Baby it's cold outside
We've returned to the Windy City and I think Emmie is wondering why the hell she's in a snowsuit again and why that cold breeze is slapping her in the face. Granted, it could be much worse. It was in the mid-40s today and quite pleasant. But still. There were coats worn for the first time in five days.
I wouldn't know what Jack wore today, however, since I was only mothering the wee one. Emmie had her two-month doctor appointment so instead of having Grandma come here, Jack went to Peoria for the night.
After we slept until 10:30 a.m. -- hey, I follow her schedule and she likes to sleep in -- we lolled around and then got ready and went out to run some errands and see the doctor. The visit was lovely, thanks for asking. Emmie was not such a fan, however, since she got four needles in her little baby thighs and some nasty-tasting liquid to protect her from various diseases. She measured at a whopping 24.25 inches (95th percentile) and 9lbs 14oz (25th percentile). My skinny giant!
After grabbing some lunch, I cleaned the house, did 148 loads of laundry and then even cleaned the carpets. Since I had a portable infant and not a toddler who must sleep in his crib, I was able to pop over to a friend's house for sushi.
I told my mom that you have to have two children before you can appreciate how easy an infant really is. You put them down, and they stay there. They sleep like 16 hours a day. There's no throwing of themselves on the floor and crying. You can stick them in their carseat and they go to sleep and you can take them places. It's awesome!
Since Jack won't be home until tomorrow night, there will be more spring cleaning at our house and some one-on-one play time for Mommy and Emmie. I feel like I almost never actually play with her since Jack needs so much attention. Most of the time Emmie gets stuck in the swing while I play Legos or color with Jack. So it will be a nice change if pace.
Now if only I can remember how to play without props like Legos or a basketball hoop. Or perhaps we should get the hoop out for her, since she's likely going to end up playing basketball.
I wouldn't know what Jack wore today, however, since I was only mothering the wee one. Emmie had her two-month doctor appointment so instead of having Grandma come here, Jack went to Peoria for the night.
After we slept until 10:30 a.m. -- hey, I follow her schedule and she likes to sleep in -- we lolled around and then got ready and went out to run some errands and see the doctor. The visit was lovely, thanks for asking. Emmie was not such a fan, however, since she got four needles in her little baby thighs and some nasty-tasting liquid to protect her from various diseases. She measured at a whopping 24.25 inches (95th percentile) and 9lbs 14oz (25th percentile). My skinny giant!
After grabbing some lunch, I cleaned the house, did 148 loads of laundry and then even cleaned the carpets. Since I had a portable infant and not a toddler who must sleep in his crib, I was able to pop over to a friend's house for sushi.
I told my mom that you have to have two children before you can appreciate how easy an infant really is. You put them down, and they stay there. They sleep like 16 hours a day. There's no throwing of themselves on the floor and crying. You can stick them in their carseat and they go to sleep and you can take them places. It's awesome!
Since Jack won't be home until tomorrow night, there will be more spring cleaning at our house and some one-on-one play time for Mommy and Emmie. I feel like I almost never actually play with her since Jack needs so much attention. Most of the time Emmie gets stuck in the swing while I play Legos or color with Jack. So it will be a nice change if pace.
Now if only I can remember how to play without props like Legos or a basketball hoop. Or perhaps we should get the hoop out for her, since she's likely going to end up playing basketball.
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posted by Amy at
12:21 AM
2 Comments:
"...you have to have two children before you can appreciate how easy an infant really is."
I can totally relate! I was just telling TC that I can't believe I was actually overwhelmed when we had X-man. Even though it is a big job to take care of a baby, with the second one, it's like they're a snap compared to the toddler!
Welcome back!
Yah, AND you're so much more relaxed about the second one. What I love now is when I just take one of my kids somewhere. It is so easy compared to lugging the two around that it's a treat! Enjoy your mommy/daughter time :)
BTW, sorry to hear about Emmie's upcoming surgery. I know she'll sail through the procedure, I can only hope it's as easy on Mommy.
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