Z is doing well - not walking still, but hardly ever sits down, just stands, stands, stands all the time. However he gets down and up fairly easily so that is good and can walk behind the walker but not with hands - he'll be there in time for Christmas I think.
Well, he was 14 months old yesterday and I have decided to wean. He doesnt really rely on the boob like some kids (which is great for me!!) - and this morning took a cup of milk after breakky without fuss! So I will do that after lunch too and just feed him before bed for the next week so I dont get any lumps and bumps. I never intended to feed this long - wow, I am a bit sad about it - but ready as well if you know what I mean.
Christmas shopping all done - just getting to the wrapping bit by bit. DD had orientation at school and cant wait to start - and I cant wait until she starts either - she is so much more ready.
Avasmum - re potty - IMO Ava is far too young. They do have natural curiosity but can't control bodily functions to wait to know to go etc - i know some Elimination Communication personally and the theories are the babies give signs and signals when they want to go - and they do for sure - I know when Z needs #2 - but I think if you were going to do it like EC'ers you need to be with her 24/7 so you dont miss her signs. Anyway if that is what you are interested in, read up on it. But with #2 on the way at such a young age I certainly would not be fostering it just yet. You will be too busy in a couple of months - and alot of little girls start around 2 yo anyway. Just my opinion!
We have so much on in the coming weeks - exciting but I am already feeling tired! DH bought up #4 the other day and I shut that down very quickly, too old LOL - I am satisfied with my family and dont have the urge for another one - so time for the snip hehehehe.
Z travels fairly well in the car (thank goodness) we have the 8 hour trip back to Vic anyway so he has too - he has the other two to keep him occupied - and he just falls asleep without crying or whinging so I dont even know sometimes!
Santa photos next weekend - I unpacked all our christmas decos and last years photo of them with Santa - just gorgeous and precious memories, Z so small tucked under Santas arm and DS1 looking so grown up!
Anyway, I still try to read every couple of days and will post again soon.
Take care, stay well and squishies for all the toddlers (!)
Been busy here, had my sis & niece (12 yo) staying for the last week, we had a ball! DH minded X, and we had a girls night out... Myer Xmas shopping, dinner and movie. Aaah bliss, can't remember the last time I did that! Then just more shopping shopping shopping!
X is doing great... madly cruising and babbling. We've got odds on for about 6 weeks to walk. He's just started using his walker, but not yet confident enough to walk forward holding onto us (prefers furniture!). Foodwise he's going great at last, eating heaps more finger foods (YAY!). DH's back is also really improving, so I'm finally starting to get something resembling a life. X is teething though, something big & chunky so molars I reckon, can feel lots of little points through up the top and it's not doing wonders for his sleep.
I'm thinking of putting X into FDC or CC for 1 day a week, cos using MIL & DH for work has used up all my babysitting points and I have nothing leftover for bookkeeping, or - heaven forbid - a night out for DH & I! So I'm thinking I could use MIL for bookkeeing and incidental stuff wwhen I need it, rather than work. Plus she's away for a month next year anyway...so I gotta cover that somehow. Any opinions for or against FDC vs CC? I'm leaning towards FDC at this stage, and have got a place, just gotta meet the lady.
SamiH - #4 do it do it do it! Your Xmas sounds busy but exciting... and you sound so organised, omg!
Avasmum#1 - can't remember if i'm repeating myself, but congrats on the house that's such great news!
Moi - that's such a PITA re the car, how annoying! How is M going with her standing? I could just picture her wanting to be got down, so cute (but frustrating too I can imagine!).
Georgi - congrats on not being PG lol. You've been busy too. I won't bother saying GL to lose the weight cos I know you'll do it. I've been slack, back on the wagon tomorrow. All my shopping has made me realise there's still some work to do!
Hope everyone else is well and their toddlers (eep it's going too fast!).
belfie - of course I have an opinion on FDC & CC hehehee - take it or leave it as I always preface it with
FDC - one carer - but if they have other kids, outings are a concern for me - if they take them to the shops, or in car to pick up other school age kids etc - who is coming to the house during the day, ensure registered properly so you can get the CCTR - but the biggie for me was - if the carer is sick, you have to stay home yourself - and when on part-time hours anyway - hard. They are not accountable to anyone when you are not there - who knows how they really deal with bad behaviour or smack on hands - that type of things worry me - if they are having a bad day etc - would they leave them in front of tv (I have heard some stories lol)>
CC - if someone is sick, they always have floaters. You have got to LOVE the centre you get into (I LOVE mine so much it's not funny ), kids love routine and htis is how the rooms are run, routines - with of course allowances made for individual childs needs etc. They do programming and you can see how your child is progressing. They make friends and have other social interactions - which under 2 is not really necessary, but by the time you get him in anyway hahahaha - they learn to peer eat with cutlery and toilet training help is wonderful - all that type of stuff. I have never felt my kids were just a number at my centre, and any concerns I had, were addressed. Check out what they provide - my centre does hot cooked lunch meals, nappies, snacks - so at night time if Z especially is tired after care he can just have a sandwich cos I know he has had a good lunch.
SO, my 20 cents worth - hope that helps. My only piece of advice would be that if you were going to do it - FDC X might be fine with one day - but if CC - i would do 2 days a week - otherwise it can take a long time to settle them in because of the irregularity. With the CCTR it doesnt make it that expensive anymore so that is a super bonus. eg - my centre is $75 a day x 2 kids = $150 - but $75 I get back so only $75 for both for the day. I think it's good value.
Sami_H - am thinking of getting A's santa photos tomorrow if he's @ the plaza... could be interesting, she was soooo tiny last year!
With the potty i wouldn't be doing it to train her, i by no means think she would actually GO. I thought as she is showing that curiosity maybe i should just get a cheap one and sit it in the lounge, every now and then just put her on there with her nappy on.
Would love to read more about toilet training etc
#4 he's game... lol i'm stopping at 2, tell him no problems, when men can push them out your all for #4!
Belfie - ohh the shopping and a night out sounds great, i enjoyed my GIRLS TIME the other night too.. amazing how strange it feels.
Poor X, this whole teething business can be HELL for them... poor little man!
So glad your DH's back is on the mend, would be making life a little easier.
Hope everyone else is ok and you all have a wonderful w/end.
We have a 1st birthday today (ava's boyfriend ) and then another tomorrow, then tomorrow after the party going to buy A some new summer Pj's and wondersuits (for bed on cold nights), me some granny undies and a mat bra for my hosp bag and sneak in a few little things for #2...
Your Xmas sounds busy but exciting... and you sound so organised, omg!
that's such great news! 
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