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rschaaf
True Blue Farmgirl
174 Posts
Renee
Wooster
Ohio
USA
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 Posted - Dec 17 2010 : 07:26:30 AM
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October 29th we got a call for our first foster baby! This is the first baby I've cared for other than nephews and stuff. I'm so happy. There is a chance we may get to adopt, but that is a long way off. I would send pics, but we aren't alowed to post pics of foster children on any social-type network sites. 
It has been an interesting time. I wanted to let you all know that I was introduced to a DVD that my pediatrician gave me by Dr. Harvey Karp, "The Happiest Baby on the Block". Wow, do those techniques work! I recommend it highly. He has a book by the same title, but I learned the essentials from the DVD.
I am trying to make the transition from disposable diapers to cloth. Does anyone recommend a particular brand? I think I would prefer fitted ones. I found a place called Mother Ease and so far am impressed with their products... Anyone know of anyplace else?
"There is beauty, there is grace, in my peaceful country place!"
See what I'm up to at: http://www.lifeonctfarm.blogspot.com |
Edited by - rschaaf on Dec 20 2010 9:22:08 PM |
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Cindy Lou
True Blue Farmgirl
2325 Posts
Susan
Lonsdale
MN
USA
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Posted - Dec 17 2010 : 07:32:56 AM
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Renee,
Congratulations!! How exciting. It sounds like you're getting off to a great start. No advice on the diapers stuff, my kids are all grown now so its been a long time.
Susan
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?"
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Tall Holly
True Blue Farmgirl
2305 Posts
Holly
Worcester
Vermont
USA
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Posted - Dec 17 2010 : 11:19:03 AM
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Good for you. I know sevearal people who have done foster to adopt. Some finalized and some were returned to a parent of relative. Ihope that what works for you is best for the child. hugs to you all.
Holly
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Beverley
True Blue Farmgirl
2707 Posts
Beverley
atlanta
Michigan
USA
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FebruaryViolet
True Blue Farmgirl
4810 Posts
Jonni
Elsmere
Kentucky
USA
4810 Posts |
Posted - Dec 21 2010 : 08:32:34 AM
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Congratulations!!!
I loved Dr. Karp's book! It helped tremendously with our wee one when she was colicy.
I love Bum Genius and Kissaluvs. We use them mostly at night, now, since she's almost 2 and is wetting a lot more during long periods. For daytime, we use G diapers, which are also great, and easy for Grandparents who watch her :)
Musings from our family in the Bluegrass http://sweetvioletmae.blogspot.com/ |
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