tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post5921526194844206174..comments2023-10-31T07:08:49.742-07:00Comments on Taking the Statistical Bullet: Just MeKatiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08961948894847619115noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-45631979871543076142012-11-04T17:33:51.410-08:002012-11-04T17:33:51.410-08:00You know, I think babies are just HARD. I mean, if...You know, I think babies are just HARD. I mean, if someone handed me another 4-year-old I wouldn't think that was nearly as tough as when the nurse hands me another BABY.<br /><br />So I don't think anyone is BAD at parenting multiple kids, I think that's kind of a silly idea actually. I just think babies require SO MUCH ENERGY AND TIME AND BRAIN SPACE it doesn't leave a lot to brush one's own teeth with, much less attend to the frequent needs of other small children. There will be less time for everyone now that there's a whole other person and everyone just needs to adjust to that. Only 24 hours in the day and you only have two hands, you know?<br /><br />So, anyone raising an eyebrow at you can shut up. (if anyone is raising an eyebrow?) The idea that you should be able to just HANDLE it, seamlessly, is kind of absurd. I mean, I would like to see an eyebrow raiser HANDLE it. (Pffft!)<br /><br />(Also, SICK CHILDREN AND A BABY AT THE SAME TIME. I mean, that's just IMPOSSIBLE.)<br /><br />You are doing great, awesome even. One day at a time, keep plugging away, every day will be better than the last. <br /><br />xoA'Dellhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03665877479249525739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-65001999920876803432012-11-04T14:37:57.268-08:002012-11-04T14:37:57.268-08:00I'm interested in seeing the responses because...I'm interested in seeing the responses because I have two kiddos (almost 4 and 17 mos) and am expecting #3. Everyone I've talked to IRL has told me how easy the transition is from 2-3. I'm not sure what to think. I'm hoping I have an easier time than I did going from 1-2. That was really, really hard on me. One thing I have going for me - I do okay with sleep deprivation. I guess we'll just see; it's probably a different experience for everyone. Hope your babies get better soon and that you get some sleep!Elise Fordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04052256787031109127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-75281712839909358102012-11-04T01:36:03.680-08:002012-11-04T01:36:03.680-08:00I have three now as you know. Most of the time I g...I have three now as you know. Most of the time I gel like I am fighting an uphill battle. I hope it gets easier as Isobella gets older. Will the younger two just 14months apart, I am dealing with two babies pretty much. <br /><br />I know it sounds selfish, but I am so glad I am not the only one. <br /><br />My aunt has 8 kids. I think I would run away from that many. She's superwoman.Beckyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03211565734970321039noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-31421466557766210132012-11-03T19:02:58.715-07:002012-11-03T19:02:58.715-07:00it's the sleep! It definitely starts with the...it's the sleep! It definitely starts with the sleep...I SO do not do well with lack of sleep. Wish we lived closer - I'd totally let you take a nap! <br /><br />And it will get better once everyone is well. Sickness & lack of sleep is just pure torture! <br /><br />I don't know...I have 4 and the youngest is 19 months, and I still feel like a crazy person sometimes, and other times? I feel like a total rockstar.<br />And by that I mean that everyone has clean clothes and we actually get somewhere on time.<br /><br />Hugs to you, Katie! <br /><br /> Bethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09000554887585110598noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-73552608378696165332012-11-03T17:18:19.268-07:002012-11-03T17:18:19.268-07:00I only have one (he's four) and I'm about ...I only have one (he's four) and I'm about to have #2, but my son's little buddy is one of three. She mentioned that the transition to three was very hard "because we are outnumbered." When you have two parents and two kids I think it's easier to handle problems when they arise. <br /><br />Good luck!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-42139296619113113272012-11-03T16:13:45.941-07:002012-11-03T16:13:45.941-07:00Oy, we are having serious transition problems here...Oy, we are having serious transition problems here too. And I'm exhausted. <br /><br />I do second the nosefrieda recommendation. Except ours is a comfynose. Works great, especially combined with a bottle of baby saline. (Babies don't agree, I call it "waterboarding" when I do it to Ryan.) <br /><br />And sleep deprivation solidarity.HereWeGoAJenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17457680345376171720noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6490746375774981338.post-19859161340444915452012-11-03T13:46:46.067-07:002012-11-03T13:46:46.067-07:00Well, you know that I struggle with my 4 kids! Si...Well, you know that I struggle with my 4 kids! Since #2 and #3 were twins, I can't really comment on that transition. But it's DAMN hard for me now, and I wish I was doing it better. But it is what it is. Another IRL friend of mine said the transition from 2 to 3 kids was really hard for her, although I didn't know her then. It's not just you, K. It's not.<br /><br />(And have you tried the Nosefrida with Drew? Kinda cool and helpful.)<br /><br />Hang in there!Sunnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10964875388384777306noreply@blogger.com