So. Breastfeeding.It has gone exactly how it went with my first two attempts: kind of sucky (pun intended).These nipples of mine just weren't made for it (they are kind of flat and as soon as my milk comes in they get stretched taut like the skin of an orange and the baby kind of looks at them like, … [Read more...]
And like that it’s over
2 days ago, I didn't know it would be the last time. Yesterday, my Baby weaned herself from me. Almost 18 months, she is no longer an infant; she's asserting herself in so many ways. I'm emotional today. Something feels off. I feel uneasy. The morning was … [Read more...]
The Perils of Weaning
I can't believe it. My Baby is almost 1. I've been referring to her as my "newborn" for so long, and now she's on the verge of becoming a toddler - just like that. I just started weaning her from the breast, and I'm having a tough time. This time around, it's more … [Read more...]
Judge This!
A long, long time ago in a galaxy far, far away, I was a young mother with a four-month old daughter. I religiously attended La Leche League meetings and co-founded a natural parents group at the local complementary health centre.I breastfed. On demand and in public. Proudly. Ostentatiously, even. I … [Read more...]
Ramadan begins
My kids went back to school on Tuesday. It's our third year at Petite Maison and it feels like home. My kids have the same teacher as before, and she welcomed us with hugs and kisses. I love this school and am thrilled to be beginning another year there - it's a very special place. Tuesday … [Read more...]
Little Green Monsters
When the Baby was born three months ago, our friends and family all asked if the Boy and Girl were jealous of their new baby sister. "No!" I exclaimed proudly. "They are so in love with their sister that they are competing over who gets to be with her the most." I … [Read more...]
Week 1 with The Baby
Sorry about my delay in posting, but it's been an overwhelming few days. Before I write any more, I've decided to give names to my kids (to make it easier on my readers and me!): My five year old son will be the Boy, my 3 year old daughter - the Girl, and my new little angel - the … [Read more...]