DD3 rolled over for the first time last night in the MOTN (so of course I didn't see her first time rolling over haha). So it's officially goodbye to the swaddle. 😥
I've been doing one arm in/ one arm out and she has been sleeping really well, but both arms out means horrible sleep. I'm going to give it a few days before trying something else and hope she gets used to it, so I don't have to transition her out of something else later.
This isn't my business but please consider getting SD counseling. I was in a terrible car accident as a child and my mom did not take me for any counseling. To this day I'm incredibly jumpy in vehicles.
Post by dorkusmalorkus on Oct 20, 2016 9:22:26 GMT -5
steph How scary!! I'm glad everyone was physically ok!
joy I'm so sorry you're dealing with all of that. Any part of it (remodeling, husband's crazy hours, trying to figure out the best way to feed your baby, migraines...) is too much, but all together?!? Nope. It sounds like you've got a good start on taking care of each piece of it. I hope you catch a break from all of it soon!
Cabinets have been located. They should be delivered tomorrow. Apparently no one is working here until the cabinets arrive (::RAGE:: - there are other projects to be done). They better be delivered at - like - 7am.
Mistakenly tried to talk to my husband last night, came it very wrong, and ended with a lot of tension on all sides. ::confetti::
Post by coffeequeen14 on Oct 20, 2016 9:45:08 GMT -5
joy I've struggled with work life balance my whole career. The stakes are higher when you're balancing another person in your life other than just a spouse, particularly one that has a demanding schedule. One thing H and I have done is schedule meetings with one another to discuss concerns and upcoming work demands. This prevents the "I have X going on but after that I swear I'll be more focused on baby." And also allows your needs to be scheduled too.
Another thing I have done to ensure he helps is doing things for myself outside of the house. I will now go to Starbucks to do work or even just read so that I have scheduled time where H is in charge and I can take care of my needs.
Last, we have assigned everything to one or the other.m to prevent miscommunications but also ensure fair division of labor. That helped so it isn't all on me.
Post by spicysalmonroll on Oct 20, 2016 12:11:21 GMT -5
elm1214, 30 minutes is too long in my house. We are each able to calm him down in about 10-15 minutes and we employ every tactic to do so. If either of us is failing after 10 minutes the other steps in and we don't feel badly for "taking over".
steph jesus!!!!! That looks so freaking terrible, I am so, so glad they are OK!! Was there another vehicle involved? Gosh your family had an angel there for sure.
Post by remylove1011 on Oct 20, 2016 13:01:48 GMT -5
elm1214 I totally agree with @spiceysalmonroll. 30 minutes is too long. We will both employ the tap out method after 10 minutes with no hard feelings. I think sometimes she just wants a certain hold or movement so it helps. I'd have a very difficult time letting her go for 30 minutes of crying.
Me (30) MH (32) Dx: MFI (low all the things) M. 10/11. TTC Since 01/14 IUI#1-3(Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN Second Opinion. Changed RE's. IVF 09/15 Long Lupron 12R/9M/8F, Transferred 1=BFN. 4 frosties. FET #1 12/15 Transferred 1 (3 still on ice)
Post by hannahbear on Oct 20, 2016 13:23:47 GMT -5
Ackkkkkkk I was trying to cut E's nails and he jerked his hand and I clipped his little finger! He screamed bloody murder and it's bleeding a little. Poor guy. I feel so bay for hurting him.
Post by bocaburger on Oct 20, 2016 13:28:57 GMT -5
Ughhh H's boss is unhappy with his performance since the twins were born and basically made it clear that he has to step it up. So that means more time at work, less time with the babies and me.
Ughhh H's boss is unhappy with his performance since the twins were born and basically made it clear that he has to step it up. So that means more time at work, less time with the babies and me.
Ughhh H's boss is unhappy with his performance since the twins were born and basically made it clear that he has to step it up. So that means more time at work, less time with the babies and me.
Today is a good day! Baby is in a good mood AND napping well. Our rainy day activity of cornstarch and water entertained DD1 for 2 (!) hours. If only all days could be like this, minus the rain.
Ackkkkkkk I was trying to cut E's nails and he jerked his hand and I clipped his little finger! He screamed bloody murder and it's bleeding a little. Poor guy. I feel so bay for hurting him.
I havent even tried to cut them yet for this reason! Im so worried about doing this that I've only use a nail file so far. It's ok!! I think it happens a lot!
Me (30) MH (32) Dx: MFI (low all the things) M. 10/11. TTC Since 01/14 IUI#1-3(Letrozole + Trigger) = BFN Second Opinion. Changed RE's. IVF 09/15 Long Lupron 12R/9M/8F, Transferred 1=BFN. 4 frosties. FET #1 12/15 Transferred 1 (3 still on ice)
Ughhh H's boss is unhappy with his performance since the twins were born and basically made it clear that he has to step it up. So that means more time at work, less time with the babies and me.
Oh no!!! What did the boss say? That's so tough.
That he needs to pull his share and be more proactive.
I had my therapist visit yesterday and told her that I always jump to worst case scenario. If I don't hear from my husband and he's running late my brain automatically jumps to he was in a car accident. He actually set his phone up so I could view his location if I needed to because I'm that paranoid. She told me that it's not a rational/normal way to think. DH hadddd to prove her wrong.
So I'm going to ramble a bit here about religion, even though I know it's not something we really talk about here. I mentioned before I've had a lot of anxiety around death lately and it's made me question my religion a lot. A few nights ago I found myself googling about God and I kept reading that if you question your beliefs but want to believe, God will show himself to you. And then this happens and they both walk away okay. It's just breathtaking and scary for me all at one time.
My DH is all messed up emotionally. I took the kids out and when I got home he told me he went to the church. I don't remember the last time he's been in a church.
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