It's Halftime: Mental resiliency tips for rallying during 2020

I read a meme the other day on Facebook saying how 2020 was different levels of Jumanji, and it’s crazy how accurate that feels. So let’s do a lil recap on some of the events of 2020:

• January: Almost WW3

• February: Australia is up in flames; Maverick enters my world

• March: Coronavirus takes over the world; Toilet Paper becomes gold

• April: Kim Jong Un in a vegetative state rumors; scared of the Auntie that will take over NK

• May: Murder Hornets from Hunger Games released to keep it lively

• June: Ebola: the Sequel & #BLM movements

It’s been a lot to take in. It seems like just yesterday, everyone reconnected over the interwebs due to social distancing and lock downs across the globe. Now it seems like everyone is more divided than ever. The news and social media can be exhausting if it’s all you look at. While it is important to stay informed of current world events and the status of our country, it’s also important to be able to take a moment to reground and recenter yourself.

Mental resiliency is so important if you want to keep yourself from burning out.

Unplug: Take a night off from all social media and news

It’s so much easier to say than it is to do this. You want to be connected. Going through the pandemic, we’ve become even more glued to our social outlets. Which is another reason why it’s a good idea to take a break from it sometimes. Put the phone down and take a breath. Rest your eyes from that ridiculous blue light that gives you life from the moment you wake up to right before your close your eyes for bed. Constant exposure to traumatic events can really take it’s toll on you.

If you’re out there trying to fight the good fight, you need to take care of yourself.

Watch a lighthearted movie or listen to feel-good music

Whenever I don’t feel good, I throw on a sing-a-long movie like any Disney classic. Right now, Maverick has been pretty happy watching Mulan, so that’s the one we go with. Or we’ll play Bruno Mars on Google Play and just dance. Music has this amazing ability to put you in a different mindset.

(Safely) gather with friends and laugh

Sometimes all you need to do is get with friends and just laugh about things. Remember with all that is going on, it is still okay to be happy with your friends. I know that when as a nurse, me and my friends have experienced some pretty sad shit together. The job gets crazy and overwhelming at times, and we literally have to laugh our way through it. If we didn’t, I doubt that any of us would be in this career field still.

Meditate

It’s so much easier said than done to sit still and not think about anything. With the overwhelming amount of information coming at you, it’s hard to redirect your thought elsewhere. Apps such as Calm or Headspace are really great to provide guided meditation. Or even throwing on some chill lo-fi music and just sitting in a room staring out the window can be super helpful as well. If you want to take in the next step further, make an account on doyogawithme.com and take some free yoga classes. Focus on nothing but your breath and the muscle you’re stretching.

Seek therapy if the events have become too overwhelming

Everything you’re going through right now is valid. Whether it’s battling the health crisis of COVID-19, or realizing how close racism is to your home. Whether it’s you personally experiencing it, or if it’s a friend or family member going through it. If you are starting to feel very down and depressed, or anxious, or scared (more than usual), you should seek professional help. Talking it out with someone who won’t judge you can be very helpful.

Be there for one another!

We all want to be strong and stick together, so check in on your friends and family.

Some of your friends and family may be overwhelmed but won’t voice their personal concerns to anyone. So take the time to check in with them to see how they’re being affected by this. It is a lot to take in during the first half of 2020. This is halftime! So rally your team up, give that pep talk, ground yourselves, and get back in the game stronger.

Tips from my experience on starting breastfeeding: The learning process

So I did a thing… I started coursework towards becoming an Internationally Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC)! I think it’s just a small step toward broadening my career toward women’s health, and I am learning through courses and personal experience on what works for myself and mommas. You would think that breastfeeding comes easy because so many healthcare providers will say things like, “it’s natural” or “it’s our innate ability” or even “you’re born to do this!”

But the truth is, breastfeeding is a working relationship between a mother and her baby.

I know one thing, most of the time the issue with breastfeeding is due to a lack of knowledge about how to start or how to keep going. So I’m going to just go over how I started breastfeeding and what I did to make sure that when my supply regulated, it would be enough to feed Mav every day + more for a freezer stash.

But first, disclaimer: The content on my website is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health providers with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.

Related Readings: A Mom’s Review of the Spectra S1 | Make pumping more comfortable | My breastfeeding journey at 3 weeks

The Q&A

How did you even start breastfeeding? Is there a right way or any recommendations for the first latch?

Get that baby skin-to-skin as soon as they’re delivered! Your hospital team will most likely do this anyways because it helps calm baby and regulate the temperature as soon as baby hits that cold, out-of-the-womb fresh air. This will start the sensitive period with the baby, which is also sometimes known as the Golden Hour. (I personally don’t like calling it that because the Golden Hour has a different meaning in the military when it comes to medical attention). The sensitive period includes a few steps to include the birth cry, a quiet alert state, body stability, and the initiation of the first feeding. You’ll want to be patient with baby during this first hour. Give baby all the “welcome to the world” cuddles. Holding baby and allowing baby to wake up and take in all of the senses of your body will help prepare baby for the first latch. Once baby starts showing the cues such as stepping or crawling toward your breast, rooting or suckling on their hands, then they’re ready to try and feed. Making sure you’re in a good position to support baby’s head correctly, and the body so you don’t get tired is important.

What are some of the benefits of breastfeeding right away after delivery?

There are many benefits that come along with breastfeeding right after delivery to include: oxytocin release, stable blood sugars for baby, colonization of good bacteria between mom and baby, and limiting cold stress. Oxytocin is good for momma because that’s what helps the uterine contract in order to deliver the placenta and to contract the uterus after delivery. This is important because having a boggy (soft) uterus can lead to bleeding, which can be life threatening. Most hospitals have a standard protocol for running Pitocin after delivery to help with this process, but it’s always better to get it naturally by cuddling baby! Colostrum is great for helping with baby’s blood sugar because it’s so packed with all the nutrients baby needs. Babies tend to be pretty sleepy and calm after delivery, as you are going to be after laboring all day! Remember that baby worked hard too, so the colostrum is perfect for filling their little tummies so they can continue to sleep.

Skin-to-skin promotes good bacteria growth between the momma and baby which helps with keeping baby safe and helping fight infection. It also gets baby to be familiar with who momma is by the smell of your skin. This also helps regulate their temperature more effectively than the warmers. Babies still have trouble regulating their temperature even months after birth, so it’s important that they have you help them maintain it.

When did you start pumping or expressing milk for baby?

I started right away. I asked to be with baby for at least an hour, and they let me stay with him until he was done feeding. This is because my baby had to go to the NICU to be monitored for his respiration. Once I was transferred to the postpartum unit, I was given a hand pump to help express colostrum to give Maverick through the night. Colostrum is like a shot of nutrients for baby. It may not be a lot, but know that it is enough for baby!

I started pumping as soon as my milk came in a few days later. In the first few weeks, your supply hasn’t regulated yet. Your body works off of supply & demand, so if you’re not removing that milk enough either by pumping or by nursing baby, then you will likely notice a decrease in your supply. The problem that some women can run into if they’re choosing to breastfeed and pump is an over supply of milk. I’ll admit that I was very paranoid about having a low supply and then returning to work struggling to keep Maverick fed, which is why I started pumping 1-2 times a day in the beginning.

Mav wanted to eat at White Sands and I mean… I couldn’t say no

Do you feed on demand or on a set schedule?

I feed on demand when I am with Maverick. Every day I’m with him, I really try to hone in on his hunger, elimination, and sleepy cues. It may seem like I feed on a set schedule because Mav is like clockwork and feeds every 1.5-2 hours. Now at night, he’ll have a 5-6 hour stretch of sleep, but by then my boobs are so full I wake him up and make him feed. Feeding on demand is the best way to regulate your milk supply. If I miss a feeding with him because he’s napping, I will pump with my Spectra S1, which I’ve reviewed in a blog. But remember, your baby is your best pump. So if you can manage to wake baby up enough to feed, try that (unless you need sleeps too, then pump and sleep girl.)

Do you recommend sleeping or waking up to pump at night?

You’ll read a lot about “MOTN pump sessions”. MOTN stands for Middle Of The Night. In the first 2 months before Maverick slept longer stretches, I would be up every 2 hours to feed him anyway. Now that he sleeps longer stretches, I try to feed him right before I go to sleep and then he wakes up around 2-3 to have a sleepy feed session. If he doesn’t wake up, my boobs will be aching enough to wake me up to pump, so I’ll pump. If your milk hasn’t regulated yet, I would recommend doing a MOTN pump to keep your supply up. The longest most IBCLCs recommend for not pumping or nursing is no longer than 5 hours. With that being said, the best time to pump is in the early, early morning. After a few weeks of pumping, you may notice that your breast feel fuller in the morning, and this is due to a higher prolactin level at that time. So if you’re trying to build a stash, it’s best if you do force yourself awake to get that milk, girl!

What would you recommend if I don’t want to start pumping that early, but still want to make bottles just in case?

Bottles are great for those times where you’re on the go and you really can’t feed baby, or if your partner wants a turn to bond with baby through a feeding. If you aren’t wanting to start pumping early on, you can always catch your letdown from the other breast while baby feeds. This can be done using breast cups or the infamous Haakaa. The Haakaa is a non-electric, hands-free way to catch your letdown. It’s a silicone breast pump that uses suction as it’s method to draw out milk as baby is feeding. I’ve been able to catch up to 4 oz in a Haakaa in the early morning.

When would you seek help from a lactation consultant or certified lactation educator?

BEFORE YOU DISCHARGE THE HOSPITAL. It’s so important that you go home feeling confident in starting your breastfeeding journey, even if this is going to be your fourth kid. You want to make sure your baby is latching correctly so both of you are comfortable and you save your nipples from a whole lot of pain. You want to know the different positions. You want to know the importance of skin to skin. All of these questions can be answered by your healthcare providers, to include your OBGYN/midwife, RN, and lactation specialists. KNOWLEDGE IS POWER in breastfeeding, and you can never have enough.

That’s all folks ~

… for now! Like I said, there’s so much to breastfeeding that you’ll always have something new to learn. I’m working on making a printable for pumping sessions and tracking baby’s daily stats of diapers and feedings. I’m also making a few graphics for how to store your pumped breast milk.

Reblog | From the Sea to the Sky in British Columbia

I wrote part of this blog 2 years ago after Sean and I had completed our anniversary escape to Canada. I was excited to be back home after being overseas, and this trip was so much fun. We were able to explore the city of Vancouver, spent a few nights in a secluded cabin near Mount Currie, and then had an adventure at Whistler. Sean really made this trip special for us, so I wanted to bring it back up. With the whole social distancing going on due to COVID-19, it’s been hard on everyone to stay put.

I know we’re all itching to get back out and exploring, but for the sake of the entire world, we should do the best thing possible for the entire world, and stay home to protect each other until we know what’s really going on. I’m a nurse returning to work soon, so thankfully I haven’t had to deal with the hardships just yet, but I have a lot of friends who are on the front lines, and the marks on their faces don’t lie. Stay home, stay safe. And without further ado, a look from the Sea to the Sky in British Columbia.

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Highway 99 in Canada is known as the Sea to Sky Highway. We took this from Vancouver to Whistler, and I kid you not, the view was absolutely breathtaking. It seemed like after each turn there was a waterfall or a viewing point to stop at.

  We didn't have much time on our hands to make it to every stop, so we chose two different points on the highway. Our first stop was Britannia Beach, which is located next to a mining museum. If time permitted, I would've asked my husband to go inside because it looked very interesting. In the 1800s, they discovered copper here, which led to the development of the Britannia Mining Company.  We parked our car in front of the museum store and then walked across the highway to an old railroad track that leads to the beach. My husband was able to fly our Mavic over the lake to capture the view, vlog to be completed soon. Just being by the water was a nice feeling, even if it wasn't for swimming.

Our second stop was about a 10-minute drive north, to Shannon Falls. Shannon Falls is a 335-meter waterfall, ranking it the 3rd largest waterfall in Squamish, BC. This area is perfect for picnicking on your way up to Whistler because it has a large picnic area with tables and a restroom. The waterfall is very well maintained. There is a walking trail that goes up to the falls.

  On our way back down from Whistler, we stopped at Nairn Falls. This was when we were driving from Mount Currie to Whistler, so it's a bit more north. This was a 1.5-kilometer hike on a hiking trail alongside the Green River. To view the falls, there is a fenced platform that has a combination of rock and wood, which is extremely slippery, so approach it with caution. There's an area where you can view the river, and then a higher area to view the falls. Michael was able to fly the drone here, but we did it with caution because the wind was very strong where the falls were coming down.

  The drive to Whistler was about two hours. The weather was on our side that day because it was clear blue skies and minimum wind chill. I would recommend this drive, and I hope to go back and stop at more of the locations along it.

What I actually used in my hospital bag

I think one of the most exciting things I did during my pregnancy was prepare my hospital bag. That, and preparing my son’s nursery. As a nurse that’s had the chance to care for laboring and postpartum moms, I kind of already had an idea on what to bring with me to the hospital and what would be a waste of space. So hopefully this little list can help you decide on what to keep and what to leave at home. We had three bags packed for our time there: mine, Maverick’s, and my husband’s.

Mental note: If I had to give birth during COVID-19, I wouldn’t bring more than I needed. I wouldn’t want to bring my own clothes (in addition to going home outfit) because I’d have to bring that into my home to be washed. I’d rather use the hospital’s supplies, and limit what had to come back into the house. Just food for though.

Momma’s bag

Your postpartum attire | I kind of regret packing so many clothes because I ended up living in that hospital gown to make it easier to nurse Maverick. I brought a few pairs of pajamas that were nice because I thought we would be able to do a Fresh 48 session, but since Maverick ended up in the NICU, that outfit didn’t get taken out. The things I do recommend bringing are your nursing bras, some warm fuzzy socks for when you’re chillin’ in bed, and a comfortable going home outfit. A good going home outfit would probably be sweats or supportive leggings and a comfortable shirt/sweater. If you haven’t already, I’d also invest in a pair of compression socks because you will swell up after delivery. It’s only for a few days, but it gets really uncomfortable when you get up to walk.

Slippers for the shower & walking | I know how dirty hospital floors can get. I’ve had patients vomit and poop on the floor on the same day, and that’s different patients. So whatever you do, don’t walk around the hospital barefoot, even if it’s in your room. Bring a pair of slippers (flip flops *rolls eyes) to wear in the shower, and then maybe a comfy pair of slippers to walk around in. I was lucky enough to be gifted a “spa” set for my secret Santa, so I brought those slippers with me. I don’t like wearing flip flops, so that’s why I brought two pairs.

Hygiene Kit | It’s always smart to bring your own hygiene kit with you when you travel, so the hospital is no different. The soap at the hospital isn’t the best, and neither is the shampoo. So I packed travel-sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, deodorant and toothpaste with me. Then I packed (of course!) my skin care kit. Shout out to Janine and Joey for sending us a hedgie and shiba travel toothbrush! Don’t forget your hairbrush and extra hair ties. Those things will go missing so quickly. Oh, and bring your own towel from home because hospital towels are the size of… baby towels, literally towels big enough for your baby. My hospital towel couldn’t even hold all of my hair.

Depends | Like I said in my postpartum must haves, DON’T KNOCK THE DIAPER UNTIL YOU TRY IT. It was extremely annoying having to try and build a diaper using the Asian pear undies and a chux. Using a diaper was super easy cause I could just change it every time I went to the restroom.

Baby’s Bag

Going home outfit | I didn’t bother bringing baby too many clothes for the hospital because he spent most of it naked anyways. I’ve always swaddled newborn babies naked (just in a diaper) because it’s so much easier for us as nurses to come in and do our assessments. I don’t even like messing with onesies at home, let alone at work when you’re trying to be quiet in the room. So I just brought a couple of outfits to choose from for him to go home in.

Baby Blanket | We brought one because even though it was a little warm here in El Paso, the wind would still be cold. Depending on where you’re at and what season it is, you may not need it.

Boppy | If you plan on breastfeeding, it’s just so nice to have a boppy to give you extra support while you nurse. Babies can get so heavy after a while, even if they’re only 6 pounds like Maverick. What’s nice is you can ask your nurse to help you with all the different ways you can position the boppy to give you the most comfortable position to nurse in.

Breast pump | If you’ve never used a breast pump before, it’s a good idea to clean and sanitize your breast pump and bring it with you. You’ll most likely be seen by a Lactation Consultant before you leave the hospital. This is important if you plan on exclusively breastfeeding since we don’t want our babies to lose>10% of their weight before they go home. Knowing how to work your breast pump is important because you want to make sure you’re using the correct flange sizes, and that you know how to work the settings. I personally like the Spectra S1 because you can charge it, unlike the S2 which requires an outlet. I also recommend the Freemie Liberty as a hands-free pump.

Other things

Car Seat | I’m not sure if it was only a policy at the previous hospitals I worked at, but it could be the case at your facility: baby is supposed to be checked in the car seat to make sure it’s the proper fit for them. At my old facilities, we would conduct an oxygenation test on them if they were small for gestational age (SGA). This is personally my preferred method of how baby should be discharged so I know (as a nurse, not as a mom) that baby is safe on their car ride home. You would be surprised how many people do not bring their car seat TO THE HOSPITAL IN THE CAR… People have really tried to ride home carrying their baby in their arms. DO NOT BE THIS PERSON, CAUSE I WOULD NOT LET YOU LEAVE.

Distraction Items | When you aren’t writhing in pain before delivery, you can pass the time reading a book or watching a movie on a laptop. When your baby is sleeping and you’re wide awake, it’s always nice to have something to fill the time. So make sure you bring something to do for those lulls during the day.

Camera | This is obvious, for photos, duh! Or if you’re willing to dish out the money for someone else to do it, invest in a birth photographer like we did! We do not regret the decision at all!

Snacks | Hospital food can take awhile to get to you, and sometimes it’s not that great. This is not just for you! Make sure your partner has snackies to eat while you’re laboring down. The more snacks you have in the room, the less they’ll have to leave the room. Just make sure that if you’re grumpy because you’re hungry, that they hide so you don’t want to punch them in the face.

Things you’ll most likely get at the hospital

Most people want to pack these because everyone says they’re useful, but you most likely won’t need them until. It’s probably a good idea to buy an extra of the medical supplies for home when you run out of what they give you at the hospital. And remember, whatever they give you in the hospital has to be thrown away when you leave, so make sure you just bring everything they give you in your room (not the equipment, obvi.) But things like diapers, wipes, and personal care items will have to be thrown out after your discharge due to infection control. Bring it home with you! And don’t be afraid to ask for things before you leave like extra bottles of formula if they tell you to supplement while waiting for your milk to come in, or syringes if you plan on expressing breast milk.

• Baby diapers and wipes

• Baby blankets and beanies

• Pacifier

• Premixed formula and nipples

• Gowns

• Tucks pads, Proctofoam, Dermoplast, ice packs, pads/chux, peribottle

Hopefully this helps narrow down your list of things to pack. It can be stressful trying to choose what to bring and what to leave at home. It’s so hard lugging all the extra stuff around. Plus, when your baby comes, you’ll be too busy admiring the little peanut to worry about anything that you may have forgotten!

How to make the most out of social distancing

Strange times we’re going through right now, right? It’s like, the more you tell someone they have to stay home, the more they want to start exploring the outdoors. The more you tell someone that they can finally binge-watch their trending Netflix show (aka Tiger King), the more they want to have a picnic in the park next to everyone else having a picnic in the park. Is it me, or have we needed to go to Target more this week than any other week before this entire pandemic started?

You’re right, it’s difficult not to lose your mind and go stir crazy during this whole “stay home, stay safe” lock down, so what can you do to make it better at home? I’ve been lucky enough to have my hands full with my newborn, so hopefully, you have more time to do these things!

But first, how’s maternity leave going?

Since we were fortunate enough to have Maverick before all of this, we’ve just been hanging out at home for the most part. Part of me wishes he was still in my tummy so I could protect him, but it’s okay. Maternity leave has mostly been me sitting in a chair watching Netflix as I feed or console Maverick. It’s also been cleaning the house because of the doggy fur and dust and reorganizing things to make space for all of our baby stuff. We were supposed to go to Washington to visit everyone so they could meet Maverick, but I guess that’s just going to have to wait until we can use our leave again. So for now, Maverick is going to observe the inside of our home and backyard.

So what can you do?

Clean out your closet

I’ve been putting off cleaning out my closet for so long. Only because I was pregnant and I didn’t know what I wanted to keep for my new momma bod. But it is spring, so it’s a perfect time to do some spring cleaning! Since you aren’t going to be going anywhere crazy during this lock down, it’s a good opportunity for you to go through your closet and try on things you want to keep or get rid of. I know the biggest thing that holds me back on donating/selling clothes is the thought, “if XYZ happens, this would be perfect!” … XYZ never happens. Try to focus on keeping timeless pieces, staple pieces, and a few signature pieces. I’ve found myself moving away from loud clothing and staying relatively plain and neutral. It’s much easier to mix-n-match your outfits if all the pieces are around the same color scheme.

Writing more

You can obviously see that I’ve had more time on my hands to write since I’ve been posting more frequently. Being stuck inside and not being able to hang out with friends or family actually gives you the excuse to spend some time on your computer. If you’ve ever wanted to build a blog or write a book, then maybe right now is your chance to build that foundation! My friend Aleita has already finished her first book and has started working on her second one. Even though she had been working on it for the past year, this little break gave her the time she needed to let her creative juices flow. I’ve had more time to go through my photos, take photos, and organize my thoughts for the blogs I want to write. Even if you start on a free blog like Weebly or Wix, it’s better than not starting at all. Or if you aren’t into writing for the public eye, investing in a journal might be a cool idea to document how your 2020 is going. I’m sure it’ll be an interesting story to tell your future grandkids.

Trying your hand at baking

Okay, so far, I’ve only baked lactation cookies and made pot roast. Other than that, Sean and my mother-in-law have been cooking everything. I’m very thankful for that because I am EXHAUSTED. I do want to get back into baking during my leave though. It’s something that I used to find so much joy in. Cake decorating was so much fun when I was in culinary school. So far, all I’ve done to get this whole baking thing underway has been bookmarking recipes on Instagram. I follow @sweetish.co and @livewellbakeoften. The food they post always looks absolutely delicious, and I’ve followed a few recipes from them that were very simple to do!

Learn how to use a sewing machine

Sean has always prided himself on sewing things by hand. When he got the bright idea of making Maverick a swaddle that looks like a Pokemon, he quickly realized how long it would take to sew it by hand. That’s when we invested in a sewing machine. Now Maverick has a Pokemon swaddle, and I have a sewing machine. I’ve set aside my college t-shirts to have them made into a quilt, but we keep forgetting to send the box to my friend Mrs. Tanya. So I decided during this quarantine season, why not try to learn how to quilt myself? So now I have a bunch of cut up & fused fabric on my table waiting to be quilted together. I’m excited because this is probably the most motherly hobby I could think of. Wait till we get to that Halloween drip this year, my family is going to look fireee.

Play video games

Sean has been doing some catching up on his video games. I just bought Sean Dreams for PlayStation 4. It seems like a very interesting type of game because you can actually make your own game or play other games. It seems like it takes a lot of time to learn, but we've seen a few that were really well done! They also have recently released Animal Crossing, a game Sean and I have both become slightly addicted to. It kind of reminds me of Facebook’s infamous FarmVille. I never played the original AC, but I’m really lovin’ this one. And really, if we can’t get together in person, getting together on each other’s islands in the next best thing right? If you ever want to connect, drop your Friend Code in the comments!

So happy we were able to purchase weights before this lock down started!

Start a new workout routine

You don’t always need to be in the gym to start a fitness routine. Everyone is afraid of getting sick right now, so what better way to protect yourself than getting healthy? Exercise will help boost your immune system! I’ve done a few fitness apps for beginners that I love to include Nike Training Club and FitOn. I’ve also followed @WhitneySimmons and @Brooklynhillfit on Instagram that have great workouts. It’s hard to do those workouts unless you have a home gym though. Anyways, get movin’ at home, get healthy. Not just for your physical appearance, but to live a better lifestyle overall!

Bottomline, stay the fxck home

I can’t stress this enough. If you don’t need to go anywhere then why voluntarily expose yourself to the virus? The cases here in El Paso are going up each day and it’s terrifying watching it come so close to home. If you don’t need gloves or masks, stop hoarding them and donate them to hospitals where the workers actually need them. If you already have 18 rolls of toilet paper, don’t go hoarding another load on your next trip to the store. It’s actually such a frustrating feeling going to the store and not being able to buy Lysol or Clorox because Karen wants to hoard them. Even though Karen is a non-essential worker who is supposed to stay home ANYWAYS. You guys do know that if we want to keep everyone safe and clean, then you’re supposed to let others have the supplies to be safe and clean? Okay, that’s all. Stay home, wash your hands, cover your nose and mouth when you cough and sneeze. #COVID19