well I'm going to be a great aunt .....again.

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:00 pm

What have you got so far?

WonderWendy3 · Post by **WonderWendy3** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:01 pm

I didn't see this fuzzy one.... until now....

I can only think of the obvious, the diaper genie (which is GREAT)

Of course I loved those little baby bumper wedgie things that you could lay the baby on his/her side so they wouldn't roll on their back and you don't have to roll up blankets, of course there is the whole controversy about how to lay a baby.....

I went looking for a picture of what I'm talking about and found nothing like it....but found this crib....now thats what I call a crib!!

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:06 pm

Now let me think.....Bassinett, sheets, bunny rugs, nappies, powder,dummies, rocker,car seat, clothing 0000 and 000, is she breast feeding if not bottles, sterilizer, ummmm singlets, cot for later, you could knit some cardigans:-6

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:14 pm

ou mean fitting the car seat....ring RTA they will tell you where to go

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:17 pm

Get Huggies disposible nappies they are the best dont forget formula if she is bottle feeding Karicare is the best.

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:22 pm

Handy to have pandol for babies, baby bath, baby towel face washers baby shampoo, in the bath I put qv gentle and lavender bedtime bath.

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:24 pm

Dont forget the pram, nappy sacks to put dirty nappies in.

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:25 pm

fuzzy butt;792328 wrote: no you used to be able to hire the capsules and car seats off the council. I'm not knitting the baby anything

can't knit to save myself.

thanks Kay you've got me thinking now appreciate it.

There are places you can hire the car seats..will find out for you.

WonderWendy3 · Post by **WonderWendy3** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:25 pm

fuzzy butt;792316 wrote: Absolutely nothing, unfortunetely. We havent had a baby born into the family for years, so there are not even any hand me down things.

I thought I'd begin with bottles and bottle washers etc. I'll go to a few garage sales and have a look.

Never seen that before wendy what does it do?

the diaper genie is a place to put the disposable diapers, you put them in the pail/thing and then twist the top and it closes the bag inside, which closes off any odor of the diaper, so you don't have to run outside or have air freshner, the bags for the diaper genie are scented, so you can't smell anything....the only downfall is it is only good for the baby when they are small, there isn't a lot of room in there, so when the diapers get bigger, it doesn't really come in handy as much, because you are empty-ing it a lot....

this is the description from an advertisement for it:

• Advanced diaper disposal system locks away odor, germs and mess

• Features revolutionary AIR-TITE technology, 7-layer odor barrier, Push-N-Lock clamp

• 1-handed design makes pail easy to operate, even while you’re carrying Baby

• Holds up to 30 soiled diapers; comes preassembled

• 21.5Hx10.5" dia. use with Diaper Genie II Refill Cassettes (sold separately

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:28 pm

fuzzy butt;792316 wrote: Absolutely nothing, unfortunetely. We havent had a baby born into the family for years, so there are not even any hand me down things.

I thought I'd begin with bottles and bottle washers etc. I'll go to a few garage sales and have a look.

Never seen that before wendy what does it do?

We have them over here Fuzzie I chucked mine out didnt like it

kayleneaussie · Post by **kayleneaussie** » Tue Mar 04, 2008 5:48 pm

fuzzy butt;792346 wrote: Hmmmm learn something new everyday:)

What ever happened to taking them straight outside to the dustbin?

I do believe she's going to be doing the cloth nappie thing .....reckon that will last about a week :wah: reality hasn't set in yet:wah:

I used cloth with all my kids years and years ago love the disposibles saves a lot of washing,

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 8:50 am

It's been awhile since I had my last one, 6 yrs:) Lets see, when is the baby due?

Long sleeved onesies, socks, booties, stroller is a must, carseat stroller? porta crib, blankets. Are there any websites you can look at that sell this stuff?

Good luck and hope your neice is feeling better:)

Chezzie · Post by **Chezzie** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 9:01 am

Newborn Essentials Checklist

Clothing:

6-8 undershirts(buy side-tying or button or snap front for the first few days; once the cord falls off, you may want to have some â€œdiaper shirtsâ€ that snap closed at the crotch)

3-5 nightgowns(for use until the cord falls off)

6-8 one-piece stretchy sleepers

1 or 2 hats

2 or 3 â€œoutfitsâ€ for dressing up

4 or 5 pairs of socks or booties, to wear with nightgowns and outfits

1 or 2 pairs of scratch mittens, to keep baby from scratching his face

1 or 2 sweaters or jackets, more in winter

bunting bag or snowsuit for winter baby

Blankets:

1 or 2 large cotton blankets

6-8 receiving blankets(also good as burp cloths)

Feeding:

If you are breastfeeding, no equipment is needed! Some nursing mothers like to have these optional items:

breast pump

milk storage containers

nursing pillow

nursing bras(if buying prenatally, buy one cup size larger than your pregnant bra size)

breast pads(disposable or washable)

If you are formula feeding:

6 to 10 four ounce bottles with nipples

4 to 6 eight ounce bottles with nipples

sterilizer

bottle and nipple brush

formula(be sure to check expiry date and note the lot number in case of recalls)

Diapering:

If you are using cloth diapers:

2 to 4 dozen diapers

6 to 8 waterproof covers

1 diaper pail

Vaseline or other barrier cream

1 or 2 dozen wash cloths for cleaning babyâ€™s bottom

If you are using disposable diapers:

buy 1 or 2 boxes of newborn size diapers â€“ it is better not to buy too many in advance in case your baby is large or grows quickly

Bathtime:

1 plastic infant tub(or use a large dishpan in the sink, or take baby in the bath with you)

6 to 8 wash cloths, not used on babyâ€™s bottom

baby soap or cleanser

baby shampoo

baby soft-bristled hair brush

Bedtime:

If you are using a crib:

approved crib and crib mattress

2 or 3 waterproof mattress covers

3 or 4 fitted cribsheets

3 or 4 light blankets that fit in the crib

If baby will sleep with you:

firm mattress(not a waterbed)

2 or 3 waterproof pads to place under baby

Other items:

nail clippers or scissors(or just bite off babyâ€™s nails as needed)

bulb syringe for suctioning mucous

baby thermometer

eye dropper or medicine spoon

approved infant car seat

sling or baby carrier

stroller that reclines so newborn can lie flat

diaper bag

1 or 2 change pads

change table(or just use change pad on top of dresser or bed)

Other optional items:

pacifiers

baby swing

bouncy baby seat

mobiles

rattles and other baby toys

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Thu Mar 06, 2008 9:05 am

Good lord, I forgot all that stuff. Just got rid of the booster seat. No baby stuff left except for some croched blankets and those cloth diapers are really great for cleaning.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Sat Mar 08, 2008 3:22 pm

So, when is this babies due date? october/november?

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Thu Mar 13, 2008 9:46 am

Oh that is so nice. The fall is a great time to have a baby. Had two in the fall, October & November (one on Thanksgiving Day in the US).

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Fri Mar 14, 2008 5:09 am

Well, at least we've got spring in a few weeks. The summer babies are both in June when it is really hot & humid here in the states.:wah:

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 3:36 pm

fuzzy butt;1021816 wrote: One down two to go . Tamara gave birth to a little girl yesterday Charlotte Rose 8lb 1 at 11:01 am.

Apparently she has her mother double black eyelashes (another one who will never need masscara) and some dark hair on her head . I'll get a pic as soon as possible.

Tam didn't have a very good time of it and bubs was born by C section. she three weeks early. which I think is a good thing because she was already 8lb. Another three weeks and she would have hit the 91/2 lb weight.

Anyway Congrats Michael and Tamara !!!!!!!

Congrats Fuzzy!

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 3:43 pm

I'm going to be an uncle again...

My sister is pregnant with her soon to be second child...

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 3:53 pm

K.Snyder;1025939 wrote: I'm going to be an uncle again...

My sister is pregnant with her soon to be second child...

Congrats Uncle K!!! :-6

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 6:06 pm

shelbell;1025956 wrote: Congrats Uncle K!!! :-6

Hehe...

Oh well thank you.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 6:13 pm

K.Snyder;1025939 wrote: I'm going to be an uncle again...

My sister is pregnant with her soon to be second child...

congrats uncle!

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 6:16 pm

Odie;1026202 wrote: congrats uncle!

Oh well thank you Odie Wodie...Hehe...:yh_bigsmi...

mrsK · Post by **mrsK** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 7:19 pm

K.Snyder;1025939 wrote: I'm going to be an uncle again...

My sister is pregnant with her soon to be second child...

Congtatulations Uncle:-6:-6

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 7:30 pm

K.Snyder;1026208 wrote: Oh well thank you Odie Wodie...Hehe...:yh_bigsmi...

babies are so cute until they reach around 2!:wah:

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 7:55 pm

Odie;1026257 wrote: babies are so cute until they reach around 2!:wah:

Babies are cute when they're not crying, end of. :wah:

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Sat Oct 18, 2008 8:08 pm

Odie;1026257 wrote: babies are so cute until they reach around 2!:wah:

I think they should revise the saying "terrible twos" because it really starts at age 3:wah:

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Sun Oct 19, 2008 8:17 pm

K.Snyder;1026185 wrote: Hehe...

Oh well thank you.

I think Uncle K is a good nickname for you!

:wah::wah:

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Sun Oct 19, 2008 8:31 pm

shelbell;1027705 wrote: I think Uncle K is a good nickname for you!

:wah::wah:

Oh no don't do that there has already been an Uncle K here...

:wah:...

Not trying to imply anything but that would be inappropriate...

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Sun Oct 19, 2008 8:51 pm

qsducks;1026283 wrote: I think they should revise the saying "terrible twos" because it really starts at age 3:wah:

remind me what you said about the terrible twos when your kids are in their late teens!:wah:

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 10:37 pm

K.Snyder;1027709 wrote: Oh no don't do that there has already been an Uncle K here...

:wah:...

Not trying to imply anything but that would be inappropriate...

Ok Uncle Kev...but you better play nice. :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 10:38 pm

shelbell;1030312 wrote: Ok Uncle Kev...but you better play nice. :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

:wah:...You little rotten...!!!!!...

:wah:...

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 11:20 pm

K.Snyder;1030313 wrote: :wah:...You little rotten...!!!!!...

:wah:...

I'll follow you around on the forum and use your new nickname til it catches on!! :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

And I'm not little, but I am rotten.:sneaky::wah::wah:

K.Snyder · Post by **K.Snyder** » Tue Oct 21, 2008 11:42 pm

shelbell;1030328 wrote: I'll follow you around on the forum and use your new nickname til it catches on!! :yh_rotfl:yh_rotfl

And I'm not little, but I am rotten.:sneaky::wah::wah:

Yes you are rotten!!!!!!!...:yh_giggle...

...

:wah:...

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Sat Oct 25, 2008 2:37 am

Bring some of that fish you catch over to them. Babies love to play with floppy fish.

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Sun Nov 16, 2008 6:35 pm

fuzzy butt;1059628 wrote: AAAAAAAAAAAWWWWWWWWWWWWWHHHHHHHHHHHHH I saw my great niece today and the other two nieces that will provide me with lots of babysitting in the future (they are proud women of bumps at the moment. :wah: )

Anyway Charlotte is sooooooooooooo gorgeous . I shall post pics tomorrow!!!!

Mummy obviously had instructions beforehand to hand over bubs immediately when she got to mums this afternoon because I GOT THE BABY FOR AGES!!!!!

changed her, fed her, burped her .............geesh this one likes to hang onto wind. So i did the lay on the inner arm job and eventually she did her thing.

Held her for ages (and with my training it was fun to try different positions which kept bringing a smile to her face ). gosh not even her " god damit I'm in pain and hungry " cry is loud ...........(with my niece and sister as reloes this surprised me. I was expecting a screamer of a magnitude you wouldn't believe , but she has such a cute little cry and temper.:)but i did have to fight my sis for her for a bit :wah::wah: she kept saying "watch this " bubs obviously knows her nans voice. Her eyes moved directly towards my sis whenever she spoke

) AAAWWWHHH

So my sister and i are now not 'matched' anymore , we dont' dress the same anymore and we don't look like twins anymore and she's going to be a granny twice before the end of January, my boys are still too young ..............

There's only a year and five days between us and we were used to fighting over Barbie dolls as young kids but fighting over a baby prodigeny? HUH !!! that was actually fun. She is one very proud granny......

Awe, congratulations Fuzzy!!!!!:-4:):-6

Peg · Post by **Peg** » Mon Nov 17, 2008 5:29 am

She is gorgeous! :-4