I didn't realize how long it had been since I'd blogged.
Potty training it going pretty well. Still no poo in the potty, but he's doing well with peeing. Instead of waiting for him to tell me he needs to pee, I take him ever 45-60 minutes. I realized that if I wait for him to tell me he needs to pee, it's an immediate need. But we go out in undies or training pants, and he sleeps in pull ups.
I think he's nearly given up on naps. But a miracle occurred yesterday and he napped for almost 2 hours. Ahh. Sweet relief.
I finished the Bikini Body Mommy challenge. Not much changed, except I'm stronger. But my measurements, and weight didn't change. Brianon and I are going to do a month of yoga, then choose what to do next. It's nice to have a buddy.
I've been going to the track 4ish days a week. I want to be a runner. I don't think I'm a runner, but I'm hoping I can become one.
Aaron doesn't like his job. We both love the benefits and hours. The pay is ok. But he doesn't like the work. It's not challenging, and he is bored a lot of the time (such is governmental work, I guess). He's been looking for other things within the county, and had some interviews, but no luck yet. I know he'll find something he likes better soon, but I feel bad for him in the meantime. And I feel guilty, a major reason he took this job is the health care (top tier coverage, and it's practically free). The reason that is an issue is me. Crohns is expensive. So I feel responsible for his work misery. But this too shall pass.
Boy is awake. More later, perhaps.
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Night time now. I have the Olympics on, but I'm not really watching it.
I've had a lot of dental visits lately. Fillings to get done. Last week I went to get a filling repaired, but ended up having a pretty deep cavity filled. The dentist thought I might need a root canal, but everything looks ok so far. But then I started having pain on a different tooth (one I had filled about a month ago). He told me to order a special European tooth paste, and see if it helps. I did two day shipping, but it's one of those where two days, doesn't mean two days. It is feeling a little better, even without special tooth paste.
We had our first family home evening (FHE) tonight. I made cupcakes that only turned out ok. (They tasted fine, but didn't have the texture you want). And Aaron did the "lesson", which was showing Bertie pictures, and talking about Jesus for a minute.
Oh. Bertram pooped in the potty today! He said he needed to pee. So I rushed him over to his little potty. He sat for a minute, then popped up. And there it was. I made a bfd about it (because it is a bfd), and he got two dum-dums. So hopefully he'll be encouraged for the future.
He had gymnastics today. It was the first day he participated, and didn't run for the door every time I put him down. But he spent a lot of time just laying on the mat. I'll take it as a win.
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Tuesday, August 16, 2016
Friday, July 29, 2016
On Potty Training, and Worth
Today is day 3 off potty training. Day 1 was awful. Mostly he got to the potty, but there were some accidents, of course. The best thing about day 1 was that he pooped in his potty without any prompting. I'd read about several different methods and went with a "Potty Training in 3 Days" one.
The one I was going to use is very strict. You throw all the diapers away on day one. (We use cloth, so I didn't do that). You put the kid in underwear and only have their potty in the bathroom. Then you say "Tell mommy when you have to go potty" about every 10 seconds. When you see they start to pee, you whisk them off to finish on the potty. You stay by their side EVERY SECOND. Then praise them all the time. At nap you tell them to call for you when they need to pee. Then for night time, you stop liquids 3 hours before bed time. Then wake them after they've been asleep for an hour, and once again in the middle of the night.
So I started with that one, but I modified it. I have two potties, one in the living room, and another nearby. And I started him naked. He mostly got to the potty. But rushing him there once he's started was not an option, as the flood gates opened. Bertram is a very independent child, he likes playing by himself, and wasn't happy that I was glued to his side, asking him to tell me when he needed to go. He also wanted to dump the pee in the toilet every time. But he got a little too excited some times, and threw it all over the place. Nap time was non-existent. He called me into his room at least 5 times, he did pee a few of those times. But in the end, didn't nap, and wet the bed. After "nap time" I put him in underwear. That was a huge failure. I think he equates underwear to diapers, so he peed in them constantly, which was a much bigger mess. I had already decided after this first day that this plan was not going to work for us. The thought of waking Bertie up AN HOUR after he fell asleep would be awful, because he's not likely to go back to sleep, and he would be in a foul mood (same for waking him in the middle of the night). I put him in a diaper for bed.
Day 2 was much better. He made it to the potty all but one time. He was start to dribble pee, and tell me, then I'd tell him to run to the potty and finish, which he did. He stayed dry in a pair of underwear for an hour or so. Day 2 was 80% better than day one.
Today is day 3. No pee accidents so far. He's pooped a few times (I think because he didn't sit long enough). Two times, he was grabbing at his bum, and I could see the poop had already started. So he made it in time. One time he was standing in the chair at the table, and just pooped. I scooped him up and set him on his potty and told him to wait while I cleaned. While he was sitting he pooped a little more. But he did a 45 minute visit to his grandparents without incident.
I told Aaron maybe once he has a decent handle on it, then maybe we can try the 3 day blitz. But at this point, we will likely have to take him to church in a diaper.
Today is day 75 (out of 90) of the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge. I was feeling a little disappointed. My weight has not changed much and my measurements are relatively stagnant too. That gets me down, of course, because it feel like a lot of work going unrewarded. Which isn't true, of course. I am getting stronger, and the numbers on my fit test show it. So I think about my body. I though I was fat at 160 before I got pregnant (as the weight I used to sit at was around 143). But here I am, 3 years after conception and still at 180, a size 14 (when I used to be a 10). Then I think about my worth. Am I worth any less at 180 lbs? Am I a worse mother, wife, sister, Christian, or daughter? Is there anything I can't do now, that I could do 40 lbs lighter? (Aside from wearing pre-pregnancy clothes?) No. My body conceived a child (something I wasn't sure it could do). My body kept that baby safe, and healthy as he grew. By body nourished that little boy for 18 months, and he thrived. So, weight and sizes are numbers, but there are better things to be concerned with.
The one I was going to use is very strict. You throw all the diapers away on day one. (We use cloth, so I didn't do that). You put the kid in underwear and only have their potty in the bathroom. Then you say "Tell mommy when you have to go potty" about every 10 seconds. When you see they start to pee, you whisk them off to finish on the potty. You stay by their side EVERY SECOND. Then praise them all the time. At nap you tell them to call for you when they need to pee. Then for night time, you stop liquids 3 hours before bed time. Then wake them after they've been asleep for an hour, and once again in the middle of the night.
So I started with that one, but I modified it. I have two potties, one in the living room, and another nearby. And I started him naked. He mostly got to the potty. But rushing him there once he's started was not an option, as the flood gates opened. Bertram is a very independent child, he likes playing by himself, and wasn't happy that I was glued to his side, asking him to tell me when he needed to go. He also wanted to dump the pee in the toilet every time. But he got a little too excited some times, and threw it all over the place. Nap time was non-existent. He called me into his room at least 5 times, he did pee a few of those times. But in the end, didn't nap, and wet the bed. After "nap time" I put him in underwear. That was a huge failure. I think he equates underwear to diapers, so he peed in them constantly, which was a much bigger mess. I had already decided after this first day that this plan was not going to work for us. The thought of waking Bertie up AN HOUR after he fell asleep would be awful, because he's not likely to go back to sleep, and he would be in a foul mood (same for waking him in the middle of the night). I put him in a diaper for bed.
Day 2 was much better. He made it to the potty all but one time. He was start to dribble pee, and tell me, then I'd tell him to run to the potty and finish, which he did. He stayed dry in a pair of underwear for an hour or so. Day 2 was 80% better than day one.
Today is day 3. No pee accidents so far. He's pooped a few times (I think because he didn't sit long enough). Two times, he was grabbing at his bum, and I could see the poop had already started. So he made it in time. One time he was standing in the chair at the table, and just pooped. I scooped him up and set him on his potty and told him to wait while I cleaned. While he was sitting he pooped a little more. But he did a 45 minute visit to his grandparents without incident.
I told Aaron maybe once he has a decent handle on it, then maybe we can try the 3 day blitz. But at this point, we will likely have to take him to church in a diaper.
Today is day 75 (out of 90) of the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge. I was feeling a little disappointed. My weight has not changed much and my measurements are relatively stagnant too. That gets me down, of course, because it feel like a lot of work going unrewarded. Which isn't true, of course. I am getting stronger, and the numbers on my fit test show it. So I think about my body. I though I was fat at 160 before I got pregnant (as the weight I used to sit at was around 143). But here I am, 3 years after conception and still at 180, a size 14 (when I used to be a 10). Then I think about my worth. Am I worth any less at 180 lbs? Am I a worse mother, wife, sister, Christian, or daughter? Is there anything I can't do now, that I could do 40 lbs lighter? (Aside from wearing pre-pregnancy clothes?) No. My body conceived a child (something I wasn't sure it could do). My body kept that baby safe, and healthy as he grew. By body nourished that little boy for 18 months, and he thrived. So, weight and sizes are numbers, but there are better things to be concerned with.
Wednesday, May 18, 2016
A couple things
Bertie has started to say I love you without prompting. It melts my cold heart.
Yesterday he asked to say prayer before we had dinner. Aaron helped him, of course.
Today I told Bertram it was nap time. Usually he throws a fit ("No nap! No nap!") before settling down. Today I told him it was nap time, and we needed to read a book. He said "No book, go bed". So he took his new matchbox car and walked to his room. I tucked him in, and he went straight to bed. That was something he'd never done before.
I've been feeling better. Still not great, but much improved from before. I've been forcing exercise on myself, and counting calories. I really need both. I'm prone to eating. Some people eat to live, I live to eat. So went I don't count, I go way overboard. Exercise has been good. Monday and Tuesday I got up to walk at the track and then did the bikini body mommy workout. Today I slept in (til 7:35) and exercised during nap time.
I have a new resume, but I need to start looking again. But I'm kind of waiting til we get back from vacation. And I kind of don't want a job (a sort of need one, but sort of not). So I'm going to be picky. Plus Aaron is applying for a new position at work, which pays more. And he'll get a couple raises in August. But money is, of course, stressful.
It's been hot for a couple days. It makes me glad that I'm chopping off my hair in a couple months.
Yesterday he asked to say prayer before we had dinner. Aaron helped him, of course.
Today I told Bertram it was nap time. Usually he throws a fit ("No nap! No nap!") before settling down. Today I told him it was nap time, and we needed to read a book. He said "No book, go bed". So he took his new matchbox car and walked to his room. I tucked him in, and he went straight to bed. That was something he'd never done before.
I've been feeling better. Still not great, but much improved from before. I've been forcing exercise on myself, and counting calories. I really need both. I'm prone to eating. Some people eat to live, I live to eat. So went I don't count, I go way overboard. Exercise has been good. Monday and Tuesday I got up to walk at the track and then did the bikini body mommy workout. Today I slept in (til 7:35) and exercised during nap time.
I have a new resume, but I need to start looking again. But I'm kind of waiting til we get back from vacation. And I kind of don't want a job (a sort of need one, but sort of not). So I'm going to be picky. Plus Aaron is applying for a new position at work, which pays more. And he'll get a couple raises in August. But money is, of course, stressful.
It's been hot for a couple days. It makes me glad that I'm chopping off my hair in a couple months.
Friday, March 4, 2016
Catching up
We had Bertie's second birthday. Just a small affair with family, pizza and cake. Bertie had a good time, and got some nice gifts.
My mom was here for 2 blissful weeks. I love having her here, and Bertie does too. We always have fun together. We went to the aquarium on day with my dad. Bertie loved it! It's fun to see my parents together again too. Like we get to play the happy family, which we actual are now. Funny, how divorce can make things better for everyone. And, unlike make divorced couples, they can actual hang out, and be friends.
(Sometimes I feel guilty that I'm the stay at home parent. Some days Bertie and I have so much fun. I know I'd be jealous if the situation was reversed).
I ordered my bridesmaid dress today. Well, skirt. I'm pretty excited, because I'll actually be able to wear it again. But it's going to take til mid April to get here. :-/
But, I've been eating like crap lately. Lots of sugar, lots of diet coke. And I've been more flexitarian than vegetarian.
My friend Brianon had her baby yesterday. She had a lot similarities to Bertie's birth. Emergency c-section, babies in NICU. I wish I could be there to help out and meet baby Henry.
We finally got some rain today. It's supposed to continue for a while.
My mom was here for 2 blissful weeks. I love having her here, and Bertie does too. We always have fun together. We went to the aquarium on day with my dad. Bertie loved it! It's fun to see my parents together again too. Like we get to play the happy family, which we actual are now. Funny, how divorce can make things better for everyone. And, unlike make divorced couples, they can actual hang out, and be friends.
(Sometimes I feel guilty that I'm the stay at home parent. Some days Bertie and I have so much fun. I know I'd be jealous if the situation was reversed).
I ordered my bridesmaid dress today. Well, skirt. I'm pretty excited, because I'll actually be able to wear it again. But it's going to take til mid April to get here. :-/
I've been keeping up with my exercise. I've only missed one day so far this year. I want to concentrate more on running. But I've been really tired lately, which makes 6am running hard. I tried a beginning plyometrics workout today.
But, I've been eating like crap lately. Lots of sugar, lots of diet coke. And I've been more flexitarian than vegetarian.
My friend Brianon had her baby yesterday. She had a lot similarities to Bertie's birth. Emergency c-section, babies in NICU. I wish I could be there to help out and meet baby Henry.
We finally got some rain today. It's supposed to continue for a while.
Monday, September 21, 2015
Exercise
My sister and I started a new work out today: Bikini Body Mommy 6 week mini-challenge. Six days a week, 20-30 minutes at a time, consisting of upper body, lower body and cardio. Today was day one, and I wanted to get off on the right foot. So I got up at 5:45 so I could jog (once it's cold I can go during the day, but it's kind of nice to get up and get it done). I jog/walked for 30ish minutes, then came home and did the upper body work out. As I was about to get in the shower Bertie woke up (a little after 7). And after he'd had milk, he walked over to the door and said "go!" I figured since it was going to be super hot again today, we may as well go. And we were out of milk, so I figured we could walk to the store after the park. I loaded up the stroller and we headed out. The whole way there, Bertram said "slide, slide". We played for a while, walked to Grocery Outlet, and then walked home. I hit 10,000 steps just before 9 am.
I'm going to aim to jog 3-4 days a week.
Nursing
We are officially done with nursing. I felt bad, because I cut it off. And the first couple days when Bertie was upset, he would cry "boobie, boobie" and pull on my shirt. But now he's ok. I have mixed feelings. I'm glad to be done, but at the same time I miss it.
Adderall
Now that nursing is done, Adderall is back! My shrink actually wanted me back on it sooner, but knew that nursing was important to me. I really forgot how wonderful Adderall is, and I can see why people abuse it. But I really feel more focused, and more importantly, awake! I'm hoping that the combination of exercise, completing breastfeeding, and adding Adderall will help me lose some weight, because I'm tired of being chunky.
Heat
It has been so hot lately! It was 97 today! And it's been hot for most of the previous week. I'm really looking forward to fall. Sweaters, crisp air, maybe some rain?
Baby
We were trying for baby #2. My sister is getting married next year. Originally it was in Oct, or Nov, so I figured we could try through October, then stop if not pregnant, and start again in Spring. (I either need to be in early to mid pregnancy, or with a new baby. I can't travel while hugely pregnant). But the wedding got moved up to June. So I went back on the pill, and we'll start up again late January. (So I have a little over 4 months to lose weight!)
Bits about today
Today was pretty good. My MiL watched Bertie so I could shower after our walk. He took a really early nap (and was asleep before 10:30). After he napped we met dad at Olive Garden for lunch. I tried to have him nap again after lunch, but he didn't. I got a letter with no return address. In it was a $60 gift certificate to a nail salon nearby. I have no idea who sent it, but it was a great surprise! We had dinner with Aaron's folks. I got the house tidied up, swept, did (and put away) laundry, dishes, etc. So we're in good shape for tomorrow. I have a dentist appointment at 10:40, for a cleaning.
My sister and I started a new work out today: Bikini Body Mommy 6 week mini-challenge. Six days a week, 20-30 minutes at a time, consisting of upper body, lower body and cardio. Today was day one, and I wanted to get off on the right foot. So I got up at 5:45 so I could jog (once it's cold I can go during the day, but it's kind of nice to get up and get it done). I jog/walked for 30ish minutes, then came home and did the upper body work out. As I was about to get in the shower Bertie woke up (a little after 7). And after he'd had milk, he walked over to the door and said "go!" I figured since it was going to be super hot again today, we may as well go. And we were out of milk, so I figured we could walk to the store after the park. I loaded up the stroller and we headed out. The whole way there, Bertram said "slide, slide". We played for a while, walked to Grocery Outlet, and then walked home. I hit 10,000 steps just before 9 am.
I'm going to aim to jog 3-4 days a week.
Nursing
We are officially done with nursing. I felt bad, because I cut it off. And the first couple days when Bertie was upset, he would cry "boobie, boobie" and pull on my shirt. But now he's ok. I have mixed feelings. I'm glad to be done, but at the same time I miss it.
Adderall
Now that nursing is done, Adderall is back! My shrink actually wanted me back on it sooner, but knew that nursing was important to me. I really forgot how wonderful Adderall is, and I can see why people abuse it. But I really feel more focused, and more importantly, awake! I'm hoping that the combination of exercise, completing breastfeeding, and adding Adderall will help me lose some weight, because I'm tired of being chunky.
Heat
It has been so hot lately! It was 97 today! And it's been hot for most of the previous week. I'm really looking forward to fall. Sweaters, crisp air, maybe some rain?
Baby
We were trying for baby #2. My sister is getting married next year. Originally it was in Oct, or Nov, so I figured we could try through October, then stop if not pregnant, and start again in Spring. (I either need to be in early to mid pregnancy, or with a new baby. I can't travel while hugely pregnant). But the wedding got moved up to June. So I went back on the pill, and we'll start up again late January. (So I have a little over 4 months to lose weight!)
Bits about today
Today was pretty good. My MiL watched Bertie so I could shower after our walk. He took a really early nap (and was asleep before 10:30). After he napped we met dad at Olive Garden for lunch. I tried to have him nap again after lunch, but he didn't. I got a letter with no return address. In it was a $60 gift certificate to a nail salon nearby. I have no idea who sent it, but it was a great surprise! We had dinner with Aaron's folks. I got the house tidied up, swept, did (and put away) laundry, dishes, etc. So we're in good shape for tomorrow. I have a dentist appointment at 10:40, for a cleaning.
Tuesday, September 8, 2015
Another quick post
- Bertie was a terror the last few days. LOTS of tantrums. I couldn't guess what would set him off. But today was SO much better. He was back to his usual happy self, Not sure if it was teeth, or what, but hopefully things will stay happy.
- My sister and I finished the 30 day yoga challenge last Friday. Now were working our way through the Bikini Body Mommy Challenges.
- I miss my mom, It was so fun when she was here. Plus having an extra set of hands is great. Also, Bertie is still walking around saying "Nana?" It makes me sad. But we'll go out there in November.
- Bertie has been adding a lot of words to his vocabulary lately: more, please, candy (not sure how he learned that), duck, roar, Zelda, hat, car, and yogurt.
- Today, I decided I'd only eat when I was hungry. I ended up only eating 1700 calories. I guess I should always do that. :P
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
Blah blah blah
We finished our taxes and got money back. Yay! It's going to be used to pay off my $900 crown and my $481 Humira. But I got a couple fun things too: a bike seat and helmet for Bertie. And I'm going to buy myself a new pair of running shoes, since it's been a while.
I really need to get back into exercising again. I've just been getting my steps in everyday. It's hard to work in exercise around Bertram's schedule. He doesn't always nap, and when he does, it's not for a set amount of time. The only thing I could do would be get up early on Tuesday and Thursday, and I'm not likely to do that.
And now Bertie is awake. That was quick
I really need to get back into exercising again. I've just been getting my steps in everyday. It's hard to work in exercise around Bertram's schedule. He doesn't always nap, and when he does, it's not for a set amount of time. The only thing I could do would be get up early on Tuesday and Thursday, and I'm not likely to do that.
And now Bertie is awake. That was quick
Monday, November 10, 2014
Misc
- Aaron and I started a week-long Diet Coke fast yesterday. So we're nearly two days down. It hasn't been quite as hard as I thought. I'm definitely craving it (especially now, as I'm typing about it). No caffeine headaches so far. But I hit a point this afternoon where I couldn't keep my eyes open. I dozed with Bertie for a little bit, which was nice.
We'd been drinking way too much. Like 3-4 cans a day (some were caffeine-free). But it was just way too much. Plus it's an extra expense that we don't need to spend. Once we're done with the week, maybe we'll have some again. I'm thinking about just having it as a "treat" and not keeping it in the house. - Bertie has become an excellent sitter. I can't get over how cute he is. I bathed him in the sink a couple days ago. Now that he can sit on his own, he has so much fun. He just splashed and smiled.
- I've started exercising again. My goal is 6 days a week: 2 cardio, 2 strength, 2 yoga. Last week was the first week I got back into it, and I did four days (and got my 10,000 steps in every day too). So far this week I did power yoga today, and we're going for a family hike.
- My mom and stepdad are coming to visit in less than a month! EEEeeeee!
- I figured out how to do a back carry with Bertie in the Ergo. I wasn't sure I could do it without help but it wasn't too hard. (Thanks, YouTube!) And now I can do quite a bit of work while holding him. Though, he's happy to play by himself a lot now.
- Things Bertram likes to eat: crackers, shredded cheese, tortilla, beets, squash, sweet potato, apple, pear, mango, yogurt (with fruit mixed in), avocado (if mixed with something else), rice, peas (if he's finger feeding, he doesn't really like baby food peas), mashed potatoes, raw tofu and carrots. There isn't really anything he doesn't like so far. Some things he likes a lot better if they're mixed with something else.
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Trapped on a couch
I'm under a blanket, Moss and Zelda are both on top. It's not a bad place to be trapped.
Aaron and I went to vote this morning. I usually vote by mail, but I waited too long, so I walked my ballot it.
Aaron and I went to vote this morning. I usually vote by mail, but I waited too long, so I walked my ballot it.
Yesterday I did yoga for the first time in ago a year. I am so sore today. I've decided I need to get back into exercising. I decided I'll do yoga, cardio and weights twice a week each. I'm going to do cardio today, probably walk/jog. Tomorrow I'll do a weight work out. And once the new Bikini Body Mommy starts in January I'll do that. I really want to get back to 140 (or less) by August, for our beach vacation. Plus, if we want to try to have another baby, I want to be as fit as possible.
Aaron surprised me yesterday. He still hadn't gotten me an anniversary card. I went into the hall bathroom last night, and there was a card and a new set of salt and pepper shakers (they look like dachshunds).
Thursday, October 9, 2014
It's been two weeks again!
A lot has happened, lets see what I can remember.
Bertie had his first illness. It started out as a cold. And then drug on forever. He had the cold for a week, and then got a fever on told of it. And his snot changed from clear to green. I called the advice nurse last Friday. I assumed he had a virus. They said to keep an eye on it and watch for breathing problems. He was sick all weekend, so Aaron called the advice nurse on Sunday and made an appointment for Monday morning. I took him in after I got done with work. He weighs 17lbs now. He's chunking up. Bertie had bilateral ear infections and bronchiolitis. So he got amox and an albuterol inhaler. He loves the amox (Aaron and I both remember liking it too) and he doesn't mind the inhaler too much. It looks like this:
He's feeling better now. Today was the first day he seemed like himself.
Bertie has tried quite a few foods: Rice and oat cereals, carrots, squash, sweet potato, green beans, peas, mango, banana. He also had a snow cone with no syrup (so, snow, basically). And a couple tiny bites of mashed potatoes. He likes everything except peas. I made home made peas. I just bought baby food peas a couple days ago, so we'll see if he likes those better. Maybe the smoother texture will be better.
I've been sick for a little bit too. We all had colds. Plus I've been remarkably tired, more than usual. Exercising has gone by the wayside. But I was getting my steps in. Until Sunday, when my fitbit died. Like dead, died. I tried charging it, resetting it. Nothing. So Aaron contacted the customer service, and I'm in the process of getting a replacement. It's sad to have no clue how much I'm doing day to day. I'm looking forward to cooler weather. Then Bertram and I can go for a hike on Tuesdays and Thursday. And maybe the other days after work too. I really would like to start getting fit again. I managed to get my wedding band back on, but then it was stuck. I managed to get it off tonight. I'm going to send Aaron to get them resized. If my fingers slim down again, I'll wear one of those ring snugger thingies. But it may be like my feet, they're not going to shrink.
I've been working on getting Aaron's costume together. It's a secret though. Bertie has a cat costume. But I'm seeing if I can find him a monkey costume for cheap, since I have a banana costume. I thought it would be cute. If not, I'll either go as a cat too, or a prairie girl, since I already have it.
A few weeks ago, Aaron started teaching me to drive stick. I feel like I'm started getting it. But I haven't been able to practice since.
Zelda's 9th birthday was a couple days ago. We had a tiny party. I made a cake, Zelda and Yoie loved it.
Bertie had his first illness. It started out as a cold. And then drug on forever. He had the cold for a week, and then got a fever on told of it. And his snot changed from clear to green. I called the advice nurse last Friday. I assumed he had a virus. They said to keep an eye on it and watch for breathing problems. He was sick all weekend, so Aaron called the advice nurse on Sunday and made an appointment for Monday morning. I took him in after I got done with work. He weighs 17lbs now. He's chunking up. Bertie had bilateral ear infections and bronchiolitis. So he got amox and an albuterol inhaler. He loves the amox (Aaron and I both remember liking it too) and he doesn't mind the inhaler too much. It looks like this:
He's feeling better now. Today was the first day he seemed like himself.
Bertie has tried quite a few foods: Rice and oat cereals, carrots, squash, sweet potato, green beans, peas, mango, banana. He also had a snow cone with no syrup (so, snow, basically). And a couple tiny bites of mashed potatoes. He likes everything except peas. I made home made peas. I just bought baby food peas a couple days ago, so we'll see if he likes those better. Maybe the smoother texture will be better.
I've been sick for a little bit too. We all had colds. Plus I've been remarkably tired, more than usual. Exercising has gone by the wayside. But I was getting my steps in. Until Sunday, when my fitbit died. Like dead, died. I tried charging it, resetting it. Nothing. So Aaron contacted the customer service, and I'm in the process of getting a replacement. It's sad to have no clue how much I'm doing day to day. I'm looking forward to cooler weather. Then Bertram and I can go for a hike on Tuesdays and Thursday. And maybe the other days after work too. I really would like to start getting fit again. I managed to get my wedding band back on, but then it was stuck. I managed to get it off tonight. I'm going to send Aaron to get them resized. If my fingers slim down again, I'll wear one of those ring snugger thingies. But it may be like my feet, they're not going to shrink.
I've been working on getting Aaron's costume together. It's a secret though. Bertie has a cat costume. But I'm seeing if I can find him a monkey costume for cheap, since I have a banana costume. I thought it would be cute. If not, I'll either go as a cat too, or a prairie girl, since I already have it.
A few weeks ago, Aaron started teaching me to drive stick. I feel like I'm started getting it. But I haven't been able to practice since.
Zelda's 9th birthday was a couple days ago. We had a tiny party. I made a cake, Zelda and Yoie loved it.
Bertie was very excited for the party. (This was in the height of his illness)
Zelda loved the cake!
He got a balloon at Safeway today. He loved it.
Holding his balloon, and eating a rice cracker. (Today was the first time he tried them)
A couple nights ago Bertie fell asleep while Aaron was reading. We left him in our bed.
Saturday, August 30, 2014
A non-sad post
Today has been a great, and very laid back day. We slept in a little and snuggled in bed with our baby. He's very much a mama's boy lately. He loves daddy, but only wants mama. Bertie sat in the swing while Aaron and I got the house looking good. (I have no clue how we manage to so thoroughly destroy it in such a short time period). Got the laundry put away, played with Bertie on the floor for a bit. He's currently taking nap #2 for the day. He had some rice cereal earlier, he's really starting to like it, I think. He ate the whole bowl. (Last night he only ate half, and Zelda finished the rest).
Also today, I finished the last (90th) day of the Bikini Body Mommy challenge! I'm really proud of myself. I can't believe I stuck to it, and finished it. I'm going to do my final measurements and weigh in tomorrow. Then the whole thing starts anew in a week.
Bertie had two doctors' appointments this week. The first was his 6 month check up. Turns out, he's still a little guy. Weight: 15lb7oz (12.5%), height: 26" (22%), and head: 44.5cm (83%). Little guy, big head. :-) He did well, he's on track, meeting all his milestones. He got three shots, which he was not happy about. The next day he had the follow up with his orthopedist. He also had his first x-ray. Everything looked great. His acetabulum look great, nice and round. That means he doesn't need to wear his brace anymore! Woohoo! He'll have a follow up in another 6 months, just to make sure all is well.
Also today, I finished the last (90th) day of the Bikini Body Mommy challenge! I'm really proud of myself. I can't believe I stuck to it, and finished it. I'm going to do my final measurements and weigh in tomorrow. Then the whole thing starts anew in a week.
Bertie had two doctors' appointments this week. The first was his 6 month check up. Turns out, he's still a little guy. Weight: 15lb7oz (12.5%), height: 26" (22%), and head: 44.5cm (83%). Little guy, big head. :-) He did well, he's on track, meeting all his milestones. He got three shots, which he was not happy about. The next day he had the follow up with his orthopedist. He also had his first x-ray. Everything looked great. His acetabulum look great, nice and round. That means he doesn't need to wear his brace anymore! Woohoo! He'll have a follow up in another 6 months, just to make sure all is well.
Thursday, June 26, 2014
Things in general
Aaron has been gone for work training all week (in the mountains of New Mexico). He'll be back on Saturday night. Flying solo all week has not been the easiest thing. I think Bertie only had to co-sleep one night so far. For the most part, he's been behaving. But I don't get any alone time, unless he's sleeping, or I give him to my in-laws for a few minutes. He's also starting to teethe, so he's been a little grumpier than usual. But he's also started giggling this week. He's only done it a couple times, but it is the sweetest thing in the world.
I started up with exercise again this week. I'm repeating week four of the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge. I started in it Virginia (twice), but got sick. But I'm back on track now. The gal who runs it says to have a piece of clothing to try of periodically to use as a marker. I have a pair of size 10 trouser shorts. They used to fit comfortably about a year ago. Now I can get them halfway up my thighs. But I will make progress. I haven't been counting calories this week. I'm going to start that on Monday. I didn't want to try to do too much at once, especially when I'm by myself.
We've been putting Bertie in paper diapers at night for a while now. I went to Target to buy a new pack, since we only have a couple left. Holy Cow! I don't know what more people don't cloth diaper. Paper diapers are so expensive! If you were doing that and formula feeding it would cost a fortune.
My in-laws 50th anniversary is tomorrow. Sophie is throwing a big party for them on Saturday. (It says Aaron and I are also hosting it on the invite. But really it's all her. I just follow directions). Aaron is, unfortunately, going to miss the party. Unless he gets out of the training earlier and can catch an earlier flight, but it's unlikely.
My disability has run out. I have $250 left in that account. I think I'll go next week and withdraw all of it. So we'll be a bit strapped for the month of July. I'm scheduled to go back to work on August 1st. I need to send an email to my boss to coordinate my return, figure out scheduling and such. I'm not looking forward to going into my work email.
I started up with exercise again this week. I'm repeating week four of the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge. I started in it Virginia (twice), but got sick. But I'm back on track now. The gal who runs it says to have a piece of clothing to try of periodically to use as a marker. I have a pair of size 10 trouser shorts. They used to fit comfortably about a year ago. Now I can get them halfway up my thighs. But I will make progress. I haven't been counting calories this week. I'm going to start that on Monday. I didn't want to try to do too much at once, especially when I'm by myself.
We've been putting Bertie in paper diapers at night for a while now. I went to Target to buy a new pack, since we only have a couple left. Holy Cow! I don't know what more people don't cloth diaper. Paper diapers are so expensive! If you were doing that and formula feeding it would cost a fortune.
My in-laws 50th anniversary is tomorrow. Sophie is throwing a big party for them on Saturday. (It says Aaron and I are also hosting it on the invite. But really it's all her. I just follow directions). Aaron is, unfortunately, going to miss the party. Unless he gets out of the training earlier and can catch an earlier flight, but it's unlikely.
My disability has run out. I have $250 left in that account. I think I'll go next week and withdraw all of it. So we'll be a bit strapped for the month of July. I'm scheduled to go back to work on August 1st. I need to send an email to my boss to coordinate my return, figure out scheduling and such. I'm not looking forward to going into my work email.
Saturday, May 31, 2014
A Saturday Night.
I'm sitting here by myself. Bertie was feeling extra tired and went to sleep around 8:30. And Aaron's gone out birthday shopping for me. So here I sit. I shut the tv off, and an just enjoying the quiet.
Last night turned into a co-sleeping night. Aaron brought Bertie in to bed, so I could feed him. And we both fell asleep. This happens sometimes unless I make it a point to stay awake, or I feed him on the sofa. (I usually only do the latter when I need to pump as well).
I think I've become boring since becoming a mom. I don't go anywhere interesting. I've given up on most of my hobbies for now too. I have a quilt that is nearly done that I haven't touched in months. Every time I pick up a book, Bertie needs something. And once he's in bed, I'm usually too tired to do anything but watch tv, or play with my phone. Don't get me wrong, I'm not bored. While I miss doing the things I want, I really enjoy what I am doing: being with my son, bonding with him, giving him nourishment from my own body. (On that subject, I've been really happy with how easily breastfeeding has been. He still has a great latch, I have plenty of milk for him (and lots sorted up for later). And he is doing great on mama's milk alone. Hopefully we won't have to use formula at all).
There are lots of things I should/could be doing. Putting laundry away, cleaning the kitchen, starting to get my stuff together for my trip (in two days!!!) etc. But I'm going to enjoy my quiet time.
I've been doing the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge for 16 days now. Yesterday was a weigh in, measure and picture day. I was really sad to see I'd only lost 1 pound. But I was pretty please with the measurements. All the numbers were lower (aside from my bust, which had no change), and in the pictures I could see some difference in my belly. Plus my pants are starting to feel less snug. I'm going to keep up with it, and hopefully there will be more changes in the future! (I think Tuesday, I'll need to get up early so I can exercise before we fly, since we doing get in til 10:30).
Last night turned into a co-sleeping night. Aaron brought Bertie in to bed, so I could feed him. And we both fell asleep. This happens sometimes unless I make it a point to stay awake, or I feed him on the sofa. (I usually only do the latter when I need to pump as well).
I think I've become boring since becoming a mom. I don't go anywhere interesting. I've given up on most of my hobbies for now too. I have a quilt that is nearly done that I haven't touched in months. Every time I pick up a book, Bertie needs something. And once he's in bed, I'm usually too tired to do anything but watch tv, or play with my phone. Don't get me wrong, I'm not bored. While I miss doing the things I want, I really enjoy what I am doing: being with my son, bonding with him, giving him nourishment from my own body. (On that subject, I've been really happy with how easily breastfeeding has been. He still has a great latch, I have plenty of milk for him (and lots sorted up for later). And he is doing great on mama's milk alone. Hopefully we won't have to use formula at all).
There are lots of things I should/could be doing. Putting laundry away, cleaning the kitchen, starting to get my stuff together for my trip (in two days!!!) etc. But I'm going to enjoy my quiet time.
I've been doing the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge for 16 days now. Yesterday was a weigh in, measure and picture day. I was really sad to see I'd only lost 1 pound. But I was pretty please with the measurements. All the numbers were lower (aside from my bust, which had no change), and in the pictures I could see some difference in my belly. Plus my pants are starting to feel less snug. I'm going to keep up with it, and hopefully there will be more changes in the future! (I think Tuesday, I'll need to get up early so I can exercise before we fly, since we doing get in til 10:30).
Wednesday, May 21, 2014
I little time out.
My sister, Jessica, has come for her annual visit. So we've been doing a lot of day trips with dad. We went to the Monterey Bay Aquarium last week. Today we went to the San Francisco Zoo. Thursday we're going back to the city to go to the California Academy of Sciences, and Sutro Baths. It's been a lot of fun. Bertie's come with us, of course, but he's too young to notice any of it. I keep hoping something will catch his eye. Mostly it's my dad and me hanging out, since Jess ventures out on her own. I've been enjoying the one-on-one time, since we don't hang out a lot, for whatever reason.
I've been trying to work harder at trying to get back into shape. Counting calories, exercising and getting all my steps in. I'm still eating over 2000 calories a day, but I'm burning more than I'm taking in. I started the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge this week. It's a HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) workout. It's hard, but it's good, since it's only 20 minutes a day. It alternates cardio days and strength days. And I'm making sure I'm getting in 10k+ steps every day (except Sundays, I usually don't get all the steps). Most days I get 12k-ish.
Julius has become a bad cat as of late. He's been spraying/peeing in the house. So he's going to be a mostly outside cat. We're tried all sorts of other solutions. But the final straw was him peeing in Bertie's crib. He seems to like being outside. And Aaron talked to the vet about it, as long as we keep up his shots and flea meds, he should be ok.
Bertie has been doing well lately. He's been doing well at sleeping, and even slept through the night one night last week. He hasn't done it since, but he usually will sleep in two sets of 5 hours each. He's still great at nursing. He's started smiling a little bit more, which is really fun. And some cooing sounds are starting. Aaron and I take turns bathing with him. Bertram loves baths, and he's surprisingly buoyant. We're still cloth diapering, but at night he wears paper. He was starting to get rashy from being wet for so long.
I really love staying at home (which I knew I would). It's a great balance of work and fun, routine and free time. The house is pretty clean (most days), I stay on top of the laundry, and there is less stress. I don't need to be in bed by any specific time, if I'm up more in the night (which hasn't been an issue lately) it's not a big deal. If he's having a fussy day we can snuggle. (Though, those days are stressful, because having a baby cry non-stop is so hard).
Bertie and I (and Aaron) have our plane tickets to go to Virginia. Bertie and I are flying out by ourselves, Aaron comes part way through the trip, and we all fly home together. I made sure we had very long layovers, and we're sitting in the late row on every flight. Plus my mom is borrowing a car seat, so we don't need to lug one through the airport. I'm excited, and a little nervous about how he'll handle the flights.
I need to pump and go to bed.
I've been trying to work harder at trying to get back into shape. Counting calories, exercising and getting all my steps in. I'm still eating over 2000 calories a day, but I'm burning more than I'm taking in. I started the Bikini Body Mommy Challenge this week. It's a HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) workout. It's hard, but it's good, since it's only 20 minutes a day. It alternates cardio days and strength days. And I'm making sure I'm getting in 10k+ steps every day (except Sundays, I usually don't get all the steps). Most days I get 12k-ish.
Julius has become a bad cat as of late. He's been spraying/peeing in the house. So he's going to be a mostly outside cat. We're tried all sorts of other solutions. But the final straw was him peeing in Bertie's crib. He seems to like being outside. And Aaron talked to the vet about it, as long as we keep up his shots and flea meds, he should be ok.
Bertie has been doing well lately. He's been doing well at sleeping, and even slept through the night one night last week. He hasn't done it since, but he usually will sleep in two sets of 5 hours each. He's still great at nursing. He's started smiling a little bit more, which is really fun. And some cooing sounds are starting. Aaron and I take turns bathing with him. Bertram loves baths, and he's surprisingly buoyant. We're still cloth diapering, but at night he wears paper. He was starting to get rashy from being wet for so long.
I really love staying at home (which I knew I would). It's a great balance of work and fun, routine and free time. The house is pretty clean (most days), I stay on top of the laundry, and there is less stress. I don't need to be in bed by any specific time, if I'm up more in the night (which hasn't been an issue lately) it's not a big deal. If he's having a fussy day we can snuggle. (Though, those days are stressful, because having a baby cry non-stop is so hard).
Bertie and I (and Aaron) have our plane tickets to go to Virginia. Bertie and I are flying out by ourselves, Aaron comes part way through the trip, and we all fly home together. I made sure we had very long layovers, and we're sitting in the late row on every flight. Plus my mom is borrowing a car seat, so we don't need to lug one through the airport. I'm excited, and a little nervous about how he'll handle the flights.
I need to pump and go to bed.
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