So there is no school today because of President's Day ...but my school decided it would be a great day to have professional development. I could have probably gotten out of it as part time, but I have logged no hours this school year as I was on mat leave at the start of school. Ugh Also, I am really trying to eat cleaner and they will be starting the day with these really amazing donuts.
I have to go shopping today. My clothes fit so weird and I just feel frumpy. I hate shopping. I'll probably end up in Carters with clothes for the boys and nothing for me. That is how it always happens.
I have to go shopping today. My clothes fit so weird and I just feel frumpy. I hate shopping. I'll probably end up in Carters with clothes for the boys and nothing for me. That is how it always happens.
I think I've worn a combo of the same 4 pieces of clothing since I've given birth, because nothing fits right anymore.
I got new glasses a couple of weeks ago, but my new contacts just arrived last week. I have them in for the first time today and it is making my brain ache.
Post by daisylola11 on Feb 16, 2015 8:10:35 GMT -5
I should be going back to bed after nursing DS. It's 5am here... He only woke up the one time!! And considering DH got up for work at 2am and made noise that's unbelievable!
Post by daisylola11 on Feb 16, 2015 8:14:47 GMT -5
I'm thinking of starting to make a calendar with specific routines/activities/ possible projects for the week/day. I think that will make my SAH life much better. Plus I like going to target and picking out planners.
I think that's what I miss a lot about going to school... Picking a new planner out for the semester lol
We are (supposed to be) going to BRU to pick up our first convertible carseat today. Bleh at spending the money.
I've seen that a lot of people are switching. I feel so clueless. Is it because your LOs are getting too long or what? I have no plans to switch up yet but maybe I'm missing something?
We are (supposed to be) going to BRU to pick up our first convertible carseat today. Bleh at spending the money.
I've seen that a lot of people are switching. I feel so clueless. Is it because your LOs are getting too long or what? I have no plans to switch up yet but maybe I'm missing something?
I think it depends on what you are comfortable with/lifestyle, as long as LO is still within length and weight limits, the infant seat is fine.
For us with older LOs, there just came a time where it was easier to pull the babies out of the seat than lug around the infant seat.
I've seen that a lot of people are switching. I feel so clueless. Is it because your LOs are getting too long or what? I have no plans to switch up yet but maybe I'm missing something?
I think it depends on what you are comfortable with/lifestyle, as long as LO is still within length and weight limits, the infant seat is fine.
For us with older LOs, there just came a time where it was easier to pull the babies out of the seat than lug around the infant seat.
I'm honestly torn - the infant seat is a pain in the ass to lug around, but great for when she is asleep when we are out and about.
I really only want to pick it up to capitalize on a 15% off coupon I have for BRU. It is their trade-in event, but I don't think I have anything to trade-in to get the 25% off.
In application, I'll likely be using the infant seat for as long as I can.
We are (supposed to be) going to BRU to pick up our first convertible carseat today. Bleh at spending the money.
I've seen that a lot of people are switching. I feel so clueless. Is it because your LOs are getting too long or what? I have no plans to switch up yet but maybe I'm missing something?
It is different for everyone. I switched because I am giving a friend my bucket seat and I get a little more room in the front seat with the convertible. Some babies don't like to be in a car seat and sometimes a convertible makes it better because it sits more upright. But some people just leave their infant seat in the car until baby outgrows it by weight or height if they don't want to carry it in and out of places.
I've seen that a lot of people are switching. I feel so clueless. Is it because your LOs are getting too long or what? I have no plans to switch up yet but maybe I'm missing something?
It is different for everyone. I switched because I am giving a friend my bucket seat and I get a little more room in the front seat with the convertible. Some babies don't like to be in a car seat and sometimes a convertible makes it better because it sits more upright. But some people just leave their infant seat in the car until baby outgrows it by weight or height if they don't want to carry it in and out of places.
As our resident guru, what is your brand/model of choice, cdseno? I'm leaning towards to Graco 4ever?
<-----currently has $900+/- worth of car seats in two cars. (haven't bought convertible for LO3 yet)
Seriously. I told DH the brand new one would go in my car, and we can try to find a good used one for his car. I'm not dropping $600 on that shiznit.
ETA: Especially since that shiznit is going on my credit card, as is.
Please don't buy a used car seat. It just isn't a good idea at all, unless it comes from someone you trust your babies life with because you never know how it was treated or if they washed the straps or if it was in an accident. People lie. You can buy a perfectly safe car seat for cheap. Like $40. The Cosco brand ones are no less safe than a $300 seat, it just has less bells and whistles and maybe slightly lower weight/height restrictions.
My LO really loves his convertible car seat. He was getting too squished in the infant one. Although we still use it in Daddy's truck. I need to pick up a convertible for DH's truck. Sigh.
On a better note...we finally have a good snow here and it's great bc I'm not scheduled to work. If I were scheduled I would have to get out in the shit snow since I am a "critical" employee and can't call in on snow days. So it's awesome when it snows and I can actually stay home. Let the laziness commence.
Seriously. I told DH the brand new one would go in my car, and we can try to find a good used one for his car. I'm not dropping $600 on that shiznit.
ETA: Especially since that shiznit is going on my credit card, as is.
Please don't buy a used car seat. It just isn't a good idea at all, unless it comes from someone you trust your babies life with because you never know how it was treated or if they washed the straps or if it was in an accident. People lie. You can buy a perfectly safe car seat for cheap. Like $40. The Cosco brand ones are no less safe than a $300 seat, it just has less bells and whistles and maybe slightly lower weight/height restrictions.
Thank you for this. I really never even thought about it. But, in regards to the bolded..Oh my god, I didn't know this was a no-no! I just googled it to see why it was not a good idea. Scary!
Chrisse the 4ever is a really nice seat. Here is a whole blog post of recommended seats along with pros and cons. Sometimes it is easier to see what the experts have said after reviewing the seats. I have a Nextfit in my car and I love it. Some people say it is a pain to get tight, but I never had any major issues and it slowly got easier the longer I used it. Plus it is really easy to install. carseatblog.com/carseatblogcoms-recommended-car-seats/
Post by mandapanda1382 on Feb 16, 2015 9:00:04 GMT -5
Yeah, I just leave my infant seat in the car now. No need to lug it around if that is your issue. He's perfectly fine in his infant seat. He can be in it until 30 lbs or 30 in. His head is not close to 1 in from the top yet.
Chrisse the 4ever is a really nice seat. Here is a whole blog post of recommended seats along with pros and cons. Sometimes it is easier to see what the experts have said after reviewing the seats. I have a Nextfit in my car and I love it. Some people say it is a pain to get tight, but I never had any major issues and it slowly got easier the longer I used it. Plus it is really easy to install. carseatblog.com/carseatblogcoms-recommended-car-seats/
Thank you!
I was using the Car Seat for Littles comparison tool, but I felt like the information just wasn't sinking in. The Nextfit is also on my list.
Thanks for the info everyone. Sometimes I feel like I have no idea about stuff like this. Example: You aren't supposed to wash the straps?? (I haven't , but I would have if they were dirty. Oops)
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