Daddy knows best (he likes to think so)…

Alright, I have to admit that I have not been flawless in this entire process (imagine that). Victoria and I read books, listened to others, and attended several classes as well as observed others. I felt pretty confident in our skills and figured since we were raised from such wonderful parents that “the apple didn’t fall too far from the tree”.

Well, we lined everything up. We have successfully tackled breastfeeding (I am very proud and happy Victoria and Connor were able to do this even after introducing a bottle during the first 7 days). We have him sleeping in his crib. We have him in somewhat of a routine. We are not totally exhausted like we were led to believe. We still find time to spend as a couple (ie. having breakfast together). Check, check, check, check…

Well, let’s just say I figured the “old school parents” had nothing on us. (I am saying this jokingly, so don’t start sending me hate mail.) Well, I was wrong…

Rubber donut:

About 2 months before Victoria’s delivery, my mom suggested that I order Victoria a rubber donut for her to sit on once she had Connor. She said that it would make her feel comfortable. Well, I had heard from a couple of other “newer moms” that the boppie would work just as well. So, Victoria and I decided against it and figured she could use the boppie. Well, let’s just say 2 days after we were home, my mom had picked up a rubber donut, blew it up, and hand delivered it to Victoria. Victoria carried it with her everywhere she went (even to the doctor’s office) for the next week. Chalk one up to Grandma.

Treating diaper rash:

All I remember from the childbirth class was not to use baby powder to treat diaper rash. Well, I lumped corn starch in with it. Connor has developed a diaper rash and the creams don’t seem to be working too well. My mom has been telling me about corn starch for the past week and I keep telling her it is not good for the baby. Well, after some reading and a suggestion from Victoria’s friend I broke down and bought some corn starch tonight. It seems to do a better job on Connor’s bottom. Chalk another one up to Grandma.

I guess what I am saying is, continue to make the suggestions — we listen but sometimes we just have to try it our way for a while. If and when we have another child, you can bet I will have that rubber donut handy for Victoria!!!!

Love you Mom!