Thursday, March 22, 2012

Micah and Day Care

I've really loved being able to work from home (or take Micah to work with me) on the days that Scott works.  I love that I have gotten to spend so much extra time with him, love that I didn't have to worry about waking or getting him out early, having the added stress of packing a bag daily, love that he hasn't had to be exposed to sickness after sickness, and just love the experience of having him with me.  But as he gets older and Scott's schedule changes, I have to admit that working like that is getting harder.  Micah demands more of my attention and if I turn my head for one minute he may be standing on the arm of his chair, out of the room (haven't put up the baby gate I bought because the floors still aren't complete and it requires installation), or any of a hundred different things.  I've been debating child care for the days Scott and I both work.  I honestly don't want to put him in child care because I want him with me, but at this point it would simplify my life.  I don't want him catching things from other kids, getting bit or biting, learning bad behaviors, or the added expense.  His nap time will also be messed up since he has napped at the same time for almost a year now and I know that nap time will not work with any day care he might go to.  I also don't want him to feel like I am neglecting him.  I've seen that he is entering the clingy stage and turning into more of a Mommy's boy.  But, I know time away from me and interactions with other kids will do him good.  He surely gets bored at home when Mommy can't play with him (although he does usually play well by himself) and shows a huge interest in playing with other kids.  I've checked into a couple of daycare centers I would be comfortable with.  One is a Christian center owned by a friend and the other we have several friends and family working at.  I'm still on the fence.  My head says he needs to go the days Scott works.  My heart says he needs to be with Mommy.

Wednesday, March 7, 2012

Baby Season

It's baby season!  Two out of three of my close friends who were trying to conceive have conceived!!!  Praying for healthy pregnancies for them and continuing to pray for good news for others trying (including myself).