The Constantly “Fussy” Child

Different children have different temperaments. Most of us parents discover quickly that our children do not arrive as cherubic blank slates after all, but come with at least the basics of their own unique personalities. Some children are easy going and pleasant, while others seem to be continually in a bad mood. For the parent of the constantly “fussy” child, the fussiness does not end when the diapers do. Coping with that child who seems to be forever unsettled, grumbly and frustrated can be a big challenge. For a child whose temperament is just “fussy” and you have determined there … Continue reading

How to Keep From Going Insane

This technically is an “ask a baby blogger” blog. I’ve been asked numerous times how I keep my sanity with all of my children. The truth is. . .I really like being a mother. Ask my husband; I have infinite patience for potty accidents, and fussy babies. I even have a pretty high tolerance level for temper tantrums. . .but that’s another story. In fact, now that our little ones are nearer to three than they are to two. . .I kind of miss having an infant. But I remember the house bound days of having a newborn. Bathing was … Continue reading

The Baby Blog Week in Review for October 28 – November 3rd

Good morning and welcome to our first weekend in November. There are just 19 days left until Thanksgiving and it’s a beautiful crisp morning here. We got off to a bit of a slow start this week as Halloween took place on Tuesday and we’re recovering from one holiday as we get ready to ramp up towards another. Valorie and I would love to hear what you are thankful about with your baby this Thanksgiving season, so feel free to send us your stories so we can share them! Here is our baby blog week in review: Saturday, October 28 … Continue reading

Stages of Baby Fussiness: after 12 weeks to 12 months

I know. You’re shocked to see another block in this series. You’re tired and you’re thinking, “Surely these fussy stages can only last a few more weeks.” When will I get some sleep? My advice, as a mother of five children under the age of seven. . .is to learn to embrace caffeine as part of your daily routine. Not only do the fussy stages continue throughout the first year but the reality is that for at least the first three years, you are likely to find that you’re not quite getting the same amount of sleep you were before … Continue reading