Adriana is great, as I'm sure many 3 year olds are, at coming up with funny phrases. This week she keeps saying:"I know all my words."
I guess that means she is a big girls. So cute!!!!
January 11, 2008
Phrase of the week
Adriana is great, as I'm sure many 3 year olds are, at coming up with funny phrases. This week she keeps saying:"I know all my words."
I guess that means she is a big girls. So cute!!!!
January 10, 2008
Update on Dinner Schedule
I posted an updated January Dinner Schedule at the bottom of the blog. It is much better than the one that was posted in the blog. I'll be updating monthly with spontantous updates. Check it out!!!
There were three in the bed
Yes, we are a co-sleeping family. We are moving Adriana out of the bed slowly. She goes to sleep in her own bed but sometime through the night she ends up in our bed. I was hoping to have her totally in her own bed by the time the new baby comes but I am having my doubts.
The fun part about co-sleeping is the fun you have in the morning. This morning evn though I was up at 4:30 a.m. I layed back down in the bed when Michael and Adriana woke up. Adriana loves to snuggle. Then she attacked daddy, the tickle monster. Daddy got revenge, he turned into a lion and attacked mama and Adriana. Maybe mama was the reason Adriana was attacking daddy's feet. I love co-sleeping. It is great!!!!
The fun part about co-sleeping is the fun you have in the morning. This morning evn though I was up at 4:30 a.m. I layed back down in the bed when Michael and Adriana woke up. Adriana loves to snuggle. Then she attacked daddy, the tickle monster. Daddy got revenge, he turned into a lion and attacked mama and Adriana. Maybe mama was the reason Adriana was attacking daddy's feet. I love co-sleeping. It is great!!!!
A Pregnant Women
I'm not sure what to think but my 3-year old often refers to me as the pregnant women. I usually laugh but sometimes I wonder what it really means. She even tell other people "my mother is a pregnant women."
Can not sleep
Can you believe that it is 4:30 am and I am awake blogging. I went to bed at 8:00 p.m. but I should still be sleeping. Especially because my daughter still hasn't crawled into my bed. My back hurts. Boy this pregnancy is kicking my butt. With Adriana and didn't really feel pregnant. I sure do now. I started having back problem in Sept. I've been seeing a chiropractor once I week but I think I'm going to have to kick it up a knoch, twice a week. My back really feels better once I leave his office. I'm sure it would help if I did my exercise. They only take about 2 minutes twice a day. Well at least I'm getting stuff done while I'm awake. I finishing my baby registery on www.Juliesstuff.com. Life's good when you have 3 year old who still naps so at least I can look forward to a nap.
January 7, 2008
Dinner in January
When friends come to my house they are usually most interested in the dinner calendar I have my fridge. We didn't have a calendar up in December because of the move. That made life crazy. I find it most helpful to know every night what I'm having for dinner. Otherwise my family either eats really late or my husband makes a lot of dinners. My mind works best this way. I love it. I know what to take out of the freezer in the morning. It is also great for food shopping. We do sometimes change the schedule if necessary. Tonight for instance I pulled out steak instead of hamburger, pregnancy brain. Can't really have a Sheppard’s Pie with Steaks so I made steak and cheese, Michael opted for leftovers and Adriana wanted a hot dog. We only eat the all natural beef hot dogs. It was easy to improvise once the dinner was planned for and there was NO STRESS. I learned this from one of the book Saving Dinner, Leanne Ely. 
Check out her website http://www.savingdinner.com/. I have the book but her dinner's a little to complicate for me so I use my on calendar but it is the same idea. Because I'm due in February and learned from my December mistake I already have my dinner schedule done for February and March. Here is what's for dinner in January? Check out dinner menu at the botton of blog.
Check out her website http://www.savingdinner.com/. I have the book but her dinner's a little to complicate for me so I use my on calendar but it is the same idea. Because I'm due in February and learned from my December mistake I already have my dinner schedule done for February and March. Here is what's for dinner in January? Check out dinner menu at the botton of blog. Heartburn and Charlie Horses
I am 33 and 1/2 weeks pregnant. About 4 days ago I started getting heartburn. I have never had heartburn in my life. I could easily lived the rest of my life without having heartburn again but I don't think that is going to happen. Does anyone have any natural tips or cures on reliefing heartburn?
A few weeks ago I started getting Charlie Horse's again. It was the worse Charlie horse I have ever gotten in my life. The last time I got Charlie Horses was when I was pregnant with Adriana. I could have gone for the rest of my likfe without another Charlie Horse but then came the worse Charlie Horse you could ever imagine. The best advice I have recieved on reliefing charlie horses is drink more milk. I had alot more charlie horses while pregnant with Adriana. When I forget to drink my milk I suffer.
Life during pregnancy is quite interesting. Hormones are crazy and so life goes crazy also.
Here are some articles on pregnancy heartburn and cramps. Maybe they will be helpful to some of you.
What causes heartburn in pregnancy?
Heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux all commonly occur in late pregnancy. These symptoms are due to the hormone, progesterone, which relaxes the valve at the top of your stomach, causing a small amount of stomach acid, sometimes with partially digested food, to surge upwards into your oesophagus (gullet). Sometimes sickness in early pregnancy can be worsened by heartburn, or indigestion can make you feel sick. If you are expecting more than one baby or your baby is very large this will make your heartburn worse. If your baby is in a breech position (bottom first) in late pregnancy, his head will press up under your diaphragm and may trigger heartburn. Eating certain foods and smoking will also make things worse.
How can I prevent it?
Eating small meals more frequently will prevent your stomach becoming overfull and pushing up under your diaphragm. Try to eat your main meal of the day at lunchtime if at all possible and eat your evening meal early in the evening, so that your body has time to digest it before you go to bed. Avoid spicy, rich, fatty and fried foods and anything else which triggers the symptoms. Sugar, tea, coffee and certain food additives may also exacerbate heartburn. Lying down to relax after a meal is likely to cause regurgitation, so it is a good idea to sit upright for a while; you may also find you have to sleep propped up on two or three pillows at night in later pregnancy if the problem gets worse. Do not drink liquids with your food as this causes your digestive juices to become diluted and therefore less effective, but do drink between meals. Herbal teas such as peppermint will help digestion. Avoid drinking large quantities of other teas reputed to aid digestion, such as fennel, in pregnancy.
Self-help suggestions
Eating raw garlic every day, or taking a good quality garlic capsule can relieve the intensity of your symptoms. Make sure you purchase a garlic capsule which is labelled as being rich in allicin, the active ingredient (ask your midwife before taking supplements). Herbal remedies Ginger or chamomile tea can be useful, as can dandelion tea, but you should drink the latter with caution, particularly if you have high blood sugar or if you are taking tablets for high blood pressure. This is because dandelion can, in large doses, interfere with blood sugar levels, or it may affect the efficiency of medications for hypertension. The herbal remedy, slippery elm, is considered safe in pregnancy and can also help relieve heartburn.
What causes cramp in pregnancy?
Cramps are a form of muscle contraction which are usually felt in your legs or feet. Although we do not really understand why pregnant women suffer from cramp, it is thought that the legs become very tired from carrying around the extra weight of pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. This weight puts added pressure on the veins in your legs and lower body and you develop congestion in the pelvic area, so your circulation is not as efficient as normal. Another theory is that, because your body is working so hard, it can become deficient in levels of essential nutrients, including magnesium, calcium and vitamin C, or levels of phosphorus are too high. Being inactive, putting on too much weight or expecting more than one baby are factors which are likely to make leg cramps worse. They can be particularly troublesome during the night, when the sudden pain in your calf or foot can wake you up. Sometimes, you may initially experience cramp, but the discomfort in your legs then changes to a restless, jittery, "electric shock" type of sensation. All of these feelings are normal even though they are uncomfortable. If , however, the calf pain persists and becomes continuous, particularly if your leg is red and hot to the touch, consult your doctor or midwife immediately to ensure you are not developing a blood clot.
How can I prevent or treat cramps?
These preventative tips are also useful for treating cramp. Stay as active as you can during pregnancy. Walking, swimming, yoga or other gentle exercise may help to prevent cramps from becoming too severe. Walking the dog, taking your other children to the park or just wandering around the shops will all help you to get some gentle exercise. Remember to stop for a rest if you need it. Pay attention to your diet, incorporating foods which are high in magnesium, calcium and vitamin C, as these may prevent cramps and other symptoms of pregnancy. Calcium is found in dairy produce, green leafy vegetables, sunflower seeds, salmon and dried beans and pulses. Magnesium can be found in dates and figs, sweetcorn, green vegetables and apples. Vitamin C-rich foods include citrus fruits such as oranges, clementines and grapefruit, watercress, leafy greens, potatoes and tomatoes. There is some evidence to suggest that a vegetarian diet, or one in which vegetables, fruit and salad feature predominantly, may reduce the frequency and severity of leg cramps in late pregnancy. A good pregnancy multivitamin and mineral supplement can be useful, but check with your midwife before taking supplements. Excessive amounts of salt added to your food will encourage fluid retention. To prevent phosphorus rising beyond normal levels, cut down on red or processed meat, fast foods and soda water.
Self-help suggestions
Exercises and stretching Avoid sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time and try never to sit with your legs crossed, which reduces circulation in your legs. Stretch your calf muscles several times a day, by going up on tiptoe and then down again. This is also a good exercise to try before you go to bed. If you get a cramp, straighten your leg from the heel, gently flexing your "toes towards your nose". This can be uncomfortable but will ease the spasm and help the pain to go away. Make sure you do not flex your toes downwards, which will make cramp worse. While you are watching television or having dinner in the evening, circle your ankles slowly in one direction, then in the other.
A few weeks ago I started getting Charlie Horse's again. It was the worse Charlie horse I have ever gotten in my life. The last time I got Charlie Horses was when I was pregnant with Adriana. I could have gone for the rest of my likfe without another Charlie Horse but then came the worse Charlie Horse you could ever imagine. The best advice I have recieved on reliefing charlie horses is drink more milk. I had alot more charlie horses while pregnant with Adriana. When I forget to drink my milk I suffer.
Life during pregnancy is quite interesting. Hormones are crazy and so life goes crazy also.
Here are some articles on pregnancy heartburn and cramps. Maybe they will be helpful to some of you.
What causes heartburn in pregnancy?
Heartburn, indigestion and acid reflux all commonly occur in late pregnancy. These symptoms are due to the hormone, progesterone, which relaxes the valve at the top of your stomach, causing a small amount of stomach acid, sometimes with partially digested food, to surge upwards into your oesophagus (gullet). Sometimes sickness in early pregnancy can be worsened by heartburn, or indigestion can make you feel sick. If you are expecting more than one baby or your baby is very large this will make your heartburn worse. If your baby is in a breech position (bottom first) in late pregnancy, his head will press up under your diaphragm and may trigger heartburn. Eating certain foods and smoking will also make things worse.
How can I prevent it?
Eating small meals more frequently will prevent your stomach becoming overfull and pushing up under your diaphragm. Try to eat your main meal of the day at lunchtime if at all possible and eat your evening meal early in the evening, so that your body has time to digest it before you go to bed. Avoid spicy, rich, fatty and fried foods and anything else which triggers the symptoms. Sugar, tea, coffee and certain food additives may also exacerbate heartburn. Lying down to relax after a meal is likely to cause regurgitation, so it is a good idea to sit upright for a while; you may also find you have to sleep propped up on two or three pillows at night in later pregnancy if the problem gets worse. Do not drink liquids with your food as this causes your digestive juices to become diluted and therefore less effective, but do drink between meals. Herbal teas such as peppermint will help digestion. Avoid drinking large quantities of other teas reputed to aid digestion, such as fennel, in pregnancy.
Self-help suggestions
Eating raw garlic every day, or taking a good quality garlic capsule can relieve the intensity of your symptoms. Make sure you purchase a garlic capsule which is labelled as being rich in allicin, the active ingredient (ask your midwife before taking supplements). Herbal remedies Ginger or chamomile tea can be useful, as can dandelion tea, but you should drink the latter with caution, particularly if you have high blood sugar or if you are taking tablets for high blood pressure. This is because dandelion can, in large doses, interfere with blood sugar levels, or it may affect the efficiency of medications for hypertension. The herbal remedy, slippery elm, is considered safe in pregnancy and can also help relieve heartburn.
What causes cramp in pregnancy?
Cramps are a form of muscle contraction which are usually felt in your legs or feet. Although we do not really understand why pregnant women suffer from cramp, it is thought that the legs become very tired from carrying around the extra weight of pregnancy, especially in the last trimester. This weight puts added pressure on the veins in your legs and lower body and you develop congestion in the pelvic area, so your circulation is not as efficient as normal. Another theory is that, because your body is working so hard, it can become deficient in levels of essential nutrients, including magnesium, calcium and vitamin C, or levels of phosphorus are too high. Being inactive, putting on too much weight or expecting more than one baby are factors which are likely to make leg cramps worse. They can be particularly troublesome during the night, when the sudden pain in your calf or foot can wake you up. Sometimes, you may initially experience cramp, but the discomfort in your legs then changes to a restless, jittery, "electric shock" type of sensation. All of these feelings are normal even though they are uncomfortable. If , however, the calf pain persists and becomes continuous, particularly if your leg is red and hot to the touch, consult your doctor or midwife immediately to ensure you are not developing a blood clot.
How can I prevent or treat cramps?
These preventative tips are also useful for treating cramp. Stay as active as you can during pregnancy. Walking, swimming, yoga or other gentle exercise may help to prevent cramps from becoming too severe. Walking the dog, taking your other children to the park or just wandering around the shops will all help you to get some gentle exercise. Remember to stop for a rest if you need it. Pay attention to your diet, incorporating foods which are high in magnesium, calcium and vitamin C, as these may prevent cramps and other symptoms of pregnancy. Calcium is found in dairy produce, green leafy vegetables, sunflower seeds, salmon and dried beans and pulses. Magnesium can be found in dates and figs, sweetcorn, green vegetables and apples. Vitamin C-rich foods include citrus fruits such as oranges, clementines and grapefruit, watercress, leafy greens, potatoes and tomatoes. There is some evidence to suggest that a vegetarian diet, or one in which vegetables, fruit and salad feature predominantly, may reduce the frequency and severity of leg cramps in late pregnancy. A good pregnancy multivitamin and mineral supplement can be useful, but check with your midwife before taking supplements. Excessive amounts of salt added to your food will encourage fluid retention. To prevent phosphorus rising beyond normal levels, cut down on red or processed meat, fast foods and soda water.
Self-help suggestions
Exercises and stretching Avoid sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time and try never to sit with your legs crossed, which reduces circulation in your legs. Stretch your calf muscles several times a day, by going up on tiptoe and then down again. This is also a good exercise to try before you go to bed. If you get a cramp, straighten your leg from the heel, gently flexing your "toes towards your nose". This can be uncomfortable but will ease the spasm and help the pain to go away. Make sure you do not flex your toes downwards, which will make cramp worse. While you are watching television or having dinner in the evening, circle your ankles slowly in one direction, then in the other.
January 6, 2008
40 Days in Christmas
Did you know that Christmas does not officially end until The Presentation of Our Lord in the Temple, February 2, 40 days after the birth of Our Lord?
The Feast is also called, Feast of the Purification (Candlemas) 40 days after giving birth, Mary goes to the Temple to be purified and to "redeem" Jesus per the Old Testament Law of the firstborn. Christmas truly ends as a Season with Candlemas and the beginning of Septuagesima.
Abbot Gabriel, St. Benedict's Abbey, Still River, MA, talked about this in his Homily yesterday. I decided to look it up on-line, I believed him but I know some of you would like to see the official word. I found the most infomation on a traditional Catholic webstie, http://www.fisheaters.com/customschristmas1.html. Check it out if you are interested. I know I was.
The Feast is also called, Feast of the Purification (Candlemas) 40 days after giving birth, Mary goes to the Temple to be purified and to "redeem" Jesus per the Old Testament Law of the firstborn. Christmas truly ends as a Season with Candlemas and the beginning of Septuagesima.
Abbot Gabriel, St. Benedict's Abbey, Still River, MA, talked about this in his Homily yesterday. I decided to look it up on-line, I believed him but I know some of you would like to see the official word. I found the most infomation on a traditional Catholic webstie, http://www.fisheaters.com/customschristmas1.html. Check it out if you are interested. I know I was.
Merry Christmas!!!!
Averi's Birthday Party
We went to my niece's first birtday party today. She looked so cute. Here are some pictures.
Posing with the Birthday Girl
What's in the bag? Surprise, it's Adriana!!!
Adriana wanted Averi to unwrap her.
The Birthday Cake
The Birthday Girl Enjoying her first Birthday Cake.
January 3, 2008
A Toyland Welcome to the Niall Family Blog
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!!!!
Welcome to the Niall Family Blog. Sorry for the upside down pictures. I'm learning.
Thanks for visiting. Come again and often. - Love the Niall Family
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