We've had my parent's dog for 12 hours (he's with us for a week) and I'm already SO SICK OF HIM. He's peed on the floor and whines "whee whee whee" pretty much constantly. Him and our dog rough housed all night, and barked several times, setting off DS's MOTN fear of "barking dogs! Scary barking dogs!" What the HELL was I thinking, agreeing to dog sit for a week?! Never again.
Do you have a crate for your mom's dog? I would definitely keep them separated.
Two dogs (plus kids) makes for an interesting dynamic. I spend a lot of time managing situations, lol. Good luck!
Nope! He's completely uncrated at my parent's house b/c he's "such a good dog." Mmmkay. My dad is retired and lounges around the house most of the day, so I guess the dog is used to constant companionship and monitoring.
DS woke up three times MOTN, which is worse than usual. But my parents are here this weekend which is awesome. I'm just going to be a little tired today.
Post by cricketwife on Nov 21, 2015 7:46:34 GMT -5
I'll share a funny -- yesterday I left my door open when I got DS out of his carseat because I had a bunch of things I needed to unload from the front seat. While getting DS's stuff from the back seat, he jumped into the driver's seat, grabbed the wheel and said very emphatically, "I driving! I driving! I driving Target! target!"
I have a baby shower today (for me!). I'm a little worried about logistics. Two of my friends are hosting, one had decided since its at a tea house we shouldn't invite little kids (mostly toddlers in our crowd). I was good with whatever. But she didn't tell the other host, and so the co-host was planning on bringing her 4 month old and 2.5 year old. I'm sure the 4 mo old will be no problem, and she's BF so it's not feasible to leave at home which I understand. I'm not sure how she thought she could do hostess stuff and watch two kids, and she's not from here so it's not like she knows many of the guests at all to help pitch in with the 2.5 year old. I'm also worried if she brings the toddler all my other friends will be offended their kids aren't invited. She asked if my mom would help wrangle her kids during the shower, but my mom was really looking forward to just enjoying it -- she's had to manage my grandma with severe dementia at my other ones. I tried to gently suggest that her 2.5 year old would have more fun going to the playground and CFA with our husbands, but her husband seems to not be keen on that idea (you will be breaking her heart!1!1 how can you not let her go?1?1?). Any suggestions?
Post by teatimefor2 on Nov 21, 2015 7:59:08 GMT -5
I feel like a women.... I've showered, shaved my legs, washed my hair and actually used lotion. This never happens at the same time and never in the morning! I feel like a women.
We have a new members meeting for my moms club, then I hope to pop to the gym during nap. I'm so close to my PP weight.... Those last few pounds are so stubborn!!! Ggrrrr!
Post by chickens987 on Nov 21, 2015 8:01:23 GMT -5
I am cranky because pre toddler bed, dd would wake at 7 and on weekends would lay contently in her crib until usually 8-8:30. This morning she popped right out of bed and chatted to me through the camera for 15 straight minutes until I got her at 7:15. I told h she should be his problem since converting the crib was his idea but he wasn't being very helpful.
boiler717 I would call the other host and have her make your friend come to her senses and leave the 2 year old with her husband. A 2.5 year old in a tea room is like a bull in a china shop. I cannot believe she had the nerve to ask your mom to help when that child has a FATHER. It's like women have kids and lose their minds omg.
I have a baby shower today (for me!). I'm a little worried about logistics. Two of my friends are hosting, one had decided since its at a tea house we shouldn't invite little kids (mostly toddlers in our crowd). I was good with whatever. But she didn't tell the other host, and so the co-host was planning on bringing her 4 month old and 2.5 year old. I'm sure the 4 mo old will be no problem, and she's BF so it's not feasible to leave at home which I understand. I'm not sure how she thought she could do hostess stuff and watch two kids, and she's not from here so it's not like she knows many of the guests at all to help pitch in with the 2.5 year old. I'm also worried if she brings the toddler all my other friends will be offended their kids aren't invited. She asked if my mom would help wrangle her kids during the shower, but my mom was really looking forward to just enjoying it -- she's had to manage my grandma with severe dementia at my other ones. I tried to gently suggest that her 2.5 year old would have more fun going to the playground and CFA with our husbands, but her husband seems to not be keen on that idea (you will be breaking her heart!1!1 how can you not let her go?1?1?). Any suggestion?
If I was your friend, I wouldn't bring my 2.5 year old. Defiantly the baby, especially if I was nursing. I'd tell my DH the plan was I have the baby and he has the toddler.
I would flat out tell friend that your mom will not be able to assist in any sort of child care and is be blunt but kind...
Friend, I'm so excited that you and your family were able to come help us celebrate our baby. It had meant to much to me and my mom -- she is very excited. Since she is so excited, I don't think it would be fair to ask her to assist in helping with your kids. Normally she would be happy and willing, but today I know she'll be gushing over our inventing bundle of joy and I wanted to be upfront so there is no confusion and issues at my shower. Your toddler is welcomed, but there will not be any other toddlers for her to play with as it was asked to be an older kid free event. Thanks for understanding... You remember what a crazy time it was right before the birth! I'll be looking a bit crazy and need al your advice - you're a great mom and I can't imagine two!
Oh and did I mention they've been on a "road trip" since the beginning of Nov? All over the US. They have been driving for 6+ hours a day the past 3 days. They are staying with us this weekend, arrived last night. The 2.5 year old was understandably very wound up -- I can't image she would prefer having to sit at a shower in a tea room for 3 hours vs playing on a playground! I just don't think it's a good idea at all.
DH aren't into video games at all but were given a Wii maybe 6 years ago. It's been collecting dust for the most part but this morning, he's busted it out and is playing with the kids and they LOVE it.
So, do they even make games for regular Wii anymore? I'm thinking this could be a good idea for Christmas stuff that doesn't add to clutter. Anyone have the infinity Disney stuff?
I remember getting a Nintendo when I was about DD's age and it was amazing. Gah, the best part of parenting school age kids is recreating all the magic from your own childhood for them.
Oh and did I mention they've been on a "road trip" since the beginning of Nov? All over the US. They have been driving for 6+ hours a day the past 3 days. They are staying with us this weekend, arrived last night. The 2.5 year old was understandably very wound up -- I can't image she would prefer having to sit at a shower in a tea room for 3 hours vs playing on a playground! I just don't think it's a good idea at all.
His rationale is that she was told she could go, so she won't understand not being able to go. I suggested we have a tea party at our house after the shower and she probably won't know the difference but he assures us she will! I wouldn't be surprised if she did get sad about not going but it seems like something that could be managed.
His rationale is that she was told she could go, so she won't understand not being able to go. I suggested we have a tea party at our house after the shower and she probably won't know the difference but he assures us she will! I wouldn't be surprised if she did get sad about not going but it seems like something that could be managed.
Toddlers have the memory of 10 second Tom. A tea party at your house would be the same to her.
Can your DH step in and say we'll do X with the kid?
@boilere717, I agree with NQB. It's rude to ask your mom for help at her daughter's baby shower.
Her husband sounds like a real peach. He can't take his daughter for ssn afternoon, really? And she's ok with him saying no? Ridiculousness.
I totally agree. And also, the whole omg, don't break the 2.5 yo's heart, she's so looking forward to it. Yeah, no. I can distract a 2 year old with a granola bar. She will not even notice she's missing anything, she can't even conceptualize what a tea room baby shower is, she's a toddler. Her DH needs to be told that he's taking the kid today, no other option.
I wish I wasn't awake right now. Lately I wake up every morning with lower back pain. Wakes me up at like 5 am until I roll over and manage to fall back asleep. Then baby woke up at 7 am. Seriously, baby! She used to sleep until 8 or 8:30. I do not like this earlier wake up time.
His rationale is that she was told she could go, so she won't understand not being able to go. I suggested we have a tea party at our house after the shower and she probably won't know the difference but he assures us she will! I wouldn't be surprised if she did get sad about not going but it seems like something that could be managed.
No. This is totally false lol. His DD has NO IDEA what she's been told she can do. He just doesn't want to parent and wants his free afternoon and is prioritizing it over your baby shower. Absolutely not.
Up at 5:30 with C, who sat up in his bed yelling "Mooooooom. Mommy! Mama!" over and over until I came to get him. I tried cartoons in my bed so I could sleep more, but he wasn't interested. So we're up, the living room is trashed, and now we're watching Cars until I figure out what we'll do this morning.
My awesome husband let me sleep in while he made the cupcakes for A's birthday party.
I gave A an American girl doll for her birthday. She named her Lucy. M is currently giving her a check up with the Dr kit. "Wucy, close your eyes, it will hurt, but only for a second." It is pretty cute.
DS woke up at 5 today and didn't go back to sleep, so he got a whopping 7-8 hours of sleep last night. It's going to be a fun day in our house. Dear god, please let him take a nap that lasts longer than his usual half an hour naps.