I'm tired. Plain exhausted, really. Have I mentioned that the newest little pumpkin doesn't like to sleep? He doesn't. EVER. Combine the lack of z's with my horrible eating habits, and it was bound to catch up with me sometime. I caught the sniffles about a month ago, which then turned into a sinus infection, leaving this momma even more drained (and boogery! ICK!!) than ever. I'm seriously just now getting back on top of things. Phew.
I did a boutique this past weekend-- lots of fun, but I have LOTS of stuff left over. I'd made a bunch of these cute little girl sized *apron skirts* thinking people would love them, and none of them sold. Not one! And they are sooo adorable. Serves me right for thinking! ;) Anyhow, I'll list them in the shop, along with a new apron. I hope you'll like them!
OH!! I almost forgot!! The "Nie" apron-- I've been meaning to mention this forever. THANK YOU to all who purchased both aprons and kits. I received so many kind and generous emails of people wanting to buy more. I wish so badly that I had more of the fabric and could've made many, many more. Unfortunately it was out of print and no where to be found. I will, however, be putting another "Nie" inspired design up very soon. It won't be with Thursday's update, but I promise it'll be soon, along with another special apron-themed announcement of how you can help.
Ok, I'm really going now. Before I do, any advice to get T-bug to sleep? I swear we've tried everything we know of with no luck. Swing, Babywise, co-sleeping, white noise...
I feel your pain. Henry just got Kate sick and she's teething. Oy. I feel sleepless nights coming on. Have you ever tried co-sleeping? Henry slept like an angel when he was close to us (but I realize it's not for everyone)
hey- I might be up in your neck of the woods in the next week or so- let's get together!
xo
Posted by: Morgan | October 14, 2008 at 12:01 AM
oh, you poor thing... don't have much advice on the sleeping thing... we had bad times with it too... I would be known to go for a drive at midnight just to get the kid to sleep.
hope you get some rest soon!!!
thinking of you! :) miss you!
Posted by: kari | October 14, 2008 at 06:59 AM
OH! I am in the EXACT same boat as you. Miss Milli is NOT sleeping well at all. I have tried everything too... I have even let her cry it out and that doesn't even work. I am at a complete loss. However, I just bought some night time orajel and she is doing much better. I think she might be teething. Honestly I have been praying for help and for her to sleep better... Good Luck with T!
I will be up there in the next few days I will call you. E-mail me your number PLZ!
Hope you feel better soon... !!! C-ya
Posted by: Laura | October 14, 2008 at 08:06 AM
Nie is a local girl and I;'ll be going to the Blissfest event in Mesa this weekend to show support. You are so kind to donate.
For baby- be sure all his basic needs are covered and let him cry for 20 minutes. If he crys more than 20 minutes- there might be something else he needs, but they usually stop before then. I read Dr. Ferber's book after I screwed up my first born's sleeping habits!
Posted by: Maija Lepore | October 14, 2008 at 10:39 AM
So sorry you're having a hard time. I went through that with Sam and a friend recommended a book called "Healthy Sleep Habits, Healthy Kids", which really helped. I'll keep you in my prayers!
Posted by: Sandi Chilton | October 14, 2008 at 11:31 AM
Hoooray! New goodies! SO sorry you aren't getting sleep but I hope you do soon! :) Miss you! :) xoxox
Posted by: Shabby Miss Jenn | October 14, 2008 at 11:49 AM
I hear ya. Eden has already had two colds and she is only a month old for Pete's sake! Dang preschool germs! UGH!
As for the sleeping, my recommendation? Get a nanny. Kel got me one until Christmas time so that I can get a nap in during the day. She has been a lifesaver. Eden likes to wake up around 11pm and stay up. Lovely. She sleeps 95% of the time in her vibrating chair since she is constantly stuffy from the colds her sweet sister brings home, and the gas that she can't seem to be rid of. What else? She likes to sleep in her baby carrier so I wear her around the house quite a bit.
That and maybe a bit of Benadryl...
Kidding. ;)
Oh, and you know I am going to buy some little tiny aprons as soon as you post them... All you have to do is post on your blog and they will fly off of the virtual shelves. LOL!
Posted by: Maegan | October 14, 2008 at 11:58 AM
I got the sinus infection last month, and it literally stayed with me a month. I hope you feel better soon!
Try
http://www.baby-to-sleep.com/
Posted by: Caroline | October 14, 2008 at 07:04 PM
Wow...every mommy knows what you are going through! Pray, pray, pray--for wisdom and sleep!
Posted by: Ruth | October 14, 2008 at 08:57 PM
I can't believe none of your kid aprons sold. I would think they would have been snatched right up! Well, at least now the internet shoppers have a shot at them. :)
That's rough with the non-sleeping baby. My babe usually slept through the night - thankfully! I read the "Healthy Sleep Habits, Happy Child" book, too, and it has some really good things. Another thing that seemed to make a huge difference for us was swaddling our babe. The tighter the better. It was amazing how well she slept when she was swaddled.
Also, thank you for that darling Halloween fabric you gave my mom. We finally made a cute little jumper with it and my little girl is IN LOVE with it. I posted a few pictures of it on my blog if you want to see it how it turned out. (I'd link right to it, but your site won't let me, sorry)
Posted by: hairyshoefairy | October 15, 2008 at 12:12 AM
I remember those days..so hard. Can't wait to see the new apron:) My Kaylie wants to be a baker, so maybe an apron for her would be fun:)
Posted by: Shabbyjuls | October 15, 2008 at 01:57 PM
We recommend The Sleep Lady!
http://sleeplady.com/
If you can get a phone consultation with her, its really worth it!
Posted by: Shannon B. | October 15, 2008 at 08:28 PM
Hellloooo! I'm the crazy girl at the boutique who was so excited to meet you. I was so excited to know that you are local. Just wanted to say hi!
Posted by: Georgie | October 15, 2008 at 10:57 PM
Hi- Love your blog! Just wanted to let you know what we did to help my daughter to sleep- we bought a swaddler for her & wrapped her up like a little burrito every night! It works much better than using receiving blankets, because I can't swaddle like the nurses can! Good Luck!
http://www.toysrus.com/product/index.jsp?productId=2609016
Lisa
Posted by: Lisa | October 18, 2008 at 05:36 PM