One thing you hear a lot when you have a baby is, "as soon as you get used to one phase they start a new one". This couldn't be more true - but to me it seems like no one actually gets into what these "phases" are until you are elbow deep in an exploded diaper. I thought I'd share with you some of my "oh god, they do -- WHAT NOW?" moments.
Let's start from the beginning:
The blow-out (not related to your hair): When babies are very little, until the time they start eating solids or so they have "diaper blow outs". What does they mean? This means your little friend is going to empty their entire contents from their not so cute end most likely on you when you are dressed and ready to go out in your nicest dry clean only dress.
What this means to you. Always have at least 2 extra outfits in your diaper bag, have an emergency kit in the car with extra clothes for all, and carry plastic bags to conceal the stink. Also, accept that it's going to happen at the most inopportune time possible.
The other end: babies spit up - a lot. More than I ever could imagine.
What this means to you: Wear white when you are going out. At the very least it will conceal the nasty streaks of baby spit up dripping down your back. Yes, this has happened to me. Buy plenty of burp cloths and keep them everywhere - your car, on chairs where you feed the baby, etc. To save money cloth diapers work really well.
Teething: I don't know what I thought about teething but I had no idea that it basically starts when they are 4 months or so and guess what? It lasts for well until they are 2 years or so. If you are lucky like me and have a sensitive babe you will earn each and every tooth through sleepless nights, a lot of crying, and fussing. Granted its not constant but it comes in waves. Just when you think all is good and calm (aka make dinner plans out) wham! A new tooth and a child that refuses to sleep.
What you can do: teething tablets are great - but hylands has been recalled so check before you buy, teething rings (put in fridge not freezer) motrin after 6 months, people swear by frozen wash cloths with water or apple juice. My little lady loves the handle or a rubber whisk, hey whatever works.
Sunday, December 5, 2010
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