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[kcw81]

Lou that is so crazy you got your AF! It seems like AAAAAGGGES since mine. It must be kind of nice though to know your body is getting back into working order like normal right? sorry about the heavy flow, try one of ben's nappies! haha.

Suz if we were in a contest you would win hands down. My brag point is jimmy sleeping through the night in his crib and taking good predictable naps and taking full feeds. Also that he is healthy and cute. Your brag points are too many to count! Sammuel poos in a potty, he eats people food like a pro, he can crawl and stand, he is happy out in public, he is adorable, etc etc! you win! but I do enjoy my sleep.

 

[SBB]

It is partly to so with not having people over because he doesn't get the interaction and to see your reactions. I do think that not seeing you has a lot to do with it. I know he likes facing out, and when you're not talking to people that's ok cos he knows you're there and no one is close enough to bother him/be a threat. But when people are up close it's scarier and he needs reassurance.

Re the buggy facing out - the way I think about it is this: if bob was pushing you down the road in a big buggy, and you didn't know where you were going, he was just pushing you along, and you were totally out of control, but you couldn't turn to see him to check that everything was ok and be reassured - how would you feel? I'd hate it!! I'd be totally panicked!

X x x

 

[SBB]

I'm not trying to compete with you casey... Or brag. I'm just telling you what I think has made sammuel confident with other people!

X x x

 

[SBB]

And by the way even if sammuel slept through he'd still be in my room - not the cot! I want him to sleep here forever! Well... Perhaps not forever, but a while yet

X x x

 

[kcw81]

Hey guys I went back to the BBQ after jimmys nap and he did a lot better! I held him and then told people to ignore him for a bit so and then he even smiled at people! And I sat him in the grass and he played with grass nice and happy and I got to visit with some people for like 30 mins! Neato!

 

[kcw81]

I met two moms that are younger too and they have toddlers and one girl Is preggo! Jimmy could have a little friend!

 

[lisaf]

so glad you had a second chance at the BBQ and it went well!!!

 

[Onelildream]

Casey- u r great! So what if Jimmy isn't super social yet. He'll get it. Sometimes I get upset when people are all up in my space too. I think every one is different socially and emotionally and he will surprise you when he's older. My husband and I are social butterflies but our little max is quite shy around others. He was a very social baby. Conversely, Jimmy could be shy now and totally crazy social later! Don't beat yourself up and never compare yourself to another mother. There will always be someone better out there for all of us. No one can do it all right or perfect. I think you are doing a fantastic job with Jimmy and u deserve a pat on the back (and a big hug)!

 

[Onelildream]

Aww. I just read u were able to go back! That's great! So fun to meet some other moms that u can relate to, and not have to type everything out. Haha! Cool!

 

[Onelildream]

Jess I'm so sorry about joe. How did things go?

Suz- you r supposed to flick poo in the loo? Who knew?! Is human poop compostable? Not that I have a compost, just wondering...

Lou-how was ur sleep tonight? Another good night?

Lisa- same thing happened to me when I took a nap with Connor and a cloth nappy. I had an extra booster thing and even after just a 2 hr nap it soaked his clothes. Hubs has really hated them since that... And his best friend came over a couple weeks ago and totally sabotaged my case about them. Talked About how much work they are and how disposables are much more convenient and u have to change them more and the washer/dryer energy and the expenses to start up. Yada Yada. Totally everything opposite of what I have said! Hubs was totally not impressed and of course said his best friend takes precedence bc he actually uses them... And used the excuse we cannot afford a lump sum right now to buy any if I want a house... Looks like cd are in the doghouse again right now!

 

[SBB]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UlyH3lUXUSk this shows about the packs telling you to remove solids. No you can't compost it. The packs don't make it big or clear because they want to sell them to you as being the ultimate in convenience.

https://i1040.photobucket.com/albums/b404/zannaboo/c671aa3f.jpg this is how many disposables the average baby uses to potty training. We are shaping the world we have bought our babies in to. We generally live in such a disposable culture we create so much waste.. Add nappies to what already goes in to landfill and I find that scary.

I'm not going to apologise for my opinion on that! Cloth nappies can take a little getting used to, the only way to do it (in my opinion) is to try a few, for a few days and see how you cope. Personally I enjoy using cloth and don't find it hard work at all. But I know not everyone is the same. I don't expect to convert everyone, but I will keep trying! I have so far converted 3 or 4 people!

Anyway, I am going to take a break from here for a while. Casey asked for some advice about how to get Jimmy better with people. I gave my advice from my own experience, from what I've read and from other babies I've met. I wasn't bragging or saying my way is the only way to do it, but perhaps that's how it came across. So I'm sorry if that's the case, it wasn't meant that way.

I certainly don't think I am perfect. I do strongly believe in the way I parent Sammuel though, otherwise obviously I wouldn't do it that way. I go with what feels natural and I research my decisions. I am passionate about certain things, cloth nappies, CIO, attachment parenting, and other things. I can't just not be because other people don't agree. I don't want there to be any bad feeling with this group, but perhaps my opinions are causing bad feeling - so I am going to go quiet for a while and concentrate on my store and Sammuel.

Anyway, love you ladies, look after those babies x x x

 

[babyloulou]

Aww Suz!!! Don't go! We can all have different opinions!
I happen to have the same opinions as you as you know but I'm sure Casey still loves us!!

 

[kcw81]

Suz I didn't say I was mad at you??? What? I thought I thanked you? Oops, no sorry I migt have forgot to. I know you are passionate and have strong opinions and i listen and appreciate yr input! I take all yr input and appreciate it and then end up doing what feels right for me and Jimmy at that time. Did u think I was mad? I'm not . Hugs.

Chell thank you for the pep talk- I needed that!

 

[caz & bob]

girls well went back the gym today walked there done my work out and walked back really enjoyed it felt like i have never been away ha 7dpo testing weekend x x x

 

[Smile4me]

Good Morning ladies :0)

OK I'm just going to say this first..... We all know that face to face interaction is so much better than texting/IM'ing and in this case BNBing things that we say can be misconstrued or misinterpreted.... so with that said Suz hun, please don't go.... perty please We all may have strong opinions but its nothing we can't overcome. We look past the differences and realize we are all here for a reason, I don't want to lose any of you, I NEED ALL OF YOU!! I haven't accomplished my goal yet and need you to help me along the way... PLEASE!

Jess hun I am so sorry you are feeling depressed, I understand what you are going through and it sucks! You feel alone, that is so normal especially since Joe works, as most men do, its just hard when you feel like you are doing it all! You need a weekend getaway hun, I would recommend one with friends and then a couple months later, you and Joe take a weekend away to rekindle... every couple needs that.

Casey - You and your brazillians... EEEEEK I had one before Mexico and honestly I can't do it again... I'll ladyscape myself - personal preference

Well I got through my nieces wedding thank God, it was a nightmare the entire planning process and sometimes you realize how ungrateful your family members can be.
On that note, my mom is staying in town to go to my surgery with me ... she's staying with my sisters at the moment .. I really wanted to spend every minute i could with her and my girls too....Maybe I'll ask her to come back tonight .. we'll see...

Love each and every one of you for who you are! We have differences and quirks and strong beliefs but remember ladies, We were all brought here together for a reason, don't go!

 

[SBB]

well put Verna....

I only meant for a few days - not forever I'll be back soon!

I'm glad your mum is staying, and I will be thinking of you

x x x

 

[Smile4me]

no, I don't accept that Just walk for an hour and then come back

 

[SBB]

ok then!

x x x

 

[babyloulou]

Yay!!!! Well done Verna!

 

[kcw81]

I vote for Suz not taking a break. or at least just still try to post a couple times a day!!

Verna nicely said, its true I think that responses or lack of responses get misconstrued all the time online its tough! But totally worth it to be on here and with you ladies! Your surgery is on thursday huh? I am so glad your mom is there to help. IS it a tough recovery? I am thinking of you.

I have a question about baby purees and storage and suz please do respond if you are on! Can you just store a small batch of pureed food in a small tupperware in the freezer? I can't find my trays. ALso how long does the puree last in the fridge? I have pureed carrots with avocados and pureed peas. oh and can u store the freshly made pureed food in the fridge for awhile and then transfer to freezer? Thanks!!