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Post by theoprah on Jan 29, 2018 4:43:38 GMT -6
It’s Monday Funday - let’s do this!
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Post by scorpioscuba on Jan 29, 2018 9:43:43 GMT -6
My girl is 2 today!!! She’s the last of the January 2016ers to turn 2. On to another year!!! Someone please press the pause button!!!
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Post by scorpioscuba on Jan 29, 2018 9:45:13 GMT -6
On a totally random note I had a dream that after her party I had to hop on a plane and flew to Germany for work and I sent crimsonandclover to see if she could meet up. Clearly I’m jealous of theoprah going back I March!! 😂
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Post by lollipop on Jan 29, 2018 10:08:55 GMT -6
Monday snuck up on me. Both kids were still asleep when my alarm went off. You have no idea how tempted I was to just let them sleep and go back to bed myself. Mornings are the worst.
M and I have dance today, and then I'm going to fold some laundry and tidy up some. I still have party decorations to take down, and balloons to get rid of lol
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Post by kcrkcs on Jan 29, 2018 12:52:02 GMT -6
I am so done with winter today. It's back to the teens and it's so freaking icy we can't turn the horses out. We need some snow stat. Or warm weather but that isn't happening so I would just take some good snow. Question- what are everyone's nap routines like these days? L will sometimes take a 2.5-3hr nap at school and I am wondering if that might be a bit much. We have been struggling with bed time sometimes it's because I just can't get dinner etc finished fast enough and we miss "the window" but I also wonder if the super long naps contribute. I was hoping to talk to the Ped. About this tomorrow but she has the flu so our appointment got rescheduled.
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Post by dizzycooks on Jan 29, 2018 12:52:42 GMT -6
I just scheduled the rest of my prenatal appts. I suppose I should start thinking about how this is all going to go down?? Otherwise, I’m with lollipop this week totally caught me off guard. I’m a mess, the house is a mess and I kinda don’t care.
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Post by scorpioscuba on Jan 29, 2018 13:28:07 GMT -6
kcrkcs dd naps 1.5 to 2 hours some time between 12-2pm. I cap @2 hours and 2pm (bedtime is at 7pm) unless sick or some other extreme circumstance. Night time sleep is way more important to me now and dd is consistently sleeping 11-12 hours straight. If she sleeps closer to 12 hours over night her naps tend to be shorter.
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Post by dizzycooks on Jan 29, 2018 14:09:32 GMT -6
Dd3 typically naps 2-21/2 hours. I wake her by 3:30 and she usually goes down between 12:45 and 1. Usually the big girls wake her early with their noise though. I haven’t had any problem getting her to bed. With dd1 I did ask that they limit her nap though and wake her at 3pm bc otherwise she’d sleep the day away and bedtime was HARD!
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Post by lollipop on Jan 29, 2018 14:38:27 GMT -6
M sleeps between 2 and 3 hours for naps. Usually she goes down around 11:30. Except for days the she has dance, when she goes down closer to 1245. A lot of times u have to wake her to go get S at about 245.
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Post by dizzycooks on Jan 29, 2018 15:40:22 GMT -6
Can I just confess that I am OVER my almost 4yos behavior? She’s adorable and sweet, but so damn whiny! She talks incessantly, asks 200+ Qs a day, makes odd noises and cries every time something isn’t right. This could be bc we are waiting to pick dd1 up, her shoes itch, she wants to wear a princess dress, but then you can’t see her Minnie Mouse shirt, she wants to swim, but can’t find the “right” suit, etc.
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Post by lollipop on Jan 29, 2018 17:02:08 GMT -6
Can I just confess that I am OVER my almost 4yos behavior? She’s adorable and sweet, but so damn whiny! She talks incessantly, asks 200+ Qs a day, makes odd noises and cries every time something isn’t right. This could be bc we are waiting to pick dd1 up, her shoes itch, she wants to wear a princess dress, but then you can’t see her Minnie Mouse shirt, she wants to swim, but can’t find the “right” suit, etc. I feel your pain. We've been home for half an hour and S has asked for a snack, asked me to find a colouring book 3 times, asked what the last colouring book said, asked if he could go outside (NO, it was too cold for outdoor recess), asked when H is going to be home, asked when supper was, and informed me that he broke his blue marker. My answers were almost all "figure it out, you know how to look for things."
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Post by kcrkcs on Jan 30, 2018 21:53:36 GMT -6
I had to take a horse for potential emergency surgery today. The surgical center is a 4hr drive. I am spending the night as we are waiting to see how things develop. It is hopeful things will resolve without surgery and in any case likely that he will be ok even if surgery is necessary but today has been way stressful. In addition I am guessing that this will force the weaning that I know needed to occur. I just didn't realize this morning would be the last time. I am crying. Pat my head and tell me it will all be ok.
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Post by tinydancer on Jan 30, 2018 22:49:50 GMT -6
Hugs kcrkcs. I hope the horse is ok. Re weaning, even if you are gone a few days, that doesn't necessarily mean that L not nurse again. Unless you want to cut it off, and then it will all be ok and there will still be plenty of opportunities for cuddles.
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Post by tinydancer on Jan 30, 2018 22:53:53 GMT -6
We had a terrible but short (36 hr) flu pass through out house - me, nanny, LO, and yesterday H finally got it. We were somehow miraculously all healthy on Saturday for LOs party, which was very fun.
We're going on a 2.5 hour plane ride in a few weeks. Do you guys recommend we bring the carseat on the plane for LO (this is his first flight with his own seat)? We have to bring it to use at our destination anyway, so it seems like we might as well just sit him in it on the flight. He still rear faces in our car, but I'm not sure if there will be room for that on the plane?
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Post by nellieoleson on Jan 31, 2018 0:41:05 GMT -6
We had a terrible but short (36 hr) flu pass through out house - me, nanny, LO, and yesterday H finally got it. We were somehow miraculously all healthy on Saturday for LOs party, which was very fun. We're going on a 2.5 hour plane ride in a few weeks. Do you guys recommend we bring the carseat on the plane for LO (this is his first flight with his own seat)? We have to bring it to use at our destination anyway, so it seems like we might as well just sit him in it on the flight. He still rear faces in our car, but I'm not sure if there will be room for that on the plane? I would bring it on the plane but forward face.
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Post by nellieoleson on Jan 31, 2018 0:47:18 GMT -6
You guys. I had a helluva week involving a health scare and major home improvement projects.
I keep wanting to post but have been a bit out of it lately. I think I’ve written at least 5 posts that have only made it half way.
But HI! I’m here!
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Post by nellieoleson on Jan 31, 2018 0:51:01 GMT -6
kcrkcs - how long are you away? Just overnight? Dd2 spent 2 nights at my mom’s a couple weeks ago and there is still no weaning in sight... although if you are ready to wean it may be a good opportunity to nudge it in that direction. It doesn’t have to be all or nothing!
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Post by kcrkcs on Jan 31, 2018 1:06:05 GMT -6
nellieoleson I am ready I just wasn't ready this morning because I didn't know. Ya know? I know we could keep nursing I mean currently I am literally soaking in milk but hubs would not be amused if I don't take the opportunity to get this done. But more importantly I am glad your health scare sounds like it has resolved... belated hugs
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Post by scorpioscuba on Jan 31, 2018 6:57:37 GMT -6
Oh no nellieoleson! I hope everything is ok. Big hugs! tinydancer at this age definitely bring the car seat on board and FF DS. He and you will be much happier!! 😊 Hugs kcrkcs. Sorry for the abrupt start to weaning. Even when you are “ready”, it’s so hard and sad. You have every right to feel this way and if you and dd aren’t ready I’d hope H would support you. Especially if you didn’t have a chance to prepare dd. I’d think at this age a bit of preparation and talking about it in advance would be necessary. I hope all is well with the horse!
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Post by crimsonandclover on Feb 1, 2018 7:42:15 GMT -6
scorpioscuba, you're welcome to visit! DD3 has *another* ear infection. ::sob:: Everyone was sick the last 2 weeks before my Christmas vacation from work, and 3 of the 4 weeks since then there have been sick kids. That means 5 out of my last 6 work weeks I have had to do unplanned WFH days because of this. Thankfully my boss is really cool about it, but I'm getting really frustrated.
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Post by dizzycooks on Feb 1, 2018 13:08:32 GMT -6
crimsonandclover I don’t know how you do it. I hope she gets better quickly! We visited the clinic today bc dd3 had flu like symptoms and you probably know influenza is rampant right now. She doesn’t have it thank goodness, but she’s definitely got a bad cold. She’s a mess and so clingy. I just got done sanitizing all the toys I could and wiping down counters, light switches and chairs with bleach. There’s more to do, but I figure that’s a start.
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Post by theoprah on Feb 1, 2018 14:58:28 GMT -6
tinydancer - I agree with everyone that taking the car seat on board is a good idea. We bought a frame that turned our Britax car seat into a stroller for airport travel. I will see if I can find the link. crimsonandclover - that’s a lot of sickness! So relieved to hear that your boss is cool to let you work from home! nellieoleson - hope you are feeling better! What renovations are you doing? We met with the school district today and they don’t think DS has AD/HD - just general delays. It’s quite a relief because delay means he can catch up, right? he has one more evaluation for fine motor skills and then we are going to have a follow up meeting to make his education plan and schedule services. They also said Montessori is not the right fit given his delays so we are looking for a traditional pre-K with experienced teachers. The adventure continues!
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Post by theoprah on Feb 1, 2018 15:00:24 GMT -6
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Post by Deleted on Feb 1, 2018 16:23:39 GMT -6
theoprah, I am sure it felt good to get the results (if that's the right word) and get a plan in place. I hope you find a pre-school that works great for you! I know it can be a trying time. I stressed for months about whether dd would like her new daycare and she gives me a hug & kiss & push out the door! lol. this winter has just been a revolving door of sickness. we have flu exposure and are sick again. I've been struggling with work, sleeping, everything but starting to feel better. kcrkcs be gentle with yourself regarding the weaning process. feel whatever you need to feel and know that you rock lady! congrats on your journey whenever it may end!
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Post by lollipop on Feb 1, 2018 18:59:18 GMT -6
I need ideas. What do you do when your broke and going to be alone for your birthday? I was thinking of maybe seeing if my BFF wants to come over for a sleepover, but odds are she already has plans
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Post by kcrkcs on Feb 1, 2018 19:38:42 GMT -6
lollipop I would try to spend it with family if friends were busy. Assuming you get on well with them which I think I remember. Or how about a little help from family with the kiddos so you could take a nice long bath and do your nails or something. I think I would find a way to get a little kiddo free time to take care of me. Even if just for an hour.
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Post by kcrkcs on Feb 1, 2018 19:41:02 GMT -6
theoprah good luck getting your plan in place! It sounds like you are putting together a good team to get your peanut back on track. crimsonandclover I hope your family can catch a break and stay healthy! @ dizzycooks thank goodness for no flu!
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Post by lollipop on Feb 1, 2018 19:44:21 GMT -6
lollipop I would try to spend it with family if friends were busy. Assuming you get on well with them which I think I remember. Or how about a little help from family with the kiddos so you could take a nice long bath and do your nails or something. I think I would find a way to get a little kiddo free time to take care of me. Even if just for an hour. I am close with my family, but my mom is having a joint thing for my sister and I on Sunday, because mine is Saturday and her's is Monday. I'm sure I can do whatever during the day, but H has to leave right after dinner on Saturday and we have no one to babysit. I'm a bit bummed.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 2, 2018 10:50:48 GMT -6
I need ideas. What do you do when your broke and going to be alone for your birthday? I was thinking of maybe seeing if my BFF wants to come over for a sleepover, but odds are she already has plans A sleepover would be fun. If that doesn’t work out, I’d try to get out for a coffee or stay in with bath and book.
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Post by lollipop on Feb 2, 2018 13:30:32 GMT -6
I need ideas. What do you do when your broke and going to be alone for your birthday? I was thinking of maybe seeing if my BFF wants to come over for a sleepover, but odds are she already has plans A sleepover would be fun. If that doesn’t work out, I’d try to get out for a coffee or stay in with bath and book. Sleepover is on! We're throwing back to high school, with movies and junk food, probably no alcohol. I'm excited.
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