Family Friday: Crazy Loop Straws
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I saw this idea last year, and I think it’s really clever for Halloween if you’re bemoaning the huge glut of candy that your kids get and that you give out to trick-or-treaters. I think it’s a great idea to give out crazy straws, because what kid doesn’t love crazy straws and what mom wouldn’t be happy that her kid got a crazy straw? This is also a nice option if you’re doing a gluten-free, allergy-friendly, teal-pumpkin Halloween. The only thing is, I can’t find links to any that are individually wrapped — they’re all sold in bulk, so you be the judge of how gross you would feel if your kid brought home an unwrapped straw. I think it’s still probably worth it if you’re into the idea. This pack of 50 is $10.99 — also check Party City, dollar stores, Walmart, and places like that. This does look like a great set though! Crazy Loop Straws (Pack of 50)
(If you prefer the idea for a small giveaway rather than a mass one, such as for a class Halloween party, this blogger has some nice printables for crazy straws.)
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- Target – Car-seat trade-in event through 9/28 — bring in an old car seat to get a 20% discount on other baby/toddler stuff.
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Kid/Family Sales
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Long names are hard to drink from.
I have a dumb question: How do I dress my now nine-month old in the winter months in NYC? For context, we carry him in a baby carrier to and from daycare.
Today it was high 50s in the morning. I wanted to put him in a long sleeve onesie, pants with feet (he doesn’t walk), and a hoodie. I have no idea where his single hoodie went, so I ended putting him in a cardigan instead, and covering his head with a blanket as we walked. Not ideal. Should I order him a thick winter coat, or a thinner puffer one that we can layer so he doesn’t overheat? He seems to run hot, generally.
Just wanted to give a follow up and ask the hive for support again.
I posted last week about my first ultrasound not going well and being a wreck while I waited. I had my (two!) follow-up appointments this week and the news is not good. I should be 9 weeks tomorrow but only measured at 6 weeks with no heartbeat.
My doctor really wants me to “let nature take its course,” but I’m just not sure how much longer I can wai, mentally.. Can anyone weigh in on using the drugs to help speed the process along? Should I push for the D&C? Wait it out?
Can anyone share an experience about a nursing strike? My 8 month old has not nursed for 48 hours. I was able to get him to latch briefly twice but mostly he just screams when I put him into a position to nurse (other positions haven’t worked either).
I was gone a lot for work for a few days, then he started biting and then he got sick. I am pumping and he is taking a bottle fine but I am sad and would like for the nursing relationship to resume.
His ears are fine, no teeth on the verge of popping through, not stuffy.
Will it get better? Any tips? All this pumping is really consuming and i am not ready to wean.
I am so sorry. I went through this almost two years ago and opted to take the medicine. I didn’t want a D&C because I needed closure, and I didn’t think I would have it if I went to sleep pregnant and woke up not. I won’t lie, it hurt worse than menstrual cramps, but my doctor prescribed painkillers to help. The first dose of medicine gave me awful cramps but didn’t start the bleeding, so I took another dose the next day. I am glad I used the drugs instead of waiting it out. I was able to control when it happened so it didn’t start at work. I took the medicine on a Thursday night, took Friday off, and it was more or less over by Monday.
Need a couple of good ideas to keep a pack of 4 year olds entertained at a birthday party. Plan is to be outside in huge, but very empty, yard. Already have a pinata, but want at least one more activity. Was thinking water guns, but even the thought of play guns makes me squeemish these days :( Bubbles are too frustrating for my kid and I think hoola-hoops would also be too difficult/annoying. Halp!
I just bought a babywearing fleece, I look like a kangaroo but baby seems warm and happy.
These straws have been a big hit! We’ve used them for goody bags for birthdays, and also used them with a printable for Valentines. They were creative, fun and well received, also relatively cheap and easy to put together.
Hey, nothing wrong with drinking my Friday night GIn & Tonic with a fun twirly straw either… :)
I am so sorry you are going through this. Several years ago I had a missed miscarriage at around 10 weeks. Because it was further along, my doc really recommended a d&c, but I had to wait a few days and that waiting was emotionally one of the hardest things I have ever done in my life. If you will find it difficult to work or participate in life while waiting for your body, definitely press your doctor for options to move faster. Sending so many good thoughts!!