Tuesday, April 7, 2009

Dream Feeders Unite!

So with so many of my friends and family (hi Krissy!) with infants in tow, one of my favorite people, the baby whisperer, is often a subject of conversation.  Typically around the subject of getting our precious little ones to sleep.  One of the key concepts Tracy (yes, I do talk about her as if I really know her- it make me feel better about being totally hooked on her philosophies!) promotes is the dream feed... basically feeding the baby just before you go to bed so he or she will (fingers crossed) sleep longer during your sleeping hours.  

All of that to say, I just had the sweetest dream feed with Reagan.  I often go up to her room around 11pm tired and wishing I could just be heading to bed and come out feeling totally grounded in what is truly most important in life.  Tonight after finishing her bottle, she just snuggled her little head into me and had the sweetest smile on her face.  Her little eyes bounced open a few times and then slowly shut as her smile twitched while she drifted off into dreamland.  

Just wanted to share a moment that represents the sweetness in life amidst all of the craziness.   

4 comments:

  1. The GraningsApril 8, 2009 at 9:35 PM

    When Liam first started sleeping a little longer at night I actually found myself missing our special little late night dates. Don't get me wrong I do enjoy the extra hours of sleep but there is nothing better than holding than holding your sweet little baby, belly full, sleepy smile on their face, snuggled tight in your arms. I found myself many nights rocking him with tears rolling down my cheeks praising God for every moment with him even the ones that come in the middle of the night.

    On another note....I dreamfed when we got off the phone last night and I am off to do it again now.

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  2. Sab MadApril 9, 2009 at 2:56 AM

    The dream feed was always my fav and I always held on to it WAY too long and cried when it ended! I'm glad you enjoy it and realize how special it is!!

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  3. MaggieApril 9, 2009 at 9:37 AM

    Ah, yes, the dream feed. Stacy and Brent filled in for me the last 2 nights and I miss it! But I needed sleep terribly so it was a good sacrifice :)

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  4. TYLERSApril 12, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    I agree....I love that special one on one time with Blake. And, it too helps me survive the craziness of having a newborn.

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