I’m going to another school!
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My Mummy was quite depressed yesterday about being a SAHM, the rainy weather (which keeps us indoors) and especially about the preschool she’d chosen earlier.
Why?
Well, she was all set with the documents and the dosh to sign me up already - in fact, even when I asked her to carry me halfway on the walk there, she didn’t even get mad.
When we arrived, the kindy was in session but Mummy was surprised at how quiet it was. After chatting with some of the teachers, filling in a form with our particulars, we went upstairs to see MY class.
Disneyland Hong Kong
We’re just back from our Hong Kong holiday. Yes, we’re CRAZY to go there with the summer crowd but we had little choice really because:
1) Lucas needs his oils / lotions as his eczema acted up last winter - severe drying and scaling all over his stomach and legs - major itching!
2) I needed to find some shoes because the maximum shoe size in most of China is 38 - only ugly, chunky ones are available for 39 and 40 (I may have big feet but I think they can look nice too),
3) Many of the items we’re looking for are either EXTREMELY EXPENSIVE in China, due to government protection on local products or there’s no demand for such items here or I haven’t got the time to look for them,
4) Hubby wanted to get away for a family holiday
A flippety-floppity holiday
“Trim thighs and bum.”
Don’t these words sound magical when you say them out loud? Say them again. And again. And again.
Unlike magic, the vision of trim thighs and bum don’t go POOF! with this NEW stylish, super-comfy slippers aptly named Fitflops.
Launched in Summer ‘07, these fantastic fit flops sold off the shelves like the magical books of Harry Potter!
Breastfeeding - when baby is born
If you’re serious about breastfeeding, you would have first read:
“If you’ve decided to breastfeed“, which prepares you for successful breastfeeding.
If you’re in your final trimester, finished all your preparation and are just waiting for baby to arrive, focus on the first month.
Important points:
- There is NO milk in the first few days (sometimes, up to 5 days). Your body produces colostrum, which has antibodies to protect your baby during the early months when his immune system is still developing.
- As breastmilk is absorbed 100%, baby will get hungry more frequently compared to a formula-fed baby. Prepare to feed baby every 3 hours, 2 hours and yes, even 1 hour!
- Everything that you eat will also be absorbed by baby through the breastmilk. Avoid curry to prevent giving your newborn an upset tummy.
- For Chinese mums, the confinement diet can support breastfeeding IF you also include vegetables and and plenty of fluids (e.g. red date tea, soups).
Here’s my story…
Getting back into shape
Were you less-than-skinny before you became pregnant? Or are you worried about your weight now that you’re pregnant? Maybe you’re always thinking,
“I just want to look fit and fabulous!”
If you’re anything like me, your answers would be “Yes” to all of the above. Just like the average woman, I want to look my best. Unlike the average woman, I DON’T believe that to be beautiful is to be thin.”
I believe in looking the best I can be. When you think you look good, you will feel good. And you’ll fee super confident when you walk out that door and step into the world.
Want to know how you can too? Join me on my journey to beauty…
Does your baby have colic?
Maybe because Lucas was breastfed but I sure am lucky he didn’t have colic. Or maybe he’s just lucky.
What is colic?
According to baby and child care expert, Dr. Miriam Stoppard:
“Crying caused by colic can be distinguished from other forms because it is more of a high-pitched scream than a cry. Usually you’ll find that your baby’s legs are drawn up to his abdomen and that his face becomes very red.”
“…your baby is likely to cry every night for 12 weeks…”
“…tension is the most likely cause. You’re preoccupied in the evening with bathtime and bedtime for the baby and getting your evening meal. It is likely that your baby picks up on the tension”
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Right Reads- Down to a Sunless Sea by Mathias B. FreeseIf you have a son and are trying to gain a better understanding of what the average young man thinks or worries about, you HAVE to read this book. If you work with young people, whether as a teacher, a coach, a tutor or simply trying to understand young people, you HAVE to read this [...]
- Down to a Sunless Sea by Mathias B. Freese
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