Hey Kanda, Lila did look so shy in the photo I am so happy that the nodules were nothing serious! I hope you enjoyed that drink, I would have needed a few
Suz, good luck on the toilet training - It is only a matter of time!
Alison, your poor nan, I understand that - I sometimes ask myself would I prefer to live long and not have it all up there or just go earlier. I think I'd rather stay as long as my mind is also present. Bu I am sure she had a lovely day with the beautiful Amelia around - Old people react to babies in such an amazing way - it is like youth hits them again for a bit.
Lani, thos photos are gorgeous - my god, those gorgeous eyes he has - future heartbreaker I say!
Carmey, your boy is destined to be a triathelete! Runs in the family so he is starting early. This weekend, Eva started rolling as well...But she goes from back to sides - not the whole turn yet, but even now I am never leaving her ANYWHERE unattended except the floor, bbecause I keep feeling like she'll decide to do a full roll the moment I take my hands off of her! What a big boy You both are tall, so it is normal - so glad he is doing so well, from his pictures he looks like he is a happy baby - I never wrapped her so I would not know - I do sleep her on her belly now that she is strong enough to lift her head though and that prevents any startling or wayward arms. I know people are against that but with her reflux, back sleeping is IMPOSSIBLE!
AFM, packed up alllllll the baby stuff and headed to Paris this weekend, didn't forget anything, or so I thought...20 minutes out of the house and I realized I forgot her medicine and then when we arrived in Paris, I realized I forgot THE CAMERA! So I have like 5 crappy pictures on my iphone but that's all. I'll post two or three but they are nothing to look at really...
Eva did well, the first two hours of the trip went smoothly, then after she started crying for a feed (the past three days she has been on a two hours sched again ) so I fed her and she started complaining at the end of the fourth hour, but we got in so it was ok. Traffic was annoying - it is usally a 2.5 hour drive buit took 4...
Her first dinner out was not too shabby, we went to have diiner at the Dali at Le Meurice, a very nice hotel restaurant. She behaved well except for a bit of fussiness but I walked her around the halls of the hotel in her stroller and she slept for the rest of the meal (I missed the first plate though...as usual). Second day we walked around and went to see all the lovely boutiques at Place Vendome etc...then she had a huge nap so I stayed in with her and also had a nap, then for dinner we went out again where she was really adorable - awake the whole time but playing and quiet. Then sunday we had brunch at le first which has a wonderful organic brunch and she slept through the whole thing, only waking up once for a bit to meet DH's aunts and cousins. Then we headed home where she slept and played and was great...
It was also fashion week in paris, so I had tons of eye candy walking around everywhere (though the skinny models everywhere depressed me!)
It was DH's grandfather's bday so we celebrated that and also, Sunday was grandmother's day in france, so we went to see Eva's 2 great grandmothers and brought her grandmother flowers when we headed back to brussels.
All in all a lovely weekend. I hope the trip to NY goes well because that is 8 hours flying, but as DH said at least we can stand up and walk around with her.
She seems to have grown enormously overnight! I have her in all of her 6 month pyjamas and they fit almost perfect! I was not putting them on her because when I looked at theml I kept thinking that they are waaaay to big, but finally they are not at all...The time flies so fast...I am dreading putting her in daycare at 5 months (I want to put her in to socialize etc, but I will be the one to have a hard time!)
Well, I am officially back to work today - working from home but working I am happy to get back into the swing of things but it is incredible how priorities change once a baby is in the picture.
Just a quickie, will read your post shortly BS, am verrrrry tired and just checking before I head to bed. I just feel awful as I meant to say to you KANDA congratulations on your results! I'm so pleased....well, not pleased you have thyroid problems but pleased it's nothing serious. Yayyyyy!!!! You must feel so relieved. xx
BS - sounds like you had a lovely time in Paris! V jealous! Thats great Eva has started to roll a bit. I'm trying to get Michael to do the same...were you teaching her, or was it something she just did on her own? I caught Michael on his side once in his cot, but I think thats cos I had tilted the mattress slightly cos he was getting a flat spot. I too fear the first illness, A LOT! I'm paranoid about him getting sick...so Tilda, I'd love to hear what your experience was like.
Kanda - Phew! Glad ot hear its not something too serious. Must be a weight off your shoulders for sure.
Suz - how's the toilet training coming along? glad to hear DH is on the mend
Alison - Sounds like you had a nice time at your Nana's. I know what its like with the demetia...my Nanna was heading that way too, she was here on holiday (from UK) and was adamant that she only had 1 daughter (my mum lives there and her sister here), so when she saw my Aunty here she was like "you can't be my daughter, I only have one daughter". I think it was pretty upsetting for my Aunty. Anyhoo, glad to hear it went well.
Lani - sounds like you'r ehaving a wonderful time, Jett sounds like a little angel! Oh and those pictures were fantastic!!! You've inspired me to start hunting for a photographer here. My 30th is in 2 weeks (groan) so if I get any money from that I'll put it towards getting some photos done.
Carmey - Wow! Jack sounds like he's doing very well indeed! Great weight We stopped wrapping him when we moved him into his cot (bout 4 weeks ago), for fear of him unwrapping himself and getting cold. Like Alison, he sleeps in grobags, which are fantastic.
Hello to everyone else!
AFM - plodding along nicely. Michael slept 12 hours last night!!! I even got up before him! He seems to be coming along in leaps and bounds...using his hands heaps, loves picking things up and putting them in his mouth. Also noticed a few new sounds he's making. After we watched some video last night of him still in hospital its absolutely amazing to see how far he has come from that little bundle that would sleep all the time and only wake up for a quick feed.
Question1 - This is prolly TMI, but I'm stressing slightly. Does DTD still hurt for anyone? Its really really painful for me. I dunno if its just me not really wanting to, or if there's something going on up there or what. Its not nice Even when I had my pap smear done a few weeks ago it murdered.
Question2 - what do you all do for playtime? Like, what activities do you all do with bubs? I need some ideas as I'm always trying to come up with new things to do with him as he seems to get bored if I do the same stuff over and over! This is my current list of activities:
- A few mins of tummy time,
- floor time playing with a toy,
- sitting in his high chair playing with toys,
- holding him 'standing up' and 'walking' ,
- time in his cot playing with a muslin blanket or with his mobile on,
- holding him in front of a mirror
- reading stories to him in his cot
- in his rocker for a while, which he doesn't really like.
- in his kickin' coaster when he's in the mood.
- on his gym-mat thing.
- walking around the house showing him things.
Any idea's would be welcome!
Off to see MIL this arvy. We got the results from her bone marrow test last thurs...could have been better. She still has blast cells but they can't tell if they're cancerous or not Which is a bit scarey. So, the next step is to try her on this really expensive monthly treatment that I mentioned a while ago, from our understanding it seems like they can't just keep treating her with chemo. Not sure whats happening with the transplant, I think she has to be in remission first before they can try it. The docs said they could try it now, but that only 1 in 2 survive it. So we're still on the roller coaster....
Got both boys in bed so I have a minute or two to write a post.
BS - Wow, Paris! Such a shame you forgot your camera It's hard getting organised for a trip away with a baby, there's so many things to remember. Sounds like you had some quality family time catching up with DH's family. I envy you being able to browse Parisian boutiques. I'll have to make do with a walk to the local French Patisserie for a coffee and croissant. Good luck with working from home and don't worry about daycare for Eva, she'll cope wonderfully and we'll be here with an understanding ear when you need the support (it was harder on me than it was on Craig). BTW, the clinic nurse told me that once your baby can roll, then they're OK to sleep on their tummy (because they have enough strength in their neck to turn their head and not suffocate).
Beany - Don't worry, you're doing lots of wonderful play activities with Michael. Wonder Weeks (I got my copy today!) has lots of suggestions for play and toys. DTD hurt for me too, we've only managed it once (DH had a cold sore prior to the broken ribs) but it's more because of (sorry TMI) dryness. After my C-section DTD hurt for months, as if I was bruised around my scar. Mention it to your Dr if you like but I think it's quite normal. That's great that Michael is giving you lots of sleep. Hope your MIL is in good spirits when you visit today and that they can do her transplant soon.
Alison - So glad you go to see your Nana, even though she's not quite there. It will be good for Amelia to know she at least met her Great Grandma. My Grandad has just been diagnosed with a form of dementure and he's turning 84 in a couple of days. How's the construction going? He he he I weighed Ryan on the Wii Fit too, great isn't it?
Carmey - Wow, Jack is a big boy! Very physical too. Craig was a big baby too and I wanted to turn the car seat when he was 8kg to get more room in my Mazda3. He was heavy enough at 4 months but I waited another month until he had more strength in his neck. You can buy little pillows that hold their chins up off their chests when they're asleep. I haven't wrapped Ryan since January because it was too hot and I don't use a gro-bag, just tuck the blanket and sheet under the mattress.
Lani - The photos of Jett are great! I'm also inspired to hunt for a photographer. DH told me he wanted to do photos of the boys for my birthday, so I should hurry up and find someone. I love Jett's hair, very cute.
Hi to everyone else!
AFM - Just got back from a weekend down at our caravan, long weekend here in Canberra. Craig was doing really well with the toilet training, but went backwards a bit while we were away. He's fine with no pants on, but has accidents when he's dressed. I guess he needs more practice. Ryan is sleeping 10-12 hours at night and looks like the Michelin Man! Anyone's bub blowing a lot of spit bubbles? Ryan is practically foaming at the mouth. I'm going to start pumping so that I can get DH to give him a bottle every now and then, and also in the car on trips. DH is slowly feeling better after his dirtbike accident. My copy of The Wonder Weeks turned up today! Just got emails saying my photo orders (calendar, birthday cards and photo book) are ready to pick up from our local Big W, so that's tomorrow's outing taken care of.
Off to sort out some dinner and maybe bake some cookies or muffins...
Hi Beany - 12 hours go Michael! I just had to wake Amelia after 10, not sure I should've though do you? I just worry about her going so long without food although I'm sure if she was hungry she'd wake. Of course it puts her routine out of whack too....what do you do in that respect seeing as you're on the same schedule as me pretty much? The things you do for Michael's amusement are great, they're pretty much the same as me and Amelia - I have been buying her a few different toys, they're mostly for 6 months+ but I figure she will still like them. She can't sit unaided yet or in a highchair so mostly it's against me on the couch or lying on the floor. Sorry to hear about MIL, I hope they can continue to treat her. As for DTD, it doesn't hurt me anymore, we've only done it a few times - who can be bothered lol - but it only hurt the first time for me. I'm sure it's normal though, we had a lot going on in there and the scar tissue from the c-section can take some time to heal apparently - my OB told me it can take 6 months or more. Have you had a period yet seeing as your feeding like me?
Hi Suz - I'm sure Craig will go back to his toilet training now you're home, everyone slacks off when they're away so why not him lol! Glad DH is feeling better too, poor thing. And yes Amelia is foaming at the mouth too, bubbles everywhere! I read it starts around this age as their saliva amount increases and can continue until they're 12 months old when they learn to swallow it, greattttt! I go through so many bibs and clothes - problem is, when I put the bib on she thinks she's getting food Have to get her over that idea!!!
Hi BS - Paris, you lucky thing, when I go away for a weekend it's down to our farm house ha ha. The joys of living in Europe I guess. Hows Eva's sleep going?
AFM - I got my first period yesterday! I thought something was up as the day before I had some cramping. Boy is it bright red and heavy, I guess it's the cleanest it's been for a while lol (sorry TMI). At first I felt sad and angry as it was just another reminder of my breastfeeding failure but then I read even if you're fully breastfeeding you can get them after 3 months so I felt a bit better. Oh well, back to the monthly aches and pains then I guess. I figure at least I know my body is working again I suppose. lol Also, is anyone else's bubs trying to talk? Well when I say talk I mean are they making noises like they're whinging? Amelia is but she is happy and playing with toys so I think it's her finding her voice!!!
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Suz - are you kidding me? Baking?? On top of toilet training a toddler, looking after a 3 month old, and an injured DH??? You really are super woman!! Oh yeah, thats right WW did have some activities, didn't it. Must read that bit again! Yes, Michael is making a lot of bubbles and it does look like he's foaming some times. I read it can take up to 18 months until they figure out they're meant to swallow it!
Alison - Hmm. I prolly wouldn't ever wake Michael from his night sleep. I don't worry about him going so long with out food, he would let us know if he was starving I think. Even after 12 hours he doesn't seem too bothered, never cries or anything, just does this thing with his tongue like he wants to suck the bottle. If he ever goes past his normal feed time I normally just bring all the following ones forward a little bit until he's back on schedule. I have woken him a couple of times during the day, only when he's like 2 hours past his normal feed time! Oh, I thought you got your period a while ago? And we started on the same day? maybe I'm getting mixed up. But yeah, I got mine prolly about 5 weeks ago I think. Mine was bright red too. Yes, Michael definitely trying to talk. I put a video on fb of it. It seems like he's coming up with different sounds every day, I absolutely love hearing it!
AFM - not much to report. Survived my first trip to the shops with him on my own (I know, pretty embarrasing to say that after 14 weeks!), he was a little angel. Just went to Target to get some more of the best bibs ever, but they didnt' have any left. Booo. I think I may have chosen a photographer... dilkarra photography. Her fees seem pretty reasonable for that sort of style of photography, $425 and you get 2 hours in the studio plus 20-30 images on USB so we can print however many we like. Is that ok, do you think?
Beany, I think you are not doing so bad with the games there I do most of that but def a lot more tummy time (like half hour at a time) - something else that is nice to do is actually walk around let him touch things while describing. I walk through our closet and let her touch the different fabrics and promise her she can borrow stuff later Also, I take a feather or my finger tips and in her diaper or naked I tickle her and describe the areas I am touching, like this is your big toe, here is an arm...etc...I also have conversations with her in the morning while I have breakfast, let her sit in her high chair while I cook and describe what I am doing. It is just letting her observe. But you have quite a nice list of games there!
As for the rolling. I am not sure if it helped, because I get the feeling she did it when she was ready, but I usually give her a massage or naked time before the bath and I put her on her changing table and every day I put her foot in her hand (she does not hold it yet, but just so she knows it is there), and change sides, then I let her hold on to my finger and roll her to one side, then do the same for the other. I life her legs up to her face so she can realize she can lift her butt etc...so she has started doing all of that now. Not sure if it helps but can't hurt...
Suz, Craig will get the hang of it - he changed sorroundings so it is normal that he did not manage to keep it up. I am sure once you get back home and everything is how he is used to it will help. I have lots of bubbles too and lots of drool fown the front of everything! Her hands are sometimes full of drool then she touches my face so I get a wet sticky drool patch on my cheek
Alison, I got what I thought was my period a month after giving birth but I am not sure if that was it. I am enjoying not having it but I know my hormones are going back to normal (hence the hair loss etc) so am expecting it soon. You really should not beat yourself up about the bf. Amelia is happy and settled and that's all that matters. I bf and Eva is always unsettled with her reflux...bf does not change that much and as long as bubs is happy, that is all that matters!
AFM, Eva was up crying again two nights in a row, now with gas, but I feel like her system is getting back to normal with the bigger meals now...she has pooed Sunday, Monday and Wednesday Unheard of with her since she used to go every 10 days or so! So I am blaming the crying on having gas since her system is starting to kick back into gear! Hope that is the case...4 month pediatrician visit next month! Holy crap, time goes fast!
I am so happy that the nodules were nothing serious! I hope you enjoyed that drink, I would have needed a few
) so I fed her and she started complaining at the end of the fourth hour, but we got in so it was ok. Traffic was annoying - it is usally a 2.5 hour drive buit took 4...
I am happy to get back into the swing of things but it is incredible how priorities change once a baby is in the picture.
Also, I take a feather or my finger tips and in her diaper or naked I tickle her and describe the areas I am touching, like this is your big toe, here is an arm...etc...I also have conversations with her in the morning while I have breakfast, let her sit in her high chair while I cook and describe what I am doing. It is just letting her observe. But you have quite a nice list of games there!
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