tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post4978984238937570135..comments2024-01-10T23:02:31.901-05:00Comments on The Stamford Wife: Dinner And Some Mommy TalkTeresa Meyerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01708879417683903608noreply@blogger.comBlogger9125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-74447881794700972432009-07-30T18:07:46.832-04:002009-07-30T18:07:46.832-04:00Two things my Mom taught me;
1. Get dinner going ...Two things my Mom taught me;<br />1. Get dinner going early!<br />2. Never do what they can do for themselves.<br />Never be afraid to ask for help!<br />3. Routines are important. <br /><br />(Now about the blues, I did have them, but with twins, I was way too busy and then getting back to work helped me to get into a routine.<br />pvepve designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03527745630303158002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-77575521496800092292009-07-17T16:37:32.017-04:002009-07-17T16:37:32.017-04:00I think my baby blues started as soon as my milk c...I think my baby blues started as soon as my milk came in and lasted for a couple of weeks. The beginning was the most difficult to deal with because I was happy but would cry for 'no reason'. My husband was heading back to work in a few days and I cried as I counted down the days until that occurred. I knew I could handle the baby on my own for the day but I missed my husband. I missed him even when he was sitting right next to me. It seemed silly to be upset over because he was incredibly supportive and always there, but I just longed for him. Fortunately things evened out after about 2 weeks and I wasn't crying everyday. I also cried when the late afternoon arrived. I'm not sure if it was because the nights were so long and we never knew what to expect or what it was. Probably that along with hormones, etc. Best wishes to all the new moms out there. It's an amazing experience and I'm only 6 months in!C and Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05332924419765398867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-66732677595704817402009-07-17T07:42:55.304-04:002009-07-17T07:42:55.304-04:00Oh my, I cried a little (sometimes a lot) everyday...Oh my, I cried a little (sometimes a lot) everyday for like 4 weeks... then every couple of days for another 2-3 weeks. <br />Between months 2 and 3 of my daughter's birth, things were a blur. I remember driving with her in the car and her screaming her head off and me thinking, oh someone kill me now!<br />Then she turned 3 months (she's now 6 months) and everything changed. EVen my boss said "and one day you came in and you were your old happy self!".C+SKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12196263814809973878noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-19820425147589190142009-07-17T01:25:16.414-04:002009-07-17T01:25:16.414-04:00I am currently pregnant with our second son. When...I am currently pregnant with our second son. When I had our first - I cried everyday for I swear a month, I was fighting breastfeeding - he wouldn't latch on and things were so hard! My little man actually lost weight that first month. I also was watching FAR TOO MUCH CNN. So just a word of advice for all you mamas - if you are spiritual, it takes a lot of prayer and as my dad has always said garbage in, garbage out! - also as The Stamford Wife said - communication with the hubby helps a ton! Don't forget to be patient with yourself - because 9x out of 10 that little snuggly of yours is doing a 100 and all you really need to do is just breathe and keep on doing just what you've been doing! Remembering back on how bummed out I felt I always try to encourage and lift up my fellow new mamas as I remember how tough it was and encouragement and prayer is so helpful!Sami Johttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15413226469017420404noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-14572646286763772752009-07-16T19:42:19.240-04:002009-07-16T19:42:19.240-04:00When it comes to the baby blues, theres no set tim...When it comes to the baby blues, theres no set time frame. No one even warned me they were coming and for me they lasted about 8 months. What I wish someone would have told me was that love at first sight is only for the fairytales. Therefore obviously its rediculous to imagine that you're going to immediately love that slimy little thing the moment it pops out and turns your life upside down. Throw in a failed natural birth and emergency c-section and you have a recipe for feeling like a failed momma. I hope this helps some of the people who enjoy this blog.SharonBrownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-7808845829581320782009-07-16T18:27:07.820-04:002009-07-16T18:27:07.820-04:00I cried A LOT the first couple of weeks after I ha...I cried A LOT the first couple of weeks after I had my daughter. I thought "OMG, I have PPD!!" <br /><br />I quickly called my OBGYN and got some great advice. An occasional glass of wine and lots of time with my mommy friends helped.vcwaltonhttp://onehautekid.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-77605253015772965582009-07-16T18:22:11.239-04:002009-07-16T18:22:11.239-04:00After the birth of my first, my "baby blues&q...After the birth of my first, my "baby blues" lasted about 2 weeks, but then it came back about 2 months later. I was severely depressed for a couple of months and finally visited the doctor. It turned out that I had developed a thyroid condition caused by my pregnancy. I now take thyroid medicine. In my case, there would have been nothing that I could have done to feel better. It is always best to get help if you feel more than just "blue." Just my two cents. :)<br /><br />And YUM! I love when you blog about food. I'll have to try that one out.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-35880453385727671872009-07-16T16:51:05.740-04:002009-07-16T16:51:05.740-04:00I still get excited (and shocked) when I learn tha...I still get excited (and shocked) when I learn that people read my blog too. I think giving your experience and Mommy advice is a great idea. Husby and I hope to be new parents soon, so this will be good prep :).Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07784657544280788901noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6239291137356299590.post-67083766320626310412009-07-16T16:22:02.252-04:002009-07-16T16:22:02.252-04:00I'm pregnant with my third (and last:) and wit...I'm pregnant with my third (and last:) and with my previous two pregnancies my baby blues lasted about four weeks as well. I found some of the best things I could do was 1. getting dressed and ready for the day...make up, hair everything and 2. Trusting my hubby to watch the baby for an hour or two and get out of the house, even if just for a walk. I've heard it's very common to have to talk to the doctor if things are worse and not to feel ashamed if you have to. <br />PS I love this mommy/design blog! Thanks for sharing with us. JenniferAnonymousnoreply@blogger.com