He Actually Ate a Waffle!

Keanu is a very picky eater. Super picky. Most of the time I feel like he's not getting enough to eat and he's malnourished. But, he is growing and his soiled diapers tell me he is eating.

Well, this morning I made some organic "Eggo-like" waffles and he actually ate one and the whole thing for that matter. I just sort of had it out on the table before he woke up and when I showed him the waffle he was rather excited about it and wanted to eat it before playing with his race track. I couldn't believe it! Perhaps he's adjusting to having a little brother now. The pediatrician told me that he may start to refuse to eat and for a while it seemed we couldn't please him with anything. When Kanoa was born it got a lot worse, but over a month later I am hoping he eats more.

I'll Start Here

A little over a month ago I was a mother to one child, a 2 and half year old. Things were somewhat simple and becoming more routine. As Keanu has been getting older he has become more self efficient and more independent. It was becoming quite nice not having to tend to his every need. For the past year, I also have been pregnant with our 2nd boy. I also had quite an uncomfortable last few months of my pregnancy so moving around tending to Keanu was becoming difficult. He still required me changing his clothes, bathing, potty training etc. But, having a child that can walk, talk and do many things for himself was good timing with my pregnancy.

Then, Kanoa arrived! What a cute bundle of joy. Grandma was here helping out, but I discovered that was not exactly what I expected and I'll elaborate on that later in another blog, but being suddenly thrusted in caring for two children seriously turned OUR world upside down. And, I don't mean just mine and my husband's. I know it has been quite an adjustment for Keanu. I already discovered what to do and what not to do already with a toddler who isn't getting all the attention anymore.

My main concern with Keanu is still giving him the right amount and quality attention while also having to tend to Kanoa who does require more attention at this time. I don't want Keanu to have issues with this whole chapter in his life later in life. I grew up an only child so I don't know what it's like to share parents.

So, this is where I'll start my blog... talking about Keanu and what is working and not working. I am no expert, but with everyday being a new experience I may just someday become an parenting guru!