Pregnant 6 months postpartum

I was in a very similar position. My girls are 11 months apart and completely unplanned, so my first piece of advice is: don’t panic.

The first few weeks can feel overwhelming because it’s not what you planned, but plenty of mums, including me, have found themselves in the same position and made it work.

My biggest tips: • Accept help when it’s offered. • Rest whenever you can, because pregnancy with a baby is a different level of tired. • Keep up with your vitamins and make sure you’re eating enough, especially if you’re still breastfeeding. • Don’t spend too much time reading horror stories online. • Start thinking about practical things early (sleeping arrangements, double buggy, where baby will sleep, etc.) because it makes everything feel more manageable.

The age gap can be hard at times, but there are some lovely positives too. They often grow up as little best friends, go through similar stages together, and you don’t have to “start over” years later.

You’ve got this! X

I found out 4 months pp 🫣 I’m at peace with it. However did have to introduce formula as breastfeeding became super painful, I was sad but it has helped immensely.
Tricked my TikTok algorithm into showing me all the good bits of 2 under 2 as well 🤣🤣
I’m excited to give this stage of life my all and then enjoy them growing up together 💞

Congratulations!

You can continue to breastfeed throughout pregnancy if you wish too. Around 4 or 5 months it can be common for your milk supply to decrease due to pregnancy hormones, your little one might be more fussy during this time, nurse less or even wean completely. Baby might need some substitute feeds with donor milk or formula

Good luck! X

I was 3 months pp and am now surviving with a new born and crazy 1 year old.

The morning sickness was aweful but somehow you make it through. Its going to be exhausting, especially when the oldest is bigger and more active but 10000% worth every second.

My Little boy stopped breastfeeding but that was apparently because the hormones change the milk.

You got this xx