Apparently, 7 1/2 month olds can eat apples all by themselves!
A Christmas To Remember...
Z's first Christmas! It was such an amazing time for our little family of three.
Although Z didn't really understand a lot of what was being done and why he suddenly had mounds of toys, clothes, and cardboard (which apparently tastes delicious because I keep having to rip it out of his mouth!!) to play with, he took it all in stride and enjoyed every moment of the day.
On Christmas eve, we met with hubby's family. Our night began with a wonderful candle-lit Church service. Although I had fully expected my little man to sleep, he did the exact opposite (why haven't I learned??) and stayed awake the entire service!! To his credit, he was a great little boy and enjoyed the hour long service. Afterward, we picked up some Chinese food (yum!!), met up with Z's uncles and aunts and enjoyed some gift giving, food eating, and Trailer Park Boys...well, some people enjoyed that last part (ah-hem!). Z went to sleep around 8pm, which is very late for him, but he was a trooper and stayed in good spirits right to end! My good little boy!
Christmas morning we were awoken bright and early by a bouncing little boy standing up in his crib. Hubby brought him downstairs to look at the tree and the presents while I grabbed the camera. Now, as much as I appreciate Z's ability to move (quickly) with his little peg-legged crawl, he made it impossible to get a good picture of his first Christmas. Case in point:
Although Z didn't really understand a lot of what was being done and why he suddenly had mounds of toys, clothes, and cardboard (which apparently tastes delicious because I keep having to rip it out of his mouth!!) to play with, he took it all in stride and enjoyed every moment of the day.
On Christmas eve, we met with hubby's family. Our night began with a wonderful candle-lit Church service. Although I had fully expected my little man to sleep, he did the exact opposite (why haven't I learned??) and stayed awake the entire service!! To his credit, he was a great little boy and enjoyed the hour long service. Afterward, we picked up some Chinese food (yum!!), met up with Z's uncles and aunts and enjoyed some gift giving, food eating, and Trailer Park Boys...well, some people enjoyed that last part (ah-hem!). Z went to sleep around 8pm, which is very late for him, but he was a trooper and stayed in good spirits right to end! My good little boy!
Christmas morning we were awoken bright and early by a bouncing little boy standing up in his crib. Hubby brought him downstairs to look at the tree and the presents while I grabbed the camera. Now, as much as I appreciate Z's ability to move (quickly) with his little peg-legged crawl, he made it impossible to get a good picture of his first Christmas. Case in point:
PLEASE DON'T TAKE MY PICTURE MOMMY!!!
I'm crawling away now. Making your picture blurry. Ha HA!
Give me that camera Daddy!! No pictures today!
LET ME GO!!!!!!!!! This picture taking sucks!
But, after much begging, pleading, feeding, and napping, we were able to get a few good pictures of Z's first Christmas day...
Look at all these gifts!
Heaven!!!
Books, books, books!
He pretty much played with these ducks all morning! Ya, they're bath toys, but he doesn't care!
OK, one cute picture..that's all you get!
We ended our day with a wonderful turkey dinner cooked by our dear friends. Z got the chance to go to another home and crawl all over their floors, climb their stairs, stand wherever possible...you know, the norm. He had a great time and so did we- it was a perfect Christmas with friends and our little family to share it with!
Merry Christmas!!
As we approach my favourite day of the year, you will notice I am blogging slightly less! We've been traveling and entertaining and holidaying...needless to say, Z's schedule is all out of whack, but he's sufficently loved, fed, and played with...that's the best we can do right now!
So if I don't get on here before Christmas day, MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Thank you to those who have taken the time to read my blog over the past few months. I have a ton of post ideas ready to go for the New Year and look forward to sharing them with you.
Until then...
So if I don't get on here before Christmas day, MERRY CHRISTMAS!! Thank you to those who have taken the time to read my blog over the past few months. I have a ton of post ideas ready to go for the New Year and look forward to sharing them with you.
Until then...
MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM SLEEPING IS FOR LOSERS!!
Face-Licking and One Nap
Today, Z wrestled me to the ground. Fun times. Ok, I "let" him wrestle me, but he feels like he did it. Then, he grabbed my cheeks with his chubby little hands, squished them together, and licked my mouth.
LOL!
I think he was trying to give me a kiss...I think??
Regardless, it was so cute and he was so proud of himself. Little stinker!
In other news, I believe we are entering one nap territory. Which drives me BANANAS!!!!! He is 7 1/2 months old and he should still be having two naps (I feel). He gets up at 6am, has a "cat-nap" (30 mins...tops...which is not a nap and doesn't count!) at about 8am, then a real nap from 11am-1pm. That's it.
So his new bedtime has become 6pm because he just cannot make it any longer...not that I'm complaining because I actually get time to work on things like writing (which I love) and reading (which I love even more)...and housekeeping if I remember/desire/have to...
But, between you and me, I wouldn't mind if he went to sleep at 7pm and woke up at 7am...that extra hour of sleep would be amazing!
LOL!
I think he was trying to give me a kiss...I think??
Regardless, it was so cute and he was so proud of himself. Little stinker!
In other news, I believe we are entering one nap territory. Which drives me BANANAS!!!!! He is 7 1/2 months old and he should still be having two naps (I feel). He gets up at 6am, has a "cat-nap" (30 mins...tops...which is not a nap and doesn't count!) at about 8am, then a real nap from 11am-1pm. That's it.
So his new bedtime has become 6pm because he just cannot make it any longer...not that I'm complaining because I actually get time to work on things like writing (which I love) and reading (which I love even more)...and housekeeping if I remember/desire/have to...
But, between you and me, I wouldn't mind if he went to sleep at 7pm and woke up at 7am...that extra hour of sleep would be amazing!
Great Children's Books??
Normally I don't just link from this blog to my other blog on urbanmoms, but I'm looking for some good ideas for books for Z for Christmas (although, I buy them all the time...just happen to have a really good excuse this time!!).
If you get a chance, please pop over HERE and leave me a comment (you don't need to be a member of the site to leave a message), and give me some good ideas for books for kids!
Now that my plug is over, here's some updates:
1) We climbed the stairs today. It took 1/2 hour. He layed down at the top...exhausted. We'll do it again tomorrow...good time killer:)
2) We fed ourselves Gerber puffs (yup, I had some too). He had the BEST time feeding himself. I, of course, am so paranoid that he will choke...but I'm trying to be calm and give him opportunities to eat finger foods because he really enjoyed the experience!
3) STILL NO TEETH
4) I received an email from a division of Random House Canada, informing me that I have the opportunity to write reviews for some of their books!! Which means I will be able to share some of these novels with you all!! Looking forward to it, my friends!
5) We are super busy over here at Sleeping Is For Losers...so if I don't get the chance to blog as often, please forgive and expect a LOT more in the new year!!
If you get a chance, please pop over HERE and leave me a comment (you don't need to be a member of the site to leave a message), and give me some good ideas for books for kids!
Now that my plug is over, here's some updates:
1) We climbed the stairs today. It took 1/2 hour. He layed down at the top...exhausted. We'll do it again tomorrow...good time killer:)
2) We fed ourselves Gerber puffs (yup, I had some too). He had the BEST time feeding himself. I, of course, am so paranoid that he will choke...but I'm trying to be calm and give him opportunities to eat finger foods because he really enjoyed the experience!
3) STILL NO TEETH
4) I received an email from a division of Random House Canada, informing me that I have the opportunity to write reviews for some of their books!! Which means I will be able to share some of these novels with you all!! Looking forward to it, my friends!
5) We are super busy over here at Sleeping Is For Losers...so if I don't get the chance to blog as often, please forgive and expect a LOT more in the new year!!
Really Child...
Today was such a mixed up day for my little man
Here's a play by play of our day (which, started off with him waking up at least 5 times in the middle of the night and jumping around in his crib...):
5am- WAKE UP!!! What what what what?? You never wake up this early...please go to sleep hunny. What's that? You want to eat? OK, mommy will go and get your bottle. And change your diaper. OK- eat up. What's that? You ate the whole thing? You want to go back to sleep? OK...shhhhhhh- back to sleep.
8am- Awake again- thank you for going back to sleep after your bottle. We'll get dressed for the day now. Let's go eat breakfast- oat cereal and pears for you. Honey Bunches of Oats for you. And a HUGE coffee.
11am- Don't you want a nap? You really should think about a nap!! Please honey?? No nap...oh, you have to go to the bathroom. Let mommy change your poopy diaper. Please stop rolling away. Please let mommy wipe your bum. Please don't try to rub your bum all over the change table...I haven't wiped your bum yet. Get back here. Z!!!!!!!! Stop that and come over here.
11:30am- Diaper is changed. I am sweating. You are sleepy now. SHHHHHH!! Go to sleep.
12:00pm- Awake, already?? Come on kid! OK, lunch then- beef and roasted squash for you. Bagel and cream cheese for me. Let's head out and do some shopping maybe you'll be tired when we get back.
1:30pm- Napping again? Awesome. I've got some work to do
2pm- Awake?? COME ON!!!! Please go back to sleep....what's that? It's party time?? Nice...let's go downstairs to party...mommy really has some things she needs to get done....but I guess it doesn't matter today:(
4pm- WAHHHHHHHHHH! (Z, not me) I DON'T WANT TO EAT MY DINNER!!! Ok, I'll just eat the sweet potato, not anything else
4:30pm- WAHHHHHHHHH! (me and Z)
5:00pm- Bath time- splash, splash, splash...mommy didn't need to bother with a shower this morning. I'm covered in a little boy's bathwater!!!! At least he's a happy little boy.
5:30pm- Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus, Don't Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late, My Red Mittens...
5:45pm- So tired. Poor baby. Here's your bottle. You're asleep. Ok, it's really early for you to be asleep.
7:30pm- You're still asleep...but mommy has a feeling that she might be in for a long night/early morning...
Here's a play by play of our day (which, started off with him waking up at least 5 times in the middle of the night and jumping around in his crib...):
5am- WAKE UP!!! What what what what?? You never wake up this early...please go to sleep hunny. What's that? You want to eat? OK, mommy will go and get your bottle. And change your diaper. OK- eat up. What's that? You ate the whole thing? You want to go back to sleep? OK...shhhhhhh- back to sleep.
8am- Awake again- thank you for going back to sleep after your bottle. We'll get dressed for the day now. Let's go eat breakfast- oat cereal and pears for you. Honey Bunches of Oats for you. And a HUGE coffee.
11am- Don't you want a nap? You really should think about a nap!! Please honey?? No nap...oh, you have to go to the bathroom. Let mommy change your poopy diaper. Please stop rolling away. Please let mommy wipe your bum. Please don't try to rub your bum all over the change table...I haven't wiped your bum yet. Get back here. Z!!!!!!!! Stop that and come over here.
11:30am- Diaper is changed. I am sweating. You are sleepy now. SHHHHHH!! Go to sleep.
12:00pm- Awake, already?? Come on kid! OK, lunch then- beef and roasted squash for you. Bagel and cream cheese for me. Let's head out and do some shopping maybe you'll be tired when we get back.
1:30pm- Napping again? Awesome. I've got some work to do
2pm- Awake?? COME ON!!!! Please go back to sleep....what's that? It's party time?? Nice...let's go downstairs to party...mommy really has some things she needs to get done....but I guess it doesn't matter today:(
4pm- WAHHHHHHHHHH! (Z, not me) I DON'T WANT TO EAT MY DINNER!!! Ok, I'll just eat the sweet potato, not anything else
4:30pm- WAHHHHHHHHH! (me and Z)
5:00pm- Bath time- splash, splash, splash...mommy didn't need to bother with a shower this morning. I'm covered in a little boy's bathwater!!!! At least he's a happy little boy.
5:30pm- Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus, Don't Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late, My Red Mittens...
5:45pm- So tired. Poor baby. Here's your bottle. You're asleep. Ok, it's really early for you to be asleep.
7:30pm- You're still asleep...but mommy has a feeling that she might be in for a long night/early morning...
A Family Sunday
I haven't posted in a while.
Please accept my apologies!
Z and I have been busy bunnies- running all around town trying to get our shopping done and visit with friends before they take off for the Christmas season...
Hubs, Z and I had a great Sunday. We got up nice and early (thanks, kid!), made it to church EARLY!!! (a Christmas miracle), grocery shopped, made pizza, and played, ate and slept (well, hubs did) all day. It was an uneventful but amazing day.
I'm hoping that hubs will be home early tomorrow- my bootcamp class was moved to Monday for this week (last one before holidays) and I'm really hoping I can make it. If I can, I'll be sure to post all about it...
But the real reason for my post...we went grocery shopping and there were NO EGGOS. Hubs was really disappointed that he had to buy the No Name brand in order to enjoy waffley-goodness in the morning. Thought Joey over at Big Teeth & Clouds might enjoy that info!
Please accept my apologies!
Z and I have been busy bunnies- running all around town trying to get our shopping done and visit with friends before they take off for the Christmas season...
Hubs, Z and I had a great Sunday. We got up nice and early (thanks, kid!), made it to church EARLY!!! (a Christmas miracle), grocery shopped, made pizza, and played, ate and slept (well, hubs did) all day. It was an uneventful but amazing day.
I'm hoping that hubs will be home early tomorrow- my bootcamp class was moved to Monday for this week (last one before holidays) and I'm really hoping I can make it. If I can, I'll be sure to post all about it...
But the real reason for my post...we went grocery shopping and there were NO EGGOS. Hubs was really disappointed that he had to buy the No Name brand in order to enjoy waffley-goodness in the morning. Thought Joey over at Big Teeth & Clouds might enjoy that info!
A Wonderful Day At Home
Snow Snow Snow today. Lots of it!! Z and I spent the day indoors and have had the best time:
We stood
We played
We wrestled (he's VERY strong and fierce!! Watch out world!)
We laughed!!!
Yeah for indoor snowy days!!!
Dear Dr. Oz
I like you a lot. I find you to be open, honest, and incredibly open minded about alternative forms of healing/medication.
That being said, I watched you on The View yesterday and you said something that really upset me. You said that women who encounter stress in their pregnancy are more likely to have children with serious problems (the example you used was autism).
And I say, how dare you?? How dare you put that kind of pressure and stress on women. As mothers, we already blame ourselves for everything that is wrong with our baby. Heck, my baby gets a bump on the head and I get upset and think people will think I don't watch him properly.
While I understand that the research you quoted would be fascinating to a doctor- it could be a further cause of stress in a pregnant woman/new mother (i.e. me). Pregnant women have enough to be stressed about- our jobs, our rapidly growing body (which you also mentioned, but I won't get into that), our marriages, our unborn baby. Please don't give us anything more to worry about.
I don't have a medical degree. I didn't read the research you quoted. But I have to agree with Barbara Walters (who I almost NEVER agree with) in saying that it is unfair to make a blanket statement like that and end with, "so don't be stressed, pregnant women" (not an exact quote, I know). It's unrealistic, unattainable and unfair.
That being said, I watched you on The View yesterday and you said something that really upset me. You said that women who encounter stress in their pregnancy are more likely to have children with serious problems (the example you used was autism).
And I say, how dare you?? How dare you put that kind of pressure and stress on women. As mothers, we already blame ourselves for everything that is wrong with our baby. Heck, my baby gets a bump on the head and I get upset and think people will think I don't watch him properly.
While I understand that the research you quoted would be fascinating to a doctor- it could be a further cause of stress in a pregnant woman/new mother (i.e. me). Pregnant women have enough to be stressed about- our jobs, our rapidly growing body (which you also mentioned, but I won't get into that), our marriages, our unborn baby. Please don't give us anything more to worry about.
I don't have a medical degree. I didn't read the research you quoted. But I have to agree with Barbara Walters (who I almost NEVER agree with) in saying that it is unfair to make a blanket statement like that and end with, "so don't be stressed, pregnant women" (not an exact quote, I know). It's unrealistic, unattainable and unfair.
Pray Big!
I've been reading an amazing book recently and I wanted to share my favourite section with all you moms out there. You see, as Z is growing, I find myself praying more and more. There is something about having a baby that has made me want to pray more then ever. I pray that he will be safe, angels will watch over him as he sleeps, he will grow and gain weight properly. My hubby prays that Z will love baseball, basketball, hockey, etc.... I kid- sort of!
But guess what? They're all valid prayers! Because if it is important to us, no matter how big or small, it's important to God.
And that, is the premise of the book PRAY BIG FOR YOUR CHILD by Will Davis Jr.
Davis talks about praying Big, Hairy, Audacious Prayers for your child. In other words, don't be afraid to pray big- to not just ask God to help your child survive the school day, but to ask God to help your child to THRIVE at school. Get right in there and ask God for exactly what you want for your child and believe that He will hear and answer.
My favourite part, and the part I want to share with you, comes from a section about laying a good foundation for your child through prayer. Davis shares that a firm foundation (like the one that Daniel obviously had) can make a huge difference in the way your child grows up. Some of the major areas of prayer that he suggests include to:
No matter what stage of parenthood you are in, please really think about picking up this book. It has made a big difference in how I have been praying for my son and the upcoming obsticles and triumphs in his life.
And, whether you decide to read the book or not, feel free to share some of your prayers for your child(ren)...because, in my opinion, praying moms are some of the wisest moms out there
But guess what? They're all valid prayers! Because if it is important to us, no matter how big or small, it's important to God.
And that, is the premise of the book PRAY BIG FOR YOUR CHILD by Will Davis Jr.
Davis talks about praying Big, Hairy, Audacious Prayers for your child. In other words, don't be afraid to pray big- to not just ask God to help your child survive the school day, but to ask God to help your child to THRIVE at school. Get right in there and ask God for exactly what you want for your child and believe that He will hear and answer.
My favourite part, and the part I want to share with you, comes from a section about laying a good foundation for your child through prayer. Davis shares that a firm foundation (like the one that Daniel obviously had) can make a huge difference in the way your child grows up. Some of the major areas of prayer that he suggests include to:
- Pray that your child will awaken to the reality of God
- Pray that your child will have a healthy fear of God
- Pray that your child will develop a Godly character
- Pray that your child will love obedience
- Pray that God's favour will rest on your child
- Pray that your child will grow up knowing the Scriptures
- Pray that your child will recognize the voice of God
- Pray that your child will marry a Godly person
No matter what stage of parenthood you are in, please really think about picking up this book. It has made a big difference in how I have been praying for my son and the upcoming obsticles and triumphs in his life.
And, whether you decide to read the book or not, feel free to share some of your prayers for your child(ren)...because, in my opinion, praying moms are some of the wisest moms out there
7 months!!!
My baby is 7 months old. In his honour:
7 hours ago: I was driving my baby boy home from his Grandma and Grandpa's house. He was very angry in his big boy car seat. Right about 7 hours ago, I pulled into one of those pit stop McDonald's off the highway and wiped his nose (crusty. ew.) and fed him some bottle, which he guzzled. He fell asleep pretty soon after that. There was a lot of snow at my parents but about an hour away, the roads were totally bare. Thank God!
7 days ago: Last Saturday I got highlights (back to blonde, thank you very much), a haircut, and had a dinner party with some family/friends (including another baby). Z fell asleep before anyone got here, which made me kind of happy yet kind of sad because I wanted him to show off his peg-leg crawling:) Our friends' baby was here and was so quiet the entire night. I made mac and cheese, but I made it ahead of time. Next time I would wait until closer to the party because I found it a tiny bit dry:( BOOOO!!!
7 weeks ago: I was searching desperately for a costume for my boy!! Got the last monkey one. Z was becoming AWESOME at sitting up on his own, but he still was bonking his own head a whole bunch of times. He was also becoming better at being taken out in public without having a major freak-out. Case in point, 7 weeks ago hubby, sister and I took Z to the Royal Ontario Museum for his first ever all day, away from home outing. He was amazing- he loved looking at all the people, he ate his bottle like a champ, and he had a snooze in his stroller while we were wandering. It was the first time that I realized that Z was becoming a serious big boy!!!!
7 months ago: I was having my beautiful baby boy. It was one of the hardest experiences of my life- by this time I was in so much pain, so exhausted, and wondering how in the world I would be able to take care of this screaming baby. He literally screamed all the time. Physically, I refused to let on, but I could barely even walk. I forced myself out of bed every time he cried, but I could barely move without crying. The 17 hours of active labour really did a number on me.
That being said, gosh, I can't remember what my life was like without that little screamer. I was so amazed to see his little face, perfect fingers and toes, and red, red hair!!
7 years ago: I was *almost* engaged. Hubs and I had been dating for about 3 months (yes, you read that right) and we were super in love. AWWWW. Although we had discussed marriage (as in, one day, if we get married) I was totally unaware of the fact that hubs was ring shopping and planning to fly to Saskatchewan (where I was spending Christmas) to suprise me with an engagement ring. I was 22 years old, with my first full time job, my own (tiny) apartment, and a boyfriend that I was madly in love with. Life was so good!
So happy birthday baby boy!!! I can't believe you're 7 months old!!!
And FYI, Z stood by himself yesterday. Without holding ANYTHING!!!! Imagine!!!
7 hours ago: I was driving my baby boy home from his Grandma and Grandpa's house. He was very angry in his big boy car seat. Right about 7 hours ago, I pulled into one of those pit stop McDonald's off the highway and wiped his nose (crusty. ew.) and fed him some bottle, which he guzzled. He fell asleep pretty soon after that. There was a lot of snow at my parents but about an hour away, the roads were totally bare. Thank God!
7 days ago: Last Saturday I got highlights (back to blonde, thank you very much), a haircut, and had a dinner party with some family/friends (including another baby). Z fell asleep before anyone got here, which made me kind of happy yet kind of sad because I wanted him to show off his peg-leg crawling:) Our friends' baby was here and was so quiet the entire night. I made mac and cheese, but I made it ahead of time. Next time I would wait until closer to the party because I found it a tiny bit dry:( BOOOO!!!
7 weeks ago: I was searching desperately for a costume for my boy!! Got the last monkey one. Z was becoming AWESOME at sitting up on his own, but he still was bonking his own head a whole bunch of times. He was also becoming better at being taken out in public without having a major freak-out. Case in point, 7 weeks ago hubby, sister and I took Z to the Royal Ontario Museum for his first ever all day, away from home outing. He was amazing- he loved looking at all the people, he ate his bottle like a champ, and he had a snooze in his stroller while we were wandering. It was the first time that I realized that Z was becoming a serious big boy!!!!
7 months ago: I was having my beautiful baby boy. It was one of the hardest experiences of my life- by this time I was in so much pain, so exhausted, and wondering how in the world I would be able to take care of this screaming baby. He literally screamed all the time. Physically, I refused to let on, but I could barely even walk. I forced myself out of bed every time he cried, but I could barely move without crying. The 17 hours of active labour really did a number on me.
That being said, gosh, I can't remember what my life was like without that little screamer. I was so amazed to see his little face, perfect fingers and toes, and red, red hair!!
7 years ago: I was *almost* engaged. Hubs and I had been dating for about 3 months (yes, you read that right) and we were super in love. AWWWW. Although we had discussed marriage (as in, one day, if we get married) I was totally unaware of the fact that hubs was ring shopping and planning to fly to Saskatchewan (where I was spending Christmas) to suprise me with an engagement ring. I was 22 years old, with my first full time job, my own (tiny) apartment, and a boyfriend that I was madly in love with. Life was so good!
So happy birthday baby boy!!! I can't believe you're 7 months old!!!
And FYI, Z stood by himself yesterday. Without holding ANYTHING!!!! Imagine!!!
Stuck..
So Z and I are stuck at my mom & dad's house. They live in Northern Ontario.
The weather was great here and I had planned to leave this morning. But when I woke up, I was given quite the suprise!! SNOW- EVERYWHERE.
Normally this would make me happy. I love the first snow of the season. However, when planning to travel at least 3 hours with a 7 month old, snow is not the greatest thing to see. Especially snow that hasn't stopped all day. Especially snow that hasn't stopped all day and isn't melting as soon as it hits the ground.
So, we're stuck here. For now. Until the plows get out and visibility is better or my hubby comes up to help with the drive home. Because I am not driving my baby and I back alone if I'm going to be stuck on the roads in slow moving traffic with Z strapped in his car seat screaming for 4 hours.
I wish I had my camera so you could see the snow, but sufice it to say that it's too much for this city girl to risk. Praying that it slows down so the roads are clear when I plan to head out tomorrow!!!
The weather was great here and I had planned to leave this morning. But when I woke up, I was given quite the suprise!! SNOW- EVERYWHERE.
Normally this would make me happy. I love the first snow of the season. However, when planning to travel at least 3 hours with a 7 month old, snow is not the greatest thing to see. Especially snow that hasn't stopped all day. Especially snow that hasn't stopped all day and isn't melting as soon as it hits the ground.
So, we're stuck here. For now. Until the plows get out and visibility is better or my hubby comes up to help with the drive home. Because I am not driving my baby and I back alone if I'm going to be stuck on the roads in slow moving traffic with Z strapped in his car seat screaming for 4 hours.
I wish I had my camera so you could see the snow, but sufice it to say that it's too much for this city girl to risk. Praying that it slows down so the roads are clear when I plan to head out tomorrow!!!
Pampers Tips Sheet- A Parent Is Born
Remember being a brand new mom? I certainly do...granted it was just 7 months ago, but those 7 months have been some of the busiest, head-spinningest, mind-boggling moments of my life!
I've waxed poetic about this before- but no matter how many books I read and websites I perused, I was so completely unprepared for new motherhood and all that it would bring to my life. Gah! Who knew that when you read that you wouldn't get much sleep, that meant you wouldn't get ANY sleep?? Who knew that breastfeeding could feel like torture and bottle feeding with formula could end up causing a Niagara Falls of throw-up?? Who knew that everytime my new baby coughed it didn't mean that he had a lung infection and he didn't need to be run to the pediatrician?
I'll tell you who knew: other moms!! As baby Z has grown, other moms have become my best ali and my greatest resource. They know. They know more then any website or book could ever tell me and they're willing to tell you exactly the way it is. Some of the best advice I have heard, I feel, should be passed on to you. Seasoned moms, new moms, expecting moms, or ever people who think they might be moms one day need to know:
Now you have the chance to share that advice and win something for it!! You should know by now that I love myself a good contest, and I wanted to share this one with all my mommy friends out there.
Pampers is creating a Pampers Tip Sheet that will chock full of useful information by moms for moms. Real advice that is practical and useable. Wouldn't you hae killed for that when having your baby?
Enter your best mom tips HERE for the chance to win a $20 gift card (25 winners) or a grand prize of $500 (and who couldn't use that with Christmas right around the corner?). There are two categories:
1. How to cope with going back to work
2. Mom/Baby Sleep Tips
You can enter all tips HERE until December 10th!
And, if you don't mind, feel free to share all parenting tips here with me!! Lord knows I could use them:)
I've waxed poetic about this before- but no matter how many books I read and websites I perused, I was so completely unprepared for new motherhood and all that it would bring to my life. Gah! Who knew that when you read that you wouldn't get much sleep, that meant you wouldn't get ANY sleep?? Who knew that breastfeeding could feel like torture and bottle feeding with formula could end up causing a Niagara Falls of throw-up?? Who knew that everytime my new baby coughed it didn't mean that he had a lung infection and he didn't need to be run to the pediatrician?
I'll tell you who knew: other moms!! As baby Z has grown, other moms have become my best ali and my greatest resource. They know. They know more then any website or book could ever tell me and they're willing to tell you exactly the way it is. Some of the best advice I have heard, I feel, should be passed on to you. Seasoned moms, new moms, expecting moms, or ever people who think they might be moms one day need to know:
- Trust your own instincts, even if you are a first time mother. You carried that baby for 9 months and it is your responsibility. Don't be afraid to listen to that "little voice".
- Do what is right for YOU AND YOUR BABY. Whatever works for you (within common sense reason of course) is what you should do.
- Ask for help. Now is not the time to be proud. When people say it takes a village to raise a child, they were right. Trying to do everything on your own will only result in an exhausted, stressed out mommy.
- Eat while your baby sleeps. Shower whenever you can. Prepare your diaper bag the night before,even if you don't think you're going out the next day. A tiny bit of forethought goes a long way in saving your sanity.
- Tell your baby that you love him EVERY SINGLE DAY
Now you have the chance to share that advice and win something for it!! You should know by now that I love myself a good contest, and I wanted to share this one with all my mommy friends out there.
Pampers is creating a Pampers Tip Sheet that will chock full of useful information by moms for moms. Real advice that is practical and useable. Wouldn't you hae killed for that when having your baby?
Enter your best mom tips HERE for the chance to win a $20 gift card (25 winners) or a grand prize of $500 (and who couldn't use that with Christmas right around the corner?). There are two categories:
1. How to cope with going back to work
2. Mom/Baby Sleep Tips
You can enter all tips HERE until December 10th!
And, if you don't mind, feel free to share all parenting tips here with me!! Lord knows I could use them:)
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