Well, I have learned in my recent foray into maternity wear that I'm an "over" not an "under" person as far as my comfort level with pants, skirts and other bottoms go. I didn't realize this until recently so, some of my first purchases are a bit uncomfortable.
Case in point, the Lucky brand jeans I got which do not show the large elastic band and go under I find uncomfortable because I have to keep hiking them up. I'm going to try wearing them with a bella band or a longer camisole and see if that helps. Retail: $140
My favorite pair of jeans right now are a Liz Lange pair from Target. They are comfortable and has a visible elastic band which is a demi-band which does not cover the whole belly but comes up to the belly button.
Retail: $20 (They were on sale)
My current full coverage "comes up to my boobs" practically are a pair of cords by Mimi maternity. Since they cover my whole belly, I feel comfortable. The cut is contemporary boot cut and the band is comfy. I'm wearing a maternity turtleneck over it and because the maternity tops run longer it covers the elastic part.
Retail: $24 (not on sale)
So, ladies, if you're beginning to buy maternity wear, try to figure out if you're an over or under earlier in the process as not to get things that are uncomfortable and won't see you through the pregnancy.
Crazy mama of two trying to figure it all out!
Thursday, November 1, 2007
Great Beginnings
This is my current favorite the Pliko 3 by Peg Perrego. It runs about $300 retail.I went to a huge baby store, Great Beginnings in Gaithersburg http://www.childrensfurniture.com/ and checked out the Stokee and Quinny Buzz that have been my favorite strollers thus far and found out that they are really impractical. To use the words of the salesguy,"Ma'am, these are the sports cars of strollers, nice to look at but very impractical and heavy." And boy are the quinny and stokke heavy!!! Not to mention the bugagoo which I still liked is also cumbersome, heavy and a lot of pieces.
In comparison, the Pliko 3 made by peg perrego (sp?) is a lot lighter and doesn't have detachable parts to it. The car seat locks right into and and you're ready to go. If you are traipsing around on your own, the cheaper strollers make a lot more sense. i.e. baby in the car seat then you have to take the stroller out on your own, mind you that you're just getting over having gave birth and recovering from that.
Also, it's hard to decide right now without the baby so, it might be a better bet to just buy a decent car seat and for us 2 bases (one for each car) and then a really basic snap-in base of a stroller ($60) and then figure out what kind of stroller you want going forward. Talking to mothers, there is no "one" stroller for all occasions so it looks like you get one for the mall and easy walking and then an umbrella stroller for travel or shorter jaunts. I seriously saw at least 100 strollers on display.
Friday, October 26, 2007
STILL SICK
Well, this year's cold is a nasty one so if you can avoid it at all. Do it! DH and I have had it for the last two weeks. On Monday it will be a full two weeks. Now in the second week it's waking up to lots of fun body-racking coughs and I'm not taking any medications at all. I don't think I could feel the baby moving if it was kicking hard! I hope that we both get better soon.
Thursday, October 18, 2007
Decision Guide: Naming your baby
Decision Guide: Naming your baby
For many couples, settling on a name for their baby is one of the most fun parts of pregnancy. For others, it's a tortuous process of negotiation. Either way it's an important decision that will likely last a lifetime (unless your little one decides to rename himself along the way). Here are some important factors to consider when you're deciding on a name:
• Sound and compatibility. How your baby's name sounds when it's said aloud is one of the most essential things to think about. Is it melodious? Harsh? Does it go well with your last name? One thing to avoid: Choosing a first name that ends in the same sound as the beginning of your last name. Bradley Yardley and Sierra Adams don't exactly roll off the tongue.
• Uniqueness. An unusual name has the advantage of making your child stand out from the crowd. On the other hand, a name no one has heard of and few can pronounce can bring attention your child might rather avoid. Spelling variations can help make a name unique, but choosing a name with numerous spellings can sow confusion in your child's life for years to come.
• Relatives and friends. Many parents choose to name their babies after a grandparent, other relative, or close friend. Don't want too many Johns in your house? Look way back in your family tree for hidden treasures. And if you're worried about hurt feelings, consider a first name from one side of the family and a middle name from the other. According to a BabyCenter survey, middle names are a must for most parents; 98 percent give their child a middle name, with 7 percent of those parents giving their child two or more middle names.
• Ancestry and heritage. Your child's heritage is an essential part of who he is, and you may want his name to reflect that. Read history books focusing on your family's country of origin to find appropriate possibilities.
• Meaning. No one is likely to treat your daughter Ingrid differently because her name means "hero's daughter," but the derivation of your baby's name is something you may want to think about. Use BabyCenter's Baby Name tool to learn the meaning of over 5,000 names.
• Initials and nicknames. People, especially kids, can be cruel when it comes to nicknames, so try to anticipate any potentially embarrassing ones. Consider your child's initials as well, so you don't inadvertently saddle him with a doozy like Z.I.T. or P.E.E.
Our initials would be:
JHY
MEY
LHY
One of the best tests for a baby name is to yell it out loud, preferably at a playground. If you feel uncomfortable saying the name in that setting, it might not be the best choice.
• Many folks going through pregnancy like to refer to their growing baby by name — or nickname. What about you?
We call him/her Leon, Leona, Babar, Little Y, Baby Yesawich, Zygote to name a few
I think I felt the first little kicks today. While I was laying in bed this morning I felt these little taps on the inside of my lower abdomen. It's not a sensation I have felt before and it I think it was the first kicks.
For many couples, settling on a name for their baby is one of the most fun parts of pregnancy. For others, it's a tortuous process of negotiation. Either way it's an important decision that will likely last a lifetime (unless your little one decides to rename himself along the way). Here are some important factors to consider when you're deciding on a name:
• Sound and compatibility. How your baby's name sounds when it's said aloud is one of the most essential things to think about. Is it melodious? Harsh? Does it go well with your last name? One thing to avoid: Choosing a first name that ends in the same sound as the beginning of your last name. Bradley Yardley and Sierra Adams don't exactly roll off the tongue.
• Uniqueness. An unusual name has the advantage of making your child stand out from the crowd. On the other hand, a name no one has heard of and few can pronounce can bring attention your child might rather avoid. Spelling variations can help make a name unique, but choosing a name with numerous spellings can sow confusion in your child's life for years to come.
• Relatives and friends. Many parents choose to name their babies after a grandparent, other relative, or close friend. Don't want too many Johns in your house? Look way back in your family tree for hidden treasures. And if you're worried about hurt feelings, consider a first name from one side of the family and a middle name from the other. According to a BabyCenter survey, middle names are a must for most parents; 98 percent give their child a middle name, with 7 percent of those parents giving their child two or more middle names.
• Ancestry and heritage. Your child's heritage is an essential part of who he is, and you may want his name to reflect that. Read history books focusing on your family's country of origin to find appropriate possibilities.
• Meaning. No one is likely to treat your daughter Ingrid differently because her name means "hero's daughter," but the derivation of your baby's name is something you may want to think about. Use BabyCenter's Baby Name tool to learn the meaning of over 5,000 names.
• Initials and nicknames. People, especially kids, can be cruel when it comes to nicknames, so try to anticipate any potentially embarrassing ones. Consider your child's initials as well, so you don't inadvertently saddle him with a doozy like Z.I.T. or P.E.E.
Our initials would be:
JHY
MEY
LHY
One of the best tests for a baby name is to yell it out loud, preferably at a playground. If you feel uncomfortable saying the name in that setting, it might not be the best choice.
• Many folks going through pregnancy like to refer to their growing baby by name — or nickname. What about you?
We call him/her Leon, Leona, Babar, Little Y, Baby Yesawich, Zygote to name a few
I think I felt the first little kicks today. While I was laying in bed this morning I felt these little taps on the inside of my lower abdomen. It's not a sensation I have felt before and it I think it was the first kicks.
Full Body
Here's a picture of me with the baby inside!
We've both been really sick with a cold for the past week. We both missed work on Monday then DH ---tues, wed me---thurs, friday. We were each out 3 days. ARGH. DH is much better now after lots of antibiotics. Since I can't take any I've taken a benadryl for the last 2 days (2 pills, one each day) and 1 sudafed the night before that. We've both drank loads of tea and tons of soup. I'm ready to feel better!
Really cute nursery decorating ideas
http://funkylittledarlings.co.uk/index.html
This is from a UK wallpaper studio that can design wallpaper for the nursery and include a picture of your child.
Funky Little Darlings™ can offer you the ultimate service - commissioning a designer wallpaper mural especially for your kids. A wallpaper mural that includes all your children's favourite things, keeping them (and you) entertained for years to come.
The experienced design team will work closely with you from initial discussions through to the final wallpaper hanging. A design service for canvases and wall panels is also available. Please contact us for further details and estimated cost.
Picture!
Well, the profile is here. Baby Y was moving around a lot. Apparently they get a lot of exercise while they have the room to do it in the womb. It's strange, I still don't feel anything yet but I know the baby is in there and moving around. You can definitely see the arms, legs and body. I was hoping to find out the sex but the umbilical cord was blocking the view. The doctor says 51% girl but that's not a promise so, we have to wait a few more weeks.
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