busy mama soon!! ❤
Listen...baby names are difficult. You're making a life-long decision for someone else to live with, it's a lot of pressure! It took us so long to settle on our daughter's name too but once we did we never went back. Whatever you pick, you have put so much thought into it, it will be the right one for him 💙
We put a lot of thought into our son's name, made sure the meaning of it meant good character qualities and was very special to us...he ended up absolutely hating it and only goes by his middle name now. Eventually he is going to have it legally changed. You can try your hardest to give your kid a great name but sometimes it just doesn't work out. 😢
We did classes with our first and I’m so glad we did. I know labor and delivery is unpredictable, but it was nice to have a general understanding from a professional.
Here is a quick little tip for you, Alex. Anything that the nurses bring in your hospital room for the baby, whether it's diapers, wipes, or formula anything make sure you take it. The hospital will charge you for everything that is brought into your room.
That’s not true they charge you for the things that you buy not the things that you carry into the room if they’re charging you for stuff you carry into the room they’re ripping you off😡
@@Gayla.Aucointhey mean anything the hospital employees bring in the room is charged to the patient because it can no longer be used for any other pt once it enters the room… disposable/one time use items that is…
My biggest recommendation is adult diapers for post birth. The last thing you wanna worry about is a pad shifting in your underwear or anything. Plus they’re comfy and will hold your ice pack really well.
My mom said she had the hardest time naming me and even was asking the nurses to just tell her their favorite girl names and she just picked the one she liked best but it honestly suits me so sometimes it’s not as simple as it seems and that’s okay ! You got this regardless!
Something I didn’t know with carters sizing specifically, it will just say 6 months on the tag but the size is 3-6 months. 9 months is 6-9 months, etc. I waited until baby was 3 months to break out the 3 month clothing and it was too late 😅 lesson learned!
Be careful with the hospital “having everything “ cuz everything down to a bandaid they charge you!!!! If you have insurance then it won’t matter but if you’re limited on insurance payouts a bandaid is like over $100!!!!
My husband and I had a list of almost 5 names for our baby girl and I stressed so much up to the day she was born. We couldn’t agree on a name for her, and as soon as one felt right, we changed our minds a few days later. Ultimately, we waited until she was born and just knew as soon as we saw her ❤ I recommend finding a list of names you both like and just see what feels right when he’s here😊
Don't forget if baby is bald put spf on his head and face..don't forget that if ur hot baby is hot if ur cold baby is cold..don't put a bunch of blankets or long sleeve stuff in the heat..
This is just my opinion but I was ginormous with my first pregnancy, like got up to 288 pounds and I was already an apple shape before hand. The hospital panties were amazing I loved them, they are so comfortable surprisingly. 😂
My son is 18 months old and I’m low key triggered by all the unsolicited advice in your comments 😂 takes me right back to pregnancy where I was like OMG people, stop telling me what to do or pointing out every tiny thing I’m doing “wrong” or coming at me with the patronizing vibe! Alex, you are going to be an amazing mom. Everything you do will be just right for your child. ❤️
Also! We were so set on our son’s name from like 3 months into my pregnancy 😂 We both agreed on Rocco and it just felt right. We did, however, change his middle name from Vincent to Joseph at the last minute.
With all due respect to your doctor…she is not a lactation consultant nor are they required to be educated on what is safe for breastfeeding. Caffeine isn’t the issue in energy drinks…things like ginseng, taurine, guarana, creatine, green tea leaf extract, coffee bean extract, and BCAAs are the problems. They can elevate babies heart rate, blood sugar and blood pressure. Also could affect hormones. Better to be safe than sorry. Just do more research and talk to someone who’s actually certified in lactation. 🤍
@@AlexandraIreneRodriguezAvoid CAFFEINE you would not give your baby coffee or caffeine What u consume so does the baby in the womb and breastfeeding Drink decafe if you HAVE TOO n decafe tea. I would not even wear nail polish what's in it and remover isa absorbed through your skin by Osmosis same with hair chemicals That's what I did and experience I saw n learned
@@FangramiNothing about this comment is aggressive. It was informative. Just because some chooses to address someone in a neutral tone doesn't make it rude. Stop infantilizing Alex and acting like she has the hair trigger of a toddler. She's clearly fine. You're projecting and tone policing.
For names: We had a short list when we went to the hospital, and waited to decide till we got a feel for the baby. We didn't decide till day 3 in the hospital. He told us his name, and we used other names from our short list for his middle names.
My parents had a list of names they liked and then took it to the hospital and waited till we were born to see what felt right. It’ll come to you and he will help you decide. ❤
When the time is right you will def know the name you will feel is 100% right. I promise everything will come together the way it is meant to happen. Yall both are so cute about it and will both be badass parents. Much love to you both and your precious growing baby boy ❤
Baby names are difficult! My whole pregnancy my husband and I thought we had a name, I bought things with the initial, we were set. Then I was having a casual conversation with my mum about 3 weeks before I gave birth and we got round to talking about names and both mentioned a name we liked, I then mentioned this to my husband. We then spent the next 3 weeks back and forth over what to call the baby. When he was born my husband just made the call, and the name we went with was the new name, so had to start over again with the personalised stuff. Looking back I can’t imagine my son as the first name! It wouldn’t have suited him
Ha! so my entire pregnancy I had referred to our second daughter as Ivy. I had a custom stocking made with her name, had a blanket made, etc. Two weeks before she was born, I woke up from a dream, and turned over and looked at my husband and said, “ I think her name is Hazel…” I told him I couldn’t handle the pressure of changing her name, so that he would have to name her after she was born. I ended up with a C-section, and looked over after she came out and said, “ what’s her name?” he smiled at me and said, “ I think her name is Hazel.” … the Ivy items went to Goodwill lol
Names are so wild! We had a named picked for our son, told all our friends and family, had signs made and then when he was actually born, my husband and I looked at each other and were like “oh no, that’s not his name”. Took us a day and half, but ended up naming him something completely different. Always recommend having a few names picked. So excited for you and Yar! You’re going to be the best parents ❤
Names are hard. And I found boys names even more difficult! We picked a few names and then I remember getting up to feed him on night 3 and I called him ‘Archie’ without thinking and it was like a sudden realisation that that was 100% his name. It was obvious he wasn’t anyone else ❤ We also had a French midwife who said his name so beautifully that we were sold hahaha But you’re right they’re hard and it feels like a lot of pressure.
My husband and I had names for our future babies before soon after we were engaged. We both wrote list of names we loved for a girl and boy and considered all the ones that matched. By the time we found I was having a boy I felt good since we already had his name in place. When I saw an 3D ultrasound of his face a whole new name came to mind because of watching a show my husband and I were binging. And when I brought it up to my husband he totally agreed. To this day I don’t know if he just did it because he saw how excited I was or because he 100% agreed, but as corny as it sounds you will know when you feel it - and that may be when you finally hold him in your arms! 😊
My hubby and I had two strong contender names for the majority of my pregnancy. About two weeks before he was born, I shared a new name that had never been on our list. It stuck! We went with that one and it’s the perfect name for my little guy.
Just FYI the 12 month size isn't always accurate to age past 6-8 months expect to use 12 month clothes when your child is 6-12 months if you are lucky and have a skinny small average on the charts child, all my kids were always 95% on the chart and wore clothes double their age and they are all normal size :)
I didn't get told this by a doctor but by a friend--you can order a fancy breastpump (with accessories) through health insurance through websites like aeroflow or if you call your dr you might have a recommendation from them. Not sure if you've gotten one yet.
@@AlexandraIreneRodriguezget a manual hand breast pump you will be happy about that and get sometimes to catch milk on the other boob for your let down
We had a name picked out for our daughter, then when I had her and first seen & held her I was like, no. The name didn’t fit her. Actually chose something we never even thought of before. Very happy with how it turned out
When we were trying to pick a name for our kiddos we played the name game, you know...Hannah, Hannah, bo bana, and so on if any part of the song came out offensive as with the name "Chuck" we skipped to our next. The middle name was either my middle name or my guys. Enjoy this time and know you've got this!❤🎉
The little drink holder with the defective part will eventually get lose and pop Off and break… it gets stuck on everything… when shopping!! Sincerely this momma to two kiddos ❤
Boy names are so challenging! My son is 27 and while I was pregnant with him, he was Jospeh until 5 months in and I just did not feel it! So I named him Mason! He’s a perfect Mason! 💕
Love target’s Auden nursing bras. I’ve used them through both breastfeeding journeys. Definitely recommend an angled peri, just makes it easier less messy. And as a size 18 the hospital undies fit fine.
For each of my babies we had a name for a few months and ended up changing it in the hospital. We went in with 2-3 names and waited to see what they looked like.
The name game! I have always always loved making baby name lists. My two favorites since I was a little kid are now so popular 😂 The fact I won't be having a kid (most likely very unlikely) doesn't stop me from still making them. And yesterday randomly thought of a girl name to go with my last name and it just felt perfect. And it has never been something close to a name I liked. So it will all work out! I 100 % believe you will know it at the right time
Don’t forget to pack nursing pads, you’ll wake up a day or two postpartum covered in your own milk. I learned the hard way, definitely a necessity. Even if you’re not breastfeeding your milk will still make an appearance 😂 good luck Alex! Im so excited for you!!
I had 4 names picked out for my daughter and once I first feed her I named her something totally different. Don’t stress or let the urge of social media give you anxiety about a name. It will come!
When we found out we were (very surprisingly) pregnant my husband had a girl name he always loved and I had a boy name I always loved… when we learned it was a girl it was easy! We named her his favorite name Alexandria 💕 we love our baby Alex! If it would have been a boy he would have been my favorite name Benjamin.
I had my daughters named planned for a long time before she was born, but for my son, he ended up being a premie and I went to the hospital 5 weeks early with no name prepared. I just kind of looked at my husband and said a name with a questionmark and we agreed. I'm sure we could have chosen something better, but we love his name :)
The mesh underwear work great too instead of the entire underwear. They stretch a lotttt and I’m plus size and you can get the super absorbent pads and change as you go, it’s all about preference.
I named my son as I was filling out the discharge paperwork leaving the hospital - I just wanted to submit the birth certificate paperwork before I left haha. I had 4 names picked out and went back and forth a thousand times. My husband didn’t care one iota - he had just vetoed a couple of the earlier options 😂
Just a suggestion. I would walk into the hospital with 2-3. of your top names and wait until to you see his face! My mom was going to name my sister Jade Victoria but when she seen her after delivery she ended up naming her Stephanie Rose
We are about the same size. With my first baby I wore the mesh panties from the hospital, but they weren't comfy. My next baby I had at a different hospital and the most amazing nurses took care of me. One nurse brought me probably 12 pairs of their mesh panties and they were the hipster style. She said they would be more comfortable for me and she was right! Turns out with the 1st baby they gave me the brief style and they didn't fit my curves properly. Just a heads up to ask for hipster style if they bring you the brief ones.
I’m the eldest of many siblings and even with all the “taking care of them” it so different when it’s your own. I have burped my siblings and a nurse came into the room and took my son to show me how the right way to do it. 😂
Yes girl! We struggled so much with our girls name .. oh man all we had was a nickname 'little Peanut' 14 now plays basketball & I still scream GREAT THAT BALL PEANUT!! LOL! We found boys names much easier, and as latinos we had to figure out first & second names ... Dont feel bad or pressured it's all part of the excitement. What helped me was to write the name like whole government name lol!! SO EXCITING!!! 💙
It took almost 8 months to pick our girl’s name because we couldn’t agree. We ended up choosing a name we both liked but dismissed early on because we already knew someone with that name. We decided we barely if ever see the person who shares her name. So I’d say go back and look at names you like but eliminated for whatever reason.
Did your mom have a good childbirth? Did she share info with you? My recommendations have always been prepared childbirth classes (Lamaze) and LeLeche's book the womanly art of breastfeeding. Knowledge is everything.
We knew RIGHT away with my first son that his name would be Eli. But with my second son I sometimes wish we named him August in instead of Noah. I will say Noah suits him. He's 2.5 now, and he is truly a Noah!
My sons name was easy for us, we had a hard time with our daughters name I was in the middle of a C-section and my husband and I were still deciding on the name lmao
Before my fiance and I knew the gender, we came up with a girl's name immediately, literally one name and we both loved it and so it's always been our first choice for a girl, for a boy it took us a while but we did finally find one we both liked. I feel like boys names were just so much harder for me especially because I didn't want to use a name that was already in the family, I wanted something original but not "out there" and we both like old names so that's how we eventually chose the name we did. All that hassle for nothing though because we ended up with a girl lol.
😊 nope his name was very easy. We named him Jason this was 48 years ago. I had no troubles finding a name for him and it fit him perfect and it still does just make sure you don’t name him anything weird or screwy they are the ones that have to grow up with it? Or if you find it unusual name, give him an a middle name that he could use if he wants to.
That moment when you said "I am so ready to meet him" I remember that to the mostest! And when you get to finally hold him in your arms, that wait is just so worth it ✨️almost...almost, mama✨️
I relate to the baby name thing. You technically have until they hand you the paperwork after birth to decide lol! With our daughter we were stuck between Eden and Olivia and as soon as we met her we were like “oh yeah she’s definitely an Olivia!”. Same with our boys. Just have a few faves and middle name options and it’ll all work out after delivery, I promise! 😂
23 weeks pregnant with girl twins and we have one name we know for sure, but the other we have no idea! So hard to think of names especially same gender all at once lol So I get you girl!
Ok so i feel like naming animals is way different then naming a human. Also naming a girl is way easier than naming a boy. I had no problems naming our two girls but when it came time to name our son it was so hard. So don’t feel bad about not having a name picked out yet
I felt the same way about my son’s name. I had a girl name but when we found out it was a boy I had nothing. Nothing sounded like I could imagine saying it forever. Even when we found a name I was still hesitant, now that he’s a toddler I wouldn’t change anything
Alex, with my last son, we couldn't settle on a name. Nothing felt right. We ended up leaving the hospital without giving him a name. The hospital would call and call to see if we had a name. Finally, we heard a name, and we knew it was the right one. We laugh about it now, but it was sooooo stressful!!! 😂
My husband and I waited to name our son until he was born. We had a couple top names, and looking back, I think deep down, we both knew his name was going to be what it is. But I really just wanted to see his face and decide for certain. No problem with that!
Picking a baby name is sooo hard! I had a first name in my heart for our daughter before I even knew I was pregnant but convincing my husband to like that name as well was tough. However picking her middle name I was completely blank on. I went into labor with two choices and ultimately decided on one after baby was born but to this day I still don’t feel called to her middle name in the same way I felt called to her first. Kinda just threw it in there once it was time to fill out the birth certificate
Don’t feel bad we picked our daughters name while I was in labor. We were so sure she was a boy so all we had was a boy name and while I was in labor, we went just in case what do you think about this and we had our Bridget.
Both my girl's, I heard the name and I just had this "omg that's it!" moment. I went to my husband with them, and he loved them too, (which he never liked any of the names I picked out) so we knew those were it.
Totally get finding the right name! When you meet him, you will determine his name! I went through a baby name book. Every night we would read page by page out loud. When we got to the name Garrett, we looked at each other and we both loved it! We stopped there and we used a family last name as a middle name. Good luck! 🍀 Make sure you take a nursing bra to hospital with you! It will be a good send! ❤. Btw, love seeing all the baby boy outfits! I'm a BoyMom!
We had the same name issue.....but we always said---we will wait until we SEE his face in person. WE still struggled for a day after he was born....but he is now Bronson Boone and it fits.
My son and daughter were named before they were born, I knew instantly what they were called. But my youngest was a nightmare, he was even named something completely different up until a week after birth lol Eventually I was like nope it's not his name, it's not right. So we gave him a different name and now I couldn't imagine him being anything else. You still have time yet, don't worry. :)
Happy Thursday! ❤ Did anyone else struggle with choosing a name for their baby?! 🥲
🚨🚨🚨 Also, I appreciate the comments about the Alani energy drinks while breastfeeding. I’m not sure why my doctor said it was okay but I will definitely not be drinking them while breastfeeding. ❤
So maybe try this pick one or two names that you love and when you see him you will know.
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I was “baby” for about a month after being born 😂
yes definitely struggled. My first son I barely got him named as we walked out the door! They were like "ma'am you need to name him now" 😂
Names are SO hard! It’s impossible to name someone you’ve never met! You can’t picture it because there’s nothing there to name! Also there’s nothing wrong with waiting until he’s born! And it’s also okay to not feel like it’s “right” yet. Honestly every baby grows into their name! No pressure. It’ll come. ❤
I would not drink energy drink while breastfeeding
@@jaydenpurrington4969 I agree. I’m surprised she said her doctor approved it. As the engery drink company itself will not approve it , nor does ANY other physician. It’s so scary she drinks them especially after her miscarriage last year. You’d think she be on high alert. I worry about her , in a good way. Seriously.
I know SO many people that drink Alani energy drinks while breastfeeding, even I have drank one from time to time and my son is 9 months old and absolutely healthy. There is solid evidence that this does not affect baby.
She shouldn’t be drinking it while she’s pregnant either
@@jessiemartin11that’s not true, it depends on the baby, it states that some babies can become restless ect because they could be sensitive to certain ingredients.
@@jessiemartin11 provide the solid evidence. Because every physician you speak to and the actual Alani company will not say they approve anyone drinking white pregnant or nursing. None. I’m not arguing with you. I just have read a lot about energy drinks and they are not good for anyone , especially pregnant and nursing women.
Your doctor is so WRONG on the caffeine/energy drink approval while nursing. Please get a 2nd opinion!
She is not 1000% wrong, it's literally a CDC recommendation to stay under 300mg of caffeine. Some babies are affected by caffeine, which doesn't automatically mean hers will be. If that was your experience, then that is strictly anecdotal, not fact, and to call her doctor 1000% wrong is gross. Unless you're going to tell me you have a PhD in neonatology and pediatrics with a concentration in the affects of caffeine and breastfeeding, but im willing to bet this is just based on the google research you did with no regard to source or bias and probably the advice from YOUR ob?
I'm sure if Alex finds that her baby is irritable, fussy, or having trouble sleeping, she will cut out caffeine to determine if that is actually having an effect or if it is something else.
@StarlightNirvana She's already stated she researched it or spoke to someone else and her doctor was wrong. You're gross honey, bye.
@@StarlightNirvana Caffeine from a cup of coffee or a cup of tea...sure. Caffeine from a chemical laced concoction with questionable ingredients?! yeah no.
@@best_life_beccawhy is she gross? Because she disagreed with you?
@02sobo Sure, if that's why she called me gross initially, then same.
It’s not going to kill anyone to sacrifice certain items while pregnant or breastfeeding
why don't you mind your own business and let Alex tend to hers. Huh?
A quick Google search of if it is safe to drink energy drinks and you’ll see it’s says not to drink while even pregnant and especially breastfeeding. It’s not just the caffeine it’s all the other ingredients. Alani themselves doesn’t recommend it.
It can truly hurt your child. Just an fyi.
You’ll learn to put your child’s safety and needs before your needs. Especially drinks and foods.
God bless❤
✨No one asked for your opinion ✨
@@cindylewis7072 they have to put that warning label in case something bad happens. Obviously don't go overboard with the consumption, but one can every now and then is not going to hurt anyone.
The one time I tried an alani drink at costco it made me nauseous and dizzy. And it was only a sample. Made my 11yr old sick too.
@cindylewis7072 That last little jab was incredibly unnecessary. I hope people in your life talk to you way better, and give you much more credit, than you do strangers on the internet.
My quick Google search didn’t show that. It all in moderation. And even if she had one a day, it’s still lower than the amount that is ok to have daily. And I think she will be a great mother and put her baby’s health and well being always first. 🤦🏻♀️
Please please please don't drink energy drinks while breastfeeding baby!! My Mum's a NICU nurse and so many babies are so heavily affected by things in their parents systems! She's seen tiny premmie babies addicted and suffering withdrawals from so many different things!!
Also I think the name will come to you, but it's nice you're giving it a lot of thought! My parents had their own preferences, and then decided on one they both agreed upon. Meanwhile I grew up feeling my name didn't fit me right and mostly disliking it from about age 7 onward, and ended up changing my name in my later teens haha!
You can drink energy drinks while breastfeeding. There is a wide consensus that they do not affect baby. Drinking them while pregnant is a whole different thing.
@@jessiemartin11 there’s more than just caffeine in energy drinks, usually various herbal supplements and added levels of B vitamins, but people can go for it if they want to risk it. There isn’t data to show how those additives could affect babies yet, given modern energy drinks haven’t been around for that long. I’ve just heard far too many stories and witnessed some as well of things harming babies that I wouldn’t have necessarily expected, so I personally wouldn’t ever risk it.
@@jessiemartin11 Maybe but why even chance it? Just don't drink the things for a year or so while you're breastfeeding. It's not something necessary to live. If you can't give something like that up for your child then you don't need one.
@@MdnightWnd💀😂
My advice is to put a peri bottle in each bathroom so you can have it readily available when you need to go. Pack the Freida in your purse/diaper bag. (It has a case.)
Heads up, the swelling (your feet/legs/hands) can happen AFTER baby. I couldn’t wear shoes for weeks after. Drinking lots and lots of water helps
yes!!! peri bottle was my best friend!!!
Did urinating hurt for first week or so for anyone else or just me?
@@markiabumpers everything down there was painful!! honestly moms get destroyed after delivery
it takes a solid month to get somewhat back to normal!
OMG, I remember that as well - the swelling AFTER giving birth!!!! It lasted about a week for me - sooooo annoying!!!! And that was 28 years ago!! LOL!
so you will see that many doctors will give different advice on different things. My gut would say generally avoid energy drinks while breastfeeding. But caffeine is ok. Sometimes babies can’t tolerate caffeine while breastfeeding and it will throw off their sleep. This happened with 3 of my nephews. Just because someone tells you something is wrong, doesn’t mean your doctor is incorrect. Sometimes there are gray areas for sure in parenting.
The company even said not to drink them while breast feeding
I don't know if this had been mentioned but when it comes to baby sizing...... TAKE IT WITH A GRAIN OF SALT! All brands seem to be different and my 12 month old is in 18-24 months right now! Keep it all out within reach and try different things has baby boy grows. We had a ton of cloths we bought from friend for very cheap and my son was only able to wear half of it because the seasons didn't match and he grew this first year so fast! Love you girl!!!!
Your hairstylist needs to do a better grow out for you! I only get my hair done like two times a year and it looks good throughout the year. I feel like your grow out is so stark every time. I just think you could maybe find someone better especially for being a busy mama soon!! ❤
Listen...baby names are difficult. You're making a life-long decision for someone else to live with, it's a lot of pressure! It took us so long to settle on our daughter's name too but once we did we never went back. Whatever you pick, you have put so much thought into it, it will be the right one for him 💙
We put a lot of thought into our son's name, made sure the meaning of it meant good character qualities and was very special to us...he ended up absolutely hating it and only goes by his middle name now. Eventually he is going to have it legally changed. You can try your hardest to give your kid a great name but sometimes it just doesn't work out. 😢
Advice: have some ideas for names but wait to see him to actually decide. When you see him you’re going to know what’s right.
We did classes with our first and I’m so glad we did. I know labor and delivery is unpredictable, but it was nice to have a general understanding from a professional.
I loved seeing the hand-me downs! Brings me back to when I would get clothes from my older cousins!
Aw yay okay! I’m glad you liked that segment 🥰🥰
Sounds like you need a new OB/GYN 😂
Here is a quick little tip for you, Alex. Anything that the nurses bring in your hospital room for the baby, whether it's diapers, wipes, or formula anything make sure you take it. The hospital will charge you for everything that is brought into your room.
Dang! 😮 USA hospitals and healthcare is wild!
That’s not true they charge you for the things that you buy not the things that you carry into the room if they’re charging you for stuff you carry into the room they’re ripping you off😡
@@Gayla.Aucointhey mean anything the hospital employees bring in the room is charged to the patient because it can no longer be used for any other pt once it enters the room… disposable/one time use items that is…
maybe that's why your skin is clearing up, no energy drinks?
My biggest recommendation is adult diapers for post birth. The last thing you wanna worry about is a pad shifting in your underwear or anything. Plus they’re comfy and will hold your ice pack really well.
I love your mom! She seems so fun!
My mom said she had the hardest time naming me and even was asking the nurses to just tell her their favorite girl names and she just picked the one she liked best but it honestly suits me so sometimes it’s not as simple as it seems and that’s okay ! You got this regardless!
Something I didn’t know with carters sizing specifically, it will just say 6 months on the tag but the size is 3-6 months. 9 months is 6-9 months, etc. I waited until baby was 3 months to break out the 3 month clothing and it was too late 😅 lesson learned!
Thank you for the tip!!❤
Be careful with the hospital “having everything “ cuz everything down to a bandaid they charge you!!!! If you have insurance then it won’t matter but if you’re limited on insurance payouts a bandaid is like over $100!!!!
@@megcreates2.0 eh...anything that is already in the room besides the fixtures and linen and stuff is already charged room and board.
Depends. You won't regret having them at the hospital.
Too funny! I just packed my bag yesterday (vlog coming Sunday) and I got Depends!! 🥰 thank you!
I was about to comment and say this!
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My husband and I had a list of almost 5 names for our baby girl and I stressed so much up to the day she was born. We couldn’t agree on a name for her, and as soon as one felt right, we changed our minds a few days later. Ultimately, we waited until she was born and just knew as soon as we saw her ❤ I recommend finding a list of names you both like and just see what feels right when he’s here😊
Don't forget if baby is bald put spf on his head and face..don't forget that if ur hot baby is hot if ur cold baby is cold..don't put a bunch of blankets or long sleeve stuff in the heat..
This is just my opinion but I was ginormous with my first pregnancy, like got up to 288 pounds and I was already an apple shape before hand. The hospital panties were amazing I loved them, they are so comfortable surprisingly. 😂
My son is 18 months old and I’m low key triggered by all the unsolicited advice in your comments 😂 takes me right back to pregnancy where I was like OMG people, stop telling me what to do or pointing out every tiny thing I’m doing “wrong” or coming at me with the patronizing vibe! Alex, you are going to be an amazing mom. Everything you do will be just right for your child. ❤️
Also! We were so set on our son’s name from like 3 months into my pregnancy 😂 We both agreed on Rocco and it just felt right. We did, however, change his middle name from Vincent to Joseph at the last minute.
With all due respect to your doctor…she is not a lactation consultant nor are they required to be educated on what is safe for breastfeeding. Caffeine isn’t the issue in energy drinks…things like ginseng, taurine, guarana, creatine, green tea leaf extract, coffee bean extract, and BCAAs are the problems. They can elevate babies heart rate, blood sugar and blood pressure. Also could affect hormones. Better to be safe than sorry. Just do more research and talk to someone who’s actually certified in lactation. 🤍
Thank you for the info! I appreciate it ❤️ I’ll definitely check with lactation specialists ☺️
@@ellisisland6490yes, let’s not downplay the knowledge your physician will provide
@@AlexandraIreneRodriguezAvoid CAFFEINE you would not give your baby coffee or caffeine What u consume so does the baby in the womb and breastfeeding
Drink decafe if you HAVE TOO n decafe tea.
I would not even wear nail polish what's in it and remover isa absorbed through your skin by Osmosis same with hair chemicals
That's what I did and experience I saw n learned
@@AlexandraIreneRodriguezyou have so much grace. I appreciate how well you handle the aggressive, rude comments. You are doing great Alex.
@@FangramiNothing about this comment is aggressive. It was informative. Just because some chooses to address someone in a neutral tone doesn't make it rude. Stop infantilizing Alex and acting like she has the hair trigger of a toddler. She's clearly fine. You're projecting and tone policing.
For names: We had a short list when we went to the hospital, and waited to decide till we got a feel for the baby. We didn't decide till day 3 in the hospital. He told us his name, and we used other names from our short list for his middle names.
Recommend packing a separate emergency csection bag as a just in case
I was not prepared for the surprise at all
My parents had a list of names they liked and then took it to the hospital and waited till we were born to see what felt right. It’ll come to you and he will help you decide. ❤
I would 100% bring adult diapers with you, I found the undies/pads provided so uncomfortable!
Agreed and what a mess around trying to get everything to stick and stay where it needs to be. Adult nappies all the way!
I am curious can you tell us the name you were considering ?
I would recommend the Frida mom boy shorts! Sooooo comfortable during postpartum. The hospital ones were also super comfortable in my option too!
When the time is right you will def know the name you will feel is 100% right. I promise everything will come together the way it is meant to happen. Yall both are so cute about it and will both be badass parents. Much love to you both and your precious growing baby boy ❤
Baby names are difficult! My whole pregnancy my husband and I thought we had a name, I bought things with the initial, we were set. Then I was having a casual conversation with my mum about 3 weeks before I gave birth and we got round to talking about names and both mentioned a name we liked, I then mentioned this to my husband. We then spent the next 3 weeks back and forth over what to call the baby. When he was born my husband just made the call, and the name we went with was the new name, so had to start over again with the personalised stuff. Looking back I can’t imagine my son as the first name! It wouldn’t have suited him
Ha! so my entire pregnancy I had referred to our second daughter as Ivy. I had a custom stocking made with her name, had a blanket made, etc. Two weeks before she was born, I woke up from a dream, and turned over and looked at my husband and said, “ I think her name is Hazel…”
I told him I couldn’t handle the pressure of changing her name, so that he would have to name her after she was born. I ended up with a C-section, and looked over after she came out and said, “ what’s her name?” he smiled at me and said, “ I think her name is Hazel.”
… the Ivy items went to Goodwill lol
What a sweet story!!!
I loved the hand me down haul! Id be happy to watch it all next time!
Names are so wild! We had a named picked for our son, told all our friends and family, had signs made and then when he was actually born, my husband and I looked at each other and were like “oh no, that’s not his name”. Took us a day and half, but ended up naming him something completely different. Always recommend having a few names picked.
So excited for you and Yar! You’re going to be the best parents ❤
Names are hard. And I found boys names even more difficult! We picked a few names and then I remember getting up to feed him on night 3 and I called him ‘Archie’ without thinking and it was like a sudden realisation that that was 100% his name. It was obvious he wasn’t anyone else ❤
We also had a French midwife who said his name so beautifully that we were sold hahaha
But you’re right they’re hard and it feels like a lot of pressure.
Just remember EVERYTHING you eat turns into milk❤ which I’m sure you did a lot of research cuz you mentioned you discuss lots with your doctor ❤
My husband and I had names for our future babies before soon after we were engaged. We both wrote list of names we loved for a girl and boy and considered all the ones that matched. By the time we found I was having a boy I felt good since we already had his name in place. When I saw an 3D ultrasound of his face a whole new name came to mind because of watching a show my husband and I were binging. And when I brought it up to my husband he totally agreed. To this day I don’t know if he just did it because he saw how excited I was or because he 100% agreed, but as corny as it sounds you will know when you feel it - and that may be when you finally hold him in your arms! 😊
❤❤my daughter always called GMA Nana. Your mama looks super cute!
Love it all Alex....ya'll are going to be the very best parents ever ❤
My hubby and I had two strong contender names for the majority of my pregnancy. About two weeks before he was born, I shared a new name that had never been on our list. It stuck! We went with that one and it’s the perfect name for my little guy.
Just FYI the 12 month size isn't always accurate to age past 6-8 months expect to use 12 month clothes when your child is 6-12 months if you are lucky and have a skinny small average on the charts child, all my kids were always 95% on the chart and wore clothes double their age and they are all normal size :)
We choose two favorite names and started saying them out loud to each other calling him the names and the right one just sounded right
I didn't get told this by a doctor but by a friend--you can order a fancy breastpump (with accessories) through health insurance through websites like aeroflow or if you call your dr you might have a recommendation from them. Not sure if you've gotten one yet.
Thank you! Yes we ordered one through our insurance 🥰❤️
@@AlexandraIreneRodriguezget a manual hand breast pump you will be happy about that and get sometimes to catch milk on the other boob for your let down
We had a name picked out for our daughter, then when I had her and first seen & held her I was like, no. The name didn’t fit her. Actually chose something we never even thought of before. Very happy with how it turned out
When we were trying to pick a name for our kiddos we played the name game, you know...Hannah, Hannah, bo bana, and so on if any part of the song came out offensive as with the name "Chuck" we skipped to our next. The middle name was either my middle name or my guys. Enjoy this time and know you've got this!❤🎉
The little drink holder with the defective part will eventually get lose and pop
Off and break… it gets stuck on everything… when shopping!! Sincerely this momma to two kiddos ❤
I've never had kids, but I've been told that when you meet him/them, you will feel the right one!
Boy names are so challenging! My son is 27 and while I was pregnant with him, he was Jospeh until 5 months in and I just did not feel it! So I named him Mason! He’s a perfect Mason! 💕
Those were vultures that you saw, not turkeys.
Those are turkeys... hunter here, their not vultures 😂
Love target’s Auden nursing bras. I’ve used them through both breastfeeding journeys. Definitely recommend an angled peri, just makes it easier less messy. And as a size 18 the hospital undies fit fine.
For each of my babies we had a name for a few months and ended up changing it in the hospital. We went in with 2-3 names and waited to see what they looked like.
The name game! I have always always loved making baby name lists. My two favorites since I was a little kid are now so popular 😂 The fact I won't be having a kid (most likely very unlikely) doesn't stop me from still making them. And yesterday randomly thought of a girl name to go with my last name and it just felt perfect. And it has never been something close to a name I liked. So it will all work out! I 100 % believe you will know it at the right time
Don’t forget to pack nursing pads, you’ll wake up a day or two postpartum covered in your own milk. I learned the hard way, definitely a necessity. Even if you’re not breastfeeding your milk will still make an appearance 😂 good luck Alex! Im so excited for you!!
I had 4 names picked out for my daughter and once I first feed her I named her something totally different. Don’t stress or let the urge of social media give you anxiety about a name. It will come!
When we found out we were (very surprisingly) pregnant my husband had a girl name he always loved and I had a boy name I always loved… when we learned it was a girl it was easy! We named her his favorite name Alexandria 💕 we love our baby Alex! If it would have been a boy he would have been my favorite name Benjamin.
You should get your hair done before the baby comes so it looks fresh in your pictures when he’s here !!
I had my daughters named planned for a long time before she was born, but for my son, he ended up being a premie and I went to the hospital 5 weeks early with no name prepared. I just kind of looked at my husband and said a name with a questionmark and we agreed. I'm sure we could have chosen something better, but we love his name :)
The mesh underwear work great too instead of the entire underwear. They stretch a lotttt and I’m plus size and you can get the super absorbent pads and change as you go, it’s all about preference.
I named my son as I was filling out the discharge paperwork leaving the hospital - I just wanted to submit the birth certificate paperwork before I left haha. I had 4 names picked out and went back and forth a thousand times. My husband didn’t care one iota - he had just vetoed a couple of the earlier options 😂
Just a suggestion. I would walk into the hospital with 2-3. of your top names and wait until to you see his face! My mom was going to name my sister Jade Victoria but when she seen her after delivery she ended up naming her Stephanie Rose
We are about the same size. With my first baby I wore the mesh panties from the hospital, but they weren't comfy. My next baby I had at a different hospital and the most amazing nurses took care of me. One nurse brought me probably 12 pairs of their mesh panties and they were the hipster style. She said they would be more comfortable for me and she was right! Turns out with the 1st baby they gave me the brief style and they didn't fit my curves properly. Just a heads up to ask for hipster style if they bring you the brief ones.
I’m the eldest of many siblings and even with all the “taking care of them” it so different when it’s your own. I have burped my siblings and a nurse came into the room and took my son to show me how the right way to do it. 😂
Funny story. My daughter decided she didn’t like her name and changed it. 😅
I did the same thing as your daughter haha, it's hard to know what will suit a tiny human when they're a little baby vs as they grow up!
Yes girl! We struggled so much with our girls name .. oh man all we had was a nickname 'little Peanut' 14 now plays basketball & I still scream GREAT THAT BALL PEANUT!! LOL! We found boys names much easier, and as latinos we had to figure out first & second names ... Dont feel bad or pressured it's all part of the excitement. What helped me was to write the name like whole government name lol!! SO EXCITING!!! 💙
The baby’s age my not always go with the size of the clothes
Def get your own Peri bottle the longer ones with the angle are way better
It took almost 8 months to pick our girl’s name because we couldn’t agree. We ended up choosing a name we both liked but dismissed early on because we already knew someone with that name. We decided we barely if ever see the person who shares her name. So I’d say go back and look at names you like but eliminated for whatever reason.
Did your mom have a good childbirth? Did she share info with you? My recommendations have always been prepared childbirth classes (Lamaze) and LeLeche's book the womanly art of breastfeeding. Knowledge is everything.
We knew RIGHT away with my first son that his name would be Eli. But with my second son I sometimes wish we named him August in instead of Noah. I will say Noah suits him. He's 2.5 now, and he is truly a Noah!
Looking through the clothes was so cute! I wouldn’t mind watching you go through the whole bag!
My sons name was easy for us, we had a hard time with our daughters name I was in the middle of a C-section and my husband and I were still deciding on the name lmao
My son calls my mom Honey. It's the cutest!
That’s what my family called my grandma! I love it
My son called me Honey 😂
Before my fiance and I knew the gender, we came up with a girl's name immediately, literally one name and we both loved it and so it's always been our first choice for a girl, for a boy it took us a while but we did finally find one we both liked. I feel like boys names were just so much harder for me especially because I didn't want to use a name that was already in the family, I wanted something original but not "out there" and we both like old names so that's how we eventually chose the name we did. All that hassle for nothing though because we ended up with a girl lol.
😊 nope his name was very easy. We named him Jason this was 48 years ago. I had no troubles finding a name for him and it fit him perfect and it still does just make sure you don’t name him anything weird or screwy they are the ones that have to grow up with it? Or if you find it unusual name, give him an a middle name that he could use if he wants to.
That moment when you said "I am so ready to meet him" I remember that to the mostest! And when you get to finally hold him in your arms, that wait is just so worth it ✨️almost...almost, mama✨️
I've heard that some couples have a name picked out, but the minute they see the baby it is not right, and they name the baby something else....
I relate to the baby name thing. You technically have until they hand you the paperwork after birth to decide lol! With our daughter we were stuck between Eden and Olivia and as soon as we met her we were like “oh yeah she’s definitely an Olivia!”. Same with our boys. Just have a few faves and middle name options and it’ll all work out after delivery, I promise! 😂
23 weeks pregnant with girl twins and we have one name we know for sure, but the other we have no idea! So hard to think of names especially same gender all at once lol So I get you girl!
Ok so i feel like naming animals is way different then naming a human. Also naming a girl is way easier than naming a boy. I had no problems naming our two girls but when it came time to name our son it was so hard. So don’t feel bad about not having a name picked out yet
I felt the same way about my son’s name. I had a girl name but when we found out it was a boy I had nothing. Nothing sounded like I could imagine saying it forever. Even when we found a name I was still hesitant, now that he’s a toddler I wouldn’t change anything
Now I’m curious what you picked 😅
Alex, with my last son, we couldn't settle on a name. Nothing felt right. We ended up leaving the hospital without giving him a name. The hospital would call and call to see if we had a name. Finally, we heard a name, and we knew it was the right one. We laugh about it now, but it was sooooo stressful!!! 😂
I am so excited for this baby! Have a three month only myself ❤
I hate the uppa baby cup holder 😂 it always falls off. Now it just lives in the basket 😅
I love your dark hair! I just went back to my normal hair color... Tell your mom she looks so cute!
My husband and I waited to name our son until he was born. We had a couple top names, and looking back, I think deep down, we both knew his name was going to be what it is. But I really just wanted to see his face and decide for certain. No problem with that!
Hey Alex, just a heads up the underwear the hospital provides are very comfortable and fit everyone. They have so much stretch. They fit everyone 😊
Picking a baby name is sooo hard! I had a first name in my heart for our daughter before I even knew I was pregnant but convincing my husband to like that name as well was tough. However picking her middle name I was completely blank on. I went into labor with two choices and ultimately decided on one after baby was born but to this day I still don’t feel called to her middle name in the same way I felt called to her first. Kinda just threw it in there once it was time to fill out the birth certificate
So exciting!!! ❤
Don’t feel bad we picked our daughters name while I was in labor. We were so sure she was a boy so all we had was a boy name and while I was in labor, we went just in case what do you think about this and we had our Bridget.
Both my girl's, I heard the name and I just had this "omg that's it!" moment. I went to my husband with them, and he loved them too, (which he never liked any of the names I picked out) so we knew those were it.
my ababy didnt get a name till she was 3 weeks, but then i came to us, sometimes its best to see your baby to see what suits him xx
No caffeine unless you want a screaming baby and no sleep. Not worth it
Totally get finding the right name! When you meet him, you will determine his name! I went through a baby name book. Every night we would read page by page out loud. When we got to the name Garrett, we looked at each other and we both loved it! We stopped there and we used a family last name as a middle name. Good luck! 🍀
Make sure you take a nursing bra to hospital with you! It will be a good send! ❤. Btw, love seeing all the baby boy outfits! I'm a BoyMom!
We had the same name issue.....but we always said---we will wait until we SEE his face in person. WE still struggled for a day after he was born....but he is now Bronson Boone and it fits.
My son and daughter were named before they were born, I knew instantly what they were called. But my youngest was a nightmare, he was even named something completely different up until a week after birth lol Eventually I was like nope it's not his name, it's not right. So we gave him a different name and now I couldn't imagine him being anything else. You still have time yet, don't worry. :)