Baby J's progress at 6mth

Finally it is the last 6-in-1 and oral 'rota virus' vaccines for Baby J. Mummy suggested another vaccine for Baby J, Pneumococcal. Daddy was concern if all 3 vaccines would be too strong for Baby J to endure the after effect (if any) - fever.

After some hesitation, the vaccines proceed. PD informed that there will be a 10 seconds bitting/burning sensation after Pneumococcal jab has been injected. But guess what? Baby J only wail for less than 3 seconds and swallow the full dose of rota virus. 3 cheers for Baby J for being so brave. *Muack Baby J*

Baby J's weight at 6mth is 6.35Kg and height 68cm. PD commented that he needs to gain weight - increase milk and ceral intake. Baby J, would you please increase your intake? Mummy is worried though you are healthy. Promise Mummy you will increase your appetite okay, darling?

That night, Baby J developed fever. Daddy and Mummy were worried and they let Baby J sleep with them through out the night. Dadddy took up the task of measuring Baby J's temperature while Mummy gave Baby J paracetamol every 6 hourly without fail. Mummy tries to comfort Baby J as and when required...

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Various Sales

Fox & Pumpkin Patch

Description:
Warehouse Sale Up to 70% off

Terms & Conditions:
Goods sold are non-exchangeable and non-refundable. While stocks last. Payment by Cash and Nets only.

Validity:
10/04/09 - 19/04/2009

Outlet Addresses:
1. Price Club
19A Tannery Road

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Mega Expo Sale now on!

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Times Bookshop
15 - 25% off new store at Tampines

Description:
The newest and largest Times bookstore branch opens today, atthe brand new Tampine 1. And it's not just bestsellers who will be under our roof, but also children's books, assessment books, Christian books, magazines, writing instruments, executive accessories, stationery, cards, gifts, toys, games, DVD/VCD movies and more. Come join our big house-warming party!

Times Privilege Card members' Morning Preview: April 10, 8.30am - 11.30am (at Tampines 1 Branch only)

- Enjoy 25% off regular priced books and stationery - 15% off assessment books - Free goodie bag for first 100 members with min purchase of $80

Post Preview: From April 10 12.00pm to May 10 (at Tampines 1 Branch only)

For members: 22% off regular priced books and stationery and 12% off assessment books

For non members: 15% off regular priced books and stationery and 8% off assessment books

Outlet Addresses:
1. Times Bookshop
Tampines 1, 10 Tampines Central 1 (next to Tampines MRT station)

Happy Birthday to Daddy

From Baby J to Daddy: "Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday to you. Happy Birthday to Daddy. Happy Birthday to you!"

Mummy made a reservation at Orchard Hotel - The Orchard Cafe to celebrate Daddy's birthday. It is a international buffet dinner costing $52++ per pax. Yipee, Daddy and Mummy are so nice to me, they brought me along. ;p Even thou, i can't enjoy the buffet, I can still make their evening bright and happy :)

According to the weather forecast, it will be cloudy and raining thru out the whole island. Luckily, Daddy brought a supper big umbrella else we would definately get drenched.

We reached Orchard MRT at around 5pm. It was still drizzling. Worried that the rain might get heavy, we headed to Orchard Hotel without delay.

The buffet was valued for money. They have cold and cooked black pepper crab, cold and cook sambal prawn, salmon sashimi, assorted sushi, raw oyster, nonya curry, satay, drunken prawn, sea cucumber, prawn noodle, fish and chicken fillet, chocolate fondue and many more... Mummy took these pics half way thru their dinner. The salmon sashimi and raw oyster was fresh and delicious. Daddy simply can't resist the raw oyster and took a few serving of it. Mummy keep helping herself with the black pepper crab especially the claw. Since I'm sleeping in the sling, mummy can't use her hand in case I wake up. Thus, claw is the best choice for her. It's the first time mummy's is eating crab with fork and knife.

Dessert durian pengat was nice with thick flavour of durian but it was too sweet. Wonder if sugar has been added to enhance the sweetness of durian?

It was such a coincidence that Daddy met 2 of his new colleagues. They are also in for the buffet. But they left slightly earlier than us.

Guess what, I have been sleeping soundly thru out their dinner until feeding and poo poo time. I have been a '乖宝宝' haven't I, Daddy and Mummy?

Congrates to Mummy! She strike lottery. Thou only consolation prize, she is happy to strike on Daddy's birthday. This lottery ticket was purchased at the temple from an old lady. Mummy always rejected this old lady during every visit. But this time round, it seems to be her instinct telling her to buy and it strikes! :)

宝宝开始学讲话

早期, 爸妈已经开始教宝宝英文字母"ABC", 而且还在宝宝的床前贴了含有"ABC"的字母. 可是最近, 妈妈开始每天教宝宝说"妈妈, 爸爸", 还让宝宝从电脑上看"闪卡". 结果, 黄天不符有心人啊! 妈妈的努力总算没白费而且有了很不错的收获.

宝宝会说"妈妈" 了! 一听到这两个字, 妈妈就乐的笑嘻嘻! 爸爸还把宝宝的话录了下来当做手机铃声. 爸爸觉得安慰, 宝宝才五个多月就已经踏出他人生的第一步: 学讲话! 心里好期盼宝宝的下一句话是"爸爸".

耐心的等待啊爸爸, 宝宝一定会给你一个意外的惊喜! :)

Dinner With Friend

My friend and I went to AMK Ave 3 Blk 323 for dinner. They are famous for their Claypot Crab Bee Hoon. Initially she called to make reservation but was rejected. Reason being "Fully booked. Since there is only 2 of you, maybe you can try your luck by coming early."

Unfortunately, we did not do our homework in finding how to get to the place. In the end, we alight at the wrong bus stop and had to walk 10-15 min before we reached our destination.

Guess what? Lady luck was with us as we manage to get a table. Even thou their signature dish is Claypot Crab Bee Hoon, we ordered Chilli Crab, Shrimp Paste Chicken and Veggie.

Chilli crab was the first dish to arrive, followed by veggie and Shrimp Paste Chicken. By the time, we were done with our dinner, the crab turned cold :( They were unable to heat up for us as it would make the meat hard. What to do? Lesson of the day: In future, remember to request the crab to be serve later so that you can enjoy piping hot chilli crab.

I received an early birthday present - SingPost's Limited Edition of Hello Kitty 4GB Thumbdrive & Collectable Horoscope Stamp Set.

The size of the thumbdrive is extremely small with a length of 2cm and width of 1cm (approx.). There is a diamond on it too! It looked sparkling bright and it stands beautifully on Hello Kitty's ribbon =D

The biggest horoscope appearing on the Stamp Book cover is Virgo. And it seems like this collectable set was specially designed for me! It is a very well-printed horoscope stamp book. So lovely! When I flipped to the middle of book, all the 12 horoscopes seem to come alive with a 3D effect.

I nearly lose my sleep over it. Just can't help looking at them over and over again. Thank you my dear friend... It is, and will be, my most treasured and cherished gift :)

Milestones of Baby J at 5th month

Baby J is able to accomplish the following:

• able to reach accurately for an object (if he wants to and depending on his mood).
• hold his head steady when sitting upright (Mummy has been training him everyday).
• raise his chest with arm support while lying on his stomach (he hates this position and can’t lie on his stomach for long).
• roll over in one direction (occasionally he can make it and also depending on his mood)
• grasp a rattle (getting lesser each day - Good news for Mummy!)
• pays attention to very small objects
• squeals with delight
• spontaneously smiles
• mimics sounds and gestures (especially sound and gestures made by Mummy)
• turns towards the source of a sound or voice
• gets attention by babbling (his favourite past time)
• makes different sounds for different needs (e.g. Hungry - Ah Meh or appu)

Things that Mummy hopes that he can accomplish soon:

• sitting and sleeping in his "Mercz" stroller
• increase his feeding quantity
• sleep through out the night
• able to fall back to sleep after waking up on his own
• able to call "Daddy and Mummy" :)

Am I teething?

It seems like Baby J might be teething base on the below information abstracted from http://www.dumex.com.sg/my_baby/my_babys_health/article/teething

Signs your baby is teething :

• They have become more fussy and clingy and are crying more at night (80% True)
• They are dribbling a lot (100% True)
• They have an urge to bite to try to ease the pain, so they’ve started chewing on their fingers and anything else they can get hold of! (100% True)
• Their cheeks are flushed (Depends)
• Their temperature is slightly raised (but not above 39oC, which indicates a fever) (True)
• Their gums are swollen and red (Mummy can't differentiate)
• They are demanding milk feeding more (50% True)
• Or they may reject milk feeding because their gums hurt (80% True)
• Their appetite is poor (Depends)
• They aren’t sleeping well (True occassionally sleep for 1hr or less only)


How to help your teething baby?

• Give them plenty of water to replace fluids lost through dribble.
• Gently rub a teething gel or teething granules into their gums.
• Give them a teething ring to chew on (the ones you can cool in the fridge are good).
• Your doctor may recommend infant pain relievers like paracetamol or ibuprofen.
• Apply a barrier cream to their chin, neck and chest to stop them getting sore from dribbling.
• Distract them with lots of hugs or something to play with (Daddy and Mummy are trying their best to distract me! Haha)