Well, just when I thought I was doing a good job of avoiding (or limiting our exposure to) BPA, I hear about another BPA study/spotting. Take a moment to read this if you like to get a receipt after every transaction:BPA in Store Receipts.
I'm thinking twice about touching that receipt--in the bag or with you just took on a whole new meaning!!!
July 31, 2010
July 28, 2010
A New Staple
First, I have to say that we have been very fortunate to be able to nures as long as we have. And even though it got off to a VERY rough and painful start, I wouldn't trade one second of it for anything in the world. But I am sad to report that our days of saving money are quickly fading away, as we had to buy our first can of formula today!
We managed to get through the early bumps of nursing and going back to work with the help of free samples and therefore managed to go more than 11 months without having to buy any formula. It was FABULOUS! Then Emily gave us our last free can about a month ago after a long battle of getting Abby used to formula in the first place (we started out with 6 oz. of water to one scoop of formula. Anything more and she would gag and wipe her tongue...funny! Then about every 3-4 days I would add half a scoop. It took a while but now she will drink it). On the bright side, a large can currenly lasts us about a month because Abby is still nursing in the morning and at night, but this too is on the way out and the need for formula (then moo-juice) will soon be on the rise.
As we have started the weening process I find that I have a mix of emotions: sad that she is getting so old, happy that I was able to provide sustenance for my daughter, proud that I will make my goal of one year, relieved that Michael can get her breakfast for a change, excited to not have to worry about production levels, worried that Abby will have a hard time when Mommy's Milk is no more (she still asks for milk during the day and gets mad when I give her a sippy instead...), determined to get more of the "baby" weight off (no excuses now!) and scared to be done. I'm not sure why I am scared, but I am. Hummmm.
So for now I am enjoying every feeding that we have, savoring every moment and remembering the fun and closeness that Abby and I share during this time. Meanwhile, I am debating which feeding to eliminate next (morning or night) as both have their pluses and minuses. To help with the process I am currently nursing Abby after she has solid food in order to lessen the demand (A BIG THANKS to MJ for his help on this...I know that GETTING UP at 6 a.m. to feed Abby is not a favorite thing to do for either of us. You Rock Daddy!!) but I just can't decide which to give up. Well, I'll have to decided soon in order to get her down to one nursing a day by her birthday. Yikes!
We managed to get through the early bumps of nursing and going back to work with the help of free samples and therefore managed to go more than 11 months without having to buy any formula. It was FABULOUS! Then Emily gave us our last free can about a month ago after a long battle of getting Abby used to formula in the first place (we started out with 6 oz. of water to one scoop of formula. Anything more and she would gag and wipe her tongue...funny! Then about every 3-4 days I would add half a scoop. It took a while but now she will drink it). On the bright side, a large can currenly lasts us about a month because Abby is still nursing in the morning and at night, but this too is on the way out and the need for formula (then moo-juice) will soon be on the rise.
As we have started the weening process I find that I have a mix of emotions: sad that she is getting so old, happy that I was able to provide sustenance for my daughter, proud that I will make my goal of one year, relieved that Michael can get her breakfast for a change, excited to not have to worry about production levels, worried that Abby will have a hard time when Mommy's Milk is no more (she still asks for milk during the day and gets mad when I give her a sippy instead...), determined to get more of the "baby" weight off (no excuses now!) and scared to be done. I'm not sure why I am scared, but I am. Hummmm.
So for now I am enjoying every feeding that we have, savoring every moment and remembering the fun and closeness that Abby and I share during this time. Meanwhile, I am debating which feeding to eliminate next (morning or night) as both have their pluses and minuses. To help with the process I am currently nursing Abby after she has solid food in order to lessen the demand (A BIG THANKS to MJ for his help on this...I know that GETTING UP at 6 a.m. to feed Abby is not a favorite thing to do for either of us. You Rock Daddy!!) but I just can't decide which to give up. Well, I'll have to decided soon in order to get her down to one nursing a day by her birthday. Yikes!
July 21, 2010
Eleven Months
I....don't...want.....to.......say......it..........
But I guess I will have to at some point anyway. Here it goes: Abby is 11 months old. I can't believe that in 28 days she will be a one year old little girl. Please, say it ain't so!! It is hard to think that my days of having an "infant" are soon over (for the time being anyway) and we and staring down the through of toddlerhood!
In the last few weeks Abby has started to blossom into a little girl who loves to: answer her phone with a big "ello", wave "hi" to anyone that will watch, blow you kisses if you perused her enough, scream at and chase the cats for fun, dance any time music comes on, cruise around the house with little regard for obstacles, "walk" anywhere a pair of guiding hands will take her, eat pretty much anything that you put in front of her (especially spicy veggie patties, blueberries, grapes, cheese and yogurt (which she calls "baby" because of the picture of a baby on the package)) and protest anytime she thinks she is going to go to bed. Yes, I am starting to think that my little girl is a stubborn and sassy as I am...I'm in BIG trouble!
Abby is still a toothless, little Peanut! She is about 16 pounds and I don't think she has grown much since she is still in her 6-9 month clothes. And as for teeth...who knows! She has had a finger in her mouth at all time for the last two weeks or so...seems to be a bit more cranky too but we did cut out the afternoon nursing so I'm not sure which one is the cause! I guess we will just have to wait and see :
I think Abby will be walking soon. She will stand for 10 seconds or so if she doesn't realize it, has taken to pushing her walking toys around the house and a somewhat fast pace, is moving from the coffee table to the couch while standing and will walk with you while holding on to one finger. I think all it will take is a little desire on her part and off she will go. Stay tuned!
But I guess I will have to at some point anyway. Here it goes: Abby is 11 months old. I can't believe that in 28 days she will be a one year old little girl. Please, say it ain't so!! It is hard to think that my days of having an "infant" are soon over (for the time being anyway) and we and staring down the through of toddlerhood!
In the last few weeks Abby has started to blossom into a little girl who loves to: answer her phone with a big "ello", wave "hi" to anyone that will watch, blow you kisses if you perused her enough, scream at and chase the cats for fun, dance any time music comes on, cruise around the house with little regard for obstacles, "walk" anywhere a pair of guiding hands will take her, eat pretty much anything that you put in front of her (especially spicy veggie patties, blueberries, grapes, cheese and yogurt (which she calls "baby" because of the picture of a baby on the package)) and protest anytime she thinks she is going to go to bed. Yes, I am starting to think that my little girl is a stubborn and sassy as I am...I'm in BIG trouble!
Abby is still a toothless, little Peanut! She is about 16 pounds and I don't think she has grown much since she is still in her 6-9 month clothes. And as for teeth...who knows! She has had a finger in her mouth at all time for the last two weeks or so...seems to be a bit more cranky too but we did cut out the afternoon nursing so I'm not sure which one is the cause! I guess we will just have to wait and see :
Abby waving hi to the bikers riding by:
Abby's big girl piggies:
Abby love to share, as long as you give it right back
Too cute for words
Abby loves her Peanut and cruising with one hand!
Balance is not much of an issue these days
I think Abby will be walking soon. She will stand for 10 seconds or so if she doesn't realize it, has taken to pushing her walking toys around the house and a somewhat fast pace, is moving from the coffee table to the couch while standing and will walk with you while holding on to one finger. I think all it will take is a little desire on her part and off she will go. Stay tuned!
July 06, 2010
4th of July Fun
4th of July was busy and oh-so-much FUN! Here is the weekend in pictures
New buddy Gus:
Hanging with Marisa and Brooke:
Seeing the sights with Daddy and Peanut too:
Then, home we went. Peanut must have been too dirty for Abby's liking:
Then it was time to go to Nana and Papa's for a visit.
The next day we went to Nick's house for a good meal and fire.
Mr. Philly-Phil, how are you?
Getting kind of sleepy:
Parade at the McCue's:
New buddy Gus:
Hanging with Marisa and Brooke:
Seeing the sights with Daddy and Peanut too:
Then, home we went. Peanut must have been too dirty for Abby's liking:
Then it was time to go to Nana and Papa's for a visit.
Girl time!
The next day we went to Nick's house for a good meal and fire.
Mr. Philly-Phil, how are you?
Getting kind of sleepy:
Abby was ready to party and had a good time with all our friends. We stayed later than I thought we would, Abby was sleepy enough to fall asleep in her stroller and slept til we loaded her in the car LATE that night. MJ and I were able to have a drink and some s'mores with our friends...just like old times! All in all it was a GREAT weekend!
Piggies
My little girl is growing up and has her first set of pigtails to prove it. I laughed and cried at the same time...
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