Hi! I totally understand how you are feeling! I am a therapist and I also have a highly sensitive kiddo. I love all the recommendations people have given you! I was going to come on here to recommend OT for sure. There are several great places but my top two would be MLEE and KidVentures for OT. It’s a really great place to start and will help so much! They will also be able to guide you toward next steps if anything is needed outside of what they offer in OT. : ). Feel free to message me if you have any questions or anything. Happy help!
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Christian-based counselor?@White-Whale Hi! These are all great referrals and I would also add in:
Austin Stone Counseling Center
https://www.austinstone.org/initiative/austin-stone-counseling
They have some great Christian child therapists!
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1 year old cries when he has a BMCould be diet related (gluten and or dairy sensitivity). Did it start after antibiotics? If so adding a probiotic can be helpful. “P” fruits can be helpful - think peaches, pears, prunes, etc. Magnesium can be helpful for constipation - leafy greens & legumes are both food sources, but you could also try adding epsom salt to his bath. Chiropractic care can also do wonders for constipation.
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Toe walkerIt would be best to get your son evaluated by a pediatric PT. Toe walking doesn’t mean he has autism. Sensory issues or abnormal (high or low) tone could have been the initial (or continued) reason for the toe walking. If he has been toe walking for this long, his Achilles tendon and calf muscle could actually be shortening making it harder for him to walk normally. Getting a PT evaluation will help you get a better understanding of why he is toe walking and how to fix it.
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Best Non Toxic Tampons - that ACTUALLY Work!While it’s possible you will need to change type & size of your tampon after a major event such as childbirth, it’s more likely that underlying pelvic floor dysfunction is the cause of your tampons not staying in place. If you are not managing intra-abdominal well then your body will push the tampon out. It sounds like this is happening especially during your workouts when we typically generate more intra-abdominal pressure to generate the force needed to exercise.
A sign of good pressure management is that your tampon is further in after your workout than when it started. It’s important to be able to manage pressure effectively to prevent conditions like pelvic organ prolapse and incontinence.
Based on what you have described is happening, I highly recommend you see a pelvic floor PT local to you that can coach you through good pressure management and body mechanics through functional movements to avoid long term pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Best Non Toxic Tampons - that ACTUALLY Work!I have tried most organic tampons. Here are the ones I have tried recently and have stuck with because they actually work!
Plus, you can find them at HEB
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Best Non Toxic Tampons - that ACTUALLY Work!This is an interesting article from NY Post: https://nypost.com/2025/04/10/health/this-game-changer-tampon-had-a-3000-person-waitlist/?utm_source
Waitlist for tampons!! Crazy
Top recommendations from OBGYN: https://www.health.com/mind-body/best-organic-tamponsWhat to Look For in a Good Organic Tampon:
100% certified organic cotton (core and cover)
No synthetic rayon, dyes, fragrances, or chlorine bleaching
BPA-free or plant-based applicator (or none at all)
Biodegradable options for eco-conscious users
Transparent ingredient labelingHope this helps.
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Endometrial AblationEndometrial ablation can definitely be an option for women who are done having kids and just don’t want to deal with periods anymore. It’s often used for heavy or bothersome bleeding when other treatments haven’t worked (or aren’t a good fit).
Recovery: Usually pretty quick — mild cramping or spotting for a few days, but most are back to normal activities within 24–48 hours.
A few things to know:
It’s not for anyone wanting future pregnancies (pregnancy after ablation can be dangerous).
It doesn’t fix hormone imbalances or endometriosis.
There’s a small risk of complications like infection or scar tissue.
Some women experience pain or bleeding later down the line (though not super common).Also — just a heads up — insurance usually requires a medical reason to cover it, like documented heavy bleeding. They often want to see that other treatments were tried first (like hormonal options or IUDs), or that there’s a reason they’re not appropriate for you.
Other options to consider if you’re just over it:
Hormonal IUDs (like Mirena) — can stop or lighten periods for years.
Continuous birth control (pill, ring, patch).
Functional or integrative care — addressing root hormone imbalances to ease bleeding naturally, especially in perimenopause.Hope that helps!
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Favorite menstrual cupPut A Cup In It is such a great resource — the quiz really helped me, too. I actually stopped using my cup for a while because it became uncomfortable, but after retaking the quiz and finding a better fit, I’m planning to give it another go.
Like others have said, there’s definitely a learning curve — especially getting the seal just right. It’s totally normal to need a backup pad at first until you get the hang of it.
And yes, if you have an IUD, it’s important to check in with your GYN before using a cup. There is a small risk of IUD displacement, especially in the first 6–12 weeks after insertion, so it’s worth getting guidance on string length and proper removal technique.
Hope that helps — it’s worth sticking with it if you can find the right fit
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Mouth breather recs in austin txI highly recommend Dr. Heather Hagen
https://www.heatherhagendds.com/
