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Things I Said I'd Never Do When I Had Kids...But Did

Immediately to the left of this post is a list that I have had in my head since Benjamin was two days old. That was when we took him to his first doctor's appointment and we were told that we needed to bottle feed him until I was able to breastfeed again (long story, maybe for another post some day). I was devastated because that was not my plan. Well, I came to learn that when it comes to parenting, rarely do things go the way we plan. So I humbly present to you my list of things I said I'd never do when I had kids...but did.

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  1. JamieJanuary 16, 2010 at 10:40 AM

    Allison, I totally enjoy reading your blogs. You hit the nail on the head everytime when it comes to mommyhood:) Many moms/wifes can relate to your blogs. Reminds me of when Trey (my first) was born and everything stressed me. Now with Steve (my 3rd) its anything goes! Haha Thanks for sharing:)

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  2. A.A.H.January 16, 2010 at 11:10 AM

    Thanks Jamie! It's good to know that someone is actually reading and enjoying them. :)

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