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• We are now cloth diaper wearers every OTHER day. I have to buy at least 12 more diapers before we can become EVERY day. I was even thinking of trying something new. I absolutely LOVE Bum Genius but with so many options I figure we can try something else. Fuzzibunz seems like a good option and a lot like Bum Genius so they could be washed together. I have to check prices and see what is on sale first.
• Things I have noticed about Cloth diapers vs Disposables. Eloise has not had ONE blowout wearing a cloth diaper. She has had many wearing disposables. Also, she seems to get a little bit of diaper rash almost every time she is in a disposable diaper. It's going to be a hard transition to all cloth at night. But, if it clears up her rash for good I will give it a try. But, cloth makes her bum bigger so her clothes aren't always fitting correctly.
• I have finally decided that I am definitely, no matter what, going back to work in September. I wrote my letter of 'intent' to return and I was upset about it for a couple of days. Then I remembered that I actually like my job. Teaching first grade is wonderful. The kids are fun (most of the time) and I have a lot of vacation time. So, I started planning out next year and I got really excited. I have so many new ideas and crafts to do with the kids that I am (almost) looking forward to it! Plus, Eloise will be with my mom while I am at work. There is not a better person in this world to watch her. She has NOTHING else to worry about or do and she told me that her entire job next year will be to make sure Eloise knows she is the most important thing in the world. What else could I ask for?
• My uncle is still deciding if he wants to take Maggie. I really hope he will take her. If not, we have some other options. But, we are sure that giving her away is the right thing for us. I know I change my mind about this topic a lot. I change my mind about it hourly. But, I can't fully love two dogs and a baby. She needs a family to give her everything she needs. Sad, but true.
• Pandora 'Heavenly Lullabies" station helps Eloise fall asleep during her naps and I love the music so it is a win-win for everyone!
• My sister-in-law and her kids are coming for a couple of days to visit next week. Kate, Olivia and Mac are excited to see their little cousin and it should be a fun visit. We'll probably grill out a lot and go to the outlets. It is always nice to have visitors because it gets Julian in high gear to do things around the house that need to get done.
• Post baby body: I am back to my 116 lbs. This is the exact weight I was before I was pregnant with Eloise. I feel more in shape and I feel tighter. My bra size is exactly what I was pre-baby. But, I also feel flabbier in my stomach. I know this probably doesn't make any sense. I can tell my stomach is in better shape but my hips are wider and probably will be that way permanently. Also, the skin on my stomach is still stretched out. I am not sure if this will ever go back to normal. Some people say it does, others say it never does. I guess it depends on the elasticity of your skin. Lordy Lordy I hope for everyone's sake at Shannon's pool that my skin returns to it's normal size. One piece bathing suits here I come...