Back to operation put weight on the kid. We went and saw Dr. Molly on Tuesday for a weight check. He lost a few ounces. He did get taller, he’s in the 30% for height and 1% for weight. But his weight was 21 lbs 10 oz and three months ago it was 22 lbs 1 oz. He has become more regular in the last months, but not enough to make him lose weight. I also mentioned the teething and night waking. She said teeth should not wake him up at night (which I disagree). With his history of enlarged kidney, she decided to do a urine culture to check for UTI. Do you know how they collect urine on a toddler boy? They put a penis shaped plastic bag around their penis with major adhesive on one side. No exactly comfortable. When he FINALLY pees in the thing (you should have seen him walk in this) the nurse yanks it off. He said “ouch – penis- pinch” for like two hours. Everywhere we go “ouch-penis-pinch”. No UTI. It’s teeth. Now that the second tooth is mostly out, he’s sleeping through the night again.
She did have some good suggestions for increasing calories. Since he won’t drink milk (and why would he when he has breastmilk?) she suggested at least 16 oz of whole milk yogurt each day and more meat. He loves his yogurt so we’ll see when we go back in a month for a weigh-in.
We’ve got another toddler birthday party tonight and a lot of other stuff going on this week. Many good things going on, I will have to update during the next nap!
Sunday, August 15, 2010
Monday, August 09, 2010
Crafts and Kids
My friend is hosting the latest craft swap. The theme is “trees”. I wanted to challenge myself, so I busted out the dremel tool that we got for a wedding gift. Below is my free-handed prototype.
N bought me special bits to do a better job. Apparently we are still missing a piece because I couldn’t practice more tonight. Ultimately, they are going to be tree pendants on a wooden necklace for kids or adults. I have a fabulous image in my mind, but minimal skills. We’ll see how they turn out.
We have had lots of birthday parties recently. Here are a few cute party pictures.
Two weeks ago was our last visit to the Bluebird House, our Waldorf-inspired parent-tot class. We made bread. The boy loved it. So last week I put one of my vintage aprons on him and had him helping me with dinner. Doesn’t he have a Jack Nicholson grin on his little face? We both enjoyed ourselves. Oh and you can see the cork floor in this picture.
Toe kicks soon to follow, as well as finishing up the moldings. Almost done!!!
We have another birthday party this weekend. Now what to make for the little hostess?
N bought me special bits to do a better job. Apparently we are still missing a piece because I couldn’t practice more tonight. Ultimately, they are going to be tree pendants on a wooden necklace for kids or adults. I have a fabulous image in my mind, but minimal skills. We’ll see how they turn out.
We have had lots of birthday parties recently. Here are a few cute party pictures.
Two weeks ago was our last visit to the Bluebird House, our Waldorf-inspired parent-tot class. We made bread. The boy loved it. So last week I put one of my vintage aprons on him and had him helping me with dinner. Doesn’t he have a Jack Nicholson grin on his little face? We both enjoyed ourselves. Oh and you can see the cork floor in this picture.
Toe kicks soon to follow, as well as finishing up the moldings. Almost done!!!We have another birthday party this weekend. Now what to make for the little hostess?
Wednesday, August 04, 2010
So many things going on. I’ve been a little emotional lately (not to mention testy). I totally blame the hormones.
Nico installed the new cork flooring in the kitchen this weekend. It looks fabulous. Ronin’s been talking about it for days. I’ll try to get some pictures up soon. Now all we have left are the doorbell (long story) and the moldings in the kitchen/dining area. I hope to paint the rest of the main room/hall before winter.
Nico did not get the job in P-burg. He didn’t even get an interview, but at least they gave him a nice rejection.
Weaning is slow. I’m comfortable where we are at now (before nap and before bed- only) so I’m not in a rush. But things change, ask me again in a month! The two year molars are waking him up at night, so I’m tired. He’s talking up a storm.
A lot of friends have been having babies lately. I’ve made two “sunshine meals” this week to take to the families. Today’s visit was especially impactful to me. I dropped off my meal to one of my Beaumont moms this afternoon. We were chatting and she said that one of the reasons that she likes our group is because of all the different parenting styles. We are able to learn from each other and become better parents. She reminded me of much of what new parenthood was like and I can really learn from how she parents two children (who will be very close to my children in ages). I also was able to show her a position that calmed our colicky baby. It worked almost immediately for her new little one. I am feeling truly blessed to be around so many strong mothers.
Nico installed the new cork flooring in the kitchen this weekend. It looks fabulous. Ronin’s been talking about it for days. I’ll try to get some pictures up soon. Now all we have left are the doorbell (long story) and the moldings in the kitchen/dining area. I hope to paint the rest of the main room/hall before winter.
Nico did not get the job in P-burg. He didn’t even get an interview, but at least they gave him a nice rejection.
Weaning is slow. I’m comfortable where we are at now (before nap and before bed- only) so I’m not in a rush. But things change, ask me again in a month! The two year molars are waking him up at night, so I’m tired. He’s talking up a storm.
A lot of friends have been having babies lately. I’ve made two “sunshine meals” this week to take to the families. Today’s visit was especially impactful to me. I dropped off my meal to one of my Beaumont moms this afternoon. We were chatting and she said that one of the reasons that she likes our group is because of all the different parenting styles. We are able to learn from each other and become better parents. She reminded me of much of what new parenthood was like and I can really learn from how she parents two children (who will be very close to my children in ages). I also was able to show her a position that calmed our colicky baby. It worked almost immediately for her new little one. I am feeling truly blessed to be around so many strong mothers.
Tuesday, August 03, 2010
Monday, July 26, 2010
A tooth is here!
Two year molars...
One of them is just poking up its little pointy head. He made some goofy face last Thursday and I noticed a spot of white. When finally convinced to let me probe, sure enough it was a tooth.
Now all that night waking, chewing, and drooling make sense.
Hmmm, three more and then I get a break from teething. Well, at least until this next baby turns 4 months old, then the process will start all over again!
One of them is just poking up its little pointy head. He made some goofy face last Thursday and I noticed a spot of white. When finally convinced to let me probe, sure enough it was a tooth.
Now all that night waking, chewing, and drooling make sense.
Hmmm, three more and then I get a break from teething. Well, at least until this next baby turns 4 months old, then the process will start all over again!
Tuesday, July 20, 2010
1/2 week update
On Saturday we all attended a very lovely birthday party for my friend’s son. The “little chef” theme was absolutely adorable (and worth stealing, so keep that in mind come October).
On Sunday we had a mostly leisurely day with very little going on at all. Sometimes you need those types of days.
Yesterday Roni and I went to a MOM’S club meeting. He had a blast playing in the church nursery where we hold the meetings. He’s getting so funny about play situations. Currently he’s pretty good about sharing, so he’s pleasant to have around other children.
Last night we went to Lowe’s and picked up our new cork flooring for our kitchen. This weekend, hopefully, we will get it all installed.
Today, Roni and I went with some friends down to the Children’s Museum in Detroit. It was small, but he seemed to really enjoy it. As a matter of fact, he’s taking a 2+ hour nap. So I guess he really wore himself out there.
Tonight I have my fellowship group, which I always enjoy.
Not sure what the rest of the week will bring. I’m feeling almost 100%, so we’re up for anything!
Tootles!
On Sunday we had a mostly leisurely day with very little going on at all. Sometimes you need those types of days.
Yesterday Roni and I went to a MOM’S club meeting. He had a blast playing in the church nursery where we hold the meetings. He’s getting so funny about play situations. Currently he’s pretty good about sharing, so he’s pleasant to have around other children.
Last night we went to Lowe’s and picked up our new cork flooring for our kitchen. This weekend, hopefully, we will get it all installed.
Today, Roni and I went with some friends down to the Children’s Museum in Detroit. It was small, but he seemed to really enjoy it. As a matter of fact, he’s taking a 2+ hour nap. So I guess he really wore himself out there.
Tonight I have my fellowship group, which I always enjoy.
Not sure what the rest of the week will bring. I’m feeling almost 100%, so we’re up for anything!
Tootles!
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)