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Breeched Birth – Baby Position
Been feeling like lil lady is literally sitting at the bottom of my belly on top of my bladder lately. Went to the doc today and he confirmed she is in fact standing upright aka “breeched”. Some who have babies in this position close to their due date end up having a C-section because it’s not as easy to give birth to a baby legs first. But, my doctor says not to worry – we still have 3 months after all. So, I’m hoping for the best and that in the next three months she’ll turn around to the proper position for a natural birth. For those who’d like more…
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How Being Chinese Affected my TV watching & Chiming in on TV for my Kids
Some Chinese parents don’t allow their children to watch TV at all because that means they’re not studying, reading or playing music. I didn’t really fall into this category. I was allowed to watch TV, but I really didn’t have much interest in American TV. Basically, growing up, I didn’t watch much American TV. I did however, watch plenty of Chinese soap operas with my family as did all my cousins and my husbands nieces and nephews. Lots of cooking and singing shows and Chinese opera. In fact, I loved it. And one of my earliest memories of watching TV with my grandmother is dancing and roaming around in front…
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Focus or Lack Thereof
Yesterday I wrote about rethinking, rebooting and regearing my priorities. This afternoon I was reading and a small piece of the puzzle came into focus. I want to do everything, but have no real focus. The first being this blog. My writing is everywhere isn’t it? I’m wondering if this is good or bad. But the main problem is there’s no true “meat” to my writing. Although I started this blog as a way to share with my extended family and friends about life, my son and what comes to mind, I also want this blog to be more than a diary. I want it to be informative not simply…
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Rethink, Reboot, Regear
I’ve been thinking a lot about my life these days. With a toddler at home and another baby on the way, I’m rethinking what I want to do and where I want to be. What are my short term goals? What about long term? It’s a bit up in the air even though I have so many things going on. I know I’m rethinking things because of all the things I’m juggling. I never thought I’d be a stay-at-home mom. Never. That was until I was laid off for the second time and miraculously became pregnant with lil man. It was difficult finding a job and I didn’t want to…
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Bronx Zoo & the Marvel Avengers
So who’s excited about the new Marvel Avengers movie coming up? I am!!! I love Marvel characters. I vividly remember rummaging through my brother’s comic books growing up. And I always love watching them on the big screen. I’m hoping to introduce my kiddos to Marvel comics when they grow up also. A bit of a family tradition. If you or your kiddos are fans, you’ll also be happy to know the Marvel Avengers will be at The Bronx Zoo this weekend! The Bronx Zoo will be the only place in the US that will have the 4 costumed characters appearing from the new film Avengers Assemble prior to the…
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What Does an Amniocentesis do for You?
Earlier this month, I went in for an amniocentesis aka amnio. We didn’t have one done when we were pregnant with lil man, but after two rounds of initial test results from an ultrasound and bloodwork, our OBGYN recommended it for lil lady. Our down syndrome risk was 1 out of 63. Lil man was only 1 out of 316 or so. Even at 1 out of 63, it’s a 2% risk, but my OBGYN was concerned about our labor. Should the baby have down syndrome, it would be good to know in case we have complications during our labor. So, we elected to have the amnio done. Besides down…
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Sponsored: Animal Tales Extravaganza at the Bronx Zoo & 20% off Admission
I’m so excited for this Spring and Summer! I recently became a WCS Bronx Zoo/NY Aquarium Blog Ambassador. Which means in exchange for my event coverage and reviews, I received a Family Membership, but no other compensation, monetary or otherwise. But, don’t worry, you know I’m always honest in my opinion, so I’ll be unbiased about my event reviews also. 😉 You’ll see reviews after we attend an event and also announcements of events and programs. So keep an eye out! And it’s perfect timing because now that lil man turns two this Summer, I’ll be able to take him to the Bronx Zoo and the Aquarium with our family…
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Our Lil Lady on the Way
So, I’m officially 1/2 way through with my current pregnancy. It feels as though it’s gone much quicker than when I had lil man. Partly because this pregnancy has been much easier than when I had lil man. Yes, we’ve had to deal with the amnio and the fear of down syndrome, but comfortability wise, this pregnancy has been much better. I’m able to eat and hold my food down. I didn’t break my tailbone this time (at least not yet). Morning sickness was bad weeks 8-12, but with lil man it was my entire pregnancy. I haven’t been cooped up at home. Weather has been nice. Went on a nice…
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Where the Heck Have I Been?
I feel as though I’m writing another post about my absence since the last post I did was also about me being MIA nearly two months ago. But I really felt I needed to explain where I’ve been the last two months. The short of it is, in March we took a long trip to London and Paris. I had grand plans of daily blogging about our trip with photos and all, but it turned out the flat we rented didn’t have any internet connection what-s0-ever. I even tried to squat (with a purchase) at three different Starbucks for their free wifi, but my ipad just wouldn’t pick up the…
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5 Reasons Why Having Family Nearby is a Blessing
My mom lives about seven miles from where we live and my brother and his family are about 10 miles away. I’m not lying when I say it’s a blessing. Some might think I’m crazy when I say that, but really… I’m being serious. Having family nearby when you have children is absolutely great. I love having my family nearby. If I had my way, I would love everyone in my family to be nearby, but it’s just not possible when there are so many of us (including my hubs side of the family). Here are my reasons why the close proximity is such a blessing: Have baby sitters if…