Saturday, January 7, 2012
car seat
Big guy is officially facing forward in the car and loving life. We decided that over winter break was the perfect time to make the switch in both cars. The first time big guy drove facing forward might be the funniest thing he's done in a while, and he's pretty funny. He started screaming very seriously with joy when we drove- "WHOA!!!" Then he started telling me everything he saw, "cars! Bus! trees!" It was so cute to hear him be so excited about such a small move. The world definitely looks different to him and he's still so jazzed when we get into the car. How fun!
back to school
Tuesday marked big guy's first official day in the big toddler room! yay, I was so excited, finally away from that horrid woman from the fall. The first week back was ok, big guy was having a tough time transitioning back into the room. Especially since hubs was at a conference so the first two days I had to drop him off- clearly a big mistake. he's with the teachers I love- they always have such nice things to say about big guy when I do pick up. And he's clearly stimulated and active while he's there- ms. L told me the other day he's very good at smaller pieces of paper onto big paper. I mean, that could turn into a lucrative career, right?
The only little hiccup we've had (ok, the other one gets it's own post) is that big guy is having a tough time transitioning from one activity to the next. An example- big guy is doing a fun art activity when it turns time to circle time for some songs and books, big guy will burst into tears. I notice this at home, too, but I figured it was a toddler things, apparently it's a big guy thing. I was pretty upset the next time big guy was in school, but then ms. M (who is so fabulous) said that she thought it was good that he got so upset, because it means that he is really enjoying himself and really focused on what he's doing. What??? Big guy apparently sits quietly and works on his activities and is very focused! Yeah!!! My baby doesn't have ADHD- but is just really busy, unless he's focused on his activities. What a great way to think about the transition concerns. If ms. M is ok with it, then so am I.
The only little hiccup we've had (ok, the other one gets it's own post) is that big guy is having a tough time transitioning from one activity to the next. An example- big guy is doing a fun art activity when it turns time to circle time for some songs and books, big guy will burst into tears. I notice this at home, too, but I figured it was a toddler things, apparently it's a big guy thing. I was pretty upset the next time big guy was in school, but then ms. M (who is so fabulous) said that she thought it was good that he got so upset, because it means that he is really enjoying himself and really focused on what he's doing. What??? Big guy apparently sits quietly and works on his activities and is very focused! Yeah!!! My baby doesn't have ADHD- but is just really busy, unless he's focused on his activities. What a great way to think about the transition concerns. If ms. M is ok with it, then so am I.
the closet
In our hall closet is pretty much everything- paper towels, toilet paper, extra plastic bags, tools, and of course, presents that I hide from big guy that I've purchased but am not ready to give to him. A cute easter basket, a crocodile bookbag, a cool mat with a street on it, and a CARS! bowling set. All have been bought on discount with coupons over the past few months. Since big guy has figured out how to open door handles, pretty much everything is on limits. The other day he got into the hall closet. I heard it open and walked over to see what he was looking at. Every present is on the highest shelf except for the bowling set, which was too bulky. What do I see but big guy ripping the plastic off and yelling, "car!" over and over. well, happy early b-day big guy!
Yeah! pee pee!
big guy peed in his toilet this morning! amazing! we've been dabbling slowly but surely in the- dare I say it, "potty-training." We've had the toilet for a while- it's based on the movie CARS! Which a pic of lightning mcqueen and when you "flush" it makes the sound of a car revving. very cute, big guy thinks it's hilarious to flush.
Anyway, recently big guy has started grabbing at his diaper when it's been wet or filled with poop in a -get this off of me kind of way. So, when he starts grabbing at it, I ask very casually, "do you have to pee?" And big guy will say "yeah!" So, I take off his pants and diaper and we plop on the toilet. mostly we stare down and practice pushing- with the grunting noise. Mostly, nothing happens. Except for today.
Big guy has had some serious diaper rash this week. he's been without a diaper pretty much anytime we are home. Earlier this week, he has sat on his toilet, done nothing, but then moved about five feet and peed on the floor. Which I'm always very expressive that he peed and then big guy gets a paper towel, cleans it up, and puts it in the trash. I've noticed that he really does not just pee anytime, but he will wait until I ask if he asks to pee- this must mean something in the world of potty training. is this how they practice to not pee at night? Anyway, big guy was sans diaper this morning and it had been a while, so I said, "DO you have to pee?" Yeah! Ok, I take out the toilet, he sits, tries to pee, but nothing. Oh well, I go leave him sitting on it watching some cartoon to do some laundry. Minutes later I hear, "Mamabear, mamabear!"
I yell back, what?? But get no response. I walk upstairs from the basement and see hubs rubbing big guy's head with a paper towel. I ask what happened, and hubs says, "well, you left and big guy was on his toilet and PEED in the toilet! I started clapping and then he picked up the little container and dumped it on his head with joy!" Oh! Yay!! I start clapping, too! Then big guy proceeded to pee a bunch of more times all over the house! At least we are somewhat on our way!!!
Anyway, recently big guy has started grabbing at his diaper when it's been wet or filled with poop in a -get this off of me kind of way. So, when he starts grabbing at it, I ask very casually, "do you have to pee?" And big guy will say "yeah!" So, I take off his pants and diaper and we plop on the toilet. mostly we stare down and practice pushing- with the grunting noise. Mostly, nothing happens. Except for today.
Big guy has had some serious diaper rash this week. he's been without a diaper pretty much anytime we are home. Earlier this week, he has sat on his toilet, done nothing, but then moved about five feet and peed on the floor. Which I'm always very expressive that he peed and then big guy gets a paper towel, cleans it up, and puts it in the trash. I've noticed that he really does not just pee anytime, but he will wait until I ask if he asks to pee- this must mean something in the world of potty training. is this how they practice to not pee at night? Anyway, big guy was sans diaper this morning and it had been a while, so I said, "DO you have to pee?" Yeah! Ok, I take out the toilet, he sits, tries to pee, but nothing. Oh well, I go leave him sitting on it watching some cartoon to do some laundry. Minutes later I hear, "Mamabear, mamabear!"
I yell back, what?? But get no response. I walk upstairs from the basement and see hubs rubbing big guy's head with a paper towel. I ask what happened, and hubs says, "well, you left and big guy was on his toilet and PEED in the toilet! I started clapping and then he picked up the little container and dumped it on his head with joy!" Oh! Yay!! I start clapping, too! Then big guy proceeded to pee a bunch of more times all over the house! At least we are somewhat on our way!!!
Tuesday, January 3, 2012
Hanukkah dinner
And to runs out our holiday festivities- we went to grandma C and grandpop J's house for the last night of Hanukkah. We opened presents first- big guy got his first box of Legos and a fun book with colors and shapes. Then we ate a nice calm dinner. And big guy proceeded to run around the house like a crazy person- wrestling his uncle I periodically. And then we got to light the candles on the menora and say the prayer in Hebrew. And uncle I said the first preacher for big guy's first time saying the prayers. A lovely evening!
Monday, January 2, 2012
Xmas at Dino's house
On Monday we went to gmom Dino's house for Xmas #3! We got there in the afternoon and quickly opened up presents whilst the dogs ran all over us. Big guy got train tracks, trains, and Hess trucks. His and I got a new comforter (yay). As well as some homemade wares from Dino. A new Xmas ornament in the shape of a train. The kitty cat got a train shaped catnip toy. And a picture frame with Thomas the train on it. Dino is very impressive.
Following a delicious Xmas dinner- or so I hear, I was still in severe belly pain, we headed over to sesame place. We really lucked out- it was in the high 40's. We got there just in time for the winter parade. Big guy was ecstatic. Cookie monster singing carols and a giant Elmo wearing winter clothes. Following the parade we picked up some kettle corn- big guys favorite- and headed to get some food. And then the meltdown happened.
You know when you are in a restaurant and there are either two ways your toddler can be. Either the normal child eating calmly and happily. Or your kid is the crazy person running around screaming, hiding under tables, writhing on the floor, and sobbing when you try to get them to eat. Yeah- big guy was the latter. After getting the dirty eyes from the other parents, we tucked our tails between our legs and ran from the restaurant. We then were bombarded in a good way by the amazing light displays all over the park. We went to a show where Elmo, Murray, and cookie monster were singing and dancing. And even though it was outside and a bit nippy- big guy was jumping up and down- screaming with joy! And cheering just as loud as we were- Definetly related to hubs and I!
Ending our trip we went to the gift shop where all a very furry Xmas products were 50% off- Dino and I picked out a super cute sweatshirt. As I was in line to purchase- big guy ran into the stockroom with hubs hot on his heels. Hubs went to go pick him up, but big guy took a swipe at hubs and hit the kettle corn bag- making it explode in a shower of kettle corn all over the floor. Dino quickly followed and gave a look of disgust! Big guy yelled a big uh-oh! Hubs comes running up to me in line and is like- take the child. I ask what happens and he tells me. I look at the cashier and say sorry, as she has heard the entire thing. She smiles and says, that's ok, they'll just get out the vacuum. I think she was probably thinking- at least it wasn't puke! Who knows the yuckiness that has happened in that storeroom!
Overall, a wonderful Xmas with gmom Dino and grumpy Grampy. The sesame street visit was way better than the summer visit. And then we got to set up the Thomas train tracks- oh boy, we are having even more fun!
Ending our trip we went to the gift shop where all a very furry Xmas products were 50% off- Dino and I picked out a super cute sweatshirt. As I was in line to purchase- big guy ran into the stockroom with hubs hot on his heels. Hubs went to go pick him up, but big guy took a swipe at hubs and hit the kettle corn bag- making it explode in a shower of kettle corn all over the floor. Dino quickly followed and gave a look of disgust! Big guy yelled a big uh-oh! Hubs comes running up to me in line and is like- take the child. I ask what happens and he tells me. I look at the cashier and say sorry, as she has heard the entire thing. She smiles and says, that's ok, they'll just get out the vacuum. I think she was probably thinking- at least it wasn't puke! Who knows the yuckiness that has happened in that storeroom!
Overall, a wonderful Xmas with gmom Dino and grumpy Grampy. The sesame street visit was way better than the summer visit. And then we got to set up the Thomas train tracks- oh boy, we are having even more fun!
Sunday, January 1, 2012
poop is up 20%
And in the next installment of funny things the hubs says:
The train table big guy got for xmas is just the right height for big guy to rest his belly on and plus he's up walking around, a lot of poop ensues. The first day alone he must have pooped five times, which prompted hubs to say, "Poop is up 20% with this train table!"
It might actually be true!!!
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