Monday, January 10, 2011

"The Baby Fairy"

During my first trimester I received a package in the mail that was not postmarked, but stamped, and had no return address.  Instead, in the return address line, it said B.F.  I opened the package and there was a typed note that said:  "Love, The Baby Fairy", along with a monkey rattle.  (Note that it was typed out so I couldn't try to decipher the person's handwriting).  I pondered about who it could be and asked a few people, but didn't get anywhere.  Then, in the last month or so, i've received three more packages addressed in the same way!  I have received all kinds of baby essentials and cute girly things, but I still have no idea who "The Baby Fairy" is.  Here is what i've gotten so far:

 I'll admit, it's very fun to get gifts in the mail, but I also want to know who it is so that I can say thank you! (and to commend them for coming up with such a cute, sneaky idea).  

So, to my followers, is it one of you?  If so, are you going to fess up?  The suspense continues... :)

Thursday, January 6, 2011

Childcare help!

Hey blogger friends!
I'm in need of some help/advice for those of my readers in the Indy area!  I've been looking for childcare options for little Ella when I go back to work in the summer.  I feel like a lost puppy right now -- just don't know what to do.  So i'm asking for any advice or suggestions.  Have you used any daycares in Indianapolis/surrounding areas, at home daycare, etc?  If so, what did you like about them? Dislikes?

One problem is that i'm only looking for part-time spots.  I will probably work 3-4 days/week and will not need care 5 days/week.  Also, 1-2 of those days I would possibly work 1-9 so I would only need care from 12ish-5pm when Chris could pick her up.

So far I have looked into Kinder Care, Learning Time, and 2 at-home sitters referred by a friend.  Have any of you used either Kinder Care or Learning Time?  Or any other facilities?  Or, any at-home suggestions that would be near Eagle Creek area (would be willing to drive to near areas).

Thanks in advance!  Any suggestions appreciated!

Love, 
Concerned Pregnant Mommy :)