So I signed up for Amazon Mom diapers to be shipped and I just found out that my prime shipping doesn't apply to subscription orders?? WTF, Amazon!! So I won't get my diapers until NEXT week, which means I'm going to have to go and buy some from the store. And to use my 2 day shipping to get them earlier don't get the 20% off. I ordered the largest box, but what if that doesn't make it though the month? So every month I have to either go buy diapers from the store to tide me over or pay extra to get them earlier?? This seems like a horribly planned idea.
The same thing happened to me years ago when I started S&S. It all worked out, but yeah, it's annoying that you have to get diapers now. I will say that ours always do last the while month now and sometimes I even have extras. I buy the box of size 3 Luvs that has 186 diapers for DD and I've never run out. You'll love S&S once it's all sorted out. I haven't purchased diapers or wipes in a store in like 3 years!
Post by honeybee434 on Mar 1, 2015 18:28:21 GMT -5
I'm having conflicted mom issues today. After spending an entire weekend with DD I find myself wishing I could just have an hour or two break. But then Sunday night rolls around and I get really sad that I have to go back to work and can't spend each day with her. And then I feel guilty that I wanted a break when I only get the weekends with her. I think it's hard when on the weekends I want to equally rest from my exhausting work week AND spend every moment I can with DD AND get things done that I only have time to do on my days off. There just isn't enough time in a weekend to fit eveything in. Having a mini working mom meltdown. *sigh*
Honeybee, I understand the conflicted and guilty feeling. Don't be hard on yourself though! Everyone needs a little alone time to wind down no matter what their situation. I feel the same way at times. I think as moms we feel like we need to be available for our kids all the time or we are being selfish, but that's not the case. We just have to keep reminding each other of that.
honeybee434, I definitely get it. When I was pregnant with DD the hubs started taking DS to the gym with him (obviously he's in the nursery there) just so I could get a couple of kid free hours. Sometimes I got chores done, sometimes I just relaxed because I was pregnant and needed that, but I also felt band that I needed to have that time when I work full time and the weekends are our family times. What kind of mom am I that needs a break from her kids when she barely sees them in the week as it is? However, I am a better mom when I get this time to myself and DS has fun there with daddy, so I've gotten to the point where I'm ok with it. As soon as DD is old enough to go, she'll be joining him so I get my "me time" back.
I'm having conflicted mom issues today. After spending an entire weekend with DD I find myself wishing I could just have an hour or two break. But then Sunday night rolls around and I get really sad that I have to go back to work and can't spend each day with her. And then I feel guilty that I wanted a break when I only get the weekends with her. I think it's hard when on the weekends I want to equally rest from my exhausting work week AND spend every moment I can with DD AND get things done that I only have time to do on my days off. There just isn't enough time in a weekend to fit eveything in. Having a mini working mom meltdown. *sigh*
Hugs I don't know how working mom do it all. It's hard work
I'm having conflicted mom issues today. After spending an entire weekend with DD I find myself wishing I could just have an hour or two break. But then Sunday night rolls around and I get really sad that I have to go back to work and can't spend each day with her. And then I feel guilty that I wanted a break when I only get the weekends with her. I think it's hard when on the weekends I want to equally rest from my exhausting work week AND spend every moment I can with DD AND get things done that I only have time to do on my days off. There just isn't enough time in a weekend to fit eveything in. Having a mini working mom meltdown. *sigh*
I, too, could've written this post. I have almost these exact same feels each weekend. It's tough.
I keep getting these weird comments from older moms and I'm wondering if any of you have ideas on how to respond to this sort of thing.... Older mom will come up and say "what a beautiful baby... you must just love her... blah blah blah," normal baby compliment stuff. Then she'll say something like "Just you wait until they start talking, etc. I'd go back to sleepless nights and changing diapers if it meant no back-talking or teenage attitude."
Usually I say something like "well, I sure am enjoying her right now!" I can't counsel the mom who's obviously having a hard time with her kids, because I have no idea what teenagers are like, nor can I chime in with her sentiment, because I don't have any teens and I think it's kind of sad to think so negatively about your kids. What do you all say in response to that sort of comment?
I keep getting these weird comments from older moms and I'm wondering if any of you have ideas on how to respond to this sort of thing.... Older mom will come up and say "what a beautiful baby... you must just love her... blah blah blah," normal baby compliment stuff. Then she'll say something like "Just you wait until they start talking, etc. I'd go back to sleepless nights and changing diapers if it meant no back-talking or teenage attitude."
Usually I say something like "well, I sure am enjoying her right now!" I can't counsel the mom who's obviously having a hard time with her kids, because I have no idea what teenagers are like, nor can I chime in with her sentiment, because I don't have any teens and I think it's kind of sad to think so negatively about your kids. What do you all say in response to that sort of comment?
I've heard that before, too. I, myself, tend to agree because some teenagers can be assholes. I just laugh it off and secretly hope that Spencer is NOTHING like what my sister was like growing up. She was a bloody nightmare.
Mike is back to work tomorrow after being off since the beginning of October. 5 months of being together DAY and NIGHT has been a little tough. I'm happy he's going back because I can get some "me" time, (yes, Spencer will be with me but you know what I mean) and we'll have more money coming in. First thing I want to buy is a Sharper Image Foot Massager.
Mike is back to work tomorrow after being off since the beginning of October. 5 months of being together DAY and NIGHT has been a little tough. I'm happy he's going back because I can get some "me" time, (yes, Spencer will be with me but you know what I mean) and we'll have more money coming in. First thing I want to buy is a Sharper Image Foot Massager.
Canada has a long maternity leave right? I can imagine after a while things feel a little claustrophobic at home! I love when DH is home, but it's also nice to have designated me & Junie time during the day!
Mike is back to work tomorrow after being off since the beginning of October. 5 months of being together DAY and NIGHT has been a little tough. I'm happy he's going back because I can get some "me" time, (yes, Spencer will be with me but you know what I mean) and we'll have more money coming in. First thing I want to buy is a Sharper Image Foot Massager.
Canada has a long maternity leave right? I can imagine after a while things feel a little claustrophobic at home! I love when DH is home, but it's also nice to have designated me & Junie time during the day!
Yep, we get one year mat leave. It's awesome but it can take a toll financially. It's definitely worth the pay cut to be able to spend the time at home.
I keep getting these weird comments from older moms and I'm wondering if any of you have ideas on how to respond to this sort of thing.... Older mom will come up and say "what a beautiful baby... you must just love her... blah blah blah," normal baby compliment stuff. Then she'll say something like "Just you wait until they start talking, etc. I'd go back to sleepless nights and changing diapers if it meant no back-talking or teenage attitude."
Usually I say something like "well, I sure am enjoying her right now!" I can't counsel the mom who's obviously having a hard time with her kids, because I have no idea what teenagers are like, nor can I chime in with her sentiment, because I don't have any teens and I think it's kind of sad to think so negatively about your kids. What do you all say in response to that sort of comment?
If it makes you feel better, it's not your age, because I always get get "just you wait" comments. Frankly they irritate the piss out of me.
Ladies, we can't feel badly for needing "me time"! It's what will keep us happy and healthy and our SOs alive!!
Oh gawd, I don't feel bad! I've been DYING for this for MONTHS!! I know I'll get more done around the house as well. And yes, it will keep us both alive
Canada has a long maternity leave right? I can imagine after a while things feel a little claustrophobic at home! I love when DH is home, but it's also nice to have designated me & Junie time during the day!
Yep, we get one year mat leave. It's awesome but it can take a toll financially. It's definitely worth the pay cut to be able to spend the time at home.
How does that work? Does the government subsidize your maternity leave or does your employer pay the full salary. I am so intrigued
Yep, we get one year mat leave. It's awesome but it can take a toll financially. It's definitely worth the pay cut to be able to spend the time at home.
How does that work? Does the government subsidize your maternity leave or does your employer pay the full salary. I am so intrigued
Government subsidized, the max they pay is $1804/month. There are some companies that will top you up to 80% of your pay but mine doesn't because they are a bunch of money hungry asses.
I keep getting these weird comments from older moms and I'm wondering if any of you have ideas on how to respond to this sort of thing.... Older mom will come up and say "what a beautiful baby... you must just love her... blah blah blah," normal baby compliment stuff. Then she'll say something like "Just you wait until they start talking, etc. I'd go back to sleepless nights and changing diapers if it meant no back-talking or teenage attitude."
Usually I say something like "well, I sure am enjoying her right now!" I can't counsel the mom who's obviously having a hard time with her kids, because I have no idea what teenagers are like, nor can I chime in with her sentiment, because I don't have any teens and I think it's kind of sad to think so negatively about your kids. What do you all say in response to that sort of comment?
I haven't gotten that really at all... as a HS teacher I've got the bratty teenager stage mastered.
But I get that 'just wait until...' about juggling life and kids and sports/activities and marital issues that follow. I want to be like STFU but I'm usually like... 'I'm pretty sure I'll be awesome at all of that just like I am at everything else." It usually goes over well.
Yes!! I didn't have the hair stampers but I had almost everything else. I had forgotten about Electric Youth!
Electric Youth was my favorite song when it came out, I was Team Debbie. I flashbacked so hard when looking at that!! We should do awkward tween/teen photos! Especially with the bangs/perms/bleached hair, and awkward glasses!
Yes!! I didn't have the hair stampers but I had almost everything else. I had forgotten about Electric Youth!
Electric Youth was my favorite song when it came out, I was Team Debbie. I flashbacked so hard when looking at that!! We should do awkward tween/teen photos! Especially with the bangs/perms/bleached hair, and awkward glasses!
I could look for some of myself but I don't have a scanner. Too much work. Instead, let's laugh at these people
Electric Youth was my favorite song when it came out, I was Team Debbie. I flashbacked so hard when looking at that!! We should do awkward tween/teen photos! Especially with the bangs/perms/bleached hair, and awkward glasses!
I could look for some of myself but I don't have a scanner. Too much work. Instead, let's laugh at these people
Post by stellabunny on Mar 1, 2015 21:59:00 GMT -5
DD is being rambunctious lately. She is doing what we are calling "jiggy legs" where she moves them around like a kangaroo when we are carrying her or when she's on her back. She has got all this energy and wants to move - she is going to be everywhere once she figures out crawling.
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