Motherhood in the Raw part ??

There are a few new things to share about Judah and mothering a 1 year old...here goes...

1) I have a one year old. Okay, this is just weird to me. I can't even believe it's been over a year since we had a new addition. Seems like time has passed so quickly but also seems like Judah has always been a part of our family! So, new moms or future moms, what they say is true...time flies by, enjoy every minute. I look back now and realize I didn't savor his "tininess" as much as i should have! (I also need to post pics of his jungle themed party...it was so cute if I do say so myself)

2) Bye Bye Binky. We are now trying to get rid of the binky, pacy, whatever affectionate name you choose to call that rubber thing that goes in there mouth and keeps them quiet when you want them to. This has been a hard one, probably mostly for me. The pacifier has been a bit of a mute button for Judah, in other words, if he was crying or upset, the paci would automatically soothe him, or if he was babbling in church, the binky would keep him quiet a little longer than my shhh's would. We have gotten down to where he only uses it for sleeping or when he's very tired. I admit I cave probably more than I should. According to the Dr, the goal is to be rid of the binky by 18 months...we're on our way!

3) Growth charts. Why is it, we as mothers constantly measure our pride on our children's growth chart? At Judah's 12 month appointment he was 25% for height and weight. However he must have lots of brains cause his head was a whopping 90%! So my child will probably unfortunately be shorter than average, sorry Judah, you can blame me. I was actually surprised to see that he was underweight. This kid eats a ton!! Seriously more than me sometimes! He is VERY active so I guess he runs it off.
It seems that other mothers tend to ask what his or her percentages were at the last visit to see where their child is in comparison to yours. I'm guilty as well. I guess Judah will just be below average in height and weight, but look out world, cause that big head of his will be chop full of knowledge and crush your overweight kid! (lol)

4) Bye Bye $25 formula! Our doctor told us we could take Judah off of Formula at 11 months (which is a little early, but much welcomed!). You couldn't have told me better news. We were paying $25 every 4 days for a tub of formula. The next time I went to the grocery store and didn't have to purchase that expensive stuff, I seriously did a little hallelujah dance down the isle! Praise God, we now only spend $4 about every 4 days for Judah's Organic Whole milk!

5) Table for 4. I honestly wouldn't mind having another child if only we could afford it. Childcare is so expensive we can't afford to have two in full time care at the same time among the other expenses having a child incurs. It looks like we will have to wait another 3 years or so. I have really just enjoyed Judah lately. He's so lovey and sweet. Don't get me wrong he will throw a tantrum or two (yes already) and stress me out from time to time, but he is such a blessing.