Posts tagged mommy
Review: Words to Remember, A Journal for Your Child’s First Words
Mar 11th
Words to remember: A journal for Your Child’s Sweet and Amusing Sayings by Amy Krouse Rosenthal.
This is a keepsake book that provides beautiful pages, and a convenient home for your child’s first words, sentences and funny sayings.
I know I have mentioned that Mr. Toddler is becoming quite the talker, and I keep saying that “I have to write that down.” One of his favorite words, has been baby. I asked him the other day, what can you say, he responds, “BABY!” Then we are out with friends, who have babies that are about 2 months old, and he pats the baby on the head, and says, “Hi Baby!” Today he pointed to himself, and said, “Baby, Nooo,” then said, “Boy.” What made me giggle, was that Mr. Toddler who is 22 months, does not think he is a baby any longer. And he obviously is trying to make the distinction that he is a Big Boy!
I hope that someday I can remember all these funny stories about his first words. And I think this book is a great start.
This book is cute, and seems like a great way to keep all his funny words and sayings in one book that I can pass down to him someday. I think mommy is going to have to buy THIS!
“When you thought I wasn’t looking.”
Mar 4th
I just received this poem from a friend, and this poem truly has a great message. So I thought I would pass it on! As mom’s we do so much for others, and what we don’t realize is that people do notice. Especially our little ones,”Little eyes see a lot!”
WHEN YOU THOUGHT I WASN’T LOOKING
Author Unknown
A message every adult should read because children
are watching you and doing as you do, not as you say.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you hang my
first painting on the refrigerator, and I immediately
wanted to paint another one.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you feed a
stray cat, and I learned that it was good to be kind
to animals.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you make my
favorite cake for me, and I learned that the little
things can be the special things in life.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I heard you say a
prayer, and I knew that there is a God I could always
talk to, and I learned to trust in Him.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you make a
meal and take it to a friend who was sick, and I
learned that we all have to help take care of each other.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw you take care
of our house and everyone in it, and I learned we have
to take care of what we are given.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw how you
handled your responsibilities, even when you didn’t
feel good, and I learned that I would have to be
responsible when I grow up.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw tears come
from your eyes, and I learned that sometimes things
hurt, but it’s all right to cry.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I saw that you
cared, and I wanted to be everything that I could be.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I learned most of
life’s lessons that I need to know to be a good and
productive person when I grow up.
When you thought I wasn’t looking I looked at you and
wanted to say,’Thanks for all the things I saw when
you thought I wasn’t looking’
Smart And Trendy Mom’s Spring Giveaway
Feb 20th
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Enjoy Every Minute With Your Child!
Feb 18th
The innocence of childhood
Some great advice I received when I was a “new mom,” was to try and enjoy each moment with my baby. Below are a few tips to help you enjoy your little one.
I am a mom to a 21 month old, and I can’t believe that he is already almost two. The first year was tough, feeling sleep deprived, and having to care for another person that was completely dependent on me was so exciting and exhausting all in the same breath. The second year has been filled with challenges of an “almost terrible two year old”, and trying to set boundaries, yet still let him explore the world. But everyday has been an adventure and I loved every minute of the smiles, giggles, and the first steps, and words. And I am really enjoying the innocence of childhood, and it amazes me. It has been so rewarding watching my son develop into a little being with thoughts and a cute personality as he explores his environment. I love the “wows”, when he sees something new and exciting. I certainly don’t know everything about parenting, and I just try to be a good mom. But when I am having a “mommy stress moment”, I try to remember why I love my little man, and how much I enjoy being a mom!
5 ways to Enjoy your little one:
1. Think about all the fun, positive moments. Diaper change, talk to him, tickle his cute tummy, make him giggle. They won’t nap–play with them quietly while you hold them in your arms and read a book. Give him a hug and kiss before bedtime. Laugh at the fact that you just cleaned up a mess, and he dumped over another bucket of toys.
2. Join local groups, or mommy/tot classes. Check out your local library for story times, local community center/park district for different activities, groups, or classes. Meeting other moms helps maintain your sense of self. And your little ones will enjoy playing with others their age too!
3. Slow down, and enjoy each stage. Don’t say, “I wish he could walk, or talk, or when will he be potty trained.”. Before you know it, your baby will be out of the baby stage. Cherish each stage of life your child goes through. Once the stage passes, there is no turning back.
4. Snap a lot of pictures. You know the saying, a picture is worth a thousand words. You will be able to capture these flickers in time, and when you look back you will be so glad you DID!
5. Take some time for yourself! It is okay to take a few minutes each day for yourself. Go for a walk, read a book for a few minutes, just relax. It will recharge your batteries, and will make being a mommy much more doable.
Just ENJOY your time with your little one, and I promise you won’t regret it! Afterall there is nothing more priceless than raising a child.
