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Confessions of a Disorganized Mom
October 4, 2007
When my oldest daughter (now age 5) was a baby, my friend
asked me what time she normally took a nap. I was clueless.
"Whenever she falls asleep," was my likely answer.
I'm often regarded by clients and associates as the Queen
of organization. As the creator of such a detailed product
like the Baby Love Carebook, how could I be anything but a
type-A, Martha Stewart-like mother with all her ducks in a
very straight row?
The truth is, I've always hated routines. I've always been
very laid back and flexible. I like to do things when I
feel like it. I've never had a designated "laundry day" or
"grocery day." My professional life has always revolved
around deadlines and details. I've developed my own way of
paying attention to the smallest detail in an organized
fashion, but waiting until the last minute to get anything
accomplished.
Imagine my anxiety as a new mom when I realized that babies
don't enjoy such a leisurely approach to living. In fact,
babies can be downright crabby when they are expected to
eat at 10 a.m. one day, and 10:30 a.m. the next. Try to put
them down for a nap at 1 p.m. some days, 2 p.m. on others
and they cry ... a lot!
Now that I'm raising two children (and number three is due
in March), I know better. I firmly believe that children
are happier with a consistent routine. However, I also
know that all children are unique. Ainsley loves a big
breakfast, Lea prefers to wait a few hours in the morning
before she will eat anything. It's up to you as the
parents to discover and nurture the best routines for
your children.
Routines did not come naturally to me, that's why the Baby
Love Carebook was invented. I found it was the only way to
keep myself on track. And, while I had big plans to send
out monthly newsletters, life sometimes gets in the way.
Please check our web site at www.babylovecarebook.com for
new products and promotions, including the brand new
Doctor Diary. You'll love this helpful addition to your
Carebook!
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