Relaxing morning here. We were coloring and DD wanted to peel the wrapper off the crayon. So I gave her a bunch and a bowl to put the paper wrappers in. Go to town, kid!! I'll be here on the couch with my coffee.
steph I'm so sorry you're having to take care of the kids on your own all the time. I can relate, and it's so frustrating! Here's hoping today is your day for some kid-free time!
DS learned how to blow raspberries. That's all he's done since yesterday afternoon. He's been making himself red in the face at times. We are thoroughly entertained over here!
I went to church today with my granny. When I went into my deep depression after the election, my granny actually sat and prayed with me (well sat silently and watched me pray at least). I felt that I at least owed her the same support.
I started covering (wearing hijab) full-time again after the election, so of course I covered today. Granny gave me a funny look but we kept pressing on.
Guys, I was literally sweating like a whore in church. Like I totally get that saying now. I was looking around to see if anyone else was hot but everyone seemed fine. I asked my granny and she said "maybe you should take some of those scarves off to cool down." It annoyed me but I let it go.
As we're leaving, these 3 old biddies walked up to me and showed me a calendar of available dates to have LO a christening/dedication service thing. Instead of explaining Muslim birth rituals that we have already done, I just walked away.
I have lots to report!! LO finally mastered rolling over onto her belly a couple days ago. Now if I place her onto her play mat, she immediately rolls onto her belly and starts scooting forward. She can make it about ten feet so far. She is way way ahead of our first daughter. Second, she is killing me biting with her two little razor teeth. It's like the first week of BF all over again. Ow ow ow.
Today was the third time in a week that I suddenly crashed really hard - to the point where I couldn't really care for my kids. Fortunately each time there have been other people around but I am really scared that this will happen someday while I'm alone with them.
bocaburger I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how scary that is. Is it from sleep deprivation, meds, or parenting 2 tiny humans? I guess I'm asking if there's anything within your power you could possibly switch up.
bocaburger I'm so sorry. I can only imagine how scary that is. Is it from sleep deprivation, meds, or parenting 2 tiny humans? I guess I'm asking if there's anything within your power you could possibly switch up.
Thanks sakinah. I think it's sleep deprivation + parenting. I'm working on eating better and staying more hydrated but otherwise I'm not sure there's anything I can do. It's scary.
Today was the third time in a week that I suddenly crashed really hard - to the point where I couldn't really care for my kids. Fortunately each time there have been other people around but I am really scared that this will happen someday while I'm alone with them.
I've had moments where I don't want to function or move, with one baby. So I don't know how you do it with two. You're amazing. The way I see it, if they're some place safe and not crying, I'm fine with resting or sleeping for a little bit nearby when I absolutely need it.
Relaxing morning here. We were coloring and DD wanted to peel the wrapper off the crayon. So I gave her a bunch and a bowl to put the paper wrappers in. Go to town, kid!! I'll be here on the couch with my coffee.
Sakinah I'm proud of you for standing up for your faith, for being supportive of your granny, and for being strong in your convictions. I want you to know that I stand with you
Today was the third time in a week that I suddenly crashed really hard - to the point where I couldn't really care for my kids. Fortunately each time there have been other people around but I am really scared that this will happen someday while I'm alone with them.
I've had moments where I don't want to function or move, with one baby. So I don't know how you do it with two. You're amazing. The way I see it, if they're some place safe and not crying, I'm fine with resting or sleeping for a little bit nearby when I absolutely need it.
It's pretty rare that I get them both down and not crying at the same time...
I've had moments where I don't want to function or move, with one baby. So I don't know how you do it with two. You're amazing. The way I see it, if they're some place safe and not crying, I'm fine with resting or sleeping for a little bit nearby when I absolutely need it.
It's pretty rare that I get them both down and not crying at the same time...
Then more power to you, just do what you need to do to survive. I don't know how you do it, but you are a strong person.
bocaburger, the body is an amazing thing and my guess is that it won't happen whwn you are alone because you and your body know it can't. Likely that's why it happens when others are there. But I can imagine how scary it is for sure. We are here to help you through. You are doing a great job. And is proven by how the babies want you to be soothed. They clearly have a good bond with you!.
(Not saying that babies that don't need mom to soothe are not well bonded with mom. I hope that doesn't come across wrong)
Sakinah, sometimes old church folk are the worst. I am sorry they couldn't just be inclusive. And welcome you and not on your first day there try and convert you and LO gosh!
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I've had moments where I don't want to function or move, with one baby. So I don't know how you do it with two. You're amazing. The way I see it, if they're some place safe and not crying, I'm fine with resting or sleeping for a little bit nearby when I absolutely need it.
It's pretty rare that I get them both down and not crying at the same time...
What matters is that they are somewhere safe - crying or not. Crying won't hurt them so put them down and take a breather if you need it.
Sometimes, you have to come first. It's okay - truly.
On Thursday baby figured out rolling over and every nap would be on his belly. Since then he hasn't rolled over once. What's up with that?
I used to notice that DD1 would focus on something until she could do it, but then it was on to something new. Maybe he's just not interested in rolling anymore at the moment.
Sakinah I'm proud of you for standing up for your faith, for being supportive of your granny, and for being strong in your convictions. I want you to know that I stand with you
Thank you so so much for this. You don't know how much it means to me.
I'm not crying. Someone is just cutting onions. Really.
bocaburger - I am so sorry. I know the feeling of fear that you are suddenly just going to fall over while parenting. I get pretty dizzy sometimes if I stand up too fast these days. So far I have yet to totally give out. I agree with the others - if the babies are in a safe place and you've done what you can, you've done what you can.
Sometimes I totally empathize with the old school idea that it is good for babies to cry. I don't believe it, but I see how it would be so much easier to believe it. It would take the guilt off of those moments when you simply can't do another thing to deal with the crying. I hope you can let yourself let go of any guilt sometimes and get what you need.
Consult went well. The doc was really nice. He was running behind because he was in surgery this morning. Considering I was there for a surgery consult, I can't be mad at that. I'd definitely rather him be more thorough in surgery lol.
He said we can do it right at 6 mos, or wait up until he's about a year. We both agreed that asap is better though. The scheduler will be calling me at some point to see it up.
You know when you have so much to do, but you just sit and hold your baby while she naps? Yeah, that's the best 💜
Or when all you want to do at 5am is go back to sleep after feeding the baby and rocking him back to sleep. Then he looks up at you, smiles, blows a raspberry in your face, and smiles again.
You know when you have so much to do, but you just sit and hold your baby while she naps? Yeah, that's the best 💜
Or when all you want to do at 5am is go back to sleep after feeding the baby and rocking him back to sleep. Then he looks up at you, smiles, blows a raspberry in your face, and smiles again.
I love when I feed her in the middle of the night and she's sack-of-potatoes asleep when I try to burp her. I hug and rock with her on my chest for far too long some nights instead of just putting her back down.
Or when all you want to do at 5am is go back to sleep after feeding the baby and rocking him back to sleep. Then he looks up at you, smiles, blows a raspberry in your face, and smiles again.
I love when I feed her in the middle of the night and she's sack-of-potatoes asleep when I try to burp her. I hug and rock with her on my chest for far too long some nights instead of just putting her back down.
Or when all you want to do at 5am is go back to sleep after feeding the baby and rocking him back to sleep. Then he looks up at you, smiles, blows a raspberry in your face, and smiles again.
I love when I feed her in the middle of the night and she's sack-of-potatoes asleep when I try to burp her. I hug and rock with her on my chest for far too long some nights instead of just putting her back down.
Me too! I do it at bedtime and it's the best. It's the time I miss most with DD. She doesn't want to cuddle at bedtime anymore.
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