Getting Pretty Big, huh?
For all you moms or soon-to-be moms out there, I’m sure you can relate. We’ve all heard those annoying comments or questions when pregnant.
The one I used to hate the most was, “Getting Pretty Big, huh?“.
I used to just smile and nod, or fake a lil laugh, but man, do I wish I could have just told them off.
I think next time, if I get the same question, I’ll try to answer with something like, “Big? You think I’m getting big? You don’t think I could be pregnant, do you?”.
What sorts of questions/comments did you get when pregnant or as a new mom? What was your answer (or what you wish you had said)?
Don’t you wish you could have just handed them this
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Posted in Motherhood, Pregnancy on July 6th, 2007 by ModernMami | | 10 Comments
New Baby in the Family!
My brother and sister-in-law just had their baby last night!
I have a brand new nephew to add to the collection.
She was in labor for a little under 23 hours before they did a c-section.
My little nephew just didn’t want to make his way down the canal. Try as they did, he stopped mid-way.
All is well and everyone is healthy.
As dumb as it might sound, I asked her, “If he was already making his way down, how did they pull him back up to deliver him via c-section?”
She had no clue either and didn’t bother to ask. I don’t blame her.
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Posted in Misc, Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy on June 22nd, 2007 by ModernMami | | 0 Comments
Mommy (and daddy) Resources Part III
Back when, I started a series of parenting resources and I still have two more parts that I haven’t posted! I’m such a slacker. Anyhow, here is part 3 of the four part series.
These are various sites with information on pregnancy, parenting, ways to connect with other moms (or parents), newsletters, free tools, etc.
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Posted in Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy, Sahm, Wahm, Women on January 31st, 2007 by ModernMami | | 0 Comments
Mommy (and daddy) Resources Part II
As promised, here is the second part of my list of resources:
Baby Food - they all mail (or email) coupons
- Nursery Water - http://nurserywater.com/home.html
- Gerber - http://www.gerber.com/home
- Beechnut - http://beechnut.com/
Gerber also has a separate site for their clothing items at http://www.gerberchildrenswear.com/.
Did you use the Nursery Water for your baby’s milk? Or, did you boil your own water?
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Posted in Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy, Women on January 17th, 2007 by ModernMami | | 0 Comments
Mommy (and daddy) Resources Part I
Throughout my pregnancy, I collected a variety of websites that offer free information, newsletters, samples, coupons, etc. Some of them, I still keep up with as they also have great parenting information. Now that my sister-in-law is with child, I decided to compile a list for her so that she too can reap the benefits. Since I’m such a nice person :ahem: I decided to share this list with everyone. Now, you might already know about these, but maybe, just maybe, you’ll find one you didn’t know about yet. 
Here, the first part of my list:
Formula and diaper companies - they all mail out free samples and coupons, so I highly suggest you sign up with these companies.
- Similac - http://welcomeaddition.com/
- Nestle - http://www.verybestbaby.com
- Enfamil – https://www.enfamil.com/
- Pampers - http://us.pampers.com/ - I really like Pampers because they have a rewards program where the wipes & diapers all have points you can collect & redeem for toys and other products
- Huggies - http://www.huggiesbabynetwork.com
- Luvs - http://www.luvs.com
Next time, baby food.
What formula did (or do) you prefer for your baby? How about which diaper brand?
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Posted in Motherhood, Parenting, Pregnancy, Women on January 12th, 2007 by ModernMami | | 3 Comments
Just how old is too old to have children?
I came across this posting at VivirLatino.com and then an article at Scotsman.com about a 67 year old woman in Spain who gave birth to twins after undergoing fertility treatment (she is now the oldest mother on record).
Now, I don’t want to be mean and I do think it’s great that this woman was able to have children (it is her first birth), but I’m just not sure this is fair for the babies. This woman might not even live to be around for their teenage years. Is there a point where one needs to step back and think - Ok, I might be physically able and science may provide me the means to become a mother, but maybe I shouldn’t? Is there a point where one becomes too old to enter into motherhood? Actually, this applies to men also, since they too can become fathers at a late age. But, should they?
What do you think? Just how old is too old to have children? Or, is there no age limit?
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Posted in Articles, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Women on January 3rd, 2007 by ModernMami | | 1 Comments
Speaking of memory loss…
To go along with that last post…
I have been having a major case of forgetfulness. I have lists everywhere and for everything and I still can’t seem to get everything in order or remember everything. Perfect example - my husband’s company Christmas party was this past weekend.
He went to work for a while and I was to meet him there in time for the party. He asked that I buy him a sweater and bring it with me so that he could wear it to the party. I bought him a nice sweater and put the bag next to the counter in the kitchen, so I wouldn’t forget it. Guess what? You got it! I forgot the stupid bag and only remembered as I’m 2 minutes away from my husband’s job. Luckily it wasn’t very cold that night, so he was ok, but still, I forgot. And, I’ve been like that for a few other things lately.
Ok, I’m done whining now. I’m sure there are more important things to worry about, but being a person who used to remember everything and who was very organized, it’s hard to realize you can’t keep up with everything anymore. All this from just having a baby???!!! lol
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Posted in Husband, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Sahm, Wahm, Women on December 11th, 2006 by ModernMami | | 4 Comments
Mommy Poem
I was browsing around and found this poem about losing your memory once you become a mom. As I read through it, I couldn’t help but think that’s how I feel. I certainly have “lost” some of my memory and at the same time have gained so much more. I have a new perspective on life and see everyday things as mundane. Well, anyway, enjoy the poem and try not to cry.
From http://www.thelaboroflove.com/prose/poems/lost.html
since Miranda was born
I don’t remember sleeping late
on a lazy Sunday morn
I don’t remember quiet dinners
with candlelight and wine.
Or getting up and ready for work
and making it there on time.
I don’t remember summer days
just lounging on the beach
And those memories of “girls’ night out”
are somehow out of reach.
I don’t remember long warm baths
with bubbles and a good book
Or my favorite TV program
or a movie worth a look.
I can’t remember all those things
I spent time on yesterday
And I can’t remember life
being any other way.
And as I lay her down at night
and kiss this little girl
I can’t remember so much happiness,
such love and joy in my world.
(c) 1997 Juli All Rights Reserved
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Posted in Motherhood, Pregnancy, Sahm, Wahm, Women on December 11th, 2006 by ModernMami | | 0 Comments
You know you’re a hot mama!
With all the madness and chaos I currently have going on in my life, I certainly don’t have much time for pampering and pretty-ing myself up. But, I definitely need to take some time to take care of myself, because let’s face it - I am too young to be a frumpy mama! Also there’s that other little fact that if I ever want to have another child, I will need to entice my husband!
So, I came across the Hot Mama Makeover! I think I’ll be following these steps to get myself ready for the holidays and the new year. I think you’ll enjoy it too. Let me know what you think and how your makeover goes! Looking forward to meeting all the hot mamas! lol 
Oh, and for other tips on health, money, pregnancy, children, free offers, etc. and a mom’s forum, check out this site.
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Posted in Husband, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Sahm, Wahm, Women on December 7th, 2006 by ModernMami | | 2 Comments
What would you do?
What do you all think? Motherhood Uncensored posted about the recent incident involving Delta airlines where a breast feeding woman was asked to leave the flight.
I found myself thinking - What would I have done? I know I wouldn’t use the blanket, especially because it would be even more uncomfortable and very hot for the baby. But, would I have taken the blanket just to shut the flight attendant up, even if I didn’t use it? Would I have told her off for even suggesting I needed to use it? What about my husband? What would he have done?
According to the article, the woman was being discreet and her husband was sitting next to her. I gotta admit, it doesn’t seem very likely that anyone could even have seen anything to even have the chance to be “offended”. And even if they saw something, why would that be so offensive? She is merely feeding her kid. I see plenty of people wearing jeans so low that when they bend, I can see their ass crack hanging out. Isn’t that much worse?
If you wish, you can sign a petition against Delta. Let me know - What would you have done?
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Posted in Articles, Motherhood, Pregnancy, Sahm, Wahm, Women on November 17th, 2006 by ModernMami | | 4 Comments
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