My Little Jet Setter

Hello Everyone!!!

So while my little angel take a nap, I am going to tell you all about our trip to Orlando.

Going to Orlando was slightly easier because Big Head was there to carry the baby while I handled other items through customs. I also had my moby wrap and wore that the entire time at the airport, even on the plane. Riva was asleep the entire time in that thing. Probably one of the best things I have ever purchased (thanks Craig's List lol). I was able to grab my luggage and get her in the car seat just fine. I did decide to check the car seat and stroller at the ticker counter. But with all that being said, her feeding schedule was turned upside down and we were all out of whack, which made for a very difficult evening at my mother's house. By the second day, I was able to get her back on schedule. The funny thing is, I really think Riva knew we were not at home. She just could never get comfortable. For two nights she slept in her car seat. My mother also spoiled her by picking her up even when she was just a little fussy, something that does not happen at home. I don't pick her up that much. Because of the C-section, I can't comfortably hold her throughout the night.

On the way back from Orlando, I decided that I was going to check the car seat and stroller at the gate. BAD IDEA when you are by yourself. I did not know you actually had to put both through the conveyor belt. That was crazy. So picture me holding Riva, collapsing the stroller, putting both the stroller and car seat on the conveyor belt, taking off my shoes. Then grabbing all that stuff, WHILE STILL HOLDING A NEWBORN!!! OMG and no one helped. Some women that also had babies helped be, but that's because their significant other had their stuff lol. Its all a learning experience though. By the end of customs, me and Riva were both sweating lol. This time, I feed her at her normal feeding time, changed her diaper, burped her and she was great. Because my flight was low occupancy, I was able to bring the car seat on board at no additional charge, That was Amazing!! me and the baby got a really good nap. I even nursed her on the plane. There was no one near me so I was self conscious or anything.

Overall, It was a good trip and I am glad my baby got to meet my amazing mother!! I definitely can't wait to do another trip.