Saturday, April 2, 2011
Favorite Things for the Baby (#2): Spoons for Food Pouches
I needed a solution for his food for when we travel or go out for the day. I like Plum Organics and Peter Rabbit Organics as they don't have any additives and they are so easy to keep in the diaper bag for whenever Aiven gets hungry. I was also shlepping around bowls and spoons, which were a hassle once they were used and dirty. This was solved once I found the PLUM spoons! I love them! They attach right onto the pouch! Alex, Aiven and I just got back from Eataly and tried it out during lunch. It was so convenient. I am stocking up on the food pouches for our trek to Ireland this summer, and now I am stocking up on these fabulous little spoons.
Friday, April 1, 2011
$89! That's offensive.
'Breast Milk Baby': Does Doll For Girls Cross Line?
Toy That Mimics Breast-Feeding Causes Uproar Among Some Parents
A new doll that mimics the act of breast-feeding has some parents up in arms and the manufacturer defending itself against accusations of perversion.
Called "Breast Milk Baby," the doll sold through Berjuan Toys for $89 allows children to imitate the act of breast-feeding by using a special halter top that comes with the toy.
abcnews.go.com/US/breast-milk-baby-doll-girls/story?id=13251971
Thursday, March 31, 2011
Schadenfreude
\ SHOD-n-froy-duh \ , noun;
A malicious satisfaction obtained from the misfortunes of others.
I have a list of people in my life who indulge in this. And they aren't the kind of people I can remove from our lives. I can deal with them OK, but I do find them to drain me of energy, suck life out of a room, and the like. I wish I had some magic fairy dust I could sprinkle on them so they could be happy for others and share in their joy. Know where I can buy some?
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Favorite Things for the Baby (#1): Aiven's Man Cave
Since we will be traveling this summer, and Aiven is getting to mobile to sleep in bed with us, I thought I would buy a travel crib. I chose this one for the high ratings and great reviews, portability (<11 lbs) and ease of use. It is more than I would have liked to have spent, but it met all of our criteria. I have been putting Aiven in it a little bit each day to acclimate him. He seems to really like it in there!
Tuesday, March 29, 2011
I think Aiven's Pediatrician thinks I am a little goofy
I asked her for 2 EpiPens. One for home and one for the diaper bag. I don't anticipate Aiven will have an allergic reaction of epic proportion, but, if, IF he would happen to have one, I would like to be prepared and not have to endure countless minutes getting to a hospital while his airways swell up and he can't breath. Dr. H said she had never had a request like mine before. Thoughts?
Summer in......
I posted on FB that I was transitioning from Corporate America yesterday. I thought I would update friends and family here as to what our plans are.
Alex and I have decided to move out of the city. We are not sure exactly where we will land yet but Austin, TX looks like a strong possibility.
As you know, this has been a whirlwind couple of years for us. That, coupled with the noise that comes from living in Manhattan, we feel a strong desire to go somewhere quiet for the summer. To process, to clear our heads, to spend quality family time together, to read, to write, to think, to see the stars in the sky.
We want to unplug.
At the moment, we are looking at going to Ireland for the summer. We are trying to find a cottage in the country far away from everything. (If anyone has any leads, please let me know)
So, there you have it. Many changes, all exciting, some a little scary. We love adventures though, so this suits us well.
Alex and I have decided to move out of the city. We are not sure exactly where we will land yet but Austin, TX looks like a strong possibility.
As you know, this has been a whirlwind couple of years for us. That, coupled with the noise that comes from living in Manhattan, we feel a strong desire to go somewhere quiet for the summer. To process, to clear our heads, to spend quality family time together, to read, to write, to think, to see the stars in the sky.
We want to unplug.
At the moment, we are looking at going to Ireland for the summer. We are trying to find a cottage in the country far away from everything. (If anyone has any leads, please let me know)
So, there you have it. Many changes, all exciting, some a little scary. We love adventures though, so this suits us well.
Monday, March 28, 2011
And so it begins....
Getting pregnant, being pregnant, the birth process, raising a baby....
It seems everyone has an opinion. Even the bodega man who must be 70 and has no kids will offer up his opinion, some advice or something along those lines.
I have come to realize that there is a tremendous amount of information out there and that most, first time, expecting mothers either take in too much or too little. It can be overwhelming.
All of my friends have had children. I was one of the last. So, I have years of knowledge behind me from observing. How they got pregnant, how they gave birth and everything after.
They planned it, it was an accident, they had planned on pain meds, had no time for pain meds, didn't want pain meds, had them anyway, refused pain meds, long labors, short labors, had a back labor that lasted 20+ hours with no pain meds, induced, c-sectioned, home birthed, water birthed, birthing center birthed.
I guess I have something to say too.
It seems everyone has an opinion. Even the bodega man who must be 70 and has no kids will offer up his opinion, some advice or something along those lines.
I have come to realize that there is a tremendous amount of information out there and that most, first time, expecting mothers either take in too much or too little. It can be overwhelming.
All of my friends have had children. I was one of the last. So, I have years of knowledge behind me from observing. How they got pregnant, how they gave birth and everything after.
They planned it, it was an accident, they had planned on pain meds, had no time for pain meds, didn't want pain meds, had them anyway, refused pain meds, long labors, short labors, had a back labor that lasted 20+ hours with no pain meds, induced, c-sectioned, home birthed, water birthed, birthing center birthed.
I guess I have something to say too.
SAHM
That is what I am as of today. After many years in Corporate America, I gave my notice today. Not because I hated the job (although the work has been boring for quite some time) or because I hated my boss (I actually adore him). I quit to be at Stay At Home Mom.
Big transition for me. HUGE transition for me.
I suppose if it doesn't work out I can go back to a 9-5 gig, but it was never really my style to begin with. Writing a couple of books, learning Spanish with my very expensive Rosetta Stone, painting silk and reading should satisfy some needs if I can find time to do those things.
My job, in a few weeks, full time, will be Mother to Aiven and Wife to Alex.
Wow. I dreamed of this day. I have to admit I am a little terrified. Terrified of failure. I cannot fail at this job. CAN.
Big transition for me. HUGE transition for me.
I suppose if it doesn't work out I can go back to a 9-5 gig, but it was never really my style to begin with. Writing a couple of books, learning Spanish with my very expensive Rosetta Stone, painting silk and reading should satisfy some needs if I can find time to do those things.
My job, in a few weeks, full time, will be Mother to Aiven and Wife to Alex.
Wow. I dreamed of this day. I have to admit I am a little terrified. Terrified of failure. I cannot fail at this job. CAN.
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