Monday, April 18, 2011

Mama's Tired

It feels like this week is just an extension of last week, which means this week is going to be a really, really long week if I don't change my outlook on it. With Michael working really late and this past weekend, I feel like it's just been me and E non stop. Not to mention for some reason he's getting up early, refusing to take naps, and waking up in the middle of the night for unknown reasons.

We've been battling it out at the highchair too. I know Ethan, pureed zucchini really isn't that great. I bought him some plum organics this weekend for on-the-go feedings and a couple other things to sustain him until my mega ice cube trays arrive in the mail. We started out with the butternut squash and bananas which tasted DELICIOUS to me....like banana bread batter. My kid still turned up his nose a little bit. I think I've scarred him for life with this zucchini.

We've also been battling it out on the changing table. He refuses to stay put now. He feels the need to flip over and has to feel the wall every time giving me the sideways butt. I either have to manhandle him with my upper body and endure the screaming in my ear or try diapering him backwards or sideways.

"No, sir" is also appearing in my vocabulary more than I would like at this point. He slams his tray, grabs at the bowl, turns his head away, flips around like a fish out of water on the changing table, wants my food, won't have anything to do with his food, must touch anything that's new, breakable, shiny, or dangerous.

I know this is just the beginning. There will be a lot more "no's" to come and battles to fight. I'm getting a glimpse at his independent side, he's forming his own little opinions on things, and wants to explore everything. Although it can be fun and exciting....it has it's downsides too. It's hard to reason with a 6 month old.

Oh did I mention...I'm taking the paci away during waketime now. Yay for another battle!

Ok, I'm going to go fall asleep in my big cup of coffee. Wish me luck.

6 comments :

  1. Oh...hope this week turns around for you...and that your ice cube trays arrive soon. :)

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  2. Hang in there Girl!!

    Being childless, I have no useful advice. Sorry.

    But I'm hoping your week gets easier!!!

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  3. Oh my -I'm afraid my little Addie is at this stage too - everything is becoming a challenge!!

    We did zucchini for the first time this weekend as well and it wasn't her fave. We love the Plum Organics for on the go too (esp. with the little boon spoon attachment)!!

    Hope you have a good Monday:)

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  4. Good luck!

    I used the easy-ups for this stage- when my boys fought their diapers. That made it easier.

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  5. Hope this week gets better!

    BTW - I picked up a copy of The Happiness Project and just started reading this morning. LOVE it!

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  6. Oh boy have I been there...and I admit that things DO get better before they get worse. The tantrums change, and you learn to pick and choose your battles. When he gets hungry enough, he'll eat what you're offering him. :) And that sideways butt, thing? SUCH A PAIN! Hugs! Hope you find yourself time to relax!

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