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Hi all,
new month new thread!!!!!
enjoy the first of April!
Hi all,
New month already so new thread!!!
BTW are we going ahead with the birthday pressies. As I said, I'll organise so PM me your details so I can get started. The first bubs birthday, lucky Chais is only a month away!!
HMM...how to make this a sticky??? mods?? please help!
oconcky id be interested in bday thing u mentioned in other thread
stg $20 for parking omg:eek:! what a rude woman. ive returned stuff before and had that where they insisted it went back on the card- a savings account- but i never challenged it so at least they were nice to me.
hmm i need the scroll down opion so i can remember what i was gonna say
oconky, to get it a sticky, you PM a mod - probably DramaQueen would be the one as she tends to "look after" this one. Just make sure you include a link to the old and new threads so she can easily just click on it and work her magic. :wizard:
I too would be interested in the birthday pressie thing. What should be our cut-off date? It should be soon so that Chais is in on it too and he gets his on time. I'll Email you my details now.
And I've worked on the other end of the whole refund thing. Yes, it should go back onto the card on which it was purchased, but what if you've closed that bank account or something else? They can't refuse refund based on that? I've always asked for the card it went onto originally but if that's not possible, it doesn't really make a difference. She was just being a rude cow and the reason she didn't come and do it herself is because she was embarrassed that you'd gotten her into trouble! So sucked in you silly b!tch!!! :geek: :laughing:
Think I'm going to stick with the ready made border. I'm going to look for the floor plan today to see if I'm going to need 5m or 10m. I think I might need 2 rolls but want to be sure...
I think they should be able to merge the 2 April threads and stick it...
I'll respond on this one, anyway! I found a great birthday present but didn't know whether to get blue or pink and it will probably be gone by the time we draw names! Oh well...should have bought "yellow"...speaking of, have you guys noticed how much uglier the unisex stuff for bubs is? A very good friend of mine who is PG is not finding out the sex...totally ruined the gift giving enjoyment for me! :laughing: How dare she! :laughing:
I think Nick is on the mend. Still a bit congested and stuff. Some mums 'n bubs are getting together today and I really want to go, but am not sure if Nick would be contagious. Probably best to stay away until he's completely better, right? Don't want any risk of passing it on, but its getting bloddy lonely at home with a sick kid all week! :crying:
Guess where we are going this weekend?! IKEA! :smiliedance:
DH wants to "do something" for easter weekend, maybe go away. I'm sure rates are through the roof everywhere though for easter weekend. I wish I was a camper...
Does anyone watch Sunrise? And does anyone think Kochie's wife is pregnant? Or are they just having us on? APRIL FOOLS MAYBE?
Don't know what I was thinking - went to wotif and everything but the ritzy places are sold out for Easter. DUH.
Maybe a sunny coast mum wants to do a house swap with a gold coast mum??? :D Like in "The Holiday"
Maybe a sunny coast mum wants to do a house swap with a gold coast mum??? :D Like in "The Holiday"
I'll swap with you babywez! :laughing::laughing::laughing: I'm sooooo funny! :rolleyes: Could you imagine? You'd seriously need your own translator and a bat to fend them off Nick. They'd think he was the SECOND (lol) cutest little boy and they'd pick him up and NEVER PUT HIM DOWN!!! :D
OK procrastinating now. Off to do some phone calls. Only got 10 mins done yesterday until Sam woke up.
babywez we decided not to go away for Easter because it's just too busy and expensive. We're using the wedding in May as our getaway instead, so low season rates, plenty of availability and no traffic. DP just has to take a couple of days off :D
oconky I will PM you my details for the birthday pressie thing. Am so excited! Is our price limit $10 still?
stg I don't shop much in the city (i.e. parking costs :rolleyes:) but I will avoid those shoes in the future. What a miserable cow :no: Why can't people just be nice? Makes for a better day for everyone.
MOS I had a look for the info on my ebay account but it's gone now, sorry. I ended up buying 3 rolls, but I am anal and was worried DP would stuff some up and we would need to re-do :laughing: Can't remember though how much we used..... the room was done fairly quickly in the end so a bit of a blur!
Well I'm feeling terrible today. Nauseous, dizzy, headaches, fever etc. It's sooo hard looking after the monster mash feeling so bad. DP is going to try and leave work early to help, but he has meetings and footy tonight so I can't go to uni, but will have to try getting the work done today anyway, otherwise I will fall behind.
babywez there are websites that do that here in Australia - it's actually more popular then people realise. Especially in this 'recession'...... DP and I are propping up with the economy with our kitchen renovations :rolleyes: so is MOS and her DH with their couch lol....
Daisy Boo
01-04-2009, 10:27
Hi all,
New month already so new thread!!!
BTW are we going ahead with the birthday pressies. As I said, I'll organise so PM me your details so I can get started. The first bubs birthday, lucky Chais is only a month away!!
HMM...how to make this a sticky??? mods?? please help!
maybe we should pick a common date say June 15th like we had for christmas and have all the presents sent by then? Or does everyone prefer to have the bubs presents sent on their birthdays? Just might prove to be a challange.
I'll PM you my address anyway.
By the way I'm happy to organise it if you have a lot on.
Yeah I think that's a good idea - June 15th is great. If we get someone like Chais, we can always TRY to get his mailed by his birthday but no pressure, as long as they're done by the 15th. So when do we get our names in by? Say 15th May? Oh we're not going to get it done for Chais' - wow, Kotakai I can't believe how early you went! Wouldn't it be great if you went the whole way this time? I hope you do - no more sad trips to hospy for you. My fingers are crossed. I remember you quickly posting from home just before you went back to the hospy to visit Chais in special care. I felt so sad for you that you couldn't have him with you. :hugs:
I'm "working" in the bedroom. I've done half an hour. I asked the MIL to rock Sam back to sleep in the pram if he wakes (he's been asleep for only about 45 mins now) as he needs to sleep longer. I can hear her chatting to him. :rolleyes: THINK OF THE UNIT, THINK OF THE UNIT...
I've been on the Ikea website and I SO want to go there! I might drag a friend with me on Sat if DH is working. I want to get 2 shelves to put on Sam's wall. I'm soooo excited! I haven't been this excited about something since I had Sam! :smiliedance:
Ooh crying now - better go. Oh well, half an hour is a good attempt!
Question: has anyone bought their DP/DH a gift lately that theyd' recommend? DH's birthday is in two weeks and I'm stumped. I asked him what he wants. He said, "Sex" without even hesitating. I said, "No...what ELSE do you want?" HA.
Speaking of presents. My step-mum was just in Europe for 3 weeks, and stopped in Hong Kong on the way home. You should see the leather motorbike jacket she got Nicklas. Probably won't fit him until he's 3, but it is really cute. So funny.
so is MOS and her DH with their couch lol....
:laughing: Yeah DH is going there on his way home from work and telling her his wife's given him permission to buy it as long as he can negotiate her down to $3,500! So he gets to do the dirty work. We don't have to pay most of it until delivery and it takes about 3 months to get here so I'm not too fussed.
Well not sure if I mentioned it a few months ago but my mum told me my sister had entered online to be on the next series of "A Farmer Wants A Wife...". So she just called me and I could hardly hear her on the phone but she asked me to look up an address of a company for her and text it to her. She was driving in the car and her hands-free is cr@ppy so that's all I could make out. So I get off the phone and Google it and it's the production company that does the show... so does that mean she's got an audition or something??? I soooo want to know NOW but I've tried calling mum and she didn't answer so she must be at work. It's so annoying! How funny if she was on TV.... :laughing: If she makes it I'll be sure to let you ladies know.
The FOB is such an ar$e - it'd be great to know he'd be sitting around somewhere watching her with another guy! They have broken up and she's moved out but they still have contact because of Jaxon. About 2 weeks ago however, she called my mum who was at work, from the bathroom, where she was locked in with Jax because the ar$e was outside the door yelling that he "wasn't going anywhere until he hurt her seriously"... I want to do something to him but I don't think I should say it on here... :geek: LOSER.
Anyway today I've gotten HEAPS done. I even found the time in the middle of everything to boil some risoni and mix it in with Sam's puree'd veggies for his lunch. He didn't seem to mind it so I'll try and do this every few days or something to make sure he's getting filled up enough.
I'll be in the present thing too. Will PM you my details now.
Don't worry about it not getting here in time for Chais, he won't mind :laughing:
Are we putting our names on it or is it a secret again?
SECRET BIRTHDAY DETAILS
Please PM me your details- Lambkin unless you still have that list you could send me???
Please include the bubs birthday!!!!!
$10 limit postage at own cost
Details to be in by 20th April (as the first one is 8th May!)
Ideally pressies are to be provided by bubs birthday, however we all understand postage etc!!!
If you want to ensure you don't get the same person you got for xmas- let me know who that was!!!!
Only BH members that are known to the thread allowed (sorry not being rude just fair to ensure everyone gets a pressie!!)
Hopefully that covers it all.
MOS thanks for the advice, my computer froze somehow ended up with 2 threads! I'll have to remember it is daisychain as I had no idea who to send it too!!
thanks mods!!
well I bought the birthday cake book, the womens weekly one today looks like a lot of fun!!!! going to do the plane one for DH's birthday let alone Pip's!!!
I too am helping the economy finally getting a couple of wedding photos framed not cheap but they will look great. I usually just buy cheap ones but these are an unusual size. sorry babywez- no suggestions besides the quantum of solace dvd- went to buy that for DH to say thank you for something and he bought it already:rolleyes:
well April already can you believe it..one more month off work :(
oh well better go talk soon
Well ladies we've gotten a little bit more money off the lounge but decided to go with a thicker more expensive leather. When we last went into the shop we were given 2 prices for what we wanted:
$3,650 for the lounge with a standard leather as we saw it in the shop or;
$4,000 for the above but with a leather which is 3 times thicker.
She gave us 2 big cushions to feel the difference. There was a difference but I said to DH that for an extra $350 I'll just go the standard. Well he's now negotiated $3,850 delivered for the thicker leather so he's ordering it. So YAY!!! :smiliedance: She also said we can have a loan lounge if needed and they'll deliver and pick that back up again if we need.
So I guess we are boosting the economy after all! We just need a washer/dryer, cordless phone & 2 safety gates. They're the BIG things we need. On top of that, we need the standard things like ironing board, mop & bucket, shower curtain, shower caddy, etc, etc... We also need to have $5k in the bank as a back-up. We had $6k but we've just spent almost 4... :rolleyes: No worries though as we still have.. off to count the weeks...
9 WEEKS TO GO!!!!! :smiliedance:
I feel OK with that because thats 9 weeks of slowly getting the little things we need and saving our safety-net money!
Oooohhh sooooo excited!
Oh must add the lounge was originally $6,200 and was already reduced. That was for the standard leather and the thicker leather is normally 30% extra. So I'm happy that what we've got in the end. WOHOOO!
hi just a quick question- probably for c38 - do sultanas make poos runny??? Pip loves them so I have been giving her some nearly every day and her poos have been messier than usual- though TMI I can see full sultanas in the poo. I can't think of any other food that is new to her???
TIA
oconky I pm'd you address info, and almost included Nick's birthday but didn't. Anyway, its June 30th.
Hi Girls
Lurking as been very busy...
A Question for mos, not being rude but how come you need to buy so much stuff? BTW, your sisters ex sounds like a nasty piece of work.
We bought a v good leather lounge 15 years ago, still looks great and I have never conditioned/polished it. Just a quick wipe down with kids mess. Think we paid around $3000 back then. Leather is the way to go when you have kids, in the car too.
We have a handed down leather sofa, 3-seater, and a leather recliner (2 actually, 1 is in the nursery tho) from my aunt. And they are definitely easy maintenance. Not sure what we'll get for the next one though. I want an L or U section...we'll see. We hav to get through this trip to the US before we can even think about furniture or a new car. I wish we weren't going...the money we have in our savings would buy a new couch and a new bed, or be a good downpayment on a car. oh well, the trip will be great, too! I hope!
I hav been trying to read about weaning. Is it possible to just BF him at night, but formula feed during the day? Or is that pointless? I am SO TORN on this. I know I feed him b/c its cheaper and its convenient, and I know that he often uses it for comfort, not for a meal. So is that reason to keep BF? In the same breath, is it enough reason to wean?
One other thread on here, someone said "WHO" recommends BF until 2. Well I'm here to tell you I'm not going another 15 months!!! I feel quite proud of myself for going 9 months, after wanting to give up after 2 weeks! Some other posters make it sound like if you don't go at least 1 year, or don't go 2 years then you might as well have put them on the bottle to start. That doesn't seem right?
I do like the connection, and our time together while BF, and when nothing will calm him down, the boob always does...but it can't be really good to just give him the boob whenever he's upset, right? He needs to self soothe and find other ways of comfort. Am I wrong? Or am I just trying to rush things that will come naturally later?
The thought of being free of BF is a nice one. So why is it so hard to let go? :(:(:(
MOS what a bargain! I would love a leather lounge eventually too.
tiggles did you read my question to you in an earlier post?
babywez I'm hopeless with that sort of stuff too. What about a handsfree for the car? (if he doesn't have one). Thats what I got for DP for his birthday. He also got a baby for his birthday as we came home from hospital on the day of his birthday :laughing: (I was so pleased).
oconky thank you for organising :goodvibes:
babywez I know how you feel. I was so torn, I didn't want to stop BF (couldn't let it go) but she had to go bottle for CC. I would have liked to have gone till 12 months part time BF.
I tried to reduce Sums BF so she was just BF once at night and FF during the day, but after about 5 days my supply just dropped right off and the night feed wasn't enough for her anymore. Not saying you would be the same though.
I have been so sick today.
Been dozing on and off in bed all arvo as DP got home at 2pm. Been delirious, chills and now I'm so bl00dy hot. It's dreadful. I haven't been able to eat all day and when I can't eat, you know I'm sick :laughing:
Stupid woman from the council rang today to say they were issuing an infringement because we didn't renew Rufus regn. I said to her I don't recall seeing it. Anyway, I ended up arguing with her and Sums was whinging in the background and I said she could 'stick her f****g infringement up her stupid f****g a** LOL I was so rude, but I was so angry in the end. How can they issue a fine when I didn't get the renewal? She didn't want to help at all and said your getting the fine.
Anyway, after I'd calmed down I rang the council back and spoke to a lovely man. He said she shouldn't have issued the fine if I told her I didn't get it, especially when I asked her to send the renewal ASAP as we would pay it immediately. He told me after checking addresses that the lot address is listed for Rufus' regn because of the way the council records their lots or something but our actual address is a different number and name, though we are on the corner of a street which was the name they had :hair:
Anyway he gave me a reference number for our conversation and said if you get the fine, to send it back with a letter explaining the above. God knows I will get the fine but it will go to the lot address and then we'll get in trouble for not paying it :geek:
stg seems to be the week for rude people....
Well best go get some rest. DP has gone to footy and Sums is being babysat next door as I'm far to sick to look after her. I can't even walk, it's too hard and I get dizzy. My painkillers are kicking in though so I've managed to have 1/2 glass of apple juice.
Mum of Midgeys
01-04-2009, 18:31
MOS - Well done on the couch, money well spent getting the thicker leather, no doubt! We had a nice leather set before we moved to Perth... a 3 seater and two recliners... but DP sold it crazy cheap to a friend. Nevermind, it was a dark, dark blue - almost black, so not really the colour scheme I want :laughing:
All the magazines I read say when decorating purchase a couple of "Investment Pieces" so that's what's you've done - a timeless centrepiece for your place to work the other stuff around :D
Babywez - :hugs: I haven't been able to BF, so I can't really give to much solid advice, but I would say if you feel happy to wean then it could well be time. Nick will find another form of comfort; all bubs have something. Screw what 'other' people say about if you don't go to 1 or 2 years or whatever it wasn't worth it. What friggin rot. You've done an amazing to get to 9months. That's 9months of his mother's milk that's benefitted him. Christ people annoy me with their BF opinions sometimes. Anyway, I'm about to go on a tangent. If you feel the time is right hun, then maybe just start dropping a couple of feeds, and see how it feels from there?
K8y - :hugs: hun, how awful. Have you been to the Dr? Not that's there's probably much they can do, sounds like a nasty virus :no: Hope it passes really soon!
OConky... not sure about the sultanas... But it is a fruit, technically, so all that roughage could get the bowels moving. On a off topic, I've found Khirra gets a red rash around her mouth when she has prunes, which is weird cos prunes are just dried plums, aren't they? And she's fine with plums. Dunno?
Oops, cranky miss, so best get her to bed. BBL
Bellaleggos
01-04-2009, 18:31
Oh :hugs: K8Y - hope you are feeling better soon.
:yelclap:MOS for the lounge - bargain bunny!
Well DD is still sick - really runny nose and cough. No temp tho but I think this must be a result of the flu jab, either that or a major coincidence. Now I've got a sore throat and runny nose so hope I'm not getting it too.
Got to go back for her booster - supposed to be in a months time but as we are in the UK then, the Dr said to go back before we leave. So I've booked her in for the Sat - we leave on the Tues night - do you reckon she'll have the same reaction? Do you think I could possibly leave it till we get back or does leaving a 6 week gap between jabs make it useless????
Just text my sis in the UK - she's just started IVF and went yesterday for a scan and only has 3 follicles instead of the 10-20 she should have. She has to go back Friday to see if she gets anymore - feel so sorry for her, and useless that I am so far away. It must be serious as she's taken the rest of the week off sick (and she never does that unless she's dying).:no:
OK Sam's just screwed up my post! I LOST IT!
I too would be interested in the birthday pressie thing. What should be our cut-off date? It should be soon so that Chais is in on it too and he gets his on time. I'll Email you my details now.
I thought it was the first of May! I just gained another MONTH! :eek:
A Question for mos, not being rude but how come you need to buy so much stuff? BTW, your sisters ex sounds like a nasty piece of work.
We bought a v good leather lounge 15 years ago, still looks great and I have never conditioned/polished it. Just a quick wipe down with kids mess. Think we paid around $3000 back then. Leather is the way to go when you have kids, in the car too.
Not sure at all. When we left Noosa we decided if it was on it's last legs, we weren't paying removalists to move it - So our washing machine was dying and our lounges were way too big for any place we could ever afford. So we gave some furniture back to my mum as they'd given lots of things to us. And we sold a few things.
Sorry northerners - Watching the Biggest Loser and am crying over a Sharif bit. I think he's a real sweetie. :valentine:
Babywez, who cares what WHO says?! Sounds funny, eh?! Don't keep going because you're worried anyone will think anything less of you. As we've said all along, do what's right for YOU. I too love the connection BF gives, but stopping to feed during the day all the time was getting annoying. Sam is fine with me not feeding him at lunch time. He was bringing it back up 90% of the time anyway. He's still putting on weight, etc. He feeds lots during the morning and evening but I'm cool with that. It works for us! :thumbsup: Just think things through for YOURSELF before you do anything and if anyone else in your life tries to tell you what you should and shouldn't do in the way of BF YOUR SON, tell them to go jump! It's up to you and you only... with maybe some input from your DH if you want! :D
Walking tomorrow an I'm walking in the rain even if it's bucketing down - I can't wait! I love walking in the rain! :D
Best wishes and crossed fingers for your sis Bella.
Tonight's Biggest Loser is GREAT!
All the magazines I read say when decorating purchase a couple of "Investment Pieces" so that's what's you've done - a timeless centrepiece for your place to work the other stuff around :D
That's what we're doing. Our other furniture is nice old looking rustic indian waxed teak. I can't wait to un-pack. The leather is brown and the stitching is a little bit of a contrast so I tink it'll match well. I reckon there are things I've forgotten about too! Each day I think something new like "Ooh! I have that really thick huge chopping block!". Each day I remember something new! My life has been boxed up for 9 months and I can't wait to un-pack it all!!!!! :smiliedance:
K8y - have been skimming posts, so definitely missed your question, sorry.
Has anyone heard of Appliances Online? We've decided to give front loaders a go and get a combo. It's the best use of our tight space. I hope whichever one we end up getting pushes the tissues to the front like yours tiggles! ;) Anyway there's an LG one in the clearance section of their site reduced from $1,749 to $1,052. When we put our post code in to quote delivery it says it's FREE to our area too... From shoping around, the cheapest I've found elsewhere was around the $1,150 mark PLUS delivery... but I've never heard of the website before. Any ideas anyone? It also says it's in stock and has next day delivery. We're not buying now though but will a week or two before we move in.
BeautifulBoys
01-04-2009, 21:00
Sorry no personals tonight.........:sleeping:
Buggered....bout to hop into the shower then bed...
Catch ya tomorrow :wave:
xx
k8y - hope you are better soon, it is awful being sick especially when you have a little one
babywez- I stopped BF at 3 months as she was drinking a whole bottle after being on the boob for an hour :rolleyes:so I am very impressed with you all for makiing it to 9 months. as ems said- up to you, if you want to do it. there are pros and cons as always. my only thing to say is that I can't wait for the day I don't have to buy formula- hopefully sooner rather than later!!! I am a bit anti toddler formula so hoping she won't need it much past 12 months
BTW got Nick's birthday from your ticker!!!!
sorry MOS never heard of them?? ha- MOS I was wondering why you were thought there was a big rush to get details in for the birthday thing.....still2 months to go for most of the little ones!
well off to sleep got some yummy chocs from DH tonight...always love it when he flies to Melbourne.:valentine:
chat soon and get those addresses in!!!!
Good morning ladies. :wave:
Off on my walk today. I'm on the look-out for a mini brown leather tub chair for Sam for his birthday. DH wants to get one for our new longeroom! :smiliedance: I know they are mostly exxy but we had a friend who bought one for his DS a few years ago from a little asia shop and he only paid $50 so I'm on the look-out for one of THOSE ones! Obviously doesn't have to be REAL leather. If anyone sees anything, please let me know.
I read bad reviews online about the LG washer/dryer combo I was looking at. Lucky we're not in a rush.
Oh and my sister was just auditioning for an ad for some Japanese soft drink. She didn't make it on Farmer Wants a Wife. :( Bugger though. I can't stand her ex and since he's still hovering (she pays some of his bills still even though she's behind on her own - IDIOT!) I thought it might get rid of him for good!
Best get going and get ready for my walk. Chat later. :wave:
Thanks ems, bella and oconky on the well wishes :goodvibes: I'm still very sick. DP has ducked in to work for an hour but then home for the rest of the day to watch Sums for me so I can rest.
oconky yummm choccies! I too would prefer not to use FF for Sums past 12 months. Just wean onto cows milk I would hope.
tiggles, I was asking 'was it the external hard drive' that I should be getting to back up my photos/videos of Summer?
MOS have you looked up washer/dryer combo's on choice?
K8y - yep have an external HD that automatically backups up once a week, its great!
MOS - there is an appliance seconds place in Seven Hills, we bought our Maytag fridge from them, got $500 off and it wasnt a second. They had to call it a second as only DJs at the time were the only licenced retailers. We have also bought other applicances and they are fantastic to deal with, great staff.
Found a docket, Appliance City, 1/1 Tucks Rd, Seven Hills. 9674 3399.
we also bought our first front lloader through them.
kelectable
02-04-2009, 09:07
Hi Everyone,
I finally have remembered my sign in dets. (other pc has it logged on auto )
Been ages since i last posted time just flys atm (even when you arent having fun)
Well i can officially say Single Mums you are my heroe. My OH has been away for the last 5 weeks working away and still has at least 4 more to go :hissy: Having 3 kids by yourself phooey i dont know how they do it. I really miss the honey can you go sort them out,its amazing what little things you miss when its not there.
I can not believe its April already the year has flown by.
Hunter is going really well he has been attempting to walk for the last few weeks two steps is the most and he is so proud of himself when he does it. Hes been a horrid of a sleeper of late not sure why have tried so many different things. Goes to bed at 8pm most nights but wakes at midnight wanting to play. Screams teh house down if i dont let him crawl around and then the little bugger goes straight for his bro and sisters room and wants to wake them up. :hair:
Will attempt to stay in touch a bit more, :goodvibes:
Daisy Boo
02-04-2009, 09:46
Babywez - Michael started rejecting BF slowly. It got to the point he was only BF at night. Which worked for me as it was so easy to comfort him. But by 9 months he completely rejected BF and now only wants formula. He was sleeping through the night but he is now waking up at least once for a milk feed.
It gutted me at the start as I worked so so hard to BF him. But I'm now comfortable with what he has chosen and I gave him the best start that I could. I only managed to BF my DD for 3 days before it all fell apart on me. So I was determined this time was going to work.
You do what works for you as so many others have said. You gave him the best start in life and nobody can ask for anything better.
Bella - You just have to remind your sister it only takes one to make a baby. She doesn't need 10. I watched my sister in law go through IVF 6 times. It's gut wrenching each time it doesn't work.
MOS - Congrats on the couch. We just bought a new leather couch from leather republic in chocolate. Absolutely love it. The only thing is it gets cold underneath when I lie on it at night. But that's only minor. By the way look at Porters Paints. They might have the border you like. They sell wallpaper.
I know I have to do what feels right for me/us. That's the problem, I can't figure out what is right. And I am proud to have BF this long. I guess I just get engrossed reading other threads and start taking comments to heart. There is so much negativity on this board, and judgement and criticism (in threads OTHER than this one! I usually only ever come to this thread!) it is really terribly sad. Being a parent is a hard job, as other parents should understand.
I think over the 4 day Easter weekend we are going to try to wean and get him to self settle to sleep. I'll have DH here to help. One of the main reasons I'm still BFing is that he wakes up a lot at night and its the quickest/easiest way to get him back to sleep. But then I think he's only waking up bc he knows he'll get the boob. Vicious cycle!!
I'm wearing my new jeans today and they're a bit tight...I'm counting on them stretching a little bit as denim does!
Chatting to SIL online. I have a BIL who is a bit of a tosser. And I have a sister who is a tosser, so we're talking about how useless they are. So frustrating!
Now I'm rambling. :ecomcity::ecomcity::ecomcity::wave:
Quick post before the little dustbuster wakes up
K8y,you poor thing, stay in bed!!
Can't remember who was asking re the flu vax making bubs sick. I'd say it's a nasty conincidence, and she was getting a virus at the time of the shot. The side effects are usually a sore arm and maybe a mild temp and aches and pains for 24hours, whihc is your immune system reacting to it. It can't actually give you a virus though as it contains dead viruses. So hopefully bubs will be better by next Tuesday for you.
"Can the flu shot give me the flu?
No, the flu shot cannot cause flu illness. The three influenza viruses contained in the flu vaccine are each inactivated (killed), which means they cannot cause infection. Flu vaccine manufacturers kill the viruses used in the vaccine during the process of making vaccine, and batches of flu vaccine are tested to make sure they are safe. In randomized, blinded studies, where some people got flu shots and others got saltwater shots, the only differences in symptoms was increased soreness in the arm and redness at the injection site among people who got the flu shot. There were no differences in terms of body aches, fever, cough, runny nose or sore throat.
More information about these studies is available at:
Carolyn Bridges et al. (2000). Effectiveness and cost-benefit of influenza vaccination of healthy working adults: A randomized controlled trial (http://jama.ama-assn.org/cgi/content/abstract/284/13/1655). JAMA. 284(13):1655–1663.
Kristin Nichol et al. (1995). The effectiveness of vaccination against influenza in healthy working adults (https://content.nejm.org/cgi/content/abstract/333/14/889). New England Journal of Medicine. 333(14): 889-893.
Why do some people not feel well after getting the flu shot?
The most common side effect of the flu vaccine in adults is soreness at the spot where the shot was given, which usually lasts less than two days. The soreness is often caused by a person’s immune system making protective antibodies to the killed viruses in the vaccine. These antibodies are what allow the body to fight against flu. The needle stick may also cause some soreness at the injection site. According to the Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP), rare symptoms include fever, muscle pain, and feelings of discomfort or weakness. If these problems occur, they are very uncommon and usually begin soon after the shot and last 1-2 days.
What about people who get a flu vaccine and still get sick with flu-like symptoms?
There are several reasons why someone might get flu-like symptoms even after they have been vaccinated against the flu.
People may be exposed to an influenza virus shortly before getting vaccinated or during the two-week period that it takes the body to gain protection after getting vaccinated. This exposure may result in a person becoming ill with flu before the vaccine begins to protect them.
People may become ill from other (non-flu) viruses that circulate during the flu season, which can also cause flu-like symptoms (such as rhinovirus).
A person may be exposed to an influenza virus that is not included in the vaccine. There are many different influenza viruses. For more information, see Influenza (Flu) Viruses (http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/fluviruses.htm).
Unfortunately, some people can remain unprotected from flu despite getting the vaccine. This is more likely to occur among people that have weakened immune systems. However, even among people with weakened immune systems, the flu vaccine can still help prevent influenza complications. For more information about the effectiveness of the flu vaccine, see How Well Does the Seasonal Flu Vaccine Work (http://www.cdc.gov/flu/about/qa/vaccineeffect.htm)?
Influenza vaccine provides the best protection available from flu – even when the vaccine does not closely match circulating flu strains, and even when the person getting the vaccine has a weakened immune system. Vaccination can lessen illness severity and is particularly important for people at high risk for serious flu-related complications and for close contacts of high-risk people.
* "Healthy" indicates persons who do not have an underlying medical condition that prediposes them to influenza.
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Um and yes sultanas could definatly cause loose poos due to their high level of fructose (fruit sugar).
And Ems check the prune packets, a lot of dried food has a sulphur preservative in it to stop the colour from fading. I know most dried apricots do. Maybe shes sensitive to that. Other wise it could just be that the suger in prunes is more concentrated, and maybe irriates her skin a bit.
:wave:Kelectable
Bella, Daisy is right, hug your sister and remind her she only needs one egg to work its magic.
Babywez: Do whatever feels right and works for you. They are your boobs and your child.
I duno if I'll ever manage to wean Gabe, he will drink EBM out of a bottle, but still just plays with water. I actually tried him with a small amount of cowsmilk the othermorning as I gave him dry cereal for breakfast and figured it was just what he wouls have eaten with breakfast..but he sprinkled it over his tray. He sueezes the mouth bit so that it sprinkles..little rat:D
Gave me a fright yesterday, he fell off my bed, about 80cm onto his face onto the floorboards. Had a bit of a mark on his forehead, otherwise seems ok. I nearly took him to ER but decided I could watch him in comfort here rather then sit in the chaos for 4 hours. He cried for about 5mins...I think I cried for half an hour.. I kept having visions of all the kids who had minor falls but had nasty consequences...but then reminded myself they are such a small percentage. Hundreds of kids fall from beds, chairs etc everyday and are fine THANKGOD.
Today theres not even a mark. Bad mummy:doh:
BeautifulBoys
02-04-2009, 12:59
C38...:hugs:It gives you a fright though doesn't it....Thanks for the info I'll read through it properly all when I have a spare 2min...
K8y :kiss:Hope you get better soon hun....its horrible feeling sick when you have a little to take care off,glad your DP is home......rest up!
Hello to everyone else............
Another short post, have to do ironing :rolleyes: I keep putting it off so the pile keeps growing :laughing:
Had a morning from Hell with DS1....toddlers can be so painful @ times we were both in tears...... I was in tears cause I smacked his bottom I felt(feel) guilty :o ...& he had numerous time outs before it....I couldnt even tell you how or why it all started.....I do feel so bad as hes the child & Im the parent I should have all the control...but its so hard I just loose it sometimes especially if Casey is screaming too....feel like my head is going to explode..
This morning I was trying to get Casey to sleep but Jake was making it so difficult as he decided to throw a tanty on the steps near his bed room door.....so that made me more angry,then he didnt want me wearing the pants I was wearing.....I could go on & on...........sorry for the whinge girls.......
Ok so that post wasnt that short..............Lol
Must go!
My Little Sweet
02-04-2009, 13:28
I know I have to do what feels right for me/us. That's the problem, I can't figure out what is right. And I am proud to have BF this long. I guess I just get engrossed reading other threads and start taking comments to heart. There is so much negativity on this board, and judgement and criticism (in threads OTHER than this one! I usually only ever come to this thread!) it is really terribly sad. Being a parent is a hard job, as other parents should understand.
I think over the 4 day Easter weekend we are going to try to wean and get him to self settle to sleep. I'll have DH here to help. One of the main reasons I'm still BFing is that he wakes up a lot at night and its the quickest/easiest way to get him back to sleep. But then I think he's only waking up bc he knows he'll get the boob. Vicious cycle!!
I'm wearing my new jeans today and they're a bit tight...I'm counting on them stretching a little bit as denim does!
Chatting to SIL online. I have a BIL who is a bit of a tosser. And I have a sister who is a tosser, so we're talking about how useless they are. So frustrating!
Now I'm rambling.
I am in the same situation as you i think. I have been debating whether or not to wean for the last 2 weeks. I feel guilty because one of the reasons is i want my body back, i am sick of looking in the mirror and seeing gigantic boobs. I hate hate hate them but i will feel even worse if they don't go back to normal as then it owuld have been for nothing. I also want to eat dairy again but am a little scared of formula hurting Quinn as we have had so much trouble with just BM. I think i will keep going for a little while longer though as i really do love the cuddles and the way she relaxes & plays with her hair while feeding its too cute. I hope it goes well for you next week then, are you not going to drop a feed at a time? be careful with mastitis etc
Hi Everyone,
I finally have remembered my sign in dets. (other pc has it logged on auto )
Been ages since i last posted time just flys atm (even when you arent having fun)
Well i can officially say Single Mums you are my heroe. My OH has been away for the last 5 weeks working away and still has at least 4 more to go Having 3 kids by yourself phooey i dont know how they do it. I really miss the honey can you go sort them out,its amazing what little things you miss when its not there.
I can not believe its April already the year has flown by.
Hunter is going really well he has been attempting to walk for the last few weeks two steps is the most and he is so proud of himself when he does it. Hes been a horrid of a sleeper of late not sure why have tried so many different things. Goes to bed at 8pm most nights but wakes at midnight wanting to play. Screams teh house down if i dont let him crawl around and then the little bugger goes straight for his bro and sisters room and wants to wake them up.
Will attempt to stay in touch a bit more,
Wow i can't believe Hunter has taken steps, so many of our babies are so advanced! Quinn is still experimenting with standing i think she has been up for maybe 30 seconds, i always say yay and clap so she gets excited then falls i can't help its exciting!
Thanks ems, bella and oconky on the well wishes I'm still very sick. DP has ducked in to work for an hour but then home for the rest of the day to watch Sums for me so I can rest.
oconky yummm choccies! I too would prefer not to use FF for Sums past 12 months. Just wean onto cows milk I would hope.
tiggles, I was asking 'was it the external hard drive' that I should be getting to back up my photos/videos of Summer?
MOS have you looked up washer/dryer combo's on choice?
K8y i hope you get better soon and that your DP takes good care of you and Summer.
Quick post before the little dustbuster wakes up
K8y,you poor thing, stay in bed!!
Can't remember who was asking re the flu vax making bubs sick. I'd say it's a nasty conincidence, and she was getting a virus at the time of the shot. The side effects are usually a sore arm and maybe a mild temp and aches and pains for 24hours, whihc is your immune system reacting to it. It can't actually give you a virus though as it contains dead viruses. So hopefully bubs will be better by next Tuesday for you.
Um and yes sultanas could definatly cause loose poos due to their high level of fructose (fruit sugar).
And Ems check the prune packets, a lot of dried food has a sulphur preservative in it to stop the colour from fading. I know most dried apricots do. Maybe shes sensitive to that. Other wise it could just be that the suger in prunes is more concentrated, and maybe irriates her skin a bit.
:wave:Kelectable
Bella, Daisy is right, hug your sister and remind her she only needs one egg to work its magic.
Babywez: Do whatever feels right and works for you. They are your boobs and your child.
I duno if I'll ever manage to wean Gabe, he will drink EBM out of a bottle, but still just plays with water. I actually tried him with a small amount of cowsmilk the othermorning as I gave him dry cereal for breakfast and figured it was just what he wouls have eaten with breakfast..but he sprinkled it over his tray. He sueezes the mouth bit so that it sprinkles..little rat:D
Gave me a fright yesterday, he fell off my bed, about 80cm onto his face onto the floorboards. Had a bit of a mark on his forehead, otherwise seems ok. I nearly took him to ER but decided I could watch him in comfort here rather then sit in the chaos for 4 hours. He cried for about 5mins...I think I cried for half an hour.. I kept having visions of all the kids who had minor falls but had nasty consequences...but then reminded myself they are such a small percentage. Hundreds of kids fall from beds, chairs etc everyday and are fine THANKGOD.
Today theres not even a mark. Bad mummy:doh:
Its very scary when they fall off the bed, Quinn has fallen twice now and i am so scared i have done damage to her. At least you are a nurse c38 and would know any signs to look for, Mr G is very safe with you.
MOS yay for your couch! my cousin had a gorgeous leather couch which reclined pretty much into a bed it was awesome BUT one day she spilt a cup of nestle just add water hot chocolate and it eroded the leather!! so be careful with drinks! made me rethink ever drinking that stuff again too!
As for the washer dryer combo that is what we have i am not sure of the brand will let you knwo when i get home. I love the front loader even if it does take longer to was clothes, i believe it is gentler on them and much more water efficient but the dryer really is a pain, you have to wait for it to cool down after drying before you can start another load.
I have PM'd oconky to join the suprise birthday too is that ok?
Well i have bad news from over here, the 15 actually now 16 year old has been re admitted to hospital as her lung has refilled with fluid. she will now be having surgery on friday to remove the liquid unfortunately my flight leaves 2 on friday so i kinda had to say goodbye in a rush this afternoon. I am so sad and feel useless, i stayed longer to help out but i may as well not have because they now need someone else for this and next week. I can't stay any more i really want to get quinn home and back to normal, i just wish i was leaving when everyone was ok. I am so worried something will go wrong and i won't hear about it until i am home where i can do nothing to help them. i feel awful for cameron as she was so upset to be going back and i think sad to say goodbye to us too. All the kids are too used to getting their morning smiles and hugs from Quinn now! i just want to cry its so unfair and i don't understand why she didn't get better she ahs already had a chest tube draining liquid and 2 different types of antibiotics to fight the infection :hair: ok enough of me venting about that
i am still getting excited about coming home, whats the weather like in melbourne anyone know?
thanks c38 for all that info, I thought it would be the sultanas so as much as she loves them, will give them a miss for a couple of days!!! way too messy
:hugs: mybabyq- sounds like you have helped them out such a shame she is sick and you have to come home, hope she is OK
:hugs: c38 hope Mr G is fine
k8y hope you are better soon
babywez- GL with the weaning
hi kelectable:wave:
BB- hope he settled down for you!
thanks for all the addresses people- keep them coming!!!
MOS - there is an appliance seconds place in Seven Hills, we bought our Maytag fridge from them, got $500 off and it wasnt a second. They had to call it a second as only DJs at the time were the only licenced retailers. We have also bought other applicances and they are fantastic to deal with, great staff.
Found a docket, Appliance City, 1/1 Tucks Rd, Seven Hills. 9674 3399.
we also bought our first front lloader through them.
Thanks tiggles, off to Google next! :thumbsup:
MOS - Congrats on the couch. We just bought a new leather couch from leather republic in chocolate. Absolutely love it. The only thing is it gets cold underneath when I lie on it at night. But that's only minor. By the way look at Porters Paints. They might have the border you like. They sell wallpaper.
Thanks, will Google that one next! :D At this rat, our unit will be decorated by "a collection of June Mummies"!
This morning I was trying to get Casey to sleep but Jake was making it so difficult as he decided to throw a tanty on the steps near his bed room door.....so that made me more angry,then he didnt want me wearing the pants I was wearing.....I could go on & on...........sorry for the whinge girls.......
Ok so that post wasnt that short..............Lol
Must go!
:hugs: BB, sorry to hear you had such a bad day today. I hope tomorrow is better for you. That bit about your pants made me laugh. I remember about 2 years ago when we were working in the shop, my little brother chucked the biggest tantrum one morning because he said he didn't like the boots mum was wearing. He demanded she take them off as she "looked ugly" and wouldn't let her drop him at school. She ended up dropping him at school AND getting out of the car in the boots! Little sh!t deserved it! :laughing: (He was 10 years old and should know better). Kids can be funny, eh?
MOS yay for your couch! my cousin had a gorgeous leather couch which reclined pretty much into a bed it was awesome BUT one day she spilt a cup of nestle just add water hot chocolate and it eroded the leather!! so be careful with drinks! made me rethink ever drinking that stuff again too!
As for the washer dryer combo that is what we have i am not sure of the brand will let you knwo when i get home. I love the front loader even if it does take longer to was clothes, i believe it is gentler on them and much more water efficient but the dryer really is a pain, you have to wait for it to cool down after drying before you can start another load.
I have PM'd oconky to join the suprise birthday too is that ok?
Of course you can be in on it MBQ. It'll be GREAT fun! And thanks for the heads up on the Nestle. It doesn't sound like our kind of thing anyway but good to know. The lady in the shop told DH the seat cushions aren't removable as they used to make them so they could come off but they found people would spill liquids down the sides and then it would go straight into the wood frame and rot the wood and it would smell BAD after a while. So now it's got the leather there to stop that happening. Good sales lady, eh? She's got ME convinced! :rolleyes: DH actually told the boss there as he was leaving that the sales lady was "very good" and he said "No, YOU'RE very good. You got a really good deal".
I'd love to know which washer/dryer you have too, thanks!
MBQ, how sad that you're leaving and things aren't too good over there. I'm sure you've helped them out lots by staying a little longer but you can't stay there forever and I'm sure they're more than grateful for the time you've given them so far. You could also get off the plane to find everything's GOOD so don't stress about the possibility of bad news as it could be good news waiting for you too.
I just did some ironing and my clothes smell like cigarettes. Since it's been raining the MIL has been hanging the washing under the verrandah... and they sit there to smoke too, so it's bound to happen. THINK OF THE UNIT, THINK OF THE UNIT, THINK OF THE UNIT... :rolleyes:
Mrs Molly Coddle
02-04-2009, 16:09
SECRET BIRTHDAY DETAILS
Please PM me your details- Lambkin unless you still have that list you could send me???
Please include the bubs birthday!!!!!
$10 limit postage at own cost
Details to be in by 20th April (as the first one is 8th May!)
Ideally pressies are to be provided by bubs birthday, however we all understand postage etc!!!
If you want to ensure you don't get the same person you got for xmas- let me know who that was!!!!
Only BH members that are known to the thread allowed (sorry not being rude just fair to ensure everyone gets a pressie!!)
Hopefully that covers it all.
Sorry oconky, I had to clear out my pm-s as it was full after secret santa! Will pm you my details though :) Thanks so much for organising! Was going to offer to do it myself again but with my dodgy net access, probably not the best idea! Thanks again> So exciteddd!!!!
Well ladies we've gotten a little bit more money off the lounge but decided to go with a thicker more expensive leather. When we last went into the shop we were given 2 prices for what we wanted:
$3,650 for the lounge with a standard leather as we saw it in the shop or;
$4,000 for the above but with a leather which is 3 times thicker.
She gave us 2 big cushions to feel the difference. There was a difference but I said to DH that for an extra $350 I'll just go the standard. Well he's now negotiated $3,850 delivered for the thicker leather so he's ordering it. So YAY!!! :smiliedance: She also said we can have a loan lounge if needed and they'll deliver and pick that back up again if we need.
So I guess we are boosting the economy after all! We just need a washer/dryer, cordless phone & 2 safety gates. They're the BIG things we need. On top of that, we need the standard things like ironing board, mop & bucket, shower curtain, shower caddy, etc, etc... We also need to have $5k in the bank as a back-up. We had $6k but we've just spent almost 4... :rolleyes: No worries though as we still have.. off to count the weeks...
9 WEEKS TO GO!!!!! :smiliedance:
I feel OK with that because thats 9 weeks of slowly getting the little things we need and saving our safety-net money!
Oooohhh sooooo excited!
Oh must add the lounge was originally $6,200 and was already reduced. That was for the standard leather and the thicker leather is normally 30% extra. So I'm happy that what we've got in the end. WOHOOO!
Yippeee! 9 weeks! I'm so happy for you. Am getting excited about moving too, and am also excited about finally being able to decorate a nursery for Elliot (well.. a big boy nursery, but nevertheless). :D
We have a handed down leather sofa, 3-seater, and a leather recliner (2 actually, 1 is in the nursery tho) from my aunt. And they are definitely easy maintenance. Not sure what we'll get for the next one though. I want an L or U section...we'll see. We hav to get through this trip to the US before we can even think about furniture or a new car. I wish we weren't going...the money we have in our savings would buy a new couch and a new bed, or be a good downpayment on a car. oh well, the trip will be great, too! I hope!
I hav been trying to read about weaning. Is it possible to just BF him at night, but formula feed during the day? Or is that pointless? I am SO TORN on this. I know I feed him b/c its cheaper and its convenient, and I know that he often uses it for comfort, not for a meal. So is that reason to keep BF? In the same breath, is it enough reason to wean?
One other thread on here, someone said "WHO" recommends BF until 2. Well I'm here to tell you I'm not going another 15 months!!! I feel quite proud of myself for going 9 months, after wanting to give up after 2 weeks! Some other posters make it sound like if you don't go at least 1 year, or don't go 2 years then you might as well have put them on the bottle to start. That doesn't seem right?
I do like the connection, and our time together while BF, and when nothing will calm him down, the boob always does...but it can't be really good to just give him the boob whenever he's upset, right? He needs to self soothe and find other ways of comfort. Am I wrong? Or am I just trying to rush things that will come naturally later?
The thought of being free of BF is a nice one. So why is it so hard to let go? :(:(:(
i totally feel you on this one babywez. You have done BRILLIANTLY to go for this long. Don't feel guilty if you don't want to go for 2 years. Remember that the WHO recommendations are made in reference to babies all over the world who aren't as fortunate as we are to be able to get healthy, nutritious fresh food and clean water. It is important for these bubs to keep bfing for as long as possible because it might be the only nutritious thing they are getting at all! Does that make sense? Remember as well that by two years we are talking maybe one BF a day. If you can do it, then great, but as far as I am concerned, as long as he is getting a nutritious variety of food, and lots of clean water then you won't be doing him a disservice by not bfing that long. That's my opinion, at any rate. You are a good Mummy. You are doing beautifully. :)
As for the formula feeding during the day thing, you can do that but introduce it gradually so as not to scare your poor boobies into mastitis-land. It's probably a good way to start the weaning process, actually. If he won't drink from a bot, he can always have formula in a cup during the day when he has his lunch or whatever.
ay ay ay smilie police!
Mrs Molly Coddle
02-04-2009, 16:23
Oh :hugs: K8Y - hope you are feeling better soon.
:yelclap:MOS for the lounge - bargain bunny!
Well DD is still sick - really runny nose and cough. No temp tho but I think this must be a result of the flu jab, either that or a major coincidence. Now I've got a sore throat and runny nose so hope I'm not getting it too.
Got to go back for her booster - supposed to be in a months time but as we are in the UK then, the Dr said to go back before we leave. So I've booked her in for the Sat - we leave on the Tues night - do you reckon she'll have the same reaction? Do you think I could possibly leave it till we get back or does leaving a 6 week gap between jabs make it useless????
Just text my sis in the UK - she's just started IVF and went yesterday for a scan and only has 3 follicles instead of the 10-20 she should have. She has to go back Friday to see if she gets anymore - feel so sorry for her, and useless that I am so far away. It must be serious as she's taken the rest of the week off sick (and she never does that unless she's dying).:no:
Poor DD and yourself :( I hgope you guys feel better soon. As for the jab thing, probably be best to do it before you go I should think, but it's not going to undo any good you've done if you wait until you get back :) Can you get it done over there? Wonder how that might work.
And your poor sister :( My sis was due to start IVF when she fell preg (TTC for 6 years!!) and i'm glad she didn't have to go through it. I can't even begin to imagine how traumatic it would be :( :fingerscrossed: for her :(
Has anyone heard of Appliances Online? We've decided to give front loaders a go and get a combo. It's the best use of our tight space. I hope whichever one we end up getting pushes the tissues to the front like yours tiggles! ;) Anyway there's an LG one in the clearance section of their site reduced from $1,749 to $1,052. When we put our post code in to quote delivery it says it's FREE to our area too... From shoping around, the cheapest I've found elsewhere was around the $1,150 mark PLUS delivery... but I've never heard of the website before. Any ideas anyone? It also says it's in stock and has next day delivery. We're not buying now though but will a week or two before we move in.
We have a space issue also with the new house. No laundry AT ALL so hoping to squeeze a combo into the bathroom where the washer currently is. Let me know if you hear of a decent one at a good price and I'll do the same!
Aaaannd I had more responses and things but duty calls!!
...Coming!!!
smilie police again. Sheeesh back off!
What a great point from lambkin about the Who's recommendations. We are lucky to be living in a country that has access to such wonderful fresh produce, meat, etc. It's one of those things we often take for granted. And you know what? It's MORE expensive to eat healthy - I've found it VERY exxy to be constantly buying fruit and veg since we eat soooo much of the stuff but so little packages stuff these days. I'm proud to say we are doing this, but it's not easy on the pocket! :rolleyes:
How exciting to be doing a nursery for Elliott lambkin. Maybe we should message each other our decorating ideas, so as not to annoy the others with our chit-chat! :D
A friend has just texted me inviting Sam and I over for a cuppa in the morning which is nice, so we have a date tomorrow. Wohoo! Then an arvo of pureeing as I've just got my Annabel book back and the freezer's looking quite bare, so it's not a minute too soon! Tomorrow I plan to make a veg/tomato and cheese concoction and a lamb casserole concoction. Yummo! DH might get some left-over lamb chops if he plays his cards right! ;) I need to buy a tiny tiny bit of full cream milk though. I wonder if Woolies sell those little mini-cartons... Like 100ml or something. I only need 2 tablespoons. Maybe I should just express enough. We'll see. I might try and express. Or it would be easier to just put cow's milk in it. It won't kill him this close to 12 months old. In our house it's skim long life all the way and I'm not giving him that sh!te. :D
Family dinner night tonight, so as good as it sounds and nice it is to see everyone, I always tend to feel annoyed by the end of it. I don't take to PEOPLE too well these days... THINK OF THE UNIT, THINK OF THE UNIT, THINK OF THE UNIT...!
Back to the BF debate, they should be getting fair bit of milk each day, but when does it drop off again? Just wondering at what point it would become 1 feed in the morning and 1 feed at night. I plan to intro cow's milk but I'm not going to force him to have a certain amount each day. He will eat green leafy veg and nuts (when he's old enough) and other calcium sources. I am on the other side of the BF fence to you Babywez and feel self conscious admitting to people I still BF so close to 12 months. I intend to continue night feeds until around the 18 month mark if possible but I often read ad hear a lot of judgemental comments about BF a child past 12 months. I feel quite embarrassed by it really.
Well the family has arrived to best get going. :rolleyes: Chat later. :wave:
yay i have my lap top back again. mos i like you am still BF. and im going to continue for as long as she wants. Dont feel embarrassed by it. Kara has a morning and night feed. She has plenty of dairy in other sources (100-150mls in her cereal, 200g yoghurt etc) and drinks water the rest of the time.I was discussing the cows milk thing with a friend (she has had her 11mth old on it for the last 2months) and her doctor said they only recommended not starting cows milk before 12mths because of the amount of iron they need, so as long as they are getting iron in other foods then its fine to give them cows milk. must go the older one is destroying my DVD's.
I think part of my reservations for stopping BF is that I'm not really sure what he's supposed to have. Do I go to cow's milk, formula? How much a day? I'm trying to read as much about it online as possible but I'm not getting anywhere. One website said 9-12 months they still need 3 milk feeds a day. So if I do BF in the am and pm, can he have cows milk in the middle? I also read some recipes for bubs on a site I think lambkin posted a long time ago...some of those meals...well lets just say I don't put that much effort into OUR meals let alone Nick's!
Anyway, we're having tacos tonight, so I guess he'll get some of his lamb/veg stuff that I have frozen.
I can't believe it has literally rained ALL DAY. It has not stopped once. It has eased up, but has just been continuous. If tomorrow is like this I might pull my hair out!
MOS I don't have a problem w/ ppl BF for 18-24 months if that's what they want to do. I just wish the people who thought you were evil for stopping sooner would back off. I think anything past about 3 though is a bit weird. But maybe I'm being a hypocrite by thinking that and judging them when I don't want to be judged. I don't know.
babywe i found this on another site:Once you start adding solids to his diet, his daily intake of formula milk should gradually decrease to about 720ml / 24oz. The Food Standards Agency recommends that once your baby is established on solids, he should be having approximately 600ml / 20oz or one pint of formula milk per day alongside a varied diet until he is a year old. After the age of one, he can move from drinking formula milk to full-fat cow's milk. Kara has cows milk in her breakfast. When i was at woolies today the older lady in front of me was complaining about her daughter and how picky she was and wouldnt let her give her grandson food (didnt quite hear what it was) and the check out lady, she was about the same age said sounds like a first child she will be more relaxed with her second. and the other lady agreed mums these days need to relax and do what they feel like they did back then and not listen to the crap thats out there these days.
BeautifulBoys
02-04-2009, 19:10
Hey :wave:
MOS :goodvibes: Thankyou.......the afternoon did get better,I dont think hes a morning person...haha
Great news about you new lounge suite fantastic! 9 weeks until you are in your unit...WOW:smiliedance:(did I read that right)......you made me laugh...think of the UNIT...UNIT...UNIT :laughing:
K8y....How you doing hun?
BeautifulBoys
02-04-2009, 19:17
I think part of my reservations for stopping BF is that I'm not really sure what he's supposed to have. Do I go to cow's milk, formula? How much a day? I'm trying to read as much about it online as possible but I'm not getting anywhere. One website said 9-12 months they still need 3 milk feeds a day. So if I do BF in the am and pm, can he have cows milk in the middle? I also read some recipes for bubs on a site I think lambkin posted a long time ago...some of those meals...well lets just say I don't put that much effort into OUR meals let alone Nick's!
Anyway, we're having tacos tonight, so I guess he'll get some of his lamb/veg stuff that I have frozen.
I can't believe it has literally rained ALL DAY. It has not stopped once. It has eased up, but has just been continuous. If tomorrow is like this I might pull my hair out!
MOS I don't have a problem w/ ppl BF for 18-24 months if that's what they want to do. I just wish the people who thought you were evil for stopping sooner would back off. I think anything past about 3 though is a bit weird. But maybe I'm being a hypocrite by thinking that and judging them when I don't want to be judged. I don't know.
Dinner sounds yummy :chef:
A lady at my Mums grp her wee fella weaned himself @ 9months old he wouldn't take formula or cows milk.....Im guessing as our babies approach 10/11months old weaning them from Breastmilk onto cows milk should be ok.....I know they say 12months because the gut isn't mature enough......C38 might know....
:hugs:
Well a couple of months ago at the dr, I mentioned that I thought I'd BF until I could wean on to cow's milk, and said, "That's at 12 months, right?" and she said, "Sometimes earlier" but we didn't elaborate on it b/c he was only 6 or 7 months at that point.
As for parents being more relaxed these days, like they were "back then"...I feel like food is so much worse for us these days! I think about my grandparents and even parents generation to an extent, and think they had healthier, more natural foods, and exercised so much more than we do - they had to walk a lot of places (uphill both ways barefoot in the snow and all that). I think we HAVE to be more careful these days b/c there's so much CR@P out there! That said, I probably will be more relaxed with the next one, it just seems everything you read online freaks you out about everything!
Somewhere along the line I have gotten hooked on The Biggest Loser. I only started watching a couple of weeks ago, I think I was feeding Nick and nothing else was on TV. I loved the episode last night, too MOS. They all looked amazing! And what a shock it would have been for their loved ones. I can't believe 23 year old Andrew had a STROKE last year! And look at him now!
yay i have my lap top back again. mos i like you am still BF. and im going to continue for as long as she wants. Dont feel embarrassed by it.
Thank you... wish you could tell that to those who don't agree! By the way, when I mention people being anti BF past a certain age, I mean in real life. I'm not implying any of you have been judgemental at all. You're all very supportive, as Babywez said. :hugs:
When i was at woolies today the older lady in front of me was complaining about her daughter and how picky she was and wouldnt let her give her grandson food (didnt quite hear what it was) and the check out lady, she was about the same age said sounds like a first child she will be more relaxed with her second. and the other lady agreed mums these days need to relax and do what they feel like they did back then and not listen to the crap thats out there these days.
Which Woolies? Prob my MIL! :rolleyes: Just joking...
And BB, we've shortened my chant now to "TOTU" so nobody knows what we're saying. :laughing: Tonight after dinner, the SIL called asking DH to pick up her daughter from the train station. He drops off or picks up one of her kids about 4-5 times a week! So I say "TOTU"...! :laughing: It's because we're HERE and we ANSWER THE PHONE! :hair: At the unit, we can just not answer! :D
Babywez i agree with our comments about parents being more relaxed back then (my comp wont let me quote tho), i was shocked my mum didnt join in the discussion. Im always teling her not to give the girls things.mos i know what you mean people seem shocked when i tell them im still BF Kara. but i tell them thats what she wants.
Mrs Molly Coddle
02-04-2009, 20:59
Still BFing also and had my first awkward moment in the parent's room about a month ago I guess. A woman sort of looked at me and said "how old?" (as people tend to do..) and I said "about 9 months" and she said "Oh... and you're still BFing??" and kind of stared at me like I was insane. I just said "Well it's cheaper than formula.." but you know, I SHOULD have said something else. I do try and make a point of BFing in public when he is hungry (even if it just means not going into the cubicle in the parent's room) just to try and normalise it a bit, but I feel SO embarrassed most of the time. he is so wriggly and my boobs are huge so it's kind of like bad slapstick most of the time. But still. BFing sucks but I love it. I'll BF until he weans, I think, but am hoping that's sooner rather than later if I'm honest.
MOS - Don't get me started on nursery decoration ideas or I shall bore you to tears!
Have a question for you all. How do you wash bubs hair?? Might seem silly but El has always been kind of a baldy, and he's only recently got that 'stinky hair that needs a wash' smell. I bought some 'Honey I Washed the Kids' soap from Lush (hand made, over priced but gorgeous beauty stuff) and have been using that cause i'm scared anything else will hurt his eyes. Any tips? He's very squirmy and is too clingy to shower with, so he's in the bath.
Also noticed over the last couple of weeks that his hair is starting to curl at the back. not sure if this shall be a blessing or a curse - we'll see..
Elliot and i are staying at mum's tonight. I had the most disgusting gastro virus thing night before last and yesterday, and DH came home early with it today so we thought we'd let him have the whole bed. Poor thing. My niece has it also but fortunately DS seems to be okay. So much vomit. :no:
Mrs Molly Coddle
02-04-2009, 21:00
ps. Elliot is 10 months old tomoz woo! can't believe it! And yesterday he said 'book' so we are all very excited and convinced he will grow up to be a librarian.
WOW 10mths... My wee man will be 9mths next week and that seems OLD!
As for hairwashing, I use either J&J no tears or Avada. I have one of those shower hose thingies that goes on the tap, and have always sprayed G with it. He doesnt fuss about water on his face, but I tend to put my hand on his forehead as I rince. No doubt when he gets older it will get harder. Though if I want to give his scalp a good scrub I tend to get him in the shower with me, as hes clingy too..so I can scrub his head firmly then just turn so hes under.
So cute re the word book. Maybe he will be a writer:D
I'm still BF too. I dont care about people in public. G likes to lift my top, pull of and generally flash my boob to the world. I'm over caring about it. Even my mum dosent seem to get nery when out with us now. I'm happy to feed and hope to until he self weans, even if thats a couple of years. If he getting towards 3 then maybe Ill think about putting a halt to it...but who knows... Way its going Ill probably be BF him to sleep of a night until hes 15:rolleyes:
Babywez if you wean now, you should use formula and about 600-800ml depending upon food/water intake. Once he gets to 11mths (or close to) you could start substituting one bottle/cup/BF for cowsmilk and grade up. The reason they dont recomend cows milk pre 12 months is it as no added iron or vitamins, it actually stops iron absorbtion so if they havent fully established diet and are taking quite a few of their calories as milk then they are missing out on iron. And also because it is high in protein which is taxing on the wee ones kidneys.
BB I'm glad your day got better.:goodvibes:
Yay Sums pulled herself up against the couch last night :yelclap:
Thanks ladies, plenty of rest yesterday and am feeling better. Though have so much uni to catch up on and an exam on Monday evening :rolleyes:
c38 Gabe is lucky to have you! Wouldn't it be nice if we could keep our bubs wrapped in bubblewrap :laughing:
BB awwww it's so much harder with 2 bubs. You're a great mum :hugs:
lambkin :laughing: or an author!
I think we're not so relaxed these days because of the extent of information out there these days. Things we know now that weren't known 'back then'. I feel I'm always saying no we can't do that or she can't this because.... and mum goes oh, well, we didn't know that back then! The internet has helped alot in getting that information out there.
DP and I had a chat
'oh god I think I spy a cockroach in the window sill arrrhhhhhhhh'
ahhh no a little gecko....
and we are going to start trying for bub no. 2 at the end of the year :smiliedance: Am so excited. More motivation to lose the rest of the weight. I've found a gym buddy and we're both signing up at the local gym. DP is signed up there but never goes, so we're cancelling his and signing me up so it's like we're out no extra expense IYKWIM.
Anyway best go, lots of uni to try and squeeze in while Sums is napping.
Hi :wave:
Only been a few days since I've been on & a million pages to read :ecomcity:
MOS -Your lounge sounds great & so good to get it at such a good price.
k8y -Yay for Summer standing :yelclap: Hope you continue to feel better. How exciting about thinking about TTC.
BB -Hope you have a better day today.
Lambkin -Yay for new words :smiliedance: and not sure if I've said it already or not, but congrats on the house! I also use the J&J no more tears shampoo.
MBQ -It must be so exciting to be coming home, but sorry she's not doing well & has to go back to hospital. Hope whatever they do this time works for her.
Oconky -I didn't put Chais's birthday in, but I think you know it, 8/5/08.
Bella -Hope DD is feeling better. I was going to say the same as c38 -the flu shot won't cause it as it's not a live one. I'm going to get Chais done. Might even try & go this afternoon.
Well I had my glucose test yesterday & it came back high, 11.2, so I've got to have the long, fasting one. My 1st one has come back high with all of them though, and then the second one has been fine, so hope this one will be OK.
Just wanted to say also, with their car seats, probably common sense, but , make sure when you tighten them & pull on the strap between their legs, that you pull straight up, not to the side. I picked up my new car & took it to the fitting place to have his seat put in properly, & they noticed that the bit between his legs was fraying a bit. He said this is very dangerous & from me pulling to the side. Which makes sense as in my old car Chais was in the middle, so I probably did pull to the side to tighten instead of straight up. So he has to send it off to safe & sound to be fixed. Thay only had 1 loan seat left & it had to be forward facing as Chais was too long for that particular seat to be rear facing (he's still rear facing in his seat). He didn't know what was going on :laughing: Just sitting there looking around, with the strangest look on his face.
He's also teething again. Been so grizzly & clingy & I just changed the most horrid nappy!
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 12:36
K8y.........That is exciting :goodvibes:.......I must say Summer is so gorgeous! She looks really long too...
I haven't measured Casey's length for ages..
C38 :laughing:...thats funny..... BF till Mr G till hes 15yrs old...Hahaha....I sell bodyshop products from home now,so if you are interested in having a party let me know(get some great discounts & free products)...can do one for mums & bubs as they have a beaut range....The baby products are paediatrician approved,alcohol free,derm tested,no artificial colours or perservatives...:thumbsup:...
Kotokai...... :fingerscrossed: Hope the next test is ok...
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 12:39
Well Casey has a rash(did I mention that yest?) hahaha I forget....
He was unsettled last night,little warm...gave him some panadol & milk,maybe a virus....see how he goes hes asleep now went down early as he missed his morning nap....
I put him on my scales....he weighs about 11.5kgs :eek:..........hahaha.........or close to it,he'll loose some when he starts walking...Jake is 15kgs...:D
Not much else to report......:flowerz:
I"ve just had 4 hours to myself! I spent almost 2 of it cleaning and STILL didn't get everything done I wanted to, but was pretty over it all by then. Plus Chicago is on channel 7 so I've been watching that!
Nicklas is with grandad and grandma, and I haven't had any "rescue us!" calls yet, so I'm about to call and see how they're doing. I have a few things to do at the store, so might do them on my way to get him. As nice as it has been, it has gone so quickly, and I miss the little guy!
Glad its Friday, although DH has to work in the am so I'm taking Nick to swimming classes. He missed last week bc he was sick and DH was looking fwd to tomorrow until he remembered work.
Rambling now, so will check in later! :wave:
Mum of Midgeys
03-04-2009, 14:27
Typed a massive post this morning, then left the computer for a bit as Khirra woke, went back and thought it was on 'power save', so I turned the computer 'on' to get it back up, but it shut down. Sigh. Always the way in the middle of a post!
K8y - So glad you're feeling better hun, must've been so hard trying to look after Sums and keep up with Uni work - yukko. Yay for Sums pulling herself up! Clever little miss!:smiliedance: And woohooo for TTC at the end of the year! Very exciting!!! I've only got a pack and a half of Pill left.....
BB - Poor Casey, hope he picks up! My best friend's bubba's a very similar size to Casey - he turns 1 in 11 days and is a bit over 12kgs... I love it, he's such a little man :goodvibes: I have to say, I had to laugh at Jake not liking your pants too, lol, that's very cute. Although I'm sure a little infuriating at the time, haha. I was at the shops yesterday and there was a little boy, about 2-3 on the ground in the middle of the isle. I walked past and his poor Mum was crouching next to him trying to talk calming through gritted teeth "No, you are not a dog, now get UP". To which the boy was replying that yes indeed he was a dog, so he really did need to be on all fours on the ground, lol. I just looked at Kiz and said 'I can't wait for you be a toddler. Really.' lol
Babywez - Has the rain eased down there today? We had rain all this morning but it's stopped this arvo. We're pretty flooded again... though hopefully it washes the snake (just a python) that keeps coming up to the chicken shed away *shudders*. Must have been nice to have a few hours to yourself!
Lambkin - I use the J&J No Tear Top to Toe, so I just wash her all over with it, and use a bucket to pour water over her head. She thinks it's a fantastic game, lol. Then about once a week I rub in some Baby Oil in her hair, cos it seems to get a bit dry...
Kotakai - Hope the 2nd test is fine hun! Sounds like it should be if it follows suit with the others! Haha, Khirra did the same when we turned her forward a few weeks ago - kept looking at us like 'what is happening??'
MOS - How was your date this morning?
And :hugs:s for all the sick bubba and :yelclap: for all the bubbas taking steps! Gosh, where have our little helpless bundles gone?? We seem to have gone and gotten ourselves toddlers somewhere along the line :cool:
Khirra seems to be making a deliberate attempt not to walk, lol. She can stand herself up, she can crouch back down, she can stand on her own. But, she chooses not to stand herself up now, and if we let go of her hand so she can stand on her own, she'll give you a cheeky smile and lower herself back down and crawl away, lol. Like, she can walk quite steadily now if she's just holding on to my finger with one hand, and all my finger is really doing is acting as a comfort, but as soon as it's not there, she drops herself? I'm not bothered, it just surprises me when she was so determined with the crawling and standing. But I think she thinks that crawling gets her places fast, which is always Khirra's main concern, lol, so she's going with what she knows. All in good time anyway... I'm not keen on her being able to walk down the yard towards that bl00dy snake...
Have been organising a guest list for Khirra's birthday party since it's next month :eek: Are there just the 3 May babies? Chais, Dylan and Khirra? Or have I missed someone? Not that's it's relevant to anything, I was just wondering, lol.
Anyhoo. Should be cleaning the bathroom while Khirra is sleeping. Ugh.
[quote=k8y;3618332]k8y, wonderful news on TTC. Maybe we'll be back in the same due in threads again since I'm STILL waiting on AF to return... :rolleyes:
Waiting to see if the IL's are going out. DH has asked them but the MIL said she doesn't know.
Kotakai, I hope this next test comes back OK for you. I have a friend who's currently PG with her FOURTH and she has had BOTH tests come back high so has started a special diet. I hope this doesn't happen to you. :fingerscrossed:
babwez, are you still off to Ikea tomorrow? I'm going with a friend. DH is working so I'm picking up my friend around 9:30. Sam should sleep for most of the way around. I'm going to get 2 wooden shelves to paint and hang on Sam's wall. I can't wait! :smiliedance: Do you ladies realise you've got another 9 weeks of me talking about this ALL THE TIME?! :rolleyes:
BB I hope Casey's rash isn't anything too bad.
We too are going to turn Sam soon I think. I'm getting the Maxi Rider car seat put in my car and the current one in DH's car. We'll do it soon I think. Sam's feet touch the seat now and today when I was trying to put him in the car he stretched out his body so stiff I couldn't bend him to get him to sit in the seat. The little rat bag wouldn't relax so I could get him in. I still haven't figured out how to move the strap so still need to bend him under it... Time for the swap-around I think!
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 16:23
I"ve just had 4 hours to myself! I spent almost 2 of it cleaning and STILL didn't get everything done I wanted to, but was pretty over it all by then. Plus Chicago is on channel 7 so I've been watching that!
Nicklas is with grandad and grandma, and I haven't had any "rescue us!" calls yet, so I'm about to call and see how they're doing. I have a few things to do at the store, so might do them on my way to get him. As nice as it has been, it has gone so quickly, and I miss the little guy!
Glad its Friday, although DH has to work in the am so I'm taking Nick to swimming classes. He missed last week bc he was sick and DH was looking fwd to tomorrow until he remembered work.
Rambling now, so will check in later! :wave:
Glad you had some "alone time" :goodvibes:
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 16:32
Casey rash has not got any worse & he seems ok in himself which is good,little cranky @ times likes to be held alot....
Oh man.......I just feel a bit blur....like Im over IT :hair:...........I said to DH I want to go back to work full time put the kids in care....as I just cant handle Jacob when hes having his "moments" I have to constantly watch Jacob around Casey as he pushes him over/out of the way....snatches everything off him...Casey is now at the age where he cracks it :crying:gets frustrated & crys......I then in turn pick him up.....I think alot of it is jealously.....so thats why Jake is playing up latley....hes so sensitive,I have my washing pile on the floor folded to go away & I said dont step on it Jake..(nice tone) he cryed....awww.....I said im not growling at you,he then says Im a naughty boy ........ I feel guilty...he has been hitting me & DH....I know its because he gets a smack off me when he's really naughty :o ...........I know hes only 3.5yrs old still learning,they get frustrated easy...dont understand why I have to spend time with Casey....Jacob is very sensitive like I said,his feelings get hurt easy...:(.....................no wonder im tired!
Another whinge...............:no:
Mum of Midgeys
03-04-2009, 18:15
:hugs::hugs: BB
My friend's eldest is 4, and he sounds very similar to Jake in behaviour, and for the same reasons. My friend (we'll call her 'K' cos I'm going to get sick of typing 'my friend' actually broke down picking him up from CC the other day, as he was being particularly defiant... not coming to the car when she asked him, yelling at her, hitting her, lashing out the other kids, etc, etc.
At home he's very rough towards her DS2 (incidently whose name is Jake :D) and it's really just to gets K's attention. While she's not looking he'll do things like stand right above him and peg a ball at his head, or knock him over as he walks past - in a way that he's not, in his mind, hurting him directly - like he can say 'I didn't touch him!!' but he's still getting a reaction.
I wish I could say something to help hun, but I don't really have any advice... just wanted you to know it's not just Jakey... although I know you know that ;)
Maybe going back to work would be the space you need :yes:
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:hugs: BB. I don't know what to say but think of the good times? Could you put Casey in care or take him to stay with someone for an hour or 2 and have some alone time with Jake? It will pass though I bet. :hugs:
Well I spoke to my mum tonight. My brother (her oldest boy, 12 years old) has stayed living with his dad (my EX step dad) and he moved to Newcastle. The step dad is a massive control freak and plays mind games, etc. Anyway my brother's starting to see his games for what they are and doesn't like him very much ATM. He cried to my mum on the phone and said he doesn't want to stay with him anymore and his dad won't let him do anything and is always saying the same things over and over again. He did this to mum for years and us at work. He just repeats himself OVER and OVER until you feel like you're going NUTS and just agree with him to shut him up. It's awful. And now my brother's realised what he's like. My mum said she'd offered to have him live with her and the offer will always stand but he's begged her not to say anything. Oh well. I hope one day his dad realises how controlling he is and how he's lost everyone in his life because of it. He thinks we're all crazy - he's an IDIOT. He makes you FEEL like you're crazy but that's about as far as it goes.
Ooh! Forgot about Sam's puree. I made him a lamb casserole from the Annabel book but still need to go and puree and freeze it. He's just fallen asleep so best get going and get it done. :wave:
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 18:59
BB
My friend's eldest is 4, and he sounds very similar to Jake in behaviour, and for the same reasons. My friend (we'll call her 'K' cos I'm going to get sick of typing 'my friend' actually broke down picking him up from CC the other day, as he was being particularly defiant... not coming to the car when she asked him, yelling at her, hitting her, lashing out the other kids, etc, etc.
At home he's very rough towards her DS2 (incidently whose name is Jake ) and it's really just to gets K's attention. While she's not looking he'll do things like stand right above him and peg a ball at his head, or knock him over as he walks past - in a way that he's not, in his mind, hurting him directly - like he can say 'I didn't touch him!!' but he's still getting a reaction.
I wish I could say something to help hun, but I don't really have any advice... just wanted you to know it's not just Jakey... although I know you know that
Maybe going back to work would be the space you need
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Thanks hun....I know there are so many other mums/dads going through all the same things,infact my close friends are aswell we often chat(moan;)) about our kids........it will become easier as the boys get older.........when they are both at School I will go back part time...Being a Hairdresser I plan to work from home,Jake is really a beautiful boy with a big heart,he can now say I LOVE YOU MUMMY :cloud9: & I taught him that.....I guess some days are harder than others ya know,maybe Im in a bad mood & if hes in a bad mood...not a good mix..
:goodvibes:
BeautifulBoys
03-04-2009, 19:05
:hugs: BB. I don't know what to say but think of the good times? Could you put Casey in care or take him to stay with someone for an hour or 2 and have some alone time with Jake? It will pass though I bet. :hugs:
Well I spoke to my mum tonight. My brother (her oldest boy, 12 years old) has stayed living with his dad (my EX step dad) and he moved to Newcastle. The step dad is a massive control freak and plays mind games, etc. Anyway my brother's starting to see his games for what they are and doesn't like him very much ATM. He cried to my mum on the phone and said he doesn't want to stay with him anymore and his dad won't let him do anything and is always saying the same things over and over again. He did this to mum for years and us at work. He just repeats himself OVER and OVER until you feel like you're going NUTS and just agree with him to shut him up. It's awful. And now my brother's realised what he's like. My mum said she'd offered to have him live with her and the offer will always stand but he's begged her not to say anything. Oh well. I hope one day his dad realises how controlling he is and how he's lost everyone in his life because of it. He thinks we're all crazy - he's an IDIOT. He makes you FEEL like you're crazy but that's about as far as it goes.
Ooh! Forgot about Sam's puree. I made him a lamb casserole from the Annabel book but still need to go and puree and freeze it. He's just fallen asleep so best get going and get it done. :wave:
Yes thanks MOS...Casey now goes to Nanas on weds morning while I take Jake to Pre kinda...he loved it last wed :cloud9:I try & spend alone time with him when Casey is asleep but I also need to get things done around the house.....
It will pass....another phase its all new for Jacob,this new brother in his life he used to be the centre of attention now its share this do that....so I do understand what my little man must go through,as soon as I hear Casey cry I say what did you do Jacob,or what happen Jake.....sometimes he prob hasn't done much but nudge Casey out of the way but Casey is over being pushed around so he cracks it....& of course I come running,poor Jake gets told off & I pick Casey up....that must make a 3yr old feel sad....so I make sure I give him lots of kisses & cuddles aswell,I read self help books you name it...but at the end of the day your on your own....
Oh that sounds yummy...:goodvibes:
ohh how exciting k8y....we are going to start ttrying and the begining of next year...the time will fly quickly!!!
kotakai:fingerscrossed: the next test is fine.
BB- :hugs: poor you, Jake and Casey must be hard at times.
MOS- I love the fact that you shortened your mantra!
ems- love the fact that Khirra doesn't seem to want to walk, soo cute.
had agood day today DH and I went for a walk and then we did some shopping and bought new joggers, had lunch out which was nice.
Pip's new thing is ta- she will even give me her dummy when I say ta and hold out my hand it is very cute.
about the car seats I haven't turned mine yet, we are getting a forward facing seat in the hire car in Perth next week, so it will be interesting to see if she likes being forward and also how she goes going back to facing backwards...might have to change it then.
rambling now.
BTW hope you are all fine up the sunshine coast way....
You know how I was saying we gave away a few things before we left Noosa? Wellmy washing machine went to Kin-Kin and apparently Kin-Kin is no more... :no: The truck driver from work lived in Kin-Kin. Hope he's OK... Tiggles, is the bridge from Tewantin into Noosaville under yet?
:hugs: BB sounds like a lot of work. Wouldn't it be nice if we could all afford housekeepers so we could one on one more with our wee ones :rolleyes: Hope tomorrow is a better day :goodvibes: I will def do a body shop party too! but I want to wait until uni is over as I just don't have the time.....
lambkin meant to say, we just use J & J too, all over stuff so don't use a separate shampoo atm. Though will worry about that when she actually gets some hair lol (there's not much there!).
MOS all that new stuff sounds so exciting. Bring on talking about it, I love hearing about new things. Post pics too when you get in and start setting things up.
We're doing pics all through our kitchen reno's so I'll post all that as we go along.
Hope your AF returns soon :fingerscrossed:
oconky you will be TTC at same time as us - maybe we might be in the due in threads together lol. How quickly did you fall PG the first time? we were straight away! so exciting. Wondering if it will be harder this time.
ems only a pack and half of the pill left :detective: so maybe TTC in about 6 months - is that right? actively TTC? or if it happens it happens sort of thing?
Made scrummy cupcakes for DP this arvo. There the vanilla cupcake recipe from the Magnolia Bakery in New York from the Sex and the City. Amazing - perfect vanilla cupcakes.
Oh got to go. Sums very whingy. Needs a bottle and bed. Routine a bit late this evening as we had to stick a 3rd nap in there somewhere because she only slept for 25 mins for her morning nap :rolleyes:
You know how I was saying we gave away a few things before we left Noosa? Wellmy washing machine went to Kin-Kin and apparently Kin-Kin is no more... :no: The truck driver from work lived in Kin-Kin. Hope he's OK... Tiggles, is the bridge from Tewantin into Noosaville under yet?
MOS - did Kin Kin get flooded, I havent seen the local news?
The bridge is OK, but McKinnin Drive (main rd to our house flooded in 4 places yesterday), I picked Ariel up from school early and driving through the flooding road was not fun... just near home the road had over 8 inches of fast running water, I watched a piddly Corolla drive through it, was about 50 metres long, so I know my big girl (Holden Commodore wagon) could do it, but bloody scary. Our whole property was 4-6 inches under water. News is more of the same tommorrow or Sunday.
I got drenched putting out rows of bricks trying to divert water from the house (DH was at work), got dry and then realised the guinea pigs were still on the grass, had to plod up to the shed and get their little cage to put on the verandah...drenched again, even with a big rain coat and my hot pink gumbies.
NOTE TO SELF - we will spend the $15k to get drainage sorted on our property, must call the bank this week!
Both girls are sick, Ariel has a flu bug, and Celeste was up all last night vomiting...this stopped this morning and now very mucky nappies, poor little chook. I got about 2 hours sleep last night.
Srry no other personals, just very tired.
Mum of Midgeys
03-04-2009, 20:27
Aww BB, we all know he's a beautiful kid, and they all do it :goodvibes: Just wait until they're working with each other to conspire against you :laughing::p
Oconky - "ta" is so cute!!! Kiz has started doing it, but selectively, lol. My DD seems to be very strong willed...great. lol.
K8y - Nooo, only month a half left... not the whole box :eek::smiliedance:...that's me being scared and excited at the same time, lol. We're planning the month of June to be a write off and hoping my body just gets into gear, then officially trying in July....
I want those cupcakes, I'll be round tomorrow. :laughing:
MOS - I think your washing machine would be well and truely washed out to sea... it was horrible on the news what those poor people experienced!
I'm a bit bored. Footy on TV and DP is playing golf on the Wii... who invented those darn machines.
Well Sam had BETTER sleep through WHEN HE ACTUALLY FALLS ASLEEP! :hair: I went apesh!t at DH too... Sam woke within 5 mins of being put down. I settled him but not fully, then when I left he went nuts again. I was trying to get the puree done so DH came and got him and held onto him while he screamed for me the whole time. I stuck my head in to let DH know I'm almost done, so will just be a few mins and he goes off at me because when Sam sees me he starts up again... which he did. So I left the room in a tantrum. Then I left a mess in the kitchen and took Sam, took me an hour to settle him, sobbing and all... Then I went to put him back in the cot and when DH had pulled him out he hadn't put the side down (even though I told him only LAST NIGHT this bugs me!)... so Sam woke again. I plonked him in there and went and did my stuff and let him scream. DH held him and again, the minute I came in he stopped. :rolleyes:
He's in my lap now so better get going and try and make him SLEEP! :hair:
:wave:
tiggles glad to hear all is okay up your way :wave: Gosh can understand you not having done your drainage yet - costs so much :no: hard to spend so much money on something you can't really 'see' so to speak - well until it rains alot anyway!
MOS poor Sam (and you!). Is he overtired?:hugs:
ems :eek: I must have read you wrong. I was thinking you'd said you had a box and half left so I thought 'about 6 sheets, being one month a sheet'. Gosh, how exciting :goodvibes:
The recipe made 24......
I took half over next door to say thank you for looking after Sums on Weds night so DP could go to footy when I was too sick to look after her on my own.
Am sort of watching some Reese Witherspoon movie while DP out in the lounge watching footy. So anti-social of us but sometimes we need our alone time too, so this is nice.
Tomorrow I want to do housework, wash floors, get some purees done and study for Monday's exam.
Is everyone else still separately pureeing foods for their bubs?
I tried just mashing lightly food, but Sums HATES lumps.... :rolleyes: Have gone back to purees for now, but she's gonna have to eat lumpy food eventually! Need to do some different foods for her. Would like to try some white fish, maybe barramundi. Will have to look at my Annabel book tomorrow to see whats in there for 9months+ bubs.
Can anyone here crochet? I would love to do a blanket. A decent size throw for cold days when your on the couch etc. Wondering if anyone has any tips on how to learn or the softest wool to use etc.
No personals, its really late and we had some Friday Night Excitement here tonight!
So DH and I were on the couch, watching Yes Man (Jim Carey, who I normally dislike, but this was pretty good), when I hear a noise out back (we are in a townhouse and have a private backyard/courtyard that is fenced off from both side neighbours and at the back, there's a driveway for another set of townhouses, if that makes sense).
ANYWAY, I hear a noise, which isn't uncommon - the people over the back are noisy. But this was louder than normal. So DH gets up AND THERE ARE 2 KIDS IN OUR BACKYARD!!!!!!!!!
Some guy and some girl, probably 15, 16, said they were on their way home from "youth" and a couple of drunk guys started "chasing" them so they started jumping fences. They'd torn through our neighbour's back yard, over the fence, and into OUR yard!
The girl was actually pretty shaken. I tried to tell them to call the cops, but they wanted to call their friends. So I walked them out front, then they came BACK. Neighbour came out, DH came out, walked them back out front, then I guess they found their friends and were gone.
Scared the CR@P out of me! I honestly never thought anyone would get into our back yard, so we never lock the back door. Yeah, THAT changed tonight!
Ok off to bed. Not sure why, Nick will be up soon! :wave:
:hugs: How creepy babywez.
k8y, no idea re the crochet thing. But Sam does also hate lumps as I've tried lumpy foods but he gags at them. He does however eat PEAS so not sure what that's about. :rolleyes: I'm still pureeing but doing a huge Annabel meal and freezing in my freezer trays so no mixing or thinking when it comes to dinner time.
Sam slept until 6:30am! LONGEST EVER! :smiliedance: Boobies very sore and swollen. Better go get ready for Ikea!!! Oh how can something to SIMPLE make me so EXCITED?! :rolleyes:
BeautifulBoys
04-04-2009, 07:53
MOS............I love Ikea :smiliedance:........its so hard when they are unsettled of a night all you want to do is go to bed yourself :hugs:Glad he slept well in the end.
K8y......Those cupcakes sound yummy alright!
Babywez....thats scarey :eek: I always lock the backdoor now,ya never know who's around....
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Jacob wet the bad last night,no big deal....just changed the linen this morning,didnt go through to the mattress,I have 3 protective layers down..:D........he hasn't worn nappies in 2wks now through the night & that was the first time he wet the bad...accidents happen:cloud9:
Im going to town this morning,just taking Casey,Jake is hanging out with dad...;)
BBL
Hi :ecomcity:ers
Tiggles I hope the rain doesnt get ay worse up there.
Reminds me I must sms Tutti Fruti, she lives in Coffs Harbour. I hope she and the girls are ok. She doesnt get on BuhHUb anymore as funnuliy enough she found it too time consuming..
MOS I think Gabriel and Sam had something going on last evening. He kept waking and crying/screaming too. Went to bed at 8 woke at 10, 1045, 1130... Finally settled in bed with me at some ungodly hour...hmm maybe 1230ish. But then we both slept until 7. My neck and back are kiling me though.
I LOVE Ikea...hmm trying to think of somthing I wan that you can send..hmm Nah. Nothing small. If you could manage to get one of their futons in the post, it would be much appreciated though:D
Babywez, that is totally creepy about those kids. Do you think they were lying about being chased??? Seems all very sus. Teenagers!!
Ok better go, dustbuster has knocked the spareroom door open and its all quiet in there...godness knows what he'll find. That room is where everything gets tossed.
BB will think about a Body Shop party. My friends aren't very good at coming to such things though, and to be honest I can't afford the temptation unless I can find a lot of sales. I'll sus out how interested the friends are.:thumbsup:
Katokai :fingerscrossed: your next gluc test is ok. How's theu/s going do they think bubs is -ve blood group this time???
ops he out of the room...and its poozy song time.... pheww
:eek::eek::eek:Ewwwwwwwww
Whilst I was tipping MR Poozy into the toilet, G had crawled out into my front hallway, where he usualy cant get to due to a gate. I wasn't too worried as I thought he would go to the vacuum cleaner as he's obsessed with it as long as its not going. Anyhow I decided to turn the shower on for me and toyed for a minute with risking leaving him there with the vacuum while I had a quick dip vs bringing him in with some toys and spend my shower trying to keep him amused and away from the toilet (his other obcession). I went to check he was with the vacuum...and saw he had something in his hand. I said "give it to mummy please" (we've been playing a game of please, ta and thankyou) he clasped it tighter and held out the opposite hand then started to crawl off.
When I prised his hand open it was a millipede...ewwww Don't think it has bitten him, but it had been a bit squished and released yuky smelling green stuff into his palm... eww
Needless to say he came into the bathroom whilst I showered.. Rather have him lick the toilet then eat a millipede:o
kotakai :fingerscrossed: for your test.
babywez :hugs: what a fright. Definitely keep that back door locked now.
MOS am making purees today, am going to try the mashed ones again. She had weetbix with milk and mashed banana this morning but gagged on that a bit :rolleyes: even though I'd even crushed the weeties first so it wasn't really all that lumpy. Just different. Fun times ahead :laughing:
What makes good finger food. Sums loves banana but it gets slippery and slimey and she sits in her high chair and chases it around her tray in her efforts to try and pick it up and for some unknown reason it always ends up jammed in her armpit :laughing::rolleyes:
I do give her an arrowroot once in a while or a cruskit. What else does everyone give that is quick and easy?
BB sounds nice - some Casey time!
c38 ewwww millipedes smell worse then ants!!! Lucky he didn't eat it. I have found leaves or bits of fluff from petie's chew toys in Sums mouth before but yes I would rather her lick the toilet bowl too then eat a millipede lol
gross c38...very much prefer the toilet, aparently they are cleanest places in houses as they are the first thing usually done!
tiggles- glad things aren't too bad up there, :fingerscrossed: it doesn't get worse.
:hugs: to bubs that won't sleep.
babywez- scary stuff, hard to know whether they were telling the truth.
well went for a walk today and just missed getting wet.
my exciting news is that I am getting a cleaner :smiliedance:, my thoughts were if I am going back to work, I want to spend my days off with Pip and DH, not spend them cleaning, so I am ringing around on monday to get one. DH is cool with it...though next step, he'll be getting someone to do our lawns!!! ( I do offer but he always does it).
anyway off to finish cleaning....though hopefully for not much longer!
MOS enjoy Ikea
I'd LOVE a cleaner! Lucky lady Oconky! How often will she come in? Even if I could get one for 1 day a week...maybe if I get a job and am working and going to Uni DH will consider it :rolleyes:
Not sure what we're going to do this arvo, but took Nick to swimming this morning. He was out sick last week, so he had fun today. Big smile on his face the WHOLE time. He loves the water so much.
Not sure about the kids last night. The more I think about it in hindsight, the more stupid I feel. Maybe I should have called the police regardless. But was talking with mum this morning about their "story" and she said it sounded like an excuse to her. But why would they be jumping fences? And the girl genuinely seemed very shaken up. Mum said, "Its sad when your first thought is to doubt them, but if they were your kids being chased/harrassed you'd want someone to believe them and help them out."
Anyway, hope THAT never happens again!!!
MOS hope your trip to Ikea has been great! We might wait until next week. DH worked this morning so that's an extra $120 in his paycheck earmarked for Ikea next weekend. Might head down to the surf...supposed to be surfers from all over the country heading to the coast bc of the waves from all this weather. Not sure if they're still good today or not. I could actually really use a nap!
OK third attempt at this post. :banghead:
k8y try the Heinz organics (contradictory, eh?!) rice cakes. Sam doesn't gag - they just go soggy.
Got sh!ts today. Phone woke Sam, MIL walked into room without knocking. Just a reminder privacy does not exist in this house. :hair:
TOTU, TOTU, TOTU.
Got Sam to sleep but he woke when the kids were dropped here to be babysat & they set up cricket with wheelie bin outside bedroom window. Trying to get back to sleep as very tired still. He's clinging to me right now.
The youngest niece gets so in his face even though you tell her to move back, so after the MIL's told her 3 times to step back, I go and tell her to listen to her grandmother. DH was telling her the same thing last week and she said sorry but kept on doing it so DH yelled at her "You're not sorry if you keep on doing it after I've told you not to!". She says she's sorry then turns around and does it again. SO FRUSTRATING! She doesn't listen to ANYTHING. :hair:
Ummm... Sam just drifted again but woke as I put him down. :banghead: He's quietly sitting across my lap.
I'm waiting for DH to get home. He's doing HEAPS of overtime today. It's 5:13pm and we're supposed to be at a party which starts at 5. I messaged saying we'll probably be late. He thinks he'll be home around 6-ish and I'm in no mood to go alone. I'm annoyed today. Sam's been woken TWICE this arvo and I'm over it.
TOTU, TOTU, TOTU...
Am going to copy before I hit the post button this time.
oconky, congrats on the cleaner. It will be money well spent when your family time is limited. Both of my SIL's have their house cleaned. One of them only gets it done fortnightly so cheaper.
They're scraping around chairs SO LOUDLY here... Gggrrr!
Mum of Midgeys
04-04-2009, 17:14
Hey girls
Babywez - That would creep me out a bit too... so hard not knowing who to trust these days. It's a bit sad, really.
C38 - *sudder* I hate those things. Kiz nearly picked one up here too. Although just about every morning I'm fight to get to the assorted beetles, moths and praying mantis's before she does, as naturally they end up in the mouth, dead or alive. :rolleyes: Can't wait to move to a place with screens... and a little less wildlife in general.
K8y - Under her armpit??:laughing: Khirra's favourite fruit atm is grapes. I just bite the end of them so she can squeeze the flesh out, and she seems to manage them quite well. I bought some dried apple rings today for her to chew on. Or cheese. Cheese is always a goer.
Oconky - woohoo for the cleaner! Fantastic idea, going back to work and all. If I was, I think I'd try to get one in once a fortnight even, just to do the time-consuming stuff like dusting, etc. Are you looking forward to work a little, or would prefer not to be going back?
MOS... what can I say, but TOTU :hugs:
Okay, gtg, little miss is at me...
Hi All!
We spent the arvo out at Harvey Norman and Good Guys and a couple of other places. We were looking at mattresses in HN, and we both laid on the Tempur Pedic mattress.....DH was pretty sold the second he laid down. A queen will run us $3700 (20% off!). So we talkedto the sales guy and he showed us some "regular" mattresses, ranging from $800-$1500. The thing is, we got our mattress about 16 months ago and it is already really saggy in both the spots we sleep. It was a cheap mattress...a "starter" I guess. I don't mind spending a bit more money to get something that will last 8-10 years. The guy recons the tempur pedic will last about 15. I'm just not sure if they're all they're cracked up to be? I told DH we could get a regular mattress and the desk top computer he saw and liked at HN, or the tempur pedic. After about a second of thinking, the said tempur pedic. Soooooo, I don't know what we're going to do. And I don't know if we could get it now while its 20% off or wait until we get back from the States and re-evaulate. Anyone have one or slept on a tempur pedic?
Even after I told this guy I didn't mind spending more money for a better mattress, he still only showed us mattresses up to $1500...and that would only be about $1200 while they have a sale (for 2 more weeks).
Oh well, I've rambled enogh here...will go google "tempur pedic reviews" or something now! :wave:
k8y- must have posted before at the same time as I missed the armpit thing. I agree with MOS though the rice cakes are good. also on the huggies boxes toddler size (not sure if they are on other sizes) there is a recipe for pear and banana muffins with no added sugar which has gone down well with Pip. it would probably be on the website, but let me know if you want the recipe.
thanks guys, I am excited about the cleaner even if it is just once a fortnight. I am going back 3 days mid May, I don't feel too bad about it, my boss was really cool, I just wish I could do 2 but that is not an option for the long term, but depends on workload I might get 2 days for the first couple of months. I am also thinking thar if I don't like it will just do it til we go to Europe in October and then resign. we don't desparately need the money, but of course will help with the holiday and the mortgage for a while. you spend what you earn don't you!! my other advantage is that I get a laptop with work so DH can stop complaining and take this one to Sydney when he works
MOS- TOTU!!!!! If I hate work my mantra will be TOE (think of Europe!)
oh babywez I think the bed TBH, I would love a new mattress..one of the million things on the list. our one is about 9 years old, DH got it just before we moved in together....if you get a good nights sleep it is worth every penny. obviously see what other ones are around but a good mattress is required for parents I think!!
oh story time...I feel guilty now. Playing soccer tomorrow and orginally the game was at 2.45 in the afternoon but has been changed to 9am in the morning. before the season started I asked mum to look after Pip when DH is at work, all cool. anyway told her the original time during the week and when I got the text today about the change of time, I just forwarded to mum with a ? as if to say is it still OK. anyway she got the sh!ts with the way it was worded ( I didn't do the wording) and didn't text back:hair::hair: I had to ring her this afternoon. she said she figured out I forwarded it on....so why didn't she ring back and make me ring????? ughh makes me think she thinks I am taking advantage of her when I have always asked her before I have committed to something if she minded given DH's shift work, just makes me a bit worried given I am going back to work soon as she will be the carer. will chat to her tomorrow.
sorry for the whinge I am sure she is fine. nothing on what some of you have to deal with!!
anyway Pip's bottle and bed time and then I have to get organised for an early start tomorrow...though with daylight saving changing I am sure Pip will be up early.
hope the rest of the weekend is good girls
:hugs:
BeautifulBoys
04-04-2009, 19:13
C38.....there are so many of those little black thingys around Hobart at the moment,I have them in my house too.....they roll into a ball,harmless I think....
:hugs:Im fortunate Casey's really good @ sleeping through now (im going to jinx myself here I know it:rolleyes:) but in saying that he can have a few nights in a row of waking but Im lucky in that he self settles....its so hard when you have broken sleep nothing worse I think.....
MOS :goodvibes: Just think of the UNIT!!!!!
K8y.....I give Casey,Sultanas,biscuits,Dry rice crackers(sakatas) arrowroot,banana,organic rice crackers,anything I think he can chew on & not choke.....he has all mashed food,he can also eat quite large peices of veges etc,Jacob was a puree boy like Sums....:D......took him awhile before he like chunky food....
BeautifulBoys
04-04-2009, 19:13
k8y- must have posted before at the same time as I missed the armpit thing. I agree with MOS though the rice cakes are good. also on the huggies boxes toddler size (not sure if they are on other sizes) there is a recipe for pear and banana muffins with no added sugar which has gone down well with Pip. it would probably be on the website, but let me know if you want the recipe.
thanks guys, I am excited about the cleaner even if it is just once a fortnight. I am going back 3 days mid May, I don't feel too bad about it, my boss was really cool, I just wish I could do 2 but that is not an option for the long term, but depends on workload I might get 2 days for the first couple of months. I am also thinking thar if I don't like it will just do it til we go to Europe in October and then resign. we don't desparately need the money, but of course will help with the holiday and the mortgage for a while. you spend what you earn don't you!! my other advantage is that I get a laptop with work so DH can stop complaining and take this one to Sydney when he works
MOS- TOTU!!!!! If I hate work my mantra will be TOE (think of Europe!)
oh babywez I think the bed TBH, I would love a new mattress..one of the million things on the list. our one is about 9 years old, DH got it just before we moved in together....if you get a good nights sleep it is worth every penny. obviously see what other ones are around but a good mattress is required for parents I think!!
oh story time...I feel guilty now. Playing soccer tomorrow and orginally the game was at 2.45 in the afternoon but has been changed to 9am in the morning. before the season started I asked mum to look after Pip when DH is at work, all cool. anyway told her the original time during the week and when I got the text today about the change of time, I just forwarded to mum with a ? as if to say is it still OK. anyway she got the sh!ts with the way it was worded ( I didn't do the wording) and didn't text back:hair::hair: I had to ring her this afternoon. she said she figured out I forwarded it on....so why didn't she ring back and make me ring????? ughh makes me think she thinks I am taking advantage of her when I have always asked her before I have committed to something if she minded given DH's shift work, just makes me a bit worried given I am going back to work soon as she will be the carer. will chat to her tomorrow.
sorry for the whinge I am sure she is fine. nothing on what some of you have to deal with!!
anyway Pip's bottle and bed time and then I have to get organised for an early start tomorrow...though with daylight saving changing I am sure Pip will be up early.
hope the rest of the weekend is good girls
:hugs:
Yes im sure she is fine :goodvibes:
Anyone have one or slept on a tempur pedic?
Never heard of a Tempur Pedic but when we first moved to Noosa we got a 100% latex mattress. It was half price as it was ex floor stock and we paid I think about $2,000-$2,500 (?). It was worth EVERY CENT and I still hate sleeping in normal beds. As oconky said, a good nights' sleep is worth every cent. It's an investment. Having said that, have you looked into interest free options? Might give you that little peace of mind until you get back from your trip and you know what money you have left over???
Friend's birthday was good. Stayed up to watch Man City play Arsenal. DH had a free bet on Sportsbet for $50 and put it on City to win. The odds are good as they're the under-dog. If he wins, Sportsbet take their $50 back and he keeps the rest. If he loses, he loses nothing... so I hope we win! :fingerscrossed:
Have a wonderful night all... oops! morning... :rolleyes:
BeautifulBoys
05-04-2009, 09:03
:rolleyes:Told you I would jinx myself C38:laughing:....Casey woke @ midnight ish...screaming :no: milk did the drink though...molers are on the move I think......
:wave: Ladies!
Well, you call all sleep soundly now...we will! on our new mattress!!! Well...in a couple of weeks when we GET it we will!
We went back to HN...honestly their ppl were not much help. Although, we found a queen ensemble reduced by $2000 for the floor model :eek: And a King ensemble reduced TO $2000. But we went to Forty Winks after that and the woman there was SO HELPFUL. Its amazing what good customer service can do! We ended up just buying a mattress (Australian made :thumbsup:) and she knocked a couple hundred off b/c we paid cash. It is sooooooooo nice and I can't wait to get it! :smiliedance: Then we came home and Nicklas put his head on Mike's shoulder and fell asleep. So he put him in his cot, went to take a nap, couldn't sleep. So started fooling around and Nick started screaming. :laughing: Poor DH. Then he was really screaming like he was in pain, so we've given him panadol and some food and I can hear them both laughing downstairs.
Off to Blockbuster and Office works now. Hope yo'ure all having great weekends! :hugs:
BeautifulBoys
05-04-2009, 12:40
Im off to do a Bodyshop party this arvo....:thumbsup:
Just did a Cut & Colour on a friend.....DH got a quick trim aswell he was nagging at me :D
BBL
Thanks ladies for finger food response. I made the mashed foods yesterday and she's had to eat those since and is actually eating them now, lumpy and all. Very happy :yelclap:
She's not doing too bad the past few days with finger foods either, so would like to offer more variety.
oconky I'll have a look for that muffin recipe - sounds good. Easily freezable too, so something I can make a batch of and freeze. Might look for a little muffin bar tray so can make them in bars.
Have to get back to study as an exam tomorrow so sorry for no personals :wave:
Did I mention we were making a butterfly cake for Sums birthday? I'm so excited have decided to go with a whole butterfly theme throughout.
I've also looked into a cake decorating class up here with this great place. Might book me and mum in as a mothers day gift. I like gifts like these as we can have fun and spend time together and mum treasures those sorts of gifts more then just 'stuff' IYKWIM? I give her something that creates a memory!
Best go, am procrastinating on my study :o:D
Hi Everyone :)
It's been ages since I posted I'm not even sure you'll remember me :wave:
I've popped in from time to time to see how everyone is.
Thought it was about time I learned to be social again, so i'll join in on the chat every now and again if that's ok.
Jack is doing really well, very tall, 4 teeth and crawling. Soon to be walking I think. Eating everything that's not nailed down.
I'm going to go back and catch up a bit.
Really nice to be posting again :D:yelclap:
:wave: Hi Magick33! I remember you! :yes: Good to hear from you again.
I made puree'd (& slightly lumpy) veg, tomato & cheese this arvo and froze it. It smelled sooo good! DH has been complaining Sam gets fed better than he does. He's right really but it's hard to cook when Sam's exploring a non-bub-friendly house. I just keep on telling DH to "TOTU"! :D In the unit, the whole bottom floor is open plan with the kitchen so I can close the laundry door and will have a gate at the top and bottom of the stairs so he can't go anywhere. He'll be able to play while I get my stuff done without me constantly picking him up and bringing him back! I so can't wait!
DH and I went to Penrith today. Don't know why but we felt like a change of scenery so walked around Westfield out there. I've never been so it was something new. We got lunch, I got some brown acryllic paint as that's the one colour I can't seem to mix from my other colours properly. Then we came home to an empty house. Yay! :smiliedance: So I've been pureeing and steaming veg for DH for lunch tomorrow. Best get going now and do his sandwich and our juice for the next few days. Chat later.
Bellaleggos
05-04-2009, 16:03
C38 & Tiggles - thanks for your advice re the flu jab. Both DD and I have had rotten colds but I think we're over the worst, tho DD's little nose and cheeks are raw - she's plastered with Nivea at the mo and looks like she's been dipped in flour:laughing:
K8Y - DD still has difficulty with finger foods - and I have difficulty fitting them into the day too! We've progressed to minced and mashed food but I gave her chopped carrots yesterday and they came out the same consistency they went in IYKWIM!
DP has just vacumned the whole house while I steam cleaned the floor, and now I can hear him and DD laughing their heads off in the theatre room at something:D
Sis-in-law and her friend are sunning themselves by the pool before DP takes them to the casino tonight - which means I get a night alone with DD - :smiliedance:
Update on my sis and her IVF - 8 follicles at the last scan but they need to grow a bit more so she goes back Mon for another scan and then the eggs are taken out Weds or Thurs of next week :fingerscrossed:
Hi all,
MOS- open plan is great, they can crawl around everywhere, we just gated off our room and the hallway and she just crawls everywhere...mind you sometimes I would like to gate off the kitchen!
well busy day today had soccer in the morning, we won and then watched the other girls and my brother play with Pip clapping us all day..showing off. broke my boots...the actually studs came off it was a wonder I could still run in them so off to rebel for a new pair this week....i was hoping they would last the season:laughing:
babywez- congrats on the bed- good customer service makes a big difference.
magick33- welcome back glad to hear you are well and Jack is going well.
k8y I like that idea of a cake making/decorating class as a pressie- I might have to steal the idea...I always struggle to get something for mum.
BB- can you do my hair!!!!getting a bit over my hairdresser atm...want something different but she doesn't really suggest anything.
oh well of to prepare dinner for little miss, no idea what I am having and have been unhealthy today...what is the deal with sporting venues only having pies etc to eat...I usually pack something but it was an early start today so did not bother.
BTW get those addresses in for secret birthday!!!!!!:flowerz::flowerz:
Great news re your sis Bella. Our closest friends are starting IVF again. She just went for the blood test this morning (and then we had brekky together afterwards) to check her hormone levels and they think they'll probably inplant an embryo next week. They have a few left from previous cycles so there's no more of the invasive harvesting anymore. They have 2 kids (both from IVF) so they're grateful for what they've got but don't want their embryos to go to waste or go to research, etc.
Ummm... what else? Nothing much. Just finished juicing and everything and Sam's awake. I've drawn some Baby Animals (copied from his quilt) onto a long rectangular canvas and I'm DYING to paint them. I guess I won't get to that until he's asleep... and even then I bet DH will want the light off so that he can get an early night. It took me a week to get the time to draw in pencil onto the canvas but only about an hour to get it done in the end... :rolleyes:
:wave: hi girls, ive fallen behind AGAIN sorry
missed the last 10 pages or more try n catch up a bit tomoz. anyone fill me in on th major stuff?
hi magick i remember u, its so nice when someone pops back in as we often think of all the girls who dropped off chatting
whats going with the secret bday thing ? im in so now what do i do? chais will be getting very close
well dylans been a little porkchop with these damn teeth we seriously never get sleep around here. was thinking the other night that i havent had 3 good nights sleep in a row in about 19 months:eek: im so over it
Hi all,
Well Kara has slept 12hrs a night (doesnt matter what time he put down she still sleeps 12hrs) for the last week :smiliedance:. Ive actually been getting a great sleep which is good because i start my new job tomorrow. Feeling very nervous tho. should be good they all seemed very nice.
Kara has also gone off banana all of a sudden, wont touch it or anything that tastes like it. I see another 2 teeth down the bottom, not sure if that has anything to do with it. She also wont have a bar of pureed food. it has to be lumpy/chunks or she wont eat it.
been trying to keep up but havent had more than 10min alone this weekend. We went to some yabbie races at a little country pub, we had lots of fun, even the girls. we had a late night so all the children are very tired and cranky today.
Forgotten what i wanted to write lol.
has anyone ever wondered what would happen if they just stopped clearing out the empty toilet rolls in their loo? i mean ive been thinking for quite some time that i am the only person in the house (where 4 people plus visitors use the toilet) who actually ever makes the incredibly long walk to the bin with an empty toilet roll. so ive been letting them build up just to see. im on a silent strike. at present there are about 20 empty rolls in there and im thinking surely someone will notice this soon. hmmm i wonder what will happen when they start rolling out the doorway............
BeautifulBoys
05-04-2009, 18:16
:laughing:SMO3....I seem to be the only ones to put the empty rolls in the bin,I must admit im a clean freak so I usually put it straight in the bin....Good to here from you...nothing new here,Casey has 7teeth,cruising around...eating me out of house & home...busy with two boys....Hows the WW going?
I had fish n chips tonight first time in over 6months :p it wasn't too bad....But have to be good for the next 3days as im out for dinner on Thurs night with my girls....its mexican too...
K8y.....Thats great that Sums is eating lumpy food now makes life so much easier....that cake decorating class sounds great too :thumbsup:
Magick33 :wave:Hey I remember you! WELCOME BACK..........
Flick82....Hello,thats great Kara keep it up! :goodvibes:
BeautifulBoys
05-04-2009, 18:19
Hi Magick33! I remember you! Good to hear from you again.
I made puree'd (& slightly lumpy) veg, tomato & cheese this arvo and froze it. It smelled sooo good! DH has been complaining Sam gets fed better than he does. He's right really but it's hard to cook when Sam's exploring a non-bub-friendly house. I just keep on telling DH to "TOTU"! In the unit, the whole bottom floor is open plan with the kitchen so I can close the laundry door and will have a gate at the top and bottom of the stairs so he can't go anywhere. He'll be able to play while I get my stuff done without me constantly picking him up and bringing him back! I so can't wait!
DH and I went to Penrith today. Don't know why but we felt like a change of scenery so walked around Westfield out there. I've never been so it was something new. We got lunch, I got some brown acryllic paint as that's the one colour I can't seem to mix from my other colours properly. Then we came home to an empty house. Yay! So I've been pureeing and steaming veg for DH for lunch tomorrow. Best get going now and do his sandwich and our juice for the next few days. Chat later.
Sorry tell me again what TOTU means:o....sign language .... :laughing:....as you cant say think of the unit...
Its nice to go somewhere different...:goodvibes:
babywez yay! I love new beds. ems would call the tempur pedic an 'investment piece' lol.
SMO3 :laughing: Best of luck with your silent strike. I tried that once - didn't work :no: You have to clean the floor then throw them all back in there :laughing:
oconky sounds like a great match and yes all this talk about rising obesity levels and they still can't sell healthy food? :rolleyes:
MOS your canvas painting sounds like fun. I know how you feel. I started a sketch of Sums months ago and have hardly progressed. No doubt the hobby will fall by the wayside once even more munchkins come along :rolleyes:
Time for one more emoticon - who shall I choose to bestow my personal on:
Bella! :laughing: for the carrots and best of luck for your sister. Hope all goes well!
Back to study...blah.....
BeautifulBoys
05-04-2009, 18:21
C38 & Tiggles - thanks for your advice re the flu jab. Both DD and I have had rotten colds but I think we're over the worst, tho DD's little nose and cheeks are raw - she's plastered with Nivea at the mo and looks like she's been dipped in flour
K8Y - DD still has difficulty with finger foods - and I have difficulty fitting them into the day too! We've progressed to minced and mashed food but I gave her chopped carrots yesterday and they came out the same consistency they went in IYKWIM!
DP has just vacumned the whole house while I steam cleaned the floor, and now I can hear him and DD laughing their heads off in the theatre room at something
Sis-in-law and her friend are sunning themselves by the pool before DP takes them to the casino tonight - which means I get a night alone with DD -
Update on my sis and her IVF - 8 follicles at the last scan but they need to grow a bit more so she goes back Mon for another scan and then the eggs are taken out Weds or Thurs of next week
Have a great night :goodvibes:
Oh yes lots of :wizard: your sisters way!
SMO3, Im pretty lucky, most of the time DF throws the empty toilet rolls in the bin.
but he annoys me because he is uncapable of rinsing things after he has eaten/cooked with it. its so frustrating.
:fingerscrossed: for your sister Bella. We have THREE sets of friends who are having trouble getting PG. I don't know if its b/c we've all left it to "later" in life, or what. Makes me SO much more thankful that we were able to have Nick. One of my friends actually had a MC, or she'd have had a bub a couple of months after I had Nick. So it is hard for me to email her too much about him (she's in England) b/c I feel guilty. They are still having problems now trying to conceive. It makes me so sad for them, though I'm sure they do'nt want/need sympathy. It was funny, b/c on our trip to Europe we stayed with them for a week first up, and both us girls were saying how we weren't ready to be mums, the men were wanting bubs right then and there, and I didn't know I was already PG and she got PG a few weeks later!
Anyway, my point to all that was that we are all so very lucky (blessed? I use that word sparingly) to have our bubs.
K8Y I think your mothers day present sounds WONDERFUL. I have no idea what to get my mum. She's not into stuff like that. I did show her my cards tonight and was surprised that she was encouraging. She's a fairly simple woman. Probably going to the movies would make her happy. Or my sister and I talking again would really make he happy, but I don't know if I can be bothered to put THAT much effort in!
:yelclap:Kara for the sleeping! That is great that you're getting so much sleep Flick! You should be ready and raring to go for work tomorrow! :goodvibes: for your first day. I hope it goes great!
SMO3...I actually laughed out loud at your toilet roll post. DH wanted to know what I was laughing about, so I read it to him and he asked if he ever puts the toilet rolls in the bin, I said I don't think so! You have to take a pic of all those rolls of TP!
I am SO very much looking forward to sleeping in our new bed!!! Unfortunately it'll be another week or two before we get it :(
has anyone ever wondered what would happen if they just stopped clearing out the empty toilet rolls in their loo?
:laughing: Maybe they'll start to grow into a toilet roll tree???!
I want a pink set of number plates. Tey're available from 8th Aprril and some proceeds go to the Jane McGrath Foundation. :yes:
Mum of Midgeys
05-04-2009, 19:38
Evening ladies,
Ummm, where to begin...
Magick - welcome back, always lots of chatter to join in with!
Babywez - Haha, yes, congrats on your 'investment piece'! Wish I could get one of my own!!! Imagine how good your back and neck will feel after sleeping on that!!
Bella - Warmest thoughts for your sister - great news that they've found more. I hope they get the result they're after in the next test.
SMO3 :laughing: I know! DP is generally very domesticated and I can't complain too much, but I hate seeing an empty toilet roll just hanging there.
Maybe you should build them up in a pyramid on the (closed) toilet seat and see what happens with them?? lol :D
Flick - Good luck back at work tomorrow! Glad to hear Kara is sleeping so well, will be a great help getting back into it!
BB - Yum - mexican! My bestie and I were saying the other day we need to get our bums into gear - our babies are turning 1, and we have not yet been for a night out by ourselves, which we swore to we were blue in the face we'd do as soon as I got back from Perth. Need a girl's night!!
MOS - The canvas sounds great! My sister is at me to paint her a canvas for her new house, but it hasn't happened yet... her birthday is in June, might have to try to get one done for then.
Oconky - Bugger about the boots! Oh well, enjoy the new pair! :D
Umm, us this weekend... Khirra saw her first Koala up-close and personal - one came up from the bush in the back to the trees near the house, so that was good. Very cute. They're always around - we hear them grunting at night, but rarely see them. Usually see the possums and the rabbits near the house though...
Have nearly finished my project for Khirra's birthday - I've been doing up a toybox for her. I bought it off Ebay for $30, and have repainted it, my SD has helped me put a cushion on the lid (he restores pianos, so does up the piano stools as well) and I've just got to screw the lid back on tomorrow and put some letters spelling her name on it. Will post a pic when I'm done. Very excited about it :yelclap: Have also got the same material I used for the cushion cover put aside for curtains when we finally move out ($5 a metre at Spotlight :thumbsup:)
Have also done up a couple of invites for her Bday party.... I need an opinion, but I don't know how to post Word documents on here! :confused:
Might try to knuckle that one out now...
Mum of Midgeys
05-04-2009, 19:40
Oh K8y - meant to say, your Mother's Day gift is sheer brilliance! :D What a fantastic idea! Might have to steal that one, one year :p
Yes yes I know I should be studying :o
Just a couple of things:
forgot to say :wave: magick I remember you. Best of luck keeping up, we still chatter just as much as we used to.
Didn't realise my mothers day gift idea would be such a hit :laughing: it's a little self absorbed though. Both mum and I really love cake decorating, though we both don't practice it on a regular basis or have ever done a professional course so it's as much for me as is for her :o (but hey, I'm a mum now too!) The place I'm looking at is at Margate ems so it's not at the ends of the earth or anything lol. I've emailed their website asking for an information sheet on their classes and costs.
babywez :fingerscrossed: for your friends too. I do feel very blessed all the time and am so hoping second time around isn't difficult. I'll be 32 then so my eggs ain't so fresh either :D
ems that toybox sounds so good - clever girl! Can't wait to see it - make me one? lol
Another idea I was thinking for mothers day was the new skywalk opened up at mount tambourine - looks really good. The web is rainforestskywalk (just google skywalk mount tambourine).
Mum of Midgeys
05-04-2009, 20:20
Oh! Just had a lightbulb moment when you said Margate K8y... Mum's actually done a cake decorating course at Margate.... it's at an actual cake shop? I remember Mum saying it was great, the ladies were lovely :thumbsup:
Mind you, I haven't seen to many cakes decorated around here since then :laughing:
SMO3... :laughing::laughing::laughing: let us know how many it gets to.
No one else changes them here either.:D
Well spent my day in the freezing cold and drizzle bellydancing at a festivale. Gabe was such a goodboy, sat rugged up in his pram. Was cuddled by people he didn't know while Mummy danced. Had an hour nap. Smiled at all the strangers, laughed at the alpacas and petted the sheepdogs. All in all a good day had by all. Settled by 730..but just been up for a drinkie...fingers crossed I dont hear from him again until 7:rolleyes:
Apparently I was a star on the ABC news. Got 4 sms telling me so, alas I forgot to turn over so missed it:(
Morning girls
Trying to catch up as normal, just dont get 10 minutes to sit by my self.
Well what a w/e. As I said before, on Thursday Miss C came down with gastro and Miss A a flu bug, by Saturday am I had gastro full on and Miss A got it on Saturday night and yesterday DH got the flu bug...we have GERMS everywhere! Fortunately the gastro only lasted 24 hours for Miss A and I.
Miss C still has very runny nappies, so going to ring the Dr at 8.00am to see if they can squeeze her in.
We all all exhausted, but as usual Miss A wants to go to school, she is feeling fine.
Well best get back to getting ready for the school run.
Will try to catch up and do personals later.
Tiggles, I'm impressed with your Miss A WANTING to go to school. Most kids look for ANY excuse to get out of it but it sounds like yours LOVES school... I am used to seeing "sick" (in inverted commas because when I tell them to keep away from Sam, they tell me it's not that bad or not contagious even though they're not Dr's :rolleyes:) nieces and nephews lying around here and I'm over it. It's good to know there are SOME good, grateful children out there who actually GO TO SCHOOL WHEN THEY SHOULD! :D
Well done Miss A. :yelclap:
Hope Miss C and yourself are feeling better today. :hugs:
Good Morning :)
Thanks girls, It's nice to be remembered :)
Jack had a terrible case of the runs and some bad nappy rash a few days ago, Dr said to put him on lactose free formula and it statred getting better by the next day :thumbsup:
I've been noticing there is still as much chat as there used to be :ecomcity:
I have to say that cake decorating sounds like a really nice idea. I might mention that post to DF.
Sounds like you had an fun weeking c38. Mr G sounds is such a good boy :cloud9: Shame about the rain though.
Anyway I'd best head off. I'm planning on starting a uni course mid semester, so i'd best do some research on applications :D
No one else changes them here either.:D
You mean you haven't trained Gabe yet???? :laughing::laughing:
He also sounds very well behaved to sit through that & be happy with strangers. There's no way I could even contemplate that with Chais. He hates being stuck in his pram if you're not walking around, wants to be out exploring.
SMO3 -That's just too funny. I actually laughed out loud too :D
MOS -My kids also love school & can't wait to go each day.
Majick33 -I also remember you. Welcome back. Are you still in western sydney? We need to organise another meet up, would be great if you could come.
Bella -Good luck for your sister. Chais got his flu shot on Friday, with no reaction, so it must of been co incidence for you guys. Just out of curiosity, did they give her the jr one or a small dose of the adult one?
Ems -Can't wait to see the toy box, sounds great.
k8y -The butterfly cake sounds gorgeous! Summer will love it.
Flick -Good luck at your new job today.
Tiggles -Hope everyone's starting to feel better.
BB -Hope your Body shop party went well.
oconky -Yay for winning, but sucks about needing new boots.
Hi to everyone else I've missed :wave:
Well ladies I'm going to work for 2 days next week. It will be an empty office and they said I can take Sam and let him crawl all over the place as nobody else will be there and I can just do odd jobs for them while I'm there to kill time. If Sam sleeps I will make some phonecalls but I will de-frag their hard drives, run system scans and do the kind of things that don't normally get done, catch up on filing if needed and just open mail and do little odd jobs. I can't wait! And I'll get paid for it so more money to go towards our new lounge! :smiliedance:
This morning I've been for a walk, Sam WAS asleep and now I've sat down to do some calls and he's woken up again. The MIL is annoying me already. She walks around the house rubbing her arms saying "too cold, too cold" yet all the windows ARE WIDE OPEN! :hair: So I closed the kitchen one when I was feeding Sam as it WAS cold - and now it's open again...
I'm off to Rouse Hill shops tomorrow for an assignment if anyone wants to catch up for a coffee. PM or SMS me if interested.
I got to wear my new jacket on my walk this morning. I was so happy with myself. I went to Woolies to ge some plums for DH and was going to peel some for Sam but there were NONE so I got some Burgen fruit loaf stuff instead! :D YUMMY!
Well best get some other cr@p done if the little muffin won't sleep. BBL.
welcome back Magic - good to hear from you.
Kotakai - isnt it great when kids want to go to school, I actually can still bribe DD1 when she is naughty and say "well you wont go to school tommorrow.."
Was it SM0f3 re the toilet rolls, unless I put them in the recycling a herd seem to gather in the bathrooms...
Trying to get Miss C to have a nap, she is very grumpy, was up 5 times last night and only had 2 10 minute sleeps yesterday.
:wave: hi girls, ive fallen behind AGAIN sorry
missed the last 10 pages or more try n catch up a bit tomoz. anyone fill me in on th major stuff?
hi magick i remember u, its so nice when someone pops back in as we often think of all the girls who dropped off chatting
whats going with the secret bday thing ? im in so now what do i do? chais will be getting very close
well dylans been a little porkchop with these damn teeth we seriously never get sleep around here. was thinking the other night that i havent had 3 good nights sleep in a row in about 19 months:eek: im so over it
PM me your details SMO3 and then you are in!!
has anyone ever wondered what would happen if they just stopped clearing out the empty toilet rolls in their loo? i mean ive been thinking for quite some time that i am the only person in the house (where 4 people plus visitors use the toilet) who actually ever makes the incredibly long walk to the bin with an empty toilet roll. so ive been letting them build up just to see. im on a silent strike. at present there are about 20 empty rolls in there and im thinking surely someone will notice this soon. hmmm i wonder what will happen when they start rolling out the doorway............
ha ha ha ha!!!
Morning girls
Trying to catch up as normal, just dont get 10 minutes to sit by my self.
Well what a w/e. As I said before, on Thursday Miss C came down with gastro and Miss A a flu bug, by Saturday am I had gastro full on and Miss A got it on Saturday night and yesterday DH got the flu bug...we have GERMS everywhere! Fortunately the gastro only lasted 24 hours for Miss A and I.
Miss C still has very runny nappies, so going to ring the Dr at 8.00am to see if they can squeeze her in.
We all all exhausted, but as usual Miss A wants to go to school, she is feeling fine.
Well best get back to getting ready for the school run.
Will try to catch up and do personals later.
what a bugger of a weekend, hope Miss C is better now and glad Miss A is still keen on school!
well after catching up on the posts, battery about to die...BBL
Daisy Boo
06-04-2009, 11:42
Have been organising a guest list for Khirra's birthday party since it's next month :eek: Are there just the 3 May babies? Chais, Dylan and Khirra? Or have I missed someone? Not that's it's relevant to anything, I was just wondering, lol.
Michael is on the 27th May too.
Well my little man is now standing up and walking. Holding on of course. And I have noticed in the last few days when I sing he claps.:yelclap:
Never a dull moment around here...kids in our backyard, buying a new bed, CHOKING ON BARK!
Nick was sitting at my feet this am, and he started choking. I pick him up, put my finger in his mouth and feel something hard, try to get it out but just feels like I'm pushing it further down, throw him over my arm, finger still in his mouth, he pukes EVERYWHERE but finally got the thing into his mouth and I dug it out...it was BARK! Must have come in on our shoe! So he is screaming at this point and still puking up stuff. Then there's blood in his puke! So I called DH in a bit of a panic, and long story short went and picked him up, still unsure of whether to go hospital or Dr. Ended up going to the dr who looked at him and said he was fine...red, probably sore, throat but could tell by his breathing there was no obstruction or whatever. Said either the bark or my FINGER NAIL probably scratched the back of his throat causing him to puke blood.
The part that made this worse was really not being sure where to go. I didn't want to go to GC Hospital ER and wait 4 hours for a dr to see him. We waited about 45 minutes at the Dr. Could have gone to private hospital, but the one closest to us doesn't have a maternity unit, but does that mean they don't have a paed unit? I don't know...dr seemed logical first place to try. Mostly b/c he seemed fine by the time I got him in the car and picked up DH...if he'd still been puking blood I would have gone straight to GCH ER and I'm sure they'd have seen him immediately.
I must remember not to complain about life being boring or having nothing to do...b/c boring is better than that fright!
Anyway, off to cut my fingernails super short now! Going out to the biggest BigW in Australia! Robina Town Centre finally opened all their new section! :yelclap: :wave:
:eek: Oh my god babywez, how terrifying! Glad to hear he's all OK now. :hugs: I doubt I'd know where to go either but it sounds like you made the right decision. I probably would have done the same. :thumbsup:
Goodness Babywez how scary. Do any of the private hospitals near you have a A&E, I know in Sydney the larger private hospitals do. We a bub or child you are normally seen straight away and think we were only charged about $80 about the Medicare levy, worth every cent as opposed to waiting in a public A& E for hours.
I was surprisingly calm when trying to get the bark out, course I had no idea what it was at the time and I didn't care that he was puking/gagging b/c I figured that was helping get it out.
Not sure about the private hosptals...should find out tho bc we have MBF. ok he's awake, out we go!
omg babywez how terrifying. my little sneaky boy has been caught with bark on the way to his mouth once or twice and i have no idea where he even gets it from. like u said must come in on someones shoes
well girls the toilet roll update..... i counted them and it seems i over exagerated slightly, there is 17 not 20:laughing:. ill take a pic later if i remember lol. i can get around the mopping the floor thing as we have a big cane type basket in there which the new rolls go in so u never get caught out. so everyone just chucks the old roll in the basket as they grab a new one, b@stards. so its easy enough to pick up the basket to mop then put the basket back in hehe. im gonna leave them and see ill have a guess and say it will get to 50 rolls before one of them takes them to the bin. anyone else wanna have a guess???
Kotaki – Yup still in Western Sydney. Would love to come to a meet :)
Babywez – That’s so scary, when I think of all the things Jack put’s in his mouth :eek:, must keep a closer eye on the floor.
SMO3- I have to confess I’m terrible with toilet rolls, DF had to train me when I moved in to put them in the bin. (I’m much better now though, promise :yelclap:)
omg babywez how terrifying. my little sneaky boy has been caught with bark on the way to his mouth once or twice and i have no idea where he even gets it from. like u said must come in on someones shoes
well girls the toilet roll update..... i counted them and it seems i over exagerated slightly, there is 17 not 20:laughing:. ill take a pic later if i remember lol. i can get around the mopping the floor thing as we have a big cane type basket in there which the new rolls go in so u never get caught out. so everyone just chucks the old roll in the basket as they grab a new one, b@stards. so its easy enough to pick up the basket to mop then put the basket back in hehe. im gonna leave them and see ill have a guess and say it will get to 50 rolls before one of them takes them to the bin. anyone else wanna have a guess???
:laughing: SMO3, have you seen that Everybody Loves Raymond episode where Ray & Deb have a similar stand-off over the suitcase? Ray got home from somewhere & carried it in and left it on the stairs. Deb figured he should un-pack it, but Ray figured it was her job so it sat there until Ray needed to go somewhere else. They'd both discussed it with other people, saying they refuse to give in. So Ray goes away and packs his stuff into a plastic bag! He even put mouldy cheese in it in the hopes Deb would smell it and give in! :laughing:
DH & I often call things "our suitcase" as we often have similar things - we're stubborn like that too!:D
Well girls Im trying to do this Facebook thing, Ive been chatting to my niece to practice, lol. You wouldn't believe I work in IT for a living.....
Anyway, my profile is blue, does that mean anyone can see/read it as opposed to black profiles, please help, I don't want any fruit loops from my past to be able to "see me" as such.
Miss C still has dreadful nappies, went to the Dr today and she said the gastro nappies can hang around for 5 - 7 days, but took a path sample anyway to send off.
C38 meant to say what a good boy G was with your dancing!
yep the toilet rolls are collecting as we speak....
Mum of Midgeys
06-04-2009, 18:53
Okay, the toybox when I bought it... the lid was just plain wood; had no cushion on it...
http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/?action=view¤t=Originaltoybox.jpg
The completed product... wonder how long the white bits will stay white with Khirra's sticky mits :rolleyes:
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox002.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox001.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox003.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox004.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox005.jpg
...thank god it's finished :D
Mum of Midgeys
06-04-2009, 19:08
Tiggles - I wish I could help, but I'm not sure? I just hopped on to try and find out how to hide your profile to strangers, but I couldn't see it... sorry! Hope everyone is feeling better... families are great, sharing things around, eh? :rolleyes:
Babywez - Nick and Khirra must've been conspiring together to 'freak Mum out' today... Khirra and I were doing 'artwork' today with those Bingo dot pens...IYKWIM... anyway, as I was packing up the pens, she grabbed one, and started chewing on the lid. I didn't realise for a few seconds, then pulled it off her when I saw it... a little ink was on her mouth but I didn't think much of it. Then about half an hour later, she vomited, bright pink! The lid had holes in it and she'd sucked the ink :eek: I was sort of ready to run her down to the hospital, but Mum talked me out of it... said a million kids before her have sucked on a feltpen. Which I know is true, but I still wonder if I should have done something. She's been fine... C38... should I have done something? :(
Hehe, Mos, I know that episode. I love Raymond :D
Daisy Boo - Michael! Of course! Sorry hun, didn't mean to forget! :o Quite a few May babies then really, aren't there?
Anyway, not much else here... I have a really sore throat, so have been having honey to try get rid of it. Hope I keep it to myself.
Okay, the toybox when I bought it... the lid was just plain wood; had no cushion on it...
http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/?action=view¤t=Originaltoybox.jpg
The completed product... wonder how long the white bits will stay white with Khirra's sticky mits :rolleyes:
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox002.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox001.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox003.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox004.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox005.jpg
...thank god it's finished :D
ems that is stunning!!! You are so gifted! Thanks for the info re facebook, Im still a bit confused.
BeautifulBoys
06-04-2009, 19:17
Okay, the toybox when I bought it... the lid was just plain wood; had no cushion on it...
http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/?action=view¤t=Originaltoybox.jpg
The completed product... wonder how long the white bits will stay white with Khirra's sticky mits
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox002.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox001.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox003.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox004.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox005.jpg
...thank god it's finished
:yelclap:You clever girl....just gorgeous!
Never a dull moment around here...kids in our backyard, buying a new bed, CHOKING ON BARK!
Nick was sitting at my feet this am, and he started choking. I pick him up, put my finger in his mouth and feel something hard, try to get it out but just feels like I'm pushing it further down, throw him over my arm, finger still in his mouth, he pukes EVERYWHERE but finally got the thing into his mouth and I dug it out...it was BARK! Must have come in on our shoe! So he is screaming at this point and still puking up stuff. Then there's blood in his puke! So I called DH in a bit of a panic, and long story short went and picked him up, still unsure of whether to go hospital or Dr. Ended up going to the dr who looked at him and said he was fine...red, probably sore, throat but could tell by his breathing there was no obstruction or whatever. Said either the bark or my FINGER NAIL probably scratched the back of his throat causing him to puke blood.
The part that made this worse was really not being sure where to go. I didn't want to go to GC Hospital ER and wait 4 hours for a dr to see him. We waited about 45 minutes at the Dr. Could have gone to private hospital, but the one closest to us doesn't have a maternity unit, but does that mean they don't have a paed unit? I don't know...dr seemed logical first place to try. Mostly b/c he seemed fine by the time I got him in the car and picked up DH...if he'd still been puking blood I would have gone straight to GCH ER and I'm sure they'd have seen him immediately.
I must remember not to complain about life being boring or having nothing to do...b/c boring is better than that fright!
Anyway, off to cut my fingernails super short now! Going out to the biggest BigW in Australia! Robina Town Centre finally opened all their new section!
:hugs:awww im glad hes ok...poor wee fella...
Kids eat anything they can get there hands on dont they.
Tiggles....Hope those bugs pass quickly:no:.....do you use GLEN 20....its magic we had gastro(tummy bug) around here know one got it as I sprayed the whole house with that stuff....it kills everything :thumbsup:
MOS....I remember my MIL saying once about me having all my windows open,she said to me you get a bit claustophobic (spl) dont you, I said argh no we just like fresh air :rolleyes:
C38,sounds like fun, it was cold today wasn't it(still is) we have the heaters going now.....brrrrrr...Hope Mr G sleeps for you!
Took Casey to the Doc's rash has settled just a virus cold have saved myself $57 dollars & told him that myself :laughing:but got a script for some exzema cream,I got a msg from one of the Mothers grp ladies saying her daughter has German measles she is a month younger than Casey,so I though I best check...hopefully whatever it was its going....he has been fine though....not out of sorts,hard to know if its teething sometimes.....
Must go shower calls.....I need warming up!
Oh I brought some skinny size 10 jeans today!!!
EMS that is seriously gorgeous!! If you don't go back to daycare, you could do toybox refurbishing! I'd totally buy one ... in blue pls though, not pink ;) Very nicely done! I'm assuming the pen she was sucking on is kid-friendly and probably ok? DH reckons it'll be ok for Nicklas to eat crayons b/c they're "non toxic" but I'm really hoping he's out of the put-everything-in-my-mouth stage by then!
Tiggles - for FB, go to settings in the top right corner, and privacy settings. Go to Privacy Controls - Profile and you can choose who can see what information. My BIL's ex fiance is on FB but if you search for her she doesn't come up. YOu can only add her if she adds you first. Anyway, that's where all those settings are, I'm sure you can figure it out from there! :) Some people's names are blue but I still can't see their whole profile, it will just let me see a bit more detail and give me the option to add them.
Just watched "Taken" ... starring Liam Neeson. Its quite disturbing. And most of the time I just felt sorry for him b/c of him losing his wife recently!
Went to Robina Town Centre w/ my sister today. Would love to have a half a day to go by myself and explore all the new part. Its pretty nice!
Anyway, off to bed. Our new mattress isn't being delivered until Wednesday the 15th! :no: Every night this mattress gets worse, knowing the new one is coming!
Did I miss a post by STG? STG are you lurking? It looks like FOB is wanting to see Charli tomorrow, judging by her FB comments. :confused: Hope you're ok STG...
Anyway, my profile is blue, does that mean anyone can see/read it as opposed to black profiles, please help, I don't want any fruit loops from my past to be able to "see me" as such.
OK tiggles, hold your cursor over the word "settings" in the top right hand corner, then click on "privacy", then "profile" and from there you can select who sees what. :thumbsup: Each time you add pics you can select if "only friends" or "friends of friends" can see them, etc.
ems, that box is amazing! Well done! Is the box somewhere you can possibly get more? You should Ebay it and the winner can chose the name and colour scheme. It's awesome! :yelclap:
Congrats on the skinny jeans BB. :yelclap:
Did I miss a post by STG? STG are you lurking? It looks like FOB is wanting to see Charli tomorrow, judging by her FB comments. :confused: Hope you're ok STG...
I think it has something to do with her going to court. Get REALLY nosey and go back further into the last status update.
stg, I'm only assuming so not too sure what's going on but best of luck. :hugs:
Yeah my guess was closer. stg's fine, don't worry.
I won $22.65 on Lotto!!! :smiliedance:
Goodnight. :wave:
Bellaleggos
06-04-2009, 21:22
Kotakai - not sure which dose of the flu jab DD had but she has to go back for a booster on Saturday. Thank god her cold has cleared up but boy has DP had a day with her today:o
He looks after her Mon & Tues while I go to work. His sis is still here so she and her friend wound DD up before her morning sleep again (even tho DP told them not to). So she was a nightmare all day, he couldn't put her down on the floor or in her cot without her screaming blue murder. He ended up calling me to see if I could finish work early, and drove all the way into the city to fetch me - sods law being DD fell asleep as soon as he put her in the car. She was then a nightmare when we got home and I gave up trying to put her down. Finally gave her a bath and bottle and she was in bed and asleep by 6.30.
You would've laughed at me tho cos everytime I went to get up after smoothing her and calming her to go to sleep she'd start crying again. So I ended up crawling out of the room so that she couldn't see me:laughing:
Am worried about her tho as she seems to be covered in little patches of dry skin - about the size of chicken pox marks!!!!!!!!!!!! Will have to keep an eye on her tomorrow and see what happens. She has one on her lip and I thought she'd just knocked herself and then compared it to the rest of the marks on her body and they all look similar. She hasn't been in contact with any children for well over a week, and the only adults have been me, DP, my sis-in-law and her friend...... Be just my luck we have to postpone our trip to the UK - thank god I took out insurance - so watch this space.
ems how clever that toybox is gorgeous...well done
babywez- how scary, glad he is fine now.
tiggles- hope you got FB sorted, my main thing is making sure only friends can see photos!!
BTW don't feel mean if you don't accept someone as a friend as they don't find out anyway :laughing:
stg- hope you are fine...trying to decipher your FB messages.
well I just found out at 5pm this evening that mum's group is at my place tomorrow as one of the girls' bubs and DP is sick, was OK as I was cleaning anyway, just no real food in the house as I am heading to Sydney tomorrow.
was going to do my half way exam tonight but was too tired, will have to wait until I get back from Perth.
anyway off to bed.
bella - just read your post hope DD is Ok, maybe get is checked out even if it isn't bothering her, hate not to be able to get on the plane, BTW GL to your sister:wizard:
HI All
SOrry if I miss anyone
Ems the box is gorgeous well done:yelclap:
Re the texta. Hmm I probably would have done the same as your Mum said...just watched him. ( I'm actually a bit too laid back at times I think, as I hate the idea of taking him to ER and being "laughed" at by my peers). I guess there's the risk it could contain some kind of spirit that could cause burns (as in permanent markers)..though a bingo marker probably is just a water soluable thing. If she ever ingests something and your not sure..best thing is to ring the poisens info line (in front page of your ph book), they have a data base,they can type in most things and give you over phone advice.
BB, yes it is bloody cold! Size 10 skinny jeans..woohoo!! good for you:yelclap:
Hope casey's not too sick with his rash. German measles has been going round. Babys don't get all that sick from it, bit of a temp and a rash that starts on the face then goes to the body, sometimes the skin gets flakey as the rash fades. Its really only a problem fro pregnant women and unborn bubas, hense the vaccine.
Babywez. How scary!! Gabriel was munching on back outside today whle I was putting the washing on the line, then I come in and read that!! Think G spat it out, or I managed to rescue him enough times to stop a similar episode.
Quick Choking First Aide:
If they are choking you are technically supposed to resist sticking your finger in as you risk pushing it further back. (Says me who often sticks my finger in:o....but thats when I can see it in the front of his mouth). If they are coughing and retching then you sit them upright to assist them and give pats on the back, if that's not helping you are meant to tip them upside down over your knee and give them firm blows between the shoulder baldes to help dislodge it. If you can't get it to dislodge that way and they are really struggling then you lie them on the floor or your knee and do chst compresions (like in CPR) as this squishes the lungs forcing air upwards, hense helping to blow it up and out.
Poor little man scratching his throat. Just keep an eye on that, sometimes thay can get a nasty infection due to all the germs that live in your throat normally taking advantage of the broken skin. If he gets a temp and looks unwell, make sure you get him seen and tell them hes had an internal scratch. ( It's pretty rare, but Ive seen a kid sicker from the scratch in his oesophagus then from the object he had surgically removed)
I think you did the right thing taking him to the GP. As you said, if he'd been continuing to vomit blood or obviously having difficulty breathing, or otherwise unwell, then of course youd have taken him to hospital and he would probably be seen under those circumstances fairly quickly.
I think you handled it all really well. And even though I know its the wrong thing to do, I would probably have had my fingers down his throat too.. so dont think Im having a go at you by writing the first aide thing...just thought people might like the info...
I want to go to that shoping centre!!
Hi Magic33, good to see you back
Hiya Daisy
MOS will you STOP winning EVERYTHING:hissy:
STG hope you are ok and whatever's happening tomorrow goes your way. :fingerscrossed:
oh Tiggles... welcome to FB... I'll Pm you my real name so you can add me if you havent figured me out from someone elses friend list.
Hope C's poos settles. She probably has a bit of a delicate bowel due to the salmonella infection... Poor little poppet.
Morning all, Miss C still yucky nappies, so no day care today, the bug has gone right through the CC centre, very nasty.
Now this FB thing....I have a few Friends that I think I have added from BH, but Im not sure who they are, does anyone recognise a; Sharyn K, Andrea B, Leigh LR, Tanya R, Leanne (is that SMo3 ?). Sorry if I dont reconise real names, I just want to tidy this FB thing up if Im going to start using it.
Thanks for the kind thoughts re Miss C, poor little thing is so tired, as the last 3 days has had less than 1/2 sleep through the day and is waking through the night.
C38 - just out of interest, what nationality/background is your surname?
Well DH has caught Miss A flu bug, basically just a head cold...last night said he was going to stay home today...well I said you will be looking after Miss C then as Im working, gee he got cranky...low and behold he went to work today, funny that??
OK, Ive missed something, what has MOS won now......
BB, whoo hoo re the size 10!
I have an assignment at the Rouse Hill shops today wohooo! :smiliedance:
Waiting to have a shower. I need to wait for the MIL to watch Sam. I swear it will be sooo much easier to have a shower in our unit. It's not like I can jump in and keep the door open... so it's made more difficult by the fact that I can't see him and I know there are soooo many things around this house that he shouldn't be in. GGgrrrrr! :hair:
Ooh she's ready now I think so I'm off to shower. Chat later. :wave:
Oh and I was chatting to stg on FB last night and she's going to court in support of the friend she mentioned who is now her ex's ex too. (make sense?!). Anyway all's good. :thumbsup:
OK, Ive missed something, what has MOS won now......
BB, whoo hoo re the size 10!
Just $22.65 on Lotto! :rolleyes:
I've just copied and pasted the names in your last post and wil PM you who's who, adding any more I can remember.
Daisy Boo
07-04-2009, 08:42
Okay, the toybox when I bought it... the lid was just plain wood; had no cushion on it...
http://s279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/?action=view¤t=Originaltoybox.jpg
The completed product... wonder how long the white bits will stay white with Khirra's sticky mits :rolleyes:
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox002.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox001.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox003.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox004.jpg
http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk141/ems84_photos/toybox005.jpg
...thank god it's finished :D
That box is awesome. You sure are talented.
BeautifulBoys
07-04-2009, 08:53
Bellaleggos...Casey gets little dry spots like that,it looks like exzema,he also gets it behind the knees(one knee which is strange) under the neck,belly button.....Hope its nothing serious :goodvibes:
MOS....Yes I agree with C38 :p.....:laughing:good on you!
STG :wave:Hello hope all is well....
C38..Thanks,maybe its what he had....Im not sure I remember seeing spots below his ear area,then on the chest then his whole body,then the face got worse....I wasnt sure if it was too much cow's milk in his cereal but he has been having a couple of Tablespoons since he was 8months old and has had no rash besides exzema....I got some cream yest for that...
Im not sure if my jeans are "skinny Leg" as they have a slight flare at the bottom...but they say on the tag size 10 skinny....so thats good enough for me...:raspberry: Hahahaha,but I cant wear those ones that go straight down into the ankle you all know what I mean "the real skinny leg" I dont have the legs for them....
I weighed myself this morning.....58.6kgs
But WW scales are different so we will see tomorrow night,only have to pay two more times then Im a life time member....sounds funny doesn't hahaha
Ok better go things to do....
Have a great day!
BeautifulBoys
07-04-2009, 08:55
Morning all, Miss C still yucky nappies, so no day care today, the bug has gone right through the CC centre, very nasty.
Now this FB thing....I have a few Friends that I think I have added from BH, but Im not sure who they are, does anyone recognise a; Sharyn K, Andrea B, Leigh LR, Tanya R, Leanne (is that SMo3 ?). Sorry if I dont reconise real names, I just want to tidy this FB thing up if Im going to start using it.
Thanks for the kind thoughts re Miss C, poor little thing is so tired, as the last 3 days has had less than 1/2 sleep through the day and is waking through the night.
C38 - just out of interest, what nationality/background is your surname?
Well DH has caught Miss A flu bug, basically just a head cold...last night said he was going to stay home today...well I said you will be looking after Miss C then as Im working, gee he got cranky...low and behold he went to work today, funny that??
:hugs:Hope Miss C get better soon.....MEN! :laughing:Headcold & they think they are dying :iagree:
C38-Not putting your finger in there makes sense, b/c I KNOW I pushed it down further at first. It was so awful. I still get the shudders now thinking about it! The first aid stuff is good to know, but boy, does it all go flying out your mind when something actually happens!
We have our flu shots today and I have to get my eye checked out. This is with Nick's regular dr. She only works Tu, Th, Fr...think I have said this already. Anyway, we're going to see her this arvo, so might get her to just check his throat see how it looks.
Hmmm. That's about it, I think. DH ordered a new computer for himself last night. I told him he could have one if we ended up with the cheaper mattress. Shouldn't have said that tho, as he suddenly went from wanting the $3700 tempur pedic to the $1400 mattress! Buggar.
My Little Sweet
07-04-2009, 13:13
Well we are back! its so good to be home and sleeping in my own bed and Quinn in hers much to her disgust.
Babywez i am glad Nick is ok, how scary for you and yay for your new mattress!! i am also working on my tips for travelling overseas i'll post them when not so jetlagged!
Ems that toy box is incredible i love it. You are very very talented i thinki am going to have to be a copy cat and try something similar. we have a plain wooden tpy box for Quinn so now for some paint!
BB wow size 10 jeans skinny or not is great:thumbsup:
Well i have some exciting news two lots actually! Last night we booked tickets to go and visit my cousin in Italy!! for two months!!! we will be there for christmas and new year so all of december and Jan. Its DPs last lot of uni holidays before his job starts in february so we thought why not, we are young! i am so so excited my cousin is my best friend and i miss her terribly plus Quinn can hang out with her DD who is 2. So far we have a trip planned to Salzburg austria( where my cousin has family) and Denmark where i have family arggh i can't stop smiling when i think about it it is my dream come true!
And then we decided to start trying for baby no 2 whilst on holidays! so decmber 1st its on baby:yelclap::laughing:
Other than that we are just getting back into the swing of things at home. Q has terrible jetlag and a case of the i only want to sleep with mum. Trying to do CC but its tough, on the other hand i am exhausted and really need sleep so i am sticking with it hoping one more day and then she will go to sleep without crying for 20 minutes.
K8y i know summer had a dairy intolerance was it still bad when you put her on formula? what formula do you use? i know babywez was tlaking about weaning the other week i am just getting more convinced i should do it. I need a life back i feel i am ready to do things by myself but can't express enough to leave DD so starting to feel pretty trapped and unhappy.
I cant wear those ones that go straight down into the ankle you all know what I mean "the real skinny leg" I dont have the legs for them....
NOBODY has the legs for the REAL skinny jeans! :rolleyes: Well done. :yelclap:
Wonderful news MBQ. How exciting! We too HOPE to travel around Europe again but this time, won't try to fit soooo many destinatins into so few days. We'll also se how we can afford to travel once we're out of here and in our not. If we sacrifice the travel for the next few years, it's OK as we've already done it so no biggie. We'll see...
Today was nice. I wandered around the Rouse Hill Town Square. I got a coffee & banana bread from GJ's then walked with the coffee - very nice and relaxing... My assignment was a quick easy one so did that and then got some fruit, a pair of trackies for $9.95, cashed in my winning Lotto ticket, got my $22.65, wandered around some more and then came home again. Sam's now asleep.
I just opened our mail and my request for leniency on the T-Way ticket has been declined. I put everything down in the letter: My clean driving history (it's 9 years since my fine for doing like 2k over the limit when I first got my licence), also me being un-familiar with the area and T-Way lanes since there are none on the Sunshine Coast, was leaving hospy, in tears with screaming baby in car, raining so bad visibility and me not working, so I pretty much BEGGED to please at lease REDUCE fine as I can't afford this amount. It didn't work... :crying: I'm not surprised really though as I read their website and it said straight out, no leniency will be granted unless there's a 10 years+ driving history - no exceptions. I told this to DH but he insisted I give it a go. I've managed to drag it out for a few months anyway, as I figure the money's better in my pocket for that time. I now have 21 days to pay the fine. I feel bad as I'm not working... and DH is effectively paying for it. :(
Well off to do lunches and juice, etc. BBL. :wave:
Well I haven't been on since yesterday morning and I already feel behind!
I feel so drained. Study between looking after Sums yesterday then exam last night, then straight into catch up homework and study today and housework :dizzy:
So many personals I want to make but I can't remember them all so do my best.
ems WOW I am very impressed. That toybox is gorgeous and I agree with whoever said that you should make and sell them. I would buy one too! (I think it was babywez?). Where did you get the letters for her name or did you make those?
babywez :hugs: poor Nick. How scary. I feel I am always scouring the floor looking for potential nasties, spiders lurking, bugs, moths, blah.... Glad he is okay though and hope your flu shots today go okay.
tiggles all those names I know but MOS said she was PM'ing you the details so I'll assume you both have it under control! DP brought home an external hard drive for me too so I can back up my photos now :thumbsup:
ems, c38 is so clever. Who thinks of ringing the poisons line in times of panic? c38 would thats who! I would just run around in a mad flap ringing everyone but the poisons line trying to work out what to do. Some parent I am LOL....
MOS when are you telling the IL's about your move? Stop winning things, you're taking it away from the rest of us :shame:
stg where are you and whats going on? Things are happening according to facebook but I don't think you've been on?
Kyles haven't seen you either - whats going on? are you lurking?
BB skinny jeans - phwoarrrrr hot chicky. Congrats to you! How did your body shop party go - you had another one right? busy lady. Don't run yourself down. Best of luck at WW. I've lost more weight - 900gms. I sneakily changed my signature to update it but no one noticed :shame:
Hmmmm who else......
mybabyq I saw a dietician about the dairy intolerance as I was really nervous about putting her onto formula. She seemed to think the bigger issue would actually be getting her to take a bottle - how right she turned out to be :rolleyes:
She said to just start her on small amounts of formula once a day so you can pinpoint when. If she's vomity or doesn't seem to have taken it well, ie check the poo's then it's likely the intolerance is still there (if it ever was?). Sums was okay though? I tried her on a little bit and for the next week after that she was chucky and I was convinced it was the formula until we realised the losec medicine (for reflux) was out of date. Fixed that and the chuckies stopped and she just went fine. Then we increased her bottles slowly to get her system use to the change.
So I would just try a small bottle each day?
Does she have any dairy? I slowly introduced into Sums system first with cheese sauce in her food. Was just a small amount now and then to get her used to the dairy. That might be another option for you. Giving her small amounts then monitoring her poos lol.... Hope that helps? Seems what I said was a bit long winded....
SMO3 how goes the toilet rolls? there are 2 on our main toilet floor atm.... I vacuumed and mopped around them but it was hard because the vacuum kept trying to suck them up.
Sums back in CC today after off last week with HFM.... She was excited to be back too. We walked into the room and she started kicking her legs and waving her arms around. Cutie.
Best go, get back to the fun stuff....
Hi All. Long week/week an a half. Visiting everywhere, going out a couple nights while down at mums, Alot of stuff going on but Im home now and trying to settle in. No way in HELL ill catch up so please feel free to tell me your highslights anyone?
:)
BeautifulBoys
07-04-2009, 14:18
:yelclap:Well done K8y....900gms :thumbsup: Bodyshop party was good,SIL only got one free product & she had to spend $90 herself to get it :rolleyes: but some parties people spend alot other times they just buy one or two products,I made $75 bucks.....I dont have another party until the following weds night,then I have quite a few coming up...but Easter is all FREE! Im so looking forward to eating my easter eggs.....Lindt:D......
Hope you get some rest too hun :hugs:
MOS.........Bugger....I remember I got two spending fines a week before our wedding,DH not happy Jan......everything comes in three's....sure enough I did get another one....
Haven't had one since I have been in Hobart.....TOUCH WOOD.......DH had to pay them all too......
Welcome home MybabyQ....Thats very exciting!!!!!! We are looking at going to Prague/Austria next June......DH's best mate is getting married over there....
Oh and the facebook, FOB's latest ex is getting a DVO, and Im helping her. thats where we went today. I need it because it has stuff about child abuse that will help my case. Im getting mine renewed the moment hers goes through. He didnt show up though because he hasnt been served the papers - has gone into hiding, so its postponed 4 weeks
Other news Ive met someone who is fully keen to start something, this is the 'brad' guy on FB, but to be honest I am happy single, but its been coming up to 2 years now, I put on a strong tough front but am absolutely TERRIFIED of being hurt again.. I just hide that fact well. Pretend like Im invinsible.
But also I used to be the great gf any guy would want. I did my own thing, I let them do their own thing, I didnt nag, low maintenance, all that - but Im afraid I will be non-trusting and create fights (the chick I never wanted to be and never was) so thats why I dont want a relationship til.. I get over that? I dont know what to do.
Im not sure about him either. But thats just where I stand on relationships. Dunno what to do
MOS bummer about your fine. Based on what you'd said I would've waived it for you! uncompassionate pooheads.
BB sounds like a lot of fun. Who doesn't love body shop products????
stg it sounds such a cliche but I would suggest if you like this guy to just take it slowly. Everyone is different and we're all different around other people, so if you take it slow, it will give you time to find out the sort of person you are around him IYKWIM?
Mum of Midgeys
07-04-2009, 14:56
Does anyone else's bubs like to get rediculously close to the TV? Khirra really only watches Raggs, but when she does she stands right at the (lowset) cabinet... the heat that comes off those large TV's now is crazy... it can't be good for her eyes?? I put her activity centre in front of the cabinet in line with the TV, but she goes to the side of it, as close as she can still :rolleyes:
Thank you for all the lovely comment girls :goodvibes:, but I don't know about selling them, lol, it's a bit rough around the edges :p I actually joked to Mum I should sell them at markets, but it's not really realistic. I bought that box for $30 just of a private seller who was having a bit of a clean-out. I guess if you could get the boxes cheap, it would be doable..or profitable, because everything in bulk would be very cheap... the paint, material, foam, letters...
I searched for months to find a box that cheap.
I'm pretty happy with it though... the rest of the furniture in her room will be the white gloss... have an old dutchess of mine that's waiting to be done up, so that will be next. Just need a house and therefore a bedroom for her...
MOS, I've entered in a competition on the Novo shoe website to win a $50voucher, so if you could send some of those winning vibes my way, I'd be most appreciative! :D The trip to the shops sounded lovely... I feel like real coffee now... and banana cake wouldn't go astray, either, lol. And hugs for the fine, that bites!
BB - If I fitted into a pair of jeans, that had 'skinny' printed anywhere on them I'd be shouting it from the rooftops. lol. Good on you!!! Winter shopping will be very nice for you this year, no doubt!
Tiggles - poor Miss C.... really hope she picks up soon - had a rough trot with all that, poor pet.
Babywez - hope the flu shots weren't too nasty. Is your eye okay?
MBQ - Must be nice to be back in your own bed! Hope Quinn adusts soon, jetlag must be terrible for bubs. And I'm so jealous - your trip will be wonderful!! And how cool would it be to be able to tell your child they were concieved overseas... although, on second thought I'm sure they wouldn't want that much information, lol. A friend of mine in Perth went to Mauritius at the beginning of the year, and is now preggers with #2, due Oct :yelclap: Her DD just turned 1 in March, so will be a 19 month gap, I think.
K8y - hope the exam went well hun! Don't know how you do it! When do you have time to sloth out on the couch??? lol
Stg - Hope your nights out were good fun... and I agree with K8y... just take your time. And don't take this the wrong way, but I tried to be that 'ideal' non-clingy, non-'nagging', let-him-do-what-he-wants GF with my Ex, and I got walked all over. You stand up for yourself my dear, don't settle for second best, and don't do things just to please, if they're not the right things for you. You have the right to certain expectations in a partner. You and your beautiful Charlotte deserve nothing but the best. :hugs:
And, to the wonderful, all-knowing, all-seeing C38, lol, thank you for the reassurance hun. I actually did think to call the poisons line, but then I told myself they wouldn't have information on some random bingo pen... probably still should have though!
Oh, Oconky - hope Mum's group went well today and your house didn't get too trashed! hehe
Mum of Midgeys
07-04-2009, 14:59
Oh, K8y. All that :ecomcity: and I forgot to answer your question. The letters were from Spotlight - 75cents each! They come in larger sizes as well. I just painted them up :)
Hiya all
LOL K8Y don't worry in a crisis with MY child I run around like a headless chook as well.:D
Welcome home MybabyQ
Stg you will know when you are ready. If he's worth it he'll wait around and be your friend until you are...otherwise you'll find someone when you're ready. If it's going to be its going to be, kinda thing.
BUgga about the fine MOS
Ok does anyone live in or near Caboolture QLD or in or near Hurstville NSW that would be happy to pick up something and post it for me if I win it on ebay??????? Its a ride on toy thingy (zebra bounce). I'm bidding on one that the seller will post, but that same seller sold one lastnight and it went for more then the RRP:rolleyes: and all the "pick up only" ones are cheaper... Should just ring kmart an target and double check they dont have them. But Ive never seen it here. Seems to be a TOYSRUS thing.
Got an Ergo I brought via ebay today, and wore him on my back to Play Group this afternoon, he thought it was great, and fell asleep on the way back. SO much more comfy then the Baby Bjorn (mine wasnt an ACTIVE).
Mum of Midgeys
07-04-2009, 15:28
C38, I'm just down the road from Caboolture, and happy to help :D
BeautifulBoys
07-04-2009, 19:09
Allo....not much on the box tonight....
Feeling a bit tired now....will go have a shower in a min...have had a few chocolates latley :shame:DH did a favour for our nextdoor neighbour sparky wrk,the guy works for Cadburys :D nice to know....;)
He helped me out once as I locked myself out.....He climbed up this ladder,all I could think of what if he fell....so I kept saying...be careful...are you ok....look dont worry about......hes like 60 odd....:laughing:...
Better not have too many chocs or my skinny jeans wont be so skinny anymore.....I have this prob where I dont really have a butt.....:cool:so the jeans are already starting to droop around my buttocks....DH said you NEED a belt...I dont wear belts unless its tight in the middle of my waist you know what I mean....argh well keep pulling them up...hehehehe
Stg.....hmmm DO you Go with your heart or Go with ya head......:bee: like k8y said....friends first see what happens...
Other news Ive met someone who is fully keen to start something, this is the 'brad' guy on FB, but to be honest I am happy single, but its been coming up to 2 years now, I put on a strong tough front but am absolutely TERRIFIED of being hurt again.. I just hide that fact well. Pretend like Im invinsible.
But also I used to be the great gf any guy would want. I did my own thing, I let them do their own thing, I didnt nag, low maintenance, all that - but Im afraid I will be non-trusting and create fights (the chick I never wanted to be and never was) so thats why I dont want a relationship til.. I get over that? I dont know what to do.
Im not sure about him either. But thats just where I stand on relationships. Dunno what to do
I'll be careful not to get all Dr Phil on you...but no one knows about anyone without getting to know them. You don't have to jump straight into a relationship. Like the others have said, take it slow, go on dates, get to know the guy. It is going to take a lot for him to gain your trust, and he needs to understand that.
Personally, I don't think you can get over the trust thing without having to trust another person to do it. Do you know what I mean? If you wait to have another relationship until you think you can trust again...well I don't know when that will happen or how you can learn to trust again without having someone to put your trust in. I wish I could think of an easier way to say that. I'm confusing myself.
You deserve to be happy. Not ALL men are creeps. Many maybe. But not ALL! ;)
Thats what dating is for, supposedly. To get to know someone, figure out if you can trust them, figure out if they make you happy...and if that's all there, then go for it. Way too many cliches are coming to mind, but I'll leave them for now. I think you are a smart girl, and I think that if you decide the situation isn't right for you/Charli, you'll know what to do. But don't deprive yourself of a relationship that could be something great b/c you don't know what will happen. You're too young for that!
stg, do what you feel is right. Worst case scenario, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger... and we'll be here to get all the juicy details! :D
Sorry C38, Hurstville's a fair hike... would be happy to collect and mail from Parramatta Toys R Us if needed...
k8y, still not told the IL's about the move and not sure when to. DH & I spoke about it tonight and he said he's scared and wants me to do it. I told him he should tell them I'm unhappy here as I want to do things for myself and my family and can't. Maybe the MIL will get it then! I doubt it though. I did tell him he can blame me and tell them I'm not happy here... Mabe after Easter. It's still about 2 months away...
Hey, we should be getting more Ruddy Money soon, eh?!
I'll be careful not to get all Dr Phil on you...but no one knows about anyone without getting to know them. You don't have to jump straight into a relationship. Like the others have said, take it slow, go on dates, get to know the guy. It is going to take a lot for him to gain your trust, and he needs to understand that.
Personally, I don't think you can get over the trust thing without having to trust another person to do it. Do you know what I mean? If you wait to have another relationship until you think you can trust again...well I don't know when that will happen or how you can learn to trust again without having someone to put your trust in. I wish I could think of an easier way to say that. I'm confusing myself.
You deserve to be happy. Not ALL men are creeps. Many maybe. But not ALL! ;)
Thats what dating is for, supposedly. To get to know someone, figure out if you can trust them, figure out if they make you happy...and if that's all there, then go for it. Way too many cliches are coming to mind, but I'll leave them for now. I think you are a smart girl, and I think that if you decide the situation isn't right for you/Charli, you'll know what to do. But don't deprive yourself of a relationship that could be something great b/c you don't know what will happen. You're too young for that!
yeah I know what you mean.. I kinda know all this but its just so hard to put theory into practice
A quick question: I just got an email from a buyer on ebay complaining that the jumpsuit she brought off me hasnt arrived. She eamiled me on Saturday and I replied that I had sent it abour 10days ago. She wants me to refund her money. I'm a bit annoyed as if I dont she wil give me negative feedback, but on the other hand why should I, I know I definatly posted it..its not my fault Aus Post have lost it. And it may still show up, as I wrote to her, it has a return address, so it may even turn back up here yet. I'm annoyed as it's $20 I'd have to return and its only her word that she didnt get it... What if it's a scam! Double annoyed as I spent my ebay earnings on the Ergo carrier I got today..so it's not like the money just sitting there.
I def would not refund the money. Maybe contact eBay and ask what protocol is? If she leaves you neg feedback you can leave a comment by it and explain your side. Like you said, only her word that she didn't get it and most likely IS a scam! I guess from her side of it tho, if she really DIDN'T get it yet, all she has is your word that you mailed it. I think contact eBay. Sorry can't be more help.
C38, Do NOT refund her. As you said, it's not your fault Aust Post lost it. Just keep in contact with her and let her know you'll keep an eye out for it, will let her know if it arrives back to you, etc. Keep copies of Emails so that if she DOES give you negative feedback, you can send your info to Ebay and have it removed. She can't give you negative feedback for something that's out of your control. I've had the same thing happen to me in the past where I've paid for something and not received it. The idiot even reckoned he sent me ANOTHER one and that also didn't arrive... strange. Anyway, when you buy off Ebay that's the kind of thing that can happen and that's the risk you take.
If she gets nasty at all, report HER!
Long day today. Picking up keys for the office for next week, then going to Lolipops to meet 2 friends with their bubs. This will be the first time Sam can play. I wonder if he'll cling to me or go and play...
Then off to the Pumpkin Patch outlet for a birhday pressie for a friend's daughter who's turning 3 this weekend. It's a Hungry Jacks party. Needless to say I've told them we're going but don't stress about any food for Sam! :laughing: I asked her what she wants and she said a cute outfit (wierd for a kid to want CLOTHES?!). Then she said her favourite colour is pink and I know she always has matching hair clips so will see if I can manage the whole outfit for her.
Well monster shaking keyboard as I type and I can smell a surprise for mummy he's just done so better get to it!
Bye for now! :wave:
c38 I wouldn't refund her either - just the risk you take. As MOS suggested though, I would check the protocols.
ems thanks. I need to get to spotlight so will keep my eyes out for them :thumbsup:
I'm tired. DP and I stayed up late last night. Watching bridezillas. So funny, those women were scary :laughing:
Today, we're just doing fruit and veg shop. Want to have a look in Target too as they're having their sale on babywear.
Also, I want to have a look at some warmer clothes for winter. Sloth clothes. Just some loose knit long sleeve tops to throw on when it's a bit colder.
I saw a lovely pattern blanket on the cover of the latest homes and garden magazine - anyone seen it? probably not the best one for a beginner to start on but I want it :laughing: Alternatively I'll just get mum to make it....hehe
A quick question: I just got an email from a buyer on ebay complaining that the jumpsuit she brought off me hasnt arrived. She eamiled me on Saturday and I replied that I had sent it abour 10days ago. She wants me to refund her money. I'm a bit annoyed as if I dont she wil give me negative feedback, but on the other hand why should I, I know I definatly posted it..its not my fault Aus Post have lost it. And it may still show up, as I wrote to her, it has a return address, so it may even turn back up here yet. I'm annoyed as it's $20 I'd have to return and its only her word that she didnt get it... What if it's a scam! Double annoyed as I spent my ebay earnings on the Ergo carrier I got today..so it's not like the money just sitting there.
C38 - I thought thats why people can ask for/get Registered Post??? Otherwise if Aust post looses normal mail then its just too bad. Personally I wouldn't refund the money.
kelectable
08-04-2009, 09:25
Morning all
Can not believe that it is nearly easter already.
Is anyone getting their bubs anything for easter?
I thought we would get Hunter one white egg and just see what he does with it. Ive asked family not to get him anything as it will end up in my belly not his :laughing:
Is anyone going away?
We are going camping but silly us waited till the last minute and everywhere was booked out finally found a spot in one of the national parks :smiliedance: Get to test out OH tent weve put it up in the backyard but we will see how it goes in the real outdoors. Cannot wait.
C38 - I also wouldnt be refunding her the money. Its not your fault.. Do you have a reciept for the parcel that you could maybe show her to prove to her that you sent it (just to shhh her up)
MOS - i read back a bit and saw that you are decorating sams new room. Have you seen the giant restickable pics you can get a gf of mine did her nursery up with elephants and one massive one and a row of little ones looks amazing. Here i just skipped through my pics and found 2 of them but dont have the large pic. http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c236/Talorc/012.jpg
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c236/Talorc/013.jpg
Been trying all week to capture hunters steps on video. Got two steps but am always to excited when he is doing it to grab the camera out. last night he bet his record of 10 steps and walked from the computer desk to the coffee table 18 steps little champion :smiliedance: My little bubba is turning into a little man :hissy:
Hope everyone has a great long weekend i cant wait to see my OH been missing him so much cant wait for this job to finish so he is back home.
Happy easter all. MMMMM chocies :D
Daisy Boo
08-04-2009, 11:35
Mybabyq-:wave:Welcome back. What exciting news on both counts.
C38 - just a thought but if it's registered post Aust Post should be able to track it for you. Just give them a call and they will give you a case number which you can track via the internet. This should satisfy her that you are chasing it up and that you are genuine. It happened to me over xmas. I had ordered xmas cards and they went missing. Aust post tracked them down but the poor lady had to make me a 2nd lot free of charge as I needed them by a certain date.
I took Michael to the clinic today. All of a sudden he is waking up at night and screaming and hitting me. After a while he calms down and has some milk. But she thinks he has created a habit and I need to do a gentle controlled crying with him. Not sure how I do that with DD in the next room. Anyway he is also pulling his ears a lot so I have an appointment for me today to get the whooping cough booster so I will get her to check him out too. I go back to work in 3 weeks so I'm not sure I can keep this up.:sleeping:
Is anyone getting their bubs anything for easter?
Chais will be getting something, but only so the older 2 don't ask why the easter bunny didn't leave him anything. He's getting a very tiny bunny egg & a plush bunny that says Baby's 1st & 2009. He won't be eating the chocolate though, that's for mummy :D
Yay for walking :smiliedance:
Anyway he is also pulling his ears a lot so I have an appointment for me today to get the whooping cough booster so I will get her to check him out too. I go back to work in 3 weeks so I'm not sure I can keep this up.:sleeping:
:hugs: hope he feels better. Just wanted to say, make sure they don't charge you for the whooping cough booster. In NSW if you have a bub under 12 months, it's free. DP got his the other day & our normal dr was off & the fill in wanted to charge & argue that it's only if they are under 6 months. She was really rude, but in the end gave it for free. I came home & looked up on NSW health website & it's definately under 12 months, I feel like printing it out & taking it back to her, so she doesn't make others pay when they don't need too.
c38 -I agree with the others. defintately DO NOT refund her. Unfortunately that's the risk you take when you buy from Ebay.
Ems -Can't remember if I've already said it, but LOVE the toybox :yelclap:
BB -Yay for skinny jeans :smiliedance:
MOS - Bit late now I know, but I was busy yesterday & not able to meet you. Glad you had a good time. It's a nice shopping centre. My kids also like to get clothes as presents, especially DD!
BeautifulBoys
08-04-2009, 13:22
Hey everyone....:wave:
C38 :iagree:with everyone...Hope you get it sorted out....
Beautiful day in Hobart today,fresh breeze
Im waiting for Casey to GO TO SLEEP he has been in his cot since about 1.20pm :rolleyes: he just rolls around,grizzles...etc....so then I can have a rest too :D
I do have housework to do....I'll get around to it:cool:
Took Jake to Pre kinda this morning,Mummy & Jake time :cloud9:it was nice,he made some friends...they are a yr older but will be starting Kinda next yr as they turn 5 at the start of next yr,Jacob turns 4 early Dec....its amazing though what an extra 6months of age can do,because the older one(4.5yrs old) can speak/draw really well....its good he is going to this,so next yr he will know his school & kindy Teacher shes great!
Ok better go....
Mum of Midgeys
08-04-2009, 15:08
C38 - Has she actually threatened bad feedback? Maybe she's a reasonable sort of person and wouldn't do that if she knows you've done everything in your power? I wouldn't if I thought the Seller was genuine. But like the other have said, don't refund the money, look through your other avenues What a cruddy situation to be in, when you know you've done the right thing!!
K8y - I'd love to make some lovely throw-rugs too, but I've never really knitted/crocheted... I think I'd be hopeless, lol, there'd be more holes than stitches ;) I got the 'Home Ec awards' back in high school, and I have no idea how, because I can't sew to save my life! lol. Maybe you can get your DP to get you lessons for your Mothers Day pressie :D
Kelectable - Woohoo for Hunter's steps! :yelclap: Be running circles around you before you know it!
I dunno what to get Khirra for Easter... Mum got her an eggcup, so that's cute... I don't really want to get her a stuffed toy cos Lord knows she has enough of those and I haven't even bought her one yet... so not sure...On the Huggies website though, they do a "Letter from the Easter Bunnie" - just a template and you put your child's name in. I've printed that out - very cute, lol.
BB - Wow, your little man is getting big :goodvibes: It is a great thing, being able to prepare him and ease him into it!
Well, not much on our end. Khirra had swimming lesson this morning, always good times. Oh, I finally found a cereal she'll eat, which I'm very excited about, lol. Those Cheerios things.. wholegrain stuff, yada, yada. They've got a bit of a honeycoating, but it's not enough to do any damage :p so yay. Little ragamuffin won't eat weetbox, or porridge, or that baby museli.... tried buying her the fruity bix weetbix as she can feed herself with them, but not really keen. So I've made a discovery :yelclap:
Anyway, she's up, so best go
Hi all,
welcome back mybabyq how exciting going to Italy as well.
c38- about the ebay thing, not sure of the protocol, but in the worst case situation, I would say refund 1/2, but only if you really get the idea she doesn't have it.
MOS- congrats on your winnings.
kotakai- I can't believe they are trying to charge for the booster- surely they don't pay for it anyway??
Pip is not getting anything for Easter, it is not something we really celebrate so the longer she does not realise it is easter the better!!!
Daisy Boo- hope Michael settles down soon. do you mind me asking what your CC arrangements areonce you go back to work? just curious?
tiggles- I too am curious about C38's surname and the background??
bought a new pair of shoes today..naughty...thought I would wear them to the wedding on saturday.
anyway at the ILs and Pip on the move in a "death trap" of a house according to my SIL so better go!
C38, let us know what you do re: the eBay thing. I am curious.
I'm a bit irritated today. My dr visit yesterday was $65 and I only got $21 back from medicare. "Socialised healthcare" my ****. Its not all its cracked up to be!
Anyway, mum's boss called her and told her not to come in early tomorrow b/c their computers are down and they think it will take all day to fix them. The way her boss worded it, made it sound like if you don't have anything to do, don't come in, but mum said she had some non-computer stuff she could do! :rolleyes: I said, "You're mad! I would have said Nooo, I really need the computer" :D In any case, we're going to the surf club for breakfast b4 she goes in, so that will kill a couple of hours in the morning. Then hopefully DH's work lets them out a bit early. They usually do on long weekends.
Thought I had something else to share, but its escaped me now! Just like everything else these days!
OH! I got an email from that job I applied for. It wasn't a rejection email, just a "Thanks for your interest. We got over 400 applications and will not be able to respond individually. You will be contacted if you are required for an interview. The interview list will be determined in the very near future." So I think if I haven't heard anything by the end of next week, I'm not going to. Fingers are still :fingerscrossed:.
I'm tired. DP and I stayed up late last night. Watching bridezillas. So funny, those women were scary :laughing:
Too funny! I wached that too. I wonder if you get the same episodes in QLD. "Tell Archie what you feelin'" ... lol. If we do get the same ep's you'll know what I'm talking about!
MOS - i read back a bit and saw that you are decorating sams new room. Have you seen the giant restickable pics you can get a gf of mine did her nursery up with elephants and one massive one and a row of little ones looks amazing. Here i just skipped through my pics and found 2 of them but dont have the large pic. http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c236/Talorc/012.jpg
http://i28.photobucket.com/albums/c236/Talorc/013.jpg
Thanks. I've seen those and the elephants are nicest but not what I'm looking for. I originally decided to do animals, but since he's now almost 1 year old I thought I'd go with balls (like soccer balls, footballs, etc). So that's it!
This morning we went to Lollipops. Sam freaked out once he started to sink down in the ball pit but he loved playing with the toys and playing on the little rocking horses, etc. It was nice because he really got to have a good play. He was asleep too for the first hour or so, so mummy got to have a nice relaxing coffee too! :thumbsup:
Afterwards I checked out the Home Centre thingy - like Harvey Norman, Good Guys, etc. I saw a nice washing machine reduced to $595 and a cheapie dryer for $199 so I think we'll something like that. I've heard too many horror stories about the washer/dryer combos so will just go the normal separate machines. I don't intend to use the dryer too much anyway so a cheapie is all we need. I've decided I definitely want a front loader washer though.
Well must get going as need to do DH's lunch for tomorrow. :wave:
I gave Sam som e veggies with tomato and cheese for dinner tonight and he's since :barf:about 5 times. And they're MASSIVE vomits and they STINK! He's done the last one on the bed and I just had to turn the quilt upside down as it's BAD!
So do I put it down to dairy and wait until he's 12 months util I try again? He had his BF really late, so could he have just over-eaten... Not sure. :confused:
OH OUR ROOM STINKS! :(
My baby is 11 months old today :crying:, I can't believe he's almost 1. He now weighs 8.4kgs & is 75cms long.
Here's a photo from today
http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk174/kotakai_chais/11months.jpg
Ems -what do you put on her cereal milk wise?
Babywez -That sucks about the dr $$$. Do you have anywhere that bulk bills nearby? :fingerscrossed: for the job.
MOS -Not sure. Could be dairy, could be over full, could just be feeling a little off. Not much help am I :laughing: I would maybe see how he is tomorrow, and then maybe in a week or so, try a little dairy again & see if you get the same reaction.
MBQ -Welcome back & how exciting to be planning another trip & TTC. :smiliedance:
My DS is so excited. His footy team will be playing at half time at Parra stadium on Friday night. He goes for the Eels, so he thinks this is just the best!
Yeah I reckon try him on a little dairy in a week or so, an if its same reaction then you know for certain its dairy. I did charlotte very gradual.. Started with a smidgen melted in with her mashed potatos.
She has always vomited like that when she has tinned or jarred custard though??
SHe has yoghurt now, and milk on her weetbix
MOS gosh it could be anything.... has he not had dairy before? if not, it is something that his system may not just be used to and needs small amounts over time. I think our bubs are ok to have dairy at this age so I'm not sure about putting it off until 12 months. Gradually build up the small amounts. One way to be sure I guess is to wait a week, then try the cheese again.
Oh yes, Archie - what a sap. She was just walking all over him :laughing:
Daisy boo any news on how Michael is? :hugs: How many days a week are you going back to work for?
kelectable wow - walking! clever boy :yelclap:
Gosh we went to shops today and was getting my usual bread from brumby's ($3.80) which is expensive enough IMO. I thought I'd grab some hot cross buns while there, total came to $10.80. Told them not to worry about the buns and got some from Woolies instead. Ripperofferers :shame:
Thanks ladies. I think I'll try it again in a week or so. Might try half as much mixed with baby rice first too.
k8y, the Woolies ones are still good. Just polished one off myself! :D
Walk day tomorrow. I hope it rains and it's cold as I'm dying to wear my new jacket! :o
I thought dairy was a no-no until 12 months??? Am I wrong? SOOO CONFUSING, THIS BABY STUFF!
ems meant to say, congrats on the cereal breakthrough lol.
MOS my nutrition guide says between 7-9 months. Sums has been having dairy for a while though now. I started by making up a batch of Annabel's cheese sauce and freezing into little blocks and adding a block to her meals now and then. I think it's just that you shouldn't introduce cows milk as the main milk drink before 12 months :yes:
Yes the woolies ones are good :thumbsup: I was just trying to save time by buying them while at brumby's but stuff that at that price!
BeautifulBoys
08-04-2009, 20:54
MOS....I took Casey to the docs the other day,he said they dont recommend cows milk until they are 12months of age, b/c I was wondering whether his rash was an allergy to dairy,so hard to tell....but I said he doesn't drink it I only add a couple of Tbsp to his cereal,he doesn't really have cheese,yogurt only a few times a week as he gets a bit chucky....but the rash was viral,he does suffer from exzema wheat/dairy can also make that worse I hear......introducing cows milk at around 8/10months of age is fine JMO,Casey was 8months old when I introduced him to dairy,but only tiny amounts......its only recent that they have said no wheat or dairy until 12months of age(C38? so the CHN said in Hobart) B/C when I had Jake the CHN never mentioned that.....with Jake he was around 8/10months of age,cheese & yogurt earlier but he was a bit chucky too so I eased off...it may have just been to strong for Sam...I agree try in another but maybe some cheese on its own Grated up so he can pick it up & have a nibble on it...I agree it confusing....:goodvibes:
Thanks BB, I knew I'd heard that somewhere. I searched for the mildest cheddar I could find and grated it myself. About 100g went into what will be easily 10+ meals so there really wasn't that much. Will try it for lunch one day next week - at least he will then be chucking up during the day rather than at night on our bed! :rolleyes:
Cows have more than one stomach in order to digest their milk... so it might be a little too much for a 10 month old stomach to handle! We'll see next week.
DH is snoring SOOO loudly and Sam's tossing and turning when DH hits a "loud note"... :eek: DH squishes his pillow right up against the bedhead and gets right up close so his head is almost on a 90degree angle to his shoulders - like almost parallel to the bedhead. I reckon if he slept like a NORMAL person with his head flat on the pillow, he wouldn't sound like a freight train some nights. :hair:
I must say, he's gotten HEAPS better since losing 25+ kilos, but tonight it's bad again.
Pfft! And HE thinks MY fingernails on the keyboard are annoying! :rolleyes:
HI :ecomcity:ers
For the curious my surname is Russian. But it's my Dad's step fathers name..Dad was born in Germany, his Mum is Polish (living in exile in Germany during the war). She hasnever toldhim who his father was, just said a worker on the farm. She then met a russian who she followed out to Australia when Dad was 6. She married him here and Dad got his surname when they all got naturalised. All very confusing, hope you can follow it as I can't:D
Reading the policies on EBAY it seems as the SELLER you are responsible to ensure and item is delivered. I sent it via normal post, so its not tracked. But if I can find the receipt apparently I can lodge a not received complaint with AUst Post and try and get some comphensation. But basicaly I have to refund the money from what I read. Of course I cant find the receipt. Will have another look tomorrow, as I's hoping it in the car. A lot of fuss over a Target jumpsuit:rolleyes:
MOs and BB As far as my understanding goes our babies are fine for dairy. Babies on formula are on dairy, though it's obviously modified. When they say , no cows milk until 12months they are referring to giving it ad their main source of food such as breast milk or formula is now. This is because it has too much protein and no added vitamins etc (like Breast milk or formula does) Little bits on cereal is fine. Larger amounts of cheese and yoghurt are fine as the protein i them is broken down by the manufactoring process, hence they are better tolerated. our babes are fine to have anything now. Some ultra conservatives would say, except nuts and shell fish.... but others conflict this'
Gabe's had peanut butter (smooth) on toast the last two days and loves it:p
I hope sam's not coming down with something MOS. Trying dairy in a small amount in a week or so is a good idea.
Thanks for the offer re the ebay item Ems, I won one tonight that can post. Probably got ripped off..but not thinking about it.
Mum of Midgeys
09-04-2009, 07:25
:laughing: thanks K8y, I was very impressed with my breakthrough... makes breakkie a bit easier some mornings... have been alternating between toast, fruit, yoghurt when she'll take it, baked beans and scrambled eggs. Gotta say, she does love scrambled eggs (I use the whole egg, and she's been fine).
How exciting for your DS Kotakai!! I barrack for the Eels too... when we were kids we chose teams, and I liked the blue and yellow colour combo, so that was how I chose, lol. Every boy's dream coming true, lucky little man! That pic is so gorgeous, Chais is such a little spunk!
As for the milk, I use cow's milk on her cereal. I've been giving her a little bit of cow's milk as a snack everynow and again with a cruskit or something just to get her used to it. Once she's 1 (only 7 weeks - you poor thing Kotakai, your little bubba is so close to being a 'big kid' !:crying:) I'm going to give her cow's milk for her lunch bottle. She'll have formula for the morning and night one, and probably during the night if she needs one. Just until she eats a bit more... she eats a very broad range of food, just not a lot of it :rolleyes:
haha.... in comparison my BF's DS, who turns 1 on Tuesday...for dinner the other night he ate two tupperware containers of pureed veges (he's been fussy with chunks as well) then opened his mouth for some of their lasagne. He ate half a thing of a frozen lasagne! lol, I can't even eat a quarter! Gawd help her once he's a teenager :p
C38 - Bugger about having to pay for it.... surely there must be some protection for seller's considering their would be dishonest people who would recieve stuff and pretend they didn't... :( And not a problem about the Ebay item you won. If ever there's anything else in Brissie, I'm happy to help!
MOS - Hope Sam's okay... seems a strong reaction to a little bit of dairy... hope he's okay and you can figure out the problem! Poor Sammy! (and poor you with having to do the vomit washing!)
K8y's - Brumbies is pricey... but good! But $7 for hot cross buns?? I agree, ripperofferers! They'd wanna be buns laced with gold or something, lol.
Oh. My little miss who has been refusing to make any more walking attempts, lol, last night was taking a 'step' to me from the bath, while I was filling it up, then back to the bath from me... it was more of a lunge with arms out, lol, and she was clearly freaking herself out a bit, but she kept doing it. So we'll see where she takes it from there.
Well, I'm feeling reasonably ordinary today. Have had a sore throat for a couple of days, stiff neck and general aches and pains. Today the throat feels much worse. Blegh. I sneezed the other day and got some chicken I was eating at the time stuck up behind my tonsil or somewhere :laughing: and tried to pry it out cos it was really friggin hurting, lol, but I think I've caused my sore throat my sticking my fingers in there...lol, how sad does that sound... but it was hurting!! Didn't even get it out, it just stopped scratching as much. Ringing up to get this tooth out today too, as the infection's getting a bit out of control...my sister's been threatening it will turn into an abcess, so I hope it hasn't.
Sam's fine now. I'll try the cheesy veggies again in a week or so. If he does the same thing, do I assume he's intollerant to dairy at this point? It's a good thing I've only been intro-ing 1 thing at a time as I then know it's the cheese! :thumbsup:
Had to strip our bed and hand wash a section of our feather down quilt today... :rolleyes:
Walk day today so best be off. Take care all. :wave:
ems ouch, have never heard of getting food caught up in there before :confused: good luck with your tooth - are you getting it out today or ringing up today to make an appt? :hugs: I'm so so nervous about getting mine out.
I was reading last night that introducing lumpy/finger food too late and getting them to learn how to feed themselves too late can cause fussy eating in later life and speech problems or something? :rolleyes: I try to give Sums finger food each day now and she's getting lumpy foods but I worry about her variety. She does love hot cross buns though, especially the sultanas because of their sweet taste.
BB did you mention how you did at WW? I must have missed it.
c38 thats a bummer about having to refund the money. It is a bit dodgey as then anyone could just get anything and then say they didn't get it. I think if you can show receipt you posted it and the buyer didn't request registered post then it shouldn't be on you :no:
ems did you get your toybox off ebay? would have taken forever because you really need it to be in a pickup area. I've been looking for one for a while with no luck, but didn't think of buying one that I could do up, so doing that would give me a better chance of finding one!
Off to make more vegies today as did fruit and veg shop yesterday.
DP and I had roast beef and hommus wraps for dinner last night (easy to make in advance) from a WW recipe and they were sooo yummy. I've made a few WW recipes and they've all been scrummy and a real hit with DP too. DP is great, he'll eat anything I make :goodvibes: (I think he's just grateful he doesn't have to cook as he hates it lol).
Mrs Molly Coddle
09-04-2009, 08:42
Hi girls! Sorry we have been MIA. Haven't had much of a chance to get on with Mr Clingy over here... anyway..
Didn't read through I'm sorry so no personals, but I hope you and bubs are all doing brilliantly!
We're off to sign the loan docs for the house today (yeeha). 4.5 weeks til settlement now, so that is exciting.
Have been feeling massively clucky lately. Have spent the last few days going through the baby name book and high-lighting potentials. Think DH is starting to get a little worried as he's really pushing me to start my application for Uni. We'll have to wait a while before we have another,a nd I don't think I could cope at the moment anyway, but still.. it's something I can't quite get out of my head. I think it's because we're moving and finally sort of starting our own independent little family, and I'd just love to add to it. We've compromised and will get a puppy when we are settled.
Feeling kind of bummed out as I think my bestie is mad at me. I left my mobile phone charger at the holiday house and seeing as my parents are going up there for some of the long weekend I didn't bother to buy a new one, and I think she's annoyed cause I haven't been contacting her. I hardly ever reply to her texts (or leave it for a few days) cause I never have signal or can find my charger or whatever. I'm so lazy with my phone and I feel terrible that I haven't seen her or spoken to her much. Left amessage on her phone this morn to say we miss her and she should call so we can organise a catch up, but I dunno if she will call back. Oh wellios. Things change when you have babies! God how they change!
Elliot not been sleeping very well the last few nights (even more so than normal!) and I suspected a tooth but no tooth so who knows what the heck is going on?
In short I am tired, but O.K.
Oh and I'm selling my wedding dress on ebay. Yay! Cash! I have no sentimental attachment to it whatsoever so bring on a few extra dollars, I reckon
lots of love from us xxx
Mrs Molly Coddle
09-04-2009, 08:47
HI :ecomcity:ers
For the curious my surname is Russian. But it's my Dad's step fathers name..Dad was born in Germany, his Mum is Polish (living in exile in Germany during the war). She hasnever toldhim who his father was, just said a worker on the farm. She then met a russian who she followed out to Australia when Dad was 6. She married him here and Dad got his surname when they all got naturalised. All very confusing, hope you can follow it as I can't:D
Reading the policies on EBAY it seems as the SELLER you are responsible to ensure and item is delivered. I sent it via normal post, so its not tracked. But if I can find the receipt apparently I can lodge a not received complaint with AUst Post and try and get some comphensation. But basicaly I have to refund the money from what I read. Of course I cant find the receipt. Will have another look tomorrow, as I's hoping it in the car. A lot of fuss over a Target jumpsuit:rolleyes:
MOs and BB As far as my understanding goes our babies are fine for dairy. Babies on formula are on dairy, though it's obviously modified. When they say , no cows milk until 12months they are referring to giving it ad their main source of food such as breast milk or formula is now. This is because it has too much protein and no added vitamins etc (like Breast milk or formula does) Little bits on cereal is fine. Larger amounts of cheese and yoghurt are fine as the protein i them is broken down by the manufactoring process, hence they are better tolerated. our babes are fine to have anything now. Some ultra conservatives would say, except nuts and shell fish.... but others conflict this'
Gabe's had peanut butter (smooth) on toast the last two days and loves it:p
I hope sam's not coming down with something MOS. Trying dairy in a small amount in a week or so is a good idea.
Thanks for the offer re the ebay item Ems, I won one tonight that can post. Probably got ripped off..but not thinking about it.
c38 I've had this problem on ebay before as well, but with a concert ticket (boo!) It was the day before the concert and I refunded his money, but the ticket never got sent back to me so I think he must have got it and I just got done.
I mean.. if they can't deliver it to the recipient, wouldn't they return to sender? It's tricky. I'd wait another week and see if it gets returned to you. I didn't think it was that common for things to get lost in the post these days....
bloody ebay. So hard to know who are scammers and who are not.
I don't know if it violates policy or not, but I always write 'by bidding on this item, you are accepting responsibility for the item once I have posted it.' Maybe try something like that from now on - might at least scare off anyone who is going to be try and be dodgy, and you can always be sympathetic to those who you think are legit.
ps. do you love your ergo? We bought one the other day and side saddle is HEAVEN for my poor arms when shopping as mr stroppy refuses to sit in his pram. Lovelovelove the ergo. Am going to sell my hug-a-bub on ebay, and have already sold a bubba moe! 3rd time's a charm I guess
Morning all :)
Sucks about the refund C38 makes me think twice about selling things on there now.
Got a phone call from DF earlier and he got rear ended in the car today! :(
At least it's not our fault but such a hassal to be without the car while it's getting fixed.
Had someone back into me a few years ago (same car. must be cursed :rolleyes:) and it took 2 weeks to repair the door!
Jack fell yesterday and hit his lip on the stair, poor thing was bleeding and crying. I wasn't sure what to do (I thought he'd done something to his teeth) but he's just got a fat lip now poor thing, mind you he doesn't seem to care.
I'm hoping it will be a disaster free weekend now.
I had to laugh MOS when you mentioned about your friends party. I am also going to a party for a friends 3 year old daughter at hungry Jack's on Saturday.
Oh and I bought an ergo just before Jack was born they're the best :thumbsup: I just have to watch the DVD again to figure out how to get him onto my back without help.
Must be time for a nap soon, someone's very whingey.
Have a good day everyone.
Daisy Boo
09-04-2009, 09:40
:hugs: hope he feels better. Just wanted to say, make sure they don't charge you for the whooping cough booster. In NSW if you have a bub under 12 months, it's free. DP got his the other day & our normal dr was off & the fill in wanted to charge & argue that it's only if they are under 6 months. She was really rude, but in the end gave it for free. I came home & looked up on NSW health website & it's definately under 12 months, I feel like printing it out & taking it back to her, so she doesn't make others pay when they don't need too.
Chais is absolutely gorgeous. What a smile!
Well the buggers charged me $55 for the booster shot. She reckons it was only free for parents with babies under 4 months. I knew it wasn't right but stupid me didn't take the form with me so I couldn't prove it. What can I do now? I'm going back next mongth for his 12 month shots so I can take the letter then.
Oconky and K8y - I'm going back to work 4 days a week. A bit more than I wanted but need to do it for financial reasons. Once there I'm hoping they will make me redundant. The rumour is that 600 people are going. I work at a telco. Re cc. My dd goes to family day care 3 days a week Tues - Thurs. I can only get Michael in 2 days with her. So mum will have them both on Mondays, they will be in FDC Tues and Wed together, DD will be in FDC Thursdays as well and then I will work from home Thursdays and keep Michael with me.
It seems all over the place but that's the best I can do at the moment. I'm having an anxiety attack just thinking about going back to work.
The GP checked Michael out and there was nothing wrong with him. So last night we started the self settling and it worked really well. The nurse was right he is only waking up out of habit He woke up crying at 11.40pm, 4am and 5am. I let him cry it out at 11.40pm and 4am. Within 2-5 mins he was asleep.I picked him up at 5am. The nurse said he does not need to eat between 11 and 4 which is what I have been doing each time he woke. Gave him a bottle at 5am and he went back to sleep until 7am. So I've had a much better night.
Daisy Boo
09-04-2009, 09:51
Kotakai - I just rang NSW health and got this clarified. The letters went out really quickly so they do not state the correct information. The free vaccine is for parents of children under 6 months who have not been vaccinated. I told her it's quite annoying to get a letter which tells you one thing but now you and the GP are telling me something else.
Hi Ladies, just a quickie from me. I sent you all a "cause" invitation on FB. It is to do with children's playgrounds being fenced. A girl I grew up playing golf with lost her 18 month old last year when his CC took all the kiddies to a park and he wandered off and drowned in a nearby lake. It is a terrible, terrible, terrible (x10000000) story and I think a very important cause. If you could show your support it would be greatly appreciated. Don't have to donate $ or anything, just join the cause on FB.
Nicklas slept from 9-3:30 last night, then went back to sleep at 4:30 and woke up at 7. He has NEVER slept unil 7 am, regardless of what times he's woken up! I woke up at 2:30, wide awake (well, I HAD gone to bed at 7:45!) so was awake when he finally woke up. went back to sleep at 4:30 when he did, thankfully.
I'm soooooooooooooooooo glad its a 4 day weekend! I love having DH home! :yelclap:
Off to find something to do!
Sorry babywez but I've disabled all causes app's on my FB so I probably won't get it. :confused:
We've compromised and will get a puppy when we are settled
How would you like a Toy Pomeranian x Mini Foxie?! :D
I had to laugh MOS when you mentioned about your friends party. I am also going to a party for a friends 3 year old daughter at hungry Jack's on Saturday.
Her name isn't Emily is it?!
Great to hear you've had progress on the waking stuff Daisy. Once we're in our own place I will address the sleeping "issues" we've been having... until then I'm enjoying MANY night cuddles! :rolleyes:
Well one of the companies I do some "assignments" for called me today asking if I did the one the other day alone or with a man. I told her I did it alone and she laughed saying they were convinced they'd figured out who their Myst. Shopper was! Ha ha! NO THEY DIDN'T! :raspberry:
Off to a wax appointment this arvo. Phew! Not a DAY too soon let me tell you! Her brother died a few weeks ago and she hasn't been working so I'm one hairy mumma ATM!
Bugger about those stupid letters, eh? Well I suppose we WON'T be getting our boosters then! :rolleyes:
Yay for long weekends!!!!!!!! :smiliedance::smiliedance::smiliedance:
Also yay for getting a phone call this arvo and an interview on Tuesday am! Keep :fingerscrossed: for me!
Off to Robina Town Centre to check it out (again) tonight. Might have to find something to wear Tuesday! :rolleyes:
BeautifulBoys
09-04-2009, 15:58
:wave:
Will have to go back & read a few posts.........
Babywez :no: That is just terrible.......it breaks my heart to read stories like that......
Oh yes YIPPEE for the wkends....DH has just walked in the door :D
K8y........I LOST 1.8kgs!!!!!!!!!!!!!:smiliedance:
My scales say im less,I do like them better ;)
So Im 58.1kg WW scales...57.6kgs my scales....hmmmm I choose mine :yes: but i've been eating no good today & going out for mexican tonight,oh we all need to splurge!
Her name isn't Emily is it?!
No, her name is Natalia :) Funny coincidence though
Also yay for getting a phone call this arvo and an interview on Tuesday am! Keep for me!
Grats On the interview and the sleeping :) Should be a great long weekend.
:wave:
K8y........I LOST 1.8kgs!!!!!!!!!!!!!:smiliedance:
My scales say im less,I do like them better ;)
So Im 58.1kg WW scales...57.6kgs my scales....hmmmm I choose mine :yes: but i've been eating no good today & going out for mexican tonight,oh we all need to splurge!
Congrats to you too BB and that Mexican sounds sooooo good.
Gotta go out to the shops and stock up for a few days (+ lots of chocolate too)
Have an excellent Easter weekend everyone
hi ladies!
19 rolls and counting;)
didnt even bother opening the new pack and loading it into the basket just threw tha pack in beside it as the baskets full of empty rolls
be back later
Mum of Midgeys
09-04-2009, 17:41
K8y - I was just calling up today, but they had a cancellation so I got to go in... have to go to an oral surgeon as it's still impacted :no: Hoohaa. So will go get the OPG on Tuesday, and ring and book the consultation. Which surgeon are you seeing? And yeah, I'm very nervous about getting it out. You think after having bubs one way or another we'd feel a bit more blase' about pain in general :laughing: On the plus side, I went to the lovely dentist my sister used to work for, and she gave me a 20% discount for the the checkup and clean and things, so yay :yelclap:
Babywez - :smiliedance: for the interview! Well done! An interview is definately an excuse for a new outfit :D
BB - 1.8kgs!! :yelclap: You derserve that mexican!
Ugh, anyway, might go sit on the couch, my tooth is pounding a little after the clean...
Bugger about those stupid letters, eh? Well I suppose we WON'T be getting our boosters then! :rolleyes:
I had to go back to the dr today & I told him what the other dr said & he said he's happy to give it to under 12 months for free, so maybe just see what your dr says. Or else come out & see mine :D
Goodluck Babywez :goodvibes:
Yay BB -well done :smiliedance:
In case I don't get back on here, have a very happy Easter & I hope the Easter bunny brings you something yummy :)
Hi all, Im never going to keep up now that im working.
Had the best first week at work. we have heaps more resources then my last centre and things are a lot more organised. Kara didnt do to well. screamed when i left, and i wasnt going far lol.
As for easter Kara is getting books, much to everyones (apart frm my cousin's) disappointment. I told everyone if they buy her eggs they can keep them. We were going to go camping but with all this rain we are just staying at home.
Hope everyone has a wonderful easter!!!!!!!
K8y - I was just calling up today, but they had a cancellation so I got to go in... have to go to an oral surgeon as it's still impacted :no: Hoohaa. So will go get the OPG on Tuesday, and ring and book the consultation. Which surgeon are you seeing? And yeah, I'm very nervous about getting it out. You think after having bubs one way or another we'd feel a bit more blase' about pain in general :laughing: On the plus side, I went to the lovely dentist my sister used to work for, and she gave me a 20% discount for the the checkup and clean and things, so yay :yelclap:
Babywez - :smiliedance: for the interview! Well done! An interview is definately an excuse for a new outfit :D
BB - 1.8kgs!! :yelclap: You derserve that mexican!
Ugh, anyway, might go sit on the couch, my tooth is pounding a little after the clean...
Ems - for bad toothache, have you got some Whiskey or something similar. Just soak the corner of a washer is some whiskey, and the chop down on it for a while, the alcohol will kill the pain. Otherwise some strong painkillers like Mersondil will do the trick, you can get it over the counter.
Sorry no personals just trying to catch up.
Also yay for getting a phone call this arvo and an interview on Tuesday am! Keep :fingerscrossed: for me!
Off to Robina Town Centre to check it out (again) tonight. Might have to find something to wear Tuesday!
Buy something Ems would call a "good investment piece". :D Congratulations though, such wonderful news. Best of luck for Tues.
I LOST 1.8kgs!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Wow! Congrats BB! How awesome.
hi ladies!
19 rolls and counting;)
didnt even bother opening the new pack and loading it into the basket just threw tha pack in beside it as the baskets full of empty rolls
be back later
You crack me up! I read that out to my DH and even HE thinks that's funny! I wish I could do that... soon enough, eh?! ;)
Well there have been people here since around 4:00 this arvo. All of the nieces and nephews except the oldest one, plus both SIL's, both BIL's and an aunty. Some even arrived while Sam and I were in the bath, so no nudie time on the bedroom floor tonight as we had to get dressed and say hello... TOTU, TOTU, TOTU!
TOTU! TOTU! TOTU! :banghead: :hair: :crying:
Hi All
Congrats on the interview Babywez
Tiggles, that's a great tip re the sore tooth.. thinking of trying it...and my tooth's not hurting (LOL)
BB you are our weight loss hero:yelclap::yelclap: :yelclap:
Flick your new job sounds great. Good idea about the books.
I moved Gabes cot into the spare room today as my brother was sanding and drilling on the wall outside his room. His room is conjoined with mine so I'm used to being really close to him. But I was brave and left his cot in the spare room. He BF to sleep at 745 and so far hasnt woken. There is more sanding to be done tomorrow, so I'm not going to wheel it back.. but I feel weird about going to bed and leaving him SO far away. It's maybe 10ms from my bed...LOL....I'm SUCH a wuss.
Its been sunny the last fewdays so ive taken him outside a few times and let him play on the grass. He actually propely crawled for about 10m on it yesterday as he hates it tickling his tummy and its harder to comando on. Anyhow he's become obcessed with eathing the crumbling edges an old concrete pathway. Yesterday i was following him around and hooked little concrete lumps out about 3x. Today he was about 5m from it playing with a bucket. I ran inside and grabbed the load of nappies out of the machine, when I got back out, he;s sitting on the path putting handfuls of the gravel in his mouth...some lumps walnut sized:no:. Was just miling it all round and round in his mouth and clamping shut if I tried to stop him... Had to bring him in and give him his toothbrush to make him open his mouth for me.
Im a bad Mummy. I haven't brought him anything for Easter. On Saturday, I think I might go looking for some nice kids books, one about the Christian celebration and one about the Easter Bunny for him.
C38 that sounds nice about those books. :thumbsup:
Am I the ONLY one who has a totally GUMMY baby still?! :eek:
Well everyone woke Sam up before. The SIL was stood at the back door yelling at her kids to come home with her, people in the kitchen were dragging the wooden chairs around loudly on the tiles, the phone rang TWICE in about 20 secs and one of the kids loudly stomped past our bedroom door. Then the screaming started. :rolleyes: So I let him scream for a few mins to make sure they realised.
Then the niece does what she does probably once a week or so and knocks on the bedroom door to say hello. So I told her that she doesn't need to knock on our door to say hello. Her mum was walking past and asked what's going on so I told her that whenever her daughter comes up she knocks on the door to say hello. She answered "But you opened the door first, right?"... to which I told her no... Even SHE was shocked and told her daughter not to do it again. I told her she's done it a FEW times and if she comes here after 8pm and our door is shut, we're not going to think she's rude for not saying hello. Geez! :rolleyes: (All the time DH is saying to me "TOTU, baby, TOTU!").
Sam was LOVING little bits of my lettuce at dinner tonight. I was breaking little bits off and he was chewing (with what, I have NO IDEA!) and swallowing. It was very cute. So the MIL sees and tells me to give him some of the stuff she'd cooked. It was boiled beans which I'd love to give him, but she'd drowned them in salt, oil and garlic... so I told her no, it's OK. She asked "Why not?" so I told her salt and oil's not good for babies, she said she's not telling me to give it to him for dinner but just a bit. I didn't give in though. DH was sitting next to me whispering "TOTU!" lol. I mean he was LOVING the lettuce and he'd already had his dinner, so why ruin it? No vomiting tonight.
You know I was thinking about last night's vomiting today and he was quite a chucky baby... until I gave up on MOST dairy myself. Could he be intollerant? Since I stopped dairy, he's almost stopped chucking. But sometimes I have dairy and sometimes he chucks... Hhhmmm... might have to keep an eye out to see if he really chucks a bit after I've had my big skim mocha I have every few days. It's probably nothing though.
It's Good Friday tomorrow and although I LOVE the meal the MIL cooks for GF, I'm not looking forward to having the whole extended family in my face for so long. I don't know how I'm going to get through it... I'm really dreading it actually. How sad...
Good night all. Oh and I must be a bad mother too because I too have bought nothing for Sam nor DH. I have however, spoken to DH and he's in agreeance with me about how Sam's not having any choc this year. It's unnecessary so we're not going to give it to him since he's not old enough to know he's missing out on something. DH is going to back me up. I'll put money on someone over this weekend trying to make me give some choc to Sam.
Here's an example of why I don't want my kids being looked after by the IL's: The FIL went to pick up 2 nieces and 2 nephews from school this arvo, it takes him a long time and when they come back, they've got a mixture of KFC and Maccas (I haven't touched either since multiple Maccas stops on the way down in the car from Noosa 10 months ago). So I look at my watch and tell the FIL it's 4:00 and look at the fast food in shock. He says "Maybe they not have lunch" so I said "Didn't they go to school today?" and he said "Yes but maybe just 1 sandwich" so I told him they won't eat dinner now. The nephews' parents were going off at their kids tonight over it. Their mum was asking them which one of them asked for the KFC and told them not to ask their grandparents for that again. None of the kids ate dinner, but then complained they were hungry around 9pm as they were going home. Lovely.
Well I've b!tched and moaned enough. What a grumpy old cow I've become!
kotakai, forgot to say Chais has a little cheeky glimmer in his eyes - still cute though!
Good night all.
From "Grumble Bum".
Hi everyone :wave:
Im not sure if anyone remembers me, prob not, I was in the Due in June thread last year and had my little girl Madison on the 28th June 08. I didnt come on here for ages! But in the last month or two I have been on bubhub just reading about feeding and solids and baby "stuff" and came across this group (yes im a bit slow!!) Is it too late to join? I do feel as if I know some of you cos I have been reading your posts to see what your bubs are up to and some of your advice to each other has actually helped me! So thanks! Oh and MOS (see I even know the abbreiviations) you crack me up. I can totally relate to you and the inlaw issues - we dont live with ours - I would DIE if we did but yes, thats another story!
So just wanted to stop in and say hi, sorry to butt in, but would love to chat and get to know you gals. (Im 30, live in Perth, have one little 9 month old and work part time and run a business eekkk!) Hope to chat soon (and this time I will remember my new password!)
BeautifulBoys
09-04-2009, 23:16
:wave:Hello Bonbon....Welcome!
...........
Well girls im up late ;) ........Dinner was great
I think I ate a weeks worth of points today......have been picking on food all day....:D
Must sleep :sleeping:
Catch on posts tomorrow....:fingerscrossed: I get a sleep in!
:wave: Hi Bonbon! I remember you from the Due In threads. Back then I was NoosaMumToBe. I love the name Madison - very pretty. :goodvibes: How is she doing? Teeth? I think I may be the only one left without teeth (well, the baby of course!)... although Babywez, have Nick's come through yet?
Today being Good Friday we get what they call Kibbeh T'Rawhib. It means "Meat for the Monks" and it's a thick garlicky soup with lentils, chick peas, spinach and little rolled up balls of dough. It's my fav and the MIL makes it Good Friday with deep fried fish (VERY bad and I don't eat it) but she also makes it for me once later in the year too as she knows how much love it.
Such a bad night with Sam last night. Little bugger screamed every time he even got a WHIFF of his cot. :rolleyes: DH wanted to "cuddle" around 5am... but then I heard his mum get up and the thought of having to get dressed to go to the toilet afterwards AND greet the MIL at that time put me off a little. :o
Anyway best get going. Have a wonderful Good Friday everyone and I'll no doubt be on here TOTU'ing later. :rolleyes:
No MOS, Nick still doesn't have teeth either! I have been SURE for a few weeks now that they're there, but I don't know what is going on.
He's talking to his "Baba" on Skype at the moment (short for babcia - polish for "old lady" or grandma). He slept 8-2 last night. So he's sleeping better but I don't think it will last long. It was after 4 am when he went back to sleep, then slept until 7:30!
:wave:Bonbon. Welcome (back)!
I must be a bad mother, too, then because we're not getting anything for Nicklas for Easter either. No need for chocolate at 9 months old! We don't really 'celebrate' Easter anyway. Just a long weekend for us!
Had my first inquiry into my photo cards, so am excited about that. A friend on facebook is getting married in the Bahamas and they want to send our marriage announcements. Doubt its the beginning of anything big, but its a start!
So at 1 am this morning I was awoken by ... moaning? Not sure which neighbours it was, but someone in this complex was having sex, and someone was faking it, BIG TIME. No one sounds like that. To her credit, she faked it for almost an hour. It was so annoying! I was REALLY tempted to yell out our door 'STOP FAKING IT!" :rolleyes: When I woke up, DH still hadn't come to bed - was downstairs playing Wii!!! After telling me at 9 pm "I'm not far behind you" when I went to bed. Reckons he got his second wind. Then of course Nick woke up an hour later. And DH got up to him. Couldn't get him back to sleep. After an hour and a half of trying to get him back to sleep wout boobing him, I gave in. Don't know what else to do. Might have to look into those sleep clinics. :sleeping:
BeautifulBoys
10-04-2009, 08:39
:wave:Morning.....
Its not easter without a few eggs around the house ;)
I bought Casey a little egg cup with a spoon(keepsake) it has a choc egg inside,I'll give him a taste....but he won't eat it all....little bit wont hurt him....Jake has a few but they will last till Xmas I think :laughing:
Jacob got a little egg for his first easter....he was younger than Casey......:D think mummy & daddy ate them all!
We are having a quiet one today homemade fish n chips,have a first b'day party tomorrow,Casey's little G/friend....:goodvibes: might have a BBQ Sun with my Dad....
Have a great easter!!
BeautifulBoys
10-04-2009, 08:41
No MOS, Nick still doesn't have teeth either! I have been SURE for a few weeks now that they're there, but I don't know what is going on.
He's talking to his "Baba" on Skype at the moment (short for babcia - polish for "old lady" or grandma). He slept 8-2 last night. So he's sleeping better but I don't think it will last long. It was after 4 am when he went back to sleep, then slept until 7:30!
Bonbon. Welcome (back)!
I must be a bad mother, too, then because we're not getting anything for Nicklas for Easter either. No need for chocolate at 9 months old! We don't really 'celebrate' Easter anyway. Just a long weekend for us!
Had my first inquiry into my photo cards, so am excited about that. A friend on facebook is getting married in the Bahamas and they want to send our marriage announcements. Doubt its the beginning of anything big, but its a start!
So at 1 am this morning I was awoken by ... moaning? Not sure which neighbours it was, but someone in this complex was having sex, and someone was faking it, BIG TIME. No one sounds like that. To her credit, she faked it for almost an hour. It was so annoying! I was REALLY tempted to yell out our door 'STOP FAKING IT!" When I woke up, DH still hadn't come to bed - was downstairs playing Wii!!! After telling me at 9 pm "I'm not far behind you" when I went to bed. Reckons he got his second wind. Then of course Nick woke up an hour later. And DH got up to him. Couldn't get him back to sleep. After an hour and a half of trying to get him back to sleep wout boobing him, I gave in. Don't know what else to do. Might have to look into those sleep clinics.
Made she was a "Hired" for the evening :laughing:
Mrs Molly Coddle
10-04-2009, 10:36
How would you like a Toy Pomeranian x Mini Foxie?! :D
MOS - I did mean to talk to you about this actually, but wanted to talk to DH first and find out about the house before I said anything! I can't think of a reason for us NOT to take her if she needs a home, and you could visit whenever you liked! And obviously she is used to babies because of Sam which is our main concern. I'll talk to DH about it, okay??
Hi everyone :wave:
Im not sure if anyone remembers me, prob not, I was in the Due in June thread last year and had my little girl Madison on the 28th June 08. I didnt come on here for ages! But in the last month or two I have been on bubhub just reading about feeding and solids and baby "stuff" and came across this group (yes im a bit slow!!) Is it too late to join? I do feel as if I know some of you cos I have been reading your posts to see what your bubs are up to and some of your advice to each other has actually helped me! So thanks! Oh and MOS (see I even know the abbreiviations) you crack me up. I can totally relate to you and the inlaw issues - we dont live with ours - I would DIE if we did but yes, thats another story!
So just wanted to stop in and say hi, sorry to butt in, but would love to chat and get to know you gals. (Im 30, live in Perth, have one little 9 month old and work part time and run a business eekkk!) Hope to chat soon (and this time I will remember my new password!)
I remember the name yes! Congrats on your little girl Madison, although she's probably not so little any more! You are more than welcome to join us. Pull up a chair.. so to speak :D
Ohh.. I haven't got anything for El for easter either. Id idn't even think about it. Oh dear. I know my mum has, and I think DH maay have got us both something as he was sneaky hiding things the other day when I walked in.
I painted some eggs for my niece (the 6 month old) the other day. I blew the stuff out, painted them pink and wrote 'G' 'R' 'A' 'C' 'E' on them, and painted pics of butterflies etc on the back. I put them all on a ribbown so that it spelled out 'GRACE' hanging down and would be kind of like a mobile thing. Was holding it and the ribbon broke and two of them cracked :( So now they are in a container on her dresser instead of on display! Oh well. I was proud of my efforts, and i'm sure she won't mind that two are cracked!
grumblebu....i mean mos:p we used to call dd grumble bum whne she was little now whenever she chucks a tanty we shorten it to GB lol
my neice is 5 weeks older than dylan so even a little more than sam and she has no teeth yet either. she wil be 1 on the 19th.
dylan is getting eggs this yr mostly as the other kids will wonder why he didnt, he isnt getting as many though and mummy will have too help him eat them;). he loves choc though he has had a little bit a few times already
welcome bonbon!!
bb awesome weight loss:thumbsup:
ems love that toybox looks gorgeous, im feeling that pink envy again. my dd hates pink too:crying:
flick glad you had a good week back at work, hopefully kara settles in quickly
well not sure what im doing this long weekend nothing special really. i told the kids they could have thursday(last day of term) off if they wanted too-bad mummy i know ive got the guilts cause being at work theyve always had to go before- but they both decided to go to school anyway. im glad they did though i think its nice that they want to go. brayden wasnt going to but i think hailey convinced him he would be missing out so he changed his mind at the last minute.
hmm what else.. oh i know here is a dilemma for u all. every easter the easter bunny buys my 2 kids the same amount of eggs. but then hailey goes to dads and comes home wih an enormous pile more(his family go waaay overboard and sometimes show their love with food and spoiling:hair:) so anyway obviously brayden gets something of my now dhs family but they buy the same for both kids so hailey ends up with heaps more. and to make matters worse she is a hoarder so she has hers for months and refuses to share while brayden is a piggy who gobbles all his the first day and will share whatever he has with anyone. so hailey will be with dad this easter morning so by the time she comes home in the arvo braydens eggs will be nearly all gone but hers wont even be started plus she gonna have the huge pile from dad. now hailey being older knows about the easter bunny so i tell her to tell bray her dad gave her those eggs not the bunny cause he doesnt get why the bunny is leaving her extra eggs somewhere else. ive also told her if she brings rubbish home from dads(which is always) she has to share it. if she doesnt wanna share she has to leave it at dads. but she says dad always kinda makes her bring it home and then she begrudgingly shares a little and it causes massive fights. drives me nuts i dont see why he has to buy her so much crap anyway but getting off track here. so this year for the first time i have brought brayden more than hailey:o. my plan is to put a little note with the extra from the easter bunny saying he is getting a little extra cause his sister always gets more from her dad and cause he is always such a good sharer with his eggs. and not to tell his sister. i was thinking he will eat them before she gets home anyway, he will feel a little bit special like the bunny notices he is doing the right thing. and hopefully he will still have some left when she gets home so the fighting wont start for a day or 2. but now im starting to feel guilty. ive never really bought one diff from the other. what do u guys reckon? should i give him extra on the sly or should i just give the same?
Mum of Midgeys
10-04-2009, 14:20
Made she was a "Hired" for the evening
:laughing: I like that theory! :yelclap:
How annoying though, Babywez. Maybe you and DH should've started moaning back, made a bit of a competition out of it, just to see if they got the hint.
Umm... K8y... I forgot to ask another question of yours last post... yes, got it off Ebay, for $30. I always intending to do it up, so that's why I was looking for a cheapy. They always got bid up to over $100. May as well buy a brand new one at that sort of price. People on Ebay annoy me... why do they feel the urge to bid rediculous amounts of money when the auction still has like a week to go?! Frustrating.
SMO3 - Ooh, that is tricky. Bit harsh of Hailey's dad... he could be nice and send something with Hailey home for Bray... surely he would understand the conflict that would cause. Is he a nice enough guy? Maybe if you bought the extra eggs you could say Hailey's Dad sent him some special eggs as well? Or would that be weird? I'm not sure hun... wish I had a good suggestion!
Lambkin - those eggs sound beautiful! When Khirra gets older, I'm going to make an 'egg tree' A lady who I babysat for had one in her (very expensive architectually designed and decorated house) and it looked so amazing. Just a branch, basically, painted...hers was white...or maybe silver, can't remember... in a nice vase. Then you make those eggs and hang them. Bit of a left-field idea, but I loved it. Could make special eggs for the kids to put on the tree each year :goodvibes:
I've gotten Kiss a little Kinder Surprise egg, so she can have a bit of that...gotta have a bit of a taste of Easter ;) Got DP a Lindt dark chocolate bunny/egg pack. And I've been consuming the easter eggs the MIL sent up for Khirra, lol. Naughty.
C38 - thats impressive roughage for Mr G! :laughing: Who needs bran?! And you're not a wuss, I'd be the same if Khirra weren't in the room next to us, for the first few nights at least!
Well, I have tonsillitis. Got the Dr out last night cos I took a sip of wine and all of a sudden my throat felt like it had swelled (is that a word?) up - could barely swallow, my glands all just blew up, I turned red all over my face and chest and my head just started throbbing. I could feel my gums throbbing. So obviously just the histamines in the wine, or whatever they are, but it was awful, lol. The Dr said combined with the infected tooth, my glands are ratsh!t, (well, not those words) so I'm on antibiotics again. Ugh. Going to have to get some Inner Health Plus or something to help my poor stomach.
Oh, and for those of you who like to Photoshop photos, but don't have the software, like me (on the wishlist :D) try the website 'picnik'. Just the www's and .com at the end.... (I'm never sure what we're allowed to do on here, so if that's not allowed Mods, just delete)
Anyway, gonna go see if I can find any good seafood recipes for dinner...got one here for a prawn, avocado and citrus salad... sounds good...
MOS - I did mean to talk to you about this actually, but wanted to talk to DH first and find out about the house before I said anything! I can't think of a reason for us NOT to take her if she needs a home, and you could visit whenever you liked! And obviously she is used to babies because of Sam which is our main concern. I'll talk to DH about it, okay??
Yes, please talk to him. I'll be straight up, she does bark when a stranger approaches and she hears noises. Her barking at random noises can get annoying but if you're consistent with the time out if she gets too annoying she's pretty controllable. If she's walked in the morning she's a totally different dog. She comes with a travel box, a bed, another 9 months worth of tick stuff, all vaccinations are up to date. A vet a few years ago told us she may have problems with her back legs but that was when she weighed more. We took her to a vet in Sydney about 3 months ago and I specifically asked her to check Roxy's back legs and she said they were fine. I put it down to us being first pet owners and over-feeding her.
I do love her and IF this did all happen, I wouldn't want to put her (or me :() through the stress of seeing each other and having to say goodbye again. I know it will be hard for her and also for me to re-home her. I'm already crying as I type... :crying: But I just want to know she's going to a loving home but most of all, I want to know if it doesn't work out as I will take her back in a flash and continue my search for a new home for her. She's my little princess (and her pink love heart shaped bowl say so!). Oh and she LICKS! She loves kids because they have tastier faces to lick. :rolleyes: Sam loves her too... another reason why I'm sad to be seeing her go.
OK enough depressing talk. We had a nice lunch and now everybody's gone home, the IL's are off at church and will probably go visiting afterwards, Sam's asleep and DH and I are laying on the lounge doing our own things. It's so nice and relaxing. This doesn't happen often.
SMO3, can you send the extra eggs with Hailey and have her bring them home with her? I think your idea is nice though. Maybe find out on the phone if Hailey's bringing her eggs home and then let her know that Bray's getting a few more to make up for her extra eggs and to prevent the arguments. Maybe let her know he gets more because she can't share hers! lol I have no idea... I don't think it's nasty at all getting poor Bray a little extra eggs. Even if you do it on the sly, as you said... Go with what you think is best - your judgement is best when it comes to your own kids. If not, then you've only got yourself to blame! :laughing: I was always a hoarder like her though. It was hard watching my little sister stuff her face with soooo much chocolate but a few days later when she had none left, I always sat back thinking it was a good idea to save mine. Is Hailey a neat freak? Was she born in December? A Capricorn maybe?! :D
ems, thanks for that website. Will check it out shortly. Bummer about the tonsillitis though. Good thing you're not allergic to red wine, eh?! :p There IS a positive! Maybe it was karma biting you on the bum for scoffing Khirra's choccies! Oooh, wouldn't your MIL LOVE to hear her choccies have gone into YOUR tum instead of her grand daughter's?!
Oh and my car needs a new something-or-other... ummm the big thing across the front. Gggrrr! The BIL is a mechanic and is going to see if he can get us a new one and put it in tomorrow. There wouldn't normally be an issue but I have to work on Tues & Wed and can't get public transport with Sam and a pram. k8y, you know what I mean when I say dismantling the Strider with baby under arm is NOT a one-handed job! :laughing: Ooh! Remember when you called me from the shops asking how to get the bassinet off while Sums was screaming and it was pi$$ing down raining?! Can you laugh at that moment yet? :D
If I ever do have to get on a bus with Sam I'll use my won McLaren Techno anyway but it would still be a struggle, eh? Not many people stop to help these days... :rolleyes:
k8y, how do you find your Strider? I still love ours. I'm starting to get a squeak in the wheels though but will oil them soon. I read somewhere that you should get them serviced. Has anyone done that at all? I wouldn't even know where to start or if it's worth it. We do plan on using it for the next bubba as it was wonderful that Sam could sleep in the bassinet when he was a little baby.
A friend of ours is PG. We just found out the other day so she's 9 weeks now. I'm so jealous! In a good way of course. Can't tell her though as nobody knows we're trying... not that we are but I'd welcome AF back anytime now! :hair:
I've rambled enough for now. Will go paint. :wave:
Hi all!
Well its boiling hot here in Perth,so our air con decides to die! Gotta try and find someone to come and have a look, but Im not holding my breath during easter.
Havent done much today, washed the dogs this morning, went and visited my parents and now hubby and I are just chilling while Maddie is asleep. When she wakes up we are going to go visit a friend in hospital who just had her baby on tuesday.
MOS I totally feel for you - i would be devastated if I had to let my "boys"/dogs go to another home. Yes they bark - just when I get Maddie to sleep - but I love em!
Oh well I might go chill out a bit - is anyone else ALWAYS tired? Im soooo tired, maybe I need some vitamins or something?
Welcome back Bonbon, we remember you!
Ems - sorry youre not well, take care.
SMo3 - Im a meany, I would put all of the eggs in a basket for all kidlets to share. Thats not fair on you little boy if DDs dad sends her home with heaps of eggs.
Well the only eggs our kidlets get are from the EB, 1 egg each. DD1 will scoff both hers and DD2 eggs, she is a chocaholic, whereas DH and I dont touch the stuff, though you can temp me with Lindt balls, well OK Ill eat the whole box... but normal chocolate I wont touch, I must be strange..
Guess what I just ordered?
Personalised stamps for Nick's birthday invitations! Australia post website if you're interested...they look awesome! Well, seem like it online anyway. Hope they look as good when they arrive! $24 for a sheet of 20. Might have to do some for the Chrissy cards this year, too! :thumbsup:
Bonbon I am ALWAYS tired, and I am sick of hearing myself say it. I don't know if vitamins would help, but I think 7 hours of straight sleep each night would!
Nicklas has gone down early tonight, which means he'll probably be up in the next 2 hours sometime. I'm just making an easy chicken stir fry - much better than the dinner we had last night...ICE CREAM! I had a tummy ache all night.
Ikea tomorrow I think. I got online to check tomorrow's trading hours and got sidetracked on facebook and here. Oops. :rolleyes: :wave:
Mum of Midgeys
10-04-2009, 20:28
Far out, I forget a lot of posts I mean to reply to, and forget until I read through again... really need to multiquote again.
Tiggles - thanks so much for that tip last night! Sounds like very good idea... and if I get desperate enough I will, but I hate spirits :o Can tolerate Bundy rum, but bourbon and whiskey, etc, make me want to gag, lol. I have no idea why. Do you think Baileys would work? :D
And regarding the chocolate thing, yes I do think you are a liiiittle bit strange :laughing::hugs:
Babywez - the stamps such a cool idea! Will have a look into that! :thumbsup:
Bonbon - Yep, I'm with you on the tired thing... guess that will fix itself up when the kids move out of home???...haha
And MOS - congrats for your friend! Very exciting! And don't worry hun, AF'll come back. Probably as soon as you stop wondering about it :hugs:
Mrs Molly Coddle
10-04-2009, 20:49
:laughing: I like that theory! :yelclap:
How annoying though, Babywez. Maybe you and DH should've started moaning back, made a bit of a competition out of it, just to see if they got the hint.
Umm... K8y... I forgot to ask another question of yours last post... yes, got it off Ebay, for $30. I always intending to do it up, so that's why I was looking for a cheapy. They always got bid up to over $100. May as well buy a brand new one at that sort of price. People on Ebay annoy me... why do they feel the urge to bid rediculous amounts of money when the auction still has like a week to go?! Frustrating.
SMO3 - Ooh, that is tricky. Bit harsh of Hailey's dad... he could be nice and send something with Hailey home for Bray... surely he would understand the conflict that would cause. Is he a nice enough guy? Maybe if you bought the extra eggs you could say Hailey's Dad sent him some special eggs as well? Or would that be weird? I'm not sure hun... wish I had a good suggestion!
Lambkin - those eggs sound beautiful! When Khirra gets older, I'm going to make an 'egg tree' A lady who I babysat for had one in her (very expensive architectually designed and decorated house) and it looked so amazing. Just a branch, basically, painted...hers was white...or maybe silver, can't remember... in a nice vase. Then you make those eggs and hang them. Bit of a left-field idea, but I loved it. Could make special eggs for the kids to put on the tree each year :goodvibes:
I've gotten Kiss a little Kinder Surprise egg, so she can have a bit of that...gotta have a bit of a taste of Easter ;) Got DP a Lindt dark chocolate bunny/egg pack. And I've been consuming the easter eggs the MIL sent up for Khirra, lol. Naughty.
C38 - thats impressive roughage for Mr G! :laughing: Who needs bran?! And you're not a wuss, I'd be the same if Khirra weren't in the room next to us, for the first few nights at least!
Well, I have tonsillitis. Got the Dr out last night cos I took a sip of wine and all of a sudden my throat felt like it had swelled (is that a word?) up - could barely swallow, my glands all just blew up, I turned red all over my face and chest and my head just started throbbing. I could feel my gums throbbing. So obviously just the histamines in the wine, or whatever they are, but it was awful, lol. The Dr said combined with the infected tooth, my glands are ratsh!t, (well, not those words) so I'm on antibiotics again. Ugh. Going to have to get some Inner Health Plus or something to help my poor stomach.
Oh, and for those of you who like to Photoshop photos, but don't have the software, like me (on the wishlist :D) try the website 'picnik'. Just the www's and .com at the end.... (I'm never sure what we're allowed to do on here, so if that's not allowed Mods, just delete)
Anyway, gonna go see if I can find any good seafood recipes for dinner...got one here for a prawn, avocado and citrus salad... sounds good...
The egg tree sounds beautiful!! But how the hell do you get them to hang - ahhh!! Painted some more with my nephew today although they came out kind of brown as he is 4 and likes to mix all the colours together hehe
Yes, please talk to him. I'll be straight up, she does bark when a stranger approaches and she hears noises. Her barking at random noises can get annoying but if you're consistent with the time out if she gets too annoying she's pretty controllable. If she's walked in the morning she's a totally different dog. She comes with a travel box, a bed, another 9 months worth of tick stuff, all vaccinations are up to date. A vet a few years ago told us she may have problems with her back legs but that was when she weighed more. We took her to a vet in Sydney about 3 months ago and I specifically asked her to check Roxy's back legs and she said they were fine. I put it down to us being first pet owners and over-feeding her.
I do love her and IF this did all happen, I wouldn't want to put her (or me :() through the stress of seeing each other and having to say goodbye again. I know it will be hard for her and also for me to re-home her. I'm already crying as I type... :crying: But I just want to know she's going to a loving home but most of all, I want to know if it doesn't work out as I will take her back in a flash and continue my search for a new home for her. She's my little princess (and her pink love heart shaped bowl say so!). Oh and she LICKS! She loves kids because they have tastier faces to lick. :rolleyes: Sam loves her too... another reason why I'm sad to be seeing her go.
OK enough depressing talk. We had a nice lunch and now everybody's gone home, the IL's are off at church and will probably go visiting afterwards, Sam's asleep and DH and I are laying on the lounge doing our own things. It's so nice and relaxing. This doesn't happen often.
SMO3, can you send the extra eggs with Hailey and have her bring them home with her? I think your idea is nice though. Maybe find out on the phone if Hailey's bringing her eggs home and then let her know that Bray's getting a few more to make up for her extra eggs and to prevent the arguments. Maybe let her know he gets more because she can't share hers! lol I have no idea... I don't think it's nasty at all getting poor Bray a little extra eggs. Even if you do it on the sly, as you said... Go with what you think is best - your judgement is best when it comes to your own kids. If not, then you've only got yourself to blame! :laughing: I was always a hoarder like her though. It was hard watching my little sister stuff her face with soooo much chocolate but a few days later when she had none left, I always sat back thinking it was a good idea to save mine. Is Hailey a neat freak? Was she born in December? A Capricorn maybe?! :D
ems, thanks for that website. Will check it out shortly. Bummer about the tonsillitis though. Good thing you're not allergic to red wine, eh?! :p There IS a positive! Maybe it was karma biting you on the bum for scoffing Khirra's choccies! Oooh, wouldn't your MIL LOVE to hear her choccies have gone into YOUR tum instead of her grand daughter's?!
DH agrees with me that we can take her, but i'll email you about it on facebook
Hi all!
Well its boiling hot here in Perth,so our air con decides to die! Gotta try and find someone to come and have a look, but Im not holding my breath during easter.
Havent done much today, washed the dogs this morning, went and visited my parents and now hubby and I are just chilling while Maddie is asleep. When she wakes up we are going to go visit a friend in hospital who just had her baby on tuesday.
MOS I totally feel for you - i would be devastated if I had to let my "boys"/dogs go to another home. Yes they bark - just when I get Maddie to sleep - but I love em!
Oh well I might go chill out a bit - is anyone else ALWAYS tired? Im soooo tired, maybe I need some vitamins or something?
ugh am always tired also. Have to be careful that i don't fall asleep whenever i bf elliot. Was thinking today 'maybe i should have a coffee' and I HAAATE coffee. Was just so tired. YAwning now again lol
SPeaking of Ikea, apparently they are building one at Rouse Hill!! AHH yaaay!
elliot and his cousin are asleep with mo in the bed at the moment. My sister's family are camping and my nephew has been sick so i said he could stay here with us to keep him out of the cold. It's such a sweet picture! Wish I had my camera with me
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Just found out that a mate of mine in England who MC'd while I was PG is PG again and is about 4 months along! I'm so happy for them!! :goodvibes::goodvibes: Great news to start the day!
DH got up to Nicklas about 3 times last night, and put him back to sleep w/out him screaming for the boob! The hope is that tonight he'll just sleep, knowing he won't be getting the boob again. :fingerscrossed: He tried to give him water but he wasn't too interested in that.
Now for breaky and Ikea and a hair cut and tennis...going to be a crazybusy day. Might end up getting Nick a little stuffed bunny with a couple of small easter eggs. If for no other reason than to get a picture for the scrapbook of his "first easter". :wave:
Today I'm baking! I'm going to make little Easter Egg nests for the kiddies and a lemon cake to go with the adult sweets. :D
The nests are easy: A packet of 2min noodles crused up and mixed with melted chocolate, then put them into little mini cupcake patties, push a well into the middle and plonk in 3 mini speckled eggs! :yelclap:
Have fun at Ikea baywez! Look out you'll find a use for EVERYTHING you see - I did. :rolleyes: I'm still thinking of this cool little step stool thingy that was only $29 or $39 (can't remember).
Sam sucking on corner of laptop, must go. :wave:
Okay have been a bit MIA but I've been so busy and am so tired :sleeping: I have 2 exams in a week, a law one and a management accounting, both equally difficult so it's giving me fits. I've only skimmed posts so am sorry if I have missed anything, but I'll give it a shot.
MOS :hugs: how exciting if lambkin gets to take Roxy. Still keeping it 'in the family' lol. I still love my strider, albeit the back wheels being so wide cause annoyance on at least one occasion each time we're out..... No I still can't laugh about that incident yet. Maybe after a couple of wines, but in the early light of day after minimal sleep from study it gives me the heebies. Mine gets a little squeak now and then too. Must get around to oiling as well. Have fun baking today!
babywez do you have a big Ikea on the coast or do you come up to the one at Logan? That one is HUGE! Must say have only been there once or twice and both times with DP where we were buying something specific so not much opportunity to look at everything - plus it was soooo busy.
Those birthday invitation stickers sound really cute :thumbsup: I'm doing up invitations in publisher, then pdf'ing them then just emailing them to be cheap lol... I'll print one off for her keepsake box though. I've been working on corel draw painstakingly making pictures of little butterflies/bugs etc as it's going on the background of the invitation. Lot of work, but so much fun. If I wasn't an accountant I'd always want to be in graphic design.
ems :hugs: well what have you done lately to cop so much? lol. Hope the tonsilitis clears up soon. I saw an oral surgeon at ummm BDS or something or rather - Brisbane Dental Surgeons in South Brisbane. He's going to do the work at Greenslopes. I'm so scared. I hate general anaesthetic - always worry I won't wake back up lol. Better to have general though, then get 4 wisdoms out under local!
tiggles yes you must be strange :p though lindt balls - who can resist those? mmmmm No easter for me this year, though DP did get a packet of little mini cadbury eggs so maybe one of those. I've just been so good on WW lately that I want to keep it up.
I even went for a run yesterday but am sooooo sore this morning :cool:
Hi to you bonbon!
Okay thats all I can remember from my skim read, so I'm going to do a little bit of corel draw work on my invites then back into study. Will have to show you all when I'm done. We're having a bbq lunch at home for it. Will just pre-make salads for it the day before, ice the cake that night (I so can't wait to make the cake - is anyone doing a practice run of theirs? I am thinking about it lol). Will mostly be adults there so in regards to lolly bags as such, what is everyone else doing?
BeautifulBoys
11-04-2009, 08:20
Morning.........:wave:
Tiggles...Thats what I brought myself this Easter on of those Large lindt balls that comes with a few small ones:thumbsup:.......oh I cant taste it now,I only love the decent chocolate I dont eat the Cr@p stuff...
K8y...Goodluck with those exams hun :goodvibes: all your hard work will pay off your'll see.....get some rest when you can...and you went for a run...well done,and enjoy a few eggs I know once Mon comes Im back on WW,I do still track everyday but this wkend have been a bit naughty....
We are going to Casey's friends 1st b'bay today....
Casey is the baby of the grp......his bday is last!
MOS...they sound yummy!
ems84...Hope your feeling better:hugs:
BeautifulBoys
11-04-2009, 08:24
Just found out that a mate of mine in England who MC'd while I was PG is PG again and is about 4 months along! I'm so happy for them!! Great news to start the day!
DH got up to Nicklas about 3 times last night, and put him back to sleep w/out him screaming for the boob! The hope is that tonight he'll just sleep, knowing he won't be getting the boob again. He tried to give him water but he wasn't too interested in that.
Now for breaky and Ikea and a hair cut and tennis...going to be a crazybusy day. Might end up getting Nick a little stuffed bunny with a couple of small easter eggs. If for no other reason than to get a picture for the scrapbook of his "first easter".
Oh thats wonderful news :goodvibes:
awwww go on get him the bunny,thats why I got Casey one...few pics,same as when DS1 had his first easter....
Have a great day!
A friend of ours is PG. We just found out the other day so she's 9 weeks now. I'm so jealous! In a good way of course. Can't tell her though as nobody knows we're trying... not that we are but I'd welcome AF back anytime now! :hair:
I've rambled enough for now. Will go paint. :wave:
Its been 2 weeks with no breastfeeding.. actually 2 an a half.. but NO AF.
How long after you stop is it supposed to come back. I get occasionally mildly crampy.. Im not complaining at all.. Its AWESOME not getting it.. but still.. she's gone AWOL I think
stg I've heard it could take a few months to get it back. If you find yours, can you see if mine's hiding with her?! :D
Went for a walk to Woolies this morning but there were no speckled eggs. I then remembered it's one of the niece's birthdays on Wed and I'm working Tues/Wed so I went to Westfield and got her a Pandora charm. Man it was BUSY!
DH said he'd take Sam and I out to dinner tonight as the IL's went out last night and I'd love to get out. I've just found out they're going to church tonight so we'd have the house to ourselves. Maybe we can just make it a quick beer at the hotel down the road or something instead. Or even cake and coffee after dinner. I dunno...
Back from Ikea and about to go to hairdresser. Bloody hell Ikea was PACKED! K8Y we went to the one in Logan and yes, it is huge and it was packed today, too! But it is Saturday and everyone was probably cooped up inside yesterday so wanted to get out!
We got a new frying pan, plus a lid for that one and a lid for the pan we already have, new tea towels, a couple of bibs with sleeves for Nick, some little organizer things for his drawers, 3 of those wooden frames for me to find some fabric to cover w/ to decorate in our bedrdoom...other stuff I'm sure but can't think of it! Then went to the place next door and bought him some bath toys from a place called "Holy Sheet!" And mum ordered a pillow w/ his name on it and the top half is decorated w/ race cars and spanners. I just wanted the bag that says "Holy Sheet!" on it! :laughing:
IT is pouring rain again here. We've had clothes on the line for a WEEK and probably have to rewash them all now. :hair:
Ok gotta run to my hair appt! :wave:
OK I'm sitting in my room, there's nobody home and I'm sobbing. :crying: Sam's asleep next to me.
Well as per Lambkin's comment, we are pretty sure we've found a wonderful loving happy home for our little princess... and as happy as I am about it, I am a mess. :crying:
On the upside, I feel like a massive weight has been lifted. My MIL has made a few comments about how she can't stay here if we ever leave and I know we'd really try to keep her in the unit but it wouldn't be best for her nor us. She would go nuts if anyone ever visited us which is normally fine because she either goes into the back yard or the garage if she's a problem but in the unit there would be no escaping her barking, it would cause problems with our neighbours and it is such a small area I doubt it would be good for us. So I know this is a good thing but I love her so much. :crying:
Lambkin and I have agreed to discuss her coming back to us in a few years if we can take her back but I understand that little boy's can get attached to their pets and would never want to do that to Elliott (and also Roxy wuld be then attached to her new family..) unless that is what they want at the time so I am seeing this as her going to a better home... the rest will be left until the future.
So this is a totally perfect scenario. We will still be able to visit if we want (and can handle it) and will always be able to find out how she is and know she's being well taken care of.
So why am I a mess? :crying:
The other option of staying here until we're in a position to take her with us into a house is costing me my sanity and I know in my head this is the right thing to do. I just can't get my heart around it... and now it's real.
Sorry for being a stupid old miserable mess but I just had to talk to someone about it and since nobody IRL even knows we're moving out, this is the only place I can get it out. :hugs:
I need hugs and there's nobody here to give them. :hissy:
:hugs::hugs::hugs:
I have been there, having to re-home a much loved pet, and I can tell you that eventually it gets easier. But it took a looooong time for me. We couldn't afford to bring Dallas to Aus with us, and it was MONTHS b4 I could think about her and not burst into tears. I know exactly how you feel. It is so hard. My mum didn't get it, she's not an animal person AT.ALL. They really do become part of your family and fill a huge place in your heart. You know she will be loved, and know that if situations change you can get her back. DH asked if I wanted to see Dallas when we are on our trip, and I said no. Even though I am MOSTLY "over it" now, seeing her would reduce me to a blubbering fool all over again! :hugs::hugs::hugs:
:hugs: Thanks Babywez, I totally understand. I never would have before. I never had a pet until Roxy and DH bought her for my surprise mid-year birthday almost 3 years ago. Since my birthday's on Christmas Day he treated me with a "birthday" in August 2006. We both went out and picked her... or rather SHE picked US! Of all the dogs we saw that day, she was the only one which didn't just sit there. We held a fair few puppies but Roxy just climbed up DH onto his face and started licking his face. I wanted a little white fluffball but they all seemed to just curl up and sleep - we fell in love with Roxy's energy... and it seems that's now part of the reason we can't keep her. Gotta go. IL's home and I have red eyes but can't explain why since they have no idea we're moving yet. :(
Well I've gotten over my little meltdown.
The IL's bought Sam an outfit for Easter as the MIL over-heard me telling the SIL we're not venturing into chocolate this year. It's actually VERY cute! I'm surprised because her choices are usually the... ummm... wrong season, wrong size or not nice. How awful is that?! I'm very un-grateful! :yes: :rolleyes:
Anyway it's also size 1 which is great because he's got hardly anything in a size 1 and an abundance of size 0 and 00 clothes that still fit him. The SIL went with them so I suspect she had a lot to do with it.
Ooh the MIL was very impressed this arvo as I gave Sam some of her hummus just as she'd finished making it. I spread some on his rice cakes and he managed to cover himself in it but seemed to love the taste. I also gave him some on some leb bread but he jammed it all into his mouth at the same time and almost choked so no more leb bread. :no:
I've made the easter nests and will do the lemon cake a little later.
I spoke to DH earlier too about my meltdown and he made me feel better by assuring me she'll be much happier with space and a little family to keep her company. She's spent lots of time in the garage alone here and it wouldn't be very nice for her, especially after being a 100% indoor dog in Noosa. It's sad for me but I KNOW she'll be much happier. And Lambkin, I may even be your new best friend by dropping over EVERY single day! ;) That was seriously a joke - please don't stress out! :laughing:
Well the IL's are getting ready to head off to church and DH is still at work so best get going and entertain Sam for a while and then get his dinner sorted. I make sure I stop what I'm doing and play with him a few times a day. :goodvibes:
awww mos :hugs::hugs::hugs:
Awww MOS that is SOOO sad! I would be exactly the same - and even though its hard, it is the best thing. Im a full dog person and have 2 golden retrievers and I am always feeling guilty for not walking them enough - they are just sooo hard to walk - in fact they almost walk me. Let alone a pram as well!
Well I am at work at the moment doing a night shift. Im pretty lucky that I can bring my little laptop with me and I spend most of the night checking facebook and bubhub etc! I fed Maddie just before I left and tried putting her to sleep but no, she was in one of her moods where she didnt wanna go to sleep . So left and DH put her to sleep . I really want to teach her to put her self to sleep without the screaming and carrying on - and then i end up cuddling her to sleep! Its so hard this sleep thing!
We were out most of the day today at the Freo Street Festival, and its so hot and Im so tired but have a 12 hour night shift ahead of me. Oh well. Such is life.
Am looking forward to Easter tomorrow. I bought Maddie a battery operated bunny - it scurries along the floor singing and bouncing - she loves it and wiggles her little bum when the music starts. hahah so cute, she loves music. And i also got her a little egg cup and spoon set with a small choc egg in the cup - will let her have a taste and take pics just for my scrapbook too. I really must start making her first year scrapbook. Is anyone else here into scrapbooking? Ive never done it, but really want to do the first 12 months for each baby I have. Just finding the time is another thing!!
Oh and stg and mos i havent got my af back yet either, im still breastfeeding so it does make it a bit tricky if we did want to start trying for no 2?!
Bonbon: what sort of work do you do that you do nights?/
MOS:hugs: I would be the same. Goodnews that Lambkin and Mo will take her thou
Goodluck with your studying K8Y. I duno that my baby brain will ever recover enough for me to contemplate study again:cool:
Ive got the grots today. Just dont feel like talking to anyone, yet feel really lonely and down. Im finding it really hard to get motivated about anything lately.
Anyhow on a lighter note Gabriel discovered clapping today. He woke up this morning (in my bed after coming inat 6amish) and when I sat him up he just started doing it. He thinks he's very clever and has been practising all day.
He also got into the toilet paper...wound it all off the roll while I was in the shower. Probably the wrong thing todo but I let him as it kept him busy and in one place until I was finished ..those who have seen Facebook, will know I even managed aquick photo.
AND a huge win tonight. We both had a late nap. He went to sleep around 430..I drifted off on the couch...I woke at 6and he was still snoozing...I finally woke him at 630. We then went and got a DVD before I gave him tea at about 730. At 9 after his bath and a book and a BF he was really hyped up, craawling from thing to thing, pulling cushions off the couch, bothering the dog, and not looking sleepy at all. I was a bit over trying to get him to calm down so put him into bed, gave him a kiss and gave him a big stuffed hound dog that usually sits on his chair to look at, then walked out. I was expecting maybe 10-30 minutes of play then tears and a screaming match, leading to me getting him up and BF him to sleep. But, Iheard a few play sqeals then nothing..he was asleep in about 15mins... and still is..:smiliedance:
Hi C38
I work in a juvenile prison! I took 12 months off but I decided last month to go back part time and do nights only. So basically I work 5 nights every 3 weeks, so Im hardly here but get paid pretty well . The kids are locked down when i get here, im just in the office all night and have to check on them and make sure all is well. Can be pretty cruisy - can watch dvds, go on the net, drink nice warm coffee (as opposed to drinking cold cups of tea and coffee at home - how do bubs always know when you have just sat down with a cuppa!?). So I start at 8pm and finish at 8am, and will go home and feed Maddie and then nap when she does. Im only doing one nite this week so its easy, will just have an early nite tomorrow nite to catch up....
Oh and what do you think made your little one put himself to sleep? Do you usually feed him to sleep? I would love to be able just put Maddie in the cot and have her fall asleep without the battles.Maybe cos he was well rested and not overtired? I think Maddie has done that a few times, and when she did, i actually went and made sure she was breathing cos it was so unusual it scared me!
On another note, im so excited, i just made my first sale! I have a little online business which is new and my first order came thru tonite so im pumped!
Might go make a cuppa and have a hot cross bun - its hard being at work - i really do think that stay at home mums work harder than anyone!
xx
MOS that is great that the ILs bought a little outfit and not chocolate! Finally they paid attention eh?
C38 that is so cute that he is clapping! And that he had a good sleep last night. It must have been the night for it, because Nick slept 7-5:30 :eek: Then DH went in and put him back to sleep and he woke up about 6:50 or so! I hope the last couple of nights not giving him the boob when he wakes up are working, and its not just a fluke! Of course, I was up around 2:30 again, this time with terrible pain in my back and leg :no: Going to the "guru" tomorrow...my mum's woman who is a reiki person. Can't wait!
Bonbon, congrats on the first sale! Hope its the first of many! And that sounds like an ... interesting job. I think it would be fine as long as nothing exciting happened! :D
Have to go make some morning tea. Dad and SM are coming over to see Nicklas today and we have NOTHING in the house. Going to make scones and banana muffins.
HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE! :flowerz:
Yes, HAPPY EASTER EVERYBODY! This time last year we were all wondering who was going to go first.
C38, I love the toilet roll pic and well done for the clapping! :yelclap: Seemscute. Let us know when it gets annoying! :laughing:
Bonbon, congrats on your first order. What kind of business is it?
Well Babywez, you mentioned good on the IL's for listening and getting clothes? Well... the MIL un-did all of that first thing this morning. I swear I was SO impressed with her LISTENING to me and I just wanted her to NOT give him chocolate. There was no need to go and get him clothes so I am totally grateful... BUT...
This morning when we woke up she took Sam inside (DH and I were sitting out the back) and then when she came back out Sam had a small (like 4cm tall) yellow chick in his hand. It was an easter egg in yellow foil with a pic of a chicken on it. Very cute. Anyway, I said that's cute, thank you, etc, then he put it in his mouth. I said "No" and she pulled it out. I said to her "I don't want him putting it in his mouth because there's a loose bit of foil on the top" and she said "Yes I was thinking the same thing - just a little bit on top" (language barrier SUCKS as she thinks I was saying to give him some!). So I said "No, don't give him chocolate - look at this, I don't want that in his mouth" and I showed her the little flap of loose foil. She just ignored me and said she's going to just let him suck the top to taste the chocolate. At which point DH said "TOTU" to me, I shut my mouth as was about to go off and he took the choc off him.
Man she's just DOESN'T LISTEN! :hair: She frustrates me to NO END. I am going to have to watch her ALL DAY.
The FIL just came into our room and gave Sam a $50 note which went straight to his mouth. :rolleyes: It's only Easter, he doesn't need money. Oh boy... anyway I said thank you but might see if DH will give it back to him as it's so unnecessary... or maybe we'll but a safety gate with it! FOR OUR UNIT!!! WOOHOOOOOO! :smiliedance:
Oh well, off to shower now but it's making me very paranoid that whilst I'm in there getting ready Sam will be munching on some chocolate out here. :banghead:
Nicklas had a little bit of chocolate yesterday. He didn't think much of it. Then exactly what I knew would happen, happened. I ATE IT! Grrrrr. Oh well.
:flowerz: HAPPY EASTER EVERYONE :flowerz:
MOS- I swear you deserve a medal!
c38 - Yay for clapping :smiliedance: & an even bigger yay for sleeping :smiliedance:
Bonbon -Welcome back :wave:
stg -It took me 7 weeks after I stopped feeding to get my AF back.
Well I'm off to eat some chocolate :D
BeautifulBoys
12-04-2009, 14:04
MOS...Lots of :hugs: Roxy will miss you all so much,but like you said at least this way you see Roxy etc....I saw a little baby today we went out for lunch he looked a bit like Sam...he was very cute!
Bonbon....Yes interesting job....whats the business? CONGRATS!
C38 :yelclap:Yay for Mr G clapping....Casey is always clapping its rather cute I must say,trying to teach him how to wave now...
Babywez,same thing happened this morning gave Casey a wee bit of chocolate but I ended up eating it....:D
...........
Happy Easter....
DH & myself took the boys out for lunch,I have a half sis who's 11 she came & is staying for a few days,it was going to be a family lunch with my Dad & stepmum,but my stepmum is not feeling good she was admitted to hospital yest morning with really bad stomach pains,so bad she called an Ambulance,much better today they have no idea what caused it....
Casey grizzled basically the whole time through lunch poor bub think hes teething as both cheeks are bright red,not really into breakfast but had yogurt & some fruit custard for lunch...
Jacob got a visit from the easter bunny,he was :eek:....WOW Mummy all these chocolates....so far hes only had 2 small/med size eggs....thats enough like his mother lovs chocolate,had a couple myself..
I have eatin sooooooooo much this wkend :shame:
But on WW tomorrow!
Not much else to report....:goodvibes:
BeautifulBoys
12-04-2009, 14:09
Yes, HAPPY EASTER EVERYBODY! This time last year we were all wondering who was going to go first.
C38, I love the toilet roll pic and well done for the clapping! Seemscute. Let us know when it gets annoying!
Bonbon, congrats on your first order. What kind of business is it?
Well Babywez, you mentioned good on the IL's for listening and getting clothes? Well... the MIL un-did all of that first thing this morning. I swear I was SO impressed with her LISTENING to me and I just wanted her to NOT give him chocolate. There was no need to go and get him clothes so I am totally grateful... BUT...
This morning when we woke up she took Sam inside (DH and I were sitting out the back) and then when she came back out Sam had a small (like 4cm tall) yellow chick in his hand. It was an easter egg in yellow foil with a pic of a chicken on it. Very cute. Anyway, I said that's cute, thank you, etc, then he put it in his mouth. I said "No" and she pulled it out. I said to her "I don't want him putting it in his mouth because there's a loose bit of foil on the top" and she said "Yes I was thinking the same thing - just a little bit on top" (language barrier SUCKS as she thinks I was saying to give him some!). So I said "No, don't give him chocolate - look at this, I don't want that in his mouth" and I showed her the little flap of loose foil. She just ignored me and said she's going to just let him suck the top to taste the chocolate. At which point DH said "TOTU" to me, I shut my mouth as was about to go off and he took the choc off him.
Man she's just DOESN'T LISTEN! She frustrates me to NO END. I am going to have to watch her ALL DAY.
The FIL just came into our room and gave Sam a $50 note which went straight to his mouth. It's only Easter, he doesn't need money. Oh boy... anyway I said thank you but might see if DH will give it back to him as it's so unnecessary... or maybe we'll but a safety gate with it! FOR OUR UNIT!!! WOOHOOOOOO!
Oh well, off to shower now but it's making me very paranoid that whilst I'm in there getting ready Sam will be munching on some chocolate out here.
Keep the $50 bucks :thumbsup: thats compensation for all the pain & suffering you have endured....:laughing:
Just joking,that was nice of him though,buy that safety gate:yes:
Aww MOS your PIL just love him and just want to spoil him. Keep the $50 and buy a gate (as BB said if for no other reason then for all the annoyance)
My Mum got crabby with me yesterday as she wanted to buy him a KinderSurprize, and my words were... well you can if you want to but I'll only let him have a taste then eat it...so you may as well save your money. So she put it back and was all huffy. (I didnt say she couldnt buy it!!!) Then I saw her looking when I was in the EEgg section picking out one for him. I never got organised enough to go looking for books:o. So I brought him an Easter Bilby egg, he has looked at it, pulled some foil off and tried to eat the foil then had a suck on the chocloate. I broke a tiny bit of and gave to him. Then took it off him. And have just eaten it while he's been asleep:o:o. SO, thats Easter been and gone.:laughing: Why do people think Kinder Surprises are better for them..??. chocolate is chocolate!! Dark chocolate has slightly less fat, and antioxidents...but milk chocolate is just fat, cocoa and sugar. (Nice though LOL)
Bonbon. What an interesting job. I'd be a bit scared of some of the behaviours I'd have to deal with. But then I face it at work, and we don't have the proper factilities etc, and have sick small kids and babies around to protect..so I guess it comes with the job at times. One of my friends was a teacher at the facility we have here. She loved it but left because of the system, not the kids.
Hmm last night was probably just a fluke. He nomally goes down like that during the day though... 8/10x I just put him to bed with his toys and he may grizzle a wee bit at some point but goes to sleep. But of an evening he usually screams and carrys on so I end up Bf him or rocking or whatever works on the night type of thing. I have just been keeping the smae regime...tea, bath, book, BF bed..then I go in and try and calm him if he crys (not grizzling ..that I ignore)..if he's really screaming then I get him up and either try again in a while or BF him. Lastnight he was actually overtired though I think, as he was getting hyper..pulling things around, going from one thing to the next and targeting things that he knows I react to..like the DVD player.
He slept until 9- 430 then came into bed with me for a feed and we slept until 730. Which was great, usually he wakes at midnightish, then 430 then 6ish then 730.
Ho hum. well ive been lazy sitting here eating bilby.. need to go and clean up the lunch time mess.. Cord husks, gratted carrot and bits of pear and bread all over the floor. Have scraped up the worst, but need to vacuum then wash off the residue. then its off to Mus for roast pork, and home in time for his bath before So You Think You Can Dance
Sums has been sick.....again. Not slept well the past 2 nights so between that and study for my law exam I'm a write off.
No choc for me today. When get into the WW 'zone' it's easy to abstain. Plus DP is out tonight so just a plate of vegies for dinner (for both of us lol). DP let me sleep in a bit this morning and brought me bacon and eggs in bed (albeit all low fat which I thought very thoughtful of him).
MOS :hugs: I can't imagine how hard giving up Roxy is for you. At least you can be happy in the knowledge she is going to happy family home and one where you can keep in touch regularly.
BB hope your stepmum is ok :confused:
ems how goes the tonsilitis and tooth?
babywez saw your pics on FB. Hair looks lovely!
bonbon yes, what business have you started? (us BH'ers are stickybeaks :D) congrats on your first sale!
c38 hope you're a bit cheerier today :hugs: yum roast pork....
Whoever was talking about AF, I got mine back while still full time BF. So we're all different! So unexpected. Happy though to know it all works again properly so we can start trying again for another bub at years end. I can't wait :goodvibes: Such a shame to get that bod just back into shape only to lose it again! Only this time I vow to not EAT my way through my pregnancy and eat just the right amount we'll need as well as walk regularly. Easier to do this time around as I'll have my tready. Might see my dietician too so she can help me with a good eating program.
Well back to the study :geek:
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