Raising Children to Weather the Storm
I knew my baby was big before he even left the womb. But, I never would have imagined that he’d be off the charts. I took Baby O for his eight week check up and the pediatrician told me not only is he a big boy, he’s bigger than most his age. He weighs 14.8…
I’m half way through my maternity leave, and I’m enjoying my time off a little too much. Okay, let me explain. I do miss working. I’m fortunate to have a job that I enjoy going to every day. But, I find myself getting so attached to my little ones. If I had a choice, I’d…
Shopping for a new school year is more than just buying supplies. It means copping to the hottest new looks. When you look good, you feel good, and you do good too. But don’t get it twisted, I’m a mama who shops on a budget. Most of my shopping is done online. I scour the…
Baby O’s Birth Story Part 1 Baby O’s Birth Story Part 2 Baby O’s Birth Story Part 3 It was 5:11PM when Baby O entered the world. I had been so exhausted from pushing that I didn’t bother to ask the gender, or maybe I just didn’t care. My baby arrived safely, and that’s all…
Baby O’s Birth Story Part 1 Baby O’s Birth Story Part 2 After the OB came in to check to see if I had dilated any further, he broke my water. Once the amniotic fluid started to flow, that’s when the contractions grew stronger. I thought the technique I learned from the Lamaze class a…
Princess turned three this weekend! I usually have the entire summer to prepare for Princess’s birthday bash. But it has been hard to plan amidst all the chaos of welcoming Baby O into the family, school, doctors appointments and such. I wanted her day to be special so I did my best with what little time…
It’s been an interesting first three weeks so far. Baby O is such a great baby. I feel so blessed. For the most part, he’s pretty easy to figure out. He only cries when he’s hungry, needs to be changed, or is just uncomfortable. Breastfeeding has been providing him with added comfort, in addition to…
Big sis is already helping her baby brother potty train. Check out Princess reading Baby O the story, No More Diapers for Ducky.
