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Post by dizzycooks on Nov 30, 2017 10:09:29 GMT -6
We get a good 2 hr nap out of dd3 most days. Anything less and she’s a crabby, clingy monster the rest of the day.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2017 10:16:15 GMT -6
Do any of you have anything like this? www.amazon.com/dp/B008CO812U/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1YZDU1ORW1NQB&colid=1Y23QOW4B0HYM&psc=1I'm thinking of that for DD for Christmas. I think it might be good for walks to the park when DS wants to ride his bike and DD doesn't want to get in the stroller. She is boycotting it more and more. Also, it seems pretty easy to transport so I could use it out and about at our outdoor malls for walking around, etc when she gets tired. But a little worried she might already be a little to "big" for it or will outgrow it fast. Any other good ride on toys you all like? We are getting less and less stroller time as well. I think that might be hit or miss. She might really like it but she might also refuse just like a stroller.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2017 10:18:18 GMT -6
Regarding potty training, on the days we are home dd will usually “go potty” once. She strips down, sits on potty, wipes and flushed. She has not actually went on the potty chair yet. I don’t think I’ll be proactive about it until she shows more interest.
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Post by nellieoleson on Nov 30, 2017 10:19:05 GMT -6
Do any of you have anything like this? www.amazon.com/dp/B008CO812U/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1YZDU1ORW1NQB&colid=1Y23QOW4B0HYM&psc=1I'm thinking of that for DD for Christmas. I think it might be good for walks to the park when DS wants to ride his bike and DD doesn't want to get in the stroller. She is boycotting it more and more. Also, it seems pretty easy to transport so I could use it out and about at our outdoor malls for walking around, etc when she gets tired. But a little worried she might already be a little to "big" for it or will outgrow it fast. Any other good ride on toys you all like? I would agree that she’s prob almost too old for that. I feel like I generally see smaller kids riding in those - like 14/15 months or something? Maybe a 4 in 1 trike would work for you guys? Radio Flyer 4-in-1 Stroll 'N Trike www.amazon.com/dp/B0716ZKHK3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_68ciAb8J7BVXG
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Post by lollipop on Nov 30, 2017 13:07:06 GMT -6
Do any of you have anything like this? www.amazon.com/dp/B008CO812U/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1YZDU1ORW1NQB&colid=1Y23QOW4B0HYM&psc=1I'm thinking of that for DD for Christmas. I think it might be good for walks to the park when DS wants to ride his bike and DD doesn't want to get in the stroller. She is boycotting it more and more. Also, it seems pretty easy to transport so I could use it out and about at our outdoor malls for walking around, etc when she gets tired. But a little worried she might already be a little to "big" for it or will outgrow it fast. Any other good ride on toys you all like? We have a 3-in-1 trike that we got for S. He loved it. It starts with bars and a harness with a high back to keep them in, and a handle to push, then you can pop out the pedals so they can try pedalling, and then eventually it turns into a normal trike. I think it's fisher-price. We bought it at toys r us for his first birthday.
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Post by lollipop on Nov 30, 2017 13:11:50 GMT -6
M still likes the stroller. When we're getting ready to pick S up from school she tries to get the big stroller. H usually walks to get him. I drive, but put her in the small stroller to walk from the car to his door.
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Post by tinydancer on Nov 30, 2017 20:02:30 GMT -6
@kelltothekell, I'm so sorry about your doggie. That's hard that it was so sudden too. dizzycooks, we do live in NC now. We still own our old house in the DC area and we rent that out. Our tenants are on a month to month lease and my fear is having them give notice to move out. I'm glad you'll be able to make some $$ on yours - maybe just keep holding onto it if you're turning a profit. Did you find out the sex today? I just did my blood draw for the NIPT test on Monday, so we might be able to find out next week, but I'm not sure if we're going to. scorpioscuba, we have this trike: www.littletikes.com/item/634338/4-in-1-trike-deluxe-edition-neon-blue/1.html. LO likes to ride in it but his legs still aren't long enough to turn the pedals. It's kind of annoying because I think he would like to try to pedal. Also, it's definitely harder to push than a stroller. With regard to potty training, our nanny sometimes does naked time with LO in the afternoon, and he will go on the potty for her. We have a potty chair and we recently got one of those 2 in 1 seats. He hasn't gone on the potty for me, but I haven't worked with him too much. I would really really like for him to be at least mostly potty trained before the new baby comes in June, so I think I'll try to do the three day method sometime this spring.
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Post by dizzycooks on Nov 30, 2017 20:16:09 GMT -6
We had our AS today and baby looks good!! I need help! It’s a BOY. I’m no longer a girl mom. I’m panicking. Dd1 is pissed. I am terrified that this is going to screw up our whole family dynamic...tell me all the good things about boys and mixed sibling families...😳 I feel bad I’m even worried, but this is my safe place so I’m trusting you won’t judge me too bad.
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Post by nellieoleson on Nov 30, 2017 20:37:35 GMT -6
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Post by dizzycooks on Nov 30, 2017 20:50:52 GMT -6
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Post by nellieoleson on Nov 30, 2017 20:58:48 GMT -6
Oh my gosh!! Exciting news! I can imagine how you’re feeling, and I would feel the exact same way. Heck, I was even worried about what would it be like if dd2 was a boy. But just keep reminding yourself that newborns are newborns are newborns. They are the same boy or girl (well, minus the boy pee fountains. ) By the time he starts acting like a BOY you will know him and he’ll fit into your family just right. Before I found out dd2’s sex I also got so mad when people insinuated I must be hoping for a boy - as if another girl would be less wanted. I know that isn’t what people meant but in my hormonal pregnancy brain I was about to flip a table on some bitches. Haha
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Post by dizzycooks on Nov 30, 2017 21:06:07 GMT -6
nellieoleson that’s one thing that I hate. People think we are done bc it’s a boy. People think dh is finally happy bc...boy. I’ll finally know what it’s like to be a boy mom and clearly my life couldn’t be complete. I feel like it implies my girls aren’t enough. They’ve always been enough. We are blessed to have 4 kids. We were thrilled with one.
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Post by Deleted on Nov 30, 2017 21:06:11 GMT -6
dizzycooks congrats! That’s exciting news! I understand your feelings. I think it’s similar to when people go from 1 to 2 kids and worry they are going to mess up the dynamic etc then they have the second kid and can’t imagine life any other way. It’s a change. You’ve had lots of experience with girls and this will be new in different ways but it will all be good! Excited for your family!
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Post by scorpioscuba on Nov 30, 2017 22:38:35 GMT -6
Boys are awesome and so much fun! And no judgement here. I was pretty much expecting a boy with DD and was pretty scared and didn’t know what to expect or what to do when we found out we were having a girl. It really threw us both out of our comfort zone. It’s scary and it will be an adjustment for all of you but as in everything in life it WILL work out.
And yes, all those people and their stupid comments can just shove it. I hate peoples comments about gender and all that garbage. Each and every child is a blessing no matter what.
Congratulations!! I’m so excited for all of you!
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Post by lollipop on Nov 30, 2017 23:07:30 GMT -6
When I was pregnant with M it was all "you must be hoping for a girl" and then after she was born it was "one of each, guess you're done!" And "million dollar family". It's nonsense. I would've been happy with a boy, and we would've been done either way.
But. I was nervous because I'd only been a boy mom, and I was never a girly girl. I thought it might throw things off, I mean, it does, but then you adjust and it's just normal.
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Post by tinydancer on Dec 1, 2017 13:11:49 GMT -6
I'm glad everything looks good dizzycooks! A boy! I love having a boy and I am kind of terrified that we'll have a girl. Every family dynamic is different and it will all work out great. This one will always have a unique place in the family, being the baby (I think you've said this is the last?). Maybe just with all of the recent news, I just keep thinking how much easier life is for men, and as much as I hate to say this, as a parent sometimes I'm glad that my kid will have it easier. At the same time, I try to be very conscious of how I treat him in order to hopefully raise a thoughtful and respectful young man. It will probably come naturally to your little guy, growing up with 3 older sisters!
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Post by lollipop on Dec 1, 2017 13:35:54 GMT -6
Blah. Everyone but S is sick and AF decided to rear her ugly head this morning. Poor M is a mess. Every time she coughs she ends up sobbing because it hurts. She hardly slept, which means H and I hardly slept. And I'm seriously pissed at H for stupid reasons. And knowing that they're stupid hasn't stopped me from being mad.
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Post by Deleted on Dec 1, 2017 16:58:18 GMT -6
Blah. Everyone but S is sick and AF decided to rear her ugly head this morning. Poor M is a mess. Every time she coughs she ends up sobbing because it hurts. She hardly slept, which means H and I hardly slept. And I'm seriously pissed at H for stupid reasons. And knowing that they're stupid hasn't stopped me from being mad. Hope you cn by a little “me time” to get away for a sec. maybe even just a bath or something?
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Post by lollipop on Dec 1, 2017 17:53:23 GMT -6
Blah. Everyone but S is sick and AF decided to rear her ugly head this morning. Poor M is a mess. Every time she coughs she ends up sobbing because it hurts. She hardly slept, which means H and I hardly slept. And I'm seriously pissed at H for stupid reasons. And knowing that they're stupid hasn't stopped me from being mad. Hope you cn by a little “me time” to get away for a sec. maybe even just a bath or something? I doubt it. After the kids are in bed I have to get the table cleaned off and start making PJs. Tomorrow we have a Christmas party and H has a game night.
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Post by lollipop on Dec 1, 2017 20:11:45 GMT -6
I got a few minutes to myself by going out to get supper. Now it's almost bedtime.
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Post by dizzycooks on Dec 1, 2017 21:46:34 GMT -6
I made a double batch of peanut blossoms tonight! I’m all set to make chocolate crinkles, wafer cookies and shortbread thumbprints later this weekend. Yum yum yum! One of my potential renters was a no show tonight, but I did talk to a friend of mine about getting. My real estate license. Anyone here do that or have experience? Obviously not looking to make $$, but I enjoy houses and people. I’m unsure how childcare works in this situation bc it seem sporadic which childcare is not...so confusing. Also, am I crazy for considering No.ah when we have a Nor.a?
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Post by Deleted on Dec 2, 2017 0:10:18 GMT -6
I really like Noah. It does sound a lot like Nora though. I imagine calling the names out and they sound really similar. If you really like it go for it though! It’s a nice name.
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Post by crimsonandclover on Dec 2, 2017 9:58:40 GMT -6
dizzycooks I would totally feel the same way. You'll do fine and after an adjustment period he'll fit right in for me personally Noah is too close to Nora, but it's not like another family I know with a Julie and a Julian. I raised an eyebrow at that.
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Post by scorpioscuba on Dec 2, 2017 10:58:26 GMT -6
Well I’m pretty partial to No.ah!! 😉 but you know I’m biased. I like it with all the N names you have together.
I think a real estate license is a great idea!! You can start slow and as they get older you can do showings while they are in school. Also lots of people work full time and need to look on the weekends/evenings when presumably YH would be able to be home with them?
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Post by kcrkcs on Dec 2, 2017 16:20:43 GMT -6
I like love No.ah. It was my long time best friends name as a kid. Hubs and L and the dogs are all out. I am done with work and have the house to myself!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's like Christmas came early. 😎
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Post by lollipop on Dec 2, 2017 20:51:32 GMT -6
A kid at the Christmas party told S that Santa isn't real. He didn't believe her, but still. Who lets their kid go around spoiling things for others? Rude. Aside from that the kids had a blast. They had a magician, face painting and balloon animals in addition to Santa and Mrs Claus. They go all out every year, on top of all that and a breakfast buffet, they give each kid a gift from Santa and a treat bag when you first go in.
We came home and M and I went for naps. She slept for about 3 hours. Then I made supper and H went to his game. I'm going to get M to bed soon and then I'm going to get started on their PJ pants that I'm making.
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Post by crimsonandclover on Dec 3, 2017 0:30:26 GMT -6
A kid at the Christmas party told S that Santa isn't real. He didn't believe her, but still. Who lets their kid go around spoiling things for others? Rude. DD1 has figured it out, and since neither DH or I want to lie to the kids, we just had a "let them believe what they want" and avoid outright lies policy. When DD1 first suspected, she also noticed that DH and I weren't saying outright that there *was* a Santa, so her suspicions were confirmed. Now it's really hard to get her not to tell DD2. I mean, she has said it a few times and I glared at her and then in private told her I didn't want her ruining it for DD2. So instead of saying "DD2, Santa isn't real," she says "DD2, I think Santa isn't real." That ticks me off, too, and I've threatened her by saying that Santa probably doesn't give presents to girls who ruin the surprise of Santa for their little sisters. Also didn't work. Anyway, all that is to say that sometimes the parents are doing their best to keep things a secret, but kids are kids. I bet DD1 says what she thinks at school, and there's not a thing I can do about it there. I mean, here Santa isn't as big of a thing as he is in the US, and I feel like a lot of kids know very early that there is no Santa.
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Post by lollipop on Dec 3, 2017 0:41:57 GMT -6
crimsonandclover you might be right. The girl who told him is the youngest in her family and her brother is practically grown up. I don't remember his exact age, but I think he's like 18. So her parents probably don't worry as much about her spoiling it, since she doesn't have younger siblings. I'm just glad S called BS. I don't want him to stop believing yet. And I'm sure I'll eventually have to stop him from spilling the beans to M. The whole lying thing is tricky. I know some people, like you, who don't want to lie, so they either don't explicitly say there is or isn't a santa, or they never start the whole Santa thing in the first place. S has never flat out asked, but we've always said Santa will come if you're good. Somewhere along the way he decided that Santa comes no matter what, but if you're on the naughty list, you get reindeer poop. No idea where he came up with that one lol
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Post by scorpioscuba on Dec 3, 2017 8:51:21 GMT -6
We had a quick overnight up north for the kids to do the North Pole Experience. You get to go to Santa’s workshop. They loved it. Dd is definitely not yet a Santa fan. It’s funny because DS always was. He was never afraid.
We are still dealing with DD’s cough and wheezing. I brought her back to the dr on Thursday and we were given a dose of steroids. I think they helped a little? Definitely not where we hoped we’d be though. Dr said if not better by Monday to call her and she might want to do an X-ray of her lungs. I mean we aren’t super concerned because dd isn’t laboring to breathe or anything. It’s just this cough and wheezing that has gone on for over 2 weeks now.
And I have to travel for work next week. I leave Monday and don’t come back till Friday night. It will be my longest trip away from dd since she was born. 😪
I hate leaving with her not being 100% and H has finals to deal with this week.
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Post by lollipop on Dec 3, 2017 10:54:15 GMT -6
I think we might get a real tree this year. I'm like 90% sure our fake one needs to be replaced, and we have my mom's old tree stand, so I think we might just get a real one. I'm excited. We haven't had a real tree ever, and my parents stopped getting real one when I was in junior high.
We're all still sick. Well. Except S. And my mom is at a craft fair, so we aren't going to her house as usual today. Which means I have to come up with something for supper.
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