to top
Baby, Claire, Parenting, Personal

The Cutest Baby in the World

Nov 08. 2010

J is convinced that Claire is the cutest baby in the world. "How can you look at her and not think that she's the cutest baby ever? I dare you to show me a cuter baby!" My parents and in-laws all agree with him and are always marveling over their grandchild. And once again, I am the lone (reasonable?) voice in the crowd. "You only think so because she's your daughter/granddaughter," I tell them. "I'm sure you would think differently if she were someone else's kid." Uproar usually ensues. I think Claire is an average-looking baby. Not too hideous (and you have to admit that there are some ugly-looking babies out there) and not too adorable. Cheering on the Ravens yesterday There are moments, of course, when...

Continue reading
Geek in Heels
40 Comments
Asian, Baby, Korean, Parenting, Personal, Relationships

I Am Not a Prisoner

Nov 06. 2010

A few days ago, I sent out the following tweet which caused quite a stir: I immediately received dozens of replies, which were soon followed by emails and private messages from those who were worried that I was being held prisoner in my own house. And as much as it warmed my heart to know that so many people cared, all the concern made me laugh a bit because it simply was not true. Allow me to clarify. My husband comes from a very traditional Chinese family and he himself holds many of those traditional beliefs as well. The Chinese believe that the first month after giving birth is the most precarious for the mother and the baby; Chinese custom dictates that both the...

Continue reading
Geek in Heels
6 Comments
Finance, Guest Posts, Parenting

Guest Post: Baby Budgeting — Milk (And Another Giveaway!)

Nov 02. 2010

Here is Donna's third and final post of her fantastic series on baby budgeting: milk. Considering how much trouble I am having breastfeeding, I won't be lying if I were to say that I get very tempted to switch on over to formula. However, I will persevere for the time being and if I do end up going the formula route in the future, this is another post I will have bookmarked. Donna has also graciously offered to give away a $5 Amazon e-certificate. Just leave a comment to this post by Friday, 11/5/2010 and a winner will be chosen by a random number generator. Be sure to include your email address so that we can contact you if you win. Good luck,...

Continue reading
Geek in Heels
8 Comments
Guest Posts, Motherhood, Parenting

Guest Post: Impending Motherhood

Oct 20. 2010

While I may not have many friends in real life with babies, I have many online friends to whom I can turn for support, commiseration, and questions. Creature Gorgeous is just one of these friends, and we have developed quite a bond entering motherhood for the first time with our pregnancies just 8 weeks apart. Not only is she drop-dead gorgeous (even at 8 months pregnant!) with one of those "basketball bump" bellies that all pregnant women long for, she is kind, oozes intelligence and charm, stylish, and a great blogger to boot. Here, she writes about her thoughts on her pregnancy and impending motherhood. Enjoy! Note: This post was written three weeks ago so the dates are a bit off. Creature Gorgeous...

Continue reading
Geek in Heels
7 Comments
Baby, Claire, Motherhood, Parenting, Personal

Motherhood: The Most Difficult Journey Yet (Part 5)

Oct 19. 2010

Motherhood: The Most Difficult Journey Yet (Part 1) Motherhood: The Most Difficult Journey Yet (Part 2) Motherhood: The Most Difficult Journey Yet (Part 3) Motherhood: The Most Difficult Journey Yet (Part 4) Do what works best for you and your family. I repeat: Do what works best for you and your family. Books, articles, and internet forums are great sources of information and advice. But don't drive yourself crazy trying to follow everything to the teeth. Because as soon as I decided to take my mother's advice and cut down on my marathon pumping sessions, I actually started producing MORE milk. Additionally, I was better-rested, less stressed, and gave my nipples a chance to heal. I gradually cut down my pumping sessions from every 2 hours to every...

Continue reading
Geek in Heels
29 Comments
Newer Posts
Older Posts