Ever since I decided to be a stay-at-home-mom, I have struggled with this decision. I wanted to personally take care of my kids, but I also feel guilty for not contributing financially. Hence, I also have the desire to work. Or at least work from home. It is also a dream of mine to have my own business, but it is difficult to come up with a feasible one. The moms who work from home or who have successful businesses are quite enviable because they have the best of both worlds. Elle: Daddy, … [Read more...]
Labor Contractions, Cymplified!
Believe or not, I have never experienced (natural) contractions with my first two children while I was pregnant with them. Hence, I don't know what a contraction feels like. Really. Last Sunday was an activity-filled day for me. At 11 in the morning we attended a Thomas Train/Angry Birds- themed 1st birthday party. There were games, a host, a magic show - the works. Since Renaissance 3000 was near the party venue, we decided to drop by the Warehouse Sale part 2. Beth was also there and she … [Read more...]
Laughter, Cymplified!
Laughing, something I enjoyed when I was in high school. I loved the company of my friends immensely and laughing with them was a normal occurrence. I would even laugh until my sides hurt and then I would snort, which, I know was very unladylike, but I didn't care. They said laughing is like doing abdominal exercise, I had hoped it was true! As years passed, I noticed that I laughed less and less. Maybe because I don't get to see these friends very often. Maybe because I didn't enjoy college … [Read more...]
Sex During Pregnancy, Cymplified!
Who would have thought that I would write about sex during pregnancy for a magazine? Mommies, have you wondered if it's OK to make love to your husband while you are infanticipating? I have written an article for MomsToday while I was pregnant with my first child in 2007. Check it out below. You can click on the pictures for a larger view. As with anything related to this delicate condition, consulting with the OB is a prerequisite. Having sexy time with the hubby during this time can make a … [Read more...]
Nehemiah 8:10, Cymplified!
It's September already! Pretty soon, my third baby, my second daughter, will come out and turn our lives upside down, the way babies do. Sometimes, just thinking about what's going to happen makes my heart beat very fast with anxiety. Images of the hospital, the IV needle on the back of my hand, the operating room, the pain after, the feeling of helplessness, the depression, and dividing my love & attention equally among three children come to my mind and I get restless. I sure am glad … [Read more...]
My Mama Said, Cymplified!
I'm sure our moms have statements that they always repeat to us as we grow up. Here are a few reminders that I remember being told: • Finish every single bit of rice on your plate lest you get a pock-faced husband. • Don't shower after eating a meal, you might get appendicitis. • Kissing the dog/cat can cause asthma. • Eating lots of squash could give you a good eyesight. • Sleeping while your hair is wet will make you go blind. • Towels need to be changed after three days of … [Read more...]
Breastfeeding Reminders, Cymplified!
I'm trying to psych myself now, with less than a month to go, so I came up with some points I want to remember after I give birth, so I could be encouraged to breastfeed. These are what I will think of when I see my breasts. Believe that I will produce milk for my baby. Rest when I could to avoid stress and tiredness, factors which could lower milk production. Enjoy hanging out with my baby while she feeds. Anticipate challenges. Solicit help from other breastfeeding moms or moms who have … [Read more...]
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