How do you turn things around when you've let a swear word slip out? It turns out you have to be pretty creative and my DH is good at that. It all started yesterday afternoon. DH and Nicky were kicking balls outside. (I think he is trying to get Nicky not to pick up the ball before he kicks it … [Read more...]
Why I Love Stikeez: Because they take attention off the trains…
I think parents do get annoyed with having to deal with little toy objects that are easily lost, fought over, or cost extra. Stikeez are a case in point. (I see my husband is now a big Reluctant Mom fan) However, I do have a positive story to share: when one tiresome group of objects can be … [Read more...]
Toddlers and Shopping: Fun for them but not for us…
Our grocery shopping trip on a Friday is normally a great time for Nicky and I to enjoy the outing together. We have our traditions: such as eating a banana throughout Pick n Pay. Everyone smiles and thinks Nicky is the cutest. I agree: he can be. However, lately he has become a tad bit difficult. … [Read more...]
“Don’t Argue With A Pregnant Woman!” Chris Forrest Takes On Parenthood…
They say that laughter is the best medicine, and after having that wonderful shoulder massage, Chris Forrest certainly did the trick in tickling my funny bone. Every aspect of the baby journey was brought up for ridicule and it was so good just to sit and have a good laugh. Sometimes I think we take … [Read more...]
Five Ways Your Toddler Thinks Differently To You
It shouldn't come as a surprise that a toddler thinks very differently to an adult. They do have a very young brain, after all. I've collected a series of how my little boy has a very different approach to life than me. Sometimes I have to say that his way is probably the more creative and fun … [Read more...]
That Time My Toddler Fell on Me and Gave Me a Black Eye and Other Parenting Adventures
If I think about all the injuries I have sustained directly as the result of being a mother, I could put up quite a list. Starting with Bell's Palsy during pregnancy, things only went downhill from the time my tot became more mobile. He launched himself into my face, causing ulcers, and frequently … [Read more...]
The Mother of All Meltdowns
I have been giggling like a teenager as I read this book on my IPad and follow Nicholas around the house. It is like a much needed release. I am sure I have had a few meltdowns in my time. The one in recent recollection is what I mentioned in the previous post. Due to Nicky not going to sleep … [Read more...]
If he cries, you should put a boob on it…
(coutesy http://justmommies.com) If you're a fan of my poetry (remember my fertility poetry: - I just haven't met you yet, I'm over it, Happiness), I now have a baby version based on my go to solution for baby cries when all else is exhausted. Obviously if he dropped his toy - pick it up, if … [Read more...]
10 Reasons Why Dogs are Better Than Kids
(This is a tongue in cheek post: of course children top dogs any day, and I deeply and completely look forward to that day that I have them; but I have to pay tribute to my two "fur babies". For all intents and purposes, they are my kids) 1. You can leave them at home all day while … [Read more...]
Infertility Myths
Myths: Just relax, take a vacation and be patient. The problem with busting myths is that there is often some relevant story, somewhere, that supports them. I’ve just finished reading "Trying to Conceive" (edited by Michaela Ryan) and without exception, every one of the 15 couples had to "relax" … [Read more...]