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Mirabelle Teo

when i've popped her out :)

Ka-ching: Nursing Cover

$18 - love the jap cherry blossoms print! :)

More baby movements

Her movements are officially getting bigger and more obvious both visually and physically. Rippling across the surface of the skin, i love stroking the protrusions she makes. Now its tumbling and rumbling throughout the entire tummy, not just below belly button anymore. I really love feeling her powerful kicks and how she sends my entire tummy wobbling. :)

:)

Mirabelle Teo? :)

Meaning of Mirabelle:
lovely; wondrous; of incredible beauty
origin: French

Merry Xmas to my little one :)

Dear Beecub,

Merry Xmas to you my dearest lil one.. :) i'm feeling u kicking and squirming away as i type. you were moving so hard that i saw my entire tummy wobbling. i long to hold you in my arms and kiss your chubby cheeks.. but only in March K? Right now, all you have to do, is grow well, put on weight and stay warm and happy inside Mommy's tumtum :)

Mommy has got your little crib ready, bought you lotsa clothes (can set up apparel shop already) and really cute headbands.

Love feeling your movements and feeling you rippling across my tummy. Just saw you prodding through my tummy for the first time, i believe.. :)

Beecub, really wonder who u look like? more like daddy or mommy? :)

time to sleep now. sleep well k? my lil precious :)

lotsa love,
mommy

New PJs

$63.60 for 3 sets

to look presentable when people come visit? :P

Her headbands so far

Godma's Xmas gift all the way from Germany!!!

Beautiful beautiful gift... thank you so much Godma!

Ka-Ching: My first plush toy for babycub

belly-lying tigger.. to lay on cub's tummy when she sleeps for protection :)

My Cub

Digital Scrapbooking Photo Tinks by WiddlyTinks.com

A touching article

We are sitting at lunch one day when my daughter casually mentions that she and her husband are thinking of "starting a family."

"We're taking a survey," she says half-joking. "Do you think I should have a baby?"

"It will change your life," I say, carefully keeping my tone neutral.

"I know," she says, "no more sleeping in on weekends, no more spontaneous vacations."

But that is not what I meant at all. I look at my daughter, trying to decide what to tell her. I want her to know what she will never learn in childbirth classes. I want to tell her that the physical wounds of child bearing will heal, but becoming a mother will leave her with an emotional wound so raw that she will forever be vulnerable.

I consider warning her that she will never again read a newspaper without asking, "What if that had been MY child?" That every plane crash, every house fire will haunt her. That when she sees pictures of starving children, she will wonder if anything could be worse than watching your child die.

I look at her carefully manicured nails and stylish suit and think that no matter how sophisticated she is, becoming a mother will reduce her to the primitive level of a bear protecting her cub. That an urgent call of "Mom!" will cause her to drop a soufflé, her best crystal without a moments hesitation.

I feel that I should warn her that no matter how many years she has invested in her career, she will be professionally derailed by motherhood. She might arrange for childcare, but one day she will be going into an important business meeting and she will think of her baby's sweet smell. She will have to use every ounce of discipline to keep from running home, just to make sure her baby is all right.

I want my daughter to know that every day decisions will no longer be routine. That a five year old boy's desire to go to the men's room rather than the women's at McDonald's will become a major dilemma. That right there, in the midst of clattering trays and screaming children, issues of independence and gender identity will be weighed against the prospect that a child molester may be lurking in that restroom.

However decisive she m ay be at the office, she will second-guess herself constantly as a mother. Looking at my attractive daughter, I want to assure her that eventually she will shed the pounds of pregnancy, but she will never feel the same about herself.

That her life, now so important, will be of less value to her once she has a child. That she would give herself up in a moment to save her offspring, but will also begin to hope for more years, not to accomplish her own dreams, but to watch her child accomplish theirs.

I want her to know that a cesarean scar or shiny stretch marks will become badges of honor. My daughter's relationship with her husband will change, but not in the way she thinks. I wish she could understand how much more you can love a man who is careful to powder the baby or who never hesitates to play with his child. I think she should know that she will fall in love with him again for reasons she would now find very unromantic.

I wish my daughter could sense the bond she will feel with women throughout history who have tried to stop war, prejudice and drunk driving.

I want to describe to my daughter the exhilaration of seeing your child learn to ride a bike. I want to capture for her the belly laugh of a baby who is touching the soft fur of a dog or cat for the first time. I want her to taste the joy that is so real it actually hurts.

My daughter's quizzical look makes me realize that tears have formed in my eyes. "You'll never regret it," I finally say. Then I reached across the table, squeezed my daughter's hand and offered a silent prayer for her, and for me, and for all the mere mortal women who stumble their way into this most wonderful of callings.

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Please share this with a Mom that you know or all of your girlfriends who may someday be Moms. May you always have in your arms the one who is in your heart.

Polar Fleece Pullovers

Soft and fluffy, yet thick at only $5 each :) its a steal!

(yesh.. i can hear u go 'ka-ching', tien ;))

Taking stock - newborn stuff

was busy packing the stuff that i'd need at mom's place during the confinement month, picking out clothings meant for NEWBORN and realised that i only have 6 pieces.. hm.. will it be enough? i know i know.. i have HUGE amounts of clothings already.. but they're all spread out till 24 months, some even 4T! :P how ar... only wear for 1 month.. dun wanna get too much?

this is what she will wear as 'comfy clothings'


this is what she will wear for 'gaigai'


6 each, by chance. really tiny pieces.. :) super cute

cot's arrival

and boy had to check it out of course :)

68 pieces - Total damage of $256

*overview + blanket ($4)*


*tees*


*sleepsuits*


*rompers*


*romper dresses*

*longsleeve-tees*


*leggings*


*dresses*


*dress sets*


mostly going for 3 for $10, dress sets 3 for $12, oshgosh 2 for $15

More damages

Long overdue tummy pic! - 27 weeks 6 days

been too busy and lazy to take the pix every 2 weeks as planned..
but here goes anyway!

*click to view bigger pic*


*the overlapping diff since week 22*

Are Daddy's standards passable? U decide :P

Beansprout Pillow

$13

Intro
Why Use Bean Sprout Kernals?

Inherited from the old folks…..

Back in the “kampong” days, grandmothers and mothers made pillows using bean sprout kernels for their newborn babies.

Using Natural Resources…..

Making use of natural resources, which are the kernels or husks (shells) from the bean sprouts which they bought from the market for their cooking.

Environmentally Friendly…..

This is also environmentally friendly as the kernels or husks would be in the dumping ground if they were not used for these wonderful creations. (no beans were harmed during the process)

Cooling and Safe…..

Pillows made from the kernels are cooling and safe for babies to use. The pillows are porous and lightweight and are safe for your precious little ones.

Why and How to use?

Babies are proned to be frightened by sudden movements and noises caused by the surroundings. Therefore, this pillow is laid on their chests to give the babies a sense of security, as they will feel that they are being cuddled in their mummy’s arm or even in the womb. This pillow also acts as cushioning from loud noises and movements.

Easy to maintain?

Just sun the pillow at least once a week. This will help to make the kernels crisp and free from odours caused by babies milk and urine.

Who can use?

There is no limitation on who can use these pillows. From newborns to old folks, regardless of races, everyone will certainly like it when they try it!

Busy busy week ahead

Monday
- relocated huge pc table to bro's house. packed and tidied (still tidying!) room

Tuesday
- pick up Baby Einstein Dvds and Desitin Cream ($65) from Senja Road (bukit panjang?!)
- pick up Safety 1st Bath Cradle Support ($9) from La Casa (woodlands?!)
- post out Nike Sports Bra (sold for $35) to buyer
- attend anenatal class at AMK hub

Wednesday
- curtain man coming to fix up curtains

Thursday
- baby cot arriving
- put up wall stickers
- Carter's sales

Friday
- N level results out??

Bell Bell Socks

2 pairs for $9

Twilight Sea Turtle :)

Twilight Sea Turtle - Constellation Nightlight Transform Any Room Into A Starry Night Sky
2008 Creative Child Magazine Top Choice of the Year

Enjoy a peaceful night sleep under Twilight Sea Turtle's starry night sky. This fun and educational nightlight is designed to help children sleep easier and also help bring awareness to endangered sea animals. Twilight Sea Turtle's beautiful shell illuminates in three soothing colors while also highlighting five endangered sea friends,...the Blue Whale, California Sea Otter, Knysna Seahorse, Leatherback Turtle and Vaquita Dolphin. The Twilight Storybook includes a Twilight Sea Turtle story which teaches children about endangered sea animals, a helpful Star Guide and an adoption certificate. A portion of the proceeds from Twilight Sea Turtle will be donated to an international conservation organization.

Twilight Sea Turtle Features:

Night sky projection on ceiling
Stars project in Ocean Blue, Emerald Green or both colors together
Shell illuminates for a calming nightlight effect (Blue, Green or Aquamarine)
Five endangered sea animals pictured on shell; each individually illuminates
Auto shut-off — 45 minute sleep timer
Star Guide to help identify constellations
Twilight Sea Turtle storybook and adoption certificate
Three AAA batteries included
Dimensions: 14" long, 4" tall
Ideal for ages 2 to adult

Twilight Sea Turtle is part of the Cloud B Endangered Species Series which helps bring awareness to our animal friends who need our attention. A portion of your purchase will go to Conservation International.

Retails: $55
Paid: $30

almost 4 am and not sleeping.....

went to bed at 1+am.. could not sleep. tummy was growling and was hungry cuz didnt have proper dinner..

total weight gain = 10kg = 67+kg

it has stabilized in the last month or two, which is great for me but i hope the cub is growing steadily! gynae was too busy to entertain me with her weight during the last checkup.. was left high and dry.. *sigh* hopefully our next checkup, he'd be able to tell me her approx weight. HE HAD BETTER!!

had black pepper instant noodles to satisfy cravings... now tummy full and warm... zzz monster coming to visit soon...

tata..

Bjorn Synergy Black

Retails: $299
Paid: $180

:)

my first handmade beret hat for beecub!

revised collage of stuff bought

changed the pink romper cheongsam to champagne gold with pink lining :)

changed the purple butterfly shoes to white based with pink flowers :) (easier to match)

added 2 more disney pp pants.. bumble bee and ladybug

94 more days to putting these little sox on my little cutie

Bright Starts Pretty in Pink Bouncer :)

retails at $89, got it for $45 :)

My Clothing Database :)

patiently waiting for these to arrive... :)

mad rush day

have been busier than ever since hols started. dont ask me what we've been up to.. but it certainly feels alot more hectic! take today for eg. we were supposed to:

1) send my stupid harddisk for servicing at Tampines
2) pick up babysafe mattress at Pasir Ris
3) pick up Wall Sticker at Hougang
4) prenatal class at AMK hub at 7pm..

luckily i decided to call Western Digital to confirm their operating hours, only to find out that it was their marketing division we were heading to. gave me another number to call and the guy wanted to troubleshoot the HD whilst i was in the car! got irritated and told him that i am not infront of a pc and i need to get to a bloody service center! directed me to Technopark at Chaichee (luckily its still in the east) and managed to send in my HD, only that its not a proper servicing center but more of a factory-like place and the people were dressed like they worked in waferfabs conditions! anyways.. they say they would do a 1-1 exchange, and will be picking it up within the next 7 days..

decided to skip the pasir ris cuz there was simply no time..

headed to hougang.. got abit lost but managed to find the place in the end..

arrived at amk hub barely by 7pm for the class....

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using my new netbook, Acer Aspire One.. pretty neat except for the fact that the desktop background cant be changed!!? i mean.. really wtf.. what is Bill Gates problem? what do they stand to gain by restricting users like that?? grrrrrr.....

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my little one has been moving and kicking alot.. really cant wait till march to see her.. :) am also going nuts buying stuff online.. but frankly, its much cheaper! and quality good too! and its more fun to have stuff delivered to your doorstep. am waiting for a couple of parcels to arrive.. will update with pictures soon! :)

my lil tigress... mommy love you loads! *muackz*

Wall decals for the nursery

almost bought this for $45 at 50x70cm but manage to get it at $26 for 70x100cm!! :) cant wait for the cot to arrive so that the stickers can be up! :)