Top Ten things I’ve learned since becoming a Mother (especially a Mother of more than one!)… (I probably should compile a list of 1,000,000 things I’ve learned, but ten seems much more manageable!)
1. Assvice=Bad, Advice from great friends in the blogosphere=Good
2. Even I can watch Hi-5 if it means that I can have 20 more minutes of peace and quiet for blogging cleaning.
3. You can never watch too many episodes of Blue’s Clues (please refer to #2)
4. The pediatrician doesn’t know your child like you do. You don’t need their permission, you don’t have to follow their parenting advice, you must demand more of their time if they don’t give your child what he/she needs.
5. Microwave meals are not evil. Dry and not as tasty as home cooked, but nourishment, nonetheless. Sandwiches also count as a full meal.
6. Showering at night means you at least get a shower.
7. Shaving is highly overrated. So is make-up. So are hair dryers. And nail polish.
8. It’s okay if your toddler has only jelly for breakfast and ketchup for lunch.
9. There’s nothing wrong with wearing pajamas all day. It’s better than going naked when there is no laundry clean.
10. All baby clothes should have crotch snaps. The ones that don’t have snaps make excellent dust rags.
EE
June 12, 2007 at 2:34 pm
Sandwiches DO count as a full meal…I tell my friends that all the time!!!
Dana
June 12, 2007 at 3:10 pm
I want to add that cereal also makes a great dinner (or lunch). Dry with a cup of milk or mixed together. Doesn’t matter.
Queen Heather
June 12, 2007 at 3:32 pm
Very funny!
Number 10…oh yeah. Ive actually seen fancy smancy high end outfits with teeny tiny buttons to get it off and on. Oh no, it’s snap and go for me!
Cate
June 12, 2007 at 3:32 pm
What a fantastic list! I do believe we have a similar parenting style!!!
Hope all is going well!
Brillig
June 12, 2007 at 4:56 pm
LOVE this list, though I have to admit that some of these are things I WISH I’ve learned. I still let pediatricians bully me sometimes. I still forget that the stupid outfits without crotch snaps are gonna drive me nuts, and I sometimes beat myself up for calling ketchup a “vegetable.” hahahaha. Still, I’m trying to learn these things! Great list!!!
Jennie
June 12, 2007 at 5:58 pm
Ooooh! Number 8!!! That’s DS to a T! Number 10! I think I actually gave all the non snaps to Goodwill…
Absolutely Bananas
June 12, 2007 at 6:32 pm
These are excellent! I especially like number four… something I wish I’d figured out sooner.
Toni
June 12, 2007 at 6:51 pm
Great list! I completely agree!
Christina
June 12, 2007 at 7:37 pm
Yes, yes, and yes. The TV has been constant in our house the past two weeks, and meals have become very quick and boring. It’s amazing how many times a toddler can eat PB&J in one week without complaining.
mayberry
June 12, 2007 at 8:19 pm
The other day I did “breakfast for dinner” out of desperation (bacon in the microwave, scrambled eggs, toast, fruit) and you would have thought I just served a 5-star gourmet meal. The kids LOVED it. It took 5 minutes. I will definitely be serving THAT again!!
Your #4 is especially great.
Janet a.k.a. "Wonder Mom"
June 12, 2007 at 9:43 pm
Wonderful list. I concur.
Worker Mommy
June 12, 2007 at 9:47 pm
Love the list!
Ahh, Ms. Playgroupie you are indeed wise!
feener
June 12, 2007 at 10:25 pm
love this list, my favs are #2 – b/c Sass LOVES hi-5 – it is the only reason i am able to shower. #7 – people don’t recognize me if i blow dry my hair
Shauna
June 12, 2007 at 11:02 pm
Great list!
tommiea
June 12, 2007 at 11:52 pm
Love the list…..Though when potty training..NO clothes should have snaps. In fact, let them run around naked.
Csara
June 13, 2007 at 1:09 am
awesome list – I’m totally with you!
tAnYeTTa
June 13, 2007 at 1:16 am
perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i really needed to read this. i was feeling down on myself as a mom today.
tAnYeTTa
June 13, 2007 at 1:20 am
LOL—i just noticed your header:
Playgroups are No Place For Children
Why do these kids keep showing up at our parties?
LOL–as soon as i figure out how to link to your site, i’m going to tell all my friends to read your blog. you are hilarious.
even when you’re serious. thank you for the laffs 
Amanda
June 13, 2007 at 2:09 am
Great list! #4 is one that I always need to remind myself of. Maybe that’s why we’re already on our third ped. The pediatrician and all those books will drive you crazy!
Megan (Velveteen Mind)
June 13, 2007 at 2:19 am
Jennifer, I love you.
Sugar Kane
June 13, 2007 at 2:21 am
Fantastic list. I think I will hand this out at the next baby shower I attend.