tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post8863812557825261391..comments2023-08-24T11:25:53.181-04:00Comments on Catherine's Chatter - Waiting for Hannah: The Power of the Pouch!Catherinehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06120007274654255204noreply@blogger.comBlogger32125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-13976316565685461752009-07-12T19:50:15.099-04:002009-07-12T19:50:15.099-04:00I am so glad that you have done the research requi...I am so glad that you have done the research required to make Hannah's transition and bonding go the best they can. You know first hand that I LOVE my ERGO and so does Emerson. I can not recommend it enough and I know first hand that all the carrying that I am doing will pay off in the future. Emerson's emotional status is more important to me than anything and I will never look back and regret the days of back aches and things that could've been done if only I weren't carrying the ergo with a full load in it. Get ready girl, you are so close. Don't forget to start lifting weights as well! =0)t~https://www.blogger.com/profile/16661748211204975504noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-6302058493707506532009-07-12T17:52:41.744-04:002009-07-12T17:52:41.744-04:00Hey Catherine :)
Same as the poster above I've...Hey Catherine :)<br />Same as the poster above I've been following your blog for years - (not sure if I've ever commented before though).<br />Excitement is building on this side of the world too (NZ) as I'm anticpating your referral! It's a Global thing! :D<br />Heartfelt thanks for sharing your journey. I thought I'd better chime in and say "Hi" now before things get insanely exciting for you and words swim before your eyes! ;)<br />You're goig to be the *most wonderful* Mum Catherine.<br />Anne (and Family)Annenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-46439827516109978132009-07-12T15:17:54.624-04:002009-07-12T15:17:54.624-04:00Catherine-
Just a note to tell you that I am so ...Catherine-<br /> Just a note to tell you that I am so excited for your upcoming referral. I have followed your blog for a very very long time. I check in a couple times a month and update myself on what's going on. Over the course of years you have always held fast to your faith and your gentle spirit shines through on your blog. My daughter's name is Hannah Gabrielle and I of course love the name Hannah. I am so excited to follow you on your journey as you get to see her sweet face! I love how you continue to educate and inspire others just by being you. Thanks so much for sharing your story and allowing me to come along!<br />Sincerely-<br />Jenny VJenny Vhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16687533676114111209noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-71449025941960258172009-07-10T21:40:01.735-04:002009-07-10T21:40:01.735-04:00I agree, carry your daughter as close to you as po...I agree, carry your daughter as close to you as possible for as long as you can stand it! I had swollen ankles to prove it! Make sure you are taking your multi-vitamins!<br />I tell AA every day that I see her for the first time, whether getting out of bed or when I arrive home from work, I pick her up, I look into her eyes, asking "Where are Mommy's eyes?". She looks right at me and points and then we hug! It's a beautiful thing!<br /><br />Alyzabeth's Mommy for Almost Ten Months!Alyson and Fordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09152315459410231214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-79058409713824595522009-07-09T21:56:01.320-04:002009-07-09T21:56:01.320-04:00This is adorable...her touching your cheek! Made ...This is adorable...her touching your cheek! Made me tear up too!!!Christiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09641535226387478870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-36145991759079702752009-07-09T15:58:38.316-04:002009-07-09T15:58:38.316-04:00I ordered a Babyhawk, and it just came in the mail...I ordered a Babyhawk, and it just came in the mail, I LOVE it. I also made one while I was waiting for it to come, I figured I needed more than one in case there were times when one needed washing. I also hope to get the Scootababy, it's a hip carrier.<br />You're so close now!!!Angelahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02105709606853669557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-48836426109234811072009-07-08T22:46:34.301-04:002009-07-08T22:46:34.301-04:00What a precious picture of Ro with her little hand...What a precious picture of Ro with her little hand caressing your cheek! I carried Hannah all the time in the beginning...now, she is a big ol' three year old (snivel)<br /><br />Cannot wait to see your sweet Hannah in your arms!!<br /><br />Have a blessed week.<br />Love,<br />HeatherHeatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05089748446952275001noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-7021449557382186362009-07-08T21:05:08.714-04:002009-07-08T21:05:08.714-04:00I loved my BabyHawk - it was a real lifesaver and ...I loved my BabyHawk - it was a real lifesaver and helped with the bonding!! Naomi would fall asleep in it and I liked the fact they were cotton so I didn't get too sweaty! It's been pased on to Doris - I am sure she will make good use of it! <br /><br />Talking about carriers, yesterday I found one of those metal frame "hiking" carriers - it was put out with a neighbour's garbage. Not sure if Naomi will fit in it but it might come in handy on our next hike!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12928833345926156641noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-16060632302299596072009-07-08T20:49:45.407-04:002009-07-08T20:49:45.407-04:00you got ME choked up reading about Ro in the Ergo ...you got ME choked up reading about Ro in the Ergo and it made me feel really encouraged that MAYBE I can get Gao Mei into one- I have one that was handed on to me (for the life of me still can't figure out how to strap the darn thing on)- and haven't decided about bringing it to China as she's never been carried like that and being 3.5 years old, may really resist us initially so we don't want to force ourselves, you know? But, glad to know it takes that much weight and once she gets more comfortable, we can start using it- wow, that photo of you and Ro? Priceless...<br /><br />Not long before I'll be shedding big FAT tears because it will be HANNAH in there!!!kitchuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03907460384010952009noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-63757678952924768962009-07-07T21:04:40.063-04:002009-07-07T21:04:40.063-04:00I plan on getting an Ergo and wearing my girl, too...I plan on getting an Ergo and wearing my girl, too. I guess that's another blessing in the wait, right? We'll be so much better prepared now than we would have back then....Special Khttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11824577189457099837noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-69076800944519590402009-07-07T17:09:57.601-04:002009-07-07T17:09:57.601-04:00Catherine,
I wanted to point you to a website tha...Catherine,<br /><br />I wanted to point you to a website that is all about babywearing. It is a wealth of information and was invaluable for me. <br /><br />www.thebabywearer.com<br /><br />Can't wait to see pictures of Hannah!Jennoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-72529542744152579292009-07-07T13:56:32.183-04:002009-07-07T13:56:32.183-04:00Yup, yup! Carrier all the way. We didn't even ...Yup, yup! Carrier all the way. We didn't even have a stroller in China, but you know that. And my fave carrier was the Playtex Hip Hammock (the one Donna mentioned above). That little device just rocked. <br /><br />CAN. NOT. WAIT. till you get your referral. Seriously can't wait. Am dying over here just anticipating the moment!M3https://www.blogger.com/profile/13775708069296721624noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-90835014405585774532009-07-07T12:58:46.302-04:002009-07-07T12:58:46.302-04:00I loved our carrier, too! I can't believe it ...I loved our carrier, too! I can't believe it is almost YOUR turn. Wahoo!sandrahttp://jazzieandtahlia.typepad.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-69423688042314111402009-07-07T11:55:43.588-04:002009-07-07T11:55:43.588-04:00I know what a wonderful Mom you will be... I can&...I know what a wonderful Mom you will be... I can't wait for the first pictures of you together.. The carrier is a wonderful thing,I see on all the blogs how helpful it is. The children need to learn trust and how hard is it for them when they have had so much trauma in their lives. Lauren is a wonderful little girl with so much spirit and such a happy smile, much like Ree & Ro.. she is now playing like every other 2 yr old, and it makes me feel so happy.<br />Waiting with prayers for you to get referral soon. LindaLindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10139900762615875346noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-11870602964109619442009-07-07T11:42:41.052-04:002009-07-07T11:42:41.052-04:00Great post Catherine. You've definitely done ...Great post Catherine. You've definitely done your research! You already know my thoughts on all of this and how much we carried Samara around in China and when we were home. We NEVER used the stroller and I think it really helped. We plan to do the same thing with Denver (even though he looks to be about twice the size at half her age!!!) Thanks for posting all this great info!<br /><br />kThe Carmodyshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06827133486985523750noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-33543435794608935882009-07-07T10:37:49.650-04:002009-07-07T10:37:49.650-04:00I really want a Baby Hawk! Let us know how you li...I really want a Baby Hawk! Let us know how you like it! <br /><br />I LOVE to carry my babies in a sling or other kind of carrier! It's so much easier then a stroller and is just such a nice way to have a constant cuddle! I think you have made a great choice for you and Hannah! I can't wait to see pictures of Hannah in there with you! Not long now!!!<br /><br />-Jen-AandAsMamahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15257558953336258257noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-81537027126964011492009-07-07T09:47:50.216-04:002009-07-07T09:47:50.216-04:00Stalking the blog to hear the good news!!!!Stalking the blog to hear the good news!!!!Carolhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08891469426138509171noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-66011202494471049992009-07-07T09:11:42.902-04:002009-07-07T09:11:42.902-04:00I hope you have coupons for frequent visits to the...I hope you have coupons for frequent visits to the chiropractor! Those pictures made my back ache!<br /><br />;)Johnnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16423885759708774960noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-67755135774697382652009-07-07T09:09:22.357-04:002009-07-07T09:09:22.357-04:00You look SO good wearing that carrier! You look li...You look SO good wearing that carrier! You look like a total natural!Briana's Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11160431869695128577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-43638633881323683782009-07-07T09:03:42.574-04:002009-07-07T09:03:42.574-04:00I wish they had these things when my 21 year old s...I wish they had these things when my 21 year old son was a baby! We used ours almost constantly in China when we adopted Gwen. She was older -- 15 months -- so I opted for the Playtex Hip Hammock (we loaned it to M3 for her China trip). We actually used it again last week in England! Maddy still fits and she's nearly 5!<br /><br />I can hardly wait to see Hannah all tucked in cozy and content and nestled against your heart (where she's been for so many years already).<br /><br />Donna<br />Our blog: <a href="http://2happy.typepad.com" rel="nofollow">Double Happiness!</a>Donnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15717351421043156637noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-86690511624042410222009-07-07T08:40:46.722-04:002009-07-07T08:40:46.722-04:00I love that picture of you and Ro.
I also love ...I love that picture of you and Ro. <br /><br />I also love that you are so great at absorbing all of this information and putting it to use in your own life. Hannah will know that she can trust you and the Baby Hawk will help that process along, for sure.Two Kayakshttp://secretkayaks.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-69827374795191027222009-07-07T08:40:43.971-04:002009-07-07T08:40:43.971-04:00P.S. 10 WEEEEEEEEEEKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!P.S. 10 WEEEEEEEEEEKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!4Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15497882301211681198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-91183171095757125442009-07-07T08:39:46.130-04:002009-07-07T08:39:46.130-04:00Attachment is something I think about a lot and ha...Attachment is something I think about a lot and have been reading a lot on. We have 3 carriers and I still want an Ergo...it is a serious matte and requires the proper tools. I have been meaning to break out the Baby Hawk and stick Miss D in it to see.<br /><br />Keep smilin!4Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15497882301211681198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-51196819930305533582009-07-07T07:41:56.716-04:002009-07-07T07:41:56.716-04:00Goosebumps when I read 10 weeks!!!
"Wearing&...Goosebumps when I read 10 weeks!!!<br /><br />"Wearing" Hannah sounds great! I hope your friends and family DO read what you have posted so that they can understand why you are going to be doing what you are doing - whether they agree or not - they should understand and respect "why" you will be making the rules that you do.<br /><br />Also - it is good that you are educating everyone BEFORE you go so they have time to ask questions and absorb before Hannah comes home.M and Mhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13800812704056087070noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-14848310.post-27830918347495349322009-07-07T07:27:59.480-04:002009-07-07T07:27:59.480-04:00I wore my kid everywhere. It works if the kid is i...I wore my kid everywhere. It works if the kid is into it.It is a great way to keep you close.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com