tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post3485810754012569928..comments2024-03-16T13:55:31.519-04:00Comments on Brooklyn Limestone: Yes, I'm one of "those people" now...Mrs. Limestonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06159249562273770481noreply@blogger.comBlogger67125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-76629234272656257362013-02-12T20:25:54.660-05:002013-02-12T20:25:54.660-05:00It really is such a special time and they grow so ...It really is such a special time and they grow so fast that you want to hold onto those little coo's and sleepless nights (as crazy as it sounds). And you'll look back at them fondly in a year or two (I know sounds strange again) but you really just enjoy every single moment - even the ones that don't seem so fun. We're expecting our second and I'm really looking forward to bringing our second baby home with us. I know it's going to be different than the first time just in a different more beautiful way. I remember the first few weeks being a huge emotional roller coaster and I remember kind of feeling alone, but then I soon realized that I was not alone at all - I had so much love surrounding me. Enjoy this special time!Holly Gruszkahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06562245870313515897noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-10387384359307995482013-02-04T09:00:17.151-05:002013-02-04T09:00:17.151-05:00I too am a working mom who had only 12 very short ...I too am a working mom who had only 12 very short weeks of maternity leave...just soak it all up. Every second. My son is 8 months old now and I miss my maternity leave every day. Of course there were times when I was overwhelmed or felt like I should be back to "normal" by x weeks, but really, that time is so short. So cliche, but so true. Enjoy the milk drunk, baby sleeping on you, time. It. goes. so. fast. <br /><br />I don't regret those blog posts I didn't write, but I wish I could have squeezed in a few more snuggles.Rebecca @ the lil house that couldhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09323130448810586382noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-35032607067963997252013-02-03T23:04:37.442-05:002013-02-03T23:04:37.442-05:00It's ok to just spend hours staring at her. Do...It's ok to just spend hours staring at her. Do it now, because very soon she will be running around won't sit still long enough to get a good look at her. Spend as much time as possible just holding her and studying her fingers and shapes of her mouth and eyes. You'll be happy you did and all those things on your to do list really don't matter all that much. You can never get this time back. Enjoy every minute! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05641591089372504121noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-82134489004297850482013-01-31T19:43:15.951-05:002013-01-31T19:43:15.951-05:00Your little one is adorable! As a mum to three boy...Your little one is adorable! As a mum to three boys now 25, 18 and 17, looking back on that time when my babies were tiny I wish I had enjoyed it more. Don't rush to back to your 'previous life' enjoy the time as much as you can - without guilt! The years will pass so fast as it is - don't wish it upon yourself. And yes maybe you will bore some people, but those who matter will love you for being a beautiful, caring mum. <br /><br />And if you slow your pace down to your baby's you can immerse yourself fully in the moment and enjoy and cherish every little thing...because really they are the things that matter. xxxRobynehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16307270731858281495noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-57534833754988177742013-01-31T15:49:07.648-05:002013-01-31T15:49:07.648-05:00Well, first of all....she is so perfect!! I have a...Well, first of all....she is so perfect!! I have a 16 month old baby girl, and I still don't feel like I am out of that "baby admiring phase". To be quite honest, I don't know that I will ever be. I feel like the moment I held her, EVERYTHING shifted for me. <br /><br /> As far as advice goes...You just need to know that you are so equipped to take care of her every need, and you should trust your instincts. Don't sress....its so not worth it. Also, I think becoming a mommy makes you feel so empowered and beautiful in its own way....bask in that! :) My husband and I would just laugh at the fact that we would just sit there and stare at her for hours on in. I don't regret it. Nobody told me how quickly the "baby baby phase" goes by. When Amara got to be about 9 months, she started really having a mind of her own. I miss the baby cuddles so much, and the fact that we could just lay in bed together for as long as we wanted. It sounds like you are already trying to soak it all up. I love your blog, and am so happy for your new addition. You have a beautiful family!! Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11491890726494147264noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-6741271530699659832013-01-31T07:03:37.776-05:002013-01-31T07:03:37.776-05:00First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! She is beautiful! ...First of all, CONGRATULATIONS! She is beautiful! I just had a baby in 2011, which explains why I didn't know you were expecting! As a new parent, my blog reading suffered - ha! Anyway, love love love the nursery, her name...it's all beautiful! <br /><br />As for advice, a few game changers for me...Babywise, the book. It worked for us. We both slept and were better people for it! <br /><br />Secondly, we hired a nanny at 3 months. We went back to our home in the British Virgin Islands when our little baby was about 2 months, and I went from having family 20 miles away to 2,000 miles away. I went almost three straight weeks without being separated from my baby...not a single grocery run, or anything. It was time to get a few hours away, here and there. It was good for my soul - to have a moment to breathe, collect my thoughts, and think about something other than baby. <br /><br />I'm afraid to put these thoughts in the "advice" column, because everyone is so different. Just follow your gut and don't apologize for doing things "your way." Your way is the right way. So, maybe that's my advice: OWN IT. BE CONFIDENT. YOU MADE THIS BEAUTIFUL BABY, AND YOU KNOW WHAT IS BEST!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-8846494162874941082013-01-29T22:18:32.745-05:002013-01-29T22:18:32.745-05:00Enjoy every minute and every minute from this poin...Enjoy every minute and every minute from this point on. She's going to change and grow so fast so let yourself be enthralled. You will never be the same but your interests will return and new ones will pop up. Just process and deal with this time however you want because it only happens once. You will find a new you on the other side. Congrats!Jessica at Lavender and Liliesnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-75983599115154815412013-01-29T18:15:36.405-05:002013-01-29T18:15:36.405-05:00She is beautiful! Mine just turned 2. I was in a f...She is beautiful! Mine just turned 2. I was in a fog for the first six months. Feels like yesterday! Enjoy how your life has changed. It's comparable to nothing.julie petunianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-87689495503120386202013-01-29T10:41:19.375-05:002013-01-29T10:41:19.375-05:00The best thing I did was slowly get back into work...The best thing I did was slowly get back into work. I went back part time at first to ease the transition and it made all the difference. I have friends who took a longer maternity leave and then had to go straight back to full time and it was HARD. Other than that, just soak up every precious moment and be sure to get photos and videos so you can remember it all later cause it goes by sooo fast.Emily Mnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-25061658888545731232013-01-28T14:33:37.968-05:002013-01-28T14:33:37.968-05:00Congrats, she's beautiful! Others have mention...Congrats, she's beautiful! Others have mentioned it, bit I'll say it again. Go out with her and meet up with other moms. Its so important to have a support group of other women. I miss walking arround with my now 13 month old in the sling as she slept or watched the world go by.Rebeccanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-65095813971485530442013-01-28T09:29:57.166-05:002013-01-28T09:29:57.166-05:00I love baby posts too, ad I would be/do exactly th...I love baby posts too, ad I would be/do exactly the same. I'm sure its an incredibly amazing time! what a blessing! congrats!Helena - A Diary of Lovelynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-76218831228564311172013-01-28T09:07:19.126-05:002013-01-28T09:07:19.126-05:00I am also a new mom. I recently tried to get my 4 ...I am also a new mom. I recently tried to get my 4 month old daughter on some sort of schedule. It didn't work and I started reading books on what to do. (Note, the only book I ever read while pregnant was What to Expect When You're Expecting and I stayed away from the internet.) My conclusion... throw out the books and let my daughter lead the way. I went back to just putting her down every couple of hours when she was tired and I can already tell she is sleeping better and happier. I've realized you can't force things, so don't try to. And now I'm enjoying motherhood more than ever. I'm "one of those people" too. :) Another thing I wish I would have done differently... I was so consumed with my daughter at the beginning that I forgot to take pictures. Take lots of pictures. Enjoy and congratulations!tricianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-74893744087772634142013-01-28T07:34:30.721-05:002013-01-28T07:34:30.721-05:00Go ahead and enjoy this special time! When you'...Go ahead and enjoy this special time! When you're feeling up to it, meeting up with a friend or two to unwind and catch up on the outside world :) <br /><br /><br /><br />Congratulations again on your bundle of joy!Elle Martinezhttp://couplemoney.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-43064945536653521242013-01-27T13:13:25.354-05:002013-01-27T13:13:25.354-05:00My oldest son returned to his freshman year of col...My oldest son returned to his freshman year of college after being home for five weeks for the holidays. For some reason it is harder this time because I know how quiet the house will be. He is happy and loving school so who could ask for more? Don't stop obsessing because before you know it they are off on the new adventures you have been preparing them for.Stovesand Stylenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-87522720680763260122013-01-27T11:51:41.144-05:002013-01-27T11:51:41.144-05:00With 4 grown children of our own, I can celebrate ...With 4 grown children of our own, I can celebrate with you as you begin this journey of the heart. It will be like NO other you have ever been on, none like you could have ever expected. <br />Remember just a few things: well, maybe 4. ;)<br />~Keep your life simple. Less stuff, commitments, and outside pulling of your time will keep you close to home where you want to be. <br />~ She will grow up at the speed of light! (or so it seems). So take heed, and re-read my first suggestion.<br />~Love and respect her Daddy deeply, and let him love and care for you, passionately<br />How you two treat each other is the blueprint for what your baby girl will one day look for in her relationships. Which leads me to my 4th and final suggestion.<br />~ Spend time together without her. Yes, without her. Find a trustworthy sitter/family member whom you can rely on to push you out that front door for, couple time. If you have taken suggestion 1 seriously, and learn early to practice it, you will need and be renewed by suggestion 4. ;) <br />Hugs From My HeartLisa Currie-Gurneynoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-76901394929271690522013-01-27T09:32:05.802-05:002013-01-27T09:32:05.802-05:00sleep when she sleeps, it works WONDERS!!!!sleep when she sleeps, it works WONDERS!!!!Pam Castellihttp://www.facebook.com/people/Pam-Castelli/564232812noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-60556543705952814622013-01-27T07:14:37.527-05:002013-01-27T07:14:37.527-05:00Blah, where did my first comment go? Just wanted t...Blah, where did my first comment go? Just wanted to say your baby is very lovely and sweet and beautiful. Really she is one of the most beautiful babies I've ever seen. I'm a reader from faraway Finland. I love your blog, and I don't mind the baby posts. She's really gorgeous :)Aliisanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-71889841817842300182013-01-27T02:09:23.639-05:002013-01-27T02:09:23.639-05:00Congratulations on your new baby! My advice, and I...Congratulations on your new baby! My advice, and I am sure you'll get this is a lot, is to write down everything! (Having a blog will really help with that!) it is so easy to forget all of the little thingsLorinoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-61949950045566904962013-01-26T21:16:02.811-05:002013-01-26T21:16:02.811-05:00She's darling!! * Oh, the first month fog... *...She's darling!! * Oh, the first month fog... * Sleep, drink a lot of water, cuddle her, enjoy that newborn baby smell, figure out breastfeeding if you're doing that (if you can make it the first month, you'll be fine), sing and read to her, sleep some more and never forget that no matter what advice you're given {throughout her life}, you're the best mother she'll ever have...God chose YOU to be her mama. Blessings!!mrsyellowhatnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-6795498066032516682013-01-26T18:27:58.063-05:002013-01-26T18:27:58.063-05:00Just enjoy it! My son is now 17 months old, alread...Just enjoy it! My son is now 17 months old, already I can barely remember those first few months as they go by so quickly! So just immerse yourself in it - as you are doing!<br />17 months on I now have a lovely balance (I think) I enjoy my son and watching him grow, but I am also back to enjoying my other hobbies, like sewing and reading blogs. <br />♥♥♥Jacquelinehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01697684741477349470noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-89235644576070648222013-01-26T18:02:22.694-05:002013-01-26T18:02:22.694-05:00Pure blessedness! My children (14 and 21) love wh...Pure blessedness! My children (14 and 21) love when my husband and I reminisce about the different things they did and said since the time they were born. We have repeatedly spoken of precious moments and milestones, but I wish I also had a written record for them. That's what I would do differently, record those moments in writing. Some we have on video and in photos, but much of the funny, cuteness was just everyday living sort of stuff. She will amaze you! Congratulations!<br /><br /><br />I am thankful I had the opportunity to be a stay-at-home Mom. I realize not everyone has that option. I was able to make a switch and work in the evenings for the first six years of raising our firstborn. We had to make a financial adjustment since it was an entirely different position, but it was so worth it. God Bless You and Your Precious Family!Angienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-77422752701680177072013-01-26T17:47:13.282-05:002013-01-26T17:47:13.282-05:00Another regular reader who is loving the baby post...Another regular reader who is loving the baby posts!<br />My advice, for what it's worth, is to spend at least the first 3 months listening to what both you and your baby need and going with it. Don't worry about routines and sleeping and all that - they call it the 4th trimester for a reason.<br />And don't listen to what anyone else says about their babies - it's all lies! They are NOT sleeping through the night, composing their first concerto or any of that.<br />I'd agree with all the others who said get out and about. At this age babies are very portable, and I found interacting with other adults key to maintaining my sanity when the sleep deprivation was at its worst.Moxxienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-30047739498362886282013-01-26T12:09:38.285-05:002013-01-26T12:09:38.285-05:00Take every single moment you can to hold and love ...Take every single moment you can to hold and love on that baby...she's gonna grow up in a nanosecond. It will go SO fast. Laundry, dishes, dirt and such will still be there. But it's hard to snuggle a ten year old! And take more pictures of her little features...you'll cherish them in years to come!!! Enjoy! Heather, mom of three girlsHeathernoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-31960459593943023512013-01-26T11:26:24.210-05:002013-01-26T11:26:24.210-05:00Oh I didn't mean to give the impression I wasn...Oh I didn't mean to give the impression I wasn't going back to work. As much as I would love to be a SAHM, that is not the right decision for us. Although I'm not sure how Im going to be able to go back to work. <br />Ps: I love your work! Any tips for newborn photos taken by mom? I'm definitely struggling getting her into position or good lighting conditions on the fly.Mrs. Limestonehttp://www.brooklynlimestone.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-38356705.post-9635209184043804722013-01-26T11:03:08.052-05:002013-01-26T11:03:08.052-05:00Love that you have turned into one of "those ...Love that you have turned into one of "those people". Congratulations !MegOnoreply@blogger.com