I gave 1 of my employees the day off because this week has felt like getting smacked in the face repeatedly. I'm sure that means my day will be...fun...but at least it's Friday!
We are going to see my ILs for the weekend for an early bday celebration for DD2. Not looking forward to the drive after work, but a weekend with family will be nice!
Post by lovemyirishtwins on Feb 17, 2017 7:17:08 GMT -5
I am laying in bed and everyone else I still asleep it is glorious. I do not know if I should lay here and hardly move or risk sneaking downstairs for some coffee. I love this quiet and I want it to last.
I'm so ready to get this day going and over. It's actually supposed to be an easy day for me (just jinxed that), but I need some time off. I'm having a donut party with one of my classes this morning so that'll be fun!
Post by 360blessings on Feb 17, 2017 8:26:24 GMT -5
My best friend at work forgot to process a grant for one of her faculty that was due to the NIH yesterday at 5:00. Even though I only help out with her department occasionally and I didn't even know about that particular grant, I've still gotten roped in to the texts/phone calls/and meetings with our boss and higher ups. I know she feels horrible and has been very stressed and overwhelmed but I'm frustrated that I have to be involved with the backlash. And of course today is my work from home day and I can't logon to my work laptop because it says no logon servers are available. Looks like I might have to go in to work anyway. :/ Not happy.
W is super cranky this morning. But it's supposed to be mid50s and sunny all day so a trip to the park is in order. And maybe a walk. Hoping getting out of the house will help.
My ILs are coming tomorrow. Booo. I feel so awkward after our last visit. I gave birth at midnight and they showed up to "surprise" us at the hospital at 9 am after we had not slept. The nurses were still getting my bleeding under control so when they got there I was still hooked up to pitocin, had a catheter in, and was naked under a sheet. Oh and nurses were coming in every 30 minutes to massage my ute and push out clots and weigh my pads. It was so awful having them in the room and I was the hugest bitch and cried when they arrived. They ended up holding the baby for a little while and then going to breakfast with my h and then leaving. I don't know if I should apologize or what... I waiver between being angry and feeling guilty.
Post by shawnabm1320 on Feb 17, 2017 8:48:28 GMT -5
I'm running out of things to do that I actually care enough about to make myself do.
And even though I was dilated at my last appointment and have had random single hours of contractions 10 minutes apart, there is no baby. Getting impatient over here.
It's supposed to be mid-40's today, which isn't super warm, but I think F and I are going to play outside or something. I need fresh air and sunshine!
Still freaking out over JR's accident this morning. No idea what happened. One second we were all on the bed and the next she and the dog had tumbled off. She cried for a little bit then was acting totally normal. Wouldn't let us put ice on her head, which is the one thing the pediatric nurse said was imperative. The nurse also said we have to monitor her and sleep in her room for two nights to look out for vomit and changes in behavior and I just wish she had told me JR was going to be fine. Her little goose egg looks so sad.
EmMilAlly, I wouldn't apologize for that. They are the ones who should apologize for that situation. I get being excited to meet your new grandbaby, but labor and birth are not exactly a picnic for the mom.
@wafflesfriendswork is still at Disney and my week has been SO boring and empty not having her to talk to on gchat! Like, the saddest week ever. You better be back on Tuesday!
amch8 I disagree with the nurse. Def look out for vomiting or a behavior change but ice isn't imperative. And I wouldn't sleep in her room. DD fell full down our steps at this age and they weren't concerned beyond keeping an eye for concussion symptoms. They weren't even that concerned when she had an actual concussion last summer.
Post by lovemyirishtwins on Feb 17, 2017 9:01:12 GMT -5
Viv is sitting next to me drinking her milk as I drink my coffee. Her hands feel like little ice cubes so naturally she feels compelled to rub them all over me.
EmMilAlly I wouldn't apologize either. If they were normal people they'd apologize.
How's Henry doing with Louis?
He is doing great!!! He comes over and says "baby!" and will give him a little kiss on the toes but other than that he leaves him alone. He's loving the extra visitors and having my H home and is still going to daycare for 6 hours a day, so life is good for him. Honestly the transition has been better than I ever could have imagined and I'm feeling so happy!
amch8 I disagree with the nurse. Def look out for vomiting or a behavior change but ice isn't imperative. And I wouldn't sleep in her room. DD fell full down our steps at this age and they weren't concerned beyond keeping an eye for concussion symptoms. They weren't even that concerned when she had an actual concussion last summer.
Thank you for making me feel better. I'm mostly nervous because I didn't actually see the fall (of course), so I don't know *how* she fell. All I see is the bump on her forehead. I also think we need a rug in our bedroom now since she fell right onto hardwood. Kids, man. How do you deal with the stress?!
Post by pixiepink24 on Feb 17, 2017 9:10:10 GMT -5
amch8 Head injuries are so scary so I understand your panic. W had a mark on her head for months after her incident. We did go to the ER that night but an iron chair fell on her head down to the hardwoods and she wouldn't stop crying. I'm team "if it helps you feel at ease, go". I hope she feels better soon!
Still freaking out over JR's accident this morning. No idea what happened. One second we were all on the bed and the next she and the dog had tumbled off. She cried for a little bit then was acting totally normal. Wouldn't let us put ice on her head, which is the one thing the pediatric nurse said was imperative. The nurse also said we have to monitor her and sleep in her room for two nights to look out for vomit and changes in behavior and I just wish she had told me JR was going to be fine. Her little goose egg looks so sad.
A has taken SO many head dives and gotten a ton of bumps. A few weeks ago she ran full force into a solid glass door (FFFC: I laughed, it was so comical) but it was a really fucking hard crash. FFFC: I just monitor her and leave it at that. If I took her to the doctor for every bump, we'd be broke! I'm sure JR is totally fine
ETA: I feel like I need to add that I monitored with care and persistence so I dont get flamed. My post sounded pretty nonchalant, which is usually how I am, but if I thought it was a dire injury or saw warning signs, I'd def take her in.
Post by kristhegirl on Feb 17, 2017 9:16:19 GMT -5
EmMilAlly they should apologize to you. I'll give your husband a pass for not kicking them out since he was also up all night, as long as he feels bad now.
amch8 I disagree with the nurse. Def look out for vomiting or a behavior change but ice isn't imperative. And I wouldn't sleep in her room. DD fell full down our steps at this age and they weren't concerned beyond keeping an eye for concussion symptoms. They weren't even that concerned when she had an actual concussion last summer.
Thank you for making me feel better. I'm mostly nervous because I didn't actually see the fall (of course), so I don't know *how* she fell. All I see is the bump on her forehead. I also think we need a rug in our bedroom now since she fell right onto hardwood. Kids, man. How do you deal with the stress?!
I don't! I was a mess when she fell down the stairs. I can still see her falling down and can't even watch my kids walk on stairs without feeling nervous. And the day after she fell we put a runner on our steps because they were hardwood. Im no good at this stuff. I'm actually relieved that she was at school when she had the concussion because someone else dealt with it and I was allowed to not be in charge.
No one saw her fall this summer either so we're not sure if she blacked out and hit her head and blacked out. I was surprised how meh they (ER doctors and our regular pedi) were about this.
Post by kristhegirl on Feb 17, 2017 9:19:29 GMT -5
amch8 um... I'm obviously not a medical professional, but that seems like way overkill. Like, ice is hardly ever actually "imperative." Of course you'd look for signs of a concussion, because you're not an idiot, but sleeping in her room for two days??
My ILs are coming tomorrow. Booo. I feel so awkward after our last visit. I gave birth at midnight and they showed up to "surprise" us at the hospital at 9 am after we had not slept. The nurses were still getting my bleeding under control so when they got there I was still hooked up to pitocin, had a catheter in, and was naked under a sheet. Oh and nurses were coming in every 30 minutes to massage my ute and push out clots and weigh my pads. It was so awful having them in the room and I was the hugest bitch and cried when they arrived. They ended up holding the baby for a little while and then going to breakfast with my h and then leaving. I don't know if I should apologize or what... I waiver between being angry and feeling guilty.
Please do not feel bad. They were fools for showing up unannounced.
Post by shawnabm1320 on Feb 17, 2017 9:43:31 GMT -5
forevermorgan, I think I should have taken F outside a lot more this winter, but I don't have a coat that fits anymore. I'm super excited about the warm weather this weekend!
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