Babies Born July 2007 #21

[Meluchja]

Wow Jem, that is a super effort for personals I thought. Strike is going well, just making the funds a little tight. I was going to watch SATC but we can't really affort that either ATM. And that's a great idea of the poster for Charlotte, I'm sure she will love it.

I think I will be doing a racing car cake for Jack. Will see how it goes....

Better be off, both kids aren't well ATM.

[jemima]

Bummer about the kids being sick Mel. Hope they get better asap.

[XRMummy]

Good morning all

Well Bayleigh is a lil better he only chucked once yesterday and that was bout 10 mins before i was due to leave to go out so i gave him a bath and got him dressed as DP was at bunnings but he seems more himself today so hopefully he is over what ever he had.... DD Chloe is fine now also i would say she just had a 24 hour bug....

Well i went and saw SATC Movie last night... It was FANTASTIC im so goin to buy it once it comes out on DVD and i must remeber to go into target and put the whole SATC series on Layby asa they have them for $22 each ( im sure it was terget or maybe it was Kmart oh well ill go both places)
We also went out for dinner it was so nice ot be able to sit down and eat my meal with out having to get up every 5 mins to check on the kids LOL Didnt get home till after 12

Im also a lil worried i realised this morning that i should be due for AF soon so i looked on the calander and it was due on tuesday hmmmmmmm Im never late. Since the day i first got AF i have always been on time never been a day late (apart from when i was pregnant) So im gettin a lil worried.. We use condoms when DTD as im not on the pill or anything could there still be a chance im PG?
Think i mite go and get a test and do it that way i can put my mind at rest ..... i mean if i am it would be great but we wanted to wait till Bayleigh was atleast 2 before we started TTC

Anyway better go into town gotta do food shop
hope you have a great LONG weekend

Sarah

[Meluchja]

Oh my, another maybe baby, keep us posted Sarah............................

[CrystalBoo]

Hi All

I'll try for some personals while Autie is sleeping...

Megan, might be a bit late to answer your question but anyway... Autie generally wakes around 6 (give or take half hour) and I encourage this because it helps the day work out timewise. She has a play/BF/breakfast and is ready for bed again by 8.30 most days. Then she'll last out to about 1pm and then bedtime is 6/6.30. She usually naps for about an hour. I read somewhere that many babies follow the 2/3/4 hour schedule between sleeps and this is true for us with maybe an extra half hour tacked on. HTH. And hope the move went well for you all.

Jan, how did it go with ring? Is it what you expected? Aww at Liam's 'mum' - isn't it a lovely sound? What is Mini Maestros? Autie loves music so much it sounds like it would be right up her alley. I have found a huge improvement in sleep since I cut Autie off cold turkey from night feeds - she gets a BF at bedtime and then that's it until morning. I don't like for her to cry either but it really only took one night of rocking instead to get her on track and accepting - it was mostly a tantrum type cry.

Jess that's great news that your little jelly bean is growing well. How exciting for you! Take care of yourself - it must be hard with DH away and two growing bubs making demands on you!


Em, I LOVE your letter idea! I think I'm going to steal it - I hope I'm capable of making the effort each year though...hmmm.

Lis, I will have to add puzzles to our list too. The best ones I have found (if you want quality) are called Tuzzles though you may have to search them out or google a supplier but they are worth it - absolutely gorgeous colours and images. Sometimes I do feel bad having Autie go from bed to change table to car seat to stroller to car seat to high chair LOL I try and find somewhere for quick crawls along the way if I can, or that's when she gets a 'treat'

Sarah, good to hear the kids are feeling better and that you had a good night out. Exciting news about the maybe pregnancy. How did your test go?

Jem, it's nice to hear from you. That's a really nice idea about Charlotte's poster - I loved that book. What are DH's work shifts like these days? You must have things running smoothly by now when he's away but I guess there are still tough days?

I thought it was about time to give Autie a little nudge walking wise so I stood her up and let go - she looked so smug as she just stood there without even a wobble! It was like 'I could do this ages ago mum, just didn't wanna' No steps yet but at least we'll have something new to surprise daddy with when he gets home. She has been doing her best to copy the dance moves of Hi-5 - so cute but maybe it's an indication I let her watch it too much!LOL

I'm babysitting my parents dog for two weeks. She's lovely and it's nice to have a watch dog with Dan being away and Autie is fascinated by her, but all I keep thinking about is all the crap I'm going to have to pick up off the lawn Guess it will get me used to it for when we finally get our own.

Mum bought some LS bodysuits from Dimmey's because they were 50c and I put one on Autie today...lovely big round collar - she looks like a total nerd - or maybe a child from an Amish type background. LOL Good for not having to wear a bib at home though!

Somebody's at my leg wanting attention so I'd better go.

[jemima]

Sacha - thanks for the info on the 2/3/4 routine - I have been wondering lately how long is "normal" between sleeps. We roughly do the same. DH work shifts have been OK lately - but like you said though some days are easier (as I know you understand) than others but I guess thats life!! Woohoo for Autie - was a smartie!! Charlotte hasnt shown much interst in walking which is untersting as both boys were walking by this age - but I am in NO rush for her to get mobile on two legs!

Sarah - ooohh cant wait to hear about the test results!! I loved the new SATC movie as well - I want to go and see it again soon. It also made me want to go shopping in NY - oh the fashion!!

Hi Mel - how is your weekend so far? Have you done much? We just got home from a cool bike park that the boys were able to ride around in and have a play. We met some friends there who have just had their 3rd boy and this is such a cliche but you just forget how tiny newborns are. Made me clucky NOT!! Was nice to have a hold and then give him back - he was adorable though!!

Hi everyone else.

Enjoy the weekend. Does everyone have a long weekend this weekend? We do so no work tomorrow!!

Take care
Jem

[kungfubecca]

Hey Hey,
still alive but only just.

Last time i was in it was because Xavier had the flu, and I was home with him. He is getting better, but i'm not. It's really hard to get better when you don't get any sleep.

Any who I hope everyone is doing well, We have a little boy trying to walk along the furniture, trying new foods all the time, he likes crumpets at the moment.
He has some very chatty days, and it seems like he is trying to ditch a feed and a sleep during the day, which I wish he wouldn't as he try's to make up for it at night, which is so not happening.

Well gotta go, I need a nanna nap.

Bye

[Ngala]

Hey everyone!!

How is everyone?? I am good - hands are FROZEN tho! Been outside hanging out the washing and it is so cold and still a bit rainy - clothes are never going to dry!

We went on our family getaway on the weekend just gone. It was good!! We got there late friday cause Jason had to work. We didnt do too much, which was good - didnt even turn the TV on!! It was very very cold, too cold for my liking. Avaleigh was OK on the drive, a lot more whingy than I thought she would be but what do you expect when you are sitting in a car for 5 hours!

I've been looking online for new jobs. Its crunch time and I really need to work!! I've gotten no answers out of my current job so I am looking elsewhere. I am going to call them today and see what the go is. The plan is to go to some retail stores and leave them my resume. I may even go to some supermarkets and see if they need any nightfillers. Not what I want to do but if it means I can still be at home with Avaleigh during the day and get good money working at night, I'll do it!! Jason's been thinking about going to the mines, not what I want him to do but his back is getting really bad so roof tiling is not that good for him anymore.

Well Avaleigh has finally fallen asleep so I have to do some stuff now because we go out looking for work.

[XRMummy]

Well girls i did the test and it came back NEG but im goin to do another one in a few days becoz when i was pregnant with Byaleigh the first 3 test i did came back neg so ill try again in afew days if AF doesnt arrive....

We are ok Bayleigh is kind of getting better but now has really diarrhea now every pooy nappy we have to do a complete clothes change not just nappy as its down his lags and up his back the poor thing but atleast he is eating today he pretty much hasnt eaten since thursday night
We went shopping on sunday to get some ideas for bayleigh birthday presents so i got a list of things other people can grab him now so thats good, We brought him a lil peoples dino land thingy lol its got dinosaurs in caves and so on it was reduced from $59 down to $19.85 so dat was a bargin and we also got him a sipper drink bottle thing with his name on it that you can buy from "whats new" DD and DstepS have had theirs for bout 2 years and they love them so we got bayleigh one also But we had to get No 1 Son on it as they didnt have one with his name the way we spell it ....

I have been having trouble posting replys on here at the moment so im hoping this one works i tried all day yesterday to post and it wouldnt let me

Anyway i cant remember wat everyone has written so ill be back later to post again hopefully

Sarah

[Flossie]

Hi all,

Before I forgot to ask this, does anyone have a good gingerbread reciepe?

Sarah - Def keep us posted on the AF/PG suituation!!

I have also put on the list Baby Enistein things

Hi to all, sorry been typing all day/night doing work so my fingers are stuffed and its taking me twice as long to type!

BB tomorrow.

Lis xx

[Ngala]

Ahhh! I am so over my company and waiting around what they say about me returning back part time. I sent an email through to them yesterday pretty much threatening that I am looking for new work and that I will leave them, and they still havent gotten back to me! I thought that I was a vital part of the WA office, but obviously not if this is how they treat ya - just leave you hanging on the edge!!

Gosh, this is so not what I need so early, already have a headache!! Things are just so stressful at the moment...

Well going to have breakfast and a coffee and I hope I will be in a better mood after that!

[Jas]

Hi ladies,

Well I have been around but just too busy to post sorry! My last client for my course had her baby yesterday so I am now a qualified doula!!! Yay for me (well I still have to techniquely wait for my cert in the mail) but yay!!!

Well our babies are 1 next month! What is everyone doing party wise? I think we might have a party at a really nice park near us

[Ngala]

Lis - sorry dont have any gingerbread recipes!! I hope you find something nice..

mmmm for some reason I would love some of my mum's carrot cake. Its the best cake and just gets moister as the days go on. Damn diet!! I have 2 and a bit more weeks on it.. I am thinking about booting it in the arse tho cause its too cold to be dieting!!

Jas - YAY for being a qualified doula!! We're just having a party at home, weather has been too crap to think about doing it else where, park would be great tho. I'm just going to put on finger foods and make some sweets.

Has anyone got any good ideas for presents???!! I am sooo stumped on what to get Avaleigh!

Oh I am excited I wasnt going to do it, but I applied for a drafting job at a home building company. They were advertising for 1 experienced and 1 inexperienced positions. Drafting and architecture is something I have wanted to do for soo many years and I just couldnt pass up the opportunity again. Its full time, not really what I want to do at the moment, but in the long run, the job should be worth it. Cross your fingers for me and hope I get an interview!!

[XRMummy]

Well i aint pregnant went to do another test this morning but AF had arrived.. Im a lil disappointed but kinda of relieved as we wanted to wait....

Bayleigh is still sick i have got an appt to see the Dr thsi arvo hes not eating and still has really bad diarrhea so far today he has had 3 baths as it just goes everywhere... Poor thing u can just tell my his eyes that he's sick he's eyes are normally a bright blue but they are a dark grey and he looks so sad btu still managers a smile every now and then...
DP got the bug yesterday we were meant to go to court.. We are trying to see DStepS more (as he has beening asking for the last few months ) but the EX isnt allowing any of it so unfort we have to take her to court anyway DP couldnt go so it was just me not that it really mattered coz the EX adjourned it coz she hasnt applied for legal aide yet (GRRRRR she had 4 weeks notice that we were goin to court )
I havent got the bug yet and fingers crossed i dont

V- on our list for Bayleigh we have put
Shoes
Clothes Mainly PJ's size 1 and 0
Plate Bowl Cup set
Fork and spoon set
Wiggles DVDS
Raggs DVDS
Books
Keep Sakes - Money box, Frame,
Blocks
Shapes
Football
music instruments
I know some things onmy list wont suit avaleigh but it gives u a rough idea
good luck with the job too... Have u heard back from your boss yet or not?

well better go boy is awake Im still haing trouble with quick reply for sumreason and everytime i click on a page it says it has errors i cant click on smilies and i have to click on quote to be able to reply

ARGHHHHHHHHHH

Well have a good day
Sarah

[July Mum]

WOOHOO Tayah FINALLY has her first tooth

[BhoysGirl]

Emma - way to go on Tayah's first tooth! Just 19 to go...It's very exciting but a little sad I think, cos it starts to make them look more grown up.

Sarah - I hope that the dr was able to help you with Bayleigh, poor little man. Fingers crossed that you don't get it. You might have given me a tip on how to make these posts actually post - I wrote an enormous one last night & it didn't save - sooo frustrating.

V - any news on the job front yet?

Jas - well done on being a fully qualified Doula. It's a fantastic effort you've put in over the last few months, must be so exciting to be finished.

Bec - hope you're starting to feel better, having a cold/flu is really tough with a baby. From what you've described of Xavier, sounds like he's going great guns.

Am very excited tonight, as tomorrow is fRINGday (Friday with a Ring in it woo hoo). The jeweller called yesterday to say it was ready, so we're going in to pick it up tomorrow, hopefully it will fit properly & look like what we want it to look like. And then we can tell my parents & family, which will be great, cos I've kept it a secret for 4 and a bit weeks, except from my BB friends & my neighbour.

[~*Niadalla*~]

yay how exciting Jan!!!! I love wearing my bling

Congrats Jas on your 'doulaship'. LOL

Yay! Emma for Tayah's first tooth!!!

Not alot happening.... oh except a complete change to DS' diet. I have a post somewhere here, but no replies so I may have to bump it.
Hope you are all going well.... it's only 3 and a half months till my wedding!!!EEEKKK!
xxo0

[Ngala]

Sarah - I hope Bayleigh gets better and you dont catch the bug. Good luck with the court thingy, hope you get what you want!

Emma - YAY for Tayah's tooth! Now for the rest of them to come through

Jan - YAY on getting the ring tomorrow!!! I've just had to drop my engagement ring off at the jewelers cause a diamond fell oout when I was cleaning it!! Luckily the diamond stuck to my finger, so hopefully getting it back in to the ring wont cost too much. No luck on the job front hey. No word from our, well your EX company about me returning back. I emailed Tonazzi (he is in charge of WA since Greg left) and told him I am going to quit if I dont get any answers, and I havent even heard anything!! Looking for new work is hard hey... I just hope I get the job that I really want.

I let Avaleigh run round naked tonight before her bath and she loved it!! It was sooo cute, I have to give her some more clothes free time.

Well not much to say here, so I am off!!