Mommy 101

MOMMY 101
5 Things You Learn On A Daily Basis

1: Poop is never the same:
Some days, poop is green. Some days, poop is mushy. Some days, poop looks like a rock. Some days, its as liquid as a glass of water. Some days, poop is black. Some days, poop does not come for a visit but the next time it does come, you'll be sure to take out your trash as soon as the diaper is off. Nonetheless, it always smells. Whether it be a strong smell or a little smell, poop's smell never fails to go up your nostrils and make a little home up there for a minute. Be prepared.

2: Farts are funny:
Every time my son farts, he laughs. He thinks its absolutely hilarious when a bubble comes out his butt and makes a sound. I find myself laughing too each time he farts. Laughing is good for the soul. So, I guess that makes farting good for the soul too.

3. Smiles are contagious:
No matter how down you get, no matter how tired you are, no matter how annoying that scream is, remember to smile. When you smile, baby smiles. When baby smiles, everyone is happy!
That is one thing that I have learned quite well. When my son is crying and screaming and throwing a fit, I start singing a silly song and I do a silly dance and something magical happens- he smiles. The world is right when that boy smiles.

4. Baby is number one, not number two:
The boy always comes first. When he is not first, he can sense it. For example, today I was studying and little man was in his play exersaucer thing. Low and behold he sees mommy. Mommy is not paying attention. He makes some noises and bounces around a bit. Mommy does the "that's nice dear" type of thing and goes back to her school work. WHOA BUDDY. Big mistake. When baby wants attention, put down what you are doing and give it some lovin'. Even if it is only for a minute, it means the world to your child.
The other day I was outside and there a little boy playing on the monkey bars. He was begging and begging for his dad to watch him and his dad never looked up. You could see the hurt on his face when he finalized realized that his dad was not going to watch him. Being a parent comes first. Everything else can wait.

5. Bath time is play time:
Rylan barely ever cries in the bath. Usually, when he does, its because I am rushing through it. He loves the water! If your baby loves the water, take some extra time to just let them play! Rylan loves to splash and enjoys chewing on the rubber duckies. Kids can never have too much fun, so let them have fun! And enjoy the splash while your at it. If you didn't get the time to take a shower that day, consider it a mini bath.