I took all the photos except the three that have me in them, which were taken by Ben.
To clarify, I'm not actually in love with this world, but I do think God's creation is amazing!
Tags: travel with kids
Archive for March, 2010
I took all the photos except the three that have me in them, which were taken by Ben.
To clarify, I'm not actually in love with this world, but I do think God's creation is amazing!
Ask Nikki what her favourite part of swim lessons is, and she will tell you: jumping in.
Tags: preschooler, swimming
We had a marvellous time celebrating with Carrie and Michael at their wedding today. Carrie was a beautiful bride and Michael a gracious groom.
We went out shopping for a shaving cabinet this weekend and came across this kid-sized loo.
Tags: preschooler, toddler
And she's off!
Tags: milestones, months 7-9
With all the extra carrying Vi has had with her recent illness, it's no wonder Nikki and Michael have also been keen to wear Baby and Holly.
Tags: months 4-6
Vi helped us learn a few things about croup this past weekend that I thought might be useful to share here.
Vi's first ever visit to a hospital;
Ben took this picture while we were waiting to be seen by the doctor
the admitting nurse gave Nikki and Michael some colouring sheets;
it was also Michael's first ever experience of a hospital
Vi perked up just half an hour after receiving a low-dose steroid
Vi's first ever visit to a hospital;
Ben took this picture while we were waiting to be seen by the doctor
the admitting nurse gave Nikki and Michael some colouring sheets;
it was also Michael's first ever experience of a hospital
- Croup is akin to laryngitis, and the reason it's dangerous is because it narrows the narrowest part of the throat, making it difficult to draw breath.
- Croup is contagious and is currently going around Perth.
- While suffering, Vi was much more comfortable upright on Ben's or my back in a carrier than in any other position.
- Because one of the steroids is more difficult to store than others, doctors at the hospital give a different steroid than doctors in general practice.
- Perth's children's hospital, Princess Margaret, has studied croup extensively over the years, and they give the lowest steroid dose in all of Australia.
- They used to keep children in for two nights of observation following treatment for croup, but they let us go after just half an hour since we live nearby and can easily return to the hospital if necessary.
- We took Vi in for treatment after a few difficult nights at home. Because of the low drug doses, Vi's quick improvement, and the excellent care we received, I wouldn't hesitate to take my children to the hospital much more quickly if croup hits our family again.
Vi perked up just half an hour after receiving a low-dose steroid
Tags: babywearing, months 4-6
Many thanks to all the lovely ladies who entered! I so enjoy seeing all the pictures next to your comments! Comments are now closed and Random.org picked commenter number 1, MEGAN, as the winner! Your Seeds of Purpose CD will be on its way to you after the long holiday weekend here in Australia. Happy Easter!
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photo credit :: Mothering by Grace
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Vi's first tooth erupted on the 6th of March, and it was followed closely by the second tooth.
Michael's first tooth - 24 October 2008
Michael's first tooth - 24 October 2008
Tags: milestones, months 4-6
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- Aileen: Simply beautiful - I have never heard this song before but it is so touchingly beautiful, all the more so at the image of Ben with two of his children
- Poppa & Grammie: Happy Father's Day to you, Ben. So grateful that you are following your heavenly Father's leading in love with your children!
- Jen: Happy Father's Day, Ben! The video is great and you are amazing for multi-tasking so well!
