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by mommy.31 on Jul 01, 2011
LO is 4 months and a week and up to this time we put him to sleep, then put him down for naps and bedtime. Now that he's getting more active (rolling, floor time, jumping in jumparoo), he gets really tired and needs a nap but really fights it- he is really stubborn and it takes what to me feels like a long time to put him down. He used to fall asleep in 5 minutes, now it takes 15 to 20. I want to foster our habits of attachment parenting, but he's wearing me out! Any advice? Experience in this?
by lisa.diane 5 days ago
has anyone used one of these? it's a snugli early care sling. my mother gave it to us as a gift, just wondering if anyone have any opinions for me ..... i think it's an older model that why i'm so curious. :)
http://directbaby.webnbeyond.com/product.asp?intProdID=41
i found this page but that's about all i could find on it.
http://directbaby.webnbeyond.com/product.asp?intProdID=41
i found this page but that's about all i could find on it.
by Mommy Dylan on Apr 09, 2012
Hey ladies.
I've always had trouble with depression and anxiety but haven't taken medication for either in about 5 years. Since having my beautiful babe however it's come back with a vengeance. I'm just wondering if anyone else is struggling with this and what natural paths you're taking to combat it?
I'm exercising and eating healthy, but I was thinking about maybe investing in a UV light or taking a vitamin D supplement? Any ideas? I'm getting pretty sick and tired of the inexplicable tears, irritability, general feelings of self worthlessness and insomnia. Yuck. :/
I've always had trouble with depression and anxiety but haven't taken medication for either in about 5 years. Since having my beautiful babe however it's come back with a vengeance. I'm just wondering if anyone else is struggling with this and what natural paths you're taking to combat it?
I'm exercising and eating healthy, but I was thinking about maybe investing in a UV light or taking a vitamin D supplement? Any ideas? I'm getting pretty sick and tired of the inexplicable tears, irritability, general feelings of self worthlessness and insomnia. Yuck. :/
by staceybea on Oct 23, 2011
Hey ladies!
I'm just looking for some advice.
My husband and I are thinking of getting into an organic baby food business. I already make all of our children's food myself and we have an opportunity to partner with a local organic farm for some pretty incredible prices. (we could sell at about $.60 a jar.)
I did a little research and it seems like most organic food either doesn't come from a local source or is pricey to ship. There were only a handful of companies I would trust and even then it seems like most organic companies are based in the U.K. or New Zealand.
Do you think there's a market for locally grown organic food in North America? Would you buy it? (assuming you don't already make your own food?) if you DO buy pre-made jars what do you look for in the foods you buy?
I'd love to hear your thoughts/opinions. :)
I'm just looking for some advice.
My husband and I are thinking of getting into an organic baby food business. I already make all of our children's food myself and we have an opportunity to partner with a local organic farm for some pretty incredible prices. (we could sell at about $.60 a jar.)
I did a little research and it seems like most organic food either doesn't come from a local source or is pricey to ship. There were only a handful of companies I would trust and even then it seems like most organic companies are based in the U.K. or New Zealand.
Do you think there's a market for locally grown organic food in North America? Would you buy it? (assuming you don't already make your own food?) if you DO buy pre-made jars what do you look for in the foods you buy?
I'd love to hear your thoughts/opinions. :)
by staceybea on Dec 15, 2011
Ideally I'd like to be pregnant again by November, so we've been trying NFP for about 2 months and success! :D I was pretty worried leading into my second pp period but they keep coming which makes me glad. Ha.
A surprise would be VERY welcome but not being surprised would also be pretty great. Ha.
I was just excited and wanted to share. This is our first time trying NFP. :)
A surprise would be VERY welcome but not being surprised would also be pretty great. Ha.
I was just excited and wanted to share. This is our first time trying NFP. :)
by staceybea on Mar 15, 2012
Has anyone tried "Kawaii One Size Pocket Diapers." I am shopping around and they seem to be the most economic but I havent been able to find much on the quality.
by Weeksl08 26 days ago
Baby girl is only 2 months old and exclusively breastfed. From birth she has always slept in big chunks at night, (4-6 hours). Hubby and I had unprotected sex last week and I just spotted a little today. I know breastfeeding isn't complete birth control but I'm terrified I might be pregnant again. We want more kids but wanted to wait until she was at least a year before really trying! I was going to start charting temps, cervical mucus, and OPKs at 5 months since I was following the natural family planning LAM method. Exclusive bf, on demand, no period, and baby less than 6 months. Any advice support help? Sitting in bed just completely overwhelmed!!!!!!
by kschwartz on Dec 30, 2011
Have any of you heard of the Marquette Method? I guess it's basically the NFP method except they add in a fertility monitor. I've been doing a little research on it but I was hoping someone has used it... anyone?
by renae on Oct 10, 2011