Has anyone suffered vision changes (temporary or permanent) after pregnancy? I had a couple of episodes of blurry vision during pregnancy, and have been suffering the same for about a week now. My vision is usually perfect, even had an eye exam a couple of weeks ago, and had my eyes checked by my primary physician and she said everything looks great. I am 6 months postpartum, breastfeeding (just starting to wean) and haven't gotten my period yet. The only thing that makes sense is that it is being caused by hormonal changes (as everything is explained...), but it is seriously impairing my daily life; I can't even properly work or use my phone. There might be a typo here and I can't even notice because all the letters are blurred.

Anyone else experiencing insomnia during the first trimester? I’m currently 9 weeks pregnant, and I can barely sleep. I usually get only around 3 hours of sleep per night.
It’s hard to explain, but it feels like my senses are extremely sensitive. Even the slightest sound or sudden movement can wake me up, and sometimes, just falling asleep in the first place is a struggle.
I brought this up with my family doctor, but she didn’t recommend anything. Has anyone else experienced this? If so, what helped you manage it?
I’m getting worried that not getting enough sleep might affect my baby’s growth and development. I would really appreciate any advice or experiences you could share. ❤️

I am currently 19 weeks according to me, I have been delaying my first doctors visit because of a occasion I used drugs but am trying to have a joyful pregnancy although I'm going threw it alone I have no support and am very scared to have any bad drug record during my doctors visits. I'm the past my pregnancy have been good except my last one which CPS was involved but the baby came out clean but not me so actions were taken that prevented me in keeping the baby .... ( my support team my parents died I fell into depression) . Now I've been sceptical to be at a sence of fear cus CPS

I’m planning a baby shower and looking for suggestions on activities or games people could do that aren’t cringe. I’m not a fan of all the guess the size of the bump, or smell the nappy games, but looking for ideas of anything else people may have done that was actually entertaining for people? I want the event more to be a chance to spend time with people, chat and eat food, but open to some more engaging/interactive suggestions. I went to a friends baby shower and they had all the guests there provide a pic of themselves when they were a baby for everyone to guess which was cute - although it was a small do where everyone knew each other and I know there are some people going to mine who won’t have a clue who anyone is!! Thanks

I'm due in December with our first and tbh I'm a little more worried about how I'll feel after giving birth than the birth process. How did you truly feel? For those that prioritize cleanliness almost under a "no matter what" clause, were you OK enough to hop in the shower or was that an absolute no-go? Also, were you able to shower while in the hospital?

I appreciate any responses!

I’ve been married for 3 years now, initially when my husband and I got married, we thought we would wait a year then start having children, but after the one year, I just wasn’t ready. It’s been 3 years now, I’ve graduated from university, working in my field and I even got promoted to a supervisor role this year. I think about having a child all the time but I’m also really worried that I might not be ready to be a mother yet. Time is ticking, I’m 30 years old now, everyone in both of our families have been waiting for us to have children but I always remind myself that it’s not up to them. My husband is amazing, he wants a child but never pressures me to have one unless I’m ready. I do want a child but I’m worried I will loose my independence and honestly loose myself. What if I won’t be a good mother, I try not to overthink it but I can’t help it. Any advice from mothers who have gone through something like this? How is it now after having a child? Have you managed to balance motherhood with your career? How’s your marriage?

Post Partum - I see Freda mom shorts or always postpartum disposable pants here in UK as highly rated options but both only go upto a large? Is incontinence disposable pants just as good if they do an XL?

bigger knickers with thick pads in?

any recommendations as a first time mum & currently 32 weeks with high blood pressure - taking each week as it comes because of possible early delivery.

Hi all!

Could yall give me some rec’s on the following:

- maternity compression socks (already have some swelling)
- maternity leggings, some that have a little compression and are not see thru
- maternity undies, also with compression and comfy.
- which pillow is the best? So far I keep seeing advertisements for Momcozy pillow
- any other maternity clothing you love and want to recommend

We’ve moved two different states since we had our first child (my husband was in residency then fellowship), our first child is now 3. I am also supposed to be “infertile” (according to doctors) so got rid of everything baby related when we moved. This second baby was a surprise. (Thank you mom in heaven-baby due one year exactly from her funeral🤍🥹🙏) We have nothing for our second baby. I was asked by my MIL if I wanted a baby sprinkle. I was thinking of only sharing a registry if anyone asked me. But, we do have absolutely nothing. I actually had started to collect things and we found out our house was infested (a few weeks after we moved in) so we actually had to get rid of that, *too*. 🙃. It’s been tough. Anyways, should I just say yes?

29f My babysfather 28M is currently incarcerated. I am almost 6 months pregnant and also have an infant that’s not his. I live in a state that I’m not from and don’t have any relatives or friends. I had my other baby’s father mother but she blocked me out of her life when I moved out of her house. Anyways. I just recently lost my vehicle and my unborns father family is my only source of support . His mother has recently made comments that she plans on having my baby most of the time , aswell as my baby that’s already here (which she has no relation to) and has never even babysat.. me and my baby’s father were living together prior to his incarceration and his attorney said he’ll likely be out before I give birth. His mother keeps pushing dna testing which this whole thing has me terrified of an upcoming custody battle. What do I do?