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Just typed a HUGE post but lost it... I posted it just after the thread closed... oh well...
Thought i'd never get my BB fix this morning... whats going on with the site...
DD has been screaming... poor baby is teething... her cheeks are bright red, she's biting down on things, drowling x10, everything is going in her mouth.....
On the brighter side, she's communicating heaps now, trying to say Mumma.... she's getting the mmmmm noise out... so cute... she's blowing raspberries all the time since she worked it out, she's such a copy cat... she learns things so quickly... nothing like DS... He just grunted alot... She's singing out noises... its just wonderful...
Dads day was good, had FIL over for a BBQ lunch... thank god the rain stopped... it was a fantastic day although DD wouldnt go to anyone and we had people comming and going all day tolook at the puppies for sale... But YAY only 1 left to sell. Then at about 1.30 DP decided he wantes to look for another car... he said it was the best way to spend FD...
NaNa- hope the rest of the moves goes well and hopefully you can get the net back ASAP... we'll miss your posts./...
i cant remember what else i typed before but hope everyone else is well
Last edited by Je$$_84; September 8th, 2008 at 11:16 AM.
Thought it might have been just me with trying to get on here this morning, sometimes our internet seems to play up and takes ages to load things.
Abb - glad you've got yourself into a little routine that is working for you both. it's a very similar routine to ours, except Cameron seems to want another big 2hr sleep in the morning, with only hourly sleep between the other feeds. He has even started to wake up for the 7-8pm feed (which we used to wake him up for)
NaNa - good luck for the move and unpacking. Hopefully the move will not disrupt your routines too much.
Girl22 - I also don't see a problem with sleeping in the pram. Cameron often sleeps in his pram when we go out, shopping, a few dinners, friends house. I was almost tempted to bring the pram upstairs at the beginning because he wouldn't sleep in it, but he learn't after a while to give in and sleep.
Jess - i know what it's like to loose a big post, so i have learnt to copy the post once it starts to get long, so i can repaste it if I loose it. Would be good it Tiahna says Mum first - i've been trying to teach Cameron Mummy, i must say it to him 100 times a day (except yesterday, where i daddy alot). But I think Cameron may say daddy first, as he had d sounding noises today, either that or he'll say hello (as he seems to try to mimic me alot when I say hello Cameron- especially with the o sound)
MisTree - I hope Seth feels better soon, it's so sad when they are not well and when throw up then they look at you like - mummy i don't feel good. its frustrating when they can't tell you whats wrong.
Well Cameron gave me a challenging few days end of last week. Both Thursday, Friday and Saturday he seemed grumpy. All 3 days he threw up after his 10am feed (which he usually only does a little feed, as he tends to pig out at the 7am wake up feed), to the point that I had to give him a bath after Thursday's throw up as it was all over him (and me and the floor) - was more prepared for Friday and Saturday. So yesterday we gave him ebm all day, as he hadn't been feeding to well and I wanted to make sure he fed enough. He didn't throw up at all (he never seems to chuck after a bottle) and seemed much happier.
Today he seems a little grumbly and hard to breastfeed again, so i wondering if he is starting to prefer the bottle. I'm a little confused about where I am with this, as I have never really enjoyed breast feeding anyway, but have done it because it was cheaper, more convienient, a good bonding experience and recommended as best for baby. But funny enough I feel sad at the thought of changing. I'm feeling really frustrated and emotional about it (tears well up everytime I think about it). Will talk it over with DH tonight, and see how we go over the next few days.
Well better go do some housework before Cam wakes up.
Bye for now
Bec7 the thought of giving up breastfeeding always made me sad so you are not the only one. You need to do what works for you both and if you feel more comfortable knowing exactly what Cameron is getting then bottle feeding may be the way to go. You still get to hold bubs close and cuddle when bottle feeding so you dont miss out there.
Mis_tree sorry to hear you had a bad fathers day. I hope this week goes well for you to make up for the crabby day
Jess Poor Tiahna and her teething I hope it settles down for her soon.
Well work was ok today. Got home and Jordan was out playing in the backyard and Jamie was inside with Liam folding all the washing LOL it made me laugh as he has never really done the FULL washing before.
He ended up with migraine tonight though so went to bed at 7 so I am up alone, waiting for Liam to wake for his last feed and then I might hit the hay early as I am knackered.
I am thinking of putting him on formula for his middle night feed and getting jamie to do it. I am so tired having to get up and feed him and then still get up early for work. I am more tired now than when I was at home. It should only be a few weeks I would say, he has to cut that night feed out soon I would think????? DO you guys think that would be ok? I have never added formula into a diet before.... not sure if I should.
have a nice night ladies
Thank goodness, I have completed my major assignment. I can deal with the rest. Members, I have noticed something since registering here as a member. My Health Nurse only weighs my babygirl. She doesn't take measurements of her height or anything else. Also, when she comes we chat about any concerns that I may have. She is a lovely lady, but is it part of the routine for her to take measurements? By the way, my girl has not had a fever or anything of that like.
To Jess,
Did you say your daughter is teething? And also, rolls? I love to make comparisons seeing our daughters were born on the same day. My little girl talks alot. Although she has yet to roll, I think. She drolls alot. She does everything expect roll. Or maybe the problem is, I have not given her the chance because I prefer to do my assignments, read my textbooks or clean when she plays. We normally have playtime when she wakes early morning, or during the night for a feed and a nappy change.
Finally just got home... Phew... what a long tiresome day... We picked up our new (used) car today... It was DP's fathersday gift... was supposed to get it yesterday but it wasnt reaady... Its a VZ commodore... Lotsa boot space for the prams. so comfy comapred to the other car...
DS and DD both fell asleep on the way home which was bliss...
DD has been so stressful... I know its not her fault with the teething but its just hectic with the screaming....
Went to MIL to show her the car and DS was so excited, He loves his Nanna. DD on the other hand wouldnt even go to her...
M_T: sorry FD was such a bummer... Must be difficult...
Bec- I know i hate when i loose postss... i need to copy them too but its when i forget that it happens... Maybe with Cam you can express full time or use EBM for some feeds... Maybe if you still use the EBM you'll feel like your still giving him your liquid gold...
Deancey- could you express also???? i used to give DS formula of a night but my milk supply diminished very quickly... Like you said to bec thou... Its what works for you... If your struggling to do the night feeds and work then getting jamie to feed will be a huge help...
Hi girls,
Was just lingering catching up on the goss of how the May belly buddies are all doing. Hi to all the other new baby buddies in the group too. I've been offline with BB for the last month or so- had trouble logging on after we changed email addresses at home but am back now.
glad to see that everyone is going well and Nana & Jess are still chatty as ever. Our May1-15 group is a lot quieter so I often try to pop in here and see how everyone is going!
For the girls who are considering switching bubs feeds (some or all) to formula, my only advice is to go with what your gut is telling you. Your no better or worse of a mum if you decide to switch to formula feeds.
With my 19mo DS I persisted with BF until he was 6 months but in the end was not enjoyable and really stressed me out which in turn I'm sure affected the quality of my milk which also made him more unsettled. I battled for too long with the thought of giving up BF but once I did switch to Formula we were instantly both 200% better in ourselves.
This time round with DD is completely different and so far, everythings been going great so I hope to continue BF for a lot longer but just take each week at a time and will see how things go.
As Mums we put so much uneccessary extra pressure on ourselves that it can sometimes be easy to get lost in the day to day issues and forget about thinking of the big picture and what is really best for both Mum & bub.
Had also been reading some of your posts about this Activite drink and thought I;d get soem the other day when at the supermarket to see what all the talk was about. Man, had no idea how yummy it is. Even if it doesn't make any difference to milk supply, it tastes damn good and is better for me than drinking coffee all day. YUMMO- thanks girls!
Ok, so now I'm starting to out-do jess & Nana's posts so best be off! Bigs hugs to all the beautiful bubs!
LMK- I have been looking for SM33- used with with DS but it seems around here all i can find is bonjella and the curash brand 1. will keep looking though i know its great... Also wuth the ears pierced. I'm wanting to get DD done but am waiting till 6 months i think. i heard its best to get them done early as they dont tug on them but i have seen a bubs get done and the noise of the gun scared her and she jumped and it got the lip of the lobe and jammed the gun and ended up riping her ear when they tried to get the gun off... I still see imagies in my head... I'm sure thou if you go to a professional person the job would be good. my DP is the opposite he doesnt want it done til she's much older...
Glad things are going ok with you... Its weird how bright their cheecks get when their teething. DD go so bright they look like there glowing red.
Abb- i was told honey or gliserine but my mum used this and my sis's teeth cam in rotten. (although she did seem to use it alot. (as my lil sis was a screamer.) was thinking maybe if i start using the breast shields again she may get used to the feel of the silicone and may help her accept a botle or dummy. have tried the silicone and the latex and wont take either.
Jess yeah i was told 6 months too,i am just worried that she will cry for a long time. I think is a good idea cause whe they get older they will play with them and pull them and make them infected, but as they are young now they don't know where to pain is so they will just leave them alone. Not sure its a big decision
if you can't find the gel just let me know maybe i can send you some in the mail cause the chemist near me always has it just let me know if you can't find it. It is my saviour sometimes. Good luck
nikki
lmk- ikwum i'm worried bout her crying also... i hate needles and she has to have them... i think 6 months is when we might get her's done... i'd rather get them done when she cant touch them.... my chemist here is fairly good at ordering things in... i just havent asked them... i was told bonjella the the other 1 were the same but they dont seem to work much so will see if they can get some in for me... thank for the offer... if i have trouble i'll let u know.. alwso i also saw the new thread... its weied... i joined up last yr in Oct... so its almost been a yr since i've been a member... time flies...
Anyone else planing another yet??? lol
Last edited by Je$$_84; September 11th, 2008 at 10:48 AM.
Nicci- Yeah i would love more. Even though my DS is a handful i couldnt imagine stopping just yet. I'd like to have 1 more (maybe 2 more.. hehehehe... i know crazy)
It just depends on how DD goes. I guess if she keeps being a handful then i may reconsider... hahaha....
My DP was always apprehensive at first about having #2 until i had issues TTC then we talked and he said he's love a big fam... We then fell preggas with DD and he still would like another (but just not yet) ... I'm a bit worried as i was getting AF every 2 weeks but havent in 4 weeks... ARRRGGGHHH i'm just hoping things are just back to normal i think i couldnt handle being preggas just yet...maybe another 12 months time perhaps... everyone keep their fingers crossed i'm not just yet...
SO Abbie is your last end of story or mite there be a glint of hope for #4???
Well DH asked if i wanted one more and i would love another girl but abbie was really stressed in labour and nearly went for a emergency cs and i had problems too, so i think
it was someones way of saying no more. I am very happy with the three have. Atleast if you were pregnant you do want more so it would not be that bad, good fingers crossed you arent just yet.
[QUOTE=*LovemyKids*;1419830]NO WAY i am not having anymore i have three and that is enough for me.
lol LMK my sister said that after having her 3 boys and then she went on to have 2 more and all boys. I guess your lucky you have your girl.
We are undecided on having anymore, will just wait and see although i think if i was to have another it would be soon as i am 35 now, dont want to be an old grump with little kids.lol
On the ear piercing i had my dd's done when she was 3 and i can still remember her she sat up on the chair nad they did both ears at once she didnt even budge, and as we were leaving she said that didn't hurt can i get one in my belly next time like aunty amy, the chemist looked at me and couldnt help but laugh it was very amusing. She wasnt shy and came out with the most funny things.
abb yes i am very lucky i had a girl, we actually tried for a girl, like at the right time of the month correct position, so i am lucky it worked for me, i can not imagine what 5 boys would be like, my boys are actually getting along really well i am lucky, lachlan is just getting old enough to play with cody and not try and take everything off him.
Nikki- wasnt aware you had complications with Abbie. I guess if i had complications i would reconsider. People keep saying were luck we have the "pigeon pair" i really hate that. MIL seems to think cos we have 1 of each that we shouldnt have anymore. i dont see my fam anymore so i'd like to have a big family of my own. I never really cared what gender the kids would be. but its nice having a girl after my son. Also having 2 boys must come in handy thou... at least they can play together and with the same kind of toys. we had to buy all different things for DD.
Abb- WOW at 5 boys...i have 3 sisters. so i know what its like. My parent tried for the boy but didnt happen. not thatthey were any less thrilled over my sister. i think you just have to do what feels right for you. I dont seem to feel fulfilled just yet. maybe after #3 i might decide 4's out of the question also. its tough having lots of kids.
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