Browsing all posts in March, 2010.

Snoedel Giveaway!

Dear Readers, now’s your chance to win something unique! WHAT IS THE GIVEAWAY?  Snoedel.com has offered to give a free Snoedel to one of my readers to show their support and concern for preemie babies and their parents. TO ENTER:  All you have to do to enter the giveaway is leave a comment under this [...]

The Snoedel

I’ve just been introduced to a unique product called a Snoedel, pronounced “snoodle”.  The name is of Dutch origin meaning “snuggle”, and it is a small fabric doll/blanket that provides aromatherapy for babies.  According to it’s purpose, it’s recommended for babies in the NICU because the doll can be infused with the mother’s scent and [...]

Due Date Come and Gone?

So, my 27-weeker preemie was in the NICU past her due date, which the nurses had told me was a bit unusual.  From the day we arrived at the NICU I received encouragement that my baby would be home before her due date, because most preemies were.  I never lost hope of that, which is [...]

A Dose of Sweetness

I just found some darling quotes about babies and thought I’d share them with you.  I hope they bring a smile to your face as they did to mine.  :) A baby is born with a need to be loved – and never outgrows it. – Frank A. Clark A baby will make love stronger, [...]

Please… Just Don’t!!

Why do people take their sick kids out in public?  Are people just clueless?  Thoughtless?  Ignorant?  Do they just not care about anyone but themselves?  I just don’t get it. One Sunday I went to nurse my newborn baby in a mother’s lounge, and as I entered two mothers in the room who were also [...]