Big boy in the house...

Since finding out we were expecting we have included Ethan in the news. Most conversations have revolved around topics about him being a big brother. We have purchased books regarding a new baby/being a big brother, all the ways that he can help as a big brother and then the discussion about how big brothers don't wear diapers and that diapers are for babies. Originally when we started the diaper conversation his response was, "No, E-ne (which is how he says his name...and I have no idea any other way to spell it...lol) has big diapers". In fact the rare occasions of him actually going on the potty had become nonexistent. Asking if he needed to go tinkle on the potty only brought on tantrums. OY! So I had completely just stopped asking, which in turn meant there no longer were any potty trips. I was beginning to loose all hope. Then on a whim, I searched for blogs regarding the potty training boys topic (stubborn boys specifically) and came across this one blog that actually was a craft blog but had a potty training experience entry. It was awesome! Her ideas and tips were amazing so I discussed with my hubby about how I wanted to try, as she put it, having a 'pee pee party'. I explained her experience and success with it but he was super skeptic. I can't really blame him since everything we had tried before can only be defined as failure.  One of the suggestions in the blog was to hid all his diapers but get newborn or size 1 diapers and when your child gets up the morning of the surprise 'pee pee party' you go to change their diaper, trying to put on the small one. With shock in your voice and action you explain they must have grown over night and are too big for their diapers now so now they will have to wear undies. lol. Genius!! I was so ready to dig out the size 1 diapers and give it a whirl.

Then on Monday, everything changed!! Ethan was helping me put laundry in the washing machine and of course it was a load that had mine and papa bear's undies in it. As he was putting everything in the washer he said, "Wash E-ne's undies?". Without giving it a second thought, I just said, "Nope, since you wear diapers, your undies are always clean...once you wear undies then we can wash yours with momma's and dada's". Maybe 30 minutes later he, out of nowhere, says, "Tinkle Tinkle" and takes off for the bathroom. Papa bear and I just looked at each other, as to say, "Whaaaa??". After he was done I told him, to go into the living room so I could put a diaper on him. His reply was, "No, momma, E-ne a a big boy, no diapers, get undies". I almost fell over.

He has worn undies ever sense. I still can't hardly believe it. Of course we have had a few accidents but just little tinkles where he just doesn't make it quick enough, but no soaking through, leaking on the carpet sort of accidents. I'm so proud of him. I think him "making the decision all on his own" was our secret. He sort of comes by that trait naturally...lol!! We are still putting him in pull ups over night...well to be honest...I enjoy my sleep. I know it's horrible to say but if he gets up at 7:30 and wants to play quietly until 8, I am ok with that but I can't expect him to hold his bladder until I get up. Baby steps for this momma. :)  It did however, feel AWESOME to pull all diapers out of the diaper bag and replace them with undies and extra clothes.

On another note...I can tell 2nd trimester is nearing because I'm feeling really good. My only complaint (because, we all know I always have to have one...lol) is some muscle pain in my back. It's almost impossible to sit in a dinner room table type chair. Unless I can sorta recline, I'm miserable. I don't know if it's just from bending over a lot with Ethan or what but it sucks. It's just on my right side right about where my bra strap is across my back. I finally decided I was going to get my heating pad out and put it to work, only to discover it no longer works. Ugh...just my luck. It's on my list of things to purchase ASAP! I've been battling a darn headache at the base of my neck too but I'm almost 100% positive it's from lack of sleep. Who knows...the two may be connected. I may have a massage in the near future.

Baby boo seems to be doing great. We rented a Doppler and it was delivered Monday. Of course we had to put it to use right away. Heartbeat was detected and going strong at 156. :) There is no denying sweet baby boo is growing like a weed. Here's a little belly series shot.

10 weeks on 8.5.12