I haven't mentioned this before in my reasoning for being 95% sure we're one and done, but a major reason I want to be done is because I feel like I got pretty lucky with how my body was affected by my pregnancy and I don't want to destroy it. How's that for vanity?
One of the reasons I wanted another so close together was because it means I am one step closer to my tummy tuck. Trust me, there were 101 reasons before that but it was something I talked about. I'm vain, whatever.
uh yeah... part of why I'm having mine so close is because my body IS destroyed and I told DH I am 100% serious I'm getting a tummy tuck when I'm done. I don't want to look like this for 10 more years.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 22, 2013 17:27:08 GMT -5
My confession is that I've done nothing of worth today (other than keep my children alive). I will tell DH I was too tired and had no time. But I had time to watch 2 Lifetime movies, make a chocolate cake, eat pizza, root beer, and chips for lunch, take our AW "announcement pic", post it on FB, and fart around on here forever.
I announced SBGIII (Surprise Baby Gisa III) on facebook and only two of Chris's family members commented or liked it. I am butthurt. I know they have all been online since then!
I'm sorry. I announced on FB today and none of DH's family has commented...
Post by biblionerd on Jul 22, 2013 15:31:44 GMT -5
That's ridiculous. That was MORE than enough time. I'm so angry for you! I'm serious when I mean that this is way more exciting and important to me than the royal baby. The kids have been insane today, but I've been checking soooo much!
And yep, it's a girl! So excited! And thank you ob's office for calling so early. I was debating on how long I could make myself wait to call them. Post and run, be back in a bit!
Post by biblionerd on Jul 21, 2013 22:40:57 GMT -5
I am so sorry. That is so upsetting. With the inlaws being DCPs a few days a week I would make it known that under no circumstances is he to see her. I'm not sure how you feel about sharing your story, but like Dahli said you might need to inform them of your situation so they understand your full feelings. I think even without your history that cutting contact with him is completely validated, but it might help them realize why it is so important to you.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 21, 2013 20:02:04 GMT -5
Does she eat rice? I got DS to start eating beans by mixing some black beans with rice and cheese. If I put cheese on it he'll eat practically anything.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 21, 2013 19:59:45 GMT -5
We just switched to a sippy and it made me sad. It was mostly her doing though because she always wanted Linus' sippy instead of her bottle. But she'll still try and nurse on the sippy a lot and gets frustrated so it makes me feel badly. Both kids get a sippy while we read their books then brush teeth, etc.
This pg (since I um kind of outgrew a lot of my last clothes) consignment shops/sales, goodwill, some clearanced kohls things ($60-some jeans for $10!), Craigslist, garage sales, and goodwill. Today I found some old navy and motherhood tops for .50-1.00 a piece.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 20, 2013 23:54:32 GMT -5
I feel like crap today and pretty much checked out within an hour of waking up. Between the 2 kids, today we used 6 pouches. Yes, 6. I don't feel guilty in the least.
Ruby Claire sounds great together, but I may be a little bias in my love for the name Claire.
I do really like Claire, but it's SIL's first name and would be kind of weird. I was bummed about it because I also love Clara for a first name, but it's too similar to her.
Holy crap, you are far enough along to find out already?? Your pregnancy seems to be flying by. I bet it isn't to you.
PS: I can't see tickers on my phone so please don't think, hey dummy look at my ticker.
Ha, no I'm only 12+something weeks. We had the harmony test to check for trisomies and apparently they tell you the sex. This pg is going slooooooooow so far though. I feel like a whale already.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 20, 2013 23:35:44 GMT -5
I tried to not let myself get attached to a name until we know if it's a girl or boy, but I can't help it. We're 100% sure on Felix for the boys first name and I'd say 95ish % set on Ruby for the girl's first name. Ruby was the nn my dad called his sister so we'd really love to use it and already love the name, so it would most likely be the FN. I like Ruby Eloise, but am open to more mn suggestions. I don't really have anything I'm in LOVE with for Felix. The only family name that would go somewhat with it is my grandpa's name, Jack. I should find out next week!
eta: The others are Fiona Mae and Linus Henry. Our last name starts with an M and sounds kind of similar to Malone.
noooooooo!!!!! I'm not going to lie. I had no idea that kids talked from morning to night lol. I'm the kind of person who can sit alone all day and not say a word. I'm scared. Hug me.
Yeah, me too. I like my quiet. Agree with thedahliharpa that it often escalates when a sibling is born. For us it was, DS2 arrived when DS1 turned 3, basically.
First you get the "WHYs" Then the Why + elaboration question. Some make no sense, Mummy, why is that a mailbox? (wtf?!) We're currently in the "Mummy, WATCH ME!!" phase and it's driving me up the wall.
So it's going to be great timing when the 3rd is born a few months before he turns 3 then, right? He's so hilarious right now, but it's probably because he doesn't have a bigger vocab. There is still a lot of "look at meeeeee!" as he stands on top of a stack of books or whatever he decides to do to threaten to injure himself. But it's mostly just funny stuff like "that's awesome dude" randomly for no reason. I suppose when he gets more words/bigger sentences it will come.
Post by biblionerd on Jul 20, 2013 23:00:15 GMT -5
I still haven't taken Linus. I cut his mullet off in the back, but I just can't do the rest. His hair is curling up and I don't want to cut it off and make him look like a big boy!
Oh my goodness. That sounds terrifying and exhausting. I'm sorry. When does this start!?!? Linus talks up a storm a LOT and has a great vocab already, but he also has a lot of quiet down time. I'll be doing dishes and get that panicked feeling when I realize it's totally quiet in the other room and peek in and they're both sitting there together reading books. I thought they got my shy introvertedness. Am I doomed??? how long do I have to prepare?
Mine started talking non-stop around 3. But he was a late talker so maybe he was making up for lost time. I reckon you're in for it soon, biblio
noooooooo!!!!! I'm not going to lie. I had no idea that kids talked from morning to night lol. I'm the kind of person who can sit alone all day and not say a word. I'm scared. Hug me.