Comments on: Neatorama Got a Baby!

By: IFZen

IFZen — Mon, 14 Aug 2006 15:09:11 +0000

Congratulations !

By: Norasee

Norasee — Thu, 10 Aug 2006 06:47:52 +0000

It’s great to see the happy face behind Neatorama (inarguably the best website ever). Congratulations to you and your family! Advice? I don’t know squat about kids, but I would have liked it if my father had made me smile and showed me how a man ought to treat a woman. Do that for Madeline and as an adult she’ll remember you for the right reasons.

Cheers,
Nora

By: Vic

Vic — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 20:49:19 +0000

Congrats Alex,

As a father of 2 their is no greater feeling in the world as being a father. The first couple months are a little rough and then one day your little bundle of joy will give you the greatest toothless smile in the world. And that my friend is NEAT.

By: Spring Maxfield

Spring Maxfield — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 03:06:39 +0000

Hey, congratulations. I had a baby girl this week too!
the daddy is my hubby of 14 years who you linked on Neatorama a few months ago, Todd Barricklow. Girls are fun. Our big girl, almost 6, is so worth it, we thought we’d do it again.

By: David B

David B — Sat, 05 Aug 2006 01:48:38 +0000

Now that’s NEAT! Welcome to the world Madeline.
(she’s so tiny)

By: orvel

orvel — Fri, 04 Aug 2006 04:12:05 +0000

Lots and lots and lots of love for your new daughter!!!!

By: yawfren

yawfren — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 19:13:43 +0000

to calm the teething monster and get your child back safely and naturally:

hyland’s teething tablets. You can find them at the grocery store in the baby aisle, or at Walmart in the Vitamin aisle, next to the prenatal vitamins. About $3-5 depending on where you go.

http://www.hylands.com

By: Kahsoon

Kahsoon — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 17:26:27 +0000

OMG congrats to you my friend! That is a great news. Hope to see your postings soon.

By: David

David — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 16:57:01 +0000

Happy for you!

By: Logonberry

Logonberry — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 15:05:53 +0000

Congratulations, just 1 tip, ifd she does something bold but hilarious (maybe when she’s a couple years older) give out to her first, and then laugh when she’s asleep or out of the room, otherwise she’ll do it again and again ’til it actually isn’t funny, just bold, but by that time it’ll be too late to give out to her and she’ll stop. Congrats again buddy!

By: growabrain

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By: ikke

ikke — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 07:06:11 +0000

congratulations….:)
van harte gefeliciteerd….

By: Steph

Steph — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 04:07:59 +0000

Congratulations!!!

Advice: all children come standard with at least one poo-splosion. This event is when you smell something amiss, and realize the bundle of joy you’re holding has somehow managed to poo not only in her diaper, but ALL THE WAY up her back as well. Poo removal from hair is frequently involved in the typical poo-splosion–both the baby’s hair and (somehow) your own hair. I’m just sayin’.

Prepare for it, and you may even be able to chuckle about it rather than collapsing, sobbing, to the floor.

Be strong! It’s very worth it!

By: alison

alison — Thu, 03 Aug 2006 01:37:55 +0000

Take lots of photos of just the little parts – toes, fingers, nose – they grow so quickly!

By: Eric

Eric — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 23:03:27 +0000

well the best advice i could give anyone about raising a baby would be to simply not worry, dont give in to the family craze and all the confusion that comes along with it, and there are allot of people that may seem to have the answer (baby raising books ans stuff like it) but all you have to do is simply trust your instincts and do what you feel is rioght for your child, there are allof of people that offer you a guide book or a set of rules but you really dont need that stuff, trust your instincts and she will grow up just fine

and remember, more toys and early schooling does not make the child smarter, they will learn just fine either way

By: Dylan

Dylan — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 22:50:14 +0000

NICE!

By: Ajit

Ajit — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 22:48:06 +0000

Congrats. Awesome.

By: Militantplatypus

Militantplatypus — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 21:31:41 +0000

Congratulations to you both!

By: Pam

Pam — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 21:10:51 +0000

Hooray for your family!

The only two things I can think of: 1) make sure she is always wearing enough clothes so she doesn’t get cold 2) cover her up when you are in the sun.

Best wishes for your new addition

By: Isabelle

Isabelle — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 19:58:04 +0000

Best wishes to everyone in the family! How exciting…a new little person in this big great world. I wish health and happiness for your beautiful bundle of joy.

I just love the site. I say don’t change a thing! Thanks for all the wonderful posts.

By: Tiff in Okla.

Tiff in Okla. — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 19:16:36 +0000

Congratulations and best wishes! I adore your stellar site.

My advice is to just be in the “now” as much as possible. Babies bring your life to a screeching halt – temporarily – and if you expect too much of yourself or allow yourself to fret about other things you’d like to be getting done, it will really get you down. As much as I hate to say it, don’t worry about your readers right now. You just had a BABY – if you have a spare 15 minutes and are trying to decide between a nap or posting here, in spite of myself I would suggest you take the nap. My children are 6 and 2. I loved having babies in the house, but it definitely was a different way of life all around. The months are short but the days are long…but it’s so worth it.

This is an awesome time for you – enjoy it!

By: silviam

silviam — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 18:51:36 +0000

congratulations!

By: prairie biker

prairie biker — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 18:45:16 +0000

Congratulations!

Just get her some credit cards. The rest will all work itself out.

By: Ryan

Ryan — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 18:19:38 +0000

Congradulations. For the next five years, the things you will never have enough of: diapers & milk.

By: Noran

Noran — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:44:33 +0000

My husband would adivse aBoppy pillow. Even though I had to stop breast feeding, it is a great support/lounging pillow for Virginia. It lets her sit-up somewhat, on the bed with us, not not recomended for baby to sleep in unattended. Also a trash can right next to the changing table is his other favorite thing.

By: Noran

Noran — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:32:13 +0000

Congratulations!
I visit your site daily and you kept me well entertained during my monthsof house confinment and bedside. My daughter Virginia is 10 weeks oldnow and she is great!
Advice from a first time mother at age 44 is:
1. A gift for mommie–baby gets everything and mommie feels a little left out at times. I got one at my shower and it really made me feel special
2. no need for bottle sterilizer, as long as you do not have well water–bottles now can be dishwasher, or hot water and soap
3. Always spray by Clorox rocks! safe to use around the little one to clean items and surfaces
4. Ocean nasal spray–to clear the tiny notrils of stuff
5. no baby powder–they do not recommend it, due to potential respiratory issues it can cause
6. the Ads say you need to put ointment on their butts to prevent diaper rash, but my nursery nurses told me “NO”, that as long as you keep the buttock area clean, dry, and changes diapers regularly–no need for the ointments
7. get invilved in making decisions about baby supplies/items–your wife makes so many choices–a little help is welcome, for they can be overwhelming–I wish my husband was more involved with decisions–BUT he does do diapers extremely well though.
8. wahs cloths, the 3 pack from Taregt are great burp/sip cloths at $1.59 and come in many colors
9. Once Upon a Child–if you have one near you is a great place to shop for used items–I got her crib there, and ofeten find new clothes–never worn–at great prices
10. The advent bottle system from UK works the best for my baby–we tried several. available at most stores(Target,CVS,Walmart). What I did was but one bottle of from several makers and tried them out. Gerber also did nicely.
11. sign-up for Pampers, Huggies, and your Baby’s formula mailings–you will get samples and great coupons. If breastfeeding–still sign-up for formula, for you may need to supplement at some point. Enfamil has a great program for this.
12. keep a digital camera near the crib and one in the diaper bag–never know when a cute momment may happen
13. stock the frig/kitchen with your wife’s favorite snacks/treats/simple meals. She’s still eating for two!
14. stock supplies for 2 weeks at a time, to save trips to the stores
15. Purell a great hand cleanser tokeep atthe changing table
16. pick 1-20 pictures–get copies 10 of each, and then buy cheap pocket photo albums. So, when family and close friends visit–they get their own brag album. We did this while we were still in the hospital. My husband’s hobby is digital photography–so he had pics done, downloaded on his laptop, and transfered to disc. He went to local drugstore’s one hour photo processing and was back in time to start passing them out to our visitors. The family members were stunned by their own little albums, to be able to show/share with others so quickly.
17. You can put pictures up at flickr-and email the link to friends/family far away. Have a friend,who’s first grandchild was born last week, but due to his job, he cannot travel tosee him for 3 weeks yet. He still is awaiting someone to email him a photo still–poor guy!
18. A piggyback with coins from 2006. My mother did that for all 4 of her children–clear glass. I have given banks as gifts for the same purpose. Does not have to be a pig though. Ebay has so many choices.
19. Pick bedtime clothing, that allows for ease of diaper change
20. Halo sleep sac–great item
21. http://www.aap.org/–American Academy of Pediatricians website
22. Great daddie blogs:babygadget.net
dadcentric.com,daddydrama.com,noodad.com/cms/,daddytypes.com,
federatedmedia.net/parenting,parenthacks.com.
We both fidn them useful.
23. All Free Clear laundry soap safe for baby clothing, and cheaper than Deft
24. Tiny Love baby toys/items are great and well made
25. I learned from others chewing your baby’s fingernails, to keep them trim is easier then trying to use a baby fingeranil clipper, and I have tried several brands.
26. most of all, enjoy the time, for it passes fast–especially when you arfe sleep deprived!

By: aLeKs

aLeKs — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:29:20 +0000

Congratulations!

By: rcran

rcran — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:10:18 +0000

“Just make sure to get rid of it before puberty. The last thing you want in your house is a human teenager…”
-Planet of the apes.

By: donna

donna — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 17:07:10 +0000

Congratulations to all of you! Yay!

The best advice on babies? Sleep when they sleep! Otherwise, you’ll get really tired!

By: mercurial scribe

mercurial scribe — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 16:24:45 +0000

CONGRATS!!!

By: Rodrigo Ferrari

Rodrigo Ferrari — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 16:04:31 +0000

CONGRATS!!!!

By: Tim Wells

Tim Wells — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:57:46 +0000

I’m just glad is doesn’t look like me! (Just kidding)

Congrads!!

By: BANK LOCATER

BANK LOCATER — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:53:41 +0000

Congratulations

By: Floyd

Floyd — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:52:10 +0000

Grats on the new girl. May I recommend starting her now on a chastity belt, so that when she is a teenager, she will already be used to wearing one.

By: Brendan

Brendan — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:19:38 +0000

Congrats m8! Was wondering why there hadn’t been updates, and as i mayhave missed them, i know that only pails into compairson the ammount of sleep yourself and Tiffany will most-likely loose over your precious one. Keep up the good work, and if i have one tid bit of advice….

Warm Milk bottle feed, and a car ride… Puts them to sleep most of the time

By: ILuvNUFC

ILuvNUFC — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 15:11:26 +0000

Congratulations to you and the good lady.
Your life is about to change forever and you can never really appreciate how much either. I thought I was ready for the birth of my son 6 years ago but boy did I have a lot to learn. In a year or so you will wonder what you used to do with your time!

If I can offer any advice I would echo the sentiments of lelheq(comment no62) and enjoy every minute as it soon passes.

By: Danno

Danno — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:43:10 +0000

Long time fan of this site, & I’m glad I get to leave my first comment under such happy news! The sight is fantastic. I particularly enjoy all the science and tech articles, but the whole sight is great.

By: Badjuk

Badjuk — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:33:27 +0000

Congratulations!!!
Niech siÄ™ brzdÄ…c chowa zdrowo

By: lalheg

lalheg — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:21:09 +0000

Congratulations from the UK. There’s no better smell than the top of a new babe’s head, no softer hair or skin. My advice 1) none of it is forever, so treasure the good and endure the bad times – they will pass equally fast 2) smile sweetly when anyone dishes out advice, don’t argue and then do what the heck you want to do anyhow

By: Brian

Brian — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:15:57 +0000

Congratulations!

Glad mom and the wee gaffer are ok.

Can’t give any advice. My son is nearly eight and I still wonder if I’m a good parent.

All you can do is your best, eh? Your time is the most important gift you can give her.

Take care.

By: BÃ¶rje

BÃ¶rje — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:14:41 +0000

Congratulations!

By: AJ

AJ — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:10:31 +0000

I have a 4 yr old boy and I remember the joy I experienced changing diapers and following him around.Electrical cords are not meant to be used as teething devices!Advice?I have none that will not be learned at the exact moment you should’ve known.Basically it’s all a constant learning process.My mom said it best,”Dont buy those Dr.Spock books.They are a waste of your $$,what the hell do they know about YOUR child.The first one is an experiment.” Congrats!!! Stay calm and cool. ajv

By: Carin

Carin — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:05:35 +0000

I can never resist pictures of wittle babies. My advice? Girls are stealth pee-ers when you change their diapers, so always make sure you have something underneath them. My boys – well it was obvious if they did the deed during a change. Girls, not so much. You just reach under, and there’s a puddle.

By: rhcpaul

rhcpaul — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 14:05:01 +0000

make sure you put the cheesesteak in the top end

congrats, matey

By: Dougall

Dougall — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 13:52:43 +0000

My best wishes to you all. My best advice – trust yourself, but be willing to seek answers from books & other parents, but trust your own observations and instincts – you are there with your own child, they are not. Try not to worry to much, being a parent is different, sometimes challenging, but generally great and the best thing you can do with your life. Best advice for the next little while – learn to get to sleep quickly, get up when you have to, then get back to sleep quickly – if you get a chance for a nap, take it! Have fun – we certainly have with our family! Also – as I’ve said before – Neatorama is great. To echo an earlier comment, the only thing I would want is a bit more of it.

By: Zac Datawhat BabyRoadies

Zac Datawhat BabyRoadies — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 13:39:53 +0000

Nice work, buddy! (Longtime Neatorama listener, first time caller.) A friend of mine and I set up a dad blog called Baby Roadies where we talk about junk and stuff. You might be into it. Again, nice work. Zac P.S. I am not a robot.

By: yawfren

yawfren — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 13:36:40 +0000

Aw, how awesome is that.
Congratulations to you both!

for teething there is actually a natural based product that looks like little pills but melt once in the mouth. I’ll have to ask one of my mommy friends because I don’t remember the name but they taste pretty good.

By: gail

gail — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 13:26:42 +0000

What wonderful news! Congratulations to you both. Advice on raising a girl? From my experience, just sit back and soak in the love, man.

By: Blacknimbus

Blacknimbus — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 12:46:57 +0000

Advice? A couple of things spring to mind.

1. Buy a shotgun. If you have no real use for guns, just purchase an inexpensive, double-barreled model. Oh, and cleaning cloths. That way when suitors come buy to introduce themselves, you’ll have something to polish while conversing with the young man.

2. Teenagers should never have outside windows in their rooms. It’s easier to just leave them out of the houseplans than it is to board them up later on when the kids start jumping out of them at midnight to get into mischief…and they will.

By: Dharmasatya

Dharmasatya — Wed, 02 Aug 2006 12:28:51 +0000

Congrats on the safe arrival of your baby girl!