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[Beckily]

Originally Posted by SoonToBe 

Thanks Becky.  I just realized that how I stated my stuff may have come off bad.  I hope I didn't imply that if your (or anyone's) baby cries, it's because they didn't tend to them immediately.  Elliott is just a really mellow guy and he will just usually let out a little bark (lol) and I'm on it.  The only time I've heard him cry is when he had a burp that's stuck or in the car when I did one too many errands and we're almost home and he's starving.  Even then I usually pull over and feed him because it makes me so sad to hear him cry.  I think it's because he rarely cries that when he does, it's more dramatic for me. :)

Oh, naw. I know you well enough to never think you'd say something mean ;) I just read that and grinned - your boobs might be rampaging, but at least your baby is merciful! :D Mine is having so many fits lately!

[karalynnskies]

I'm proud that I have also had DS in cloth since we have been home from the hospital. I don't know anyone who cloth diapers and everyone said I wouldn't be able to do it. That it would be too much work. I was really nervous before I had him that I would hate it. But I actually love it and so does DH.

I am also proud that I have really used my sling a lot. Anytime we go out DS goes in it. We bought a convertible car seat so I really didn't have a choice. This was another thing that everyone was nay saying. Really in general I am proud that I am doing the things that are right for us and not listening to other peoples opinion. I may do everything completely different or weird from everyone I know but its right for us!

I am also really proud of exclusively breastfeeding. Those first couple weeks were ROUGH! I thought several times how much easier it would be to just give him formula. I get frustrated quite easily and patience has never been my strong suit. But I have definitely learned to have more since Jude has come along. He is most important and truly makes me a better person. And he is what I am most proud of

[Beckily]

Can't do individual, brain is mush but! I read everything! And I wanted to say I'm proud of you guys, too! We've been through some STUFF in this group and it's so wonderful to see things going well for the most part. We get through it and do what needs done. It's awesome to watch :)

[noorjahan]

Honestly, I am proud of tons of things. The fact that since 14 weeks of pregnancy I've been taking care of myself without husband being around  and till now taking care of myself and the baby is a big thing without his help. Taking care of a newborn 24/7 NON STOP-I'm very proud of this. There were days when I cried, but I did it. I didn't get the luxury to throw the baby at husband right after feeding so I could rest, there were days in the begining I simply didn't get a chance to go to bathroom even, didn't get to eat in more than 12 hours though I'm breasfeeding...I survived all these and am so proud of myself that baby is doing fine. She gained 3lbs in 3 weeks while I was a mess from taking care of her.

I'm also very proud of the fact that despite being on formula first couple of weeks due to her stay in NICU for few hours and terrible latch issues later, I've turned her into a EBF baby within couple of weeks. It was HARD work, I cried my eyes out when I was having problem and was resigned to the idea that she might be getting breast milk only via pump. I had given myself about 3 months of time that it might take for her to resolve latch issue. But my efforts paid off. My doula was surprised to hear how without any LC's help I've done it. Apparently in lactation world what I've done is called "heroic efforts", and heck ya so proud of myself!

I'm also cding, at least 60%, which is another major accomplishment since I hand wash those (laudry room is in another building -plus don't want to wash wet diapers in a laudry that are used by other ppl gross). And it's not easy while I barely have energy and the time. But am doing it.

Sounds like toting my own horn but damn I'm one proud mother :))

[Beckily]

Originally Posted by noorjahan 

Honestly, I am proud of tons of things. The fact that since 14 weeks of pregnancy I've been taking care of myself without husband being around  and till now taking care of myself and the baby is a big thing without his help. Taking care of a newborn 24/7 NON STOP-I'm very proud of this. There were days when I cried, but I did it. I didn't get the luxury to throw the baby at husband right after feeding so I could rest, there were days in the begining I simply didn't get a chance to go to bathroom even, didn't get to eat in more than 12 hours though I'm breasfeeding...I survived all these and am so proud of myself that baby is doing fine. She gained 3lbs in 3 weeks while I was a mess from taking care of her.

I'm also very proud of the fact that despite being on formula first couple of weeks due to her stay in NICU for few hours and terrible latch issues later, I've turned her into a EBF baby within couple of weeks. It was HARD work, I cried my eyes out when I was having problem and was resigned to the idea that she might be getting breast milk only via pump. I had given myself about 3 months of time that it might take for her to resolve latch issue. But my efforts paid off. My doula was surprised to hear how without any LC's help I've done it. Apparently in lactation world what I've done is called "heroic efforts", and heck ya so proud of myself!

I'm also cding, at least 60%, which is another major accomplishment since I hand wash those (laudry room is in another building -plus don't want to wash wet diapers in a laudry that are used by other ppl gross). And it's not easy while I barely have energy and the time. But am doing it.

Sounds like toting my own horn but damn I'm one proud mother :))

As you should be!

If I were you, I'd make list of the things that I was proud of and hang them up to help get me through the bad bits. Good job, mama :)
 

[Baby_Cakes]

Originally Posted by cat13 

I went grocery shopping with DS yesterday, and it was my first outing with just the two of us! I've been dreading going out with him because he screams so hard in the car that he turns bright red (that kid can hold his breath for a LONG time) and my heart shatters. But there were no tears until we we pulled up in the driveway on the way home. I put him in the sling, put away the cold stuff, and left the rest in the car while we nursed.  Maybe I'll get brave again and go to Target today....

Mine screams hard in the car too!!  Oh isn't it heartbreaking?  

Originally Posted by noorjahan 

Sounds like toting my own horn but damn I'm one proud mother :))

You should be proud -- and none of that sounds boastful in a bad way.  Heck this whole thread is about giving ourselves pats on the back for what we have achieved!  I say shout from the rooftops, mama!

I'm so proud of everyone in this DDC.  Look at us all making it work!  All of us have had to face fears, deal with loss/grief, and dig deep to get where we are -- many of us are still digging deep (especially hugs to Bree on her, what is this, 99th round of mastitis?) to be the mamas we want to be.  We are all doing fabulous.  

Today I'm proud that I basically swatted the pediatricians hand away from DS's penis.  He said he was looking to see if hair was wrapped around it, but I don't know why there would be hair wrapped around inside his foreskin.  What is up with nosey pediatricians wanting to stare and gawk and POKE at an intact penis?? 

I'm proud that I swallowed my pride and took Finn to the pediatrician after the bad experience I had there after his first visit.  I was afraid they'd be nasty to me b/c I never brought him back and never did his bili check. 

I'm proud that I'm going to go ahead with the zantac and trust my mama gut on this one, even though most ppl think it's overprescribed and unnecessary.  I'm proud that I'm doing what I think is the right thing for my little boy. 

[cat13]

Originally Posted by Baby_Cakes 

I'm proud that I'm going to go ahead with the zantac and trust my mama gut on this one, even though most ppl think it's overprescribed and unnecessary.  I'm proud that I'm doing what I think is the right thing for my little boy. 

I hope it helps him feel better soon!

[cakemama579]

I'm proud that I'm CDing exclusively ever since I made the commitment to do so (5 weeks ago)...and I only have 12 diapers!  which means at least 1 load of them per day on top of the other 3 loads of normal laundry I do per day.

I'm proud that I have survived the last 2 weeks of nonstop houseguests and entertaining.

I'm proud that I have finally overcome my BFing modesty and can BF DD uncovered in front of my MIL--accidental nipple exposure be damned.

I'm proud that I taught my MIL about babywearing and had her cruising DD around the neighborhood in my ergo carrier.  And I'm proud of her for her willingness to learn.

[Agatha_Ann]

I love all of you! You are amazing!

I am proud that I am surviving on my own with 5 kids! I am beyond exhausted, but I am happy to say we are all bathed, dressed, and fed everyday! DH stayed home for a week after the baby was born, but other than that we have only had him 5 days.

I am proud that my house is clean and laundry done.

I am proud to be getting in a workout 6 days a week.

...but...I really would kill for a nap

[cakemama579]

Originally Posted by Agatha_Ann 

I love all of you! You are amazing!

I am proud that I am surviving on my own with 5 kids! I am beyond exhausted, but I am happy to say we are all bathed, dressed, and fed everyday! DH stayed home for a week after the baby was born, but other than that we have only had him 5 days.

I am proud that my house is clean and laundry done.

I am proud to be getting in a workout 6 days a week.

...but...I really would kill for a nap

My dear, you are my personal hero.

[Agatha_Ann]

Originally Posted by cakemama579 

My dear, you are my personal hero.

lol! Well three of my kids are in school 4 days a week. The baby is colicky so I have to stay on my feet and moving, so I have been getting a ton done just because I am up anyway. We also hired another ranch hand since DH has been gone so much, and so I have lots of help outside. We are also still eating the freezer meals I made when I was pregnant, so I'm freed up from that meal. With this many people, if I don't keep up, it gets out of control faster than you can blink!

[PoetryLover]

Originally Posted by Agatha_Ann 

I love all of you! You are amazing!

I am proud that I am surviving on my own with 5 kids! I am beyond exhausted, but I am happy to say we are all bathed, dressed, and fed everyday! DH stayed home for a week after the baby was born, but other than that we have only had him 5 days.

I am proud that my house is clean and laundry done.

I am proud to be getting in a workout 6 days a week.

...but...I really would kill for a nap

Wow. That's all I can say. You rock. I am so much more than impressed. If you find the time to share sometime, I would love to hear how you accomplish all of this. I had one AM appointment today--and it's the only thing that got accomplished all day (along with a nap). Time management isn't my strong point, I guess. 

I'll be back later to list something I'm proud of. I just have to think of it first.

[PoetryLover]

I just thought of it!

I'm proud of myself for pushing out my 11 lb 3oz posterior DS.

And I'm proud of myself for listening to my gut and giving birth in the hospital, even though what I really wanted was another home birth. 

And I'm proud of myself for advocating for a natural birth.

[Agatha_Ann]

Seriously, 0-1 and 1-2 is the hardest. THAT is impressive. At least for me, the following kids just sort of fall into the routine of the house and the transition is smoother. I have older kids who put away dishes, dress and bathe themselves (and sometimes a sibling too!), and I can hand a baby to one of them to buy myself a minute or two ya know? Being a mother to a toddler and a baby is much harder I believe.

Also, and I feel awful saying this, but you gals know we are LDS and as much as I love all my friends in the church...there is serious unspoken competition between the women. I think that puts a lot of pressure on all of us to make sure everything is perfect all the time.

[nald1]

Originally Posted by CrazyCatLady 

Not yet...but supposedly by around Halloween.  That's hope nobody is lying again and it actually happens this time.
 

hooray- that's so great :)

Im proud I havent lost my sanity yet and am managing to get some rest here and there.

Im proud I have been able to ask for help this time - and know what I need.

im proud for delivering such a healthy baby - and surviving a long hard pregnancy

Im proud i was open- minded this time and realized I needed to be somewhere with "options" for labor- and im proud I worked damn hard with my doula and husband to turn my posterior baby for 24 hours before we all decided an epidural was necessary to progress- and im proud im ok with that decision (though still worry about other's judgements- :( )
 

[Baby_Cakes]

Originally Posted by Agatha_Ann 

Seriously, 0-1 and 1-2 is the hardest. THAT is impressive. At least for me, the following kids just sort of fall into the routine of the house and the transition is smoother. I have older kids who put away dishes, dress and bathe themselves (and sometimes a sibling too!), and I can hand a baby to one of them to buy myself a minute or two ya know? Being a mother to a toddler and a baby is much harder I believe..

Thank you for this.  I never really thought about it that way.  It's so tough having just the toddler and the baby -- no one to delegate to!!  Im from a family of 7 kids and often wonder how the HECK my mom did it, and she worked.  But thinking about it now, I realize my older sisters were always there for me, and i was there for my little brothers.

[SoonToBe]

Originally Posted by Baby_Cakes 

Mine screams hard in the car too!!  Oh isn't it heartbreaking?  

You should be proud -- and none of that sounds boastful in a bad way.  Heck this whole thread is about giving ourselves pats on the back for what we have achieved!  I say shout from the rooftops, mama!

I'm so proud of everyone in this DDC.  Look at us all making it work!  All of us have had to face fears, deal with loss/grief, and dig deep to get where we are -- many of us are still digging deep (especially hugs to Bree on her, what is this, 99th round of mastitis?) to be the mamas we want to be.  We are all doing fabulous.  

Today I'm proud that I basically swatted the pediatricians hand away from DS's penis.  He said he was looking to see if hair was wrapped around it, but I don't know why there would be hair wrapped around inside his foreskin.  What is up with nosey pediatricians wanting to stare and gawk and POKE at an intact penis?? 

I'm proud that I swallowed my pride and took Finn to the pediatrician after the bad experience I had there after his first visit.  I was afraid they'd be nasty to me b/c I never brought him back and never did his bili check. 

I'm proud that I'm going to go ahead with the zantac and trust my mama gut on this one, even though most ppl think it's overprescribed and unnecessary.  I'm proud that I'm doing what I think is the right thing for my little boy. 

Thanks for the hugs. :) 

I hope the Zantac helps Finn. 

[jillybeans]

Look at us being all positive! Think of all those happy hormones that are created! We SHOULD be proud mamas!


I'm proud each time I look at my baby boy that I sucked it up and stuck with the bedrest, and that I carried him so far, and he got here HEALTHY despite what I was told to expect!

I'm proud that I'm surviving 4 kids and a crazy schedule without falling to pieces (drop off older two at 8am, pick up A. at 12:30, pick up G. at 3:15, usually appts in the mornings too. That is a LOT of unbuckling/rebuckling car seats straps, as all are in car seats still!)

I'm proud that I'm taking time for ME this time, and doing things I enjoy. Mainly being creative...life is just not fun for me if I can't express that part of myself. And I'm also remembering my FRIENDS and not just disappearing for a few months this time!

[Lynann]

I love all the positiveness in this thread. It really makes me smile.

We are ALL doing a wonderful job, and are incredible mothers, and we should be proud of ourselves for that.

Today I'm proud of the fact that I managed to Skype with my mum at the same time as feeding DS2 (for 90 minutes straight) and getting DS1 up and fed. This was further complicated by the fact that DS1 is cutting more teeth right now and was up part of the night in pain, and was tired and emotional this morning. He is down for his morning nap right now, but not actually sleeping. I hate to give him pain meds, but if its the only way he can get some rest I'm going to have to give in.

So a 2 week old that wants to eat non-stop and a teething 15 month old, and I'm still actually sane right now. Definitely something to be proud of.

[Baby_Cakes]

Originally Posted by jillybeans 

(That is a LOT of unbuckling/rebuckling car seats straps, as all are in car seats still!)
 

Seriously!!  That is something to be REALLY proud of!! 

Originally Posted by Lynann 

So a 2 week old that wants to eat non-stop and a teething 15 month old, and I'm still actually sane right now. Definitely something to be proud of.

We all rock!!