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6 Milestones That Make a Mom
The journey from hospital to home really doesn't count. You leave the hospital because they kick you out. But choosing to leave the safety of your home voluntarily is a different story.
Whether you're making a first visit to the pediatrician or going out for breakfast, this is a crucial milestone because you're:
a. going public as a family b. trusting the world not to harm your infant
Easier said than done. Having a baby means never saying "See you in 10 minutes" again. Multiply the time you think it should take to get out the door by three to account for gathering gear, bundling the baby, a last-minute feeding, and the subsequent diaper change.
Once you're out the door, remember that the baby is sure to attract an adoring public -- neighbors, strangers, and waiters will all want to peek and coo. And don't expect to be able to concentrate for more than 30 seconds on anything, including traffic lights, menus, or conversation, because you'll be staring intently at the baby, trying to anticipate her next move. This preoccupation is completely normal.
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They forgot one! 'When you start to think minivans are cool...because praticality takes over wanting a sexy convertible!' ;)
6/15/2011 02:45:17 PM Report AbuseThis is so great mines was when my baby was two weeks old . I went to the salon to get a flat iron due and cut everything but a inch off LOL.
11/16/2010 03:45:55 PM Report AbuseMy daughter was 4 days old when I decided to go for my mom haircut. I found it very interesting that they mentioned this. I notice a lot of moms now going to the salon soon after baby is born. How neat! :)
9/29/2010 12:32:12 PM Report AbuseMy son turned 3 mmonths on 7/22 and that very day I got the Mom haircut. My son recently discovered how to grasp things and my hair has been his favorite to pull on and try to eat ever since. Not to mention it's hotter than heck here in FL. I was ready for a change and the hair had to go! I've never been happier to cut off 14 inches of hair and it's being donated to charity. I'm loving the new, more stylish, short Mommy 'do!
7/24/2010 03:46:25 AM Report AbuseI just got my mom haircut... short in the back and easy to pull up so baby can't grab it... sigh.. i lobe being a mom
4/21/2010 03:45:58 PM Report AbuseI remember hitting each of these milestones, and then some, especially the 'mom-haircut', and the memories brought me happy, but bitters-sweet tears.
3/31/2010 11:51:16 AM Report Abuse