tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post1885354838993556227..comments2023-08-18T07:37:08.809-05:00Comments on Mommy to an angel: It's panic timemommy to an angelhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04859055385556057051noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-85890776320738728332008-09-12T22:41:00.000-05:002008-09-12T22:41:00.000-05:00I smiled reading this post and yet I also remember...I smiled reading this post and yet I also remember the pangs in my heart, when I realized how much Brad's world had changed when Maddy came along. Yes having to tend to more than 1 is different, for you both, but please hear my words...a sibling is the best gift you can give a child!! Plus, I think it is better for a child to learn earlier in life that the world does not revolve around them...because it truly doesn't!! <BR/>It's a lesson better learned sooner than later! You will all be fine...hang in there...it gets better!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-6551062390116589582008-09-11T13:07:00.000-05:002008-09-11T13:07:00.000-05:00I remeber actually getting slight panic attacks on...I remeber actually getting slight panic attacks on Sunday nights knowing Mike was going to work the next day. But of course we got used to it, and had a routine. They surely change as the baby changes, but our girls are strong and they understand. <BR/>I used to feel terrible as well, but I'd lay Mikey down earlier and just have girl time. We also started Ella & Mommy starbucks mornings on Sundays.:)<BR/>Besides, after all my guilt, my kids are BEST friends, and hate to be separated!Still Sanehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16785634468659782940noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-85041539924850304472008-09-08T18:28:00.000-05:002008-09-08T18:28:00.000-05:00We all fail. There is no "success" in parenting. ...We all fail. There is no "success" in parenting. The older my kids get the more I realize how little control I have. Embrace that and you're golden.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03279956477604083080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-14746353311999802942008-09-08T18:03:00.000-05:002008-09-08T18:03:00.000-05:00I actually started the night before prep from day ...I actually started the night before prep from day one - I'm a planner, just ask Brian! So I do get everything ready the night before - it's not so much the day to day chaos that freaks me out, I think it's the thought that I might fail...does that make any sense?<BR/>The preschool does offer an afternoon class which would make thing easier as far as getting out of the house for preschool, but Olivia still takes naps - I'm hoping that Jack will get into a schedule where he takes his morning nap while Olivia is at school and then the two of them will take their afternoon naps together - allowing me two breaks throughout the day! In a perfect world, right?<BR/><BR/>Thanks for all your encouragement!mommy to an angelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04859055385556057051noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-3555098506702145912008-09-08T14:55:00.000-05:002008-09-08T14:55:00.000-05:00Hang in there! Everything you are feeling is norm...Hang in there! Everything you are feeling is normal. I cried for three days when Joey was born because I felt bad for Noah. Everything will turn out. If Olivia doesn't get hair braids, or if you have to wear your Saturday outfit to bible study, the world will not end. I can help anytime you need me.ReeReehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02598294332209912334noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-87994002555635907642008-09-08T12:55:00.000-05:002008-09-08T12:55:00.000-05:00YES, you are normal!!!! That transition from one ...YES, you are normal!!!! That transition from one to two was my hardest one of all. It just seems overwhelming...so much change all at once. But you WILL get into your own groove and you WILL manage. Older kids are more resilient than we think. Just try to have at least some special 'mommy/O' time each day when you can...read a book, paint her nails...it doesn't have to be a big deal. And I agree with Jen on the prep the night before, although I'm not always very consistent at it. I find that when I am, though, things sail much more smoothly.<BR/>Don't be afraid to ask for help if you're feeling overwhelmed. My PPD started with my 2nd (not trying to scare you!!!) and I just didn't know what to do...reach out...make a phone call to someone who understands (my number is 616-554-3319) :), ask someone to come over so you can catch a nap. People LOVE to help, sometimes they're just waiting to be asked.<BR/>Hang in there...you can do it!!!!!<BR/>Big hugs to you!!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-42858364492315587122008-09-08T12:14:00.000-05:002008-09-08T12:14:00.000-05:00Boy do I know that feeling! I feel the same way a...Boy do I know that feeling! I feel the same way about Reece too. But don't worry. I'm sure Olivia would trade the limelight just to have Jack around:)Meganhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15309122439842752944noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-60009629423924613172008-09-08T11:48:00.000-05:002008-09-08T11:48:00.000-05:00Olivia can join Caroline in therapy! :-) She'll ...Olivia can join Caroline in therapy! :-) She'll get used to the chaos. It's great that she has preschool b/c it's her thing that Jack can't encroach on. The first 3 months are the hardest. As far as mornings go, it's all about prep. Clothes laid out, hair stuff ready to go, breakfast on the table, bags packed and in the car. I even have a breakfast schedule~french toast on M, Oatmeal on T, ect. You'll settle in.Jenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03279956477604083080noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-30578315412844601112008-09-08T11:28:00.000-05:002008-09-08T11:28:00.000-05:00Hang in there Shawnie! It will get easier. You, t...Hang in there Shawnie! <BR/>It will get easier. You, too are going through a lot of changes right now. Does the preschool offer an afternoon class? I'm free on Tuesdays and Thursdays. We'll get together to destress.On Stagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08311300126640375853noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1577873997695087786.post-68825605319469984442008-09-08T10:59:00.000-05:002008-09-08T10:59:00.000-05:00It'll take time to adjust, but I'm sure you'll fig...It'll take time to adjust, but I'm sure you'll figure out a schedule that works for you guys!!Aimeehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05184577061208071388noreply@blogger.com