For anyone worried about Merlin: the Zipadee-Zip is goddamn godsend. Or an unholy deal with the devil. Either way, my kid sleeps great in it and is rolling all over the crib all night.
I participated in Saturday's shenanigans. I tried not to target anyone, just have beer-induced fun. I apologize for hurting anyone.
But again: Zipadee-Zip.
In a box...Thanks! Checking that out right now so I don't have to tie LO down. Because that might have needed to happen.
Post by hollydfromtn on Jun 17, 2015 19:50:56 GMT -5
Just got caught up on all the spam today. I'm glad it seems that all the drama has worked itself out. I wish there was special sarcasm button to use because it's so hard to read it in text sometimes. DH and I have had a couple of tiffs about this very thing when texting. He doesn't always appreciate my jokes.
Post by AppropriateChocolate on Jun 17, 2015 20:10:32 GMT -5
Sleep question. DD hates being swaddle but still has the reflex thing going on, she's super hot natured so I don't think the merlin suit would work, any suggestions to help calm the reflex down but allow her to sleep peacefully?
Sleep question. DD hates being swaddle but still has the reflex thing going on, she's super hot natured so I don't think the merlin suit would work, any suggestions to help calm the reflex down but allow her to sleep peacefully?
Sleep sack? There are 2 kinds. One has the swaddle top part for the arms and the other is just like a wearable sleeping bag for babies.
Sleep question. DD hates being swaddle but still has the reflex thing going on, she's super hot natured so I don't think the merlin suit would work, any suggestions to help calm the reflex down but allow her to sleep peacefully?
Sleep sack? There are 2 kinds. One has the swaddle top part for the arms and the other is just like a wearable sleeping bag for babies.
I'm may try them each. Burlington Coat Factory has them for really cheap.
Well, DD screamed at me again today, but not until like 8. Tried to distract her and then calm her down because normally she eats at 9, but by 8:30 I knew it was a lost cause. Had to hastily apply lotion on her for her eczema and change her into her PJs (while she screamed at me), then fed her. She slept through the whole bottle, then I put her down in her crib. A few minutes and wiggles later and she was out.
Now that she's getting bigger her meltdowns have started involving arm flailing, which is the worst. Nothing like getting smacked in the face to really lose your patience. Then I feel like an ass for getting pissed off at an upset baby. Ugh.
Well, DD screamed at me again today, but not until like 8. Tried to distract her and then calm her down because normally she eats at 9, but by 8:30 I knew it was a lost cause. Had to hastily apply lotion on her for her eczema and change her into her PJs (while she screamed at me), then fed her. She slept through the whole bottle, then I put her down in her crib. A few minutes and wiggles later and she was out.
Now that she's getting bigger her meltdowns have started involving arm flailing, which is the worst. Nothing like getting smacked in the face to really lose your patience. Then I feel like an ass for getting pissed off at an upset baby. Ugh.
Well, DD screamed at me again today, but not until like 8. Tried to distract her and then calm her down because normally she eats at 9, but by 8:30 I knew it was a lost cause. Had to hastily apply lotion on her for her eczema and change her into her PJs (while she screamed at me), then fed her. She slept through the whole bottle, then I put her down in her crib. A few minutes and wiggles later and she was out.
Now that she's getting bigger her meltdowns have started involving arm flailing, which is the worst. Nothing like getting smacked in the face to really lose your patience. Then I feel like an ass for getting pissed off at an upset baby. Ugh.
Well, DD screamed at me again today, but not until like 8. Tried to distract her and then calm her down because normally she eats at 9, but by 8:30 I knew it was a lost cause. Had to hastily apply lotion on her for her eczema and change her into her PJs (while she screamed at me), then fed her. She slept through the whole bottle, then I put her down in her crib. A few minutes and wiggles later and she was out.
Now that she's getting bigger her meltdowns have started involving arm flailing, which is the worst. Nothing like getting smacked in the face to really lose your patience. Then I feel like an ass for getting pissed off at an upset baby. Ugh.
That's rough! For me it's the scratching. I cut her nails but it's never enough and I get annoyed when she starts ripping at my skin...then I feel bad.
Well DD1 managed to make it through a whole day at daycare for the first time this week. I had to cut my visit with my parents short to come home and be here this morning. I've never known her to have any sort of separation anxiety but I guess It happens sometimes. Oddly enough, she still treated me like the devil when she saw me. Mornings are always daddy time, while he's trying to get ready. Bath/bed time are mommy time, which is when I'm dealing with the baby. Oh toddlers!
Thanks for the t&p, ladies. I will update in the morning. Hoping it will be a quick outpatient procedure but her ENT did warn us she is at increased risk for bleeding, due to the size of her tonsils. If there is post-op bleeding of any kind she would have to be admitted. We live about an hour away from the hospital so they will not discharge her unless everything is perfect. I understand (and am very thankful for) the reasoning behind it but just hoping all goes well and we can come home. Poor baby is already pretty freaked out about the whole thing. I don't want her to have to deal with an overnight stay.
dacora sorry your LO had another bad evening. Maybe time to move bedtime earlier? mishka29 did her illness go away once Mom came home?
I was thinking the same thing. We'll see how she does tomorrow and reassess bedtime. Her meltdown yesterday was around five pm though, not bedtime. Maybe her four month sleep regression is happening for naps instead of at night.
RE: Fireworks. A friend of mine recommended Baby Banz headphones. Her husband is in a band and her kiddo wears them to his shows.
I have been looking for these! My older LO is so scared of loud noises (I am the same way). I wanted to get her a pair of these and try the Canada Day fireworks again this year.
I'm just catching up on this thread and I was taken in all directions but I'm glad to see some more participation that seems genuine!! I must say too that I love some well placed sarcasm/lolz. I've got nothin' else for today. Gonna go have some special DH time now
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