Eclectic Lotus

As I discuss breastfeeding and childbirth there is something else dear to my heart may be because I know people who are and they are better for it. Adoption I am actually not one of those people who cry at birth stories but I do cry from adoption stories. They are so much more touching to me and I can't really explain why. May be it is because I see so many babies that should be in better homes. . .homes where the mommy and daddy actually wanted kids and want to spoil those children with love, something that many of us are beginning to forget is that kids need time and love.  I can't name the friends but I have friends that are currently suffering with infertility issues and they are married and I honestly think they would make some ROCKIN parents! It hurts me to hear this and with American adoptions are so iffy. You put money into getting a child of your own to love and care for and nurture only for the birth parents to say, "You know, I don't have a lot ...

As of today, my son is 10 weeks and one day. I am shocked at how the time flies. I heard a saying that a day takes forever but time flies in an instant. I am beginning to see the correlation. The holidays are coming in and I have lacked the ability to go ahead and get some Christmas cards available. I have also lacked on memory that my own birthday is up and coming this weekend. Having a kid really does give the holiday spirit. Baby stats: Weight (at 2 months): 12lbs and 6oz Length (at 2 months): 24 1/3" 95th percentile Jonathan smiles at anyone! He smiles the most at mommy. He loves "dancing" with mommy and tries to talk to her with his coo's. He also loves story time- one of his favorite stories is Corduroy en espanol. Jonathan also loves his swing so he can stare at the little monkeys. Jonathan does not like long car rides, cold air and being away from mommy or daddy too long. (may be a problem when mommy goes back to work.) He is now growing ...

How does my little one make this decision difficult? 1- He sleeps at night 2- He smiles at me in the morning 3- Nothing makes me happier than curling up next to him during nap time 4- I get a chance to cook! (don't really cook when I get home at 5:30PM) 5- I love the mommy groups I attend I don't want to miss his firsts. I don't want to miss his first word, his first steps and I don't want him to get it confused. . . I am mommy!!! Also that first day I leave him is going to be the hardest of all. He has been with me everyday since he was born. When I go to the store or anywhere he comes with me! My husband gave me the option to go back to work in April which I would LOVE but I have to go back. Why I have to go back to work? 1- I need a new car and putting down for a house 2- Must keep paying those school loans 3- Saving up for our trip to Canada in September Hmm. . . thought this list would be longer. It is difficult because I have yet to look for nan...