Imagine you're catching up with Michelle or Barak over some delectable shower treats and sparkling champagne. What questions would come to mind? Chat them up! Share your questions below so The Fites have a chance to interact with you a bit on this festive occasion.
I know you're doing the cloth diaper route. (Insert happy face here ____)! Have you thought about co-sleeping and attachment parenting? Natural healing? Immunizations? Circumcision?
ReplyDeleteFunny you ask. We've thought about all of those......A LOT!!! : )
DeleteWe are co-sleeping and practicing attachment parenting. : )
We're reading Dr. Sear's book on A.P. now! So far, no immunizations. We feel very strongly against circumcision for a number of reasons, including the trauma experienced by the little guy. Thanks for asking! Missed seeing you at Faire last summer. : )
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DeleteI would also love to hear your views on immunizations? And I was also wondering about your birth plan. As of right, now I was just gonna wing it.
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We would not suggest winging it. In fact, we suggest getting a doula and reading the book 'Birthing from Within' by Pam England.....at least the chapter on Birth Plans. Another good book suggestion is Hypnobirthing: the Monghan Method (sp?). The best thing you can do for you and your baby is to be prepared. : ) Trust me [Michelle]. Can't wait to meet Charlotte, as well!!! We should chat more about immunizations.
DeleteBirthing From Within is an absolute MUST read!!!
DeleteOh... And The Midwives Guide To Childbirth And Pregnancy is awesome too! Wise Wimsn Herbal For The Childbearing Year by Susan Weed!
Delete:-) How goes the baby safety readiness of your abode? The key is to see the world at child heights!
ReplyDeleteWe need to work on that! Our current clutter would not pass a toddler safety inspection. : ) Of course, he won't be mobile for awhile. I'm sure we'll go OVERBOARD when the time comes to child-proof the premises! : ) Good advice on seeing the area through the child's eyes!
DeleteWe want to know what you plan to teach him to call you, ma and pap? Mother and Father? Whatever comes out first? :) Also, what kind of music will you be serenading him to sleep with? Barak, string that guitar! -Russ, Ashley and Zoey.
ReplyDeleteHe will be addressing us as "Sir" and "Ma'am" ONLY. Just kidding! We like "Mama" and any variation of "Papa" or "Daddy." : )
DeleteHe likes his Raffi albums during the quiet hours of the day....otherwise, he is straight rocking to Donovan, Tool, or the New World Renaissance Band. ; )
what are your thoughts on schooling?Are you planning on home schooling him?~Viki
ReplyDeleteWhen are you moving back to MI? ~Jon :)
We plan on following the 'unschooling' philosophy, letting him lead the way.
DeleteWe will move back to Michigan when you move to Hawaii--that way we can continue our long distance relationship. ; )
I want to hear your birth story from beginning to birth! :)
ReplyDeleteAnd what did you individually think & feel the very moment your eyes met Baby Fite?
What are your plans for Hawaii now?
Not a question, but a request - must have some video please! Miss you all so much!
Love, Great Aunt Pammie & Great Uncle Jerry XO XO xo XO XO xo
Michelle: It felt like time slowed down and everything went quiet. When I would look at him, it just felt like it was him and me in that moment. It kind of felt like being reunited with an old cherished friend. It almost felt like I had already known him before--but at the same time, amazement. I was so in love with him already.
DeleteBarak: It was all like, "whoa." ; )
But seriously, we are just SO glad that everyone made it through ok. It was such an intense lead-up to the birth that it was difficult to relax enough to emotionally explore the incredible weight of the occasion. Seeing him for the first time launched us right into the land of positive vibes-- momentous, positive experience!
We have big plans for Hawaii! : ) Hopefully acting on them in the next few months...
Wonderful reply. We love you all. Another question: What are you calling him????
DeleteWith little guy sleeping with you, have your dreams been different in any way? Do tell!!!
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Michelle: I sleep SO little right now. Waking every one or two hours to either nurse, change a diaper, or soothe him, so I haven't really been dreaming--that I can tell. But my dream came true in my waking life! ; )
DeleteI know you've been busy sending replies and eating cake (LOL), but what was the answer to your Girth Game, have you done the name drawing, and we're wondering if our gift arrived in good condition and that it was the right thing? Seriously, let's get this party started! Ha! Ha! JK. But we are quite curious. More photos & video please. Or maybe tomorrow when/if you're rested we can FaceTime? (We don't have Skype) XO XO xo
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