Mama and Baby's first year and beyond!

thane just nodded his head yes he wanted a banana and then said nana!!!!!!!!!!!!! yay!! hes shook his head no for months but this was his 1st nod

Holi..... ask long as she's "the other Stacie" then we are cool!

Hope everyone is doing better with their men today!

Gutter wrote:

Ginny wrote:thane just nodded his head yes he wanted a banana and then said nana!!!!!!!!!!!!! yay!! hes shook his head no for months but this was his 1st nod

YAY Thane, Audrey still nods no, haha!! Thank goodness she doesn't know the word...

omg gutter you are so lucky! LOL! kaydance picked that word up, and its all we hear LOL!!! that and uh-oh and peek-a-boo lol!!! but i swear 3/4 times its NNNNOOOOOOO!!!! she screams it too! little brat lol!! and she will shake her head no at the same time lol!!! we have been trying to get her to nod yes, but so far no luck...

Jayden nods yes and shakes her head no, but she hasn't mastered what each mean yet. For instance, "Jayden, do you love me?" She shakes her head no. My ego just won't let me accept that one as real.

Emy will mostly shake her head no, and will shake no to any question DH asks her. But if I ask her a question and nod yes then she will nod yes too. We use her as a tool sometimes. I'll go "Emy is daddy going to drive mommy insane", and I will say yes and she will nod yes. Then it cracks me uo because DH will say "Emy isn't mommy already insane", and he will nod yes but she will shake her head NO. Of course shes on my side, hehe.

Tiff- let us know what happens at the doctor. How did she sleep last night?

Ginny- i was going to ask. Do you give thane milk in a bottle too or do other people just give it to him and you just nurse? Did that make sense?

I gave emy her first bottle of milk to see if she would try it and to see if she can tolerate it since she has had limited dairy. She won't give the bottle back to me. She drank about half the milk, I don't know if she just wants to chew on it or if its something new.

Hey Chrisb! I know what you mean! To my surprise Thane really liked cow's milk also He was drinking it in a bottle, but considering how much he hated the bottle, it was no biggie weaning him. When I give him milk, I either put it in a sippy cup, a bathroom cup, or a sippy with a straw. He likes to make such a mess though by turning the sippies upside down and making milk angels it can be frustrating!

I also have given him those Danimals or Yoplait Kids with Dora the Explorer or BLues Clues since he was like 2 months old, but now I just tear off the lid and let him take sips out of them. Sometimes I let him do it, but not too often cuz he always makes a mess

He is still nursing also, like you said, but no where near like he used to. Its mostly just so he can mark his territory when i get home from work and around naps. He has never been on a schedule, so he sorta eats on demand (nursing anyway), he is on a pretty main schedule for bfast, snacks and lunch and supper...

anyway, hello to everyone! just wanted to answer chris right fast...

I'm here! We are all doing fine just busy. I am having to go back to PT for my TMJ. It totally sucks but for the past few days I haven't been able to open my mouth very wide. (I can get my pinky finger in there!) I have to drive 40 miles 3 times a week to see this PT!!!!!

Owen is doing great. Although, he's been waking in the night crying and I think it's because he is throwing his paci over the side! Last night I put 3 pacies in the bed and he slept all night! Thank God!!!!! He has been shaking his head no for quite some time but I'm sure it doesn't really mean anything to him. He still just has the two teeth and I've noticed recently that his play is becoming more developed. Does that make sense?!

Anyway, I'm doing ok but I'll admit..... I think I'm experiencing so *mild* depression. I feel really overwhelmed with the day to day tasks of being at home. I'm one of those people that gets an idea in her mind and then can't deviated from the plan at all. So, I have become slightly obsessed with all things domestic but at the same time I'm so BORED!!!! Owen is still napping every 2 hours and if he misses a nap it ruins our day so I pretty much try to hang close by and just run quick errands in between just so I can get out of the house but keep him on his nap schedule. I'm so freaked out about keeping the house clean that it keeps me from starting projects if I know they can't be finished in an hour sitting, etc..... I know I need to snap out of it but I just can't. We are going to turn our bonus room into a craft room for me which I think will help but I have yet to do anything with the space. I finally bought paint yesterday and my best friend is coming over the first Saturday in April to help me paint. I also having a friend coming over Wed that is going to teach me to sew so that should be fun. I'm really trying to find fun things to do that will keep me busy but then my eye goes back to my cleaning schedule and I freak out cuz I missed a day!

It's OK to say it girls..... you all think I have lost my mind!!!!
I feel like I'm still trying to adjust to staying at home and being a mom. I feel like I've lost my identity..... I wear jeans instead of high heals every day and my biggest accomplishment last week was getting a library card. OMG. I sound like a weirdo just writing it all out!

Sorry.... I feel like I do A LOT of complaining here. I don't want to be so whiny but I don't have anyone else to talk to about it because I feel like I'm complaining over such dumb things. I mean, how many women would love to be home with their children all day?! Thanks for letting me get it off my chest!

Lou Lou wrote:I'm here! We are all doing fine just busy. I am having to go back to PT for my TMJ. It totally sucks but for the past few days I haven't been able to open my mouth very wide. (I can get my pinky finger in there!) I have to drive 40 miles 3 times a week to see this PT!!!!!

Owen is doing great. Although, he's been waking in the night crying and I think it's because he is throwing his paci over the side! Last night I put 3 pacies in the bed and he slept all night! Thank God!!!!! He has been shaking his head no for quite some time but I'm sure it doesn't really mean anything to him. He still just has the two teeth and I've noticed recently that his play is becoming more developed. Does that make sense?!

Anyway, I'm doing ok but I'll admit..... I think I'm experiencing so *mild* depression. I feel really overwhelmed with the day to day tasks of being at home. I'm one of those people that gets an idea in her mind and then can't deviated from the plan at all. So, I have become slightly obsessed with all things domestic but at the same time I'm so BORED!!!! Owen is still napping every 2 hours and if he misses a nap it ruins our day so I pretty much try to hang close by and just run quick errands in between just so I can get out of the house but keep him on his nap schedule. I'm so freaked out about keeping the house clean that it keeps me from starting projects if I know they can't be finished in an hour sitting, etc..... I know I need to snap out of it but I just can't. We are going to turn our bonus room into a craft room for me which I think will help but I have yet to do anything with the space. I finally bought paint yesterday and my best friend is coming over the first Saturday in April to help me paint. I also having a friend coming over Wed that is going to teach me to sew so that should be fun. I'm really trying to find fun things to do that will keep me busy but then my eye goes back to my cleaning schedule and I freak out cuz I missed a day!

It's OK to say it girls..... you all think I have lost my mind!!!!
I feel like I'm still trying to adjust to staying at home and being a mom. I feel like I've lost my identity..... I wear jeans instead of high heals every day and my biggest accomplishment last week was getting a library card. OMG. I sound like a weirdo just writing it all out!

Sorry.... I feel like I do A LOT of complaining here. I don't want to be so whiny but I don't have anyone else to talk to about it because I feel like I'm complaining over such dumb things. I mean, how many women would love to be home with their children all day?! Thanks for letting me get it off my chest!

Hey Lou,my hunny sweety darling

Firstly...yes you are right,We are lucky to stay at home with our babies and I wouldnt trade it BUT (BIG but here and I am sure I am not alone in saying this) it is EXTREMELY difficult.You are tired,you are ENTIRELY devoted to being a 24/7 servant.You get no break and it's expected of you by the general population because 'what else do you do?' and hubby is 'bringin in the money and working hard all day so why should he do anything '? I do not agree with those at all but that is often the impression that is made and the mould we feel forced to fit into as the dutiful.loving mother /wife OR we simply do it anyway because we do it better/faster or becaise baby 'only wants us' Either way ,you are forced and stuck somtimes into this role which leaves little if ANY time for personal things that are vital to ones self esteem,sanity and general good mental/physical health.You are NOT crazy,I am certain that many if not all the mums on here can somewhat relate and PLEASE don't applogise,you are not always whining.you are a very smart,wonderful woman who is self critial and who is trying hard to make herself better in all areas all the time.It's a good and bad thing.I am the same.my own worst critic.At the risk of sounding big headed.I think I give great advice to people,but often,if not always fail to see it/take it myself and therefore do not set a great example in many areas.

You are doing GREAT! Now...some advice...let me think...

You,firstly MUST simply MUST have something for you.Weathe rit's coming on here,making your crafts or whatever floats your boat.I personally ( Although i have much bigger plans) for now,come online and play the xbox.Whenever a baby/child is busy/sleeping I come online (pr try to with this crappy connection) and or play the xbox.I LOVE to read so sometimes i shut myself off and read.As for the wearing jeans constantly....Go and raid your wardrobe...pick out a skirt...a dress,some shorts...a NICE pair of pants and a 'shirt' or 'top' rather than a t shirt.It doesnt matter if you don't go anywhere...also put some make-up on EVERYday...It WILL help you feel better.EVen if it's just mascara! You have to make some physical changes in order to feel them on the inside...I hear you also about Owen needing to nap and this kind of binding you to the house BUT....when he's awake,or when hubby is home in the evening or weekend,dash to the store and buy somethign for you,even if it's only $5....

I dont know how your money situation is,but ours WAS not great until very recently and we're still catching up.But 2 weeks ago.I decided that I was going to buy some new underwear.I had only those hideous pairs (yes you have ALL seen them) the polka dots,the pink/purple stripes.the lime green VERY comfy,but cotton and frumpy pairs...Enough I decided.Now of COURSE I wouldt have LOVED to have gone to Victorias secret and spent $200 on lingerie...BUT I went to TJ max and spent what I hink is a very modest $37 on 3 new bras and four pairs of undies...they ALWAY have a sale somewhere and my underwear is lacy and pretty and I DESERVE it.So do you.You do not stop existing once you have a baby.I frequently have to do things to remind me AND everyone around that I am damn well not some frugly old past sell by date,boring person.Weather that be,saying something outrageous,wearing a short skirt.Dancing on a bar,going to kareoke.Buying sexy underwear and posting pics all over the net :O



Then so be it! BUt SHOW the world that you exist,start with you.You are here.What do you feel like doing?maybe you cant do it all or right now,but dont stop dreaming,getting there bit by bit.Actively taking steps (liek finishing your craft room EXCELLENT idea!) and if YOU cant go out,invite over a girlfriend and open a bottle of wine and send hubby out with a friend or somewhere,rent a movie,cook something exotic and remember you are 'cool' and who cares what anyone thinks but you.You don't HAVE to keep house like martha f in stuart,just do your best and if someone doesnt like it.They can damn well walk a mile in your shoes and see how well they do! You will be ok sweety.One more peice of advice I know everyone is thinking 'shut the HELL up about it Holi" but please..rent/watch..."the secret' you are so close in so many ways to this positive thought,but I think perhaps it could give you some more pointers on how to 'not get dragged down in a spiral of defeat' You rawk girl! hang in there and please come here whenever!

love you! xxxxx

Woo hoo look at that hot ass!!!!! ....Already seen it though...got any new ones!? LOL

Lou Lou, I think I can understand and appreciate where you are coming from, although I am back at work and have been since he was 4 months old. When you are at home and assume full on mommyhood 24-7 you very much lose your sense of self. It DOES get better!! I know I went thru that more with Blaine because I was 24 years old, married into having a baby - didn't have the pregnancy leading up to the thought, then bam, I am a mother! I only worked 3 12 hour shifts, so for 4 days out of the week I was a SAHM with Blaine. I must say I very much lost the sense of who I was for those 4 days and couldn't wait til Ray would get home so we could have some adult conversation! I hope you feel better and I am really sorry It honestly DOES get better though the older they get. Before long he will entertain himself you will be like - HEY Remember me!? Hang in there!!! XXXX

As for me this morning...do you ever just wake up and think .. "Wow...I COULD REALLY CHOKE A BITCH!?" Well, that is how my morning is going...
Let me explain...

At sunday school yesterday, the SAME kid that is ALWAYS F'N sick, gets to the nursery and his mom drops him off like she ALWAYS F'N does!!! At first I was like "Whew! Great he ISN"T sick today!!" THen he walks up to Thane and tries to take his toy...and SNEEZES in Thane's face!!!! "Oh its Allergies" claims the nursery worker...well tons of F'N green snot was pouring down his face!!!!!!!!!! For the record...allergy snot is clear NOT Green!!!!!!!
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WTF!! WHY BRING YOUR SICK KID TO A NURSERY!!!!!!!!!!! There is a note on the door that says not to bring them in!!!

SOOOOOOOO...guess how MY night went!?!?!?! Thane was up all night not able to breathe thru his nose and he is all stuffy and coughing (I thoguht you couldn't CATCH allergies!! )....so for ONE hour of his life that I let him go play at sunday school, I have lost about 3 hours of sleep if not more, i am gonna have to miss some of MY work, AND Pay the dr' copay, AND probably get a F'N prescription just because ONE STUPID BITCH HAD TO TAKE HER SICK KID TO SUNDAY SCHOOL!!!!!!!!!!! AHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH!!!!

I'm sorry ladies, but i just am soooo pissed off right now cuz this chick ALWAYS does this....the last 4 times AT LEAST that thane has been sick was due to THIS kid!!

ANd I am terrified something will happen to THane!! Where I live, we have been having tons of horrible stories of babies just barely sick with a head cold are dying!!!! And they are just about Thane's age I cannot bear the thought of it. So, all night I was staring at him making sure he was breathing.

He is a SAH - baby with his nanny coming here all week, so he is not used to being around all those sick kids I just had to vent...i am so pissed

Anyway, happy day to all of you! XXXXXXXX

ugh.Sorry Ginny.I hate that too.People are SO incondiderate.I would NEVER do that to someone.I don't take my kids in public when they are really sick.I mean,if it just the sniffles then not so much but if it's a full on cold (like you said green snot,any fever or of course,diaohreha or vommiting) then they stay home and I don't really go out until they are better.

I went to the drs surgery with Teo for Tia-li's toe that time and 24 hours later he had that stomach e virus THIS is why I don't take my kids for their 'regular' check ups.I weigh them occasioanly and read as many books as I can.Even when we go to the 'well child' side of the drs office.He still gets sick.No thank you.I only go if I absolutely 100% can't avoid it.I mean I know thats a place FOR sick people and what you are talking about is not!Maybe it's relgious people (just kidding) anyway.I know what you mean by wanting to kill someone for bringing out their sick kid.I hope Thane feels better soon.and the stories you heard are just freak accidents.Perhaps it was from the 'cough and cold' medicines that the FDA banned the year before last they were causing deaths but not a cold it's self.Just watch what meds you give him is all.Don't mix too much or if you do make sure you get a few opinions first!

Anyway...he will be fine.I just know it sucks when they are sick and you get no sleep as well! hugs