Thehooperman
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Not good
Mine will definitely live in the house til it's no longer needed, and then likely be given away as we're a bit old to have another one!
You are talking about the travel system here not the child aren't you?
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You are talking about the travel system here not the child aren't you?
Glam
Mad Cat Woman
Going be nosey, how old are you Tek?Not good
Mine will definitely live in the house til it's no longer needed, and then likely be given away as we're a bit old to have another one!
My Dad was 51 when they had me, 55 when my younger sister came along.
staffordjas
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I was one week off 40 when I had son. With having nothing to do with babies , we got him home and hadn't a clue what to do with him . The dog had a better idea as she used to let us know when his nappy needed changing , with a sniff and a "Woof" and used to sleep by his cot .
Glam
Mad Cat Woman
Mum was 40 when she had me, they'd already got my elder sister. Sometimes I think she regretted having babies at the age she did, but she'd had a lot of fun beforehand and was ready to settle down.
I had the eldest at 18, followed over the next 8 years by the other 3. I don't have a single regret. I'm 57 now, and can do anything I want.
Bob
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It's been a few years but hers my list.
Pushchair - A travel system is a lifesaver for the first few months. We had the Quinny Buzz and it was fab, looks like it's been replaced by the Zapp now, it was sturdy and versatile and I loved that you could have the forward facing for when they're older and the rear facing so you can see them while you're out and about. One handed fold down and it was really easy to clean too!
Clothes - They do some cracking little outfits but most of them might get worn once and others not at all, invest in good quality vests and onesies/sleep suits then team up with a cute jumper or cardi easy to get on and off and comfy for baby. Bibs/dripple bibs are a necessity along with muslin cloths, you cant have too many of these things. Look out for age bundles on ebay/facebook, I've bought stuff second hand that been through my eldest, my niece, my youngest and then sent on for my other niece, it's the nice dresses that only get worn a handful of times that seem to last forever.
Changing - really you just need a blanket on the floor for most situations, we had a velvety waterproof dog blanket for when we were out and about to go on public changing tables, warm, hygienic, compact and easy to clean! A good big changing bag with lots of compartments makes life a lot easier.
Sleeping - Crib and cot-bed for child two and didn't miss the Moses basket we also had first time round, the baby swing was a good investment to steal a few minutes of peace. We tried the swaddling and tucking in, eventually we invested in baby sleeping bags and never looked back, fancy mobiles look great too but the batteries last about 10 seconds and they quickly drive you bonkers, my two loved a star projector for the ceiling and a bit of Classic FM
Bath time - we had the baby baths and baby bath seats and slip matts and bubble machine ect first time round, child two was washed in the sink and when she got too big she was plonked in a bumboo seat (£5 off eBay and definitely my best investment) in the bath, she loved it and it was loads easier.
Feeding - I switched to bottles after a month or so for both, if expressing it definitely worth investing in a motorised rather than manual pump - I learned this the hard way. We found the Tommee Tipee bottles worked best for combined feeding and just stuck with them afterwards, pay attention the the flow/age recommendation for the teats. The bottles lasted forever but the teats needed replacing every few months. We just had a plug in 6 bottle steriliser on the kitchen side.
Other stuff - Baby monitor, ear thermometer, nappy bags, wipes, nappy rash cream, dummies if you want them - they were a god send for the first few months then we gave up when they managed for find their own thumbs (at about 4 months) Stock up on nappies, you will use more than you think, get a few different brands and see what suits, same with formula if bottle feeding.
Most importantly
- Try to enjoy it, they change so quickly when they're tiny and every day is an adventure.
- Everyone will have an opinion about everything BUT only yours and your partners opinions matter.
- No baby comes with instructions, baby will tell you when he/she want's something, just try not to drop it and trust your instincts.
- The first 6 weeks are the hardest without a doubt, it does get easier as baby goes longer between feeds and you all settle into a routine.
- It will take you three days to leave the house - every time you leave the house, the answer is a well stocked change bag always ready to go and a basket in the the main family room with spare everything in it too.
- Always have at least 3 spare outfits in your change bag.
Last but not least - Baby vests pull down too!
Pushchair - A travel system is a lifesaver for the first few months. We had the Quinny Buzz and it was fab, looks like it's been replaced by the Zapp now, it was sturdy and versatile and I loved that you could have the forward facing for when they're older and the rear facing so you can see them while you're out and about. One handed fold down and it was really easy to clean too!
Clothes - They do some cracking little outfits but most of them might get worn once and others not at all, invest in good quality vests and onesies/sleep suits then team up with a cute jumper or cardi easy to get on and off and comfy for baby. Bibs/dripple bibs are a necessity along with muslin cloths, you cant have too many of these things. Look out for age bundles on ebay/facebook, I've bought stuff second hand that been through my eldest, my niece, my youngest and then sent on for my other niece, it's the nice dresses that only get worn a handful of times that seem to last forever.
Changing - really you just need a blanket on the floor for most situations, we had a velvety waterproof dog blanket for when we were out and about to go on public changing tables, warm, hygienic, compact and easy to clean! A good big changing bag with lots of compartments makes life a lot easier.
Sleeping - Crib and cot-bed for child two and didn't miss the Moses basket we also had first time round, the baby swing was a good investment to steal a few minutes of peace. We tried the swaddling and tucking in, eventually we invested in baby sleeping bags and never looked back, fancy mobiles look great too but the batteries last about 10 seconds and they quickly drive you bonkers, my two loved a star projector for the ceiling and a bit of Classic FM
Bath time - we had the baby baths and baby bath seats and slip matts and bubble machine ect first time round, child two was washed in the sink and when she got too big she was plonked in a bumboo seat (£5 off eBay and definitely my best investment) in the bath, she loved it and it was loads easier.
Feeding - I switched to bottles after a month or so for both, if expressing it definitely worth investing in a motorised rather than manual pump - I learned this the hard way. We found the Tommee Tipee bottles worked best for combined feeding and just stuck with them afterwards, pay attention the the flow/age recommendation for the teats. The bottles lasted forever but the teats needed replacing every few months. We just had a plug in 6 bottle steriliser on the kitchen side.
Other stuff - Baby monitor, ear thermometer, nappy bags, wipes, nappy rash cream, dummies if you want them - they were a god send for the first few months then we gave up when they managed for find their own thumbs (at about 4 months) Stock up on nappies, you will use more than you think, get a few different brands and see what suits, same with formula if bottle feeding.
Most importantly
- Try to enjoy it, they change so quickly when they're tiny and every day is an adventure.
- Everyone will have an opinion about everything BUT only yours and your partners opinions matter.
- No baby comes with instructions, baby will tell you when he/she want's something, just try not to drop it and trust your instincts.
- The first 6 weeks are the hardest without a doubt, it does get easier as baby goes longer between feeds and you all settle into a routine.
- It will take you three days to leave the house - every time you leave the house, the answer is a well stocked change bag always ready to go and a basket in the the main family room with spare everything in it too.
- Always have at least 3 spare outfits in your change bag.
Last but not least - Baby vests pull down too!
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tek-monkey
wanna see my snake?
45, my OH is 40. So we're not exactly pensioners, but a lot older than most to be having their first child.
Thanks everyone for all the advice, I am reading it and taking it in!
Theresa Green
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One, is more than twice as 'easy' two
Three is next to impossible
Once you get to three don't stop
7 and 11 are prime numbers
Even if you're no longer in it
Three is next to impossible
Once you get to three don't stop
7 and 11 are prime numbers
Even if you're no longer in it
Theresa Green
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My husband and I decided we didn't want to have children
We're telling them tonight
We're telling them tonight
tek-monkey
wanna see my snake?
My mum works in asda so I suspect she'll already have bought lots! I have a changing table/chest of drawers thing coming from aldi, and we now have a selection of prams (won more than I expected on ebay!). Just need the living room sorted really so I can get the rest of the house back to some normality.
Gramaisc
Forum O. G.
That will require a fully independent assessment.
tek-monkey
wanna see my snake?
The bearded lodger hasn't been seen in some time and the unlicensed moose shall be moving to pastures old soon too (back with mum!). At 45 I've never actually lived on my own, although I guess having a wife means I still wont!
Gramaisc
Forum O. G.
I understand that the premises have recently had a new floor...
Thehooperman
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Trumpet
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Normality will dissappear again when child arrives.
tek-monkey
wanna see my snake?
It did indeed, but I'm loving it!
littleme
250,000th poster!
I find the whole grandparent thing so stressfull. He jumps, leaps, bounds off everything, throws anything he can with horrific accuracy.... Only wants to sit on me if he's going to throw up in my face, his dad (my son) has a very different way of parenting... He 'asks' the grandson to stop hurtling balls towards our faces, asks him to stop parkouring across the living room, asks him to stop hitting us with his little wooden hammer (wooden building set we bought), lots of asking, and no 'stop! You will hurt you/someone else and I feel I can't say anything against his style of parenting, there really seem to be no rules at all, if he doesn't eat his tea he gets chocolate anyway, all things like this...... Being a parent was sooooo much easier than being a grandparent.