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Amanda Wilson

Member since January 2026

Pediatric nurse and new mom - yes, it's still hard!

Ava · 6 months
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Posts by Amanda Wilson

Ava · 6 months old · about 2 months ago

question

Combination feeding - am I doing it wrong?

Ava is 5 months and I've been combo feeding (breast + formula) since month 2 due to supply issues. She's gaining weight well but I keep getting comments about 'nipple confusion' and 'giving up too ...

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Ava · 6 months old · 2 months ago

experience

The unsolicited advice is relentless

Took Ava to the grocery store and got comments from THREE strangers. 'She should be wearing socks.' 'Is she warm enough?' 'You're holding her wrong.' Ma'am, she's fine, I'm a nurse, please let me b...

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Ava · 6 months old · 2 months ago

experience

Trust your instincts - our ER visit

Ava had a fever that everyone said was 'just teething.' Something felt off to me so I took her in anyway. Turns out she had a UTI that needed antibiotics. I'm so glad I listened to my gut. If somet...

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