A Friday unlike any other

[ksyknelvr73]

This is truly a day of mourning for me. I've already cried. I'm working from home today and so glad for that. I don't think I could function in public. I'll be watching literally anything but inauguration related stuff today.

[britta]

I feel like this is a day of mourning almost. +1 not watching the TV and also staying off FB. I can't.

I'm waiting for the pediatrician to open to make an appt to take DS2 back in. FX his oxygen level is still stable, but his temp is rising and they didn't want to see that. DS1 doesn't have daycare today, so I'll have both in tow.

I'm thinking we're going to change our plans and not go visit my extended family this weekend.

[iwantbacon]

I turned on the news this morning and started crying. Glad to be home today, though also glad that so many of my coworkers feel the same way.

DS2 has a cold and has started to get crusty eyes. At what point does that become something to see pedi about? No temperature , acting pretty normal.

[ksyknelvr73]

iwantbacon I would say fever or interruption in eating habits - including not eating well, or not having enough wet diapers. Sometimes sleep interruption (a sudden change) can be an indicator of something too, like an ear infection.

[becole]

I'm barely hanging on in the mornings I have two alone and have to get us all dressed and drop the big off. I don't think I can do this. How are you all doing this?

[ksyknelvr73]

Jan 20, 2017 9:18:23 GMT -5 becole said:

I'm barely hanging on in the mornings I have two alone and have to get us all dressed and drop the big off. I don't think I can do this. How are you all doing this?

I feel like this too. I have to get the 3 kiddos ready plus myself and drop all of them off by 7am (this is a hard deadline since my biggest has to be at daycare to catch the bus to kindergarten).

My biggest thing is doing as much as possible the night before. Bottles are made and capped, diaper bag set out with extra clothes and wipes already in it. I set out the boys' clothes for the next day. I set out my own clothes as well. I even prep my coffee travel mug and get my breakfast and lunch prepped just to grab and go.

In the mornings, I get myself ready first as much as possible, if one of my boys gets up while I am getting ready, I turn on a movie and let them hang out in my bed. DS1 is totally self sufficient and gets himself fully ready. I have to help the 2 year old but I am teaching him how to get undressed and also how to get dressed. Some things are harder than others for him. He is also potty training still so that adds a layer of difficulty. After I get the boys ready, I get the baby up. Oh! I dress her in what she is wearing to daycare the night before so she sleeps in it and I don't have to worry about dressing her in the mornings. I change her diaper, and usually one of the boys helps me feed her so I can finish getting dressed.

It's crazy. The whole morning process takes at least an hour and a half and that's on a good day.

[becole]

I'm trying to figure out just how early I need to get up. I told my work that baby isn't taking a bottle and we are still practicing. Next week I am going to go into work a few half days and see how it goes.

[macaronmama]

britta, iwantbacon, hope both your boys feel better soon.

I would cry if I thought about today too much, so I'm just trying to ignore it all. Living in DC makes it so effing hard though. Luckily my boss said I can telework today so I don't have to get stuck in the traffic. The plans today are to do my work, kiss my kid and my husband, and be glad I have a relatively stable/necessary job.

[hikingmama222]

Hugs to all my American mama's.

Went to an info session at DD'S school last night. Came home to both kids asleep. Way to go DH!

Nothing really planned for this morning, DD just has preschool this afternoon.

I feel like I still get nothing accomplished during the day.

[penguin129]

I actually have the inauguration coverage on. I was looking for GMA, but this was on instead. I was going to go to Wal-mart, but decided not to. I did not vote for Trump and am not his fan by any means. I am trying to remain hopeful that some good will come of this.

[ksyknelvr73]

I got this onesie yesterday for DD.

[ksyknelvr73]

Jan 20, 2017 9:48:56 GMT -5 penguin129 said:

I actually have the inauguration coverage on. I was looking for GMA, but this was on instead. I was going to go to Wal-mart, but decided not to. I did not vote for Trump and am not his fan by any means. I am trying to remain hopeful that some good will come of this.

I personally will have my TV tuned to anything else. Every TV in my house. I refuse to give him the ratings.

[fem]

Our librarian sent the whole school a YouTube link to watch the inauguration. It's Fox News. I really, really hope none of the teachers decide to show it to the kids.

Pumping now, hoping when I call daycare in a bit that O is taking a bottle today.

[wahooMOM13]

Was hoping to see your little guy was doing better britta

[ksyknelvr73]

Jan 20, 2017 10:16:42 GMT -5 fem said:

Our librarian sent the whole school a YouTube link to watch the inauguration. It's Fox News. I really, really hope none of the teachers decide to show it to the kids.

Pumping now, hoping when I call daycare in a bit that O is taking a bottle today.

DH is a teacher and he said he will absolutely not be showing it today in his class. He may face some backlash because we are in a red state.

[jwinct]

It's a sad, dark day for America today. We officially the laughing stock of the world, and Putin is probably sitting back having a great laugh at his handy work.

I have to try not to think about it too much or it literally affects my sleep.



(If you've seen The Help, you'll get this.)

[ksyknelvr73]

@kitchen I chose HGTV too! Lol Except I am actually paying attention to it.

[ksyknelvr73]

jwinct a shit pie is perfect.

[erien22846]

Jan 20, 2017 8:48:33 GMT -5 iwantbacon said:

I turned on the news this morning and started crying. Glad to be home today, though also glad that so many of my coworkers feel the same way.

DS2 has a cold and has started to get crusty eyes. At what point does that become something to see pedi about? No temperature , acting pretty normal.

Haven't read other responses, but crusty eyes can indicate an ear infection. My kids either got a temperature or crusty eyes with ear infections, never both.

I hate trying to decide when to go to the doctor. Especially now that we're on a high deductible plan so an office visit is $100+ instead of a $25 copay.

[iwantbacon]

We're watching a cartoon Ninja Turtle movie. Since I can't do mimosas, I got myself a delicious latte instead of my usual black coffee.

[hikingmama222]

DD slept 13.5 hrs last night! From 7-830. Clearly I'm keeping her busy enough this week. If only DS could start following suit.

[jwinct]

hikingmama222- Wow, that is a lot of sleep for anyone!

[iwantbacon]

I left a message for the advice nurse to see what they say. At least I have today off in case I need to bring him in, plus they have walk in hours tomorrow morning if it comes to that.

[erien22846]

Jan 20, 2017 9:18:23 GMT -5 becole said:

I'm barely hanging on in the mornings I have two alone and have to get us all dressed and drop the big off. I don't think I can do this. How are you all doing this?

You'll find your routine. As mentioned, prep as much the night before as possible. We just started picking out the kids' clothes for the week on Sunday night to remove on potential battle at bedtime.

Toddler antics can be difficult to manage. Some days they do as their told and help get dressed. Other mornings there are a lot of tears and we run a little late. But being consistent in expectations has helped things run more smoothly. Give yourself plenty of time to get out the door so you can remain patient. Though difficult at times, being patient reduces tantrums and delays in our house.

It really helps if the baby sleeps up until you have to be out the door. Or plays independently. Otherwise, they just may have to fuss while you get everything else ready.

All that being said, I've had this conversation with many irl mom friends. The struggle is real.

[hikingmama222]

Jan 20, 2017 10:53:19 GMT -5 jwinct said:

hikingmama222- Wow, that is a lot of sleep for anyone!

I know! She's my good sleeper. She consistently sleeps 11-12 hours overnight. She's loving not being woken up this year to go to daycare. September will be rough when she needs to get up early for school again.

[jillian]

I'm so glad I don't do the morning routine and most likely never will. Going to work super early has its advantages.

[britta]

iwantbacon goopy eyes commonly come along with cold symptoms, especially upper respiratory congestion. If there's not fever and the eyeball itself isn't red, it's ok to monitor.
becole +1 to getting as much ready as possible the night before. I even load things into the car if possible. I have to get up about an hour earlier than normal nowadays, to get myself ready and account for random kid occurrences that might slow us down.

We just got home from DS2's revisit. O2 levels are still low side of normal. We're staying the course for now.

Our TV is usually on and tuned to PBS, for toddler purposes. This morning they were showing the usual, but I turned it on just now and they're showing inauguration coverage. NOPE. DVR FTW.

[ksyknelvr73]

britta join us on the HGTV train!

Still thinking of you and your little guy. I hope things start improving.

[britta]

Jan 20, 2017 11:48:41 GMT -5 ksyknelvr73 said:

britta join us on the HGTV train!

Still thinking of you and your little guy. I hope things start improving.

When the big lays down I might do just that! Right now it's MMCH. And, thanks.

[jwinct]

britta - I hope your little guy starts improving soon. Poor li'l guy.