I’m not sure why my heart feels heavy these days. I’ve had some incredibly candid conversations over the past few weeks with friends, the hubby and my parents, so that definitely has something to do with it. But mostly, no matter what’s going on in my world, LENNOX affects me the most. This little soul, this sweet and happy baby boy has changed my being in ways I NEVER knew possible. He affects me. Completely. I don’t know how to articulate it better than that. His laugh, his cry, the way he grabs me so tightly when we are cuddling. Our quiet moments in the morning while he drinks his milk and lays in my lap, when he throws food on the floor 🙈 ughh! Drives me crazy town Lol! Sitting on my lap and reading books- all day long, EVERYDAY, makes me so happy! Outside, inside, in Lennox’s play room, the nursery, on the changing table. Books have saved me during tantrums, given me a few moments to actually go to the bathroom- alone! Reading with Lennox has been some of my favorite moments with my baby boy. Now he’s starting to say the words as we read. He’s growing up and I struggle with that. It feels selfish sometimes. It’s the greatest joy to experience his milestones, but its bitter sweet. Do you know that feeling??! Sigh. Lennox… How did I survive before Lennox? I don’t know that answer. I really don’t. Thank you, God for making me a mommy. Thank you for making me Lennox’s mommy. All the heart ache, fears and worries are more than worth it to experience the laughs, the immense love and the absolute pure joy he makes me feel. From everything that I am, thank you. Lennox you are my greatest blessing, 🙏🏻 my greatest joy. Thank you for wearing a bowtie!!!!! Makes mommy soooo happy!!! 💋💋💋💋💋
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1. off the shoulder 2. skinnies 3. sandals 4. shark shirt 5. camo shorts 6. jellycat book
1. belt 2. bracelet 3. bracelet 4. necklace 5. love ring 6. baby tenni’s
1. off the shoulder 2. skinnies 3. sandals 4. shark shirt 5. camo shorts 6. jellycat book
Hi Amy. I’m a follower in the UK. I’m also a Mum of two; a daughter of 28 and a son of 31. I am also Grandma to a six year old little boy who is precious beyond words.
Yes our children grow up but they never cease being your babies. They are part of you forever and will always need you. You are the first person they run to in times of trouble. The relationship changes obviously but the love doesn’t. Enjoy the little Lennox but also remember that you are blessed with him forever. Lots of love. Christine xxx
Thank you. Thank you 🙏🏻
I know exactly how you feel. My baby girl will be one on August 29 and I struggle with how fast this year went and just how quickly she’s going to grow up. I also ask myself how I achieved happiness before she was born bc I’m someone who never even wanted children until age 39 when I got pregnant with her. I’m putting off planning her first birthday bc I just can’t face it that it’s been a whole year since she came into our worlds. I don’t have any words of wisdom for you about how to deal with the heartache of kids growing up…but I am a therapist and I do believe that normalizing these feelings can provide some relief. So just remember that you aren’t alone! Hugs mama!
That makes perfect sense to me. Thank you for your openness. I’ll always take advice from a therapist. The one year old birthday was a lot less traumatic than I though it would be. I’m hoping the same for you ❤️
Hi! I’m a night nurse/sleep trainer and just saw your Instagram video! He’s testing boundaries right now and knows that if he cries you’ll eventually come in. If you can see him on the monitor and tell that he’s fine there’s no reason to go in at all. This goes for nap and bedtime. Good luck and stay strong!
Hi Jody. Thank you so much for this information. I usually let him scream until he falls asleep. Today it took 40 minutes. The other day it took 70 minutes. Can I ask a couple questions? Today he fell asleep for roughly 12 minutes. Then he stood up and started screaming again. I ended up just going in and calling his nap. We are down to one nap. So obviously 12 minutes is not enough. So that’s my first question? What do you do when there’s just a short nap? My second question is one week ago my husband put him down for a nap. Well, he fell asleep with Lennox in the rocker for 30 minutes and then attempted to put him down for a nap and Lennox screamed for 30 minutes. At that point I got home and got him up. Ever since then he’s been doing this. Did my husband trigger this? I’m so frustrated. He was sleeping anywhere from an hour and a half to three hours a day during naptime and everything has changed in one week. I so appreciate your time. Thank you very much. ❤️
Hi there!
I’m writing regarding your story about Lennox sleeping. If he is still taking two naps a day, he may be ready for just one nap a day. If he is still taking a morning nap, I would cut that out and just have him have his afternoon nap which would probably end up being 2 hours long (fingers crossed). If he is already just taking one nap, you may need to adjust the time so he isn’t overly tired and try not to have him fall asleep in the car, stroller, etc. before nap time (I know, easier said then done).
Good luck! And remember it happens to everyone and try not to be too hard on yourself. It gets easier!
Hi Amy! I use Essential oils for my one and a half year old. It has done wonders for nap time and night time sleeping. My son was not a good sleeper before. We also did sleep training but the oils helped him (and myself) with that process. Now he gets an oil rubbed on him or in his diffuser every nap time/bed time 🙂 I would be happy to share more, I really don’t know what I would do without the oils!