July 08 Mums & Bubs Chat #3 [Archive] - Bub Hub Pregnancy & Parenting Forum

tlsmum2b

31-10-2008, 08:07

Dam, should have caught up on the posts before i started my cleaning as some of you suggested to skip most of the house work!!!

Well Jessica went down really easy last night, i fed her at about 8pm then she was really quiet so i just put her into her bed and she played for about 10 minutes then was asleep. She slept through til 5am. So i am really happy with that.

But... our A/C is playing up again :hissy:. It was quite hot here in Melb overnight, and with the A/C not working properly Jessica's excma has come back again poor little darl. It does not seem to bother her much, but after her feed at 5am i went back to bed and cried, just soooo sick of having this A/C not working like it should. And our warranty runs out in December... so they better fix the bloody thing.

Well as i was awake anyway, i got up with DF and made his Breaky and Lunch. Then started on the house work. I felt like i had the "NESTING" bug again. Geez my engery levels are all over the place. Today i have Cleaned the toilets, stove, oven, whole bathroom, whole kitchen, dusted the lounge and all the window siles (and some of the arcatraves) done the dishes, a load of washing, now i am just waiting for Miss Jessica to wake up so i can vacuume & Mop before i head off to the Doctors at 11.30am (believe it or not our council will not allow you to vacuume before a certain time anyway!!!) Now that i am looking at this laptop i can see that it needs a good clean too!!!
Well feeling :sleeping: now, might have a shower and rest for a bit until i can vac.

Mel - i know 30 ppl is alot to try to get to know, have met a really nice lady already and Jessica is only 1 week older than her daughter, so hopefully i can meet some more and we can start doing things outside of mum's group. The lady that lives across the road from me was there (i have only ever seen her once) but i didn't get a chance to introduce myself. Her daughter is about 7 weeks younger i think.
i really hope they do split the group up so we can get to know each other better.

Alison - glad you got through the night without DH, i really dont know how you mothers with 2+ children do it.

:iagree: about the single mum's out there, DF's sil became a single mum when her second was 2 weeks old, (DF's idiot brother kicked them out... DF does not speak to him anymore due to a number of issues!) really dont know how she did it, hats off to her.

I agree, cant believe it is November tomorrow:confused:

Well hope all you lovely ladies have a great day. Miss J is awake now, so time for Feed then my shower...

Bye

mummy_to_thomas

31-10-2008, 09:54

:eek:OMG, Thomas is 5 months old today:eek:
My little man is growing up too fast!

31-10-2008, 09:56

New thread ladies :)

Kangaskippy

31-10-2008, 10:28

jaydensmum

31-10-2008, 11:00

Wow a new thread! :D

Yep im still trying to wrap Ariana but these days she doesnt like it, most likely due to heat. The only thing though is when she isnt wrapped she keeps waking up. :thumbsdown:

Yay Thomas for being 5mths, now dont grow up too quickly for you mumma! :D

Well i just found out why im soo tired. My blood test results show that my oestrogen levels are heaps low, so now i have to take oestrogen. Least its something simple! :yes: My other prob that im worried about is a changed mole. This mole i have on my chest changed ages ago but i havent had the time to get it checked. For some reason for the last two weeks melanoma warnings seems to be hitting me in the face!! Im not sure whether its a sign or just plain coincendence. Ive looked up on the net about melanomas and this mole meets all the criteria. Im soo scared, im trying to make an appointment to get it checked and everywhere is booked out!! :hair: Hopefully its nothing! :fingerscrossed:

Hows everyone else going?

Melmc

31-10-2008, 11:51

Hi all,

I just stopped wrapping bridie this week, I haven't been wrapping her at night for a while, putting her in a sleeping bag because I found that she was kicking all the wrapping off and waking herself during the night. She started doing this during the day too, I'd walk into her room in the middle of sleep time and find her totally blanketless and grinning nautily! She seems to be coping with lightweight sleeping bags during the day.

Tracey - what a great sleep Jessica had! Good on you for doing all that housework, hope you feel better! Bugger about the ac, we've had ours on a bit lately too. I too don't know how the single mums do it, I have a couple of nights a week without Cam (when he's on night shift) but he's here all day before that so it's not so bad.

Happy 5 months Thomas!

Naomi - It's great that you found out what is wrong, hope the oestrogen helps. Definitely get the mole checked out, my family is riddled with skin cancers so I'm super sensitive about them.

Not doing much here today, went back to bed after Bridie's morning feed and play and slept til 10:30! I've done dishes, washing and vacuuming, not much else planned, maybe a walk.

Just a reminder about SECRET SANTA everyone...there's another thread, I'll bump it up!

Catch you all soon.

ElizaDoLittle

31-10-2008, 11:53

Is anyone still wrapping their littlies??? I am trying to wean Max off the wrap as it's getting too hot, but he wakes himself by wacking himself in the head...
I'm still wrapping Miss Mill, Purely because she will only settle with a dummy and if I don't wrap her she hooks it with a finger and pulls it out! Grrrr lol

Well i just found out why im soo tired. My blood test results show that my oestrogen levels are heaps low, so now i have to take oestrogen. Least its something simple!

Glad u gt some answers Naomi and get that mole checked for sure! (I will take my own advice here I have 3 I am supposed to keep an eye on and I haven't done anything about it!

It is soooo hot here! 36 degrees and 85%humidity! I will give Mill some water this arvo I think the poor darling has been sweating all day but not real interested in boobies!

I can't wait my DH will be home soon and he has worked the last 12 days straight, I just want him home!

Giggley

31-10-2008, 13:12

Kangaskippy, its funny you say that. Today I started trying to wean Ariel off from being wrapped. So she is currently sleeping with 1 arm out. I have the same problem with her pulling her dummy out though, so will have to see how she goes.

Lahri, you asked me how I get Ariel's hair flat, I just comb it after a bath while its still wet. Sometimes it still goes a bit funny, but its generally pretty good. Do you get alot of comments about how much hair she has?

Jaydensmum, thats a relief that it is something simple as far as your tiredness. Hopefully the mole wont be anything bad and that you can get it checked soon. I got a mole checked while I was pregnant, I was told that they do change while your pregnant because of the hormonal stuff.

Wow I cant believe Thomas is 5 months. Time really is flying past. These bubbys are getting too big.

Melmc, its nice having those quiet days, where you can still get stuff done but kinda relax too. I hope you are able to relax.

As for me, I am planning a morning of facials for my mothers group. It will be in 2 weeks. My hubby's aunty is a consultant for a new party thing that has just started. So it should be alot of fun. If any of you from the Gold Coast want to come, pm me and I will let you know details. Its Thursday 13th Nov.

tlsmum2b

31-10-2008, 13:21

I stopped wrapping Jessica when she was 8 weeks old. She absolutly hated being wrapped, and like Mel said, she would struggle & get her hands out within seconds and then kick the wrap off. So since 8 weeks old she has been sleeping in a sleeping bag (light weight one now).

Funny Story (BethB will relate to!)

Went to the doctors this morning, and thought on my way home i would stop into Big W to buy another sleeping bag for Jessica. As i was only going to be 5 minutes i decided i would just use the baby carrier, popped Jessica into it & went to the shop.
Just grabbed the sleeping bag & thought i would get antother little singlet for her too, when she started wiggling around... did not think much of it as she was not whinging... then felt the nice warm wet feeling against my stomach.... eeewwwww looked down and there was the nice colour "green/yellow" all over my white skirt and her light pink jumpsuit.
Quickly headed for the checkout and grabbed the first dress i saw on my way past! It was a babydoll kind.
Got to the change room and could not get the carrier off fast enough. changed into my dress (which is too small around my boobs) and then started the clean up Jessica process when i realised i only had 2 wipes left in my "kit" not nearly enough S@#t everywhere. And there she is happy as ever giggling away.
Got everything cleaned up and those of you in Melbourne will know it is windy here today so while putting Jessica into the car... my dress keeps flying right up so anyone around would have had a nice sight!!!
Well now we are home and have cleaned us both up properly, and she is sleeping. Might go do the same :).

Oh and about the doctor, she just basically said most new mums get tired etc. but she will see how i am next week (as i have to go back to get results) She did not even really ask much except "are you depressed" and "is Jessica a good baby". No mention of blood tests to check Chemical imbalance or anything. Not really happy with her brushing it off.

Jaydensmum - glad you got some answers, and it seems like a simple fix.

Cant believe Thomas is now 5 months, they are all growing up so fast.

Hope you all have a great weekend.

Mahjong

31-10-2008, 13:55

Funny Story (BethB will relate to!)

Went to the doctors this morning, and thought on my way home i would stop into Big W to buy another sleeping bag for Jessica. As i was only going to be 5 minutes i decided i would just use the baby carrier, popped Jessica into it & went to the shop.
Just grabbed the sleeping bag & thought i would get antother little singlet for her too, when she started wiggling around... did not think much of it as she was not whinging... then felt the nice warm wet feeling against my stomach.... eeewwwww looked down and there was the nice colour "green/yellow" all over my white skirt and her light pink jumpsuit.
Quickly headed for the checkout and grabbed the first dress i saw on my way past! It was a babydoll kind.
Got to the change room and could not get the carrier off fast enough. changed into my dress (which is too small around my boobs) and then started the clean up Jessica process when i realised i only had 2 wipes left in my "kit" not nearly enough S@#t everywhere. And there she is happy as ever giggling away.
Got everything cleaned up and those of you in Melbourne will know it is windy here today so while putting Jessica into the car... my dress keeps flying right up so anyone around would have had a nice sight!!!
Well now we are home and have cleaned us both up properly, and she is sleeping. Might go do the same .

:laughing: Can so relate to it :o You poor thing, makes you wonder why we make the effort LOL!

Naomi, hope things get better soon and you start feeling better ASAP. I was exhausted when having Wyatt, I found Vitamin B12 shots helped a lot too.

Happy 5 months today Thomas, Mel, time is flying!

Ive just come home from doing the Xmas shopping for my Nan, OMG, Im exhausted.....luckily MILK came and helped with the kids, but there were so many people out and about today!

Paihea

31-10-2008, 14:10

Hope you are all having a great day will post more later today just wanted to say hi to you all and I agree with the yummy mummies comment! Hugs

Melmc

31-10-2008, 15:40

Went to the doctors this morning, and thought on my way home i would stop into Big W to buy another sleeping bag for Jessica. As i was only going to be 5 minutes i decided i would just use the baby carrier, popped Jessica into it & went to the shop.
Just grabbed the sleeping bag & thought i would get antother little singlet for her too, when she started wiggling around... did not think much of it as she was not whinging... then felt the nice warm wet feeling against my stomach.... eeewwwww looked down and there was the nice colour "green/yellow" all over my white skirt and her light pink jumpsuit.
Quickly headed for the checkout and grabbed the first dress i saw on my way past! It was a babydoll kind.
Got to the change room and could not get the carrier off fast enough. changed into my dress (which is too small around my boobs) and then started the clean up Jessica process when i realised i only had 2 wipes left in my "kit" not nearly enough S@#t everywhere. And there she is happy as ever giggling away.
Got everything cleaned up and those of you in Melbourne will know it is windy here today so while putting Jessica into the car... my dress keeps flying right up so anyone around would have had a nice sight!!!
Well now we are home and have cleaned us both up properly, and she is sleeping. Might go do the same :).

Oh and about the doctor, she just basically said most new mums get tired etc. but she will see how i am next week (as i have to go back to get results) She did not even really ask much except "are you depressed" and "is Jessica a good baby". No mention of blood tests to check Chemical imbalance or anything. Not really happy with her brushing it off.

Hahaha:laughing::laughing::laughing: That is so funny and...as i was reading your post with bridie on my lap I heard that tooting noise and a wet gushing too, luckily the nappy has contained it!

What a dumb doctor, I would get a second opinion or talk to you MCHN, there's a questionnaire to fill out to assess your risk for PND. I never had a blood test or anything, good luck!

Just went to buy a storm cover for the pram, thought I might be able to manage til next year without one, but the weather is looking bad here all week, thought I'd better get it now!

Mahjong

31-10-2008, 20:13

Oh, forgot to answer the wrapping question. I think he stopped at about 4 weeks? He didn't really like it too much.

Lahri

31-10-2008, 20:44

Evening all.

I am one proud mummy this evening our little Maddison rolled over onto her side several times today (did it yesterday but thought maybe it was just fluke) and then rolled back again. Our little girl is growing up too quickly.

Last night I got up to her and found her laying side ways in her cot with her legs hanging out between two bars. How on earth? :laughing: I know she has been pushing herself (head wards) since she was about 4 weeks old but how did she move down wards??? She digs her heels in and pushes herself up, she has extremely strong leg muscles. The paed on the airplane with us was shocked at how strong she is. I should have got a picture!!!

I then bathed her this evening, fed her and put her in her cot awake (normally have to nurse her to sleep) patted her and she just went off to sleep. Okay it took about 10 minutes but no agitation or upset.

Found out today that applying for PR isn't going to be too difficult, just very very expensive. Looks like we could be permanant residents by Jan/Feb. :smiliedance:

Tracey I bet it is horrible without AC, we don't have it in this rental property and it is so unpleasant.

mummy_to_thomas wow that has come round quickly. I bet he is changing so much every day now.

Kangaskippy we have never wrapped Maddison, she doesn't like being restrained so we didn't bother. She doesn't really startle herself that much so it hasn't been an issue for us. Sorry not much help.

Naomi hope you are feeling better soon, at least you know why you are so tired all the time and that it is pretty easily rectified. Get the mole checked out, you will feel a lot happier about it when you see someone. Keeping my :fingerscrossed: that it is nothing nasty. How is the studying going?

Mel thanks for setting up the secret santa it seems like people are definitely interested.

Beth sounds like you have a little rascal on your hands! :laughing: I tried Maddison with a dummy and although sometimes it settles her, she normally just spits it out. Sounds really hot there, today was a scorcher as well, bet then anything is compared to England and I think it was only 29 degrees.

Giggley I do comb her hair when she gets out of the bath but trust me, it is wild! :laughing: The last few days it hasn't been so bad though, so I guess like all of us, she has bad hair days. :laughing: It does depend on what I wash her hair with as well, I do vary it on occasion though. Yes everyone comments on it, they always have done.

Well going to go and spend some time with my dh being as Maddison has been in bed for an hour now and he is watching a film. We should spend some time together when we get the chance.

Have a great weekend all.

ellie13

31-10-2008, 20:51

:wave:

Hi there- well I figured out my password for the wireless- so guess what I am on my laptop in the loungeroom, watching TV and chatting to you lovely ladies:smiliedance:, and spending time with hubby,and my back is getting a rest:yelclap:- I love this stuff now. I had this very,very, VERY old computer that was hardly running and was so slow.....this is so much better!!!!!

Anyways, I must be making you all sick with all my happiness, but I just can't help it- I am so in love with my girls, they are my world, and after my many years of misery (due to divorce and illnesses) I feel so lucky and blessed atm, I don't want it to end.:cloud9:

Anyways

Tracy- that is a funny story-hahahahaha- you poor thing, hopr you got a nice shower after that. And I agree with Mel- maybe you can speak to your nurse- you need someone who will take the time to speak to you properly.

Sorry I will cut it short here- as I am getting a bit tired. I ahve read all your post though. About wrapping- I didnd swaddle Bianca at the beginning, but I do now, as she seems to settle a lot faster and sleep better. Hope I won't have troubles getting her off it.

And to everybody else I am missing in my personals- hello how are you all, hope you're having a nice evening and will have a great weekend. Who else is doing the halloween thing???

I took DD1 and few of her school friends trick or treating- they had so much fun- you'd think it was christmas- they were so excitted- I loved those light up faces, smiles and bright excited eyes- it was so good.

Anyways you all have a great night- hope you all get a good nights sleep- catch up later

grass is always greener

31-10-2008, 21:53

Yeah a fresh new thread, I might be able to keep up with this one...maybe..

Is anyone still wrapping their littlies??? I am trying to wean Max off the wrap as it's getting too hot, but he wakes himself by wacking himself in the head...I just put him down with only 1 arm wrapped and he's been asleep for an hour so here's hoping he gets the hang of it soon, or he will swealter...poor little matey...

other than that, just plodding along through mountains of washing, toys everywhere and unsettled nights, the last few nights have been shocking...
Yeah i am still wrapping charlie. he hates being wrapped but wont stay asleep if he isnt. i am thinking i should grab some light sleeping bags.

Kangaskippy, its funny you say that. Today I started trying to wean Ariel off from being wrapped. So she is currently sleeping with 1 arm out. I have the same problem with her pulling her dummy out though, so will have to see how she goes.

Lahri, you asked me how I get Ariel's hair flat, I just comb it after a bath while its still wet. Sometimes it still goes a bit funny, but its generally pretty good. Do you get alot of comments about how much hair she has?
If you want send some hair charlies way that would greatly appreciated. He is a baldy :p.

Well we went to the paediatricains today and guess what............... HE IS FINE!!!:smiliedance::smiliedance::smiliedance:. If you looked at his growth chart then it looks like he had failure to thrive, but it is actually called 'sliding down'. It is when a baby is born big (4.4kgs) due to unterine factors (maybe i had high glucose levels towards to end of the pregnancy) and once he was born his genetics said that he wasnt to be so big, so he jumped down to where he is now. We are so relived. He also said that my BM is fine. Nothing wrong with it all. It is such a relief to know that its nothing major.
He was weighed nakey at 5.7kgs. His growth is on the 10%ile for the last 5 measurements, so that means that he is just going to be a small baby.

mummy_to_thomas

31-10-2008, 22:23

Libby that's great news that there is nothing wrong with Charlie, I bet you are one relieved mummy :smiliedance:

On the topic of wrapping, we haven't wrapped Thomas since he was 8 weeks old, he hates it.

Jenna, Thomas is like Maddison, moving around the cot all the time. Every morning I find him up the other end of the cot and sometimes totally turned around:laughing:

Tracey, I hear ya on the faulty air con. The house we have just moved into had evaporated central aircon and I've had it on the last couple of days and doesn't seem cool at all. :fingerscrossed: you can get yours fixed real soon.

Naomi, hope your feeling better soon, at least you now know what has been causing it and can now work on getting better :hugs:

Hi to everyone else.

Well we got some bad news this afternoon. My nan who I am very close to as I'm the first grandchild had had two possible heart attacks in the past week. She didn't want us kids to know about the first one but after the second one yesterday, she thought it was best we all knew. I couldn't believe it, I don't know what I'll do if anything happens to my nan:crying:

I spoke to mum tonight and she said that they have let nan go home for now but have to do heaps of tests etc and if there is any signs of another one, she has to get to the hospital quickly. Well i'm soooo drained after all the drama's today, talk to you all tomorrow.

Melmc

01-11-2008, 16:09

Afternoon all,

Jenna - Congrats on Maddison rolling, Bridie has done it once but that was more than a week ago and she hasn't done it since! And on settling herself, I really think some of the settling stuff is mum and bub feeling comfortable with each other, Bridie has just gone down, I just put her in her sleeping bag, pop her dummy in and she's (usually) off to sleep! Good luck with the permanent residency.

Ellie - We're all so glad you're so happy, you deserve it! :yes::yes::yes:. Don't you love wireless internet, I'm on the laptop in front of the TV too.

Libby - I'm into the sleeping bags too these days, they have some sleeveless light ones at best and less, they're only about $12. Bridie is in one now. Congrats on sorting out Charlie's weight etc, bridie has her four month check next friday and I'll be thrilled if she weighs 5.7kgs! She was only in the 3rd percentile last time.

Mel - Sorry about your nan, hope she's ok. :hugs:

We've been Christmas shopping at Chadstone today, they have the most ridiculous family rooms, no room for prams DUH! but we got bridie a beautiful dress from Esprit for christmas and a bit of other shopping. I'm buggered though!

Have a good night all.

shereejoy

01-11-2008, 18:55

Don't ya wanna just curl up and hide in a little cacoon sometimes.

Argghhh kids.

Lachlan has been feral all afternoon and wouldn't eat his tea 2nite, so we sent him back and forth to his room and let him return to the kitchen table to eat, but he still wouldn't (determined little ratter). So nappy goes on and ni ni - no bath, no milk!! Mean aren't we.....

Riley is also unsettled and never cries in the bath and 2nite he was! Gosh when they slightly get put out of their routine, things turn to chaios.

Ontop of all this, since yesterday I have had a sore eye, all swollen, itchy and sore! This started yesterday and then last night my eyebrows are itchy, my head is itchy. It is driving me nuts.... Went to the chemist and got an anithistamine but can't use it until I am guaranteed he won't feed for atleast 4 hours.... arggghhh, he has been waking every 3 hours thru the night and I am sooo tired. I keep touching my eye and I know I shouldn't, but it hurts so god dam much. I am even starting to get a sore throat, runny nose and my head is banging with a sore neck also.

I am meant to be travelling to mackay tomorrow (3 hours away) with the 2 boyz by myself and i am just not sure if I can do it. I slept for a couple of hours this arvo while Wade looked after the boyz. I am just so tired and I really feel like I am getting sick. Lachlan has to see the ENT specialist and Riley has to see the PAED, so I don't have a choice! Argggh god give me strength.

Sorry for the whinge girls, but this is really my sign off post. HOpefully I am right for tomorrow and if I am I won't be back online for a week.

Sick of my head itching, I wondered if I had nits it that god dam itchy (but I don't) - brings back memories from after my caesar and I just couldn't stop itching from the drugs. Wonder if I can take pherngan??? Ohhh the joys of breastfeeding.

Well Lachlan is quiet, probably have a bad night with him too now, but hopefully Wade can attend to him, but he still wakes me up. Last night he woke all god dam night long.

He rarely eats his dinner, so we made a stand 2nite. He needs to know who is the boss.

Wade just checked on Lachlan and he is asleep already and he has only been in there for 10mins. This is so unlike him as he rolls around in bed for seriously an hour or two most nights b4 he drifts off.

Hope he is not sick, gosh what a bad mum if he is!!!

Ok cheerio, have a good week everyone.

Kangaskippy

01-11-2008, 19:21

Ok, the partial wrapping is not much different to the unwrapped sleep...waking up every hr or so...so tonight he's fully wrapped so I can get some sleep (hopefully) will try again tomorrow...might get out Jack's old sleeping bags and trial them..I did try one the other night and he slept for 5hrs, but then kept waking every hour...arrggghh!!

I bought a little laptop/notebook this afternoon and am charging the battery now, but soon I too will be typing from my lounge chair!!! woot woot...I have been after one since june this year!!...:smiliedance:

ellie13

01-11-2008, 19:59

hello there:wave:,

Mel-great that you ha so much fun at Chadston- too big for me though- and :yelclap: that you started on your x-mas shopping, so well organised.

Mel-:hugs::hugs: hope your nan will be ok. Be strong.

Kangaskippy- congrats on your new laptop- aren't they great. Hope you get a good sleep tonight with the wrap.

Shereejoy- have a good trip and safe one- hope you feel much better and that no one is sick. but if DS is don't worry about not picking it up today- I've done it before- be upset at DD1 for being ferral, and than her turning out to be sick. That doesn't make you a bad mother, just not a psychic-lol.

Libbi-:smiliedance: about Charlie you must be releived.

TO EVERYBODY ELSE - HUGE HELLO- HOPE YOU'RE ALL HAVING A GREAT WEKEND!!!

Question- does anybody else find now that their older child is higher maintanance than their newborn. It's funny in our house- I don't know if it is just me or what- but it feels like I have to do heaps more for DD1 than for Bianca....eg. I put Bianca in her cot, wrap her , kiss her good night give her dummy, and all I have to do is put it back if it falls out- DD1- I have to pat her, hot water botte, compresses etc, up and down- she just seems so needy....I guess it is the first born child thing, she has been an only child for so long so she is used to lots of attention, but I didn't expect to feel like I have to run around her more than around Bianca.....oh well, just thought I ask.

Ok hope you all ahve a great night and catch some good sleep.

By the way- I had a wonderful day today-again-caught up with a really nice friend. It was all in all a lovely relaxing day.

jaydensmum

01-11-2008, 22:22

Question- does anybody else find now that their older child is higher maintanance than their newborn. It's funny in our house- I don't know if it is just me or what- but it feels like I have to do heaps more for DD1 than for Bianca....eg. I put Bianca in her cot, wrap her , kiss her good night give her dummy, and all I have to do is put it back if it falls out- DD1- I have to pat her, hot water botte, compresses etc, up and down- she just seems so needy....I guess it is the first born child thing, she has been an only child for so long so she is used to lots of attention, but I didn't expect to feel like I have to run around her more than around Bianca.....oh well, just thought I ask.

Yep!!! :yes: My other two are much more of a handful then Ariana. I would of thought the newborn would of been more work but shes a pleasure. I could handle a whole room of Ariana's! :laughing:

Hows everyones weekend going? I just got home from work an hour ago. It was an alright shift, but feeling tired. :yes: My DH decided to go out and fish tonight so im all home alone again!! :( I seem to spend more time alone then with him! Anyway just wanted to check in and say hi. I hope you all have a great day tomorrow. :hugs:

petalbum

02-11-2008, 10:15

Morning All.
Hope everyone is weel and fighting fit -
Kangaskippy - I stopped wrapping Josh when he was about 6 weeks old - there was really no point he'd break free everytime, plus he prefers to sleep on his tummy I have been chastised (sp) regarding him sleeping on hus tummy - but if that's how we all get any sleep so be it. I was sleep on the tummy kid - I think most us would of been many moons ago.

Naomi - Bet you're glad you now know why you've been so tired. Hope you're feeling on top of the world real soon

These bubs are growing way too fast - I can't believe that I read in one of the posts that we have a 5 monther I think it was Thomas - :rolleyes:

Mel - I know what you are going thru with your Nan, I lost my Pop this year in Sept. I am also the oldest gradchild and it was the hardest thing I've had to deal with in a long long time:crying:. We flew to Perth on the Saturday morning - cos my Dad rang and told us to come home - Josh was only 5 weeks old and was a perfect angel on the flight - I saw Pop on the Sunday for Fathers Day and he met Josh - held Josh - chatted to him told him that he had the best Mum that this world had to offer - he passed away that night. I'm just glad Pop had time with Josh and Vice versa - :D
Sending you heaps and heaps of:hugs:

Hope everyone else is having a great weekend

I have a question - does anyone elses little cherubs scream for no reason and I mean scream - I'm sure the neighbours think I'm pinching Josh or something, one minute he is happy as anything and then he screws up his face and screams, he had only just started doing this??? :confused:

Well had better go I can hear him chatting- so he is awake.

Enjoy the rest of the weekend everyone:wave:

Kangaskippy

02-11-2008, 10:30

Ok, i give up...

I wrapped, unwrapped, bagged and co-slept but no good...he didn't sleep much last night!!..

so I have decided to just unwrap during the day and sleeping bag of a night...till he gets use to it...as he escapes his wraps anyway then wakes up...

If I am not going to get any sleep, then I may as well wean him from being wrapped at the same time...

Max also screams on occation for no reason?? also the last 3 days he has had the worst wind/gas pains, now to try and work out what I have eaten to upset him this much...:confused::confused:

I love my new little notebook, if I can get DH off it...ahhahaha

Mahjong

02-11-2008, 12:14

Hey ladies!

Mel: Im very sorry to hear about your Nan :hugs:

Lib: Way to go Charlie :yelclap: Im so pleased. You're doing a fantastic job with the breastfeeding.

Sheree: You sound like you need one of these :hugs: Or a few.

Kanga skippy, try and flip Max onto his tummy and rub his back. When Deacon has bad wind pains when he was younger, this is the only way it would settle him. He wouldnt sleep on his back, just in our arms until I flipped him onto his tummy.

This household is a walking bunch of germs this weekend. Thanks to Daniel's work mate for sharing it. Wyatt has yet another middle ear infection, I have to get him well by the
18th or they wont operate on him. DH has the man flu (:p). Deacon is so miserabe. And me.... well, Im in denial about being sick ;) I ache all over and I think I managed to get an hours sleep last night between both the boys waking up in pain :(

Sorry for the lack of the personals, I seriously cannot remember much today...

shereejoy

02-11-2008, 12:44

Sorry quick fleeting visit from me.

I got to sleep at 6am this morning and slept till 9am.

Wade had organised the morning off work anyway so that he could pack us up. I was meant to be leaving for mackay today (3 hours away) for the boys specialist appts but I have had a severe reaction/allergy to something and my eye has been festering for the past couple of days now, but last night it was really bad. So red and swollen, and stinging. I have been itchy all down the right side of my face. Right scalp, eyebrow, eye. Just couldn't stop itchy. So had a horrible night and took an antihistamine at 8pm after Riley's feed, and the chemist told me to not feed him for atleast 4 hours. But he woke at 11am, so Waded patted him back to sleep and then he woke at 11.30pm but must have self settled as we didn't hear him until 5.30am this morning. At this point my nose had been running all night like a tap and my throat was sore, my gaw was sore and I felt like my head was going to explode. Lachlan didn't even wake last night, so there was my chance to catch up on some sleep (cause Riley has been waking 3 hourly at night for feeds lately) and I didn't get it as I was in so much pain. Lachlan was ferral last night and wouldn't eat dinner, so we sent him to bed crying his little heart out, with no dinner, no bath. I was hoping he was not getting sick too, but appears fine this morning, thank god. I just couldn't possibly do the drive now with this eye. We travelled 40min this morning to an after hours doctor who has now given me antibiotics and a eye cream and also I have to take a anithistamine once a day. Hopefully I will be on the mend soon. I was so annoyed, cause Riley hasn't fed since 8pm last night and I had the opportunity to feed him before he properly woke up this morning at 5.30am, only I was exhausted and asked Wade to bring him to me and I attempted to feed whilst laying down. Well this woke up the little sod and he wouldn't feed. I knew I should have gone into his room and rocked him in the chair to feed. ARggghh... I was so tired to think. So it is now 12.30pm and he stil hasn't fed, I sooo struggle with him with feeds thru the day, no wonder he feeds so much thru the night and no wonder I am not well, just soooo run down! Anyway hope to do my trip to Mackay tomorrow, only have to cancel my lactation appt for tomorrow and try to make it for the following Monday now. So glad it is Sunday, so Wade is here to look after the boys. Anyway if you don't hear from me after this post I will talk to you all in a week. Oh and when the doctor looked down my throat, she could see a foreign matter that shouldn't be there. So now I have to see an ENT specialist too. The one Lachlan is seeing is a child ENT, but she has done me a referral and she said surely he will just have a quick look down your throat. Hoping it is nothing sinister.

Lahri

02-11-2008, 15:07

Afternoon all,

My dh has gone away for the night so Maddison and I are all alone now for the rest of the afternoon. He will probably not be home until about 10 tomorrow evening so the day will probably go very slowly.

How have your weekends been? I just cooked a lovely roast dinner so my dh and his colleague could have a good meal before heading off.

Maddison has been really good today and I have managed to get her to sleep in her cot, just by patting her and not having to nurse her at all. I actually miss cuddling her to sleep but it has got to be better for her in the long run. We can still have cuddles during the day and I will enjoy every one of them.

Libby that is wonderful news regarding Charlie, I bet you are so pleased and relieved that nothing is wrong and he is perfectly healthy.

Sheree how are you feeling today? Sorry to hear that your eye is so painful, that must be really unpleasant. Hopefully the eye cream and tablets will work so that it doesn't itch so much and cause you so much discomfort. It sounds like you are having a hard time with the boys at the moment, I don't think you are a bad mum at all for putting Lachlan to bed hungry. As you said, he needs to learn and it won't take him long when he realises that you are not going to give in to him. Sending lots of :hugs: your way, hope your visit to the ENT proves to be okay and that your boys appointments go well.

Kangaskippy sorry to hear you are also having sleepless nights, as you said though, if you are not sleeping well anyway you may as well wean him off being wrapped at the same time. It is not pleasant though is it!! Great news on the notebook, enjoy!!!

Ellie sorry can't help with regard to an older child being harder work, this is out first. Hope you get some respite soon.

Petalbum hopefully your little one stops screaming soon. I always believe that when they scream out like that, they are uncomfortable or something is really bothering them.

Maddison was the same about 4 weeks ago and we didn't know what was wrong. I thought it may be colic and tried Infacol and Gripe water and then when both of those failed I tried Colief. Much to the disguist of my sil (:laughing: like everything I do) I give her Colief before every feed now (well normally anyway) and the change is unbelievable. Now she only cries if she is hungry or tired and I have missed the signs or when she gets bored after playing on her own for so long. I am not saying that your little one has colic but it sounds like something is bothering him.

Anyway, going to get offline and try to get a few more things done. Maddison is still asleep, bless her, so I have cleaned the kitchen and should really do a bit more ironing. As soon as I start that though, she wakes up. Maybe will just vacuum. Have a good evening all. :wave:

Melmc

02-11-2008, 17:52

Evening girlz!

Sheree - Sorry you're having such a hard time, surely you're due for some good luck soon! Good luck with your trip and you're NOT a bad mum, it won't take long for your rules to settle in and you've got to do it now before the kids get too old. We have a saying in teaching - don't smile til easter, works well for the yearly thing, basically put the hard yards in now to reap the benefits later.

Kangaskippy - I wrapped bridie today and she seemed ok, but only because I found some really big wraps (in Coles of all places), they work better and I can wrap her up tighter. Correction - just went into her room, no wrapping and chatting away!

Ellie and Naomi - Sorry your other kids are being such high maintenance! There's got to be an adjustment period, maybe they're just coming to the realisation that their new sibling is here to stay!

Beth - Sorry you're all sick, hope you all get better soon. How's your new hair straightener?

Jenna - Far out, I've got to do some housework! You're making me feel guilty!

Hope you've all had a good day, we went to the local market this morning and got some more xmas shopping (an old fashioned plane...the wood shaving kind...for my dad) and had a lazy afternoon. I'm meeting up with some girlfriends and their babies (of various ages) tomorrow which should be nice. Better go, I can hear chortling from Bridie's room xxx to you all!

ElizaDoLittle

02-11-2008, 19:13

Hi Girls!
Just quick from me, my mum has ahd a stoke behind her eye whilst she was visiting us so I have driven her home (2hours) with the kiddies, she sees a specialist in the morning :no:. Not good...

Grrr I had a real cute story to tell you but both kiddies won't go to sleep :sleeping: talk soon
x x
Beth

Lahri

02-11-2008, 19:16

Oh my gosh Beth, sorry to hear that. I hope the visit to the specialist goes well tomorrow. Sending lots of :hugs: your way. Hope you get your two little ones down soon.

Maddison went down at 7 this evening but I know that means I am going to be woken up in the early hours for a feed :laughing: you can't win. What with that and Steve being away this evening, we could have had a nice evening to ourselves.

Hope all goes well for your mum tomorrow, keeping my :fingerscrossed: for you all.

Mahjong

02-11-2008, 19:24

:hugs: Beth, am thinking of you :hugs:

Family is still sick here, Wyatt is better, Deacon is still miserble, Daniel is better and Im, well, Im death warmed up LOL!

Mel: My new hair straightner should be here tomorrow or Tuesday :D

ellie13

02-11-2008, 20:18

well what a productive day we had today!!!! Don't know how I did it all, but I did!!!

First I cooked pancakes for brekkie, than we went to drop leaflets for our school's carboot sale in letterboxes, than walked to macdonald for icecream, than we got home and me and DH got stuck into the very messy backyard, and ended up with a whole car full of rubbish for the tip, so I went to thr tip, than went with the kids to bunnings to get new plants, and than planted them, and than dinner......wow, so much done.:thumbsup:

But on the downside DD1 was really, really wingey today:no:, so much so that in the avo, I just lost it, and told her very sternly off for winging all the time today, so she got better for about an hour.....and than started again. I think she is just getting so tired with school, it is so late in teh year, and she has had enough. Oh well, I've put her to bed earlier today, and hope she is a bit better tomnorrow.

Bianca is great, no probs there- she is so cute, nearly rolled today, I thought she wouyld do it, but at the last minute she would always get back on her tum, but I don't thing she is far off.

Anywas-

Sheree-:hugs:, you're really going through a rough patch, hope it will all get better soon.

Beth-:hugs:hope your mum is ok, will b thinking of her tomorrow.

Jaydensmum- great to hear (not in a bad way) that i am not the only one finding the older child a handfull. Not sure if it is the transition, or just that before I had more time, so it didn't worry me so much to do so much for her. Proably a combination of both.

Petalbum- Yep Bianca too just screams out of nowhere, and than keeps going happy and all. I am not sure what it is, sometimes I can pinpoint something that might of scared her, but most of the time, it is competely out of the blue- could be just some wind, that has given her a lquick pain??

Kangaskippy- hope you get a better sleep tonight, hopefully you'll be able to work it out soon.

W&Ds mum - :hugs: hope everyone will feel better soon.

lahri- :yelclap: madisson in her cot

Mel- wow, you are certainly going to be organised this x-mas- hope you have fun tomorrow.

Well I better go, as we will be having just a busy day tomorrow, as on tuesday, we are having heaps of people over for the Melbourne Cup, so we have to get food and clean the place up.......so it can get messed uo on Tues-lol.....so I better get some sleep.

Everybody - have a really good night- hope bubs let you all have a great sleep.

Buy for now...

vasiliasmum

03-11-2008, 07:17

I feel a bit bad, popping in like this expecting support when I have only posted once since my daughter was born 4 months ago and I haven't kept up on posts or anything but I'm a bit freaked out. I have a 22 month old and a 4 month old and believe I am pregnant again. I say believe.... I had a positive pregnancy test but am still in denial. Our situation is pretty horrible at the moment - I've had to go back to work a couple of weeks ago as my husband was/is a private share trader and we have lost about 200k in the last month and now I find out we are expecting another bub!! I always wanted 3 or 4 (we lost another baby girl, Grace, during labour) but after my last c-section it was recommended I have my tubes tied as it was considered my uterus was too thin to support another pregnancy (I did a post about this awhile back) - now death was mentioned for me and bub as a possible consequence of a ruptured uterus. So that makes me even more stressed out, its not just the how would I cope with a 2.5 old, 1 year old and newborn it is the health issues as well. I know I am rambling, but I'm at work - I don't actually want to talk about it to anyone I know - even my husband. I know I can't just pretend its not happening (I have no idea how far along I am, anything from 6 - 12 weeks) and I should book an appointment with my high risk obstetrican but I am too scared....

I'd love someone to tell me its going to be ok....

Kangaskippy

03-11-2008, 08:19

Well we had a bit better night here...

I put max in a sleeping bag and he went down by 8pm, then up for a small top up at 10pm..before waking at 3am for another feed...then he was complaining again around 4am so i tried the patting his back whilst he was on his tummy, but he wouldn't have any of it...took him 5mins on the boob to fall asleep again before chucking a barny at 5am, so into bed with me and we didn't wake till 8am (luckily DH gets up to Jack and does his brekky to let me sleep in a bit with max)

so, not ideal but better than he has been without the wrapping...

MountainGirl

03-11-2008, 11:37

Beth - :hugs: for you and your Mum,..

Sheree - :hugs: hope you start feeling better and that Riley has a good feed soon,..that is a bunch of time between meals!

V'smum - Woah!:o It will be ok hon! ( am a bit jealous!!!!)

sorry everyone else,....I cant remember anything I read! Raf still waking up every 2 hours at night,....so I am buggered,... and Scarlett woke up this morning all red and swollen, with errupting sores all over her:(,..straight to Paed,.and she has a secondary infection due to an excema flare-up,..so she is bandaged on her arms and legs and on antibiotics,... Jasper and Raff both had shots done at the same time,..so are also cranky and sore,.. Raf is 8kg and 66cm! good boy!

Anyway,..off to re'do Scarletts wet compress bandages.. have a good one girlies!:wave:

Melmc

03-11-2008, 11:59

V's mum - It will be alright! Definitely make an appointment with your dr though as those pregnancy tests don't often give a false positive (apparently), so it's probably right! On a lighter note, I've heard it said that 4 kids are no more difficult than 3 (although I only have 1 so not really in a place to comment) and you already have 3...you will cope! We're all here for you when you need us.

SJR - Wow, poor Scarlett, hope you're all ok!

Jenna - You'll be pleased to hear you guilted me into washing and vacuuming my floors, and I'm even thinking about bathrooms :laughing::laughing::laughing:! Dr Phil is the only person stopping me ATM!

I'm heading out shortly to meet some friends at a cafe locally and my VERY pregnant friend just txt me to say she can't make it...she's at the hospital, not sure if she's in labour, have to wait and see! Friends having babies is SO much more exciting when you have one of your own and you have some understanding of what they're going through...I'M SO EXCITED FOR HER!!!

Our Christmas cards with pictures of Bridie arrived today (from www.vistaprint.com.au (http://www.vistaprint.com.au) - awesome site!), they're so cute and arrived very fast even though I chose the slow postage option (as there's no hurry for Christmas cards). My online shopping has been very easy and fun, I've done nearly all my Christmas shopping online, the baby sites are AWESOME!

Anyhow, better go get ready to go out, waiting for DH to come home, he's having his tattoo done of the family crest, Bridie and I went to visit to tattoo place this morning and it looked great. His parents are coming to stay again tonight after their trip to Tassie and my parents are visiting tomorrow. My mum and dad haven't seen Bridie in a month so they're dying to come...ok rambling now...catch you all later!

Mahjong

03-11-2008, 12:21

V's Mum - Oh my! It will be OK, please go and see your GP ASAP and get the necessary referrals. :hugs:

SJR - Poor Scarlett, I hope she's OK. My brother had terrible Excema as a child. I remember hit wrapped like a mummy in bandages to stop him scratching. Hope you get some rest tonight, I sympathise... the last week has been a shocker in this household. I didn't know why I bothered going to bed at all this week :rolleyes:

Im still sick here, Wyatt is better, Deacon is 50% better, DH is good again so is home here today to give me a hand, although, Ive just had to ask him to turn his damn phone off :rolleyes: Work seriously cannot function for ONE day without him :mad: He ha a day off and the office turns into a nightmare there :mad:

Alisonp

03-11-2008, 13:33

ellie13

03-11-2008, 21:57

A HUGE HELLO TO EVERYBODY- HOW ARE YA ALL??? HOPE EVERYONE IS DOING GREAT!!!

Will be quick today as it is late, and I would like to get to bed to do some sleepies:sleeping:....

V's mum-:hugs::hugs: go and speak to you high risk OB about what are the options so you would have time to think- if you can't face talking to anyone else, at least go by yourself- sometimes things are not as bad as we think- I really hope it will be ok- and congratulation.

SJR-:hugs:for Scarlett.

W&Ds mum- hope you're all going to feel better soon- thinking of you.

Mel- hope you had fun out- and how is your friend? And the Tattoo- good luck hope it goes well.

Kangaskippy- hope that your efforts will reap rewards soon.
Sleeping- I must say that every child is so very different. i can't believe how different are my two in sleep patterns- DD1 always had to be settled and patted and rocked etc. As soon as I would put her in the cot, she would cry, screem and get worked up real bad.

Bianca is the opposite so far. Today I wanted to pat her to sleep, as she does not often have sleeps during the day in her cot, but she just kept smiling at me and chatting...:cloud9:..... than I had to step out from her room, and when I came back about 30sec later she was settling herself, so I didn't go in propely, and just watched her to just slowly settle herself to sleep. So my presence ws a hindrance!!!! Just shows me that no method is for all babies.....you just have to find what works for you and your particular bub.....every child is so different, and trust your gut as a mom.....they are ususally right.....you know what works for your bub deep inside.....

Anyways, better go I can hear Bianca- hopeyou all have a good night and a great day tomorrow- and if you're in Melbourne-like me- have a NICE DAY OFF.

And I just wanted to say-I AM STILL SO MUCH IN LOVE- I can't believe it how much I love my girls .... I never thought life could be so beautiful, maybe it's all the choicolate I 've been eating-lol- I am getting scared I will spoil my two gorgeous angels rotten- as I just keep looking at them and thing- how blerssed are we, and thanking God for them-lol- still on hig- I guess the thing I read that a baby's smile has a very simillar effect on a mother as a shot of cocaine- no wonder I am on high all the time, as Bianca is a baby that smiles so,so very much- ok better go, so I don't make you all sick

Alisonp

04-11-2008, 06:31

Sorry I didn't have enough time for more personals yesterday:o but wanted to say..

SJR - Poor Scarlett! How is she doing now?

Beth - How is your mum? :hugs:

Mel - I love reading your posts. You always sound so busy! The cards will be a hit I am sure.

Ellie - I was going to say, yes I am finding DD much more work at the moment than Henry. She has been pretty good behaviour-wise but still needs a lot of one-on-one time. She is a real people person which is great but sometimes I would just like a bit of a break from the 3yo craziness :) If only she hadn't decided she didn't need her daysleeps anymore. She has also been sick again (vomited all over her bed last night during a coughing fit) so she had to miss daycare again yesterday. Luckily DH slept with her the rest of the night so I could just tend to Henry.

Henry by comparison is so much easier. While I am loving him being a little baby I am starting to look forward to when he has more playtime with his toys and when he can sit up on his own. Probably will be another couple of months yet though. I also can't wait until he can start playing with Lizzie more and they can have their bath together. That will be so cute :)

vasiliasmum

04-11-2008, 07:10

Morning ladies,

Popping into say thanks for your support yesterday - it was the only thing that got me through the day. I've actually started to get a little excited about the thought of having another baby, if we had planned the pregnancy there would have been alot of angst and deliberation as to whether it was the right thing to do but this way fate has taken it out of our hands. Told DH - who was understandably shocked but also very happy. I have a truly great husband. I did make him promise me that whatever happens we will get through the next years as I'm sure 3 kids so close together in age will put a lot of pressure on our relationship. He had a job interview yesterday with a government department that seemed to go well so hopefully he'll get something soon. I have booked into see my OB next week so I guess I won't know how far along I am or when I am due til then.

Beth: hope you and the family feel better soon :hugs:

Jaydensmum/Ellie13: I can completely empathise with you about the older child being the more demanding or time consuming child. My 22 month old has just hit the whining stage (and it drives me crazy!!!!) I don't know if it is her age or the arrival of DD2 that has prompted it but whatever it is I hope its a short stage. Sometimes I feel like DD2 is missing out because DD1 needs so much attention but she is such a happy baby I don't think it can be doing her too much harm. I guess with the first you have a lot of one-on-one time that the second one seems to miss out on.

Ellie13 - I hear what you are saying about being so in love with your girls - I agree completely. Often in the middle of doing something with them I will get that overwhelming wave of love rush over me and just want to smother them with cuddles and kisses - which of course I do!!! Makes it a bit harder now that DD2 can say 'No' when I ask her for a kiss or cuddle!!!

Kangaskippy: Best of luck with the sleeping bag. You inspired me to also try a sleeping bag last night but DD2 woke after her first sleep cycle and struggled to resettle so wrapped and a quick top up and she lasted from 9pm - 1am so I think we'll be sticking with wrapping for awhile. DD2 was wrapped until 8 months in cot sheets!

Scarlett_Jasper_Rafferty: Hope Scarletts excema settles down soon - sounds like she has a bad case of it. DD2 has a mild dose but normally her QV Intensive bath oil keeps it under control.

Melmc: Aren't vistaprint excellent and reasonably priced. We got Sofias annoucements/thank-yous from there are were really happy with them. Spent a couple of hours on the weekend trying to get a decent photo of my niece who is 3 and my two girls in there christmas fairy outfits for our christmas cards but no luck (it was hilarious just trying to get them all in the camera frame at once let alone looking half decent!!!) so we might have to try again in a few weeks.

Anyway, gotta run - at work and have a pile of stuff to do.

Hope you all have a great day : )

Penny

MountainGirl

04-11-2008, 07:27

:wave:Hi Penny,...

glad you are getting a little excited....so now I can say,...

:flowerz::goodvibes:Congratulations to you and your Hubby!:goodvibes::flowerz:

Lissa7

04-11-2008, 08:05

Vasilias mum - I think I'm secretly jealous!!! My first 2 girls are only 13 mths apart and it's wonderful they are the best of friends and do everything together. First few months are hard but I think thats the case anyway.

I can't get the thought no 4 out of my head now and DH is the same we only ever planned 3 kids but now I have this want for one more, I can never imagine not being pregnant again!!!!

I think I am going crazy!!!!!! We will give it 12mths and see how we are feeling then will make the decision. Also just had the Mirena put in so no chance of it happening at the moment anyway.

Take care & good luck it's wonderful news for you xxx

Morning girls hope you are all going well Miss Lily had a shocker yesterday full of wind & vomit :barf:so by the time she finally got to sleep last night she slept for 11 hours thankfully and was a very happy little dolly this morning !!!!!! So hopefully today will be a better day.

Talk later
m
x

ElizaDoLittle

04-11-2008, 09:14

vmum- hope you continue to feel positive about your pregnancy and get the support you need x

Scarlett woke up this morning all red and swollen, with errupting sores all over her,..straight to Paed,.and she has a secondary infection due to an excema flare-up,..so she is bandaged on her arms and legs and on antibiotics,...Poor darlings! Sounds like you are in high demand in that household at the moment Jane! Make sure you rest when you can ok? and I hope they are all on the mend soon!

Our Christmas cards with pictures of Bridie arrived today (from www.vistaprint.com.au (http://www.vistaprint.com.au) - awesome site!), they're so cute and arrived very fast even though I chose the slow postage option (as there's no hurry for Christmas cards). My online shopping has been very easy and fun, I've done nearly all my Christmas shopping online, the baby sites are AWESOME!I agree Mel, online shopping can be dangerous LOL! You sound really upbeat lately, I love readig your posts. And I agree, Its much more fun waiting for babies to arrive when you "get it" hey?

Im still sick here, Wyatt is better, Deacon is 50% better, DH is good again so is home here today to give me a hand, although, Ive just had to ask him to turn his damn phone off Work seriously cannot function for ONE day without him He ha a day off and the office turns into a nightmare there It so FRUSTRATING isn't it? my DH has applied for another job and I have my fingers crossed he can leave his over-demanding position he has at the moment. They act like they can't survive without him (which they can't!) but it drives me nuts! He would have to be missing a limb to take a day off :(. Hope everyone there is better soon x

Bianca is the opposite so far. Today I wanted to pat her to sleep, as she does not often have sleeps during the day in her cot, but she just kept smiling at me and chatting........ than I had to step out from her room, and when I came back about 30sec later she was settling herself, so I didn't go in propely, and just watched her to just slowly settle herself to sleep. I guess the thing I read that a baby's smile has a very simillar effect on a mother as a shot of cocaineWell done on getting her to settle herself to sleep, that's awesome! and I agree, there's nothing like a smile from your bubba :goodvibes:

Henry by comparison is so much easier. While I am loving him being a little baby I am starting to look forward to when he has more playtime with his toys and when he can sit up on his own. Probably will be another couple of months yet though. I also can't wait until he can start playing with Lizzie more and they can have their bath together. That will be so cute I know what you mean, ash tries to play with Mill but he gets frustrated, I can't wait til they can play together.

I can't get the thought no 4 out of my head now and DH is the same we only ever planned 3 kids but now I have this want for one more, I can never imagine not being pregnant again!!!!
Morning girls hope you are all going well Miss Lily had a shocker yesterday full of wind & vomit so by the time she finally got to sleep last night she slept for 11 hours thankfully and was a very happy little dolly this morning !!!!!! So hopefully today will be a better day.

Sorry she's not well but 11 hours is a nice bonus! Hoe are you liking the Mirena? I love mine! although a friend has fallen pregnant with one in!!! Oh heck! That scares me!

Sorry to anyone I have missed! I know I've missed Jenna and Sasha :wave: x x x

My Mum is not great, she has lost 50% of her sight in one eye, she's only young (48) so they are doing heaps of tests to try and work out what it is, they think it might be lupus, I'm really praying that's not the case.

WE are doing better here, I love being at home! Its cold today which is not much fun but I have about 50 loads of washing to do so that will keep me busy! WE have stopped wrapping miss Mill and couldn't get her to settle with the dummy so the other day i just put a muslin wrap in her hands and she smushed it up against her face and went off to sleep :goodvibes: we think its cute because DS has taken his "ruggies" to bed for the last 3.5 years, expcept he chews on them (EW!) so I have to wash them constantly. Apperently my kiddies like thier muslins! At least Mill has her dummy in so she won't be chewing on it!

Speaking of Ruggies, does anyone elses older kids have security items they are still really attached to? Sometimes I think Ash will be taking Ruggie to school :rolleyes:

Oh and my meds have settled a bit :fingerscrossed: they stay that way!

Missed you all! looking forward to catching up more regularly

Lissa7

04-11-2008, 09:33

Love the Mirena so far only been in for 2 weeks. Now I am freaking out that I will get pregnant with it in I'm sure I will be the 1 in 1000 :rolleyes: Oh well maybe then I won't have to stress about #4 and making the decision!!!!!!!!!!

Lissa7

04-11-2008, 09:35

Girls just realised today is the day last year that I found out I was pregnant with Miss Lily :babydust2::cloud9::babydust2: Can't believe how fast that has gone

jaydensmum

04-11-2008, 09:57

V's mum - Congrats on the pg! :hugs:Im glad to hear you made an appoint with the Ob. Its important to receive care when you have a high risk pg. Im sure hun you will be fine, i have 3 under 3 and i never thought i would manage but you just do. We are all here for you whenever you need to chat. Take care hun! :hugs:

Sorry to hear of the bubs/mums that are sick at the moment. Hopefully they get well soon.

Lissa7 - its funny when you look back a yr ago when we first conceived and now we have our bubs in our arms. Where has that time gone??

I have some great news to tell, yesterday i faced my fears and sat my driving test and i actually passed!!!!! So now im on my P's!!! :smiliedance::smiliedance: I was on my L's for 6yrs and i cant believe i did it. Anyway i just wanted to share my happiness with you all. I also started oestrogen yesterday so hopefully that will kick in soon and make me feel better. Apparently my levels are that low that it actually comes up like im menopausal!!! :eek: Well least its a good contraceptive! :laughing: Ariana is going very well at the moment. Shes still trying to sit up from laying position, shes my clever little girl. Not much else has changed with her.

~mia&ryan~

04-11-2008, 10:01

Morning lovlies!

Yikes a few too many pages to catch up right now. Will pop in later to do it.

Lis, I was just thinking about it this morning. I got my BFP on 6th November. I can't believe its been alomst one year. Gosh time flies.:goodvibes::goodvibes:

Melmc

04-11-2008, 11:58

CONGRATULATIONS NAOMI!:yelclap::yelclap::yelclap:

jaydensmum

04-11-2008, 12:39

CONGRATULATIONS NAOMI!:yelclap::yelclap::yelclap:

Thanks hun!!:hugs: Im still in shock that i actually did it. Most people that i saw in the RTA failed on their first attempt and i got it!!! :eek:Im soo happy! :D

MountainGirl

04-11-2008, 12:47

Aysha'sMummy

04-11-2008, 13:42

Hey Girls,

It's been like a whole week without being on here.... without the internet actually :dizzy: :laughing:

first congrates to vasiliasmum on being pregnant again... glad to hear you are accepting your little surprise bundle.

and also congrates to naomi on finally getting your p's' now libby just needs to get her's :p

i have so many pages to catch up on but i probably wont be able to actually comment on them.... so hugs to everyone who needs them, hi to any new girls... and a :wave: to everyone else

Aysha sat up from half laying down by herself the on sunday i was so shocked... and keeps trying to sit up ever since.... she hasnt even rolled over yet. She had her needles yesterday and was fairly grumpy... but also slept really well so that was good. She is normally such a happy baby so i could tell she wasnt feeling the best. She loves squeeling and talking... loves winnie the pooh and courious george and has a big fassination with elephants lol.

Luke and i are talking.... but it can be frustrating cause one minuite were talking about maybe getting counselling and maybe getting back together next he says he might move and then were fighting then he is sorry for being a jerk... so we still have alot of things to sort out and i dont know if we can do that without counselling.... i dunno its hard to know what to do.

Being a newly single mum is not much different then when we were together other than he isnt here to help me out when i need it... its hard at times cause i miss him then sometimes id just like some time to myself or an undisturbed sleep in when he isnt working.... but its ok i love my time with ayshie and she really loves it with me... she is so happy and i just love her

Lissa7

04-11-2008, 14:55

Well done Kiralee you sound like you are going along and coping really well you should be so proud of yourself and Aysha is so lucky to have a great mumma like you.

SJR - Just remind DH how much fun he will have trying for no 4. The only thing I stress about is that I'm 37 in December and I just don't know if I'm too old, I still feel 21 though !!!!!!!!

Hope all you girls are having a great day not too bad here just the usual at least the weather is beautiful so the girls are outside and Lily is sleeping like a little trooper after her shocker day yesterday!!!!!

MountainGirl

04-11-2008, 15:42

. The only thing I stress about is that I'm 37 in December and I just don't know if I'm too old, I still feel 21 though !!!!!!!! !!!!!

37 is the new 21!

So,..heres something funny,.. Rafferty poos at the same time every day! 4:40! :laughing:

Mahjong

04-11-2008, 16:23

Hey Ladies,

Congratulations to Penny :D

Congratulations on passing your P's Naomi, excellent work.

Beth - Am thinking of you hun, hope the test results come back ok :hugs:

SJR - Funny you mention R's nappies, Deacon always manages to fill his right when I serving tea up :rolleyes:

I really need a shoulder to cry on today :crying: I haven't been feeling the best this week, really down for some reason :crying: Deacon is unsettled this week, not like him at all, we think he is teething but who knows :( I just wanna cry all day... hopefully I'll snap out of it ASAP, I should be bloody grateful I have kids and they are healthy!!

Giggley

04-11-2008, 17:45

W&D'smama, this may be a really weird suggestion but it would probably help me. Would it be worth actually having a good cry? I know for me I sometimes just need to cry, its weird I know! :confused:
Kiralee I think your doing an awesome job. You have gone through such a hard time and yet you are still positive. :yelclap:

Ariel's sleep patterns have changed over the last few days. She went from having 3 naps during the day that were between 1.5 hrs -3hrs depending on the time of day. Its is now 3 or 4 naps a day that are no longer than half an hr. Rather weird. I am wondering though if it is the heat. It isn't easy sleeping in the heat and the air conditioner doesn't reach her room, so she just has a fan.

MountainGirl

04-11-2008, 18:30

\ :crying: Deacon is unsettled this week, not like him at all, we think he is teething but who knows :( I just wanna cry all day... hopefully I'll snap out of it ASAP, I should be bloody grateful I have kids and they are healthy!!

Honey,..I read in another thread that you started Deac on solids this week? That mucks their little systems around for a while...and is prob what is making him unsettled.:hugs:

Mahjong

04-11-2008, 18:35

Thanks Emily :wave: You know what, I had a huge cry this afternoon, it did help slightly :o

I spoke to DH about it tonight, I do think Im just seriously sleep deprived from the kids being sick last week and haven't caught up yet as Deacon is still restless of a night.

Mahjong

04-11-2008, 18:38

Honey,..I read in another thread that you started Deac on solids this week? That mucks their little systems around for a while...and is prob what is making him unsettled.:hugs:

I dont think it could be as he started solids only the last few days and he's been like this for over a week. I did think of that though, thanks for the ideas though :hugs:
He did have a cold last week, so quite possibly he could still out of wack from that, I checked his gum tonight too, the top two ones are really white :eek:

MountainGirl

04-11-2008, 18:41

I dont think it could be as he started solids only the last few days and he's been like this for over a week. I did think of that though, thanks for the ideas though :hugs:
He did have a cold last week, so quite possibly he could still out of wack from that, I checked his gum tonight too, the top two ones are really white :eek:

I've said it before,..and I'll say it again,........... these babies are bonkers!:laughing::hugs:

Mahjong

04-11-2008, 18:50

:laughing: :laughing:

Oh thank you hun, I needed a laugh :laughing:

Yes, children are bonkers :p

Melmc

04-11-2008, 20:09

Evening all,

Kiralee - So glad you're back, we've missed you! Glad you and Luke are talking too, hope you can come to some arrangement that suits you all! :hugs:

SJR & Lissa - 4 kids! WOW! Bridie is it for us...no more.

Beth - Sorry you're so down, hope things get better and you get some sleep, not only are our kids bonkers, they drive us bonkers too!

Emily - Bridie changes her sleep patterns from week to week, sometime she just has short naps, and maybe a few between a feed, other times she'll sleep for 3 solid hours, WEIRD!

We've had a good day, all of Bridie's grandparents have been here today and had a lovely visit, now I'm looking after mum and dads dog for a few days while they go away, he's a very cute cavoodle called Ruben! I washed the floors, went for a walk and made a banana cake with some dead bananas I discovered in the fridge!

Got to do food shopping tomorrow...isn't that an ordeal with a baby, I don't know how you girls with 2 or more manage to do it! Baby Bunting is having a sale so heading there too! All their Lamaze toys are on sale, so I'll get a couple I've had my eye on, and some more sleeping bags for Bridie.

Bridie is being weighed etc on Friday, I'm SO excited, I hope she weighs 5kgs by now, she's certainly grown!

My VERY pregnant friend had her baby today, a little boy called Harry...I could have sworn she was having a girl (but then again, I'm usually wrong about these things!), he was 7lbs and she was in labour for 32 hours! Poor girl, apparently they're all well though.

Ok - guilty of rambling again, hope everyone gets a good night's sleep xxx

Oh yeah...don't forget Secret Santa girls...still room for more!

Aysha'sMummy

04-11-2008, 21:18

Well done Kiralee you sound like you are going along and coping really well you should be so proud of yourself and Aysha is so lucky to have a great mumma like you.

I have my days.... some days im really mad others... im really sad then other days i just want him to come back... then i can be fine.... just depends on how he makes me feel that day. But thanks for the kind words

I really need a shoulder to cry on today I haven't been feeling the best this week, really down for some reason Deacon is unsettled this week, not like him at all, we think he is teething but who knows I just wanna cry all day... hopefully I'll snap out of it ASAP, I should be bloody grateful I have kids and they are healthy!!

Aww hun hugs.... i hope he settles for you soon hun.

Kiralee I think your doing an awesome job. You have gone through such a hard time and yet you are still positive.

yeah i dont know how i do it.... like i said above i have my days.

Kiralee - So glad you're back, we've missed you! Glad you and Luke are talking too, hope you can come to some arrangement that suits you all! :hugs:

My VERY pregnant friend had her baby today, a little boy called Harry...I could have sworn she was having a girl (but then again, I'm usually wrong about these things!), he was 7lbs and she was in labour for 32 hours! Poor girl, apparently they're all well though.

I missed you girls too i was missing having the internet lol.

Congratulations to your friend mel. wow 32 hours poor darling.

i got your friends owls and the elephant.... their super cute... i love them lol

Im a bit worried about luke he is really down and said to me this morning that he had a knife to his wrist last night :crying: he is seeing a pyshcologist on thursday because i begged him to call one asap. i know he has been down alot lately and he has said he has thought about killing himself before especially when we have had fights. And he was down before we broke up maybe that could have been one of the reasons why he was so mean and horrible to me. He isnt really talking to me mch tonight which is odd... so im worried i just hope he dont do anything before he see's the psyhcologist. Ayshie needs here daddy and i do too. :crying:

I'm so mad at my sister right now.... she has been hanging around with a married man he is only young but still.... he has told her he will leave his wife etc and she has broken up with her boyfriend who is so devostated he wanted to marry her and have kids with her... i feel so sorry for him he really loves her.... like the type of love that every girl dreams for... she is being stupid... and she should know better she has been cheated on before she knows how it feels... im so mad at her she sees how much pain im in and what she is doing is worse then what luke has done to me... and i dont even know the full story yet

Hokey Pokey

05-11-2008, 07:19

No time for personals just bout to drop dd at school.. will update later :wave:

Melmc

05-11-2008, 07:22

Morning...me again, I generally get on here when Bridie is settling, the study isn't far from her nursery!

Hi Kiralee - You're doing all you can for Luke and your sister, sometimes people just don't get it! I hope Luke gets the help he needs and your sister comes to her senses! Thinking of you xxx

Well, last night after my friend Chrissy had her baby, Harry, another friend gave birth too, another boy called William (talk about the royal family!), apparently she's well too! Baby gift buying today! YAY!

~mia&ryan~

05-11-2008, 07:59

Melmc

05-11-2008, 09:45

Hi AGAIN!

Just a quick post...

Just reminding Tracey (tlsmum2b), Tara (Tarabell) and Mel (Poppet) that we need their addresses for secret santa...yes I know I'm nagging!

jaydensmum

05-11-2008, 09:50

Wow melmc your friends seem to be popping one after the other!! :laughing:
My DH told me last night that our contracts for sale have been exchanged!!! So 6 weeks now til we move into our OWN house, yay!!! :yelclap::smiliedance:The down side is now im back to packing and cleaning again!! :thumbsdown: :) Least that will be the last time for while now!

Lahri

05-11-2008, 11:45

~mia&ryan~

05-11-2008, 12:01

Hi all,

How are you today? I am about to pop out so will do personals later.

I think Maddison is ill :no: she didn't settle well at all last night and seemed very uncomfortable. She eventually slept for 6 hours which is normal for her but didn't want her baby rice (yes started her on solids last week) this morning and hasn't really had much milk. I am still breast feeding fully but she normally takes it without any problems.

I am a bad mother, don't even have a thermometer in the house, well not one really suitable for a baby. Got to get one today when I pop out. My sister's twins have measles and I wonder if Maddison was exposed to it whilst in England. I was told it has 2 weeks before it can show. Well we saw them just over 2 weeks ago, any chance????

She may just be teething, :fingerscrossed: so I will see how she goes. She dribbles a lot lately and always chews on her fingers. Will be back later,sorry for the "me" post.

Speak soon, hope you and your little ones are ok.
Jenna hun, its normal for babies to get like that sometimes. Ry was like it last week. Really grizzly, fussing at feeds hard to get to sleep. Just generally unsettled. The more you worry the worse it gets. So I offer feeds if he takes them great, if not I offer again in 30 mins and so on. Plus I put him to bed before he starts to look tired.

If you are really worried about the measles take her to the Dr to ease your mind. It may even be the solids, it can be hard on their little systems when they first start it. Perhaps its to early. The same thing happened with Mia when we started her on solids. So we stopped for a months then tried again, that time she had no worries. I think I tried to start her too early (at around 4 months) but every bub is different.

Oh and don't feel bad about the thermometer, ours broke a few weeks ago and I still haven't replaced it.

~mia&ryan~

05-11-2008, 12:04

Oh I forgot congrats Naomi on getting your own place. Oh the joys of packing! At least as you said it will be the last time for a while!:goodvibes:

Mahjong

05-11-2008, 12:32

Bep hun, how are you feeling today? Sorry to hear you are feeling down and that Deek is unsettled. Poor things. If you need anything I am here hun. Even if you just want a cuppa and a chat. Don't hesitate okay hun.:hugs:

Will pop back after to catch up on all the personals.

Em

Thanks hun :hugs: Looking forward to seeing you again on Thursday :D

Wow melmc your friends seem to be popping one after the other!!
My DH told me last night that our contracts for sale have been exchanged!!! So 6 weeks now til we move into our OWN house, yay!!! :The down side is now im back to packing and cleaning again!! Least that will be the last time for while now!

Yay! :smiliedance:

Hi all,

How are you today? I am about to pop out so will do personals later.

I think Maddison is ill she didn't settle well at all last night and seemed very uncomfortable. She eventually slept for 6 hours which is normal for her but didn't want her baby rice (yes started her on solids last week) this morning and hasn't really had much milk. I am still breast feeding fully but she normally takes it without any problems.

I am a bad mother, don't even have a thermometer in the house, well not one really suitable for a baby. Got to get one today when I pop out. My sister's twins have measles and I wonder if Maddison was exposed to it whilst in England. I was told it has 2 weeks before it can show. Well we saw them just over 2 weeks ago, any chance????

She may just be teething, so I will see how she goes. She dribbles a lot lately and always chews on her fingers. Will be back later,sorry for the "me" post.

Speak soon, hope you and your little ones are ok.

Hope your day is better today hun. Dont feel bad either, the only reason why we have a thermometer is that it was free with the baby monitor LOL!

Im still alive! Thank you so much for the lovely posts :hugs:

I had a better night last night with Deacon, we do think he's teething, the poor little guy. Today is going MUCH better LOL! Im so sorry to have a whinge yesterday, I had a big cry last night and then told myself 'Suck it up Beth, people are far worse off than you" Especially since watching our family friend dying - which by the way, she's still here and perked up again!! There are miracles!

Kiralee: How are you today hun? I admire you hun and your strength :hugs:

ElizaDoLittle

05-11-2008, 13:59

Bep - Glad to hear you're feelin a little better today, crying releases those good endorphins!

I have my days.... some days im really mad others... im really sad then other days i just want him to come back... then i can be fine.... just depends on how he makes me feel that day.
You are doing fabulously Kiralee, keep strong and see a professional for sure, make sure u are making the best decisions for all of you. :hugs:

My DH told me last night that our contracts for sale have been exchanged!!! So 6 weeks now til we move into our OWN house, yay!!! The down side is now im back to packing and cleaning again!! Least that will be the last time for while now!A house and a licence! Go Naomi!!!

I think Maddison is ill she didn't settle well at all last night and seemed very uncomfortable. She eventually slept for 6 hours which is normal for her but didn't want her baby rice (yes started her on solids last week) this morning and hasn't really had much milk. I am still breast feeding fully but she normally takes it without any problems.
Hope she's doing better now hun, they can make us fret can't they?

Got a pic for you all :goodvibes::cloud9:
http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/IMG_6096.jpg

x x
Beth

~mia&ryan~

05-11-2008, 14:26

Bep - looking forward to seeing you tomorrow too.:goodvibes:

Beth - oh my goodness Miss Mill is just gorgeous! Those precious chubby cheeks. Love the blanket/bedspread underneath her. So cute!

Mahjong

05-11-2008, 19:21

Aw Beth, she is such a sweetheart :D Chubby lil cheeks she has, so adorable.

Well, I spoke too soon, shocking afternoon here with Deacon :crying:

I think I may have worked out the problem, I grabbed a jar of bubba food the othe day and gave it to Deacon when I was at Dad's yesterday morning (it was supposed to be a pumpkin one)... the damn stuff has peas in it, notorious for giving babies WIND :mad: Who on earth puts PEAS in a baby food? :mad: Good thing I read the jar....
So today, I guess it's been working through his system.
So this afternoon, I put him back on MY cooking and hopefully it'll get through his system ASAP.

Bad Mummy alert :crying: I just want my Mummy!!!

See ya tomorrow Em :D

ellie13

05-11-2008, 20:18

Hi there lovely mommies- how is everybody- just popped in to check on everyone, and see how are you all going- and sending much needed hugs to all of you who are having a rough times.

All good here, no changes, except I think that Bianca is teething!!!! Actually I am pretty sure about it, cause last 3 days her poos are completely different, and they smell different, and her cheecks re red. Hope she will be ok, as Bonjella is not untill 4 mnths old, and she doesn't know how to chew on teething rings yet......oh well.

Anyways, I have to go, you all have a great bight, I am going to a sleep school thing tomorrow, from our council, so it should be fun.

You all have a great night

MountainGirl

06-11-2008, 08:15

tlsmum2b

06-11-2008, 08:45

Hello all you beautiful bubba's and of corse Mumma's as well.

I have been MIA due to a demanding Jessica lately. Sorry have not had a chance to catch up on the last 6 pages, geez us July Mummas can chat!

Well we were busy tearing off old weatherboards and replacing them over the long weekend here in Melb. Jessica was disrupted for 2-3 days straight due to the noise so not much sleep during the day, and needed her mummy alot.

Then Tuesday night was a shocker, she would not settle and just wanted to be cuddled, so in the end (1am) i decided to fold out the sofa bed (which is in her room too) and co-sleep with her. She then woke up at 3am for a feed and i was able to put her down in her cot.
And again last night she was really hard to settle, i had to sit with her for 1.5hrs while she lay in her cot holding my hand until she fell asleep, then awake at 11pm and 3am for feeds.

I think she might be teething, as she keeps sticking her hands in her mouth, her cheeks are red, she is unsettled and keeps putting my finger in her mouth to crunch down on too, the only time my finger ever went in her mouth previously she would suck on it not chomp down on it like she was.

Oh well the fun of infants!!

Mel - did that questionaire at the MCHN visit on monday. Was not extreemly high, but was not "normal" either. She is sending someone "councilor type of person" around to see me, and assess it. She made me cry!!

Well had Jessica weighed etc on Monday - she is 6.2kg, 64cm long and h/c of 42cm. Nurse said she is tall and slender for her age!

Must go, getting Jessicas 4 month needles done today :crying:. I am not looking forward to it. Just hate the poor little face, when she realises it hurt.

Hope everyone has a good day.

Melmc

06-11-2008, 09:48

Hi Tracey, I'm glad a counsellor is coming to see you...I cried too when I finally got it all out...in fact I cried ALOT! That's great about her weight/height/head, Bridie is going tomorrow, nurse and needles, can't wait to see how much she weighs!

Had a huge day yesterday, went to baby bunting as they were having a sale. We got some new Lamaze toys (I just love them...so does Bridie, just as well really!), nappies and DH said I could splash out for Christmas and buy a beautiful leather nappy bag, they were on sale, originally $379! OMG! I would NEVER spend that much on ANY bag. It's beautiful, but he's made me put it away til Christmas! Then we did some shopping for the new babies that were born on Tuesday and met up with a friend. THEN we had to go to the post office...isn't that an ordeal! I can never get a park near our local so I usually drive across to the next suburb, but of course they only deliver parcels (from my online shopping) to the local PO, took forever! THEN we went to visit little Harry, he's so tiny and cute! THEN we did the food shopping! Bridie was SO GOOD, she only had a few little snoozes and was pretty happy for the rest of the day, even stayed up for 2 hours when we got home! WOW! I was BUGGERED!

Here's a link to my beautiful bag http://www.jooki.com.au/?id=8&cat=1&code=MO113115&colour=18

We're doing nothing today, DH is in the city at a meeting and should be back by about 2pm, so I'm slothing on the couch.

Hope everyone is doing well. I'll be in and out all day, so just ignore my rambling if you like! :laughing::laughing::laughing:

BTW - I still need Mel's (Poppet) address for SECRET SANTA...remember to put your name down if you're interested girls. Last day is Dec 1st

mummy_to_thomas

06-11-2008, 10:01

Awww Beth, Miss Mill is just gorgeous, I love her cubby cheeks :cloud9:

Tracey, hopefully Jessica starts to settle again for you soon. Good luck with the needles today

Ellie13,hopefully Bianca's teeth don't give her too much trobule

Hi to everyone else and hope your having a great day :wave:

As for us, we are meeting up with another mummy I meet online today for lunch, really looking forward to getting out of the house. It's sooo humid and yuck here today, we had heaps of rain last night and now it is hot and sticky :( Well I should go hang out the washing and get Thomas ready for going out. Talk to you all later..

mummy_to_thomas

06-11-2008, 10:04

Melmc

06-11-2008, 10:37

Me too! They're on sale at Baby Bunting, not sure where you are but I think their stores are only in Melbourne.

We tried Bridie on some rice cereal this morning, funny! She ate some but wasn't really sure what to do with it! I put the photos on Facebook, here's a link

http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67644&l=d9c01&id=574224687 (http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67644&l=d9c01&id=574224687)

There are heaps of other photos too, in other albums. GGRRRRR my friend commented..'Rice cereal already???', I can tell the tone she's taking! She's the same friend who suffered through PND making her own and everyone else's lives hell and didn't get any help, then questioned me getting help when I felt so anxious! :banghead::banghead::banghead: is how I feel!

Told you I'd be in and out! Do ignore my rambling!

ElizaDoLittle

06-11-2008, 13:34

Oh!!!

Dear Miss Mill,....you are too beautiful,...I just want to kiss your little chubby cheeks, and gaze into your beautiful eyes.. Please meet me at the park so we can hang out on a pic-nic rug under the shade of a willow tree and hold hands,..

Love Rafferty XXXXX

Seriously,...she is just divine!

Where did you get the quilt she is lying on????:laughing: You crack me up Jane! Cricket sounds like an old fashioned romantic, love it! :goodvibes: believe it or not its a sheet set, someone gave me the fitted sheet second hand and I randomnly found the matching top sheet and quilt on ebay for $6!!!! must have been meant just for her I think.

DH said I could splash out for Christmas and buy a beautiful leather nappy bag, they were on sale, originally $379! OMG! I would NEVER spend that much on ANY bag. It's beautiful, but he's made me put it away til Christmas!

mmmmmm NICE bag!! but I do love my Vanchi bag!

I think she might be teething, as she keeps sticking her hands in her mouth, her cheeks are red, she is unsettled and keeps putting my finger in her mouth to crunch down on too, the only time my finger ever went in her mouth previously she would suck on it not chomp down on it like she was.
Must go, getting Jessicas 4 month needles done today . I am not looking forward to it. Just hate the poor little face, when she realises it hurt.

Hope everyone has a good day.Poor darling needles and teeth! Glsd you've got someone to chat to, I see my counsellor tonight I'm really looking forward to it.

Awww Beth, Miss Mill is just gorgeous, I love her cubby cheeks

As for us, we are meeting up with another mummy I meet online today for lunch, really looking forward to getting out of the house. It's sooo humid and yuck here today, we had heaps of rain last night and now it is hot and sticky Well I should go hang out the washing and get Thomas ready for going out. Talk to you all later..Aw shucks thanks! I think she's amazing of course! Its sinking hot here too, hope your lunch is fun x

We tried Bridie on some rice cereal this morning, funny! She ate some but wasn't really sure what to do with it! I put the photos on Facebook, here's a linkI gave Eme some last night (talked to our paed about it and her reflux) and she absolutely DEVOURED it!!! I seriously couldn't believe it. She's not getting anymore though, I decided she's growing up too fast for my liking :rolleyes:.

I've just been out to lunch with some girlfriends and although we had 4 kids between the three of us it was wonderful, we sat under a verandah covered in vines above and on three sides, it was like our own little secret garden :sunshine:.

:wave: to all those i've missed, HAVE A GREAT DAY!

**** WARNING _ Pumkin patch has massive online sale, I did some MAJOR damage LOL *****

RHJ

06-11-2008, 14:24

ROFL
I am constantly checking out their online store! only way to buy PP IMO. Although i am not impressed with how few options i have in 4YO boy shorts choices!
I got sick of shopping instore with PP. It used to drive me insane to see how much girls stuff there was, then there was just 1 corner for boys. Online means i can bypass the girls stuff, and just see the boys! HAHA

mummy_to_thomas

06-11-2008, 16:21

Gosh I don't know what's got into Thomas today but he is seriously making me want to :hair: He is having full bottles every 2 hours, has had a full jar of pears and just keeps screaming for no reason. Also, he won't have his naps either :confused:

I feel like such a bad mummy today cause I didn't mean to but I got sooo frustrated with him that I raised my voice at him and just wanted him to be quiet :( I just wish I knew what is wrong with him.

Whilst out for lunch, he was good for about 30mins and then cracked up again. I gave him a feed which he finished and then screamed again and wanted one of my wedges. I gave him a little one to suck on,he polished that off and wanted more.

I'm thinking maybe he is going through a growth spurt/teething but just feel bad cause I don't know what's wrong and how to help him.:( i've just got him to down for a little nap now so hopefully he might have a good nap and be in a better mood.

Ok vent over,just needed to get it out. I so wish I had some friends here but haven't really meet anyone yet. I'm thinking of joining the playgroup which runs tuesday mornings just to meet some fellow mums etc

Mahjong

06-11-2008, 19:30

Hi Ladies :D

Im still here, surviving!

You gals can talk here LOL!

Mel: How is Thomas now? Has he settled down tonight? :hugs: hun... Deacon has been like it all week too, although, fussing terribly on bottles and only wanting to eat solids :mad:
I think I may have worked it out, he has thrush again on his tongue :( Have sorted that out and hopefully he'll be back to himself soon.

What is everyone up to this weekend? DH and I have his work Xmas party on Saturday so we get a day without the kids and a bit of a break, Mum is having the kids here at our place for the day :D

mummy_to_thomas

06-11-2008, 19:59

Well I managed to get Thomas to have about a 40 min nap this afternoon and he did wake up in a better mood but about 30 mins later, it started all over again :hissy: I just don't know what is wrong with him and to make it worse, DF has a training night for work to go to so I'm home alone with Thomas and he is just sooo clingy and screaming :hair:

There's got to be something behind it, I've checked his temp etc to make sure he's not sick etc. I don't know what else to try, he doesn't like dummies anymore and he does settle once i put a bottle in his mouth but then he polishes it off, dozes for 5 mins and wakes up cranky again :(

:fingerscrossed: tomorrow is a better day, I want my happy little man back :o

Lahri

06-11-2008, 20:04

Evening all,

How have your days been? We have had a good day, met up with the ACT mums this morning and then met with another friend this afternoon. My dh is working again this evening so I have had a bit of chance to clean up and get online.

I think Maddison is teething again poor little thing. I don't think any teeth are going to come through yet but she is suffering all the same.

She has been on baby rice now for almost 2 weeks, we sat next to a paed on the airplane and he said she was definitely ready for solids so I have been trying. She loves it so much and has had pureed pears/apple mixed in with the baby rice. I have uploaded some photographs. Here is the link

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=61236&l=815a4&id=614831765

She eats half a ramkin dish full, they say only a couple of teaspoons, :laughing: that won't be enough for her.

Beth poor Deacon. I hope he is better now, why on earth would they put peas in babies food jars?? You can't beat home made can you!

Ellie hope Biance doesn't suffer too much with her teeth, it is one thing after another isn't it! You can get homeopathic teething powder and they can have it from birth. It may help her, my sil swears by it and I tried it with Maddison. My nieces have had it also and it seems to work, nothing harmful and all natural ingredients.

tismum2b how is Jessica doing with those teeth? Sounds like she is doing well with regard to her growth, go Jessica! I hate the jabs also, I have to arrange for Maddison to have hers, she has only had one. :no: I know I am going to feel really guilty again.

Mel it sounds like you have been so busy, good on you. I love the bag. Bridie looks so cute in her high chair, hope the baby rice goes well, she will get used to it very quickly. Love the photographs, thank you for sharing them with us, made me put Maddison's online. If you want to feed Bridie you go ahead and do it in your own time, don't let other people make you feel you are doing it all wrong. You are a great mother and doing really well.

mummy to thomas did you have a nice time with the other mummy you met today? How is Thomas this evening? Don't feel bad, we all feel like that sometimes and you are not a bad mummy. If you think he is teething and not sure what to give him, speak to a chemist or try the homeopathic teething powders, they may just help him settle.

Beth she is so beautiful, look at those little chubby cheeks. Aww no more baby rice? :laughing: Milk will be boring for her after eating that!! :D

HRJ I know I have a little girl, but before she was born and we didn't know the sex, I always looked at the boys clothes. They don't have many do they, no wonder you prefer shopping on their website.

Well I am going to get offline and get some things done, I am going to watch something on tele this evening at 9.30 I just can't remember what it was :laughing:

Sasha where are you? Hope you are ok.

Speak soon, :wave: to everyone I have missed.

Jenna

Aysha'sMummy

06-11-2008, 21:09

Kiralee: How are you today hun? I admire you hun and your strength :hugs:

Well today and last night werent so good.... i was at my friends place last night as we were going out to dinner.... but aysha had other ideas.... she woke up screaming i tried everything but she wouldnt settle so i ended up having to go back home the whole way home she screamed and for another half hour or more after that. i ended up having to give her to mum cause i just couldnt listen to her cry anymore... i was pretty much :hair: this

Today wasn't much better i had brought a tallboy yesterday and i needed to move it into my room and of course asyh had to know i was going to be busy... and played up all day so it has taken me the whole day to re organise my room and i still havent finished.... i was so frustrated today and i just wanted someone to take aysh just till i finished but dad would take her for about 10mins then hand her back.... so i have had a pretty bad day.... lets hope tomorrow is better.

i'll have to post up new photo's of aysha when i put them on the computer.

anyway chat tomorrow i have to put songs on my brothers ipod :rolleyes:

ellie13

06-11-2008, 21:23

Hi there girls, checking on you all, and was going to write heaps, but Bianca just chucked in her cot, so I am waiting if she resettles or not, so I will keep it short.

Tracey- glad that you will get soem help, hope they are nice and resourcefull for you.

Mel and lahri- great pics

Better go, see ya tomorrow.

grass is always greener

06-11-2008, 21:39

and also congrates to naomi on finally getting your p's' now libby just needs to get her's :p

Thats very cheeky hun. :cool:

Things gave been a bit tricky here lately. Charlie has been really unsettled, and the drool, OMG the drool. His teeth have cut through, but are still coming up. I hope they settle down soon.
We started him on infacol on monday and it is making a huge difference. His isnt as spewy as usual. It seems to be soothing his throat. I have been giving him a bottle of formula at night time but i am going to stop it after his nappy today, :barf: it was disgusting.

Miss Mill is absolutely divine. She is gorgeous.
Mel, Bep and anyone else who has troublesome bubbas, :hugs:.
Naomi, congrats on the house and the p's. As kiralee said, i have to get mine now. :p
Melmc- Everyone has an opinion and theirs is always the right one. :yes:

Paihea

07-11-2008, 09:20

Hiya girls
Only a quick post, thought I had posted quickly the other day aswell but now after looking for it realised that I got interrupted half way and never came back to it...grrr
I have read the first couple of pages but need to get the boys to bed and then get to work on cleaning the house and also do another coat of oil on the outdoor box and get dinner made while they are asleep and before the day gets away from me so I really should get to it.
Just wanted to reply to what I remember or else when I get back on later to read some more and reply I probably wont remember.
Sheree hope that you are feeling better dahl. You poor thing havent had a good run of it. Dont feel like a bad mum with Lachlan, they really do need to learn, we did it with Tahli and she knows not to muck about especially with dinner because we are all tired at the end of the day and we like it to be a really family orientated enjoyable catch up time, although having said that Landon who is now 19months tried it on last night, and if it was me I would have given him a little more lee way but James is stricter which I respect and just said thats it after he spat out his food for the second time, got him out of the high chair and said to bed mate, put him in with his water and that was it no mucking about...they will be fine and like I said have to learn, shame it is generally the hard way though

Good girl Maddison, how clever with the rolling...gee they are growing up fast.

You must be stoked about that new Lib, glad that all is well with your little man and you can stop worrying so.

Kangaskippy I agree with Bep about the rolling onto the tummy to work out a tummy ache, i find it always works with our little ones. Although Chrace sleeps on his tummy aswell, but I did and all of our three have.

Mel that is terrible about your nan hope everything will be fine. I am the same with my nanna aswell, love her to bits, dunno what I would do if anything happened to her, and I think I have had my share with dealing with my dad passing so fingers crossed everyone will be safe close to me for a while to come, I am hoping the same for you, your nan and all close to you also.

Um, ok that is about it...think I am stretching it to remember much else now. Been busy here as usual, the kiddies have all been great. Had my girlfriends hens night on saturday night which was my first proper outing on my own without hubby or kids in longer than i can remember, but not good for James as Chrace woke up at 830, unlike him must have known I wasnt at home, and I didnt get home til 1230 but James said he wasnt terribly upset and they were both asleep when I got home. My mum had Tahli and Landon for saturday night which was nice for her and then she came and stayed from Sunday til Wednesday so have been enjoying some time with her as she lives some distance away.
Also got a heap of cleaning up and gardening done round the place on saturday, bought a little second hand lowboy for myself to do up for my birthday in a few weeks so that is a nice treat just need the time to work on it now. And got some good news that my brother and his wife who live in Tassie are coming up for two weeks over the time of my birthday so that is awesome as we havent seen them since their wedding a year ago!
Anyways coming into the silly time of the year we have two weekends being this one and next and then we are flat out til the new year. Have my girlfriends wedding then my mils birthday then my birthday, family here and then christmas, Tahlis birthday and then new years!!! Ahhhhh busy busy but fun fun, looking forward to it, although there is soooooo much to do....
Ok well getting off of here now, better check out this secret santa thing too as I havent read anything further since I said I would be in.
Ok hope you are all well and will try and jump on again later

Giggley

07-11-2008, 10:48

Lahri - Maddison is so cute. I am still smiling after seeing the photos. She is truly adorable. I love her hair. Was it always that colour? Or has it got lighter?

ellie13

07-11-2008, 12:19

huge:wave: to you all, hope you're having a great day. A bit rainy today here in Melbourne, and a bit cold......but that means it is all cuddly and snuggly......

All good on our front, Bianca had a bit of a restless night, waiking up a bit, every 2 hours or so, and also DD1 woke uo through the night that she is scared, so we all ended uP skleeping in bianca's room.....all snuggly and cuddly, I love my cuddles with my girls:valentine:...but it left me a bit sleep deprived today....hopefully I can get some good sleep tronight.

mummy_to_thomas

07-11-2008, 16:50

Well today has been alot better, Thomas is back to his happy self again. He went down to sleep early at 8.30pm last night and slept through to 5am. He woke up in a good mood chatting to himself and has been happy all day :smiliedance: At the moment he is in his bouncer talking to himself.....so cute:cloud9:

Mahjong

07-11-2008, 18:33

All the QLD gals, how are the bubba's handling the heat so far, since we had winter bubba's!

Deacon hates it!! Poor kid will not sleep that long in his heat, it was 36 degrees where I live on the Gold Coast today :no:

MountainGirl

07-11-2008, 18:37

I put the central air on,......it's always 22degrees in our house!:o

Giggley

07-11-2008, 19:16

Hey Bep, I heard on the radio this morning that our top temp today was meant to be 27 degrees. We hit that by 9am. How ridiculous!
Ariel is coping ok. She is still sleeping during the day, but we have to have the aircon going! I am getting her to sleep without being wrapped simply because of the heat. Today was actually the first day she slept unwrapped, so it was good timing! I am still finding it really hot now, I might go put the aircon back on for a bit.

mummy_to_thomas

07-11-2008, 19:43

Thomas hates the heat, he doesn't sleep during the day and ends up soooo cranky. We have all the fans on and put the evaporator air con on but it doesn't cool the house like a normal air con :( We had 37 degrees here the other day, I felt like we were melting :o

Aysha'sMummy

07-11-2008, 20:19

Hey Girls

Just letting you know im adding photo's of aysha on my facebook for those are friends your more than welcome to have a look and for eveyone else feel free to add me

poppet

07-11-2008, 20:29

Hi Girls

Havent been on for so long our internet has been playing up, so you have all prob forgotten who I am,
Have been reading thru but oh so many pages to catch up on, well done to the bubbies that are rolling, Aspen seems to prefer doing the 360 spin on her back:laughing: Its great to see that everyone is reasonably well.

As for us Aspen is now 18weeks old, she sleeps really well of a night time down at 7pm up at 6.30am. but only catnaps during the day, unless DD1 is at daycare, then she decides its catch up and has a couple of 2.5hr sleeps. Shes not doing much else we are still fully BF, so no rice ceral for us yet, no teeth, no rolling, no sitting, just a content little bubba.

Will have to come and check in here more often Have a great weekend:flowerz:

ellie13

07-11-2008, 20:36

:wave:

:hugs: to all the Qld girls:hugs: hope it gets a bit cooler for you soon. I am ex Qld gal, used to live in Brissie, and DD1 was born at the Mater Mothers in FEB so I remember how hard it was to have a bub in all that heat, I am so gratefull for the cooler weather here in Melb.

Lahri

07-11-2008, 20:55

Evening all,

Would you like to send some of that heat my way??? After living in England all my life and then in the Blue Mountains (didn't have many sunny/hot days really) I would love to have your share. I am sure when it gets hot here I will regret saying that :laughing: but I can wish can't I?

I put Maddison on her tummy again for a short while today (she doesn't like tummy time) and she rolled right over onto her back. She did it again infront of daddy so we know she can now do it. :smiliedance: At least now when she moves around in her cot (360 and sideways) she can get back onto her back if she doesn't like the position she has got herself into. We are very proud parents!!

Giggley she was born with black hair and about half the length, I will try to post a picture of her shortly after birth. It has got lighter over the last couple of months and of course much longer. I have to keep trimming her fringe and it won't be long before I get a hairdresser to trim it all over so I can get it to thicken up a bit. Poor little thing is only 3 and a half months!

mummy to thomas glad Thomas slept well last night, I hope you managed to catch up on your sleep as well.

Ellie hope you catch up on sleep soon.

Kira will take a look at your photos, I saw you had added some new ones when I was updating my profile. I saw a few of them, she is a cutie.

Poppet welcome back. Aspen will roll and be on baby rice in her own time, I just knew Maddison was ready for it so I thought I would introduce it. Others may not be for a while. Enjoy her as she is, it changes too fast, doesn't it!

Well, going to spend some more time with my dh. Maddison has been in bed for a couple of hours now, well since 7.30 and we watched Finding Nemo (:laughing: we bought it for Maddison - years to come I guess) then well - need I say any more!!! :o

Speak later all. :wave: Have a good weekend, we are going to the new DFO and then Toys R Us and Babies R Us (new stores opening tomorrow).

Lahri

08-11-2008, 05:23

Lissa7

08-11-2008, 07:46

Woohoo! Maddison just slept from 19.30 until 06.10 this morning. What a clever girl, needless to say mummy and daddy are very pleased and got a good night sleep ourselves.

Have a great weekend all. We will do a little bit of Christmas shopping today I think. What are your plans?

Yeah good work Maddison well done :smiliedance: How good do you feel after a decent nights sleep???

Nice day for me today off to get my hair done, supermarket shopping and a little bit of Christmas shopping too. All with no kids :D and I need it too Georgia and Sophie where at eachother all day yesterday it was terrible :hair:

Have a good one girls

:flowerz:

Melmc

08-11-2008, 07:51

Hi girls,

Wow! It's freezing here in Melbourne, heading for a top of 19 degrees! bbbrrrrr we have the heater on! Although apparently we're heading for 30 on tues and weds! Bridie didn't cope well with the warm weather that we've had either, waking all through the night! Hope all you warm weather mummies can help your babies get used to the weather!

Well, I gave Bridie some more baby rice today, NOT INTERESTED! She kept turning her head away...I think we'll wait a bit longer before we try the eating thing again.

She went to see the MCHN yesterday, she now weighs 5.1kgs, and is 59.5 cm long. Still a littley but in about the 25th percentile now, rather than 3rd! SO PLEASED! She had her injections yesterday too and she was a very good girl, we visited a friend afterwards and then when we got home she fell asleep eating and slept for 4 hours!

We've got a fair bit going on here today, nan and pop (Bridie's nan and pop, my parents!)are coming to collect their puppy dog, they may stay overnight, then more friends coming for a bbq tonight. Tomorrow we've got the Mornington market, we're going to pick up Bridie's specially made 'Bridie' puzzle, then to a 1st birthday party. Should be fun!

DH is working the next 2 nights (sun and mon) then he's got 6 days off as he's going on a course the following week, all week. After that week I'm going back to work, full time AAAGGGHHH! I don't want to go! I want to stay home with my baby girl and cuddle her!!! I am kind of looking forward to it for the social aspect, and we could certainly use the money! I just wish Bridie could come with me!

Good luck with the Christmas shopping Jenna, I've done a fair bit, mainly online, just got DH's parents and grandma's to go. The grannies are getting framed photos of Bridie. Might get that organised this week as we're going to visit them both in Ballarat next Saturday. We'll visit the Flemington twilight market on the way back. I'm still looking for that damn pram liner!!!

Sorry, no other personals, I'm heading back to bed for a bit more of a snooze as Bridie has gone back to sleep! Have to wait to have a shower as Mum will cut my hair when she arrives, my first haircut since Bridie was born! It's getting desperate! Have a good day everyone.

DON'T FORGET TO PUT YOUR NAME DOWN FOR SECRET SANTA! Yes, I'm being a bully now! It's still all go til Dec 1st!

(Just read over my post...I've been very liberal with the exclamation marks!!! SORRY!!!)

ellie13

08-11-2008, 08:19

good morning reporting here from the no proper sleep country:laughing:.....

actuually didn't sleep too bad, Bianca woke up only 3x last night, but for some reason I feel really tired this morning and as soon as I slow down I satrt to feel like nodding off- hopefully it will get better through the day and I can feel a bit more energy......might be the sleepy rainy weather outside....

Mel- hope you can get everything done easily, :yelclap: for Bridie, for sleeping and growing so well.

Lissa- have fun having your hair done!!!

Lahri-:yelclap: for Madisson

And everybody else out there from our lovely group-:wave:, how are ya????? Hopr you're all doing great and having a good weekend.

Anyways I better go, DD1 needs attention, and Bianca just won't resettle for her sleep, so I might just bugger it and pick her up.

Hope you all have a nice day.

ElizaDoLittle

08-11-2008, 11:19

Woohoo! Maddison just slept from 19.30 until 06.10 this morning. What a clever girl, needless to say mummy and daddy are very pleased and got a good night sleep ourselves.

:smiliedance:I am soooooo jealous!! I feel like Millie is the only one feeding all damn night!

Make it quick I'm expressing with the other hand lol! We are going out 2night, DH and my dad and I r taking ds to the supercross and Millie will stay with my mum, hence the pumping. Hope the rain stays away!. have a great weekend girls!:wave: x x

Kangaskippy

08-11-2008, 11:37

good afternoon ladies..

My DH let me sleep in this morning (I had Max in bed with me) and we didn't wake up till 10.30am!!! although it did take me till midnight to get him down again after his 10.30pm feed...grrr...but was so nice to sleep in, it's been sooooo long...

then Max rollled from back to tummy 3 times this morning...woot woot...the first time we didn't see him do it but then we waiting and the second 2 times he did straight away...he also knows how to escape his wraps completely and get down the other end of the cot side ways...I have resorted back to wrapping at night so we both get some much needed sleep...I am sure when he is ready he will sleep unwrapped...here's hoping anyway..hahaha...

not sure about the weather today, as it looks overcast and possible rain, but we are going for a drive this arvo down the coast and will check out the beach and some cool playgrounds too...;)

Kangaskippy

08-11-2008, 11:48

:smiliedance:I am soooooo jealous!! I feel like Millie is the only one feeding all damn night!

You aren't the only one...Max is feeding ALL the time at the moment, day and night, it is driving me nutz...I feel he is attached to my boobs 22hrs out of the day...

Have fun tonight!!

mummy_to_thomas

08-11-2008, 14:09

Just popping in to say a quick hi :wave: We aren't doing much today as it is raining, just my luck, I hang Thomas's nappies on the line and then it started to rain 10 mins later :laughing: But we need the rain so I can't complain. It's good just to spend the day with DF and DS relaxing :cloud9:

Lahri

08-11-2008, 16:03

:smiliedance:I am soooooo jealous!! I feel like Millie is the only one feeding all damn night!

It was not too long ago I was doing the same thing. It still happens on ocassion, that was the first time she has slept all the way through. I will let you know when it stops :laughing: probably be on tomorrow morning saying I was up all night. :rolleyes:

Mahjong

09-11-2008, 09:34

Hey girls,

Just popping in to say hi, sorry I have no personals for ya... Mum's bestfriend passed away last night after her long battle (I think I may have mentioned it somewhere here before) - Her funeral is on Wednesday :crying:

grass is always greener

09-11-2008, 10:02

Havent read all the post, just wanted to give Beth and her mum :hugs::hugs::hugs:

mummy_to_thomas

09-11-2008, 10:37

I'm sooo sorry to hear the sad news Beth. Sending you and your mum big :hugs:.

~mia&ryan~

09-11-2008, 11:20

Oh Bep I am so sorry for your loss. Many many :hugs::hugs::hugs:to you, your mum and your mum's friends family. It is just so awful.

I am here if you need me.:hugs:

Melmc

09-11-2008, 17:51

Hi girls,

Beth - So sorry to hear your sad news. Hugs for all of your family and friends involved.

We've had another HUGE day, been to the market, got Bridie hot pink patent leather sandals, bit big yet, but she'll fit into them soon. Also got a beautiful hot pink and orange pram blanket and her wooden 'Bridie' puzzle. Then a 1st birthday party, with hardly anyone I knew and Bridie bawled...I think she was hungry and tired, she never seems to sleep when we're out (except in the car) so she's come home, had a bath, eaten and fallen asleep straight away!

DH is on night shift tonight, and Bridie (naughty girl!) actually woke up during the night last night so I was up at 2am, first time in weeks (sorry all those still getting up, I know I'm lucky that I don't usually have to get up!), I'm so buggered after our big day that I could probably go to bed now and it's not even 7pm!

DH wants me to go out for a whole day this week some time without Bridie as I'm going back to work in 2 1/2 weeks, what am I supposed to do?

Have a good night girlies! xxx

Aysha'sMummy

09-11-2008, 18:50

Aww Beth i'm sorry hunny :hugs:

MountainGirl

09-11-2008, 19:01

So sorry to hear that Beth,.. :hugs:to you and your Mum,....

Badger - Rafferty was awake every 30mins last night from 3am till I gave up at 6am! So,...I feel your pain! Little bugger:o

ellie13

09-11-2008, 20:52

:hugs::hugs:Beth:hugs:

Mel- sounds like you had a really busy day, hope you have a good night. I don't know eaither what I would do without my kiddies......actually I hate leaving my kiddies at all, I feel really naked without them....

Night waking- bianca has good and bad nights, some nights she is up every 2 hours some not, not sure why, hope I get a good sleep soon.

Anyways- what a gorgeous day here in Mel today, gorgeous weather, went to a park for BBQ and some play for DD1. Very beautiful and relaxing.

Hope everyone has a good night, I will head over to bed now, had a glass of wine, so I feel sleepy now.....will catch up later.

Melmc

10-11-2008, 18:00

Boy it's quiet in here, hope everyone is ok, had a quiet day here, nice weather though. Just thought I'd drop a link to some MORE photos of Bridie, sorry if you're bored of them!

http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67644&l=d9c01&id=574224687 (http://www.new.facebook.com/album.php?aid=67644&l=d9c01&id=574224687)

Have a good night everyone.

Aysha'sMummy

10-11-2008, 21:24

Cute pics mel

beth how are you hunny?

The other day we tried to give ayshie some farrex... she hated it lol....

A tip for mums wanting or starting to try out solids if bubs pokes their tongue out when you ut the spoon in their mouth then their not ready yet.... my cousin told my mum that yesterday.... i was like cool now i'll know.

I had an ok day yesterday luke and i went to foster and i thought we had a good day despite some small fights on the way down cause i was extreemly tired from going out the night before... went to k-mart brought some cute things for aysh then had lunch and headed home thought things were good between us and he waned us to get back together etc.... then i found out after i got home and had a nap that he had just signed up on a daing site i was so mad i still am... i cried for over 3 hours last night... so much for him trying to change.... i dont even know how im going to bring aysh up on my own.... i know everyone says we'll be here for you etc but its not the same :crying: why does he have to be so messed up? why did he have to change into this horrible person? I wish things were different.... but i guess theirs no point in wishing its not going to happen.

today i cleaned out most of his things from my room.... i have to clean out under the bed yet. I just want his stuff gone. and i want him to stop messing with my head. one day he wants to be with me the next he dont... one day he wants to be in ayshas life the next he dont.... He expects me to let him have her on his own ever after him telling me he has thought about running away with her.... no sorry not going to happen i'm not going to risk it.

on saturday night i went out with my friends at it was a going away party for one of them she is moving to mt isa so i went out clubbing with them didnt drink but had a great time left aysh home with my parents and i get msgs from luke did you go out? wheres aysh? why didnt u ask me to look after her? why arent you writting back? etc.... i have every right to go out i have every right to have fun with my friends.... he's the one who decided to be on dating sites txt girls and hit me... he had all the slutty fun when we were married.... i have every right to go out for one night with my friends.... i never did any of that to him so why should i feel bad for having fun.

Now he is annoyed because i applied for child support today.... he is like we can do it just between us... i told him too late i have already applied... he just told me to ring them and tell them we have our own arrangement.... he reakons he wont have money to live on if they do it etc. Big deal you shouldnt have cheated on me and none of this would be happening... i'm sick of him trying to turn everything around on me like it's all my fault... it's not i didnt make him do cheat or hit me.... i gave him everything he wanted and what did i get from him bruses, lies, unfaithfulness.... oh and of course my adorable little girl :cloud9:.

My sister wasthen abusing me today because i sent her married mans wife a message on facebook asking if she was his wife so that i could inform her that her husband had been sleeping with my sister... i ended up telling her what was going on.... she has every right to know and i know her husband wouldnt have told her.... my sister like its not you place to tell her... i told her it wasnt her place to have sex with a married man either but she still did it. I do feel bad for letting the wife know what was going on because i know how crushed she is going to be.... but if that was me and luke had sex with some girl and someone knew about it i would want to know.

Sorry for the massive rant about my life just had to get it off my chest.

Melmc

11-11-2008, 07:28

:hugs::hugs::hugs:Kiralee

Paihea

11-11-2008, 09:30

hi everyone

well I feel like giving up, just cant seem to keep up with anything at the moment, the kids, the washing, this thread, facebook....geez
anyways I just got onto facebook for the first time since september and have added all I know who are hubbers especially from this thread but if I have missed anyone can you let me know, me and technology just arent friends and I am sure I have not added all I should have, my name is Sasha Rutherford and my avatar on there is one of James, Chrace and myself just after he was born, me with a sexy red surgery cap on....
Ok was going to post heaps more but I need to attend to these kiddies, work on the washing and re read all that has been happening on here...will endeavour to be back on later...I know I know that I always say it but I do always mean it
Hoping you are all well, miss you guys

ellie13

11-11-2008, 09:47

hi there lovely momies and babies:laughing:

Mel- the photoes are lovely, Bridie is so cute!!!

Kiralee-:hugs::hugs::hugs:don't expect much better, you had evry right to go with your friends, don't worry about anything, just concentrate on you and your little one.

Paieha- yep life can get like that sometimes- hope you can find a bit of down time for you!!!

Us- :yelclap:Bianca rolled yesterday:yelclap:, so we are very excited, eventhought it also means my little bubba is growing up so fast, it seems like yesterday that she was born.....and she is rolling already!!!!!

Anyaways you all have a great day, hope everyone is well.

Paihea

11-11-2008, 10:28

OK well I have read the first 6 pages and thought I would jump on here quickly and reply to what I remember or else I will forget and there I will go and it will be another week and I will never get up to date.
Vasiliasmum - congrats on your news...how wonderful...I can understand that it must be very daunting but I hope all goes well with your appointment with your obgyn and keep us updated...it is also comforting that someone else would have this reaction to expecting as i have wondered if we are expecting again also, lots of things to suspect and really my reaction has been one of worry and panic and burying my head in the sand I should so go to the doctor and get checked but then if I was to be then that would make it real and at the moment I just keep thinking well perhaps I am just being silly of course I couldnt be....hmmmm wonder how long that will last for. Still huge congrats looking forward to hearing all about it

jane sorry to hear about Scarlett and the littlies being so demanding on you, just do what you can and rest where you can. Sending you big hugs!

Beth you do sound better and yes you did miss me....heheehe nah its ok. Hoping that the meds are being good to you and so too your two beautfil kiddie winks!

Kirralee you are doing so awesomely!!! Aysha is so fortunate to have such a wonderful mummy. Just make sure that with you and Luke that you dont settle and if you do get back together that you are happy with where you are both at and that he has earned his way...hope I dont sound like i am telling you what to do, I just think that you totally deserve better and not that he couldnt be better but I just think that life is too short for you to settle and for aysha for that matter. Big hugs to you hon. Always here for you

Ellie you have been such a busy lady too, well done on everything you got done last week. I love hearing about you being so in love with your littlies. Makes me feel bad sometime though not that I am not the same with my kids but I constantly feel as though I dont get time to stop and enjoy the here and the now, and worry that one day I am going to wake up from all this chaos and go oh my god I have totally missed it all....but at the end of the day the dishes need to be cleaned, dinner needs to be made and we need to have clean clothes.....sigh

Mel you too are a busy lady, the cards sound great I am sure that they will be a hit. I too am totally getting into the christmas spirit, loving it, always do and shopping for everyone!!!

Lisa we want 4 too so you are not crazy and i have certainly heard that there is not that much difference with every bub you have after 3...as in it isnt all that much more work, but I wouldnt know for a fact as I only have the 3...but if I could plan it I would certainly like to have my body to myself for a while before having another.

Ok sorry to anyone I have missed oh just remembered congrats naomi on passing your licence....yay to the life of having P's well done

Ok again sorry to anyone i have missed, Chrace has just gone down, Landon is about to, I still have not had anything ot eat except bikkies and a mocha so I had really go and eat and then need to work on washing, cleaning dinner and starting carving up with this hebel artwork for my girlfriends wedding present next week....ahhhhh wish me luck with be back later to read more and reply,
Big hugs all

Mahjong

11-11-2008, 11:23

Hey girls,

Kiralee :hugs: You sound like you need a tonne of these.

Im still around, things are really hectic here, Mum's friends funeral is tomorrow morning so will be heading to Byron Bay for that. :crying:

Things on the home front is not doing too good, Deacon is not sleeping or feeding the best and Im incredibly depressed over it :crying: I really dont want PND again :crying: I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy. I just want sleep, a full night's sleep, a decent meal I can eat without eating it in 30secs and just time with my husband alone :crying:

jaydensmum

11-11-2008, 11:47

Kiralee - sorry to hear what you're going through right now. Heres some :hugs::hugs:for you!!

W&Dsmama - sorry to hear that you're not feeling the best hun. I have PND so i can relate to what your feeling, if you ever need someone to chat with im always available hun! :hugs:

Wow theres so much to catch up on. Things are going ok here. I went to the PND group yesterday which was a bit tough, cause we had to open up about our lives. So i felt completely exhausted yesterday. I also went to get my mole checked up which the dr has referred me to a specialist cause he cant say whether its cancerous or not!! :eek: Unfortunately im still feeling absolutely exhausted all the time, even with taking my oestrogen. :hair: So physically im over it. Some good news though, we're moving to our new house on 15th Dec, which is fanastic. :smiliedance:We're so happy that finally we'll own our own home and we dont have to ship off when our contract ends anymore, yay! Ariana is still going really well, getting bigger all the time. She moves around by pushing off from her feet and goes backwards everywhere, its soo cute. Anyway i'd better get going, i hope everyone is doing well.

ElizaDoLittle

11-11-2008, 12:52

i know everyone says we'll be here for you etc but its not the same why does he have to be so messed up? why did he have to change into this horrible person? I wish things were different.... but i guess theirs no point in wishing its not going to happen.
Now he is annoyed because i applied for child support today.... he is like we can do it just between us... i told him too late i have already applied... he just told me to ring them and tell them we have our own arrangement.... he reakons he wont have money to live on if they do it etc. :hugs:Darlin. I just don't know what to say. I think its a good idea to formalise child support, one less thing you have to negotiate over.

Things on the home front is not doing too good, Deacon is not sleeping or feeding the best and Im incredibly depressed over it I really dont want PND again I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy. I just want sleep, a full night's sleep, a decent meal I can eat without eating it in 30secs and just time with my husband alone
Oh hun I know how you feel, I miss quiet nights with my DH too. :hugs: for you, I hope the funeral is as good as it can be x x

this thread, facebook....geez
anyways I just got onto facebook for the first time since september and have added all I know who are hubbers especially from this thread but if I have missed anyone can you let me know, me and technology just arent friends and I am sure I have not added all I should have, my name is Sasha Rutherford and my avatar on there is one of James, Chrace and myself just after he was born, me with a sexy red surgery cap on....
Theres no pressure to reply to everything, just pop in and tell us you are ok xox. SLOW DOWN SASHA LOL! You achiev so much, give yourself a pat on the back for that!

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Have a good night everyone.
They are gorgeous! I love looking at photos, I have some more to put up when I get around to it.

I also went to get my mole checked up which the dr has referred me to a specialist cause he cant say whether its cancerous or not!! Unfortunately im still feeling absolutely exhausted all the time, even with taking my oestrogen. So physically im over it. Some good news though, we're moving to our new house on 15th Dec, which is fanastic. We're so happy that finally we'll own our own home and we dont have to ship off when our contract ends anymore, yay! Ariana is still going really well, getting bigger all the time. She moves around by pushing off from her feet and goes backwards everywhere, its soo cute. Anyway i'd better get going, i hope everyone is doing well.
Yea! about the house, I hope the other doc can put your mind at ease. Does the doc think your PND meds might be making you tired? Maybe they are not the right ones for you? Worth a check maybe I dunno, all I can think of! x

I had a rough morning. Went to my mums group which I run and I had Emelia asleep in her pram so I parked her in the corner (of a big room like a small hall).... not strapped in. And yes, you guessed it, she woke up kicked around and I saw the pram moving so headed over to get her up in time to see her fall out of the pram!!!!!!! She slid out feet first and then when her feet hit the floor, flipped and slammed her head into the floor. It was carpet but very thin over a concrete floor. I screamed and ran the rest of the way and scooped her up. Some of the mums ran with me, to hug me. I felt sooooo bad. She cried for a few minutes then I fed her, hoping boobie would make her feel better. I keep replaying it in my mind. She doesn't have a mark on her and is bright and smiling and alert and feeding. I had to ring my DH and tell him, I just cried but he was fine, I promised to stop reminding him to strap her in like I usually tell him.

Anyway, thats my day, both kiddies are asleep now :smiliedance: so garbage daytime TV it is for me

xBeth

Lissa7

11-11-2008, 13:00

Afternoon girls,

Sorry to hear a few of you are having a rough time I hope you are all getting the love and support you need during these difficult times :hugs:

I have been laying pretty low myself Georgia & Sophie nearly drove me crazy last week constantly fighting and *****ing at eachother it was doing my head in and then I thought Lily wasn't getting enough milk but it has all sorted itself out now thankfully and she is back to feeding beautifully again. I think me having a "mini meltdown" didn't help :rolleyes: DH is working stupid hours I swear sometimes he should just take his swag and sleep there :banghead:

Also I have posted this elsewhere and thought I would see what you girls also think???

My DD3 loves to snuggle up to a muslin wrap when she is going to sleep she grabs it with her hands and snuggles it up to her face. I'm just wondering what your thoughts are on this as I'm a little concerned about the whole SIDS thing???? My DD1 & DD2 both have teddies so I have never needed to worry about the whole smothering thing.

Okay that's it for me now will check back in later got DD2 & DD3 in bed and DD1 is watching a movie so off to enjoy the peace & quiet while it lasts :)

ElizaDoLittle

11-11-2008, 13:12

Afternoon girls,

Sorry to hear a few of you are having a rough time I hope you are all getting the love and support you need during these difficult times :hugs:

My DD3 loves to snuggle up to a muslin wrap when she is going to sleep she grabs it with her hands and snuggles it up to her face. I'm just wondering what your thoughts are on this as I'm a little concerned about the whole SIDS thing???? My DD1 & DD2 both have teddies so I have never needed to worry about the whole smothering thing.

Okay that's it for me now will check back in later got DD2 & DD3 in bed and DD1 is watching a movie so off to enjoy the peace & quiet while it lasts :)
Emelia is EXACTLY the same, often I find her asleep with it over her head, freaks me out but my DS did the same thing (with it shoved IN his mouth too) and he's ok.......

Lissa7

11-11-2008, 13:18

Thanks Beth I kind of feel okay with it but you know it's a mum's job to worry hey???? :rolleyes:

How is Emelia?? If it makes you feel any better my sister slid right out of her pram onto the footpath when she was a bubba, and mum let me roll off a table !!!!!!!!! I know it would of been terrible for you but just know these little accidents do happen, don't beat yourself up too much hun :hugs:

ElizaDoLittle

11-11-2008, 13:28

She's totally fine :o I made a doctor's appointment but talked to my Dad who has been an emergency nurse for 27years and he thinks she will be fine, he said I don't need to take her to the doc just cause I feel like a slack mum lol

Lissa7

11-11-2008, 13:34

mummy_to_thomas

11-11-2008, 14:55

Wow lots of chatter today, good to see.

Kiralee, you are a great mummy and never doubt yourselffor one minute. You will cope fine :hugs:

Beth, sending you heaps of :hugs: too sounds like you need them.

Naomi, that's great news about your house

Sasha, sounds like you're one busy woman. Slow down hun and take some time for yourself.

Beth, glad to hear that Emelia is ok after her fall :hugs:

Mel, gorgeous pics of Bridie :cloud9:

Ellie, good to hear everything is going well for you and your girls

Hi to everyone else i've missed, hope everything is well with you all and your bubba's.

Well we are going well here, Thomas is trying really hard to crawl and is constantly rolling over, hates to stay still :p He had a little accident yesterday and head butted the polished floors when he rolled off the mattress. He cried for a min and then was happy again and laughing.

We are heading to brissy on thursday as Thomas has his appt with the paed regarding his kidney problem on friday. :fingerscrossed: this doc can tell us more. Well I guess I should get back to the endless housework, take care everyone.

Mahjong

11-11-2008, 17:18

Thanks for all the :hugs: Girls, I really needed them. Im so sorry to dump my problems on here.

Beth: Im so glad Miss Mill is OK.

Mel: Go lil Thomas, wont be long and he'll be crawling :eek:

I ended up taking Deacon to the Dr this afternoon after a day of crying and screaming. He had a temp of 38 and has not been taking his bottles for 4 days, even after cutting out his solids (once a day) looks like the poor lil guy has a UTI :crying:

The Dr mentioned that if he indeed has one, they will have to look into Kidney Reflux? Does anyone know anything about it? There's not that much information out there in Babies?

mummy_to_thomas

11-11-2008, 17:56

Beth, kidney reflux or a blockage is what the doc's think has cause the problem with Thomas's kidney. I'm seeing the specialist on friday so I'll see if he has any info on it for you. Sending you :hugs:'s, I know it is worrying, we have know about Thomas's condition since my 20 week scan and now we just want answers. Try not to worry to much until you know for sure :hugs:

Mahjong

11-11-2008, 20:18

Thank you so much Mel :hugs: I hope the specialist appointment on Friday goes well for you :wave:

ellie13

11-11-2008, 20:55

HI THERE GIRLS-again....just checking on everyone and wow how busy has it been here....
sasha- beleive me that the way I got to the point where I only really live for the moment was not very easy, and I wouldn't wish it on anyone......I think it is normal for people to be like you described.......just last 6 years or so I have had a lot of heartache and health scares, that brought me to a point where even the slightes positive thing in my life is a big deal for me.... so maybe lot of you might think it's not a big deal some things I say, but for me everyday I get to spend with my girls, and they are healthy and we have each other is a bonus for me.

W&Dsmum- (((((hugs))))) so many hugs, hope you'll feel a bit better soon and that the Dr appt goies well, and everything gets sorted and it is not what they think.

naomi-wow new home- how excitiing...hope the mole turns out to be nothing.....hope PND group was helpful for you, it would leave anyone exhausted.

beth-so glad that Emili is fine after her fall.....can happen to all of us....most accidents happen right in front of our eyes!!!! Hope you are ok.

Lisa- i really don't know about the muslim- Sids is such a scarecrow isn't it, hope you find out...

Mel- hope you have a good trip to brissie...

Anyway, better go to bed- hope you all have a good night!!!!

P.S. busy in my backyard today- covered up an ugly shed with bamboo thingies- looks a lot better....yeay

~mia&ryan~

12-11-2008, 07:36

Morning ladies.

I will attempt to catch up on all the personals but I am exhausted so if I miss anyone, apologies in advance.

Mel - your shopping at the market the other day sounds fab! Is the Bridie puzzle, one of the name ones? I love them! As always Bridie looks gorgeous in the new pics.

Jane - is Raff sleeping any better for you yet?

Ellie - your bbq at the park sounded lovely. I always feel sleepy after wine. If I had one now I think I would pass out! Yay on Bianca rolling as well.

Kiralee - So sorry to hear Luke keeps letting you down hun. You are so strong. Good on you for applying for child support, you have to do whats right for you and Aysha.:hugs::hugs:

Sasha - I feel you at the moment.:hugs:Am here if you need to chat.

Bep - all the best for the funeral today. Sorry to hear you are feeling so down hun, I am here if you need me hun. Hope everything comes back okay with Deek and that he doesn't have kidney reflux.:hugs:

Naomi - sorry to hear you are still feeling off. Fantastic about your house though!

Beth - oh your poor thing, glad to hear miss Mill is okay. Don't beat yourself up though hun.:hugs:

Lis - cut the muslin into smaller squares for her. I am doing that for Ry as he love smushing it into his face too.

Mel - gosh I can't believe Thomas! Boy the grow up far to quickly don't they!

Well were are all sick as dogs here. I am so friggen over it. To start with we all have nasty colds with damn awful coughs and then we all got conjunctivitis. ****. It just never seems to end. I am so bloomin tired, both the kids are so tired cause they aren't sleeping properly. DH is tired. **** I just want us all healthy again. I am about to have a massive tanty!

I am taking the kiddies to the Dr this morning just to make sure they are okay. Then I want to collapse. I was up most of the night with Ry then Mia decided that 4.30 was a good time to start the day.

Hoping DH will come home again and give me a hand. Well better go and try to get myself ready for heading out to the Dr. I just can't be bother moving.

Have a great day all,

Em :goodvibes:

Paihea

12-11-2008, 08:12

Oh Em I know how you feel although i feel like that and none of us are sick....fingers crossed that now I dont jinx myself! Thanks for the offers of support etc, just feels like there is never enough time and I can never get it all done...trying to take the time to be the person who stops and smells the roses but when I stop I cant seem to get going again and then it all grinds to a halt, and if I dont do it who will...I hope you go well at the drs and the kiddies have nothing serious and that dh is able to give you a bit of a helping hand today. I feel a little better knowing that there is someone out there feeling a bit like me...I know that doesnt help the fact that you are feeling like it but makes me feel so normal and ok and not terrible. Sending you lots of healthy vibes ( and i totally understand the whole up early thing with the kiddies, Landon now like to wake with daddy at 445 to begin his day!!! Is ok I spose who you are back in bed a 9 and then again in the afternoon and off at 630 at night but not so nice on mummy!)

Ellie well it is great to know that you are in a good place at the moment, sounds like you have been through a lot....the shed sounds awesome, I want to do the same here with ours but was thinking of putting in 3 angled horizontal slatted panel fences infront instead of natureed, just a matter of time money and prioritzing and it is definitely not a priority at the moment

Beth oh you poor darlin with Miss Mill, I am sure that she will be fine, when I was in hospy when landon was only 4 months, my mum came to take care of the kiddies as I had to be in for 3 days and when she was out shopping with landon in the pram she didnt have him strapped in as he had been in out in out (he never really liked the pram or being on his back) and while he was asleep he managed to wriggle himself out, and she was the same saw it happen almost like in slow motion she said and she just couldnt get to him in time...she felt terrible and told me about it, he was fine though and what was I really going to do, it was an accident, no harm done and you do just feel terrible. She will be fine.
Hoping you feel better today, I am trying to chill...getting there just so much on, wedding next weekend, then my brother and his wife arrive 3 days later, then mils birthday 2 days later and we are throwing her a surprise party and I am carving her an outside artwork, then my birthday 3 days after that, going away 2 days after that then my brother and his wife go home then my bil arrives 5 days after that then my fil arrives and then it is two weeks til Christmas and then 4 days after that its Tahliahs birthday!!! Just feels as though I have no time and put everyone else first as my birthday will be a bit of a flop I think as we wont be able to afford to do anything for my birthday now after doing this damn party for my mil and yeah just a bit over it all and everyone being so selfish and money focused with christmas and birthdays when I am totally the opposite....ok sorry for the dump dont know where that came from

Kirralee stay strong darling you are doing the right thing...big hugs honey

Naomi that is awesome about going into your own home, I dont think that there is anything better... I feel for you moving with 3 kiddies though I dont know how i would do it with my 3 but then again hopefully once you are in you wont have to do it again.

Mel good luck with the funeral honey, at least she wont be in anymore pain....thinking of you and have a safe trip...here for you darling.

Bep big big big hugs to you hon, I hear you on the full nights sleep and some time to yourself and some with your dh, I feel the same...it will get better though. Hope that everything goes well with Deek....here for you too hon

Lisa yeah scary about the sids thing, but you have to use your instinct I reckon, all of our kiddies sleep and have slept on their tummies since wee babes and apart from always worrying, as we all do as mummies, it was the best way for them to sleep and they were happy, all I can say is watch her with it and check on her...I sometimes freak with Chrace because he sleeps with his face pressed against his mattress and it doesnt look as though he can breathe but he pushes his nose flat so that his nostrils point outwards and thats the way he breathes...funny little thing, you put his head to the side and he just moves his head back....kids huh

Mel that is amazing with Thomas....gosh he will be moving all about before you know it, one day you will put him down turn around and then back and he will be gone....awww they grow up so fast...Chrace was 4 months yesterday and i cant believe it...I mean for goodness sake it is almost christmas and it was on the 21st of december last year that i found out we were expecting him....wow

Ok well already done the budget for the day about to dress Tahli and get stuck into the ironing before putting the boys to bed then outside to do some more carving, hopefully another home day today although I do have to go out at some point and get fuel
Hope you all have a great one, still more post to read over but that will have to wait.
Big hugs to all who need and want them

Aysha'sMummy

12-11-2008, 11:47

Kiralee you are doing so awesomely!!! Aysha is so fortunate to have such a wonderful mummy. Just make sure that with you and Luke that you dont settle and if you do get back together that you are happy with where you are both at and that he has earned his way...hope I dont sound like i am telling you what to do, I just think that you totally deserve better and not that he couldnt be better but I just think that life is too short for you to settle and for aysha for that matter. Big hugs to you hon. Always here for you

No hun you dont sound like your telling me what to do i appreciate what you have said... i dont want to settle... i know he has a long way to go before i will see a big change in him... he has only seen his pyschologist twice so their alot of things he still needs to work on. And after him going off at his pyschologist yesterday because he asked how he would feel if it was me doing it to him just proves he has alot more work to do before i can even consider him coming back... despite how much i miss him etc

Hey girls,

Kiralee You sound like you need a tonne of these.

Im still around, things are really hectic here, Mum's friends funeral is tomorrow morning so will be heading to Byron Bay for that.

Things on the home front is not doing too good, Deacon is not sleeping or feeding the best and Im incredibly depressed over it I really dont want PND again I wouldn't wish it upon my worst enemy. I just want sleep, a full night's sleep, a decent meal I can eat without eating it in 30secs and just time with my husband alone

:hugs: beth you need them alot more then i do right now.. i hope things start getting easier for you and your family hun.... maybe you can get someone to mindthe kids and you and hubby can go have some alone time.

Wow theres so much to catch up on. Things are going ok here. I went to the PND group yesterday which was a bit tough, cause we had to open up about our lives. So i felt completely exhausted yesterday. I also went to get my mole checked up which the dr has referred me to a specialist cause he cant say whether its cancerous or not!! Unfortunately im still feeling absolutely exhausted all the time, even with taking my oestrogen. So physically im over it. Some good news though, we're moving to our new house on 15th Dec, which is fanastic. We're so happy that finally we'll own our own home and we dont have to ship off when our contract ends anymore, yay! Ariana is still going really well, getting bigger all the time. She moves around by pushing off from her feet and goes backwards everywhere, its soo cute. Anyway i'd better get going, i hope everyone is doing well.

Hopefully your mole wont be cancerous hun.... yay on getting your own house that would be so exciting

I had a rough morning. Went to my mums group which I run and I had Emelia asleep in her pram so I parked her in the corner (of a big room like a small hall).... not strapped in. And yes, you guessed it, she woke up kicked around and I saw the pram moving so headed over to get her up in time to see her fall out of the pram!!!!!!! She slid out feet first and then when her feet hit the floor, flipped and slammed her head into the floor. It was carpet but very thin over a concrete floor. I screamed and ran the rest of the way and scooped her up. Some of the mums ran with me, to hug me. I felt sooooo bad. She cried for a few minutes then I fed her, hoping boobie would make her feel better. I keep replaying it in my mind. She doesn't have a mark on her and is bright and smiling and alert and feeding. I had to ring my DH and tell him, I just cried but he was fine, I promised to stop reminding him to strap her in like I usually tell him.

oh beth i can't imagine how horrible that made you feel... glad Emelia is ok :hugs:

I have had minor gallstone pain for the past 2 days so i went to the hospital and was told to come back when the dr arrives... i think i have an infection as gallstone pain is only supposed to last 4 hours thank god it hasnt been bad pain like normal.

i gave aysh some belly time today... :laughing: she hates it.... she tries to get up but cant and she gets so frustrated she lifts her head up ad everything and tries to roll over but she hasnt worked it out yet lol... poor darlin

ellie13

12-11-2008, 17:36

Hi there girls- hope you all having a good day!!!

Em-(((((hugs)))))) hope everyone gets better soon and that you'll be able to get on top of everyones illnesses soon. How did ypu go at the DR? Did you get a chance to have a bit of relax???

sasha- Your house sounds like it will be very busy, hope you'll enjoy everyones company...

Kiralee- How did you go with DR? Hope the pain goes away for you quick smart.
Just a question- does Luke actually want to cahnge? cause if he doesn't from his heart, he never will.....trust me been there done that, I always thougt that a beautiful healthy baby daughter is enough incentive to change anyone-man how wrong was I.....

Anyways- had a nice day- I am so in love- both of my girls make me so happy....they are just wonderful...true blessings!!!! But I think that Bianca is hungry at night as she wakes up a lot for feeds, like every 2 hours....but I don't think it is my supply, as when she finishes her last feed she chuks, so she is full....what do you girls think...or she could still be teething as she is really dribly....who knows

Ok better go, you all have a great night might pop in again later tonight.
SOLIDS- who has started them and did you get much opposition from MCH???

Mahjong

12-11-2008, 17:59

Evening ladies!

Thank you so much for the support and wonderful words, I love you guys!!

Em - You poor things! I am feeling for you, it seems to be a never ending cycle doesn't it? We were the same a few weeks back, Dan and I did it in shifts of 2 hours at a time, and even then it was exhausting! Have you got some family to help you out, it sounds like you need a tonne of these :hugs:

Kiralee: How is that gall stone going today, OUCH, I have heard they are very painful.

Ellie: I started Deacon on solids about 2 week ago now, he was more than ready for it. I dont see a CHN (long story there!) but I spoke to his GP and we decided that it was best for him. Start off with something small like mashed banana or rice cereal and see how she goes. If you genuinely think she's ready then go for it.

I have had a very emotional day here, Im exhausted... not the kids but I attended my Mum's bestfriends funeral today, OMG what an emotional time. We were all good until the Hubby spoke :crying: He broke our hearts. I said goodbye to her at the viewing, she looked at peace and just like she was sleeping. Mum was trying to be strong, but at the end she was a mess. Im so glad I could be there for her. Mum and Dad split a year ago, and even though they are on good terms, after 32 years of marriage, he couldn't be there for her as a damn friend :mad: Right at time she needed someone, so Im glad I went. She's been their rock and I needed to be hers. I was incredibly gutted as she never got to meet Deacon :crying: She was too sick to see him.

Another big event coming up next month is Deacon and I are going to be featured in Woman's Day magazine in the parental advice column! I have a mothercraft nurse coming to the house next month to help out with settling Deacon and advice etc and an article is being written about us :yelclap: Will let you know when it's being published! I got the email last night, Woman's Day are footing the bill and it came at a time last night where I had a **** day with the kids.... I burst into tears of happiness LOL!

Anyways, hope you are all good, thank you SO much for the support here girls, love you to bits.

Bep :wave:

ElizaDoLittle

12-11-2008, 18:27

Hiya Girlies!

Beth - I'm so glad you were there for your mum, :hugs:s for you for the day you've had. That's very brave of you to go to the viewing, I have often feared of seeing someone who was passed. I'm Glad she looked peaceful. That AWESOME bout woman's day. how cool!! Make sure you let us know how it goes and of course when its out so we can all buy it! Oh and I really hope Deeky is on the mend and the docs can get it all sorted for you. Kids! they make us worry don't they?

Mummy to thomas - Make sure you let us know how thomas goes at his specialist I can;t believe he is trying to crawl :eek:

Em - Sick kids are the WORST! hope all are on the mend soon!

Kiralee - you poor thing, you can't seem to catch a break can you? :hugs:

Sasha - thanks for that! I'm glad I'm not the only one, I'm still so embarrassed about it :o

Ellie - I had a big long chat to my paed at Millies check up and he gave us a big long speal about solids..... the long and short of it was that all the new allergy research coming out of Westmead kids suggests waiting til 6 months is no longer absolutely neccassary (I know! who can keep up!!) and basically he thinks its a good idea to start at 4 months. I can give u more info if you like, PM me, I'm a bit brain dead at the mo! So I started EMe on rice cereal and I got my first 7 hour sleep out of her wooo fricken HOOO!! lol. she slept from 7pm to 2am, bliss! I see two MCHNs (one at the chemist cause the other is so busy) and she suggested it too. Keeping in mind Emelia is 8.4 kilos so she has more than doubled her birth weight!

My DS (3.5) is driving me CRAZY!!! :hair: I actually told my DH I didn't like him today (DS was nowhere nearby) Felt bad after I said it but he just pushed me too far!!!!!!

x
Beth

I just read over my post I think I used 49 Exclamation points lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Aysha'sMummy

12-11-2008, 18:32

Kiralee- How did you go with DR? Hope the pain goes away for you quick smart.
Just a question- does Luke actually want to cahnge? cause if he doesn't from his heart, he never will.....trust me been there done that, I always thougt that a beautiful healthy baby daughter is enough incentive to change anyone-man how wrong was I.....

The dr was useless didnt give me a pescription for pain killers but i did get one for anti biotics to stop the infection.... he didn't even tell me if i had one or not just said you dont sem too tender in that area.... heres a hint dr my gallbladder is under my ribs:rolleyes: he sent me for a chest x-ray... who knows what for but nothing showed up in it.

As for Luke he does say he wants to change... that he dont want to be the person he has turned into anymore... so i dunno... i guess it's all up to him really and if he is lying to himself he isnt going to go anywhere and he will end up alone unfortunatly... just hope he does change

Kiralee: How is that gall stone going today, OUCH, I have heard they are very painful.

I have had a very emotional day here, Im exhausted... not the kids but I attended my Mum's bestfriends funeral today, OMG what an emotional time. We were all good until the Hubby spoke :crying: He broke our hearts. I said goodbye to her at the viewing, she looked at peace and just like she was sleeping. Mum was trying to be strong, but at the end she was a mess. Im so glad I could be there for her. Mum and Dad split a year ago, and even though they are on good terms, after 32 years of marriage, he couldn't be there for her as a damn friend :mad: Right at time she needed someone, so Im glad I went. She's been their rock and I needed to be hers. I was incredibly gutted as she never got to meet Deacon :crying: She was too sick to see him.

Another big event coming up next month is Deacon and I are going to be featured in Woman's Day magazine in the parental advice column! I have a mothercraft nurse coming to the house next month to help out with settling Deacon and advice etc and an article is being written about us :yelclap: Will let you know when it's being published! I got the email last night, Woman's Day are footing the bill and it came at a time last night where I had a **** day with the kids.... I burst into tears of happiness LOL!

Anyways, hope you are all good, thank you SO much for the support here girls, love you to bits.

Bep :wave:

Aww beth hugs hun... it must have been so hard. And how exciting you being in the womans day

Gallstone pain is about as painfull as being in the late stages of labor so yeah it can get pretty bad

Melmc

12-11-2008, 19:40

:hugs::hugs::hugs:too all that need it, I've just read over all the posts and everyone is facing such difficult (and different) problems. I really hope everything works out for you guys.

Solids - The nurse at mother's group recommended I start Bridie on some solids at 4 months to keep the spew down so i tried her on some cereal last week...not interested! She sticks her tongue out and turns her head away, what a waste of EBM! I'll try again next week, perhaps with some pumpkin. I spoke to my MCHN (different from the one at mum's group) and she said go for it, 4-6 months is fine, watch your baby not the calendar! Makes sense!

It's a year today that DH and I found out we were expecting!!!

I was banished from the house today, DH said to get both Bridie and I used to me being out all day and to have some bottle feeds. She went well once DH made the hole in the teat bigger, we only had the 2 month teats. I bought some more when I was out. Anyway, I went to school, to visit a friend and to the factory outlets, Bridie has a very cute esprit dress and tshirt for my efforts! I'm going back to work full time in 2 weeks OMG! So we need to get her feeding well from a bottle. I'll be able to express at work, but we're planning to start weaning her onto formula then, just replacing one feed a day to start with.

Nothing much else to say, we're heading to Ballarat to see the Great Grannies on saturday, they haven't seen Bridie since she was in the hospital so they'll be excited! Should be a good day.

Stinking hot here in Melb! YUCK!

BTW - I still need Laura's (LoraElyse) address for Secret Santa...and anyone else that's interested!

mummy_to_thomas

12-11-2008, 22:16

Beth, what a day you have had.Sending you heaps of :hugs:'s and congrats on the womans day story, I will defiantly have to buy it.

Kiralee,I hope your pain settles down :hugs: and also that Luke starts to sort himself out. Take care hun

Ellie, good to hear everything is well with you and your girls

Em, hope everyone in your house is feeling better soon, sending you :hugs:

Hi to everyone else :wave:

On the topic of solids, we started Thomas on them about 3 weeks ago and he is loving them. He hated the baby rice but loved pureed baby food, his favourite is sweet corn and pumpkin. Well we're off to brissy tomorrow for Thomas's appt on friday morning (not looking forward to trying to be in the city for a 9am appointment). I'll let you know how we go. Well i'm off to bed for a good sleep before driving tomorrow....bye

Paihea

13-11-2008, 07:27

Morning all
was nice and quiet in here yesterday so not too much for me to catch up on!!!
Well feel like falling on a heap on the floor today but I am thinking I should try and scrape myself up and put myself together and go to my mothers group...even though the entire time I will be thinking of all the other things I could be doing but would be nice for Landy to get out of the house and play I guess. Miss T has kindy today so it would be just me and the boys, just a matter of seeing if I can get myself together enough to go!!! heheehe

Bep big hugs to you darl...what an emotional day you had yesterday, but I have huge respect and admiration for you being there for your mum and her best friends family yesterday. Glad that she looked peaceful, I thought the same with both my grandparents and dad when I saw them in the viewing room...didnt know if that would just be me or not. Anyways I hope that you can have a bit of down time today to recover from all the heart wrenching you went through yesterday. No good about your dad though. Big hugs hon

mel wow only two weeks left with your little one hey! Hope that all goes well with the bottle and the transition from being home to working...thinking of you, very fortunate that i dont have to, although some days i just think god James you stay at home for the week and I will go to work and I reckon it will be a piece of cake in comparison to dealing with the three of them and the house...sigh. Hey and thanks for organising all this secret santa stuff...so exciting

Kirralee tough one hey...difficult to know whether he actually wants it or not, but like you said if he is lying to himself then that is something only he can change like everything else with him at the moment. there certainly is a difference between mothers and fathers though, not that all fathers are bad and all mothers are perfect but it seems to be that mothers have something in them that holds a desire to be with their children and have that close relationship like from when they were carrying them I spose, not to say that that is in every case, but seems to be for the most part, whereas some fathers could simply care less....I truly hope that Luke doesnt want to be in that group of fathers...hugs to you honey and I hope that your pain eases soon and perhaps you find yourself a better dr

Beth you are welcome darling, happens to the best of us, if it is not falling out of a pram it is off of a couch or change table or bed or something...noones perfect and you cant change it but better it be when they are littlies because they dont tense up in anticipation like we do as adults and so are less likely to sustain major injury...that is not to say that it should happen when they are young....oh geez hope I am not putting myself in it, hope you can understand what I mean.
Anyways besides all that honey how are you doing? been thinking of you...and yay on miss mill and her size you go little girlie, I really need to make an appointment with the chn to go and have chrace weighed and measured and checked etc.

Ellie yeah I am looking forward to it will just be more happy once I have all the pressies finished and the house ready....but then again never seems to be that way with the house...just trying to remind myself what is important and to forget the rest.

Mel that is great about Thomas and his eating, we havent started Chrace yet although I have bought the baby rice etc so will probably try in the next week or so but for the meantime there is so much else going on thinking about putting Landon on the bottom bunk from the weekend as he has been doing so well in the cot with the side down and then move Chrace into the cradle as I am sure he woiuld sleep longer if he didnt get stuck in one corner of the cradle...then it will be furniture moving time, the cradle out of our room into the shed, woven chair in the nursery into our room and wooden rocking horse out of the wardrobe and into the nursery....exciting though but need to make a trip to ikea first to get a new rug for the floor in the kiddies room dont think I can move Landy in there when the feature colour of everything is hot pink....sounds like its time for some redecorating!!!

Ok well kindy day so I had better get moving....feeling a little more motivated perhaps i will go to mothers group after all, will let you know how I go.
hugs to everyone

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 07:53

Morning lovlies!

Sasha - How was your day yesterday hun? You try to do so much. I know what you mean about feeling that thing will grind to a halt if you slow down. I feel the same, even though we are all sick I still find myself rushing around doing things around the house, crazy hey!

Ellie - I love hearing how happy you are, its so lovely! Re solids, not here for a while yet. I want to wait until at least 5 or 6 months. Don't want to rush it this time around.

Bep - No family to help out, I don't want to get anyone else sick! Woo hoo Bep in the womens day mag! Will definatly have to buy that one!! :hugs: to you after the funeral, gosh I had tears welling just reading about it.

Beth - yay on mis Mill's sleep. Thats fantastic. Interesting what your CHN had to say about solids. I kinda feel like if I start Ry he is not a baby anymore! I want to hold onto it for as long as I can!

Kiralee- how frustruating about the dr.:hugs:

Mel - back to work fulltime in 2 weeks! You poor thing, does Bridie happily take a bottle?

Mel - goodluck for Thomas's appointment on friday (and good luck being in the dity at peak time!)

Well Dr's went okay. Mia's ears, throat and chest are infected and she has bad conjunctivitis. Ry's is only congested in his chest and has conjunctivitis, not as bad as Mia thankfully. I am okay, although there is nothing Dr can give me because I am breastfeeding and Ry is taking meds of his own. Poor bubbas.

Ry is still so happy through it all which is great. Mia has been very sooky but so far so good today. I am feeling a bit better. I was only up twice last night which made a huge difference. DH didn't end up coming home, was too busy at work so I was knackered by the end of the day.

Have so much to do, but its all next to impossible with two sick little ones. We are having a lazy day today, until DH finishes then I have to get groceries and some more nappies for Ry. I also have to get supplies to make a nappy cake for my friends baby shower this saturday. Doesn't look like I will be well enough to go though! So unfair, why do you always get sick when there is loads of stuff on.

I am on the countdown until DH starts holidays cannot wait!! Only just over a week to go.

Well I am going to start the slow cooker for our chilli that we are having for dinner. Plus I have to put the washing machine on.

Will be checking in lots today :phave a great day all.

Em:goodvibes:

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 08:04

Oops Sasha I missed your post! Sorry to hear you are feeling rotten today. I say definately go to mother's group, being out and about might do you the world of good. Have fun redecorating! I love redecorating, good thing cos I have heaps to do here still!:hugs:

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 08:30

Forgot earlier. When I took the kids to the Dr yesterday it was pouring rain so I was trying to get the pram out and undercover quickly and I managed to nearly knock myself out on the corner of the car boot. I have a massive egg on it and a nice cut. I had to walk into the Dr's dripping wet, two sick kiddies, Mia crying and blood pouring out of my forehead.:laughing: Always one to make an entrance!

Oh and my other news is that I finally found a bottle Ry will drink out of. It's not actually a bottle but its the pigeon three step mag mag cup. Couldn't believe it! DH is loving giving Ry a bottle every now and then. Don't want it to effect my supply though so I pump while DH give him the bottle and don't give it to him often. I don't want anything to mess with our breastfeeding relationship.

Lahri

13-11-2008, 10:02

Morning,

How are you all today? This is just a quick one from me as I have to get some jobs done before I can sit on here.

With regard to solids Maddison has been on them for almost 3 weeks now, I started her just after we got back from the UK being as she was watching everything I ate and a paed I spoke to on the plane (sitting next to us) said she was definitely ready.

She has tried baby rice with EBM, then with pureed pears and she loves both. I have tried her on pureed sweet potato and she really enjoyed that, so today we are going to try carrot.

I personally believe waiting until 6 months is definitely too late and there is no proof that it reduces allergies suffered by children. Everything changes all the time and when you think they have been weaning babies at 4 months for so many generations that I was certainly not going to be waiting that long.

I always thought let babies be babies, they grow up too quickly as it is, but Maddison was definitely really and it wasn't fair to be holding her back. Every baby is different though and every mother will be different also. Nothing is right or wrong, so just go with your gut instinct. If your baby doesn't like it, you can always try again later.

Someone mentioned that if a baby sticks their tongue out when you put food in their mouth that they are not ready. Just remember that food is something very new and a different texture/consistency to milk and a baby has to get used to it. They need to learn to move the food to the back of their mouth in order to swallow it, the natural reaction for a baby is to stick their tongue slightly between their lips as they try to move it back. Careful you don't mistake that for them not being interested or ready, if you are unsure, you can always try a couple of small spoonfuls or try again a couple of days later and see what their reaction is.

Sorry, that turned into quite a long post, ignore me!!!

Will do personals later.

MountainGirl

13-11-2008, 11:42

:wave: Hi guys,...super quickie about solids! I bought Rafferty an Organic Gluten Free rice cereal,..and mixed with ebm he loves it! And,...giving him cereal has co-incided with him sleeping better! yay!

be back later with personals etc,..:wave:

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 11:53

MountainGirl

13-11-2008, 12:11

Yay Jane thats great that Raff is sleeping better. He's a hungry little man hey!

:yes::yes:

you should see the thighs on him!:laughing:

I have had such a lovely morning,...went to music class with the kiddies (Raff sleeps in the Ergo, even if there are 30kids with African drums all round him!) then came home and discovered that I could use DHs espresso machine to brew perfect Chai :smiliedance:,... small things these days.....small things!:laughing:

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 12:28

:yes::yes:

you should see the thighs on him!:laughing:

I have had such a lovely morning,...went to music class with the kiddies (Raff sleeps in the Ergo, even if there are 30kids with African drums all round him!) then came home and discovered that I could use DHs espresso machine to brew perfect Chai :smiliedance:,... small things these days.....small things!:laughing:
I know what you mean about small things! I was able to have a cup of tea while it was still hot this morning and it made my day! :laughing:

African drumming sounds fantastic, Mia loves the drums, funny little thing!

How much solids are you giving Raff?

MountainGirl

13-11-2008, 12:43

he has 2 dessert spoons or rice cereal mixed with 60ml of ebm morning and night,... he gulps it down and shouts at me if I don't shovel it in fast enough:laughing: Just like my other two!!!

Have you started Ry?

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 13:49

MountainGirl

13-11-2008, 14:33

hmmmm,.......yep,.. I keep forgetting that he is nearly a month younger than Rafferty. wait.:)

~mia&ryan~

13-11-2008, 14:37

hmmmm,.......yep,.. I keep forgetting that he is nearly a month younger than Rafferty. wait.:)
Yep I think I will. Was just looking through Mias baby book and according to that I started her at just over 3 months! Gawd I can't remember doing that, I thought it was later than that!

ellie13

13-11-2008, 21:15

Good evening everybody.....

Bep-:hugs:, no wonder you are exhausted, you are very good, great that you could be there for your mum.

Great news about Women's Day- can't wait to see it, please let us know which one.

Badgers mum + Jenna + SJR- thank you so much for the advice on the solids. Bianca is nowhere ready now, but i was just wondering. As I know DD1 was so ready by the time she hit 4 mnths, I actually started her just before 4 months, as she just stole my banana and ate a bit, so I decided she was ready. Bianca is showing no signs atm, but I agree that 6 mnths is way too long to wait.

Kiralee- what a bummer, no pain releive....what can you do??? Hope it's not too bad.

Mel- great to hear you had a good day all by yourself.....I hope the transition will be easy for you.

Mel- have a great trip to Brissie.

sasha-Hope you went to mothers group and had a good time, and got some chance to relax...did you end up having a good day?

Em- what a story-lol- how is your bump???? Hope everyone will get better soon.....the doc must of been amused..

Anyways- to everybody I am missing in me personals- HUGE HELLO:wave:- hope you're doing great.

US- beautiful story- went to Gloria Jeans today with DH, and he had Bianca in his lap and she was looking around, and at the table next to us was sitting an elderly gentleman.....he smiled.....than he said that it was amazing her life starting and his finishing.....he said he was 98 !!!!! he had a quick chat with us, than got up and went on his way......wow......98.....all by himself in a major shopping centre.....how lovely.....hope I look as good when and if I ever get to 98:thumbsup: he was so lovely

Ok I will go now, hope everyone will ahve a great night....I coloured my hair just before, so hope the result will be good, had to cover up the greys;)

Oh yeah- walked to school again today....gooody, gooody girls- hope it will show on scales:laughing:.....but DD1 nearly got runover by a car....:eek:.....on a pedestrian crossing....we had green light to cross.... he just didn't look at all......I tell you I have been thanking god all day that he made me see the car i time and stop her from crossing......how lucky.....I am still s$%$ing myself- don't know what I would do if anything would ever happen to my gorgeous girls-would give my life for them.

OK now I am really going---night,night

ElizaDoLittle

14-11-2008, 08:36

:wave:Emelia slept 7pm to 4.30am!!!!! Praise the Lord for Farex!!!!

Lahri

14-11-2008, 09:07

on my way out but:

:yelclap:GOOD GIRL EMELIA!!!:yelclap:

I bet that feels lovely doesn't it! Hope that continues for you, Maddison has gone back to waking a couple of times a night again. What time do you give her Farex? I am assuming in the evening some time. I will start doing that soon, tried morning and she has some veg at about 4 on occasion so maybe swap the rice cereal to the evening.

Congrats once again. Be back later

Paihea

14-11-2008, 10:23

Morning girlies

Well taken missy moo to kindy and was going to go out but dont want to lose another day so have come home and put the boys to bed, so might clean up the kitchen, get stuff out for dinner, hang the washing and then get back into my carving...well this is the plan

Thanks for the support too...just putting too much on my plate as usual but this time of the year is really important to me to be really special, especially for the kiddies...I just need to remind myself that if I am stressed out then it wont be so just do what I can do
Anyways I did go out yesterday to my mothers group, it is actually a bunch of us bub hub mums who get together and as lovely as it was to go and see them I wasnt really able to catch up, just not easy to do with two littlies, Landon is too little to just let play and run around on his own in a play centre and so I had to be with him and carry Chrace about too so I ended up doing more than I owuld have if we had been at home, but again was nice to see the girls just really didnt get to sit and chill and catch up and ended up giving up after an hour...wont be doing the play centre thing with two littlies without James I dont think
Anyways I did get more sorted for Christmas, i mean we have probably got half of everything we need for chrissie, pretty much all the big expensive stuff, now it is just a matter of getting all the little bits, but got the kiddies pressies from santa so another thing done which I am happy about. And even though I went shopping after my mums group and didnt get home til 230 I still managed to get some carving done too so I couldnt have been happier with the outcome really, unless perhaps I had managed to get a little more shopping done to be more organized but hey not being picky or anything

Beth that is awesome about miss mill!!! Yay little girlie way to go! I think I might give my little man a go tonight and see if he sleeps longer, he is sleeping 7 hours then a feed then another 2 and another feed then another one or two before being up to start the day so not too bad but would like a full nights sleep.

I agree the drums sound great Jane, where do you go for that? how much does it cost? And do you know if they do anything similar anywhere else? I ask because I am into that sort of thing and Landon is really into his drums also, got a set of proper beautiful bongos from his god parents for his first birthday and he loves them, is quite good too not that I am bias or anything! yay with Raff and eating too....good little man...oh love the new avatar too

Em thanks for the kind words. Yeah was feeling really flat and just exhausted yesterday but thems the days hey. The day before on wednesday I had two of my girlfriends pop round and their kiddies so that made my day and made me feel very loved....also felt as though the clouds parted and angels began singing etc when one of my girlfriends who has just had her second child say I never could of imagined that having two would be so difficult I just dont know how you do it, and you have three.....hallelujah!!!!! Just felt as though I am normal and that I am doing ok, as she is my only really close friend to have more than one bub so I kinda feel as though someone else gets me! No good on the bump on the head and the drs visit in general! You poor thing I bet you looked a sight for sore eyes...wish I could have been there to help ya hon. Was a bit the same yesterday when we went to the playcentre, just as I had gotten the pram out of the car the clouds opened up and let rip and Landon was getting soaked...everything was getting soaked as I tried to get Chrace in and then sprint with the boys,pram, toys, nappy bag etc to dry higher ground! Fun fun hey. I hope that the kiddies are feeling better soon...poor things not being well, being congested AND having conjunctivitis!!! Big hugs to them and their poor sick, bruised and battered mummy!!!

Ellie gosh that is no good at all about the driver, glad that you were observent though...I feel the same, dont know what I would do if something happened to my little nippers, and as much as Miss T frustrates me, I spose being the eldest the only one who talks and wanting attention I stop and think what if I didnt have her, my world would be so empty, as I constantly tell her she is my only girl, my special girl, my little princess. And god help anyone who hurt any of the kids, James hs always said that he would seek justice and even vengence no matter the cost to himself, which sounds harsh but when you think of your kids being hurt, in danger or worse then....I hate to think...just makes you realise how truly special and how much of a gift they really are.

Alrightie gosh I need to just stop and get on with it or else the day will be gone again. I hope that you all have a great day and will be back on later hopefully
Big hugs to all and all that i have missed, sorry if I have

Kangaskippy

14-11-2008, 10:51

congrats on bubs that are sleeping so well...

mine isn't...he has gone from doing 6-8hr stints to maybe 3-4 on occation...but is a happy baby for all that...

Last weeks pic ----> Trying out the grobag (http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r241/Kangaskippy/maxsmiling.jpg)

we are thinking of waiting a bit longer to start max on solids..he just doesn't seem too interested in what we are eating yet...may change in the next few weeks but who knows...I remember starting Jack on farex at 4mths exactly, but it never helped him sleep better...he was always a 1-2hr napper, night or day...thank goodness he grew out of that..;)

ElizaDoLittle

14-11-2008, 12:11

Ok back to catch up properly! Did the swimming lessons with the kiddies this morning (DS swimming me and mill watching) he has so so much fun its great. Only costs me $9.10 for a half hour lesson one teacher to 2 kids at an indoor pool. The only annoying thing is that last two weeks kids have pooed in the pool which means they get evactuated. its really annoying, I wish people would just put swimmer nappies on them! :(. He is really missing his just mummy and me time poor darlin, he desperately wanted me to go swimming with him.
Will be doing the groceries with both of them later.... oh boy I will need my strength. They are BOTH sleeping at the moment and I feel like I have won the lottery lol.
I am just stoked at Eme's sleep last night although I had to get up and express a little, the poor girls were rock hard and throbbing! Hope that settles soon.

I am checking out a montessorri pre-school for Ash next week, He will be go a day a week next year.

Jenna - I give Eme her Cereal around 5 and she has bath at 5.30 and milk at 6 to 6.30 then bed. She's been having it for a week now so I am planing to introduce some sweet potato. I'm a bit anal though, I made all Ashton's baby food til one year (except for those Heinz fruit jelly's they were great mixed with avocado) so I feel more work heading my way!

kangaskippy - that grobag is so cute! he looked like he loved it.

Sasha - I'm about 60% done for christmas which is a relief, I usually leave it to the last minute and stress everyone out! 7 hours is a good stretch but only if you can make it to bed then too hey? I find I muck around too long and should be in bed earlier.

Em - your poor head! Are you recovering? At least you can laugh about it now!

Ellie - what a fright you would have gotten!! Crazy how quickly something like that could potentially happen hey? And that is sweet about the old man :goodvibes:

Jane those drum classes sound like a ball!! I'd love to find something like that for Ash, he smashed one of his bowls this morning "drumming" :rolleyes:

:wave:Mel, Bep and Kiralee, how you doing?

Ok well I'm going to do..... NOTHING! for at least one cup of tea's time anyway:D

MountainGirl

14-11-2008, 12:25

:wave:Emelia slept 7pm to 4.30am!!!!! Praise the Lord for Farex!!!!

ooooooh,...I know! We have had 2 nights of sleeping through,... ssshhhhhhhh!!!:o

Mahjong

14-11-2008, 15:18

Hey Ladies,

Popping in to say hello :wave: Ive been popping in a lot but never get to post LOL!

Beth: Yay for Miss Mill! Sleeping through vibes this way please :laughing:

Em: Ouch! How is your head? I hope you guys are on the mend today. You poor things, there is a nasty virus around the Coast at the moment, DH has just gotten over one this week where he couldn't stop shivering and was in so much pain.

Jane: Well done to Cricket for sleeping too! Awesome, I bet you are feeling great!

Im so sorry for the lack of personals, Im incredibly exhausted here, the good news is that Deacon doesn't have a UTI (was tested Tuesday for it) BUT, the antibiotics they gave him to treat it until the results came back today, Deacon has thrown a reaction to :mad: Poor kid.
This last week, Ive been running on 1 hour's sleep a night I reckon. Deacon has been waking every hour on the hour during the night. Ridiculous. The mothercraft nurse is heading out on the 13 DEC, cannot wait!

MountainGirl

14-11-2008, 15:30

I agree the drums sound great Jane, where do you go for that? how much does it cost? And do you know if they do anything similar anywhere else? I ask because I am into that sort of thing and Landon is really into his drums also, got a set of proper beautiful bongos from his god parents for his first birthday and he loves them, is quite good too not that I am bias or anything! yay with Raff and eating too....good little man...oh love the new avatar too

Hiya Sasha:wave:

I do the class in Summer Hill, Sydney,... a friend of mine runs it,..her company is called "earthbeats',..the kiddies learn songs in other languages ie: vietnamese, maori, greek etc,.and also about different 'global' instruments,...main focus being on percussion,. like the bongos, african instruments etc,.... the kids love it! It costs $140 a term for each kid. Both Scarlett and Jasper go.:yes:

took S to gymnastics today,...(apparently she has natural talent:laughing: - didnt get that from me!!!) and left the boys with my mum. Rafferty woke up from a nap and I wasnt there, and he went berko:( Mum couldnt do anything to settle him,......he screamed so hard that his legs went red,swollen and shiny,..poor little tacker,..took me a while to settle him down, and now he cries as soon as I put him down,......gah!

ElizaDoLittle

14-11-2008, 16:00

Melmc

14-11-2008, 16:09

Wow Beth - those photos are awesome!

How is everyone? Well and not too exhausted I hope. We've done nothing here today, I feel like such a sloth, I did clean bathrooms, toilets and vac, but Bridie needed a home day just to get all her sleep in...she doesn't sleep when we're out, anyone else's baby like that?

Off to Ballarat tomorrow...17 degrees there apparently bbbrrrr!

Have a good night everyone.

Mahjong

14-11-2008, 16:11

Gorgeous Photo's Beth!

MountainGirl

14-11-2008, 18:08

Oh Beth! Such Lovely pics!!! Especially the one of you feeding!

:goodvibes::goodvibes::goodvibes:

mummy_to_thomas

14-11-2008, 18:11

MountainGirl

14-11-2008, 18:16

Sorry girls, no personals tonight, I'm mentally and emotionalldrained and just want to curl up and

We went and saw the paed today regarding Thomas's kidney and it's not good news. They highly suspect a blockage in his urthera and not just a small one They are really worried as the problem is getting bigger and doing damage to his kidney.

I now have to arrange for him to have two nuclear medicine scans ASAP at the Mater Childrens Hospital and the Royal and I'm really scared!. Once those scans are done, he is going to see a paediatric surgeon to discuss the results and possibility kidney surgery I am soooo worried about my little man, I just hope we can stop any further damage to his kidney. He also had a urine sample taken today to check for UTI etc.

I just don't know what to think about it all. I would do ANYTHING for our son and I'm scared about these scans he has to have and totally petrified at the thought of surgery on him I'll know on tuesday regarding the UTI and when he is having these tests so I guess Thomas and I will be travelling to brisbane regularly from now on.

Sorry to dump this on you all, I just needed to get it all out. Please keep my little guy in your thoughts

:hugs::hugs::hugs: oh Mel,....:hugs::hugs:

Mahjong

14-11-2008, 18:56

Oh Mel :hugs: Anytime you need to let it out and talk, we are always here.

:fingerscrossed: for the lil man :hugs:

ElizaDoLittle

14-11-2008, 19:14

Oh Mel, Let it out, cry real good and then you will feel able to move forward and do what you need to. As easy as it is to say, take each step at a time try not to worry about it constantly, you will wear out. You poor darling, I will keep Thomas in my thoughts and prayers :hugs::kiss::hugs:

Lahri

14-11-2008, 19:41

Evening all

mummy to thomas sending lots of :hugs::hugs:your way. As Beth said, have a really big cry and let it all out, quite often you feel that your mind is clearer and that you are able to think a bit better. I hope that Thomas' results work in his favour and that he doesn't have to have surgery. The poor little thing. I know it is really hard but try to stay as positive as you can, you don't want to burn out. Sending you tons of :hugs: we are all here if you need to chat.

Sasha I am glad you got to go to the mother's group, it is a shame that you didn't get to catch up with them. I guess it is hard when you have a little one who isn't quite able to run off and play just yet. Hope you get to catch up more at the next meet. How are you feeling? Glad you got more sorted for Christmas.

Kangaskippy very cute picture.

Beth those photographs are lovely, you have two very cute children and I love the one of you breastfeeding. That is so natural, you look really relaxed. I doubt my dh would want me to have one like that :laughing: he is a bit funny like that. I want to have some lovely photographs taken as we don't have any family ones really and he doesn't take lots of photos so I think I only have a couple of Maddison and I. You look great!!

I will make all of Maddison's food as well, I like the idea that it is all fresh and I know what is in it. Time consuming though I know. Good on you for doing it for a year for Ashton.

My dh is a coeliac and lactose intollerant so I want to be very careful and monitor Maddison so I catch it if she is intollerant. Hopefully she will take after me in that respect and won't be. She sufferes very badly though from colic and the only thing that works is Colief (don't sell it here) and that breaks down the lactase enzyme in my milk. Hope that she will not be like him. :fingerscrossed:

W&DsMama good to hear Deacon doesn't have an infection, you must be relieved.

Mel have a great time in Ballarat, hope it isn't too cold for you. I actually find that Maddison sleeps better when we are out, she likes the movement in her pram. I find she fights sleep every step of the way, especially if we are at home. So she is probably the opposite of Bridie. Did you enjoy your day in?

Going to watch a film on tele and do some ironing. Waiting for my dh to come home, he has been away for 2 nights :no: Have a good weekend all.

Kangaskippy

14-11-2008, 20:26

Mel ~ sorry to hear about Thomas' problems...you poor lovey...:hugs:X 100...I hope that it can be fixed as easy as possible...take care...

ellie13

14-11-2008, 20:38

:geek: forgot to copy the post!!!!!

well I will try again- quick version of it!!!

Mel-:hugs::hugs::hugs::hugs: will pray for Thomas!!!! Anytime you need anything, please we are here for you.

Mel- have a good trip to Ballarat.

Badgersmum-yeay for Emilia, and great pics- loved them what a gorgeous family.

sasha- hope you managed to get everything done- you always sound so busy......shame you didn't enjoy your mothers group as much, but I hope you will egt somme relax time soon.

kangaskippy- D1 didn't sleep better on solids either, I guess some just don't

SJR- great for the sleep throughts

WDSmama- Yeay that it is nothing serious, eventhough it is a bummer about the bad reaction, hope he gets better soon.

Ok I will leave it there, and go to bed....hope you all have a great night.

Melmc

14-11-2008, 21:32

Just a quick drop in...

:fingerscrossed::fingerscrossed::fingerscrossed: it all works out well Mel.

BRIDIE ATE SOME PUMPKIN! I made it myself, just steamed, and blended with some cooled boiled water...we know she ate it because some came up when shew spewed (as she does...continually!), I thought the spew was bad enough, now it's ORANGE!

Aysha'sMummy

14-11-2008, 21:39

:smiliedance::smiliedance:I got some of my studio shots back today so you can take a peak if you want.....
http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5824b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5670b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5743b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5809.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5929.jpg

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their just adorable

Sorry girls, no personals tonight, I'm mentally and emotionally drained and just want to curl up and

We went and saw the paed today regarding Thomas's kidney and it's not good news. They highly suspect a blockage in his urthera and not just a small one They are really worried as the problem is getting bigger and doing damage to his kidney.

I now have to arrange for him to have two nuclear medicine scans ASAP at the Mater Childrens Hospital and the Royal and I'm really scared!. Once those scans are done, he is going to see a paediatric surgeon to discuss the results and possibility kidney surgery I am soooo worried about my little man, I just hope we can stop any further damage to his kidney. He also had a urine sample taken today to check for UTI etc.

I just don't know what to think about it all. I would do ANYTHING for our son and I'm scared about these scans he has to have and totally petrified at the thought of surgery on him I'll know on tuesday regarding the UTI and when he is having these tests so I guess Thomas and I will be travelling to brisbane regularly from now on.

Sorry to dump this on you all, I just needed to get it all out. Please keep my little guy in your thoughts

Oh mel you poor darlin :hugs:

I just came to let you know im not going to write anything about luke in here as it just gets me in trouble and me ending up being really upset.... so from now on it will just be about aysh and i

Lissa7

14-11-2008, 22:29

Sorry girls, no personals tonight, I'm mentally and emotionally drained and just want to curl up and :crying:

We went and saw the paed today regarding Thomas's kidney and it's not good news. They highly suspect a blockage in his urthera and not just a small one :( They are really worried as the problem is getting bigger and doing damage to his kidney.

I now have to arrange for him to have two nuclear medicine scans ASAP at the Mater Childrens Hospital and the Royal and I'm really scared!. Once those scans are done, he is going to see a paediatric surgeon to discuss the results and possibility kidney surgery :crying: I am soooo worried about my little man, I just hope we can stop any further damage to his kidney. He also had a urine sample taken today to check for UTI etc.

I just don't know what to think about it all. I would do ANYTHING for our son and I'm scared about these scans he has to have :( and totally petrified at the thought of surgery on him :eek: I'll know on tuesday regarding the UTI and when he is having these tests so I guess Thomas and I will be travelling to brisbane regularly from now on.

Sorry to dump this on you all, I just needed to get it all out. Please keep my little guy in your thoughts :(

Evening ladies

Just want you to know Mel that I am thinking of you and I'm sending lots of love and thoughts your way

Beth the pics are adorable how cute are your kids

All good here girls have been great the last few days so that makes life much easier when there is no fighting and screaming 3yr & 4yr olds :-) Quiet weekend for us DH is working all weekend, but we are out to dinner with friends tomorrow night so looking forward to that!!!

Okay better get my butt to bed or I will regret it a 7am in the morning when I have 3 little girls needing me!!!!!!!!!

Night night...........

grass is always greener

14-11-2008, 22:29

No haven't started him yet. Still feel a bit uneasy about the idea. He is nearly 4 months but I am thinking closer to 5 or 6 months. Just don't want to start him too early IYKWIM. Aargh decisions, decisions.
I know. Its so hard. I started William on solids at exactly 16 weeks old, however i can't imagine starting charlie just yet. He is so little.

congrats on bubs that are sleeping so well...

mine isn't...he has gone from doing 6-8hr stints to maybe 3-4 on occation...but is a happy baby for all that...

Last weeks pic ----> Trying out the grobag (http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r241/Kangaskippy/maxsmiling.jpg)

we are thinking of waiting a bit longer to start max on solids..he just doesn't seem too interested in what we are eating yet...may change in the next few weeks but who knows...I remember starting Jack on farex at 4mths exactly, but it never helped him sleep better...he was always a 1-2hr napper, night or day...thank goodness he grew out of that..
He looks so much like you.

Wow Beth - those photos are awesome!

How is everyone? Well and not too exhausted I hope. We've done nothing here today, I feel like such a sloth, I did clean bathrooms, toilets and vac, but Bridie needed a home day just to get all her sleep in...she doesn't sleep when we're out, anyone else's baby like that?

Off to Ballarat tomorrow...17 degrees there apparently bbbrrrr!

Have a good night everyone.
Yep, my bubba refuses to sleep when we are at either nannies house.

I got some of my studio shots back today so you can take a peak if you want.....
http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5824b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5670b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5743b.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5809.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_5929.jpg

http://i421.photobucket.com/albums/pp292/bethelles/_MG_6126.jpg

Gorgeous, absolutley gorgeous.

Sorry girls, no personals tonight, I'm mentally and emotionally drained and just want to curl up and

We went and saw the paed today regarding Thomas's kidney and it's not good news. They highly suspect a blockage in his urthera and not just a small one They are really worried as the problem is getting bigger and doing damage to his kidney.

I now have to arrange for him to have two nuclear medicine scans ASAP at the Mater Childrens Hospital and the Royal and I'm really scared!. Once those scans are done, he is going to see a paediatric surgeon to discuss the results and possibility kidney surgery I am soooo worried about my little man, I just hope we can stop any further damage to his kidney. He also had a urine sample taken today to check for UTI etc.

I just don't know what to think about it all. I would do ANYTHING for our son and I'm scared about these scans he has to have and totally petrified at the thought of surgery on him I'll know on tuesday regarding the UTI and when he is having these tests so I guess Thomas and I will be travelling to brisbane regularly from now on.

Sorry to dump this on you all, I just needed to get it all out. Please keep my little guy in your thoughts
Mel, poor lil man. I know my older brother had a terrible time when he was little with his kidneys. He had to have them flushed??? Not sure what that involved, other than surgery. i will ask her what it was all about.

Lahri

15-11-2008, 08:31

Morning,

Not having a good day today, it doesn't happen very often but now I am getting upset.

My dh didn't come home last night until almost midnight so I hadn't seen him for a couple of days and then this morning he is getting annoyed because I haven't managed to sort out Maddison's visa. I keep trying and it is so difficult to get anywhere and then I complete the form and do it wrong, so I have to start again.

He says we are going to have to leave the country with her so now we can't go away at Christmas just incase her visa isn't sorted and we have to leave the country then. This is the only time that we are going to get together away from his work and he is now saying that we won't be able to go.

He works long hours so I am pretty much on my own all day with Maddison and have been since she was born. I try to keep myself occupied and go out with a friend, to be honest I do spend a lot of time out :no: It is probably the one way I stay sane being on my own. Now I feel that he thinks I don't do anything right. I know it isn't the case but you all know how it is when you are down.

He said nothing is as important as getting this visa sorted (does he think I don't know that???), not eating, sleeping, feeding Maddison??? (WTH) I mean come on!!! I know it is serious but she is far more important than any visa. Even if it does mean that I have to take Maddison out of the country on my own. I can cope!!

Sorry, that is enough. I will shut up now. Thanks for listening, sorry no personals.

ElizaDoLittle

15-11-2008, 11:28

Oh Jenna Darlin :hugs:. If she was born here why does she need a visa? What a nightmare you poor thing. I'm sure your DH is just stressed and you hurt the ones you love you know. I remember when my sis-in-law had to go to New Zealand for a week while they sorted something with her visa, it can be so difficult can't it? I don't know why they make it so complicated.
it can be so hard home alone with first baby. I keep saying to my DH that I am enjoying bub2 so much more than 1. I remember being lonely and bored sometimes with DS.
Hope you can hve a good weekend in spite of the argument x x

Aysha'sMummy

15-11-2008, 14:23

Aww jenna big hugs.... it's hard on your own.... i never seem to find the time to get washing done or even have a shower some days.... just s busy looking after bubs and she wont let me leave her by herself so its even more frustrating...

I hope you guys can sit down and talk about it guys really dont understand that looking after a baby is a full time job and sometimes you just cant get everything done like they expect.

Mum got aysha weighed today she weighs a whopping 6.570kgs.... i thought she might have been about 6 but not 6.5.... i was shocked... but i guess she is probably smaller then most bubs on here.... cause she dont look big and the only fat on her is on her legs and is just starting to get some on her arms.

Yesterday i brought her a cute mrs clause outfit from big w and also a christmas winnie the pooh and friends outfit.... going to put her in them some time this week take a few photo's then send them out as christmas cards hehe she will look super cute

Ayway enough from me today.... luke will be here soon he wants to talk.... why did i mention him lol i said i wasnt doing that anymore :rolleyes::laughing:

juzzyduck

15-11-2008, 15:21

I am going to take this opportunigyt of 3 kids asleep and send you all a post. May have spoken too soon, but here goes.

Mel - The sooner the tests are done the sooner you will know where you stand and this will help you deal with the over whelming news. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. I hope you have settled in at Dalby and enjoying it.

Sasha - Please slow down, You sound like wonderwomen and I feel like I do nothing compared to what you achieve every day, you are making me look bad, hheheheeh. It is hard going out with three and trying to enjoy yourself, maybe one day you could come to my place and the kids could have a play.I am at Kallangur and my ages are 4yr, 2.8yrs and 4 months, what a loud bunch we would be.

Bep - Hope everyone is on the mend and the Deacon is better soon. I think Zoe has caught the boys cold, she is coughing at the moment and a bit cranky.

Beth, Beautiful photo's of you family, love the one of Miss Mill smiling.

As for me well life is hectic and changes from day to day. Zoe was sleeping thru and then started waking twice a night. Harry overnight has become scared to sleep in his room so over the last four weeks we have been trying different thing and nothing is working, even sleeping on the floor of our room on a cot mattress. Last night was the best sleep we have had in six weeks witht the kids, Harry went to sleep in our family room, we then watched t.v and went to bed and decieded to leave him there and see what happened. He woke twice but went back to sleep very easily, we are at the point we need to catchup on our sleep, so this is what is working at the moment. Thank god for Jack, he is very good when it comes to him going to bed, though we have been hard on him over the years. Different strokes, I guess.
Having three is having it's , even more so when the boys fight, don';t listen and are defiant.
Oh well that is my rant for a few days, weeks,months, when ever I get back to post, I do read everyday, but don't have time to post, sorry.
Hey where is sherrejoy, hope everything is alright, wasnt she going to Mackay and getting alump in her throat check,
Anyway trying to type with child on lap.
Love and hugs to you all.
Juzzyduck

Mahjong

15-11-2008, 18:25

Jenna :hugs: hun. I dont know what to say, so I'll give you a :hugs:

Kiralee: Good luck tonight hun!

Juzzy :wave: Im feeling for you and the sleeping at the moment, have you tried a "Monster" spray for Harry? Wyatt thought there were monsters in his rooms a few months back, so I bought a water spray bottle, added some water and a few drops of lavendar and every night before bed, we go hunting for monsters in his room and spray his room out for all the monsters to be eliminated :laughing: He enjoys that part LOL! Might be worth a go?

Im still here, last night was a better night, thank goodness. Deacon is slowly getting back to himself and the reaction rash is almost gone.

Went to the park with a friend and her two boys this morning, was great to catch up with her. Then we headed over to the inlaws for a swim in the pool, Deacon had his first swim in the pool :D

I thought I would also warn you gals about ticks and the kids. I found a tick on both the boys tonight, apparently the tick season is really bad this year. One little boy in Brisbane was on life support last week from one. Nasty little buggers!

Aysha'sMummy

15-11-2008, 18:32

we didnt even talk.

his [well his dads he is just using it] got broken into and all his chef knives and the necklace i brought him for his birthday a koolamans one got stolen... he said he was too grumpy to talk. the people who did it also wrote on the car in spray paint saying you got robbed... apparently 5 other cars have been done in the last week [text removed by moderator]

mummy_to_thomas

15-11-2008, 20:18

Thanks everyone for your well wishes and thoughts, I really appreciate it :hugs: Well after a good nights sleep, I think I've finally come to terms with everything and am ready to face whatever happens next. I think Thomas is now teething, on the drive back from brissy today, he screamed for 40 mins straight :hissy: and has been inconsolable since we got home. It's going to sound mean but I just gave him to DF when i walked in the door and went and had some quiet time for myself without him, by the end of the drive i was :hair: I've given him some bonjela and panadol now and he's finally settled.

Hi Juzzy, long time no chat :wave: we are all settled into dalby now, thanks for asking

Jenna sending you heaps of :hugs:

Hi to everyone else:wave:

ellie13

15-11-2008, 21:05

Good evening everybody...

Mel-:yelclap: for Bridie for eating her pumpkin....well done.

Jenna-:hugs:

Jezzyduck-I really hope that the sleeping gets sorted out for you soon and you get some well deserved sleep.

Bep-great news about deac, and thanks for the tip about the tick.

Mel-:hugs::hugs: hope you can get soem rest.

Everyone else- a huge hello!!!!

No news here......will try and catch up tomorrow, had a busy day, took DD1 to swimming pool, and for some reason just feeling stressed out....might just need some sleep.

Night,night everyone

Lahri

16-11-2008, 06:59

Thanks for the :hugs: everyone, I don't know why I posted that on here really, just got very upset over it. We didn't actually argue, it just felt like I was getting a lecture. I know what he is saying is right but just got upset.

He does try to help out whenever he can but he works such long hours and is away a fair bit that it makes it hard. Of course when you get so tired you eventually get upset.

I just read somewhere that it can be hard to be granted a visa if your child has something wrong with them. Maddison has a heart murmur, surely that won't count??? Now I am worried about that, what if they don't grant her a visa to stay here.

Beth, we are only temporary residents so Maddison is not automatically an Australian citizen. She has to be added to our temporary visa so she can remain in the country. Not sure what they would do if we hadn't actually ever left with her, I have registered her birth here and that should be enough. Strange huh! I guess it is because we took her out of the country, now they know she is here. :laughing:

It is so hard to get her added, I just wish it was easier. It is not as if she is getting any benefits of being here, we don't get the baby bonus and loose out of any English benefits that you get when having a baby. Ok they are next to nothing, but we should be entitled to one shouldn't we? Not that we want any benefits, but we should be entitled either way!!

Sorry, rant over. It just all seems so unfair and difficult. Going to sort Maddison out and get back into bed for an hour or something. Speak soon and will try to do personals later. Thanks once again for the :hugs:

grass is always greener

16-11-2008, 07:31

ellie13

16-11-2008, 09:39

Jenna- it is so frustrating immigration and everything.....hang ion there, once it is sorted it will be out of your way and done, it just seems so hard when it is for you to do doesn't it.....just take it one step at a time and get DH to help as much as possible- maybe blaim placenta brain for finding it so hart to deal with it all.

Anyaways, hope you all girls have a really fantastic sunday

~mia&ryan~

16-11-2008, 09:40

Morning lovely ladies!

Ellie - lovely story about gloria jeans. Moments like that just make you feel good hey. OMG to your DD1 nearly being hit by a car, how scary. :hugs:for you and her.

Beth - Yay to Miss Mill sleeping through. She needs to send some vibes to Ry, I need some sleep. Mia is getting a bit the same with wanting 1 on 1 time. So DH and I try to alternate when we are both home. She is going to love it when DH is on holidays. Did you get the groceries done? Nearly forgot, those photos are devine. Is Mill's headband from the website Mel posted.

Sasha - Glad you had a nice if not busy morning with the bubhub mummies. I hear you on taking two littlies to a play centre. I have a couple of times but typical that Mia gets stuck somewhere and I have Ry so can't do much! At least if I go with other mummies someone is always on hand to hold Ry. Glad to hear you have christmas half sorted. We only have 3 pressies left to buy. Fantastic, I love the feeling of being organised at christmas time.

Kangaskippy - cute pick, love the pirate grobag! I hear you on wanting sleep!

Bep - So fantastic that Deek doesn't have a UTI. No good that he had a reaction to the meds though, hope it all clears up quickly. You poor thing, I can't believe someone is getting even less sleep than I am. Scary about the ticks hey. How are you doing? Wy's op is this week isn't it?

Jane - oh poor Raff. Ry did that to my mum one day when she went in to pick him up. Oh boy he was so worked up, felt so bad for the poor little man.

Mel - Ry is the same, never sleeps when out unless he's in his sling, which I am not using much now as its thick fabric and just too hot for poor Ry, going to have to find something cooler. LOL at the orange vomit. Lovely isn't it!

Mel - oh poor Thomas, I hope that his results are positive. Will keep you guys in my thought.:hugs::hugs:

Lissa - glad to hear all is well there and your girls aren't fighting at the moment.

Jenna - sorry to hear you had a bad day yesterday.:hugs:I hope you get Maddison's visa sorted and that you and your DH get some more time together.

Kiralee - yay on Aysha's weight gain. You will have to post some of the pics you take on here when they are done. Sorry that you and Luke didn't get to talk, not good to hear about the robbery though.

Juzzy - good to hear from you. Hope the sleeping situations get sorted soon for you. Mia is pretty good with her sleeps, unless she is unwell. I can't imagine having to get up to both of a night. Poor thing.

Sorry if I missed anyone.

Gees that took me forever. Will be back later to update on us, going to go have a shower now.

Take care all,

Em :goodvibes:

Aysha'sMummy

16-11-2008, 13:17

no was in port....near where he lives. those other cars were all parked in the same area all done on the same night he told me today.... that bit was taken off cause i had a go at the cops lol.... oopes

They also took his wedding ring as well.... their probably going to try and sell what they stole i mean his chef knives are probably worth around 1500 all up... wedding ring they wont get much for cause it wasnt an expensive one but it was that he wanted and had a butterfly cut out of it because the butterfly means alot to both of us. and the necklace they will probably get a bit for it but their isnt no kiralee luke and aysha in port other then us.... sure their will be kiralee's and luke's but who would want to buy someones necklace.

i hope they get caught.

yeah em i will.... if not i'll put it on facebook

juzzyduck

16-11-2008, 13:28

Hey
Just wanted to thank you all and let you know that Harry has slept thru for the first time in 6weeks and other then a blooddy cat fight that we woke for as we then have to stop the dogs from barking and Zoe waking at 3pm for a feed, it is the best night sleep we have had in sooooo long. Now I just need to work out how the hell to stop my boys from fighting and then I might actually enjoy being a mum. They are becoming very phyical with each other and will not listen to anything I say. Anyone got any advice?
Hope you are having a good Sunday.
Kiralee, sorry you did not get to talk but Luke was probably in shock, I hope you can sort it all out soon, for Ashya's sake.

Mel - Nothing like a nights sleep to make things look clearer and to get rid of some of the stress, good to hear you have settled in o.k.

Lissa7

16-11-2008, 16:00

oh Juzzy I hear your pain with your boys fighting :rolleyes: My girls are 3 & 4 and are 13mths apart and lately are constantly at eachother and sometimes it can get quite "savage" some days I could put them both out the front with a for sale sign on them :D other days like today they are best friends work that out :hair: Helps to know it's normal :laughing:

juzzyduck

16-11-2008, 19:23

Oh god Lisa7 it is so bad some days. I told Jack today I would sell him on Ebay, thank god he does not know about ebay. I am not happy anymore and do not enjoy being a mum as I am forever say "don't do this" "don't do that" and to stuff I have told them 1000times before not to do. I a worried I have PND, can you get it and it have nothing to do with the baby? It is the boys that are going to send me to the nut house. I love them dearly but they make it really hard at the moment. I would like one day with no fighting, punching,and whinging. I would like them to wake up happy and ready for fun. It might help me? Do you think I should talk to my g.p, I really do not want to go on pills but I have never been the same since having kids and have some really dark days, where I miss my mum (R.I.P) and my Nana (R.I.P like a 2nd mother) and just feel alone even with dh and the kids and my dh is an angel. Yesterday and today he took the boys out for 4hr each days so I could have some time without them here. I would be a mess with out him, but he does not believe in pills and thinks it is just becasue the boys are going thru a phase.
Sorry to have a huge rant when I hardly ever post but needed to talk to someone and you girls coped it.
Any advice with any of this is welcome.

Melmc

17-11-2008, 08:43

:hugs::hugs::hugs: for Jenna, Juzzy, Mel, Kiralee, and anyone else I have missed, hope things improve for you guys very soon xxx

Well, I'm on the count down to back to work...10 days! I've decided to start weaning Bridie onto some formula, just one bottle a day...she's taken a bottle fairly well since birth (due to having to have formula top ups) and so yesterday I expressed a bottle and went out for DH to give it to her...do you think she'd have a bar of it... NUP! She screamed blue murder! When I got home she finally took the bottle after I conned her with a 10 second breastfeed then onto the bottle. Really have to make a concerted effort now...anyone got any tips?

We had a good trip to Ballarat, Bridie met her 2 great grannies (properly, last time she was in hospital) and also 2 great aunts, a great uncle, two of dh's cousins and all of their kids...wow..big day! She was very good though!

DH is working everyday this week (I know this is the norm for most of you...not me though!), but I've managed to fill in the week...walking with a friend from mum's group this arvo, a manicure and mum's group tomorrow, meeting up with friends on weds and thurs...hopefully a quiet friday! Also tomorrow night, I'm going to an information session on laser eye surgery to give a speech on my experience as I had it done last July (2007), best thing I've ever done (besides having Bridie!).

I think Bridie may have ditched her dummy, I'm trying to wean her off being wrapped, so atm I'm leaving her arms out, she pulls out her dummy and in goes the thumb! She's also loving her pumpkin, ate HEAPS last night...we're going to try some potato tonight. Wish us luck.

I really hope everyone is going ok today, better go and have a shower!

Alisonp

17-11-2008, 09:51

Mel - Wow not long to go now! Sorry I don't have any tips on getting Bride to take the formula. Maybe once she is hungry enough she will just have to?

Jenna - I hear you about your drama's re immigration. Having dealt with immigration depts in both the UK and the USA (when we were living o/s) I understand your frustration.:hair:

Kirralee - Some low lifes will steal anything huh? :(

Juzzy - Sorry to hear also about your boys fighting all the time. Maybe you could try using some sort of reward system for good behaviour. We used a calender and stamp system recently to get DD to stop calling out at night before going to sleep. It worked as we said that if she was good then santa would bring her a trampoline for christmas.

Solids - I'm very encouraged to hear about the successes a few of you have had with introducing solids. I'm still going to wait a couple of weeks but I'm hoping it will help to improve Henry's night sleeping. He has never slept through the night (other than a couple of 5 hour stints) so I am starting to really yearn for a full night's sleep.

Hen has just started having more awake time and will now last about 1.5-2 hours before going to sleep which is a big change for him :) He has been harder to get to take his naps though because he keeps getting his arms free and then doing silly things with his dummy and wrap :hair: He has recently become a lot more competant with his hands manipulating toys etc and I think it is what is contributing to him not falling asleep as easily.

I think he has had a bit of a upset tummy after his vax last week too as he has been pooing a lot :( poor little guy. To top it all off his eczema has flared up heaps in the hot weather lately.

We haven't had the best of weeks here :no:

Giggley

17-11-2008, 10:01

Hey everyone,
I have to be quick, Ariel has just woken and will want to be picked up soon, so sorry no personals.
Ariel had rolled twice back in september, but I think they were fluke. But she rolled once on sat and then 10 times last night, by about 9 this morning she had rolled another 10 times! So she is really starting to move now, which is exciting but scary too.
I hope everyone had a great weekend! I will catch up later and do personals then. :yes:

Lissa7

17-11-2008, 12:56

Afternoon ladies,

Hope you are all well beautiful day here little cool but blue sky which is lovely!!!

Juzzy I think you should definately talk to your doctor it certainly won't hurt please don't suffer it alone feel free to PM me anytime for a chat, I know it can get so hard somedays as much as we love these kids it's bloody hard work being home 24/7 my DH works 12-14hour days and then on some weekends and it really does my head in sometimes I would just love for one day to be home alone in the quiet to get all my jobs done without interruptions !!!

I must admit I have a wonderful mum who helps me out everyday in some way, I'm so sorry to hear about your mum & nanna this must be very hard to deal with also for you.

Do you have a good mum's group or some girlfriends with kids you can go out for coffee, park, playcentre etc..... this is how I get my sanity I am usually out either morning or afternoon just o break the day up for me a little.

Take care & I'm here if you need someone who understands :hugs:

Melmc

17-11-2008, 13:58

Just me again...I bought some of the pigeon peristaltic teats and Bridie drank her whole bottle...hope she keeps it up!

Juzzy...I've been through it too, let me know if I can help in anyway :hugs:

~mia&ryan~

17-11-2008, 14:58

Afternoon ladies!

Gosh its quiet in here. Finally back to update on us, everytime I log on something happens and I don't have time. Will attempt again now.

We are all slowly getting better. DH is better, just a lingering cough. I am still pretty off, nasty cough, stuffy nose. I can at least talk again now! Mia ears are still infected but is otherwise fine. Back to kindy tomorrow. Ry is happy as ever, still coughing but at least not stuffy anymore. We also got to the doctors in one piece today which was a bonus!:laughing:

Ry actually only got up once last night (2.40) so I managed to get nearly 6 1/2 hours straight sleep. Lovely! He like to get up at 5 am now though. I remember Mia going through a phase of 5am waking too at this age. Don't mind if I only have to get up once during the night though.

Had an okay weekend, missed my friends baby shower on saturday due to being sick. But had a kiddies party yesterday for my nephew. My sister said she wanted us to go sick or not. Didn't feel up to it but we went anyway. By the time we got home I was buggered.

Anyway we had a day at home (apart from the doctors) today. Tomorrow Ry and I are heading to the shops are taking Mia to kindy, have a few things to buy and want to get Ry weighed.

Just contemplating what to have for dinner. Am in serious need of inspiration. Its such miserable weather here, so something warm. Hmm may go with some pasta. Roasted pumpkin and bacon pasta sounds good.

May even make some garlic bread. Am going to make some cookies for Mia too. Some yummy oat ones. Just have to hunt out my recipe first.

Well am off to glance around the threads and see if anything catches my eye.

Take care all,

Em:goodvibes:

ElizaDoLittle

17-11-2008, 15:18

Just quick from us, Emelia :hair: today. No idea why. I want to ditch the dummy but man does she wail. Just wanted to ask Em if I can have her pumpkin and bacon pasta recipe?? Sounds Yummo!

Lissa7

17-11-2008, 15:56

Just me again...I bought some of the pigeon peristaltic teats and Bridie drank her whole bottle...hope she keeps it up!

Juzzy...I've been through it too, let me know if I can help in anyway :hugs:

Great news Mel that will give you some peace of mind now I bet :thumbsup: How are you feeling about returning to work, will Bridie be with DH while you work? Glad to hear it's all working out for you :flowerz:

ElizaDoLittle

17-11-2008, 19:46

Hi Bep! Just wanted to pop in and wish you and Wyatt all the best for his op tomorrow, praying for a speedy recovery :goodvibes:

Melmc

17-11-2008, 20:12

:crying::crying::crying: This is how I feel about going back to work! Just glad Bridie took the bottle today, I also think we may have been giving it to her too cold, I bought a bottle warmer and following it's instructions the bottle was MUCH warmer than I had been making it. DH and her Nan and Granny will be looking after her this year. Next year she'll be going to family day care for 2 days a week, around dh's work.

Hoping everyone gets lots of sleep!

Lissa7

17-11-2008, 20:31

Evening ladies well I went to the MCHN today for Lily's 4mth check up and it all went really well she weighs 6kgs and is 63cms. So she was above average for length, average for weight & head size so all in all very happy. Health nurse very happy and said hold off solids until at least 5 mths to allow her gut to properly develop which is what I thought.

Mel- awww I feel for you sweety but you know Bridie is going to be spoiled rotten by her grandparents and daddy while mummy is away :yes: I have a few friends that use the family daycare system and say it's fantastic. Glad she took the bottle so well for you.

Well I'm off to bed now so will chat to you all in the morning

Night, night
x
:flowerz:

Mahjong

18-11-2008, 05:35

Just me again...I bought some of the pigeon peristaltic teats and Bridie drank her whole bottle...hope she keeps it up!

Juzzy...I've been through it too, let me know if I can help in anyway

That's fantastic that she drank the bottle for you :D Makes it a lot easier for you to get back into the routine of work :hugs:

Just quick from us, Emelia today. No idea why. I want to ditch the dummy but man does she wail. Just wanted to ask Em if I can have her pumpkin and bacon pasta recipe?? Sounds Yummo!

Hope your day is better today Beth!

Hi Bep! Just wanted to pop in and wish you and Wyatt all the best for his op tomorrow, praying for a speedy recovery

Thanks so much hun :hugs: We're heading off in about an hour's time. I dont think I slept last night from worry.

Em - How are you hun?

Lissa - Awesome work with Lily's growth :D She'll soon tell ya when she's ready for solids :D

OK, sorry for the lack of personals, just dropping in to say hi and I'll speak to you in a day or two. Wyatt's operation is today, so so so nervous!

Deacon is going great guns again, back to sleeping OK and feeding OK again :D

Paihea

18-11-2008, 10:29

Hi gals

Well gee I have a bit to catch up on after the weekend but oh well. I only have two pages left I think but have to get off of here for a bit so I thought I would reply to what I have read so far so I dont forget

Kirralee that is no good at all about the robbery, I believe in karma if they dont get caught but hopefully they will...gee hope that that didnt sound too harsh. Also hope that you and Luke get to chat again soon. Hugs

Jenna great big hugs to you honey! I understand that it wasnt an arguement between you and dh and probably just a whole bunch of frustration over the whole thing and lack of sleep and just pressure from all sources aswell as that of being parents and also dh with the sound of his demanding job. I am glad that you feel you could jump on here though and vent, we all need to do it and is nice that we are able to be here for you. I am sure that it will all get sorted with the visa though, sucks that you have to jump through so many hoops, but i am the same in not understanding why you have to do it all when she was born here...silly silly, but then again I have been living here since I was three, came here with my parents from NZ, but dad was an aussie, and I still have to provide birth certs etc whenever I deal with government agencies and I am now almost 27!!! not to mention have 3 children who are all born here and married to an australian!!! silly silly like i said

Juzzy thanks for the offer, would love to catch up...wow didnt know that anyone on here was so close to me....you let me know when is good for you and perhaps we can eventually make it a regular thing and alternate...well firsts things first I spose better make sure that the kiddies get on...hehehehe I am feeling you with the fighting, mine arent that bad but I dont know if that is just because Landon is too little properly fight with Tahli yet.... I do get sick of hearing tahli telling him off and saying no etc, and she has punched him twice now which is not good, although difficult when she is doing everything right telling him no that she doesnt like such and such or to please leave her alone and he doesnt, then I spose she doesnt think to come to us, she just deals with it herself....ahhhh what to do what to do....have a chat to your gp though if you are worried about it, dont go on feeling this way. Great that dh is a great help, I am blessed too with James being so good, and especially at the end of the day when you have all had enough he is like a breath of fresh air.

Mel good luck with the bottle fingers crossed for you. Wow, how many days til you go back to work now? Next monday is it? I hope that your meeting you went to went well too.

Em how are the kiddies doing now?

Jane thanks for the info on the drumming, will have to look into it, I reckon it would be awesome! No good about cricket though, poor little mite. Hope you are well.

Bep hope you are ok and the kiddies too thinking of you.

Mel my heart goes out to you with Thomas, lets hope that results come back a bit more positive for you....huge hugs darl

Beth I just love love love love your piccies, epecially the one of you with miss mill smiling, the first one I think it was....you are so gorgeous very photogenic!

Thanks all for thinking of me, I know I do way too much but it is part of who I am, need to tone it down a bit but dont ever want to lose that part of me. Just feeling the pressure with everything at the moment trying to juggle everything get everything done and still have money left in the bank account at the end of every week....but it is all good. Anyways I will post more on what we have been up to later and will read the two pages to get up to date...just dont be too chatty on here today then to allow me to do so...hehehe
Hugs all and sorry to anyone i have missed

Paihea

18-11-2008, 10:44

Ok well Chrace needed another feed so I have read the last of what I hadnt here goes

Mel that is fantastic about getting Bridie to have her whole bottle....I feel for you having to go back to work, I went out on saturday and left all 3 of the kiddies with mil (was the first time to leave Chrace with anyone besides dh) and it was so strange I kept calling every 40 minutes to make sure that everything was ok...big hugs to you, just lovely that the grandparents and dh are able to care for her and she will be spoilt and have lots of loves while mummy isnt there, she will be in safe hands

Em glad to hear that you are all on the mend, no fun missing out on your girlfriends baby shower though. And glad that you got to the doctors without knocking yourself out...good luck with the shopping today!

Bep thinking of Wyatt today...big hugs, he will do so well and yay on Deeky being so good for you

Lisa yay about Lilys growth clever little girl!!! Hope that your girls settle down with the fighting for you...I know what you mean about sometimes wanting to put a sale sign on them....sigh

Beth hope that you have a better day today...thinking of you.

Alrightie all caught up now...now i have to go and make a dent in the folding pile, wish I could work on the washing but would be a waste of time so wet and dreary here today, I am loving it except for the fact that I have a huge amount of washing to do and the boys are in cloth nappies so hoping that it will be dry tomorrow so I can wash. Funny how you only need to have one day that you cant wash and it can put a spanner in the works.
Alright have a great day all

Aysha'sMummy

18-11-2008, 11:16

:crying: that's how i feel today... i just want to constantly cry... After luke saying that he is changing and that he doesnt think he could ever hurt me like that again.... he wanted to stay over last night so i was like ok... i missed him n he missed me so we just cuddled n feel asleep... about 4 this morning i woke up looked at his phone and of course he is still talking to girls :crying::crying::crying:

i dont get why he can say all that to me when he isnt even changing or trying. if that was me i wouldnt be talking to anyone to prove that i really wanted him.... but no not him. i dont know why i keep trying.... i have told him i dont want to talk to him for a while... he needs to know what its like to really be alone and have no contact with me so he cant just come to me when he feels like it.

he said he does it cause he dont like his life and its his escape.... i guess he likes being a different person.... if he likes it so much why cant he change to be a better person.... that would make feel even better... and still have his family. he said it's hard for him to just stop.... if we were worth it it would be easy if we meant that much to him he could if he really put his mind to it.... if he put in half the effort he does with his sluts into his life and family it could work.... but i guess he just cant see it... he is lying to himself and when he realises what he is doing aysha and i wont be their to want him back! :hissy::crying:

MountainGirl

18-11-2008, 11:27

omg,.... I am watching Raff doing a slow commando crawl across the carpet:eek:

noooooo,.... not possible,... already?

So not ready for him to be moving!

~mia&ryan~

18-11-2008, 11:41

OMG Raff!!! Stop growing up!!!:eek:

ellie13

18-11-2008, 12:25

hi there everyone- u should see me, wedged on the edge of the armchair so bianca wouldn't fall out, cause she fell asleep while bf so i am cuddling her with one arm, lap top on my legs, lying down in all twisted way watching ch 10.....lol.....so sorry for not making much sence.

I have a friend at school who was pregnant with twins, and I heard that she has given birth on friday only 23 weeks along!!! Please could youmpray for them, I know they are alive, as her DD1 was at school today ad said she went to see them yesterday, but didn't know much.

omg-bianca is so cute all snuggled up next to me.....i am in heaven.....

well To everyone -huge hello- hope we are all having a great day......eventhough Operah is boooooooring today......lol.....shame I can't reach the remote from my position, but I don't want to disturb bianca......

Ok will go, u all have a great avo

petalbum

18-11-2008, 15:49

Afternoon Ladies,

I know I don't post all that often but I do log on everyday and have a read, and you all are always in my thoughts - especially all those that are going thru the rough times:crying:.
I need some advice - here goes - Went to the Dr's this morning cos Josh has a rash on his back, shoulders and legs and down one side of his face, and it looked quite angry - anyway it turned out to be atopical eczema and very treatable - but have been advised to stop using Johnson & Johnson bedtime bath as it is very drying on Babies skin - anyway I had my check up and Doc asked me a few questions, I ended up in tears and he prescribed anti- depressents, I have known for sometime that something wasn't right and feel heaps better now that I have spoken to someone about it - My question is How do you tell your DH that you have PND - I know it's nothing to be ashamed of and how common it is - but I somehow don't think he will understand. any suggestions:hair::crying:

Hi to everyone and big hugs to all the babies :hugs:

Melmc

18-11-2008, 17:01

Oh Lainie, I'm sure he'll understand...if you really think he won't, perhaps ask a friend you both respect to be there when you tell him. I've been diagnosed with PND too and am on anti-depressants, it's actually a chemical imbalance in your brain, not a condition you could have avoided... good luck xxx

Mahjong

18-11-2008, 17:42

Lainie :hugs:

Firstly, as a Mum who suffered PND the first time around and know what you are going through, please, please, please, do not feel ashamed or guilty or anything of the sort. PND is a chemical imbalance in the brain, it cannot be helped. Your body is lacking a certain chemical called seritonin (sp) which the is "Happy" hormone.

Please tell your husband ASAP, you never know, he might just surprise you when you tell him. Have a look at Beyond Blue's website, they have a fantastic section for partners and family who have a family member suffering from depression, it'll help him come to understand and help you.

Just popping in briefly, Wyatt is dozing whilst watching tv. His operation went smoothly. He went terrific with it all. And you will never guess who I ran into! Kara (KarasBoys) from the July 08 Birth Group. Her little man Astin was born in July :D Her son Flynn was getting the same thing done as Wyatt and was the operation after his, small world!!

Wyatt is very cranky and agro tonight, the affects of the GA. Poor kid. He is bunking in with his Mummy tonight. Brave little guy. It broke my heart watching him go under the GA and having to walk away from him :crying: He was asleep and didn't know I was gone as I was there before he opened his eyes again, but it was still hard!

juzzyduck

18-11-2008, 19:50

Bep that is a relief that it is over and you have both come out the other end unscathed. I hope Wyatt has a nice big restful sleep for you tonight. Lots of these :hugs:

Kiralee sending you heaps of these :hugs:. I hope he sorts himself out quick smart, you deserve someone to love you and only you and someone you can trust. Remember the best thing in your life is Aysha and that you are doing the right thing by looking after her and her welfare, be strong and know you can get thru this.

Melmc, the count down is on. Are you a teacher, do you go back to work until the end of school and then break for xmas like everyone else?

Petalbum - I know how you feel. I spoke with my g.p today and we think my thyroid levels are incorrect, I have a condition that I am medicated for and even though the test came back o.k she is adjusting them. I know my levels are wrong as I am starting to go bald. She suggest I think about an anti depressant as I told her my feelings and emotions. My husband saw the information I bought home to read and he said absolutly not to taking the tablets. I am now trying other methods to help me stay calm and in control and hopefully with my medication adjusted it will help. Depression is a symptom of thyroid. If you feel you need them and have tryed other methods, then do what is best for you with all the information in hand. Good luck talking to dh.

As for me I have tryed other methods of keeping the boys from fighting and if the fighting did happen instead of yelling or smacking I took them to their room or tryed to distract them with something else. Fingerscrossed I can keep this up and try and work out how to keep the peace.
I have some exciting news. I started Tony Ferguson weight loss programe a week ago and have been really good and today I weight in and have lost 2.1kg. I am so proud and really excited to try and get to my goal weight of 58kg which is a whooping 30.3kg to lose, I can do it.
Must stop talking now, boys at daycare tomorrow and so hopefully can clean and organise some of thehouse. Weather is horrible here (Brisbane), non stop rain.
Have a good night.

Oh and SJR, that is amazing that Cricket is comando crawling, no stopping him now.

Paihea

19-11-2008, 07:13

Morning all

I agree with the girls Lainie, try your hubby, he might just surprise you. I have not suffered PND but I can understand how **** I feel on my low days and can only imagine that it must be lower than that so I feel for anyone suffering from it. Big hugs to you and we are all here for you whenever you need to chat. I hope that Josh is feeling better too and that the eczema wont flare up again, horrible stuff.

Jane that is funny about cricket commando crawling...isnt it amazing how quickly they are all growing up....I agree no no no slow down little fellas

Bep, that is a coincidence isnt it!!! I have often thought about Kara and how she is going with the 3 boys...how is she doing? That is great that Wyatt did so well. I cant imagine how difficult it must be to see your little one get ready for an op and go under, but I think back to how many ops I have had and I feel for my mum looking back because now I know a bit of how hard it would be. Although mum is a nurse so perhaps she would have been a little more at rest at the same time. Anyways hope that the little guy got a good sleep for you. Thinking of him

Juzzy hope that you have a good day today whilst the boys are at day care, we need to have that time to ourselves for sanity if nothing else, but then there is cleaning washing etc. Although no washing getting done here at the moment either with the weather the way it is, I love this weather but I have washing up to my eye balls, taking to drying by the heater inside at the moment...grrrr
Hope all gets sorted with your thyroid and possible pnd aswell, I can understand why your hubby would be against the medication for it, each to their own, I know my hubby wouldnt want me on the meds if I needed it as we would look at more natural alternatives, it is difficult though. Here if you need

Kirralee big hugs to you, shame that he keeps telling you what you want or need to hear and is still doing the opposite. Just stay true to yourself I reckon but I agree with you that if he doesnt sort himself out soon you and aysha wont be there to want him back....hopefully he wont have to learn that the hard way.

Ellie that is funny about you and bianca snuggled up on the couch, how spesh. Hope you had a lovely afternoon with her.

Well popping in to hang out with a friend this morning, then hopefully the kiddies will all have a sleep when we get home and I can go and brave the rain to do some more hebel carving, got 3 panels done yesterday so only 32 left to go!!! hehehe
Alrightie well might go and try and do another load of washing on to hang inside...damn this weather, but could be worse we could be in bad shape like some of the people in brizzy....counting our lucky stars that we are not.
ok have a great day all and will be back on later.
Big hugs to you all

Lissa7

19-11-2008, 07:43

Morning

Well all good here this morning (so far!!!) taking girls to mums this morning for a few hours as Lily has her 4mth needles this morning poor little dolly she broke her heart crying last time so not looking forward to it again, although nothing that a nice feed and cuddle won't fix.

:hugs: to you girls that are going through rough times at the moment hope the sun shines again for you all soon and know we are all here to listen is hubland :yes:

OMG Jane can't believe Raf is trying to move already :eek: Lily is too lazy she just rolls over and lays on her tummy gazing out the window :laughing:

Well girls have the new Tinkerbell DVD (gotta love that) so while they are glued to that and Lily is back in bed sleeping I'm off to have a shower

Take care ladies and have a good day
:flowerz:

ElizaDoLittle

19-11-2008, 08:07

Well after our rough weekend we are back on a roll here. Found out why Eme was upset on Friday, she has developed a cold poor darlin, runny nose and cough, she is supposed to have her needles this arvo but I will just see how she is I think.

Had a great couple of days with Ashton, let him stay up and have a movie night with just mummy and a bowl of popcorn and he thought that was just wonderful, and quite a few games of hide and seek, he's still getting the hang of it, he hides exactly where I have just hidden the turn before, it cracks me up :D. We had a fire Truck come and visit playgroup yesterday and he was in heaven, got to sit in the driver's seat and spray the hose, he hasn't stopped talking about it. He insists he will be a fire truck (not fireMAN) when he grows up :rolleyes::laughing:.

I am still getting up like 10 times a night to put Emelia's dummy back in, hoping its not too long before she works out how to put it back in as well as pull it out! but she is generally feeding at around 6pm, 2am and 6am so I guess I can't complain really (although I will give it a good go!) Hubby is working super long hours and coming home REALLY grumpy, not that I can blame him, its hard physical work that he does working with people who have insane expectations of him.

Ok I will do my best with personals but I apologise in advance for anyone I miss!

Sasha - 32 hebel blocks to go??? Oh mygoodness what a work of art you must be creating! make sure you post some photos when you are done if you can. I have requested to be your friend on facebook, you gotta say yes so I can check out your piccies lol

Bep - So glad Wyatt is home and recovering, I have made hubby take ASh in for his 2 ops, I hate the thought of watching him go to sleep, you are very brave! Hope he heals quickly, lots of mummy hugs will help I am sure.

Raff SLow down!!

Mel - :hugs: hun it must be hard to imagine leaving Bridie, we have to do what we have to do though hey? At least you have confident care available, that's great.

Lainie - talk to your DH be open and honest, I was very pleasantly surprised by my DH's response, he was even more supportive of the meds than I was and I will be eternally greatful, it made the world of difference for me. Let us know how you go starting them, I found it a bot rough but definately worth persisting.

Juzzyduck - hope you and your GP and your DH can find a solution that works for all of you!

Lissa - I so want to buy that tinkerbell movie! DOn;t really have a good excuse though, I think Emelia is a bit young lol although I am sure Ash would enjoy it.

Elllie - how cute I love those special times

Kiralee - Oh hun! It broke my heart to see you write that if you were worth it Luke would change. That's not it! You are worth it, unfortunately he is making some silly choices, I hope he continues to get some help and you can all start to heal, however that looks for your family :hugs:

Ok, that's all I can remember lol! Hope you all have a great day

xx
Beth

Paihea

19-11-2008, 08:26

Hope that Lily goes well today with her needles. Yeah I would love the tinkerbell movie too but movies seem so expensive these days....geez almost as much if not more sometimes for movies that James and I buy for ourselves....is it good?

No not 32 full hebel blocks left, they are 20cmsx20cmsx5cms thick, but still there is another 32 of them!!!Yeah hopefully it will be pretty cool once it is finished, lets just hope that my mil appreciates all the work I am putting into it hey! I will get on facebook now I know you are waiting for me....always forget to get on there, either that or I simply dont have the time. Hope that miss mill gets better soon, horrible when they are not well. sounds great your time with ashton...just love your kiddies names by the way...you do need to have individual time, we always try to have time just with Tahli and just with Landy together James and I and apart.

Alright Chrace is deciding to scream the house down, better go

mummy_to_thomas

19-11-2008, 08:58

Beth, glad to hear that Wyatt's op went well and he is fine

Kiralee, please stay strong for both yourself and Aysha, you two are the most important people. By the sounds of it, Luke is just telling you what you want to hear and isn't really ready to change. Please take care hun and know that we are all here for you :hugs:

Juzzy, best of luck with Tony Ferguson, I did it before falling preg with Thomas and had great success.

Um can't remember anything else :laughing: Big hello's to everyone else

Well we got the pathology results back for Thomas yesterday and he doesn't have a UTI :smiliedance:such a relief!!! I now have the dates for his nuclear scans and tests. We are heading to brissy again next week for them on friday.

He has a renal ultrasound at the mater childrens hospital and then we go tot he royal childrens hospital where they need to put a cannula into his arm and then inject a low level dye to perform the nuclear scan.:( We then head to brisbane again the following week to see the surgeon and find out from there if he will need the kidney surgery straight away:(

Mahjong

19-11-2008, 10:37

Excellent news on the UTI results Mel. Im very glad. Deacon's test results came back last friday and he doesn't have one either, turned out to be another virus thanks to his Daddy's workmate spreading it to DH at the Xmas party :rolleyes:

Raf: STOP GROWING UP :eek: Commado crawling already!

Just popping in briefly to see how you are all going :D Everytime I pop in here when Deacon is asleep, he wakes up :laughing: Wyatt is going OK, once the painkillers start to wear off, he starts getting miserable again, I just try and top him up before it starts wearing off. He's playing trucks with Daddy at present. He had an OK night last night. Kept waking every 1.5 hours though from the pain, poor kid. Friday is meant to be the worse day they said?? I wonder why though?

Oh, BTW, my username is now Wy & Deeky :D

Lissa7

19-11-2008, 12:59

Hi girls,

Home from Lily's injections thank goodness that it's over I hate it feels so mean but "cruel to be kind" I guess!!! She broke her heart poor little dolly :crying: She is now sound asleep which is what she did after the last lot so spending some time with the other 2 crazy chicks while I can which is good they are cutting and pasting at the moment then we are off to playgroup around 3pm so thought I would jump on here quickly and check in.

Good to see some of you girls are starting to get some good news after the tough times you have been having :hugs:

Melis'
:flowerz:

Aysha'sMummy

19-11-2008, 16:58

Kiralee sending you heaps of these :hugs:. I hope he sorts himself out quick smart, you deserve someone to love you and only you and someone you can trust. Remember the best thing in your life is Aysha and that you are doing the right thing by looking after her and her welfare, be strong and know you can get thru this.

Kirralee big hugs to you, shame that he keeps telling you what you want or need to hear and is still doing the opposite. Just stay true to yourself I reckon but I agree with you that if he doesnt sort himself out soon you and aysha wont be there to want him back....hopefully he wont have to learn that the hard way.

Kiralee - Oh hun! It broke my heart to see you write that if you were worth it Luke would change. That's not it! You are worth it, unfortunately he is making some silly choices, I hope he continues to get some help and you can all start to heal, however that looks for your family

Kiralee, please stay strong for both yourself and Aysha, you two are the most important people. By the sounds of it, Luke is just telling you what you want to hear and isn't really ready to change. Please take care hun and know that we are all here for you

I know i can do it on my own i have for the past month but i would much rather he sort out his issues and be a responsible man instead of being a 15 year old boy. I know he can change he wasn't always like this. I have pretty much given him an ultimatum.... dont talk to the randoms or have dating sites etc and change and have your family.... or dont change and dont have your family... pretty simple. Anyway enough about him.

Today ayshie did a super super cute thing.... we have been saying mwah when we kiss her etc and today she made a kissing face was super cute then goes mwah.... i was like :eek: and of course she wouldnt do it again so i could catch it on camera

petalbum

19-11-2008, 21:31

Ladies you are all absolute treasures and worth your weight in gold:yes:.. I knew that I'd have to tell DH about PND - but I think I just needed a gentle nudge and to be reassured that it's OK and I'm OK, I started on my Lexapro today - the Dr gave me 2 sample boxes and I have to go back and see him in a fortnight - anyway we went out for lunch today as it was our second wedding anniversary and I just blurted it out - he sat there and laughed at me - said something along the lines of, does that mean the snarling at me will stop, and said he knew something was different - but didn't want to upset me even more and that he is looking forward to getting the old girl back:confused: I could of punched right off his chair in the restaurant:laughing:

I feel as though 10 tonne of pressure, relief and anxiety has been lifted and feel 100% better - the doc told me there may be a few side effects with the meds - did anyone else have side effects if so what are/where they?

Juzzyduck - i used Tony Ferguson for 6 mths before my wedding a few years ago and lost 26kg in about 22 weeks and that was also with lots of cheating on the weekends, especially Friday nights at the pub:laughing:

:wave: to everyone else and:hugs:'s to those of you that need them.

Melmc

20-11-2008, 03:40

So glad for you Lainie! I didn't get any side effects from my meds although the dr said there could be some, it took about 2 weeks to take full effect, but I'm so much better and happier! Good luck!

I'm up, it's 4:30am and I'm having to express after just waking in a puddle! Ouch! Bridie is asleep though! Hope everyone has a good night!

Mahjong

20-11-2008, 06:39

Lainie, Im very happy that your DH is there for you. Sometimes men can go into denial about it and think we just need a good night's sleep, whilst other people simply believe PND is all in yor head and doesnt exsist :mad:

Kiralee: :hugs: hunny, hope you're OK.

Sorry for the lack of personals ladies, yesterday after I posted Wyatt was doing OK, only to go REALLY downhill from there, he started refusing liquids and food and we were very close to going back to the hospital as he was dehydrating (it was a muggy day here yesterday)
He was lethargic and very sleepy, which rang alarm bells for us and painstop wasn't working at all.

The surgeon called us back and we've got some different painkillers to try and he perked up about 730pm last night looking for something to eat and drink :yelclap:

Last night he didn't need any pain killers, but thanks to all the storms on the Gold Coast last night, we didn't sleep too well :mad: He's in a lot of pain this morning again though. Friday we were told is meant to be the worst day for him.

Anyways, I gotta fly, DH is back at work today so I better get organised before he heads off to work :wave:

Lissa7

20-11-2008, 06:51

:wave:Morning

Lainie - fantastic news that you had a good talk to DH one of my best friends suffered from PND and support and love was very important in helping her feel better, so happy for you sweety.

Mel - you are funny I should of jumped on I woke up around that time full too as Lily slept through until 6am but I managed to fall asleep again

Hope all you lovely ladies have a good day, quiet one for us today no plans so hopefully girls will be nice to eachother today :D

Take care girls talk later

:flowerz:

ElizaDoLittle

20-11-2008, 07:46

Lainie that's awesome! Sometimes we underestimate our men hey? When I asked mine 'what if the doctor wants me to take meds?' He said "I don't think that would be an entirely bad idea" what he REALLY wanted to say was "thank goodness you've been really mean" :laughing:

I did get some side effects, I started on Zoloft and was really dizzy and headachy for the first day and then after 10 days I started yawning uncontrollably. Funny now but freaked me out at the time! Doc changed me to Effexor and it has been great. I think I felt a little more energetic on the zoloft but I feel great on the effexor.

One of the things I was really worried about was breast feeding. I don't know if you are or not but I can reaasure you that I saw absolutely no ill effects in bub, I have a website with some great research I can refer you too if you like.

Good on you for choosing to do something about it! :hugs:

Lily can you talk to Eme, we are back to two feeds a night :rolleyes:

Bep - I hope Wyatt continues to improve :)

Mel lol, I hate that wet feeling!

Gotta go two whingers at me lol

Paihea

20-11-2008, 07:52

Morning all

That is great news Lainie, so glad that you shared with your hubby, they can just stun and surprise you sometimes hey! I know what you mean though about him noticing something is different but not wanting to say anything, James said that same thing about 5 or 6 weeks ago, but I think for me it is simply stress and pressure more than anything else. Hope that everything gets better and better for you, so relieved that you are feeling like the weight of it all has been lifted. Yay

Mel and Lisa sounds like your little ones had a good sleep, dont you love the puddle though....must say I dont miss those days, as I had it more with Tahliah and Landon, havent had a puddle this time round, but I am hoping my boobies are more and more efficient than what they were first time round.

Kirralee big hugs for you hon, wont say anymore other than we are here for you.

Bep glad that you have some more pain relief for Wyatt and that he is back to eating etc, hoping that he will be more like himself today and fingers crossed that he will be fine again tomorrow. Dont you just hate seeing them go through it.

Well Tahliah has kindy today and once we get home I am hoping that the boys will go off to sleepies and I can get outside and really work on this hebel as I only have a few more days over the next week to get it done in so going to be pushing it I think.
The sun is out this morning so I am planning on making the most of that and trying to get some more washing dry, has been raining and storms here ever since sunday night so I was ecstatic to get two loads of washing dry yesterday, so today we have about 7 more to go!!! hehehe
Heading up to Noosa tomorrow afternoon after James finished work too as my girlfriend gets married on saturday, so staying from tomorrow avo to sunday, my mum and her husband are coming down and staying with us as we cant take the kiddies to the wedding so going to be an interesting one with Chrace as it will be the longest time I have had away from him and he hasnt ever had a bottle but I am sure that we will be fine, only staying bout 500metres away from where it is all being held so I may have to simply do a couple of feeding trips back and forth. My girlfriend has lent me an outfit as we couldnt really afford to go and buy some new clothes which were only going to get worn once or twice, and she is also coming over tomorrow before we go to show me how to do my hair, as she is also lending me this cool hair piece you clip in under your own hair to make it look fuller.....never thought I would ever wear anything like it but is the same colour hair as my own and looks so nice, so I am now so looking forward to getting dressed up and having a night out just James and I!!!! Will have to take some pics and then show you guys when I get back!
Apart from that just hammering through everything, have to go out tonight and get a few last minute things for my girlfriends hamper we are doing as their wedding present then we are away for the weekend and grocery shop on monday, clean the house on tuesday, my brother arrives wednesday and then my mils birthday on friday and my birthday on the following monday!!!! Busy busy busy now til Christmas!!!!
Alright better get off of here and get the kiddies ready to head off to kindy. Have a great day all.
Hugs

Lissa7

20-11-2008, 07:57

Speaking of Noosa we just got some super cheap flights for Noosa next March and just wondering is any of you girls can recommend some accomodation or the best area to stay in up there???? Somwhere that can accomodate a family of 5???? Any help much appreciated

:flowerz:

Lahri

20-11-2008, 09:26

Morning all,

Sorry seem to have been MIA for a while, everything is fine here and Maddison's visa will hopefully be approved today. We went to our immigration lawyers dealing with our PR application and they are doing it today. They have an agreement that baby visa's are granted on the spot, goodness knows what the Australian visa office in Canberra were trying to do!!! Oh well, my dh is needless to say very pleased and we are both a lot more relaxed. We now don't have to worry about Maddison being allowed to stay in Australia.

Like you all, it is silly that she is not automatically a citizen, but we fully understand why they do it. Otherwise you would have a lot of people coming here just to delivery their babies to get citizenship. Come on though, we have been here for 2 years, paid taxes and contributed so it seems a little unfair. Because she wasn't born in the UK she is not entitled to the payments they receive every month (only about $60 but better than nothing) but she is also not entitled to anything here...go figure!!!

Anyway, enough about me. Sorry I haven't kept up with what is going on here.

Mel that feeling is horrible isn't it! Luckily I don't tend to leak much any more but I have had to change so many times when out because of leaking. Hope Bridie is doing well with the bottle, sorry to hear you are going back to work already.

Lainie glad that your dh was supportive and that you were able to tell him. Hopefully now you feel that the weight has been lifted and I hope the medication works for you.

Kiralee hope you are ok, we are here for us if you ever need us.

Bep not sure what is happening on your end, but I hope Wyatt is ok and that he is eating more soon. How is Deacon doing?

Lisa my dh and I were thinking of going to Noosa just after Christmas, needless to say we are not going because of the cost of it. I wish I could help with where to stay, but never been before sorry.

Sasha sounds like you are keeping yourself busy again, make sure you do get some time for yourself though. Hope you have a good weekend and manage to do something you want to do.

Beth hope your two aren't whining any more, the joys hey!!

ellie13

20-11-2008, 10:12

hi there.....sorry have been mia.....just busy and tired.

bianca is sleeping in my arms, so i am typing with my free hand......so cute and cozy....i love it.

laini-:yelclap:for u and dh....hope your meds work and u feel better soon.

mel-great sleep for bridie-hope u got to have more sleep

bep=hope wy keeps getting better.....

oh well, i will go, typing is so hard on this angle:laughing:

Aysha'sMummy

20-11-2008, 10:39

Lainie - Glad dh understood... they have a habit of saying the wrong thing but not meaning it the way it comes out.

Beth - Glad everything is goin better for Wyatt now... poor lil man :hugs:

Jenna - Glad you have everything sorted with maddison visa.

Sasha - Enjoy your time away at the wedding it will be so fun.. i went out a few weeks ago with my friends and i had a pretty good night despite some dramas :laughing: but i did miss my lil girl. Can't wait to see photo's

I'm doing ok better then the past few days.

i forgot to mention that yesterday was the day i found out i was pregnant with aysha.... i still remember that day clearly lol luke and i had a fight about something silly i went and did the pregnancy test it came up positive and i was in shock luke came in and sid well are we and i told him go look for yourself :laughing: then he got the biggest mile on his face ran over and hugged me and i burst into tears i couldn't believe it after trying for over 2 and a half years we were finally pregnant. After my initial shock and crying for a good 15mins you couldn't wipe the smile off my face. We went to port to buy noodle boxes and to make cards for my parents saying congratulations your going to be grandparents.... when i got them done gave them to mum and dad made them open it together but that didnt really work as dad is so slow :laughing: mum opened her screamed droped the box and started crying and dad is like whats wrong mum and i just told him to open the box so he did and he nearly cried and gave me a huge hug. Ahh the memories lol

Giggley

20-11-2008, 11:08

Oh Kiralee, I got goosebumps! I was smiling the whole time I read your post. That is such an awesome story. Actually I wouldnt mind hearing other people's stories of how they found out they were pregnant. Oooh its so exciting! :D

Lahri

20-11-2008, 11:37

Kiralee that is a lovely story, what a nice surprise for the grandparents!

I told my dh in a really strange way. My periods were always irregular but my cycle seemed to settle down to about 35 days. I had been having stomach cramps for about 4 days since I was due on and thought it was a little strange. We had sort of been trying, so I thought I would do a test.

I had just ordered some trousers from a friend's catalogue and went upstairs to try them on. They were too big by about 2 sizes, in the meantime I did a pregnancy test and when I saw that it was positive I decided to keep the trousers on and walked downstairs to my dh. He was marking university papers in the dining room.

I kept the pregnancy test in one hand and held the waist band of the trousers so he could see how big they were, held up the pregnancy test and said to him,

"I guess I will keep these incase I don't loose the weight again afterwards!"

:laughing: he was so shocked but over the moon. Needless to say he didn't mark any more papers that afternoon and we just couldn't stop smiling at each other.

Maybe I could have picked a better moment or said something more hmm, well you know.

Anyone got a nice story to tell??

Melmc

20-11-2008, 11:47

I dropped in intending to whine to everyone that this time next week, I'll be at work...boo hoo! but...I'll tell my 'found out I was pregnant' story...

I was late by 4-5 days and my friend Liz kept nagging me to get a test...I told her that she was being silly and didn't get one! We went to visit another friend in the hospital who'd just had her baby! The next day it was playing on my mind, so I dropped in to get a test on the way home from work. When I did the test, nothing came up...DH and I weren't too stressed, we stood in the ensuite talking about our day...I went to put the test in the bin, and DH said...'hang on... I can see another line!" we were kind of shocked!

It was more fun telling my parents...we wanted to wait and tell them in person, but they live 3 hours away and we weren't going to see them until new years, I bought them a book called 'The guide to being grandparents' or something like that for christmas...dad opened it and looked puzzled. He said 'But we're not grandparents', mum caught on and started looking excited, DH said to dad 'You're gonna be!', it was hilarious! I also made my brother a t-shirt that said 'Uncle Sana' (Sana is his nickname), he didn't get it straight away either...duh!

I'd love to hear more stories!

Aysha'sMummy

20-11-2008, 11:59

OMG i just caught ayshie on camera giving kisses :cloud9::goodvibes: i some how have to work out how to put it on facebook

Jenna that is a hilarious way of saying your pregnant.... at least it shows your sense of humor :laughing:

Aww mel i had tears welling up reading yours... it reminds me when i found out i was pregnant with our first baby but lost you could hardly see the line. :hugs: on beening down about going backto work that would suck.

Loe these stories keep them coming

Mahjong

20-11-2008, 12:02

I tested on DH's birthday @5am in the morning as I was busting and thought I would use FMU to make sure the test worked.

Within 30 sec the two lines appeared. I raced into DH, who was sleeping and said "Happy Birthday Dan, you're gunna be a Daddy again"

His response" Hmmmf, that's nice hun" and rolled over :laughing: He then realised what I said and jumped up to give me a huge cuddle, then called himself the "Sperminator" as we had only Bd'd 3-4 times :laughing:

Lissa7

20-11-2008, 12:43

Oh girls I have tears in my eyes I'm loving these stories!!!

My parents have just spontaneously taken DD1 & DD2 for the afternoon and they are sleeping over tonight which leaves me at home with Miss Lily how easy is that??????? Gotta love grandparents!!!!

Here's my preg test story - I had done one a week prior and it was neg and one of those digital ones it said "not pregnant" so I pulled it out of tester but saw 2 strong lines showed it to DH and he said nah must be wrong :rolleyes: Anyway a week later we had friends for dinner and I had a few too many red wines and woke up feeling queezy the next morning and I had the regular 2 yr check up with my obs so thought I had better do another test and of course it came up positive so I called DH at work and told him and he went silent all he said was "OH" I told him that wasn't the response I thought I would get and he said well that wasn't the news I thought I would hear, then he rushed home and I had to call my obs to let them know I would be coming in for an obs appointment not a gyno appt :) Jason came with me and we saw our 3rd little miracle starting to grow inside me!!!!! Then we told the girls that they were going to be big sisters and from that day on they would kiss and cuddle my tummy, so cute.

I'm loving this let's hear some more
:flowerz:

Lahri

20-11-2008, 12:55

I called my parents and told them on the phone (the live in England) they were so excited and pleased that they were going to be grandparents again. (My sister had twins in Dec )

We asked them not to tell anyone until we were 12 weeks because I wanted to make sure first. I called my brother and sister and told them and they were so happy as well.

We called my mil and told her and asked her not to tell anyone (she can't keep her mouth shut) but by the next day everyone (LITERALLY) knew. When she came to visit in the December, she said to me, I am trying to think "who I didn't tell". I very nearly said to her, "we asked you not to tell anyone".

:laughing: I think next time I won't tell her. It is always really special with your first and I was sort of upset that we couldn't tell people because she had already done it. Oh well, we were just so pleased we were pregnant.

ElizaDoLittle

20-11-2008, 12:59

I have three stories to tell.....

#1 with Ashton I did a test at work we had been trying for 11 months. I was working with my best friend I sat the test on the bench and then a customer came in, bugger! when I went back out the back I said Jod.... is there.....ummm.... she runs over and goes WoooHOOOOOO!!!!! there's two!!! I bawled and rang my DH at work, he just said, "I'm coming home" all teary he came in half an hour later with a huge smile and an enourmous bunch of flowers for me :goodvibes:. I was sooooo busting to tell my parents but we waited til the weekend went to sydney and I gave them the book "guess how much I love you" with a letter that said "Dear Grandma and Pa this is so you will have something to read me when I come to visit, Love Baby G" My mum jumped screamed and said get off the floor sit on the chair cause I was sitting on the loungeroom carpet lol. My Dad just smirked and my sister ran out of the house saying "I'm going to tell Chelsea!!" (her friend, teenagers :rolleyes: lol)

#2 I did the test at home not expecting anything, when I came out I ran screaming to my DH who was on the phone lol, yelling "Theres two lines!!!!!!" as I ran toward him ha ha. We jumped in the car and drove to my parents with Ashton (we're nuts they live 2.5 hours away!) and knocked on the door, they opened it and died of shock and then I said "wanna be grandparents again?" and they nearly died of shock again lol. Unfortunately for us that little bubba will grow up in heaven, until they can meet their brother and sister one day :angel:

#3 Emelia, we were on holidays with my parents and we had suspected so I just did a test in the morning and nodded to everyone when I walked back out and they all cheered:goodvibes:

What a good idea, can't wait to hear more.........