Sunday Lunch, East Point Mall

Lunch at East Point was a simpler affair. But one thing I wish was the nursing room can be better designed. The wall table was a little far from the sofa. The sofa was a bit chunky to be moved. And I was carrying a baby. So I got to stretch when I had to put away the bottle. Somehow it has the toilet smell too. While it looked ok,  I didn't find it pleasant to be in there. No photo here because I was carrying Eden, hoping to finish his feed in a less noisy place. (Lately it has been quite a challenge for Eden to finish the bottle of 150ml).

But we made it a little more fun at the Four Leaves Cafe. We tried to copy Eden's expression but he changed too fast and we couldn't keep up. Lol.

Saturday at Parkway Parade

Though it was rather rush to get prepared for outings, especially on a Saturday when we got to pack back home from my parents' place, we still wanted to head out for dinner. Just for the fun of it and it's more interesting to be out. Baby Eden needs to be exposed more to the outside world too.

So as Evans suggested, we chose Parkway Parade as our next challenge location. Ya, just another shopping mall. So we are thinking probably should not call outings to malls a challenge, unless the experience is a totally different one like hubby said, taking the public transport. That would really be a challenge!

At Parkway we had dinner at Social Square where they serve a fusion of jap and western food. We were there before and experience was ok but this time, it was a little disappointing, from the ipad ordering, delay in the food served to cashier. Plus i think the ramen I had was nothing to rave about. I enjoyed the beef ramen from Sakae better. Eden was a little fussy, while we were waiting for the ramen, so I brought him around for a walk. Ahhh, back to the time when Evans was this small.... we got to take turns to mind him so that the other one could eat in peace. Actually this time, I am more zen. When I had Evans, I couldn't eat slowly. I basically inhaled my food cos I couldn't let him cry. Now, I would leave Eden to hubby if I could. Hehe!

Feeding Woes

Is it after the growth spurt? Or something not right with the bb or my bm? This week starts to get challenging  (for me) when feeding Eden. He is not all easy to be fed but still he used to finish his bottle but lately I couldn't make him finish it. After much battling and struggling, he would still refuse 10 to 20ml. We even took a few breaks in between.

I sang, I talked, I uses toys... could only keep his suckling power on for a few seconds. I wonder how my mom could make him finish the milk while I was out yesterday! But also some struggling was inevitable.

Trip to Pasir Ris Library, White Sands

Yesterday afternoon Evans and I went out for our "date". Promised to bring him to the public library at White Sands.

I was pleasantly surprised by the modern and new interior of the library. Its concept followed very much of the one at Orchard Central. Thankfully there is a children's section, unlike the Orchard branch. Evans was excited exploring the kiosks and the nice library.

Besides the library, we also had our tea time at the Soup Spoon. So happy to see clam chowder back on the menu!!!

Exclusive Pumping Facebook Group

Recently I joined this FB Group for exclusively pumping moms. Moms get to interact and find out info related to milk pumping. Coincidentally the group was set up by a colleague. I joined the group mainly for knowledge and in case of any questions I might have, I could post them in the group. The ladies are pretty responsive.

But then again whether to accept their pointof views, is another factor. I am my own judge as I find some of the comments extreme or some might cause unnecessary anxiety. Anyhow they meant well.... the main thing is to seek and give support to this community as we can empathise that exclusive pumping is challenging.

While I am kind of used to the routine, it's still challenging at times to pump on a 4 hourly basis as it depends on the baby and if help is available to help take care of the baby. And now I only do 1 middle of the night pump. Even so, after the pump and washing, I find myself wide awake. Just can't fall back to sleep!!! I probably take another hour to sleep but by morning when baby wakes for feeding, I tend to feel exhausted. I used to be able to sleep right after the night pump but these days it is hard.

I don't think I can stop the middle of the night pump because I wish to maintain supply. Looks like I need to bear with such sleepless nights for a while. Actually I should already be thankful that all I have to do in the middle of the night was pump. It is a lil painful to wake up and start moving but once the first step is made, the rest is much easier.

Jiayou!

Baby Eden at 3 Months Plus

Baby Eden now is definitely more smiley and aware of the surroundings, so aware that he might get a little distracted during feedings. He has strong legs and he loves to kick and "jump".

Nowadays mornings are much more pleasant as he smiles at me readily when I greet him. This is so unlike the last months when he only cried once he opened his eyes as he just needed milk. Now he is starting to appreciate companionship and interaction.

He shows signs of fear when we enter the lift. He will look around and seems very alert but scared. But luckily he still holds it well. More exposure will help. We are also starting to bring him out more so that he is less "suaku". Lol.

His neck is not entirely strong yet, but is getting there. Then bro would be able to carry him. At least an extra help. Not giving Eden a lot of tummy time yet. But when I do, he flips like a prata... flat down and licking the mat. Lol. It's cute watching him stay at that position. Evans is very entertained. Haha!

Didi is more responsive to us calling out to him and will mostly smile sweetly. Make it less scary for me because at least, he is more "distractable".

His Homework, My Assignment - Fruit Basket

We thought this was an exception when there was no holiday homework for Evans during the one week's term break. Turned out there were 2 handicrafts which he was supposed to submit after school reopened 1) a lantern and 2) a fruit basket!!! The teacher communicated these through the parents chatgroup and somehow hubby did not get the message as his mobile is full with data.

SHOCKED. And super last minute to think of what to do. YouTube is my best friend. Despite feeling tired, I diligently searched for the easiest way to make these crafts.

Forgot to take a photo of the lantern we made but it's those china angpao lantern ball. Quite simple to do. And for the fruit basket, we tried the origami style. Managed to do it, though don't think it fits the using recyclables part.