Y'all,
last week was so fun,
I'm really excited to be guest hosting again this week!
last week was so fun,
I'm really excited to be guest hosting again this week!
Most of y'all know the drill
but for anyone who doesn't here we go...
Wednesday, August 31, 2011
Tuesday, August 30, 2011
Adventures in Haircutting
First thing this morning Matteo was his fun playful self. I told him we were going to get his hair cut today and he was all ready for it! "Cheese!"
Here is a little shot of the back if his hair for you.
Grammy took him for a ride on the Carousel! He got to ride the Zebra! This was a first time on a Carousel and I think he loved it! He loved all the different animals.
Sorry there is like 15 similar shots. They are all cute to me! I love his face!
Hi Ma, are you still taking my picture?
And, here is a video in case the pictures were not enough for you. The sound is kind of awful but I love it!
Suddenly, we are serious. "Ma, what are we doing here?"
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| This picture also serves as a "Before" shot. |
He did great for his hair cut. Sat still, didn't complain and just let her cut his hair. So proud. There will be a day when I will stop making hair cuts a huge event, probably. But for now, his hair is adorable and it's a big deal and slightly emotional for me to have it cut. He looks even more precious with his big boy cut!
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| Looking at his hair in the hand held mirror. |
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| Still very serious. |
Then we had lunch at Chick fil a. Matteo lightened up a bit once he was out of the hair place and chowed down on some chicken nuggets. Though in is defense the hair place is kind of too childish. To the point of almost creepy. But not. But kinda. Like I feel safe there, it's nothing like that, it's just way too many bright colors and such. Just sayin', y'all.
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| He felt the need to use Grammy's lap as a foot rest. ha! |
And I didn't get any pictures of Massimo, but he was there too! Here is Marco and me at lunch.
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| We like to call Marco "Marcimo". Just because we're silly. |
I love fun days like we had today.
I also love coming home and they are all pooped and take nice, long naps!
Sweet Boys!
Could they possibly look more different? I love it. And their personalities are as different as their looks. Massimo (right) almost always has a smile on his face OR this expression in the picture below that seems to me, like he is saying "tell me all your problems". He is going to be a counselor or psychiatrist and fix every one's problems. Marco is actually the more serious of the two though. You wouldn't know from Massimo's serious face in this picture, would you? Massimo is almost always giggling and smiling and laughing. Marco is a little more reserved and sensitive. It's fun to see their personalities so young.
It's a shame this guy has no joy. Pssht! He is hilarious, rambunctious, fun, funny, silly, smart and strong willed. And lots of other things. He is the protector and loves putting his arms around his little brothers. He is very loyal, loves his mother but is not a Mama's boy (over Sergio's dead body would we have a Mama's boy. He wouldn't let me even if I wanted to). Sergio is always saying "Let them be boys!" :)
Here is Matteo's favorite thing to do; grab his brothers! And both at once! There is pure joy in that face! And look at Massimo's huge smile! He loves it. And he loves Matteo. They are always talking and laughing at each other. I have no idea what they are saying. But I know they know. Marco is kind of like, "Wait, what's happening? You're pulling on my neck here, bro". He is more no-nonsense and Massimo is more silly and fun. (Except when he is listening to all your problems, of course.)
And, I just want to eat those cute and wiggly little bare feet!
Monday, August 29, 2011
Things I've Learned
I'm not the authority on motherhood but I wanted to share some things that I have learned through my own experiences about being a mom, especially a mom to little kids, because that's what I know.
1. Everything is a season. When times are hard, whether it's a long afternoon or the entire toddler years, it is a season. It will pass. We will make it through! So we can wish time away or just dig in and live life. Sometimes wishing time away seems easier but I know in my heart I should try to enjoy where I am, and give the whole "being content" thing a chance. I'm still working on that one.
2. We must let go of our ridiculous expectations of ourselves (and probably of others too). We don't have to "do all" and "be all". I don't think I'm too hard on myself but those close to me are always telling me I am. We need to let go of our pride with the way we PLAN to do things. Like, if you feel you must breast feed exclusively but then the baby for whatever reason doesn't do well with breastfeeding, you're going to have to supplement with formula. The baby will be fine with that, I promise. I mean, what is the alternative? Not feeding the baby? Duh, no. Or, for example, my bottle propping. It would be silly for me not to bottle prop for the sake of "saying I didn't prop". That's just silly. If you think it's wrong or unsafe, hey, that's another thing. But personally, I'm all about being sane. (And I don't think it's unsafe). It's ok to do things that are convenient and make things easier for yourself. The more relaxed and comfortable you are with yourself, the more you will be relaxed and present for your kids. And the little ones can tell if you're not doing or feeling good. They can sense it, FOR SURE! In general, I have found, if you are a little more open to things then you won't be so disappointed if your perfect plan for your child and your life and their life changes. Because I promise you, you cannot plan these things. So, we gotta stop trying so hard to plan life. Yes, I said that. This coming from the biggest Choleric planner on the planet.
3. This one should have been number one. All women, and all mom's are insecure. So when you see that other mom who you always feel like has everything together... let me guarantee you, she doesn't. If you're reading a blog, facebook or just talking on the phone or even in person and she says life is perfect, her kids are perfect and her marriage is perfect. She is not being completely honest. We don't have to air our dirty laundry and by NO MEANS am I saying if you're a mom you're unhappy, dissatisfied or life just sucks. I'm just saying, we all have good days and we all have bad days. In general we can and should be happy and satisfied in life, but nothing and no one is perfect. Kids are kids. We all have frustrating times, tiring times and all that. Someone tell me I'm making sense! I know for a fact it's not just me who feels this way.
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Don't compare your kids to other kids. Every person and every child is unique. God made us that way. I can be bad about this one. I find that I'm always thinking about how rambunctious Matteo is and how calm some other kids are who are the same age. No good will come from that. Also, developmentally, all kids grow and develop at different rates. There is no point in freaking yourself out about whether or not your kid is on track. (I mean, if there is a bigger problem that needs attention that's another thing). Also, since all kids are different, what works for one kiddo might not work for the next. From the type of bottles you use to the type of discipline. Just sayin'!
5. Listen to other moms, especially your own mom and even your mother-in-law. Yes, I said it. They raised kids who turned out good, because their kids turned out to be you and your darling husband. They might, just might have something to offer. Everything now with babies seems like such a fad. But, babies are still babies, just like they were babies when we were born and we were babies. (Got that?) True, some research over the years has brought new information to light. But taking that into consideration, don't fall into the trap of baby fads. I'm all about making things easy and simple.
By sharing these things with you I hope to have offered some form of encouragement!? At least I encouraged myself and reminded myself of things that I'm always needing to be reminded of!
What things have you learned about motherhood?
1. Everything is a season. When times are hard, whether it's a long afternoon or the entire toddler years, it is a season. It will pass. We will make it through! So we can wish time away or just dig in and live life. Sometimes wishing time away seems easier but I know in my heart I should try to enjoy where I am, and give the whole "being content" thing a chance. I'm still working on that one.
2. We must let go of our ridiculous expectations of ourselves (and probably of others too). We don't have to "do all" and "be all". I don't think I'm too hard on myself but those close to me are always telling me I am. We need to let go of our pride with the way we PLAN to do things. Like, if you feel you must breast feed exclusively but then the baby for whatever reason doesn't do well with breastfeeding, you're going to have to supplement with formula. The baby will be fine with that, I promise. I mean, what is the alternative? Not feeding the baby? Duh, no. Or, for example, my bottle propping. It would be silly for me not to bottle prop for the sake of "saying I didn't prop". That's just silly. If you think it's wrong or unsafe, hey, that's another thing. But personally, I'm all about being sane. (And I don't think it's unsafe). It's ok to do things that are convenient and make things easier for yourself. The more relaxed and comfortable you are with yourself, the more you will be relaxed and present for your kids. And the little ones can tell if you're not doing or feeling good. They can sense it, FOR SURE! In general, I have found, if you are a little more open to things then you won't be so disappointed if your perfect plan for your child and your life and their life changes. Because I promise you, you cannot plan these things. So, we gotta stop trying so hard to plan life. Yes, I said that. This coming from the biggest Choleric planner on the planet.
Wondering if I should be letting him eat hummus with a spoon...
3. This one should have been number one. All women, and all mom's are insecure. So when you see that other mom who you always feel like has everything together... let me guarantee you, she doesn't. If you're reading a blog, facebook or just talking on the phone or even in person and she says life is perfect, her kids are perfect and her marriage is perfect. She is not being completely honest. We don't have to air our dirty laundry and by NO MEANS am I saying if you're a mom you're unhappy, dissatisfied or life just sucks. I'm just saying, we all have good days and we all have bad days. In general we can and should be happy and satisfied in life, but nothing and no one is perfect. Kids are kids. We all have frustrating times, tiring times and all that. Someone tell me I'm making sense! I know for a fact it's not just me who feels this way.
4. Don't compare yourself to others. Don't compare your kids to other kids. Every person and every child is unique. God made us that way. I can be bad about this one. I find that I'm always thinking about how rambunctious Matteo is and how calm some other kids are who are the same age. No good will come from that. Also, developmentally, all kids grow and develop at different rates. There is no point in freaking yourself out about whether or not your kid is on track. (I mean, if there is a bigger problem that needs attention that's another thing). Also, since all kids are different, what works for one kiddo might not work for the next. From the type of bottles you use to the type of discipline. Just sayin'!
Matteo yelling "no!" at me. Awesome.
5. Listen to other moms, especially your own mom and even your mother-in-law. Yes, I said it. They raised kids who turned out good, because their kids turned out to be you and your darling husband. They might, just might have something to offer. Everything now with babies seems like such a fad. But, babies are still babies, just like they were babies when we were born and we were babies. (Got that?) True, some research over the years has brought new information to light. But taking that into consideration, don't fall into the trap of baby fads. I'm all about making things easy and simple.
By sharing these things with you I hope to have offered some form of encouragement!? At least I encouraged myself and reminded myself of things that I'm always needing to be reminded of!
What things have you learned about motherhood?
Saturday, August 27, 2011
Smurfs...& Running With It
Today, my dear sweet husband took Matteo to see his first movie in the theater! (*wipe lone glistening tear from my eye*, my baby is growing up). They are meeting my in-laws and our nieces (Sergio's brother's daughters) at the theater to see Smurfs!
Our nieces on Sergio's side are Serena who turned twelve yesterday and Kaelynn who will be six in December. I think that movie was our nieces pick. :)
It was Serena's birthday yesterday. Beautiful, sweet JUNIOR HIGHER. How do children grow up so darn fast? I remember when she was like six. What is going on with time? Is it speeding up? I fully believe the older you get the faster time goes. Remember being in school thinking the school year took forever and now it's like, you blink and it's over?! I totally got off on a tangent there. Anyways...I remember when beautiful darling Kaelynn was born! Sergio and I weren't married yet and I remember him calling me around 4am and telling me she was coming. I made it to the hospital before he or his parents did! So fun! (btw Kaelynn and Matteo totally look alike and if you look at their baby pictures they look like twins (if twins were born, you know, three years apart, ). See this post of their pictures in a post written in September of 2009.
Just to give you some more eye candy ;)...
That picture is actually from our wedding. It's Sergio's Dad Sergio (Seco), his Mom (Silvia), Sergio (obviously) and his brother, Carlos.
Let's see, who else can I introduce you to?
Just kidding.
Not really.
Can you tell I love these people?
Here are our other niece and our nephew!
First, this is beautiful sweet Madison, 10 years old (and her hot Mom, my sister) with the twins when they were born. She is really good with all three of my boys and a great helper. Matteo calls her Mah, not to be confused with Ma (Mom).
Kim and hubby, Bill.
Here is handsome Gunnar, 9 years old. Matteo calls him "Guh-yer".
What a good looking family I have. Somehow this post about going to the movies turned into a post about our family. Let's run with it.
Here are my parents. Man they're good looking. I bet the youngest out of their three children is gorgeous! (Oh, that'd be me.)
My beautiful Mom with Matteo and one of the twins. I'm too lazy to sit here and think which twin that is. They really looked alike when they were first born. I'm just sayin.
And for the sake of not leaving anyone out...here is my brother Taylor (Matteo calls him "Tayer") and his wife, Stephanie (who Matteo calls "Tot")...with me and my sis. Obviously, it's at their wedding. Duh.
Well, unless you want to know about my Aunts, Uncles and third cousins twice removed (I don't even remember what "removed" means in that sense) I think I'll stop here.
Oh wait. Are these not the most adorable brothers you have ever seen?
aaaand...
That's all I got.
Our nieces on Sergio's side are Serena who turned twelve yesterday and Kaelynn who will be six in December. I think that movie was our nieces pick. :)
It was Serena's birthday yesterday. Beautiful, sweet JUNIOR HIGHER. How do children grow up so darn fast? I remember when she was like six. What is going on with time? Is it speeding up? I fully believe the older you get the faster time goes. Remember being in school thinking the school year took forever and now it's like, you blink and it's over?! I totally got off on a tangent there. Anyways...I remember when beautiful darling Kaelynn was born! Sergio and I weren't married yet and I remember him calling me around 4am and telling me she was coming. I made it to the hospital before he or his parents did! So fun! (btw Kaelynn and Matteo totally look alike and if you look at their baby pictures they look like twins (if twins were born, you know, three years apart, ). See this post of their pictures in a post written in September of 2009.
Serena & Kaelynn on the first day of school this year. Jr High and Kindergarten!
Look how they've changed since the summer of 2009 (I think I have the timing right)
This picture shows Serena and Kaelynn's personalities...with Daddy, Carlos!
With Mommy, Christina.
That picture is actually from our wedding. It's Sergio's Dad Sergio (Seco), his Mom (Silvia), Sergio (obviously) and his brother, Carlos.
Let's see, who else can I introduce you to?
Just kidding.
Not really.
Can you tell I love these people?
Here are our other niece and our nephew!
First, this is beautiful sweet Madison, 10 years old (and her hot Mom, my sister) with the twins when they were born. She is really good with all three of my boys and a great helper. Matteo calls her Mah, not to be confused with Ma (Mom).
Kim and hubby, Bill.
Here is handsome Gunnar, 9 years old. Matteo calls him "Guh-yer".
What a good looking family I have. Somehow this post about going to the movies turned into a post about our family. Let's run with it.
Here are my parents. Man they're good looking. I bet the youngest out of their three children is gorgeous! (Oh, that'd be me.)
My beautiful Mom with Matteo and one of the twins. I'm too lazy to sit here and think which twin that is. They really looked alike when they were first born. I'm just sayin.
And for the sake of not leaving anyone out...here is my brother Taylor (Matteo calls him "Tayer") and his wife, Stephanie (who Matteo calls "Tot")...with me and my sis. Obviously, it's at their wedding. Duh.
Well, unless you want to know about my Aunts, Uncles and third cousins twice removed (I don't even remember what "removed" means in that sense) I think I'll stop here.
Oh wait. Are these not the most adorable brothers you have ever seen?
aaaand...
That's all I got.
Friday, August 26, 2011
Family Girl
Have you ever seen this clip from Family Guy? It's pretty funny, hilarious and accurate.
I'm not sure why Lois is just sitting there blankly staring but, ok actually I do know why she is sitting there, staring at nothing and I could say that I can relate to that but...I digress. I don't typically sit and stare at the wall but I get how Lois feels in this video.
My conversations with Matteo sometimes go like this;
Matteo: Ma!
Me: Yes?
Matteo: Ma!
Me: Yessss?
Matteo: Maaa?!
Me: Matteo?
Matteo: MAAAAA?!
Me: Matteo? What is it?
Matteo: Poo?
Me: Do you have poo, Matteo?
Matteo: Eeee Pooooo!
Me: Matteo, do you have poo?
Matteo: Na Na (with a wave of the hand signifying a bad smell- "na na" means "stinky", derived from "poofa na na!"-Thank you, Daddy)
Yes, we talk about poo a lot. That and burping. Boogers. You know, bodily functions. And if we aren't talking about it, we are cleaning it up. And by "we" I mean, Mommy and Daddy!
Mostly Mommy. ;)
I'm not sure why Lois is just sitting there blankly staring but, ok actually I do know why she is sitting there, staring at nothing and I could say that I can relate to that but...I digress. I don't typically sit and stare at the wall but I get how Lois feels in this video.
My conversations with Matteo sometimes go like this;
Matteo: Ma!
Me: Yes?
Matteo: Ma!
Me: Yessss?
Matteo: Maaa?!
Me: Matteo?
Matteo: MAAAAA?!
Me: Matteo? What is it?
Matteo: Poo?
Me: Do you have poo, Matteo?
Matteo: Eeee Pooooo!
Me: Matteo, do you have poo?
Matteo: Na Na (with a wave of the hand signifying a bad smell- "na na" means "stinky", derived from "poofa na na!"-Thank you, Daddy)
Yes, we talk about poo a lot. That and burping. Boogers. You know, bodily functions. And if we aren't talking about it, we are cleaning it up. And by "we" I mean, Mommy and Daddy!
Mostly Mommy. ;)
Thursday, August 25, 2011
Burping's Funny
Apparently, it's a fact. Boys think burping is hiiiiiilarious. It must be innate… As a girl, I don't get it. As a mom of boys, I see it. I believe it.
I was holding Matteo on my right knee and Massimo on my left knee. They were quietly looking at each other, curious and smiling. Just as I was thinking how sweet it was, Matteo burps in (six month old) Massimo's face. I think "Ew, not so sweet."
Massimo's reaction?
Laughter! Bursting out, smiling from his eyes and laughing with his whole little body laughter!
Boys! At least they enjoyed it.
I was holding Matteo on my right knee and Massimo on my left knee. They were quietly looking at each other, curious and smiling. Just as I was thinking how sweet it was, Matteo burps in (six month old) Massimo's face. I think "Ew, not so sweet."
Massimo's reaction?
Laughter! Bursting out, smiling from his eyes and laughing with his whole little body laughter!
Boys! At least they enjoyed it.
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Blogging Buddies Thursday Blog Hop
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Sometimes
Sometimes a Mom's gotta do, what a Mom's gotta do.
Sometimes that means strapping them into their high chairs to regain sanity. Composure even.
Massimo thinks I'm kinda funny.
And Marco is a little bit worried about the dino that is in his lap.
And Matteo knocked the phone out of my hand when I tried taking his picture. Sigh. ;)
Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Six Month Milestones-Twins
First off, we need to get some stats down.
Massimo
25.5 inches long
15lb 14oz
(10th-25th percentile)
Marco is bigger
26.75 inches
19lb 3oz
(75th-90th percentile)
The twins had their 6 month check up last Thursday and everything was smooth and easy. Massimo has had a heart murmur (sp?) since birth but now it finally seems to be gone. I'm thrilled about that! Marco's head shape is looking great too! We had another appointment with the physical therapist who has been treating him for that yesterday and she said (as I suspected) we don't have to go back and that he is doing great!
They are doing well with baby food and pretty much like all food so far. Massimo is a very easy baby to feed hardly making a mess at all. Barely a drop on the bib. Marco, on the other hand gets his food everywhere. On himself, on me, the floor, the highchair. Everywhere. :)
Marco has started with his "talking" but it's hard to talk over everyone else (especially big brother, Matteo!).
They are both really trying to crawl. I've said it before and I'll say it again. It scares me. Ok, maybe not scares, but worries. No, ok, it scares me. I remember when Matteo started crawling and it changed my life! He was into everything! ;)
We won two of the cutest little onesies recently from JustMultiples.com! One has a facebook logo and the other a twitter logo. We love Just Multiples.com It's where we got our infamous bottle props!
They're best buddies!
(omg, they're adorable!)
Check out what Matteo's six month milestones were (way back when) here! ;)
Massimo
25.5 inches long
15lb 14oz
(10th-25th percentile)
Marco is bigger
26.75 inches
19lb 3oz
(75th-90th percentile)
The twins had their 6 month check up last Thursday and everything was smooth and easy. Massimo has had a heart murmur (sp?) since birth but now it finally seems to be gone. I'm thrilled about that! Marco's head shape is looking great too! We had another appointment with the physical therapist who has been treating him for that yesterday and she said (as I suspected) we don't have to go back and that he is doing great!
They are doing well with baby food and pretty much like all food so far. Massimo is a very easy baby to feed hardly making a mess at all. Barely a drop on the bib. Marco, on the other hand gets his food everywhere. On himself, on me, the floor, the highchair. Everywhere. :)
Marco has started with his "talking" but it's hard to talk over everyone else (especially big brother, Matteo!).
They are both really trying to crawl. I've said it before and I'll say it again. It scares me. Ok, maybe not scares, but worries. No, ok, it scares me. I remember when Matteo started crawling and it changed my life! He was into everything! ;)
We won two of the cutest little onesies recently from JustMultiples.com! One has a facebook logo and the other a twitter logo. We love Just Multiples.com It's where we got our infamous bottle props!
They're best buddies!
(omg, they're adorable!)
Check out what Matteo's six month milestones were (way back when) here! ;)
Monday, August 22, 2011
SUV vs. Minivan
Dare I ask? Dare I start this conversation? Yes, yes I dare.
We are hoping to buy a more family friendly vehicle sometime in the near future and of course I need the input of my blog-family. The Nissan Murano we have is ok for now, but we certainly could use more people space and cargo space. And as the kid's grow...we definitely need more space!
I must admit I am loving all of these. I am very interested in the sliding door aspect of the minivan. I can't control who parks next to me after I have parked and people ALWAYS park too close to the side of my car! It's very frustrating and so difficult to load 1, 2, 3 kids into the car with no room at the door!
I definitely need a third row. There is just not room to have them all on the same row right now, and as they grow...it's just a bad idea. We need that third row. I want the second row to have captains chairs (which is available in all of these choices, I believe) so that the third row can be (relatively) easily accessed.
Also, if you have seen how much milk a kid who is wielding a bottle or sippy cup can get on your seats...well, you know, we need leather. Something wipe-able!
I read something on this today saying something about Minivan mom's having "given in" to all things motherly but SUV mom's were desperately clinging to something they're not anymore. Personally I was offended by both sides of the argument which was written by a mother. Obviously, she's an idiot. What? Are we suppose to simply don mom-jeans and say screw it? I say not.
You must chime in with your advice and thoughts!
Minivan or SUV?
We are hoping to buy a more family friendly vehicle sometime in the near future and of course I need the input of my blog-family. The Nissan Murano we have is ok for now, but we certainly could use more people space and cargo space. And as the kid's grow...we definitely need more space!
The Minivan:
Toyota Sienna
Well, hi there.
Honda Odyssey
Hellooo.
The SUV:
Chevrolet Traverse
How do you do?
Buick Enclave
Why hello, you.
I must admit I am loving all of these. I am very interested in the sliding door aspect of the minivan. I can't control who parks next to me after I have parked and people ALWAYS park too close to the side of my car! It's very frustrating and so difficult to load 1, 2, 3 kids into the car with no room at the door!
I definitely need a third row. There is just not room to have them all on the same row right now, and as they grow...it's just a bad idea. We need that third row. I want the second row to have captains chairs (which is available in all of these choices, I believe) so that the third row can be (relatively) easily accessed.
Also, if you have seen how much milk a kid who is wielding a bottle or sippy cup can get on your seats...well, you know, we need leather. Something wipe-able!
I read something on this today saying something about Minivan mom's having "given in" to all things motherly but SUV mom's were desperately clinging to something they're not anymore. Personally I was offended by both sides of the argument which was written by a mother. Obviously, she's an idiot. What? Are we suppose to simply don mom-jeans and say screw it? I say not.
You must chime in with your advice and thoughts!
Minivan or SUV?
Friday, August 19, 2011
Is This Not Adorable?
Meet "Dino"
Dino was going night-night
This is the closet thing I will have to my kids playing with dolls-
a toy dinosaur going night-night in a burp cloth.
It doesn't get better than that.
Thursday, August 18, 2011
Laura's Guide to Baby Items
I'm going to share with you eleven things that make my life easier and help with my level of sanity!
Here we go!
1. Bottle Bowl. We have a big plastic bowl that was super cheap yet really durable and very easily washable. It serves as one central place for dirty bottles to be thrown in. If you have ever smelled an old forgotten rank bottle of formula…you know how bad it smells. Gag. It helps keep track of the dirty ones. We also have racks in the kitchen and a basket that can be easily transported for the clean ones.
2. Baby gates/Play yard. I'm all about restricting access. Makes things easier. There are a gazzillion to choose from!
3. Bottle Props. Check them out here and here at JustMultiples.com This website is amazing and I have found many things! Who says you have to have twins to shop there? Just buy in singles instead of doubles! (Ps they wash/dry in the machine perfectly!)
4. Gerber or Evenflow bottles. The plain ol' plain ol' ones. They have worked great for all three of mine and are under a dollar per bottle. I have found them as low as $1.70 for a three pack at HEB!
5. Arm & Hammer Scented disposable bags. (And dispenser that clips on your diaper bag!) Did your baby just poop a biggun and there is no where to dispose of it? You'll be glad you have these to disguise the smell until you can truly dispose. It's not like you can just throw the diaper out the window. Also, places like the pediatrician's office don't usually allow you to throw dirty diapers in their trash. You just learned something new. (Unless you're a mom already)
6. My Dishwasher. Serves as an automatic bulk washer of dishes. Saves me a heck of a lot of time and energy. I've convinced myself it sterilizes too, if it's on the heat setting. If I'm wrong and it does not, they are six months old and they'll be fine. I officially started washing bottles, sippy cups and everything I can in my dishwasher. If it's not dishwasher safe. Oh well, I probably ruined it already. Sorry.
7. This high chair. We actually have three of them. ;) They recline for the little guys but are still comfortable as they grow and it converts to a booster. Very easy to clean. Best part is, they fit in a kitchen chair so they don't take up all kinds of unnecessary space. Yes!
8. Video baby monitor. How do people live without these? In the situation where the baby cries you can check and make sure his leg is not stuck in a slat or something like that. And for example, Matteo will cry but not really be ready to get up. Maybe it's just my three but we have really enjoyed our video monitors. Lot's of peace of mind too, especially for the first time parent.
9. Disposable diapers. I'm not gonna lie. The thought of cloth diapers sounds awful. Beyond awful. Like. Awful. Yah. I've got three in diapers right now. So, no. Not gonna entertain that idea. No. Disposable all the way for the SQ's! And don't forget your night diapers! Save yourself a night time wake up when a more absorbent night diaper could have fought a leak or over saturation!
10. A diaper champ. Not a diaper genie in my opinion. With the diaper champ, you can use any old kitchen bag (I use scented or odor blocker 13 gallon kitchen bags that we also use in the kitchen trash can). With the genie you have to buy their specific refill bag. Boo. Lame. One less thing to add to my shopping list. One less expense.
11. Desitin diaper rash cream- original! Must be extra-strength or orginal. Check the label on the back of the box. The percentage of zinc oxide is key. Desitin Original has 40%. Compare to 14% or 16% in Boudreaux's butt paste and some of the other cleverly named ones. It's the zinc that works to clear the booty's up!
What is your favorite baby item?
Here we go!
1. Bottle Bowl. We have a big plastic bowl that was super cheap yet really durable and very easily washable. It serves as one central place for dirty bottles to be thrown in. If you have ever smelled an old forgotten rank bottle of formula…you know how bad it smells. Gag. It helps keep track of the dirty ones. We also have racks in the kitchen and a basket that can be easily transported for the clean ones.
2. Baby gates/Play yard. I'm all about restricting access. Makes things easier. There are a gazzillion to choose from!
3. Bottle Props. Check them out here and here at JustMultiples.com This website is amazing and I have found many things! Who says you have to have twins to shop there? Just buy in singles instead of doubles! (Ps they wash/dry in the machine perfectly!)
(the boys at one month-they still use them now at six months!)
4. Gerber or Evenflow bottles. The plain ol' plain ol' ones. They have worked great for all three of mine and are under a dollar per bottle. I have found them as low as $1.70 for a three pack at HEB!
5. Arm & Hammer Scented disposable bags. (And dispenser that clips on your diaper bag!) Did your baby just poop a biggun and there is no where to dispose of it? You'll be glad you have these to disguise the smell until you can truly dispose. It's not like you can just throw the diaper out the window. Also, places like the pediatrician's office don't usually allow you to throw dirty diapers in their trash. You just learned something new. (Unless you're a mom already)
6. My Dishwasher. Serves as an automatic bulk washer of dishes. Saves me a heck of a lot of time and energy. I've convinced myself it sterilizes too, if it's on the heat setting. If I'm wrong and it does not, they are six months old and they'll be fine. I officially started washing bottles, sippy cups and everything I can in my dishwasher. If it's not dishwasher safe. Oh well, I probably ruined it already. Sorry.
7. This high chair. We actually have three of them. ;) They recline for the little guys but are still comfortable as they grow and it converts to a booster. Very easy to clean. Best part is, they fit in a kitchen chair so they don't take up all kinds of unnecessary space. Yes!
8. Video baby monitor. How do people live without these? In the situation where the baby cries you can check and make sure his leg is not stuck in a slat or something like that. And for example, Matteo will cry but not really be ready to get up. Maybe it's just my three but we have really enjoyed our video monitors. Lot's of peace of mind too, especially for the first time parent.
10. A diaper champ. Not a diaper genie in my opinion. With the diaper champ, you can use any old kitchen bag (I use scented or odor blocker 13 gallon kitchen bags that we also use in the kitchen trash can). With the genie you have to buy their specific refill bag. Boo. Lame. One less thing to add to my shopping list. One less expense.
What is your favorite baby item?
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