When this face looks at you and says "Mama?" And then he wraps his chubby little arms around himself, I would challenge you not to scoop him up and squeeze him like a package of C.harmin.
The problem is, sometimes once he's all cozy in my arms, he doesn't want to be put down again and when I try to set him back down, he makes like a koala clinging to a branch and I'm stuck. Of course this usually happens when I'm trying to pour myself a cup of hot tea or in the middle of emptying the dishwasher, not to mention that with my growing belly, it's starting to do a number on my back. He'll let me set him on the countertop while I finish my task but (GASP!) it's sooooo dangerous! Piglet is a very cautious little guy but still, I know that the countertop is no place for a toddler.
Then one day I saw The Learning Tower in a catalog and I knew it was what we needed. I'm usually up for buying and trying new things if they will make my life easier but this thing is a piece of furniture and at nearly $200 I had to mull it over a little. After about a month of serious consideration, I bit the bullet and bought one last week at one of my favorite local baby stores. Our handyman assembled it a few days ago and even though it's not quite Christmas yet, I couldn't resist letting Piglet try it out.
Piglet is a huge fan. He's scarcely left the safety of its four sides since I put him in it three days ago. It's very well-made and so much safer than a step stool (or the countertop *hang head in shame*). Now Piglet can be right up at my level while I'm tidying up the kitchen or sitting at the island eating a bagel in the morning. It will also be fantastic the next time we cook or bake together.
To the makers* of this awesomely simple, yet highly useful piece of furniture, I thank you, my back thanks you.
On a Twinks-related note, I am 23 weeks tomorrow! HOLY PIGLETS. We are knocking on the door of viability at 24 weeks. Of course I want them to cook a while longer than that but still, what a milestone! I see the MFMS on Tuesday so look for a full update later this week. I am excited to see the little buggers again and maybe deliver a short lecture on the fact that mommy's uterus is not a bouncy house and particularly not at 2:00 a.m.
*This product was not given to me and I received no compensation for my positive remarks.
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Great investment - and no, I do not know anyone that could resist Piglet!!
Glad to hear that the twinks are cooking up so well - how have you been feeling?
We are huge fans of the Learning Tower as well. I love that it can be adjusted so that your kid won't topple over the top as he grows. Worth every penny!
Looks like he absolutely loves it! I have admired that in the catalog for a long time...
I am so jealous! I nagged at DH to get me one of those a few months ago, but he feels they are totally overpriced. I tried to explain that some things are STILL WORTH IT, but he was not sold. I will send him this post.
Oh, and thanks for sharing your cervix story on my blog. I feel better that your docs are not concerned. I am feeling pretty good about the whole situation now, and I'm praying for a good result at my check tomorrow and thumbs-up from the doc to travel.
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