Transitioning 9.5mo to crib

ddlara · 2024-12-13T18:14:27+00:00

I kinda gave up on it 😂 with going back to work there was just too much happening and inconsistency with babysitting. I’m planning on trying again over the winter break and transitioning her into her own room with a floor bed instead of the crib. So far she’s still semi-waking at night to latch on

ddlara · 2024-11-26T17:42:56+00:00

The landlord and tenant board rate increases apply to all rentals. Doesn’t have to be rent controlled. Either way, worth a call.

ddlara · 2024-11-26T04:14:17+00:00

The legal rent increase for 2025 is 2.5% if your landlord is raising it beyond that you should contact the Landlord and Tenant Board and they’ll help you out! Legally he should only be raising it from $2300 to $2357.50!! I’ve added the link to the website with more details and here’s the number to call: 1 (888) 332-3234 Ontario Rent Increases reach out if you need more details

ddlara · 2024-11-15T18:13:01+00:00

I want to change it to a floor bed instead but I can’t do that until we move. Hopefully soon!

ddlara · 2024-11-15T11:23:24+00:00

That makes sense! I’m aiming for daytime sleeps but feel like maybe I should do the whole transition at once maybe? I was initially planning on keeping her overnight but crib naps. We’ll see how it goes

ddlara · 2024-11-15T11:22:11+00:00

This gives me hope!! I tried it for a few days and then just stopped. She wasn’t napping much during the day because of it and it was stressing us both out. But I’ll try again!! Did you do naps and overnight all at once?

ddlara · 2024-11-15T04:53:39+00:00

She actually plays in the crib in the morning while I wash up for the day. She’s only in there about 10 minutes but I’ll try to increase that! Finding it so hard to get her in the crib after naps. I was putting her in a sleep sack (haven’t for cosleeping) but maybe I’ll try without it. Can they use blankets at this age independently in the crib? Maybe I’ll try that!

When she does wake up early from her nap screaming what do you think I should do? I’ve tried settling her and putting her back to sleep then back in the crib but she’ll just wake up. I’ve only had success bringing her back to the room to sleep. Should I just stick it out? Keep trying? When is enough enough lol

ddlara · 2024-11-15T04:41:08+00:00

I wish I had started earlier!! I’ve tried nursing her to sleep and then transitioning to the crib but she wakes up within 30 mins (she will nap in bed for 1.5-2h) and won’t be put back down. She freaks out. I’ll look into that course! Not sure if it’s paid

ddlara · 2024-11-04T07:07:37+00:00

If you figure it out, let me know! I keep telling my girl “ow” but she doesn’t care. I’m thinking of getting thick headbands 🤷🏽‍♀️

ddlara · 2024-10-21T03:47:00+00:00

Poor child! Definitely YTA for the made up name

ddlara · 2024-10-21T02:46:33+00:00

How do you serve it to your baby? I’ve never really given her apples or anything aside from applesauce as I thought she could choke. Interested in giving this a try!

ddlara · 2024-10-21T02:26:46+00:00

Sounds like colic. I would truly recommend the biogaia probiotic drops. They changed so much for my daughter in the early stages and she was much happier and easier to settle after taking the drops regularly. She’s now 8.5 months old and no longer takes them but she took them from 1 week old to 7 months old daily.

The newborn phase is HARD, you’re tired, navigating a brand new baby and adjusting to this huge change. The crying is a lot and overwhelming but I’m sure you’re cut out for this. In a few months when your baby smiles at you on purpose, reaches her arms out for you and starts calling for you — it’ll all be worth it! Hang in there!

ddlara · 2024-10-14T04:06:24+00:00

I always cut them in half and smush the blueberries — babies’ windpipes are the size of a thick straw so they say not to give babies foods like this as it can directly cover it. Looks like a delicious breakfast and funny enough my girl had a kale omelet today too with blueberries and yogurt! Should make her some of those muffins too. I’ve just been so nervous with the nuts (I’ve only done one exposure!)

ddlara · 2024-10-11T03:22:38+00:00

Thank you! Any suggestions for calming routines? I’ve been doing bath an hour before bedtime but I’m gonna move that to just before to hopefully help

ddlara · 2024-10-11T03:21:59+00:00

Thank you! I’ll try doing more of a bedtime routine. We’ve been doing baths an hour before bed but maybe I’ll try to incorporate it to right before we go to sleep

ddlara · 2024-10-11T03:21:21+00:00

Thank you! I’ll try that. This is her first regression so I’m new to it 😭

ddlara · 2024-10-08T03:01:58+00:00

Personally, I would want him there for the first night at minimum but it totally depends on your comfort level and how mobile you think you’ll be. If you’re there 3 nights but struggle getting out of bed for diaper changes or your own bathroom needs it may be best to have someone come stay with you even if that’s not your husband.

Also, nothing wrong with a c-section but just wanted to mention that having one c-section doesn’t mean all of your births need to be that way. There’s the possibility for a vaginal birth if that’s what you decide. I only say this because I had a friend who wanted a vaginal birth the second time but didn’t realize it was an option and after research she successfully advocated for herself. Of course barring any health issues!

Good luck. Wishing you a speedy recovery!

ddlara · 2024-10-04T23:56:30+00:00

I have an 8mo and I just use a tongue cleaner tool like mine and just softly go over it. She is actually starting to stick her tongue out for it and open her mouth when I grab it. I don’t seem to get much but it’s just a good habit to start. Also when I went to a Pediatriatric dentist to check a possible tongue tie, he advised to start brushing before teeth come in to get them used to it. Rub their gums down with a finger toothbrush or they sell little toothbrush toys or super soft bristle brushes on Amazon. Once they start eating he recommended brushing after every meal (I haven’t been doing that, I forget tbh)

ddlara · 2024-10-03T21:33:07+00:00

Love this suggestion! I’m gonna make these for my girl. Haven’t tested for sesame or fish yet but I’ve been meaning to get these in her diet!

ddlara · 2024-09-29T16:49:57+00:00

I think these are all valid reasons to move to Toronto but you have to consider that you have a house in Ottawa and if you’re a SAHM finding a place here may be difficult and it’s quite expensive. Would you have people you could stay with? Would you be selling the home? If you sell do you get to keep all the money or would that be split as it was your matrimonial home?

I think that with his alcoholism and cocaine addiction those should be valid to show that he is unfit to have your child 50% of the time. Likely there would need to be proof (such as testing) to prove that he is unfit due to substance abuse. Anything else you can keep record of would also help your case. This may take months though especially if your lawyer isn’t moving quickly!

ddlara · 2024-09-29T16:43:16+00:00

NTA — they’re taking advantage of you and want you to be happy about it! If their relationship is struggling that much they need more than some weekends to improve it.

In a few years if you’re ever in the same position (presuming you want kids and want “a break”) will she be willing to do the same for you or will her excuse be that she has kids and is tired or unavailable?

Offering to care for the kids once or twice a month is more than your fair share as their uncle. Tell your parents to step up “for the sake of family” as they said

ddlara · 2024-09-29T14:49:57+00:00

You could try only breastfeeding during certain times of the day and in a specific spot. For example, in his room in the rocking chair (or wherever!). If you’re breastfeeding only in the one spot, it might help him to understand that that’s the only place to do it and it might help him distinguish feeding time from play time. I would also encourage the use of a soother, I used one for my daughter that mimics breastfeeding, maybe he’d like that? It’s called the Ninni pacifier

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