We've returned from our trip the the US and we're all a little worse for the wear. Overcoming baby jet lag, coming and going, is no easy feat. On the plane ride there, travel time approaching 14 hours, Edie slept for about 90 minutes. She was happy as a clam for the most part, reaching a state of delirious exhaustion that only turned into alternating pitiful passing out / cries for help at the very end. When we reached the hotel, some 8 hours passed her natural bedtime, I was inexplicably optimistic that she would sleep through the night. But, 3 hours later, she woke up, determined to join her German brethren for their waking hours even though she was not happy about it. I learned that I can sing "Hush Little Baby," rub her back, and get my nose clawed at, all whilst in a half sleep state myself during our stay in that fine Marriott. Dad and Magical No Sleep Baby pictured above at a truly inhumane hour. Apparently we'd lost the ability to re-snap onesies at this point.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Only you can prevent baby jet lag
We've returned from our trip the the US and we're all a little worse for the wear. Overcoming baby jet lag, coming and going, is no easy feat. On the plane ride there, travel time approaching 14 hours, Edie slept for about 90 minutes. She was happy as a clam for the most part, reaching a state of delirious exhaustion that only turned into alternating pitiful passing out / cries for help at the very end. When we reached the hotel, some 8 hours passed her natural bedtime, I was inexplicably optimistic that she would sleep through the night. But, 3 hours later, she woke up, determined to join her German brethren for their waking hours even though she was not happy about it. I learned that I can sing "Hush Little Baby," rub her back, and get my nose clawed at, all whilst in a half sleep state myself during our stay in that fine Marriott. Dad and Magical No Sleep Baby pictured above at a truly inhumane hour. Apparently we'd lost the ability to re-snap onesies at this point.
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I totally love the blase, "yes I'm a jet-setter, so what?" look on Edie's face. I barely know you guys in person, but I absolutely adore your blog, Rachael - you've got a great writing voice!
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