I am sure slacking on my blog. Things have been pretty crazy with Adam working all day during the week and then taking care of our monster. We ended up getting on WIC though!! Since breastfeeding isn't going the way I want, it's good to have all that formula on hand. I mind you, I am STILL toughing out nursing though! I haven't quite given up yet. My goal was a month and it has been 5 weeks so far!! By the way, I still can't believe Liam is 5 weeks old today, how insane. Time seriously needs to slow down!! Although at our WIC appt, we found out that Liam is now 10lbs, 7oz! He is sure growing!
On another note: I finally made birth announcements today for the family and friends who want them. I had a thing on shutterfly for $20 off so that was nice! I found a free shipping code too so instead of paying $36, we paid $12, which isn't bad at all.
July 31, 2011
July 27, 2011
Four Weeks Postpartum
I'm slowly getting back to my old self! Excuse the no make up and wet hair...I didn't even notice I got a little smaller these past two weeks. I also can't believe it's been a whole month since we brought our baby boy home. I'm loving every minute of it!
July 25, 2011
Don't Tell Me How To Raise My Son!
I know I am a new mother and all, but I hate that people are telling me what is right or wrong about what my husband and I are doing with our son. Let me explain. Yesterday, my husband and I went downtown to get outside some. We walked a little bit, but I think Liam was just too hot because all he wanted to do was eat. So we decided to sit in the shade for a few, before heading back to the car. Well, we took a few pictures then, including this one:
[[picture is now deleted thanks to stupid people]]
I posted it on facebook, along with some other photos. One of my 'friends' on there posted a comment saying how I shouldn't post this picture and how it was inappropriate that my husband was holding our four week old by his ankles. Ok, first off - from day one, our son has been super strong and holding his head up like a champ. Secondly, it's not like we are flinging him around and being abusive. Lastly, he literally held Liam up for two seconds, just to get the picture. Whether or not you think this is right or wrong, don't tell me! I got mad and took it off and then she messaged me saying "glad to see that you took the picture of your husband holding your four week old by the ankles down. Even at four months I wouldn't do that. Picture pose or not still not appropriate for a four week old. Keep it in the family." WHAT THE HELL! Keep it in the family? I can post what I want!
I know that people have their own opinions but is that really THAT bad? I know he is only a month old, but come on! He wasn't even crying during it. It's not like we dropped him or anything. Am I overreacting or is she right? Give me the truth- what do you think?
Now on to 'happier' photos according to what she thinks.
July 22, 2011
Friday Fill In
1. Do you eat raw cookie dough?
YES I loveee chocolate chip cookie dough, yum! I haven't had any lately though. Maybe that is a hint to go make some!!
YES I loveee chocolate chip cookie dough, yum! I haven't had any lately though. Maybe that is a hint to go make some!!
2. When you get online for the first time of the day… what site do you immediately head to?
I usually go to facebook first, followed by a forum site I am on, gmail, blogger then twitter. Usually about that order everyday! Yeah, I have no life ha.
I usually go to facebook first, followed by a forum site I am on, gmail, blogger then twitter. Usually about that order everyday! Yeah, I have no life ha.
3. What was your favorite pet as a child and why?
My orange tabby - Mitten. I got him when I was about 5 or 6 and he was this tiny little fur ball! He was just my first cat and he was always there with me; slept with me and wouldn't leave my side. He was like a little furry friend!
My orange tabby - Mitten. I got him when I was about 5 or 6 and he was this tiny little fur ball! He was just my first cat and he was always there with me; slept with me and wouldn't leave my side. He was like a little furry friend!
July 21, 2011
July 20, 2011
Wee-Bit
July 19, 2011
Hectic Times
Sorry followers for I have been MIA a bit. My husband finally went back to work as normal so I have been trying to get used to having Liam 24/7 pretty much. Especially since he works 12 hour days (good old Army for ya). It hasn't been too bad at all, although today Liam has been especially fussy! No matter what I do, he cries. He hasn't gotten on my nerves though, luckily. I just wish I could calm him down. :( Aside from that, I haven't been doing much. Although yesterday I finally got together with two of my friends who each have two little ones. I was happy to get out of the house a bit and let them see Liam, since I haven't seen them since I was still pregnant. It was nice to have some 'girl' time as well since I have been around just Liam and Adam lately. I can't wait until Liam is a little older so we can have play dates. Right now it's more of just getting the mommies together haha.
Thought I would share some random shots of Liam from yesterday! Can't believe he's THREE weeks old!
Thought I would share some random shots of Liam from yesterday! Can't believe he's THREE weeks old!
ahahaha his curly hair! |
Holding his head up like a champ! |
Looks so much like Adam here |
July 13, 2011
Wee Bit Wednesday Is Back!
July 10, 2011
Two Weeks Postpartum
Time sure does fly by!!
I can't believe my son is two weeks already; TWO WEEKS!! How on Earth did he get so big already?! I wish time would slow down just a little. I can't believe how much I love this little guy. He has another appointment tuesday so we will see how big he is. Keep in mind, he was 9lbs, 2.2oz when he was born. Then he dropped down to 8lbs, 2oz at his first check up (but gained 4oz the next day once we supplemented formula). He has to be his birth weight at least, but probably closer to 10lbs already. None the less, I love all his chunky-ness.As for me, I am slowly getting back to normal. I had my check up Friday and found out that I am already down 26lbs about. That makes me SO happy, you don't even know. My stomach is a lot smaller too. I mean, it's all lumpy and feels weird but I am sure you mama's know what I mean. Hopefully it will go down more, but we will see. I've always had trouble losing weight. All I need is to lose about 20-25lbs more and I will be back at my pre-pregnancy weight! I'm hoping to lose even more than that though. We will see!!
July 9, 2011
In The Swing Of Things...
I know that recently having Liam has changed things a lot. However, I still want to get back into how things used to be. I love this little guy to death, but sometimes I like when he sleeps a lot lol. This morning, my husband got caught up on sleep and I took care of the little one (since I got enough sleep for once). After a while, I went into the living room. Guess what I did! I caught up on a couple shows and even cleaned the kitchen. I did the dishes and cleaned up the counter tops. It was nice to get back to my old self a little. I'm trying not to over-do it though since I still need to recover from my C-section. I went to my dr yesterday though and things look good (I shall update tomorrow since it will be two weeks postpartum).
Anyway, Liam is still sleeping. I woke up Adam about an hour ago and he took a shower and got ready. I actually cuddled with him for a few minutes. I forgot how much I missed that. We definitely need to do that more and just spend time together. We realized that we don't see each other as much anymore. By 'see,' I don't mean in the same room or whatever. What I mean is cuddling, hanging out, talking, one on one time. We love Liam though and I know that after a while he will sleep more and more without waking up as much. I know that he will be on a better 'schedule' soon and then we can get our 'us' time back.
Let me tell you though - this little guy is worth the sleepless nights, the many diaper changes and feedings; all of the no time to ourselves and the random schedule shifts. He is worth it all!
Anyway, Liam is still sleeping. I woke up Adam about an hour ago and he took a shower and got ready. I actually cuddled with him for a few minutes. I forgot how much I missed that. We definitely need to do that more and just spend time together. We realized that we don't see each other as much anymore. By 'see,' I don't mean in the same room or whatever. What I mean is cuddling, hanging out, talking, one on one time. We love Liam though and I know that after a while he will sleep more and more without waking up as much. I know that he will be on a better 'schedule' soon and then we can get our 'us' time back.
Let me tell you though - this little guy is worth the sleepless nights, the many diaper changes and feedings; all of the no time to ourselves and the random schedule shifts. He is worth it all!
July 7, 2011
Check Her Out!!
Since I have nothing to really write about today, I invite you all to check out my friend Amelie over at Football, Glitter and Cheese. She is a really good friend of mine and doesn't have any followers. Similar to her blog title, she is completely random and HILARIOUS. She seriously cracks me up. She writes about everything from football, to cheese, to online dating, to her perfumes (since she works in a perfume shop). None the less, check her out and spread the word around! She deserves you awesome readers and you will NOT be disappointed...so click below and get to reading!!
July 4, 2011
Happy Fourth!
First off, I can't believe it's even July already. Seriously, where did the year go? We had no plans for today. It consisted of hanging out with our little one. We did manage to run to the store though! It was our first real outing as a family ha. Liam did SO good too; he was asleep the whole entire time. I can't get over how cute he is. Being a mama is truly the best thing that has ever happened to me. I just love seeing my husband around him too, it lights up my world. Even though we have no plans today, all I need is these two guys. What else is better than lounging around at home with them and watching movies? Seems like a pretty good 4th of July to me.
I hope everyone else is having a good day!
our outing! |
I hope everyone else is having a good day!
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