We started our Waterbabies class last Tuesday, and he had such a blast! I wasn't able to get a picture of him in his cute little swimsuit (thanks Auntie Lowie!) but I'll hopefully get one soon.
Joseph LOVES water, and he really, really enjoyed the pool. No fear here, and also no shut-the-mouth-underwater reflex - I think he drank at least a little of the pool because he was smiling while we were doing tummy swimming! He splashed a lot (and got me in the eyes a few times) but overall it was a big success! 7 more weeks to go. :)
However, Mom learned her lesson about needing an extra pair of hands: trying to get two wet people out of swimsuits, dried off, and dressed in a locker room is not easy to do, especially when one of them needs constant supervision! Next time I'm bringing the stroller in so I can stick him in there while I get ready. I was so exhausted by that alone that I was a grouchapotamus to my mom afterward (we go hang out at Grandma's on Tuesdays). Oh well. I learned something important: Have a place to pinion your child!
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Wednesday, October 19, 2011
Wednesday, October 12, 2011
Things to do with a one-year-old...
Now that I am a (mostly) stay-at-home-mom (SAHM), I've been looking for ideas of things to do with a toddler. Joseph's not walking yet, but his ability to get into anything and everything that I don't want him to has made me realize that we need to get out of the house regularly for my sanity and to help him have fun doing things he's allowed to do (safe and fun! yay!).
In my searches, I came across a few things that might be useful to other Rochester-area SAHMs (or SAHDs!) and thought I'd post them up here:
Tell me if you have other ideas too! I'm especially looking for indoor or at home ideas as winter approaches!
In my searches, I came across a few things that might be useful to other Rochester-area SAHMs (or SAHDs!) and thought I'd post them up here:
- Library storytimes: Some libraries have age restrictions (i.e., 15 mo+), but quite a few allow babies of all ages. Check out the Monroe County Library website for more information! I've posted a few samples below:
- Baby Storytime
Thursdays, October 13, 20, and 27 from 10:30—11 a.m.
Henrietta Public Library - Community Room
Age Level: Child (0 mos. - 2 yrs.)
Storytime for babies and their caregivers! For infants to 23 months with an adult. Babies will experience books, nursery rhymes and songs with puppets and fingerplays. Registration required.
- Baby Story Time
10/14/2011; 10:15 am - 10:45 am
Ogden Farmers' Library
Age Level: Child (0 mos. - 18 mos.) Bring your baby to the library! Join Miss Laura & Miss Sandi for stories, music, fingerplays and more. A great socialization opportunity for your little one. No registration required.
- Community centers: Although I sadly live in a place without an abundance of good programs, there are lots of rec centers around the area that have kid- and baby-friendly programs available for non-residents! Two that I've heard good things about are Perinton and Webster.
- Indoor play places: I wasn't aware of these until recently. I've heard they are better for kids who are older (e.g., walking and able to climb safely), so look forward to checking it out in the future. One I've heard of is Kango Play Center, which is $80 for a year membership.
- Strong Museum of Play: This is a great place for kids of all ages (well, crawling and up). I was given a membership recently, so plan on going a lot! Joseph really enjoyed his first time there. A year-long membership for a family (2 adults plus all kids under 18 in the household) is only $96! Totally worth it if you ask me. Also, kids under 2 are free!
- Seneca Park Zoo: We still haven't gone to the zoo... but I'm looking forward to it when we do! A membership here is $75 year. Children up to age 3 are free!
- Other classes:
- Luvaboos has a variety of classes available: https://www.luvaboos.com/articles.asp?id=296
- Eastman School of Music (pricey, but if you're into music it might be nice): MusicTIME Toddler/Infant Music at Eastman - A unique program for infants and toddlers (ages 4 months to 2 years) and their parents/caregivers. MusicTIME features musical activities that include songs, rhymes, bounces, tickles, moving to music, and listening. Information and guidance on musical development in young children and home-based activities is also provided. Tuition: $136 per 10-week session
Tell me if you have other ideas too! I'm especially looking for indoor or at home ideas as winter approaches!
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