Nic: Sweety, the very thought of either of my children needing surgery scares me. But you are right, it is just another opinion. Plus, perhaps seeing a different specialist may in fact set your mind at ease a little more? It is just waiting that does your head in. Who is your pead? My niece's paed is up in the Hunter but they struggle with the same issue - they are always waiting for him.
Jacinta: Agh, I wouldn't cope with a 10pm bedtime. But then, I know I am up well before 8am on a good day, so that's probably why.
BG: You are DEFINITELY a different person to your parents. You are so patient with E, so understanding of her needs.
It's interesting what Nay says though. I'd have to agree that my dad is totally different now to what he was back then. But he was never abusive, just absent.
Bridg: So sorry that Logan's sight has hindered his development. And OMG, I'm sorry for the hips scare... I really hope he gets the all-clear in that regard. Do let us know how he gets on.
Naomi: Very insightful re the parents. I have often wondered at the way my Dad is so attentive to my kids. Also, even my mum is so much more relaxed and less strict with my children than she was with us. I remember her being very loving and affectionate, but I was scared of being in trouble with her too - she did the best death-stares. But with my kids, she is so lenient, so understanding of toddler-isms. It's either the fact that she's now Grandma and therefore the kids can't really do wrong, or that she worked as a kindy teacher when we were in high school and has been educated in effective ways to deal with little kids... Either way, she's a different person now to then.
Honey, I am sorry for the way the brace has held Bailey back. But. If I'm completely honest, I am really surprised that the 8-9mo babies we are all seeing are so mobile. I think it's an anomaly. In my mothers group with Natalie, most babies were crawling before her (she only began crawling at 11mo, only rolled at 9mo) but she was one of the first to walk at 14mo! With one exception, they all were at least 12mo before they started to walk. HPs I've spoken to say not to worry about walking until 18mo, then if they're not doing it, maybe start to investigate. Crawling isn't a milestone at all. And sitting is supposed to be mastered by around 9mo. Yes, it's really hard seeing other kids develop before yours. I thought Phoebe would be crawling by now, but she's not. She moves around, yes, but she still hasn't worked out how to get those knees and hands moving. I'm ok with it. Truly! It's no indication of how smart she is or isn't... in fact, if they don't walk til later then they have the smarts about them not to bash themselves into things as much, LOL! But I'm really struggling with Natty not being toilet trained yet. I don't know what it is - to me, it seems like this massive failure on both our parts. I'm being mega honest here - wouldn't admit that to anyone but you guys. I don't know how I can feel ok about her not having made any progress in 6 months. *shrug* So yeah, I do know how it feels to be disappointed that your kid isn't right there along with their peers.
Cathy: I had a look at your pics very quickly the other night - you did a great job with the sposie camera! Looks like you guys had a fabulous day. I LOVE the 'worlds' and would go there again in a heartbeat. Bummer that they are quite exxy though, and that my DH hates rollercoasters, LOL! I love them. We need to go with my bestie and her DH because he loves them and she hates them. We can partner-swap for the day
Krystie: There have been a few teeth erupt around here lately, but not sure who's got them or not. Phoebe has had two teeth for months now but no more! LOL! She's been a two-toothed girl for ages. Natalie was the same, it took so long for the top teeth to come through. You may find that Kyson gets his teeth in very quick succession. My nephew got his first tooth at 11mo then he had 8 teeth at 13mo. (And they didn't really bother him either.) But you're right - gummy smiles are GORGEOUS. Those teeth change the look of their faces so much, so enjoy this look while you can.
Nicky: I hope the 21st was good fun!
Hi there, Bella, Vic & Kat, hope you girls are doing well. xx
I have two job interviews today, and the kids have given me hell through the night! I will need some good make-up on today.
. At least by the EOM we will have a better idea on what is going on.
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