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I’m a researcher by nature and before I begin anything new, I like to get some background before I start anything. So during my first pregnancy, I naturally did a lot of reading and researching about babies, baby products and what to expect in those first few months.
During my research, the term NAPPY RASH came up often. The images in the baby books and on the internet of red, irritated bottoms just really freaked me out!!! Go on and Google it if you don’t know what I mean…
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Nothing in life is constant, change is inevitable. Unfortunately, many Moms have to face the harsh reality and get back to work after just a few months of maternity leave – just like I had to.
The thought of being away from your little one is absolutely daunting, regardless of who will be looking after baby. Be it a family member, Daycare or Nanny who will be watching your child, you have to have prepare yourself and your little one for that change in routine.
We’ve had a few changes in routine over the past few years.With Alyssa, my Mom took care of her after I went back to work, up until she was about 19 months. Then she stayed with a Nanny up until she went to pre-school. The same Nanny now looks after Aidan.
I thought I’d share some tips which helped our family transition through some of these changes – perhaps it could help you:
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Just a few weeks ago we had Aidan’s hair cut for the very first time. We always make a fuss about “firsts” and this was one of many over the past few years.
It was yet another reminder to me of how quickly Aidan is growing up and that I no longer have a little baby in the house.
He will be 2 years old this year (Eek… terrible two’s approaching) and Alyssa will be 4…. Where has the time gone?
I enjoy looking back at pictures, videos and some of my previous blog posts showcasing just how special those moments were.
Got A Ouchie Mama..
The other day we were out for lunch and as we were leaving, Aidan had a bit of a fall outside of the restaurant. He bumped his head and scraped it open. I saw blood. I felt like fainting.
He and Kurt were walking ahead of me and Alyssa, so we could almost watch it unfold.
It was clearly an accident but for some reason, I felt angry.
Nevermind the child who’s bleeding and crying, I was so just so furious that it happened.
I was mad at myself for not preventing it. I was upset with Kurt for not preventing it.
I felt angry at the restaurant for not having supervision.
I felt I needed someone to blame, even though it was just an accident.
So why did I feel that way?