As a current pumper, I think you should definitely explain what the issue was because otherwise he'll wonder what you were REALLY doing.

Of course, I'm not to secretive myself. I put a sign on my door three times a day that says "PUMPING, DO NOT ENTER" and very loudly declare the pump when I fly. In fact, when a screener told me he might have to confiscate my cold pack because I didn't have any milk in the bottles (was going to pump AFTER security), I was ready to announce "I'll fill the bottles right now." But I didn't have to, luckily.

So sad. I remember reading that Bush was trying to avoid the Clinton last minute push for new regulations. I thought "how responsible." Silly me, it was just a push to get all the new regulations out earlier.

Absolutely true. In my (albeit limited and anecdotal experience), female attorneys are more willing/eager than male attorneys to reduce hours/leave earlier once they become parents.

Why? My theory is internalized gender roles despite our best efforts. And the fact that full time attorney doesn't leave a whole lot for, you know, life.

17:23 - Brilliant.

I live in West Springfield and honestly don't think you'll find it "mean DCUMish" here. I would suggest looking in some of the neighborhoods off Sydenstricker between the Parkway and Old Keene Mill. The elementary schools are great, and depending on the house, also walkable. The houses should be in your price range and many have lovely established trees.

Hi OP

It does sound like a combination of depression and exhaustion.

I am a big believer in antidepressants. I have taken zoloft through two pregnancies and nursing. If you're worried, there's enough anecdotal evidence that it's safe for breastfeeding babies, adn way healthier than a parent who can't cope. There haven't been studies sadly. There's also a medical researcher in a southern university (I'm thinking maybe in Atlanta) who specializes in this, and has great materials. I wish I remembered his name or university.

Also, I have a 5 mo old who still wakes up 3x a night (argh) and I did all night feedings until I realized a couple of weeks ago that I just needed help. I gave DH an assignment: any wakeup before 2 am is yours. Use formula. I'll take the ones after. That works for us because DH is a night owl. By the 2 to 4 am feedings he's too zombified to be useful, which is why my earlier attempts for assistance were more frustrating that useful.

Good luck.

Stomp rockets are really fun (even for grownups) and a great way to burn off energy.

Does anyone have a cite for the proposed rule in the Federal Register? I plan to comment, but would like to read the actual rule first.

I had anemia with my last pregnancy and had no dizziness. Symptoms were extreme exhaustion and inability to focus. Imagine spending all your energy to get to work then not being able to do anything once you get there. Or needing to take a nap after making breakfast. It was awful, but different. From my research, that seemed pretty classic for anemia.

I also breastfeed on demand. But, at the 2 mo appointment, I asked my ped, mother of twins, how to help the baby sleep longer and she suggested stretching out the every 2 hour feedings to every 2-3 hour. I just pushed it a few minutes for a couple of weeks (more soothing before offering the breast) and I think it helped. She said schedule was a godsend to her...

But truly, even with reducing night wakings, I haven't slept through the night for 5 months anyway and am so sleep deprived...

West Springfield not Burke. Virginia Pediatric and Adolescent Center, just off Rolling and Old Keene Mill