Posts by Morgraine

ds was sitting on the BBLP unassisted by 4 months. He can climb off it without tipping it too. I like the little potty so much I have 2 and a knock off as well.

yeah that is weird . . . I sure her intentions are good but you are right . . she doesn't get that you will be bonding with your baby. You will be watching for all the cues, to eat, to sleep, to eliminate and so on and so forth. There is...

what can I say . . . we've tossed around getting rid of the T.V. Maybe when kids are older . . . With little ones and no family I sometimes just need a break! I spend every waking and sleeping moment with my kids and so when I need to...

definately need a sling!!!! check out mamatoto baby wearing website. Dr. Jack Newmans web site too. Alternates to bottles. Can you choose your hours at all? Go when baby is in her best mood. Can some one bring her to you to nurse? Can...

I did a hbac. It was a great experience. I am sure you will learn lots here that will help you reach your goals.

Wow, when I posted the original thread I thought one or two would "get me" . . . I do believe our children come to us, they are meant for us, just as we were meant for our parents. We are on a journey together and the journey...

yeah I guess it does sound hocky but it also strikes a cord within. I would be interested in hearing more about your ideas and experiences. I often wonder how the anger can come from nowhere and it is always worse when I am alone with...

[QUOTE= My father, who was a GREAT dad, sometimes became irrational and punitive when we were in public, because he is very uncomfortable in social situations. I try to keep an eye on myself for that as...

I have be in similiar situations with my boys. They get so tired they really need sleep. Often I would "wear" them down in my sling, ie go for a walk outside or do the stairs in my house. I think that if you child cries and you...

I don't think the idea is to be selfish. Setting boundaries to proctect yourself and your family is not selfishness it is rolemodelling to your children how to live a balanced life. I don't believe that we should be selfish . . . I think...