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Grrrrrr having so much trouble with bb tonight. Have been trying to post for ages and now I'm just annoyed and can't remember what everyone wrote in the last thread.
So.....I'm just going to say hello and hope everyone is well. I'll be back when I have calmed down
I just have a question though. Does anyone here suffer from bad PMT? Man I feel like I am losing my mind every month and it's only getting worse as I get older. I don't have a problem with pain or anything, just the emotional side of things. I have been taking some flower remedies but I think I might go and see my doctor tomorrow. I really can't live like this anymore. Hmm might start a thread about it.
Oh Raels - poor you! On both BB and PMT. I don't now but was terrible before I had Tom. Anything period related was horrible but since being pg it all seems to have calmed down. I probably didn't realise at the time how it affected me though so I never did anything about it. I would see the dr, and hope he has some answers.
Lis - big to you sweetie. You're definitely not a failure, you have a toddler. IMHO, if she's eating well during the day, with a variety of fruit & vegies, then if she's going through a phase of pasta only for dinner I'd be tempted to go with it. Does she eat anything on her pasta, or does she just want the plain pasta? The stew that you made for dinner, is that something that you might be able to serve her for lunch instead, so that she gets a taste for it? If she does only eat pasta, would she be conned into wholemeal pasta, or maybe filled pasta like ravioli?? In the early days when I was reading loads of parenting stuff, one of the things that stuck with me is that it's our job to offer the healthy stuff, and their job to choose to eat it, which I find helps me stay calm when Liam's being fussy. I also play tough mum, because if he doesn't eat what he's offered, then he rarely gets offered anything else, so that he doesn't start the manipulation of working through the pantry till he gets want he wants. I wait about 45-60 minutes before I offer something else. Sort of tough when it's dinner time, but if she's eaten well during the day probably not going to be too detrimental. The other thing that they say about toddlers is that they won't starve themselves, and they do grow out of it. And another thought, although it's a bit daggy, but I often stand Liam on a chair next to me when I'm preparing the food (trying to make him good husband material, every girl likes a guy who can cook haha). Anyway, the main point of this is that it kind of involves him, and I offer him nibbles of things as I'm preparing, like capsicum, tomato, grated carrot etc. It doesn't always work in keeping his interest, but it's mostly fun anyway, and I think that it will have long term benefits with his eating habits. At least I hope so. Anyway, like I said at the start of this big ramble, big , and a big for Olivia too, it's pretty cute how she was trying to get on your knee.
Hahaha, the possibility of a first post brings us all out from our lurking spot. Funny.
Raels, you poor thing. I generally just have 1 day where I'm in a filthy mood, and get irrationally cranky at almost anything. A trip to the dr sounds like a good idea. And even when I don't have my dose of PMT the problems with getting on can be very frustrating.
Thanks girls, It has seriously gotten to the point where I feel like I need to go on medication to control it. I have been on and off meds most of my adult life to control a panic disorder and this just brings all that back. Not on anything now though, haven't been since about 6 months before I fell pg with Oliver. Not even sure if you can take something like that while bfeeding??? I just know that I need to get it sorted because it's ruining everything. I mean it's only for a week out of four but I have done some serious damage to my relationship in this time. Lucky Brian knows what is going on but last night I told him I hate him!! I actually screamed it. OMG, what sort of a thing is that to say to your partner...and all because he didn't answer MY question about if he knew where the remote was while he was talking on the phone!!! I am NOT like this any other time of the month, only when PMT strikes. It's like I become someone completely different. Hmm then there's the crying, good lord, I cried today because the driver in front of me didn't indicate. Crazy.
Raels - When I was TTC Autie, I was on a herbal formula made up for me by a naturopath at a place called Sharkey's Healing Centre. They have a lot of success treating people who have trouble conceiving, but also cover other areas. Anyway, the reason I believe it helped me was because I could see my temperature chart (and therefore hormones) changing and balancing out over the months I was taking it. That was the aim in my case because I didn't have any other reason to be having trouble.
If you are interested, you can look up their website. They ask for a lot of information but that can all be done long distance (or I think online), and they can post the formula to you. (I'm lucky I could go in person as it's here on the Gold Coast)
I think bad PMS is something they could really help with. Anyway, just thought I'd mention it as an option. Hormones - who needs em! LOL Imagine if we had testosterone as well...
Raels, you broke my heart reading your post. Hugs hugs hugs many hugs to you. I'm glad Brain can understand. I think you should see someone, I hate to hear you so down because of it. You shouldn't have to suffer, I'm sure there is something out there safe for you to take while BF. I was on anti depressant/anxiety tables while BF that were safe to take, so I'm sure there is something that can help you get past this.
Lis, I think Jan had some great ideas to help with Olivia's feeding habits at night. IMO I'd let her go for it, there is worse things she could be eating. I read once, it's common for kids to go through these type of stages. I can understand why your concerned though, if it's nutrients your most worried about maybe some multi-vitamins might help.
Em, at Tom escapee episode, what did you do. at the thought of you running after him topless. Let me know what camera you decide on. We will need a new one soon. We have a Pentax ATM but been dropped in water too many times and now starting to freeze up. Love the brand though, would definitely buy another one.
Us, we are all well. Nothing new to report. Oh it's DH 40th birthday in 2 weeks, I got him 8 laps in a V8 car at QLD raceway next tuesday, so that should be fun to watch. He doesn't know what is happening yet.
Oh I'm all excited because I'm first but I bet one of you girls posts at the same time .
Lis - poor you! I completely feel for you. Tom is a huge fuss pot with most foods lately and it's driving me nuts. He had a screaming fit last night too and go put to bed having not had much tea at all. I felt terrible but he refused to eat. He won't even eat pasta and would exsist on crumbed chicken and mashed potato if he could.
I brought a book called "Eat right, don't Fight" today. I haven't had much of a chance to look through it but if there is any handy hints then I'll let you know. One of them was offering the main meal for lunch instead, as some toddlers are just over it by dinner time. Could that be her problem if she's happy to eat at other times?
I'm hoping the food thing is just a phase too. A very frustrating one at that. I guess as long as you offer as much healthy food as possible during the day then that's all you can do, otherwise it turns into a stressful horrible situation.
Actually Lis - I am just flicking through the book and there is about a chapter or so on toddler's eating. I am happy to photocopy it and send it to you if you like. Just let me know.
Sasha - so many people have said the same about the dog ad. unfortunately ours is not the waterproof variety. If only . It is covered by our house insurance but after ringing them yesterday, it's going to cost us $300 in excess, our insurance will go up by about 10% next year and we have to get a certificate of proof that the camera cannot be repaired. So lots of running around. I think we'll just buy a new one and not worry about insurance. Although it was an $800 camera, its only because we brought it a few years ago. Now there is so many around and they have high megapixels etc, so we should be able to get something for the $300 we were going to spend on insurance.
Jan - hope Liam is ok after his fall. I walked outside today and Tom was standing on top of our outdoor setting table. He has obviously realised he can climb onto the chairs and then onto the table. I'll never be able to leave him alone again
Well, I booked T in for swimming lessons today so that should be fun - now I just have to find bathers for me. I attempted to try on bikins today - not a good idea when your topless and your toddler decides to lay on the floor and escape out under the door. Grrrr!
Well Heeeeeelllllllooooooo!
Hi everyone!
So we are back on BB. Been MIA for a while! Urm over a year I think!!!
DD is doing great! Love every minute of being a mother, hence......... We are having another! Early stages as yet, but we are due late november!
So seems you are all still here, chatterin away. Good to hear everyone is well and congrates to Jess on the new arrival, and I think there is another due as well? Exciting stuff!
Well Hi everyone, glad you are all well, and will pop in every now and then if I am welcome!
xoxo
Sara CONGRATS! It's so exciting see that some of us are back for #2!!!
Hi girls!!! I know I've been naughty and not been in much. Things are going not bad... my BP is playing up (well, not REALLY bad, just the high end of normal) so they're starting me on medication. ANyway, I'll take it because they want me too, although my BP isn't that bad. LOL They are being so over cautious this pregnancy, but I would rather that than being totally ignored.
Other than that, Everything's the same. I'm nearly 31 weeks! It's flown, but I bet the next 9 go so slowly.
Lachie's doing well. Running around like a nutter. He's hillarious!
We've been very relaxed at getting him in his big bed. It's not working, and I'm not going to stress out over it. He knows that he can just hoon around if he's put in his bed, so he's still in his cot but sleeping like an angel. 12-14 hours overnight and usually a 3hr nap during the day. Can't believe after the first 12 months of hell, how brilliant he is now.
He's teething again.... 2 year old molars are coming through, then that's it. He has all his teeth.
Other than that, he's really well. He's really shot up the last few months, thankfully. He's loving playgroup. I can't wait until his sister arrives.
I hope you are all keeping well and all these nearly 2 year olds are behaving as well as can be expected.
xxoo
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to you sweetie. You're definitely not a failure, you have a toddler. IMHO, if she's eating well during the day, with a variety of fruit & vegies, then if she's going through a phase of pasta only for dinner I'd be tempted to go with it. Does she eat anything on her pasta, or does she just want the plain pasta? The stew that you made for dinner, is that something that you might be able to serve her for lunch instead, so that she gets a taste for it? If she does only eat pasta, would she be conned into wholemeal pasta, or maybe filled pasta like ravioli?? In the early days when I was reading loads of parenting stuff, one of the things that stuck with me is that it's our job to offer the healthy stuff, and their job to choose to eat it, which I find helps me stay calm when Liam's being fussy. I also play tough mum, because if he doesn't eat what he's offered, then he rarely gets offered anything else, so that he doesn't start the manipulation of working through the pantry till he gets want he wants. I wait about 45-60 minutes before I offer something else. Sort of tough when it's dinner time, but if she's eaten well during the day probably not going to be too detrimental. The other thing that they say about toddlers is that they won't starve themselves, and they do grow out of it. And another thought, although it's a bit daggy, but I often stand Liam on a chair next to me when I'm preparing the food (trying to make him good husband material, every girl likes a guy who can cook haha). Anyway, the main point of this is that it kind of involves him, and I offer him nibbles of things as I'm preparing, like capsicum, tomato, grated carrot etc. It doesn't always work in keeping his interest, but it's mostly fun anyway, and I think that it will have long term benefits with his eating habits. At least I hope so. Anyway, like I said at the start of this big ramble, big 
When I was TTC Autie, I was on a herbal formula made up for me by a naturopath at a place called Sharkey's Healing Centre. They have a lot of success treating people who have trouble conceiving, but also cover other areas. Anyway, the reason I believe it helped me was because I could see my temperature chart (and therefore hormones) changing and balancing out over the months I was taking it. That was the aim in my case because I didn't have any other reason to be having trouble. 
at Tom escapee episode, what did you do. 
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