CT Mamas!

[iheartruiner]

Anyone out here? :thumbsup:

[clover]

i'm here! i posted in the bigger NE thread too... there were quite a few CT mamas who responded there.
i'm in new britain and on cloth diapered kiddo #3. :goodvibes:

[mommycaitlin]

ME! I'm in the New Haven area.

[iheartruiner]

ME! I'm in the New Haven area.

:goodvibes: Awesome! Me too! :D

[StaceyM]

I just moved to Danbury. Anyone near here?

[mommycaitlin]

I'm an hour away, but I go play at the mall sometimes. It's better than my mall.:goodvibes:
I just moved to Danbury. Anyone near here?

[iheartruiner]

I grew up there! :D

We should do a mall crawl! :giggle:

[bumblesmama]

Checking in from Willington...a ways from you ladies. I am almost in MA. :P

[Proverbs169]

Hey y'all :) I am from CT too, near Worcester and Providence tho. :)

[lilysmomma]

:lostit: Hi :lostit: I'm in the northeast corner :) Bordering MA and RI :mrgreen:

So nice to meet some locals!

[HaleysMommy]

I'm in Farmington!! Grew up in Vernon and went to UCONN. Everyone around me does the "mainstream" parenting thing so I'm excited to meet some other CDers in the area.

[*lovestef*]

I'm from the Northeast corner too!

[AmayleeCreations]

I'm from the Northeast corner too!

YAY!!!!!!

[sarichnboys]

Wow other cders in Ct. I am in Middlebury. About 30 minutes from Danbury.. I am close to Waterbury.

[StaceyM]

Wow other cders in Ct. I am in Middlebury. About 30 minutes from Danbury.. I am close to Waterbury.

I'm actually in Watertown (I said Danbury since we had just moved!)

[sarichnboys]

You are really close. I live on the Watertown line.

[mommycaitlin]

Anybody from Middletown? We're in Branford right now but I think we're going to be moving to Middletown in a couple weeks. I'm scared to leave my friends, lol.

[kthoelen]

I am in Enfield (on mass border).

We have friends in Watertown!!! That is only about an hour from here!!

[sarichnboys]

Does anyone got to the Papaya Patch in West Hartford?

[iheartruiner]

No, but I have wanted to - have you?

[mommycaitlin]

Does anyone got to the Papaya Patch in West Hartford?
Yep, I love that store. I've also been to papoose in norwich a couple of times. I prefer the papaya patch though.:goodvibes:

[sarichnboys]

I've been to Papaya Patch. Love the store and what a great atmosphere to shop in. I try to plan an activity for the kids and stop there too. The childrens science center is close by and the cows were on parade in the center.

[mommycaitlin]

Yay, ds had a growth spurt and doesn't fit in his IV covers anymore! I'm not allowed to go to the papaya patch unless I "have a valid reason and am in need of something specific".Sounds like a valid reason to me! :goodvibes:

[AmayleeCreations]

I am in Enfield (on mass border).

We have friends in Watertown!!! That is only about an hour from here!!


I'm also in Enfield On Ma Border...lol

I love the Papaya Patch:thumbsup:

[CTmom570]

Hi Everyone,

I am new to DS. I live in West Hartford so yea, I've definitely been to papaya patch. I have to say that I will sometimes research things before I buy them from there. Being in West Hartford center, they are a bit pricey. But I love the feel of the store and it is sooo kid and breastfeeding-friendly.

Glad to see so many CD CT moms around.

[luvmyrory]

Hi! I'm in upstate ny right now, but we're moving to New Haven this summer for DH to got to Yale. I'm so happy to see there are some other CD mamas There is LOTS of CDing APing going on where we are now (Ithaca) and I was worried we wouldn't find other like minded parents after the move. Nice to *meet* you all!

[iheartruiner]

Welcome! :D

[mommycaitlin]

Hi! I'm in upstate ny right now, but we're moving to New Haven this summer for DH to got to Yale. I'm so happy to see there are some other CD mamas There is LOTS of CDing APing going on where we are now (Ithaca) and I was worried we wouldn't find other like minded parents after the move. Nice to *meet* you all!
Hey mama, my husband works in the Yale area in New Haven. I'm actually from Glens Falls, NY originally and my dad lives up by Albany. Whereabouts in NY are you from?

[merandus]

im in eastford. eastford you ask>?? its near woodstock near putnam.more cows then people. anyone near me? bumblesmama is only 20 mins away.
anyone??

[merandus]

im from eastford, near woodstock. anyone near me. looking for someone to chat with locally about cds!!

[luvmyrory]

Hey mama, my husband works in the Yale area in New Haven. I'm actually from Glens Falls, NY originally and my dad lives up by Albany. Whereabouts in NY are you from?

Hey, I'm actually a native Californian, but we moved to Ithaca for DH to attend Cornell:thumbsup: I have to say, it was a HUGE adjustment, but Ithaca has grown on me and there are definitely things I'll miss. I thought we'd be heading back to warm, sunny CA when he graduates in May, but turns out Yale's program is the one for him, so looks like I'm stuck in the cold for another 5 yrs or so:cry: I'm sure New Haven will grow on me eventually too, just like Ithaca and it'll be so much closer to just about everything.
Just looked on map to find GlensFalls- looks like it must be beautiful country, up there in the adirondaks:goodvibes: have you ever been to Ithaca?

[Willowkarr]

Colchester, CT here! :goodvibes:

[mommycaitlin]

Hey, I'm actually a native Californian, but we moved to Ithaca for DH to attend Cornell:thumbsup: I have to say, it was a HUGE adjustment, but Ithaca has grown on me and there are definitely things I'll miss. I thought we'd be heading back to warm, sunny CA when he graduates in May, but turns out Yale's program is the one for him, so looks like I'm stuck in the cold for another 5 yrs or so:cry: I'm sure New Haven will grow on me eventually too, just like Ithaca and it'll be so much closer to just about everything.
Just looked on map to find GlensFalls- looks like it must be beautiful country, up there in the adirondaks:goodvibes: have you ever been to Ithaca?

Never been to Ithica but I know where it is. I'm sure New Haven will grow on you, there's lots of good shopping.:giggle: BTW, I love your lo's name. I decided my next baby is going to be a Rory whether it's a boy or girl. (Though dh says he's not convinced there'll be a next baby, lol)

[AmyCivic80]

Does anyone got to the Papaya Patch in West Hartford?

I LOVE the Papaya Patch. That is where I have gotten all of my daughter's CDs so far. They just had a cloth diaper swap last weekend too. I went, but there wasn't anything that I NEEDED. Bummer.

Oh, by the way, I live in Wethersfield. I grew up in Bridgeport and Stratford and I have lived in Hamden too, so I have been all over the state. :lostit:

We should plan a meet-up sometime.

[mommycaitlin]

We should plan a meet-up sometime.

We totally should. We could do a big swap or something.:goodvibes:

[Danielle0407]

I'm in east hartford, use to be in the north east corner, woodstock and thompson.

[lizzy12305]

HI ladies, Im new to DS...I live in the Southeast corner of CT. Im in Mystic, we are really close to the RI border, on the water...or close to the water.

Anyone near me??

[ScorpioGrrl75]

Hi everyone! I'm in Oxford - between Danbury and Waterbury. :)

[pepinanthony]

Hi all. I'm in Naugatuck, (next to waterbury, and the next town over from Middlebury). We're moving to Torrington next month,(other side of Waterbury, after Harwinton) but with all my friends down here I can't stay away!

April

[iheartruiner]

Hooray! We're really close, April!

[sarichnboys]

Hi everyone! I'm in Oxford - between Danbury and Waterbury. :)

I am in Middlebury! I grew up in Oxford.

[kthoelen]

I'm also in Enfield On Ma Border...lol

I love the Papaya Patch:thumbsup:

Where in Enfield are you?? We should meet up and head to Papaya Patch. I would love to go there and check all the dipes out in person!!! Ssshhhhh don't tell hubby!!

[AmayleeCreations]

Where in Enfield are you?? We should meet up and head to Papaya Patch. I would love to go there and check all the dipes out in person!!! Ssshhhhh don't tell hubby!!


Sounds great I'm off of Rt 5 Rt now, but were currently looking for a house on the other side of town =]
I just love the Papaya Patch, were in Enfield are you?

[jmred]

Hi everyone! It's so nice to see some CT mama's on here! I live in Stafford Springs, which is at the top of CT, about 25-30 minutes from Enfield. Anybody near me? It would be so nice to meet another cding mama, since none of my other friends cd! I've been to the Papaya Patch before- it was soooo cool to see all of the cd's in person! The people there were so nice too! I want to go again, but don't think I can drag DH with me again- he doesn't quite understand my obsession with cding! Does anyone know of any other cding stores in the area?:goodvibes:

[kthoelen]

Sounds great I'm off of Rt 5 Rt now, but were currently looking for a house on the other side of town =]
I just love the Papaya Patch, were in Enfield are you?

On the other side of town!!:giggle: We live near Scitico almost on the Somers line.

[mommycaitlin]

I'm pretty sure the only two in CT are the Papaya Patch and Papoose in Norwich. I'm in Middletown so I usually go to the Papaya Patch.

Hi everyone! It's so nice to see some CT mama's on here! I live in Stafford Springs, which is at the top of CT, about 25-30 minutes from Enfield. Anybody near me? It would be so nice to meet another cding mama, since none of my other friends cd! I've been to the Papaya Patch before- it was soooo cool to see all of the cd's in person! The people there were so nice too! I want to go again, but don't think I can drag DH with me again- he doesn't quite understand my obsession with cding! Does anyone know of any other cding stores in the area?:goodvibes:

[jebb4]

I LOVE the Papaya Patch. That is where I have gotten all of my daughter's CDs so far. They just had a cloth diaper swap last weekend too. I went, but there wasn't anything that I NEEDED. Bummer.

Oh, by the way, I live in Wethersfield. I grew up in Bridgeport and Stratford and I have lived in Hamden too, so I have been all over the state. :lostit:

We should plan a meet-up sometime.



Hey, I'm in Wethersfield too!!!!!!

[kim79]

Hi! I'm in CT!!! New Britain here!

[mommycaitlin]

Hi! I'm in CT!!! New Britain here!

Right next to me! :lostit:

[kim79]

i'm here! i posted in the bigger NE thread too... there were quite a few CT mamas who responded there.
i'm in new britain and on cloth diapered kiddo #3. :goodvibes:

me too!!!:lostit:

[mommycaitlin]

Hey mamas, I was just wondering if anyone's ever been to the Willimantic Food Co-op? I've read a lot of good things about it online and am looking for less expensive natural food... here's the link http://www.willimanticfood.coop/shopping.html

Are there any other good natural food places in the hartford area?

[merandus]

Hi everyone! It's so nice to see some CT mama's on here! I live in Stafford Springs, which is at the top of CT, about 25-30 minutes from Enfield. Anybody near me? It would be so nice to meet another cding mama, since none of my other friends cd! I've been to the Papaya Patch before- it was soooo cool to see all of the cd's in person! The people there were so nice too! I want to go again, but don't think I can drag DH with me again- he doesn't quite understand my obsession with cding! Does anyone know of any other cding stores in the area?:goodvibes:

i live in Eastford, im pretty close to you!

[merandus]

hey im thinking we should have a clothdiapering gathering of the CT mommas who have met on DS. would anyone be into that?

[kthoelen]

hey im thinking we should have a clothdiapering gathering of the CT mommas who have met on DS. would anyone be into that?

Oh that would be great!! Nothing like a bunch of crunchy mamas and fluffy bottoms!!!

[PeasandCarrotsBaby]

Oh me! My name is Suzanne, I have 2 boys, Max 6 months, and Elliott, 3. I'm in New Haven.

[xkellyx]

Kelly from East Haven here!

[iheartruiner]

East haven is SUPER close to me! :D

[*lovestef*]

im from eastford, near woodstock. anyone near me. looking for someone to chat with locally about cds!!

I'm near Eastford! :giggle:

[*lovestef*]

Hey mamas, I was just wondering if anyone's ever been to the Willimantic Food Co-op? I've read a lot of good things about it online and am looking for less expensive natural food... here's the link http://www.willimanticfood.coop/shopping.html

Are there any other good natural food places in the hartford area?

LOVE the Willi food co-op!!! I go there every chance I get! Their prices are good too :thumbsup:

[tamarag]

Yeah, I will be moving to CT possibly New Haven area or Old Saybrook. I posted something in the Off topic area, but can you guys tell me about CT in particular New Haven, Old Saybrook, New London area and Mystic. These are where we may move to. Hubby will be at Groton.


Thanks. No better place to ask than the locals! :thumbsup:

[xkellyx]

Yeah, I will be moving to CT possibly New Haven area or Old Saybrook. I posted something in the Off topic area, but can you guys tell me about CT in particular New Haven, Old Saybrook, New London area and Mystic. These are where we may move to. Hubby will be at Groton.


Thanks. No better place to ask than the locals! :thumbsup:

New Haven is great to visit. Tons of museums , parks etc. I lived in the city for years and had a great time. I now live in East Haven, which I love. The taxes aren't insane, the town is cute, and it's one of the few places on the shoreline where you can get a decent home for not a ton of money.

[mommycaitlin]

My little sister lived in Groton last year. We used to live right outside of New Haven. There are really nice areas but some not so nice areas also. Pm me if you have questions on any area in particular. Yeah, I will be moving to CT possibly New Haven area or Old Saybrook. I posted something in the Off topic area, but can you guys tell me about CT in particular New Haven, Old Saybrook, New London area and Mystic. These are where we may move to. Hubby will be at Groton.


Thanks. No better place to ask than the locals! :thumbsup:

[iheartruiner]

I live in Hamden, about 2 miles north of the New Haven line. It's a very nice town, but it's pricey. ;)

[xkellyx]

http://www.xsisterhoodx.com/images/birth/orgasmicbirth-header.jpg

Independent Childbirth will host a screening on Saturday, June 28th, 2008, 7:00pm at the Shoreline Center for Wholistic Health, 35 Boston Street, Guilford CT. Admission is $5 per person and all proceeds will be donated to Midwives on Missions of Service. Contact Ms. Dale Bernucca at 860.384.3202 for more information."

Anyone planning on attending? It may be a nice way for us all to meet!

[bumblesmama]

Hi everyone! It's so nice to see some CT mama's on here! I live in Stafford Springs, which is at the top of CT, about 25-30 minutes from Enfield. Anybody near me? It would be so nice to meet another cding mama, since none of my other friends cd! I've been to the Papaya Patch before- it was soooo cool to see all of the cd's in person! The people there were so nice too! I want to go again, but don't think I can drag DH with me again- he doesn't quite understand my obsession with cding! Does anyone know of any other cding stores in the area?:goodvibes:


I am near you!!! I am in Willington!

[bumblesmama]

I'm pretty sure the only two in CT are the Papaya Patch and Papoose in Norwich. I'm in Middletown so I usually go to the Papaya Patch.


this one is in Noank. Really, really nice mamas run it.

Peacock Organics http://www.peacockorganics.com/

[bumblesmama]

im in eastford. eastford you ask>?? its near woodstock near putnam.more cows then people. anyone near me? bumblesmama is only 20 mins away.
anyone??


MOOOO! Yep not that far from you at all.

[*lovestef*]

If anyone is near the Willimantic Co-op, they carry cloth diapers now too :) They have hemp fitteds and covers made by someone local I think. They looked like really nice quality.

[luvmygirls]

OMG i am so excited to see so many CD mamas in CT! I'm in North Haven, on the Hamden New Haven border, originally from East Haven, lived in Fairfield and two years in San Francisco!

[Kerry]

Hi everyone! I am from Wallingford. I am on the North Haven/Northford border. I would love to get together with other mama's in the area. Especially ones who cd. PM me if interested in a playdate. See siggy for kids info...

[iheartruiner]

OMG I'm so super close to you guys! I'm right in Hamden!! We're working our way out of diapers, but making headway into trainers :)

[merandus]

If anyone is near the Willimantic Co-op, they carry cloth diapers now too :) They have hemp fitteds and covers made by someone local I think. They looked like really nice quality.

i didnt know that! i might have to check them out! very close to me!!! thanks for the info!:thumbsup:

[merandus]

so what if i hosted a huge mommas get togther for DS mommas, at my house in eastford? how many mommas would be interested? would everyone be willing to drive out here? id provide food, backyard to play in, and its an excuse for some Wahms to show and sell stuff. what do you think?

[luvmygirls]

I'd go! But w/o my twins :) Two two year olds is not relaxing. I spend more time chasing than talking to and getting to know other people, kwim? Where is eastford? i'm in North Haven (new haven county).

[Kerry]

I'd go but where is Eastford?

[merandus]

where is Eastford?lol??its near Woodstock and Putnam CT. its the upper corner of the state, over in the right sorta near the mass line. i think its a little over and hour to get here from NewHaven, and hour from Norwich. its a drive, but i think having it here is the only way we can get everyone together! plus..it would be free!lol! oh, and if you mommas didnt want to bring your kids, that would be cool too. i understand about that! and it gives us more freedom!
anyone have a date/month in mind? is this something that we could do in the fall? or wait til spring?

[kthoelen]

I would totally go as long as it is on a sat. My ds1 starts kindergarten on the 2nd and dd starts preschool at the end of that week!! Ds2 is only 16 months old. I would love to see other moms who cd!!! I have some wham stuff too!! we could trade stuff!!

Kerri

so what if i hosted a huge mommas get togther for DS mommas, at my house in eastford? how many mommas would be interested? would everyone be willing to drive out here? id provide food, backyard to play in, and its an excuse for some Wahms to show and sell stuff. what do you think?

[jmred]

so what if i hosted a huge mommas get togther for DS mommas, at my house in eastford? how many mommas would be interested? would everyone be willing to drive out here? id provide food, backyard to play in, and its an excuse for some Wahms to show and sell stuff. what do you think?
Oh, I'd so be in!! My aunt lives right in Eastford, and I'm in Stafford, so it's not too far of a drive for me! I'd love to meet some other cding moms! None of my other friends cd,and they think I'm crazy,lol! Just tell me when,mama!:lostit:

[jmred]

where is Eastford?lol??its near Woodstock and Putnam CT. its the upper corner of the state, over in the right sorta near the mass line. i think its a little over and hour to get here from NewHaven, and hour from Norwich. its a drive, but i think having it here is the only way we can get everyone together! plus..it would be free!lol! oh, and if you mommas didnt want to bring your kids, that would be cool too. i understand about that! and it gives us more freedom!
anyone have a date/month in mind? is this something that we could do in the fall? or wait til spring?
I think it should either be before the weather gets too cold, or we could wait until spring. But, I don't think I could wait that long,lol! Oh, and Saturdays are best for me, because my DH is off work that day, and he could watch the older kiddos.

[tam3875]

I am in Hebron. I have been to the Papaya patch once & am trying to get to Papoose. I love the Wili coop, they sell some cloth, gdiapers & I get Charlie's there.

[twinmomma+2]

I really can't believe that I haven't posted here yet! I am in South Windsor --I have met Erika ( Hi!!!) and one other mama who hasn't posted here yet. I do go to the Papaya Patch but I would like to go to Papoose. I REALLY want to get to Willi co op but not sure about wasting the gas!

[clover]

hey CT mamas, i thought i'd pass this on... hope to see some of you there! :goodvibes:

In January of 2008, I gave birth to my third child in the comfort of
my own home. It was my first homebirth and it was wholly joyous for
me and my family. I was attended by two wonderful women who had a
wealth of knowledge and understanding about the birth process and
helped me accomplish the birth of my choice. Those women are
available to support women in many of their health choices. They
nurture, educate, love, and care for a wide variety of women in
times of joy and growth and even in times of stress and sorrow. They
are experienced, knowledgeable, and professional. They are a part of
something amazing and empowering. They are Certified Professional
Midwives.
-Jen Wisner, mother

Please join us in supporting Connecticut's Certified Professional
Midwives (CPM's) at an evening filled with food, music, and
awareness sponsored by
Families for Conscious Living-Connecticut (FCL-CT
http://www.fclct.org).

CPM Pasta Dinner-Live Music & Silent Auction
Saturday, September 13, 2008
5-8pm
Food served from 5-6pm
Entertainment from 6-8pm

South Church
90 Main St.
New Britain, CT 06051
Cooper Hall
(Rear entrance in parking lot or side entrance by courtyard on Arch
St.)

Advance Tickets
Adults $10
Youths 12-18 $5
Children 12 & under-Free

Tickets at the Door
Adults $15
Youths 12-18 $5
Children 12 & under-Free


Tickets Available at:
Papaya Patch
7 South Main Street
West Hartford, CT 06107
860-521-0700

Or by sending a check & sase to
Jen Wisner
166 Broad St
Plainville, CT 06062
860-793-8839
imommajen@...

[*lovestef*]

Hey Jody, I'm in if you decide to do a get together!

so what if i hosted a huge mommas get togther for DS mommas, at my house in eastford? how many mommas would be interested? would everyone be willing to drive out here? id provide food, backyard to play in, and its an excuse for some Wahms to show and sell stuff. what do you think?

[pepinanthony]

I live in Torrington (biggest closeby city is Waterbury) I love Papaya Patch, but always spend WAY too much $$ there!
Does anyone know when their next diaper swap is? The last I heard, it was supposed to be sometime the last week of this month?

~April

[merandus]

so im thinking my get together is going to be in the spring..things just got busy here. and i think i convinced the owner of a natural products shop in putnam, to carry cloth diapers!! very excited about this. not to mention she wants to carry my wahm wares!!!!!!!

[clover]

Does anyone know when their next diaper swap is? The last I heard, it was supposed to be sometime the last week of this month?
~April

i was just coming to post this! the next diaper swap hosted by papaya patch is sunday september 28th from 1-3pm. it will be held at knight hall preschool, which is located at 411 park rd. in west hartford.
i won't be there, i'm working at the store that afternoon. it's just as well, as i don't have anyone in diapers anymore, or anything to sell/swap either! :giggle:

[pepinanthony]

i was just coming to post this! the next diaper swap hosted by papaya patch is sunday september 28th from 1-3pm. it will be held at knight hall preschool, which is located at 411 park rd. in west hartford.
i won't be there, i'm working at the store that afternoon. it's just as well, as i don't have anyone in diapers anymore, or anything to sell/swap either! :giggle:

YYYAYYY, I'm there!

[merandus]

hey ladies, big bump for CT

[mjtsmami]

I'm in Patterson, NY (just over the border from New Fairfield) and work at Babies R Us in Danbury.

[kai_e]

Hi!

I'm here on a farm in Deep River, which is down on the shoreline. Nice to see so many mamas from CT.

[luvmygirls]

Hi!

I'm here on a farm in Deep River, which is down on the shoreline. Nice to see so many mamas from CT.

OM gosh my cousin lives in Deep River, off Stevenstown Rd. I love it out there!

[AmyCivic80]

I was just looking around and decided to say "hi" to my fellow CT mamas out there! :lostit:

[tamarag]

totally OT BUT...we are moving to CT! :lostit: :lostit: from Virginia Beach! We just got back from a weekend "house hunting" trip and am wondering where you guys think the best place to live is...loaded question I know! We have to be close (les than 30 minutes commute to groton) Great school (full day pre-k) safe neighborhoods...

Old Saybrook
Mystic
Madison
Clinton
Stonington

Anywhere else you guys think would fit well for our needs. Also we are wanting to rent too. Do any of you ladies have or know of an good rental properties?

I need all the help I can get. BTW I absolutely LOVED CT! I can not wait to move (in two weeks!!!!)

[dillyslittleone]

Hello, I'm new to DS. Just saw this board and thought I'd say hi to all the other CT families!

[lilypad06]

hi from connecticut too

[merandus]

Hello, I'm new to DS. Just saw this board and thought I'd say hi to all the other CT families!

what part of CT you from?:mrgreen:

[merandus]

i met 2 clothdiapering, diaperswapper moms today at the craft fair! i was thrilled.!!

[Mommyof3cuties]

OMG i am so excited to see so many CD mamas in CT! I'm in North Haven, on the Hamden New Haven border, originally from East Haven, lived in Fairfield and two years in San Francisco!

I live in North Haven too:thumbsup:

[ssmom2toby]

Just thought I'd pop in and say hi to the other CT mamas!!!

[merandus]

Just thought I'd pop in and say hi to the other CT mamas!!!

where in CT U from?

[kai_e]

OM gosh my cousin lives in Deep River, off Stevenstown Rd. I love it out there!


Cool! I so want to meet someone who uses DS from around here.

[lilysmomma]

so im thinking my get together is going to be in the spring..things just got busy here. and i think i convinced the owner of a natural products shop in putnam, to carry cloth diapers!! very excited about this. not to mention she wants to carry my wahm wares!!!!!!!

What natural product shop? It's not mine.. LOL


Oh I'm in Putnam :)

We just had our Monthly Babywearing meeting today if anyone is interested in that too :)


We should talk :goodvibes:

[denisep98]

I'm in Shelton, CT

New to DS and am due with my first LO in June 2009. So trying to absorb all the CD info I can - and trying to resist buying up a stash RIGHT NOW! lol Never heard of Papaya Patch before this thread - now that could be dangerous.

[merandus]

What natural product shop? It's not mine.. LOL


Oh I'm in Putnam :)

We just had our Monthly Babywearing meeting today if anyone is interested in that too :)


We should talk :goodvibes:

what is your shop called? nothing ever came of the meeting i had with the woman from the other shop. but id love to see what your shop is! i love meeting other DS mommas. ive already met 2 from here:thumbsup:

[cowgirlmama]

Hi! I am new to this whole diaper swappers thing, but it's pretty cool so far. I live in Lebanon (near Norwich and Willimantic). There are definitely more cows and chickens here than people, lol. I have two dd's, and am new to cloth diapers in general. Where is the papoose in Norwich? I've used the diapers from the Willi food co-op, they are great! They were the first diapers I tried and now I've made a few of my own too. Glad to see so many other cd'ing moms in ct!

[merandus]

Hi! I am new to this whole diaper swappers thing, but it's pretty cool so far. I live in Lebanon (near Norwich and Willimantic). There are definitely more cows and chickens here than people, lol. I have two dd's, and am new to cloth diapers in general. Where is the papoose in Norwich? I've used the diapers from the Willi food co-op, they are great! They were the first diapers I tried and now I've made a few of my own too. Glad to see so many other cd'ing moms in ct!

welcome! im pretty close to you, about 30 mins away! i have a friend that works at a plant farm out that way.. keep in touch!

[chrysanth3mum]

I am also new to the site. I live in Oxford and am expecting my first this coming April. I'm trying to navigate this whole CDing thing, and am overwhelmed by the choices. I've been learning a lot and doing my best to keep from buying everything I see! It's great to see so many people from CT on here.

[lilg82882]

I'm in MA but right on the MA/CT line in Webster. Putnum is basically right up the street so I am excited to see other mommas around here :)

[suki_luv]

Hullo all <3 I'm new to this site, but I am in CT ;) I'm in fairfield county. I CD as well but I get my things off the internet since it's easier. I tried using prefolds but it was a complete disaster with my wiggly nb. Thank goodness for pocket diapers <3 I've been using the bumgenius one size, but can anyone suggest a wahm one size?

[iheartruiner]

Hullo all <3 I'm new to this site, but I am in CT ;) I'm in fairfield county. I CD as well but I get my things off the internet since it's easier. I tried using prefolds but it was a complete disaster with my wiggly nb. Thank goodness for pocket diapers <3 I've been using the bumgenius one size, but can anyone suggest a wahm one size?

Welcome! I'm originally from Danbury :goodvibes:

I've heard that WAHM one sizes that are good are Mutts & Goodmamas. You can find them on Hyenacart Spots right here:

http://hyenacart.com/Spots_corner/

There's probably also some on FSOT here on DS. :thumbsup:

[suki_luv]

Ahaha, I just went to Danbury Faire for the first time last weekend. I usually go to the mall in Milford (my fiance used to work at Yale New Haven hospital), but the Danbury one is so nice <3 It's a nice, scenic drive from where I am, too. Especially with the snow and the winding creek/stream that follows the road.

Thank you for the link. I haven't explored the site too indepth yet, so I'll need to check out the FSOT :) Which CD method do most people in this thread use? (Like I said before, prefold/covers were a disaster for me, which my fiance teases me about since I was so eager to use them)

[iheartruiner]

Ahaha, I just went to Danbury Faire for the first time last weekend. I usually go to the mall in Milford (my fiance used to work at Yale New Haven hospital), but the Danbury one is so nice <3 It's a nice, scenic drive from where I am, too. Especially with the snow and the winding creek/stream that follows the road.

Thank you for the link. I haven't explored the site too indepth yet, so I'll need to check out the FSOT :) Which CD method do most people in this thread use? (Like I said before, prefold/covers were a disaster for me, which my fiance teases me about since I was so eager to use them)

No problem! I work at Gymboree at the Milford Mall. :goodvibes:

We used bumgenius and fuzzi bunz when we cloth diapered. If/when we ttc we'll probably use fitteds and wool.

[suki_luv]

I'm curious...with wool, is it 100%? I, personally, have a sensitivity to wool (like sweaters and such). Does the same happen when you use wool on babies? Ahaha, I knit, so (in theory) I could knit my own covers...

[iheartruiner]

Since I knit as well, usually covers for babies, I use 100% wool. There's SO many varieties, some that contain more or less dander, and some that is so soft, you'd never think it was wool at all. IMO, using wool on a baby wouldn't usually give you any issues. However, if you're honestly allergic, I might stay away from it.

If you did want to knit your own longies/shorties, covers, etc, 2 patterns I love are Sheepy Pants & Adorabubble.

[suki_luv]

The wool looks so cute! Ahaha, I'm contemplating suffering through the knitting for that reason alone, LOL. Rashes? pfft that's what hydrocortizone (sp) is for ;)

[iheartruiner]

exactly!! :giggle:

Most people I know who do use wool, use it year round since it allows the skin to breathe as opposed to using covers like bumGenius or FBs (which has PUL = polyurethane laminate)

[suki_luv]

What kind of care does wool have when it comes to diaper covers?

[iheartruiner]

Since I'm the worst at actually explaining things, here's a link on how to lanolize & care for your woollies. :goodvibes:

http://littlefornow.com/pages/lanolin.php

It's not difficult, but is labor intensive. You don't need to wash or lanolize each time you change a fitted/prefold under wool either which makes it easier to use IMO.

[suki_luv]

thank you <3 I'm going to definitely look into this :) We are going to TTC this coming autumn, so mebbe baby #2 will have woolies instead of the bumgenius

[iheartruiner]

NP! :) I'm so glad I could help!

GL with ttc. We have no plans, but we're not avoiding. :giggle:

[merandus]

:hugs: :hugs: Hullo all <3 I'm new to this site, but I am in CT ;) I'm in fairfield county. I CD as well but I get my things off the internet since it's easier. I tried using prefolds but it was a complete disaster with my wiggly nb. Thank goodness for pocket diapers <3 I've been using the bumgenius one size, but can anyone suggest a wahm one size?

welcome!:hugs:

[suki_luv]

Thank you :) How is everyone enjoying the snow? It's been melting all day today...hopefully it wont turn to ice tonight :/

[iheartruiner]

My back walk-way is ice. My driveway is mostly ice. They hardly plow my road. :p

I have to work tonight, so I'm not looking forward to that. At least my drive is heavily traveled roads.

[suki_luv]

Yikes! Be careful (of course you will be but still!). The one nice thing about this is I can chill my drinks outside (well, as long as I bring them in before it gets freezing). I can't wait until it gets warmer so I can take my LO on walks! We have a quaint little shopping center half a mile from my house and a larger one about 2.3 miles away -- but that has to wait until I get more of my endurance back (gave birth on the 29th of Nov). Gotta start tiny and work my way back up ;)

[Lisa_delo]

Not sure how I missed this thread but I did:giggle: We live in Groton, have been here for two years:goodvibes: Anyone around this area?

[iheartruiner]

Yikes! Be careful (of course you will be but still!). The one nice thing about this is I can chill my drinks outside (well, as long as I bring them in before it gets freezing). I can't wait until it gets warmer so I can take my LO on walks! We have a quaint little shopping center half a mile from my house and a larger one about 2.3 miles away -- but that has to wait until I get more of my endurance back (gave birth on the 29th of Nov). Gotta start tiny and work my way back up ;)

Aw, congrats! :) We just have one, my 3 year old.

DS won't even walk in the snow anymore. He can't stand it. :headscratch: I wish he'd get over it. :giggle:

[katiemomma]

Hey CT mamas! I live in VT right now, but DH and I both grew up in CT. I'm from Litchfield and he grew up mostly in the Cheshire area. We go there a lot to visit family. It looks like the majority of you are on the opposite side of the state though.

[suki_luv]

Aw, congrats! :) We just have one, my 3 year old.

DS won't even walk in the snow anymore. He can't stand it. :headscratch: I wish he'd get over it. :giggle:

Thank you :)

Three is such a great age! I used to be the caregiver for my sister's youngest son before I moved to CT. I love the sentences he would try and put together. His favorite thing now is to tell him mom he's "too busy" when she asks him to do things now or to hum the Indiana Jones theme music while he runs around the house <3 I can't wait until my LO does those things! I know the time goes fast, but sometimes I'm at a loss at what to do with a 6 week old

[iheartruiner]

Thank you :)

Three is such a great age! I used to be the caregiver for my sister's youngest son before I moved to CT. I love the sentences he would try and put together. His favorite thing now is to tell him mom he's "too busy" when she asks him to do things now or to hum the Indiana Jones theme music while he runs around the house <3 I can't wait until my LO does those things! I know the time goes fast, but sometimes I'm at a loss at what to do with a 6 week old

LOL, 6 weeks seems so tough, but 3 is super challenging. at 6 weeks, you can do some tummy time, maybe read a simple book or two. Mostly IME, that time is good for bonding & developing a good routine. If you're breastfeeding, you should be establishing a good supply for your little one now & they might be going through a growth spurt really soon. :)

That age was such a breeze for us thinking back. I really miss it. :)

[suki_luv]

Yeah we do lots of skin-on-skin bonding, tummy time (It's so cute to hear her little whimper cries of frustration! When I watch her my mental music is along the lines of eye of the tiger) and bfing. She reeally likes to nurse ;) I just worry that she's not getting enough stimuli. I worry that she's bored~

[iheartruiner]

I doubt at 6w she'd be bored yet. ;) And if she is, she'd probably fall asleep. She's got adorable cheeks though!!

[suki_luv]

True, True. I think it's the new mommy thing -- worried that I'm not doing enough/too much.

I love her cheeks! Her face (head) is starting to thin more now...you can see she has a neck now, LOL. She's a big girl (10.5lbs 22" at her 4w appt) but the only noticeable chub she has is her cheeks and a little fold on her upper thighs. Her daddy is tall though (I am so not) so I'm hoping she ends up somewhere between me and him ;)

[iheartruiner]

I hear that! DS was skinny at birth & still is. He's about 30lbs at 3 years old. He had pretty much no chub, ever. So seeing chunky cheeks is super cute IMO! :)

[suki_luv]

I like to pinch them, which makes her gurgle and/or smile now. she likes the attention! :) Ugh I have my pp check up today :/ it's snowing. Hopefully they dont close the dr office! My appt is late today, so hopefully the roads will be clear. I wish I knew if my dr lived locally XD :finger cross:

[iheartruiner]

Ugh, I'm sorry. The roads aren't bad down here. We got about 2ish inches. The actually plowed and sanded my street today!

[suki_luv]

They plowed earlier, but the snow is still falling (only gently now). I feel like such a kid, though! I don't want to go ;) But! I can't get another appt. Rwar. Snow makes me so unmotivated. Not to mention, I'm kinda sleepy. The LO had a hard night last night. She slept poorly and didn't want to nurse at all. The only way I could soothe her (she was a little banshee) was to hold her all night. Which...I kind of liked. Pretty soon she'll be too big (and heavy!) to hold the whole night through ;)

[iheartruiner]

I couldn't appreciate that. :giggle: I really disliked holding Eddie all night long - but that was before I knew anything about babywearing or AP. ;)

[suki_luv]

I have a sling that I use, but getting her into it is hard! She can't really hold herself up yet so getting it over her and my head is a juggle. When she was smaller I could wiggle her in with the sling already on, but that doesn't work so well now. Her daddy is convinced we're spoiling her because her grandma and me hold her so much. I found that after I had her, a bunch of my preconceived notions about how I was going to raise her changed. You just don't know what will work until you've got your baby in your arms. Her personality has dictated some of how we are rearing her.

[iheartruiner]

Agreed. Eddie changed the way we thought about a LOT of things and now that he's older, I see where i should have changed back to how I thought to begin with. LOL!

[suki_luv]

ahaha, yeah. We're going through that on a small scale with co-sleeping. Neither my fiance or me wanted to do it, but at the hospital it was like I had narcolepsy! I couldn't keep my eyes open and would invariably fall asleep breastfeeding. So when we came home, even though we had a bassinet, she was sleeping in the bed so I could bf. And then the weather turned cold, and we were worried she would be too cold in the bassinet. At the time, because we couldn't be intimate, it wasn't a big deal. But now that I've had my pp exam? We need to wean her back into her bassinet XD!

[iheartruiner]

We coslept from 4w-9mo. I swore it was something I'd NEVER do. We weren't intimate at night anyhow, or hardly at all. :blush: But I really enjoy my sleep and don't regret it. ;)

[suki_luv]

I enjoy sleep, too! But I think the DD is having some growing pains...cause she's been awfully cranky and clingy the last few days. :/ poor baby girl. I haven't managed to get anything done lately though ;) ah, joys of parenting...always playing catch up.

[merandus]

wheres all my eastern CT mommas?!

[kai_e]

wheres all my eastern CT mommas?!

:wave: I'd just like it to stay above freezing for just a few days!

[iheartruiner]

:wave: I'd just like it to stay above freezing for just a few days!

:giggle: For real!!!

I guess that tomorrow it's supposed to be almost 40! WHOA! HEAT WAVE!

[merandus]

we've been doubling up on socks and sweaters here. it seems nothing gets the chill out!

[clothrookie]

HI!

I am in Fairfield. Is there anyone else nearby?

[cowgirlmama]

we've been doubling up on socks and sweaters here. it seems nothing gets the chill out!

It's definitely been freezing! I can't wait for spring so we can walk on the town green again!
Oh and I found the Papoose in Norwich, awesome store, but I'm not allowed to go there anymore LMAO!

[littlemamasdiapers]

Hey everyone, I'm in bristol. Hope eveyones getting de iced okay.

[newtodiaper78]

Hi, I'm in Stamford. Moved here almost 3 years ago and now expecting my first baby.

[suki_luv]

Welcome everyone <3 Ahaha, been really busy with my LO :) It's a hoot watching her personality develop! She's been loving on making spit bubbles ;) Looks like she has rabies half the time. I can't wait to see her hit her other social milestones~

[bartstew]

Didn't realize there was a CT group on here!
We are originally from upstate NY, but have been in CT since '01. We currently live in New Britain. I teach in Newington (but I am on a child-rearing currently) and my husband works at ESPN in Bristol. We actually go to the new mom's group at the Papaya Patch once a month and can't wait for the next swap (it will be the first one for me).

[xkellyx]

We should try to get together some time.

[Jennicap]

Hi everyone! I'm new here and TTC my first but am planning on CDing once they are here so my friend gave me this site. I live in Bristol with my DH and too many animals! LOL

[Kerry]

C'mon Ladies let's get this thread going.....Copy and paste the following into a response....Let's try to get together Mama's!!!!I don't know about you but I need to meet some other families who cloth diaper...Add your info if you feel the same. Maybe we can set up a playdate somewhere central.

Me-Kerry
Kids- 3months, 4years and 7 years
From-Wallingford (North Haven/Northford line)
Good Days/Times- Anyday, Mornings and early afternoons

[iheartruiner]

C'mon Ladies let's get this thread going.....Copy and paste the following into a resonse....Let's try to get together Mama's!!!!I don't know about you but I need to meet some other families who cloth diaper...Add your info if you feel the same. Maybe we can set up a playdate somewhere central.

Me-Kerry
Kids- 3months, 4years and 7 years
From-Wallingford (North Haven/Northford line)
Good Days/Times- Anyday, Mornings and early afternoons

Me-Myla
Kids- 3.5yrs
From- Hamden (4mi north of New Haven)
Good Days/Times- 10 till noon & 5-7pm :)

Just so you all know, we don't use cloth now - I'm trying to get DS to PL but it's simply NOT happening and he outright refuses cloth now. :cry: But I do knit. :giggle: And have online friends that do CD. LOL!

[Kerry]

Just so you all know, we don't use cloth now - I'm trying to get DS to PL but it's simply NOT happening and he outright refuses cloth now. :cry: But I do knit. :giggle: And have online friends that do CD. LOL!

We are only using cloth part time until we find what works. We use Nature Baby biodegradable sposies at night and outings...That's another reason for the playdates...to check out what other moms liked or what helped with PL.

[iheartruiner]

Nothing is helping. I've done everything I can. Now I'm just waiting. We tried no dipes, treats, trips to fun places, toys, stickers, bribes, putting on undies, setting timers.

Nothing. He's very adamant about not using the potty, so now we're just waiting till the idea becomes novel. He's never once peed or pooped on it. :banghead:

[Kerry]

Nothing is helping. I've done everything I can. Now I'm just waiting. We tried no dipes, treats, trips to fun places, toys, stickers, bribes, putting on undies, setting timers.

Nothing. He's very adamant about not using the potty, so now we're just waiting till the idea becomes novel. He's never once peed or pooped on it. :banghead:

The only thing that really worked was a sticker chart for every time they did go on the potty even for trying in the beginning. Make one together and take him with you to pick the stickers out.

[iheartruiner]

Yeah, we tried. :hide:

[merandus]

Me-jody
Kids- 3yrold boy, 1 1/2 yr old girl
From- Eastford, its way in the eastern portion, near Woodstock
Good Days/Times-mornings
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[pepinanthony]

Me-April
Kids- 2 mos, 24mos, 4 yrs, 8 yrs, 11 yrs
From-Torrington (Litchfeld county)
Good Days/Times-Tues and Thurs afternoons, M,W,F mornings

[My girls]

Hi Ladies! It's nice to meet you all. I haven't CD my 2 year old. She's in sposies but I decided I want to CD this next one. I started ordering my stash with some OS diapers that I hope to try on my 2 year old.

Me-Karen
Kids- daughter 2 years, daughter #2 due May 27th
From-Hamden
Good Days/Times- Most weekdays except Thursdays, afternoons

[playbirdgirl]

I live in New Haven. It's great here.

[AmayleeCreations]

This snow is crazy thick but at least it's not sticking:giggle:

[Kerry]

For those of you interested in meeting...

Are any of you familiar with Doolittle park in Wallingford? Or there is another park in North haven off rt 5 near the cvs...I forgot the name of it...Would you want to make a meet n' greet at either on a warm day? Anybody know of any other good parks in ct?

I'd love to meet a few cloth diapering mamas...My friends and family think I'm nuts...They don't get the CD love....:giggle2:

[Kerry]

I can't believe it's snowing again after the weather we had this wkend...

[laur318]

i live in wallingford :) i consider myself from "the new haven area" because thats where i go to college and i moved from east haven last yr. i'm due april 12 :D getting close!!!!

[Kerry]

i live in wallingford :) i consider myself from "the new haven area" because thats where i go to college and i moved from east haven last yr. i'm due april 12 :D getting close!!!!

I'm in wallingford too!
Congrats! Less than a month away...What type of delivery are you doing? (hosp., home, water, hypno?)

[iheartruiner]

They have waterbirthing areas here?? When I delivered my DS it was at Yale, They had NOTHING for me.

[laur318]

i love doolittle, for the last family i nannied for, i took the kids religiously.
(the other park is called blakeslee btw)
and great idea for rounding up other cloth moms!!!! count me in...once i have a baby to bring?

[laur318]

im supposed to deliver at midstate waterbirth isnt allowed. they have showers. i want to bring a birthing pool with me but it isnt allowed. im going to stay at home in my 'pool' (or maybe just the tub, idk) until i am positive i have to go tothe hospital..basicly just to have the baby! i figure if i labor at home i wont get any pain meds. my ob is a jerk and told me to get the epidural immediately. that hurt my feelings, as if im a wimp! if i do end up with an epidural (if im there early enough) i wont feel bad about it....as long as i tried my hardest to go without.

[laur318]

iheartruiner: i know st mary's birthing center in waterbury is one place where women are able to waterbirth.

[iheartruiner]

That's way too far from me. I'm like, a 15 minute drive north of Yale, 7 minutes from St Rafe's. When I was in labor with DS, my water broke at 8:30am and I delivered him at 11:25am. ;) I'd never make it that far the next time. Waterbury is around 25 minutes from me.

[Kerry]

That's way too far from me. I'm like, a 15 minute drive north of Yale, 7 minutes from St Rafe's. When I was in labor with DS, my water broke at 8:30am and I delivered him at 11:25am. ;) I'd never make it that far the next time. Waterbury is around 25 minutes from me.

I live on the Northford/north haven side of wallingford and I went to St. Mary's instead this time. My 2nd birth was only 2 1/2 long and I was willing to do the 25 minute drive to get the birth I wanted. I just left as soon as my water broke. We also had to drop off one of my DD. Your other kids can go with you too and witness the birth. My oldest came and she was the best! She rubbed my back and told me what a great job I was doing. I also switched from Midstate to Yale then to St Mary's....I had my perfect hypno/water birth...I say do it..and switch o.b's! I did at 36 wks and I don't regret it for a minute! I went to Naugatuck Valley obgyn. I had midwives but Dr. Albini's (ob) wife was the one I took hypno birthing classes with at Yale..She is awesome! her name is Shelley and she has a web page I think it's naturalmama.com....Just google hypnobirth in Ct and it should come up or her name Shelley Albini

[iheartruiner]

I live on the Northford/north haven side of wallingford and I went to St. Mary's instead this time. My 2nd birth was only 2 1/2 long and I was willing to do the 25 minute drive to get the birth I wanted. I just left as soon as my water broke. We also had to drop off one of my DD. Your other kids can go with you too and witness the birth. My oldest came and she was the best! She rubbed my back and told me what a great job I was doing. I also switched from Midstate to Yale then to St Mary's....I had my perfect hypno/water birth...I say do it..and switch o.b's! I did at 36 wks and I don't regret it for a minute! I went to Naugatuck Valley obgyn. I had midwives but Dr. Albini's (ob) wife was the one I took hypno birthing classes with at Yale..She is awesome! her name is Shelley and she has a web page I think it's naturalmama.com....Just google hypnobirth in Ct and it should come up or her name Shelley Albini
Oh cool. I'll keep that in mind if we decide on when we're ttc :)

We only have my son right now, but we left the house when my water broke and the m/w on the phone wanted me to come in to make sure that's what it was (like it could have been anything else. LOL) so we stopped in and then they had called YNHH to get the room set and called my m/w. I was there at YMHH for about 20 minutes before I delivered. I had no time for anything but to do that. Next time my plans are MUCH different. LOL!

[bartstew]

Me-Rachel
Kids-9 mo old girl
From-New Britain
Good Days/Times-afternoon

[Kerry]

One more thing about Yale and Midstate...they automatically give you a shot of Pitocin after the baby is born to induce contractions, whether you need it or not..(I called specifically about this)...and they concider an I.V. protocal..St. Mary's does not.

Yale takes the baby away from you to the nursery to do vitals..You have no choice. (That was the reason I left there @ 36 wks or was it 34? I'll have to look back I only had 3 apts, then had him). Midstate does vitals in the room. I didn't want my baby to leave my arms. St. mary's birth center they even did some of the vitals while he was in my arms. They let the cord stop pulsing before they/husband cut (they even asked if we wanted the placenta?!?), they give you bonding time before they do vitals and apgar as long as baby is doing well. They let me hold D and nurse him for like 1 1/2 hrs after he was born before they did anything. It was such a great experience. We have talked about my hubby getting the big V but after such a peaceful and calm birth I'd love to have another! Ssshhhh don't ever tell him I said that.

[luvmygirls]

I'm in for a park afternoon! As long as someone helps me keep my 2 yr.old twins from running away :giggle: . No, seriously. They think that's hysterical now.

[Kerry]

I'm in for a park afternoon! As long as someone helps me keep my 2 yr.old twins from running away :giggle: . No, seriously. They think that's hysterical now.

Doolittle park is great for that reason...You can see everything from anywhere and there is only one way in or out....It's nice Just bring your sunscrean and sun hats on hots days...No shade from trees.

[pepinanthony]

Any day but Tuesdays and Thursdays, because its a little bit of a haul for me.
We could meet at Central Parc in Waterbury. Its an indoor park, standing for Parent Attended Recreation Center. It's in a gym and is on Central Avenue, near downtown. We won't have to worry about how cold it is or anyone running away. Its basically a gym with a sandbox, slides, numerous toys, bikes, push toys, seesaws, a couple club houses, tumbling mats, books...almost anything you can think of, including a few tables to eat at and a microwave. They're open from 9am-2pm m-f. They ask for a $1.00 donation to come and play for the day.

April

[Kerry]

Any day but Tuesdays and Thursdays, because its a little bit of a haul for me.
We could meet at Central Parc in Waterbury. Its an indoor park, standing for Parent Attended Recreation Center. It's in a gym and is on Central Avenue, near downtown. We won't have to worry about how cold it is or anyone running away. Its basically a gym with a sandbox, slides, numerous toys, bikes, push toys, seesaws, a couple club houses, tumbling mats, books...almost anything you can think of, including a few tables to eat at and a microwave. They're open from 9am-2pm m-f. They ask for a $1.00 donation to come and play for the day.

April

That sounds great! My girls 4 1/2 and 7 have vacation in 2 wks I'd totally be up for that! Other wise I have only my 3 1/2 month old during the day. Are there baby swings there? The kind that are at regular parks. He'd love that.

Is it near the mall or St. Mary's? I don't know very much about Waterbury.

[clover]

side note-
april, do you know is central parc still has that upper age limit? it really was a great place, but i was pretty annoyed that they wouldn't make exceptions for older siblings. since we homeschool, we had to stop going there after calla aged out at 5yrs.
it was a long time ago though (almost 4yrs!) so maybe things have changed?

[jks06457]

here here-hi clover!

[pepinanthony]

The upper age limit has been lifted, but they have the right to tell you to remove an older unsafe, or disruptive child. Children 6+ are welcome depending on behavior. Brandon (8) and Dakota (11)both went recently. They prefer that older children not ride the tiny bikes because they're afraid of someone getting hurt when they wizz by...Basically, you're fine if you can keep them in control.
What would they say about a bunch of older children? I don't know, but when there's a date in mind, I'll call or go and ask. I know the staff pretty well and don't think they'd care, especially because they've been pretty empty recently.

There are no swings except for infant ones. I don't know why, but there's lots to do for young children. They also have craft materials and computers that my daughter uses when she gets bored walking around and playing with the little kids.

April

[pepinanthony]

Ummm, closer to St. Mary's, but really close to the center of town. The Street is next to the YMCA.

[laur318]

i'm excited to hear about central parc. so it's an indoor park and youc an play for a $1 donation?

[pepinanthony]

yep. There are no swings though. Plenty for tiny tots to do though.

[m0m22girlz]

Hi ladies...Just joined DS today. I have a 4 year old girl and a 5 1/2 month old girl. My baby is in disposables now but I'm switching to cloth today!! I'm in southeatern CT, near Waterford.

Kim

[PeasandCarrotsBaby]

:goodvibes: Awesome! Me too! :D

Me too! Any of you go to Nature Pals (edgewood park new haven) or the new library stay and play programs? How about Papaya Patch cd swap's? Just trying to think if I would recognize anyone:)

[merandus]

Hi ladies...Just joined DS today. I have a 4 year old girl and a 5 1/2 month old girl. My baby is in disposables now but I'm switching to cloth today!! I'm in southeatern CT, near Waterford.

Kim

good luck with the switch. its alot more fun in cloth!

[Kerry]

Hi ladies...Just joined DS today. I have a 4 year old girl and a 5 1/2 month old girl. My baby is in disposables now but I'm switching to cloth today!! I'm in southeatern CT, near Waterford.

Kim

Welcome!!!

Me too! Any of you go to Nature Pals (edgewood park new haven) or the new library stay and play programs? How about Papaya Patch cd swap's? Just trying to think if I would recognize anyone:)

I haven't been but would love too. I would really like to try anything/any place that's new. The cloth diaper exchange @ Papaya Patch seems interesting. I think you can attend even if you're not trading. I would be a nice oppertunity to meet other cd moms. I'll check dates for it.

My DS and I are sick with an awful cough right now so we won't be meeting for at least a few days.

[Melkyrick]

Hi mamas! So excited to meet other cd families! I am in the nw corner in Winsted.

[laur318]

Me too! Any of you go to Nature Pals (edgewood park new haven) or the new library stay and play programs? How about Papaya Patch cd swap's? Just trying to think if I would recognize anyone:)

on papayapatch.com i found the calendar but no dates for any cloth swaps. do you know of any coming up? there is also a GREAT natural baby store in norwich called papoose - they have some cloth dipes. both papaya and papoose are a far ride from wallingford (where im from), but i am looking forward to a swap. anyone know of any other 'natural baby' or cloth stores?

[paperjam]

You're not too far from me. I'm in STerling. Its near Plainfield. Right on the RI/CT border. I feel like I am the ONLY one in the area who cd's. MY family is all here, I went to HS at Woodstock Academy! I have a house in NC though and am returning to it next month. Kinda upsetting that I am just now finding other in CT.

im in eastford. eastford you ask>?? its near woodstock near putnam.more cows then people. anyone near me? bumblesmama is only 20 mins away.
anyone??

[Danielle0407]

I use to be from Woodstock, I only had my DD when I lived up there, I CD her and I was only 17 when I had her. Now I live in East hartford.

[laur318]

anyone know of swaps in CT?

[merandus]

OK Eastern CT mommas. the weather is getting warmer. we need to meet!! anyone interested in a play day at Owen Bell park in Killingly? theres a huge playscape/playground area, with picnic tables and an icecream stand thats open in the summer. but we can meet in the spring. its right off 395, so its easily accessable!!
pm me if youre interested and we can set up a date and time. im going to be taking the kids there once a week, dont make me go alone!:)
ihave a 3 yr old boy and a almost 2 yr old girl, if it helps!!

[Sasha299]

Hi ladies,
I'm new to the site and now Cding 95% - we have to finish the last 20 disposables. I am in Norwalk CT and getting that blank look when it comes up.
Sasha

[Kerry]

anyone know of swaps in CT?

The only one I've heard of is Papaya Patch in West Hartford....Why don't we all gather and form our own swap?

Did you find info on hypnobirth?

OK Eastern CT mommas. the weather is getting warmer. we need to meet!! anyone interested in a play day at Owen Bell park in Killingly? theres a huge playscape/playground area, with picnic tables and an icecream stand thats open in the summer. but we can meet in the spring. its right off 395, so its easily accessable!!
pm me if youre interested and we can set up a date and time. im going to be taking the kids there once a week, dont make me go alone!:)
ihave a 3 yr old boy and a almost 2 yr old girl, if it helps!!

I'm in Wallingford but would be willing to make it a day trip. Once this weather decides to stay warm.....I'd need the address to mapquest directions. Same for the indoor place in Waterbury....

[Danielle0407]

i'm out there once a week at least. My DD's bio dad lives out in Danielson. We would be down for a meet up, I would just have DS tho if DD was with bio dad.

[Lisa_delo]

I'm still here in Groton!

Me- Lisa
Kids, Almost 5, 3, and 7 months.
Location - Grotty Groton
I can't do any meet ups unless its at my house or locally as I can't drive:(

[Lisa_delo]

I'm still here in Groton!

Me- Lisa
Kids, Almost 5, 3, and 7 months.
Location - Grotty Groton
I can't do any meet ups unless its at my house or locally as I can't drive:(

[pepinanthony]

Killingly?? Ouch! Can we do it on a weekend?
April

[merandus]

we could definatly make it for a weekend, i just need an idea of when we should do this. its a great park, so its a nice trip...if youre willing to drive out there! i appreciate all the moms from the other side of CT chimming in, it would be great to meet everyone!!
i could make cookies.....

[Melkyrick]

guess what..I was in west hartford yesterday bec my lo had a drs appt and I was so excited bec I was going to stop at the papaya patch!!! I got there and it was closed!!!:crying: I was so bummed all the way home..but then I got home and I had fluffy mail from a sweet mama on ds!!! The sun was shining again!!:happyclap:

[kristal2146]

New to the DS forums.. but I"m in Vernon CT!

[kai_e]

I would love to meet other CDing mamas in CT. Btw, if anyone is interested in goat's milk, that is what I do. :)

We have a small farm in Deep River with 6 goats (Nubians and Nigerian dwarf dairy goats) and 3 Scottish Highland cattle.

[kai_e]

Hey - are there any mamas close to me in CT that might have the following:

Kelty/LL Bean or other external frame backpack carrier
Leapfrog table
Large wooden activity cube

Would love to find these locally from DS mamas.

:)

[laur318]

hi, i had my little boy 2 weeks ago. we live in wallingford . would love to arrange a diaper swap sometime soon!!!!

[Kerry]

Would anyone happen to have a stroller bag for gate check at air port for a regular size stroller? Or know where I can buy one I'll buy it or trade maternity or newborn dipes. I need it by Friday. Thanks mamas

[laur318]

hey kerry, i cant think of anything i hsvr that would be considered a stroller bag - DH uses a messenger bag for his diaper bag and it hangs over the rail/handle of our stroller perfectly. the strap is also adjustable so it would fit over any size stroller - i dont know if this would help you at all. i live nearby so if i had something like a stoller bag i would be happy to lend it to you!!

[cowgirlmama]

Me- Rachael
Kids- 3yrs, (almost) 11 months
From- Lebanon
Good Days/Times- mornings, days really depend on DH's schedule and what else is going on

Is there anyone else on here from the Lebanon area? I go to Papoose all the time. We LOVE that store! We also did their Growing Artist class with my 3yr old. It was so much fun and the teacher was fantastic. I don't get on here too much, I get in to too much trouble on this site, lol.

[luvmygirls]

hi, i had my little boy 2 weeks ago. we live in wallingford . would love to arrange a diaper swap sometime soon!!!!

Hey! Your lo and I share a birthday!!! I know a woman that does astrological charts (she's very cool) if your interested! I'm in North Haven, btw :thumbsup:

[luvmygirls]

Anyone want a Pit Bull? I am trying to re-home mine. He's awesome, six years old, neutered, up to date on shots, submissive, clingy, sweet, love to play ball, scared of thunder and the vacuum, gets along with dogs/kids/elderly! Super duper sweet dog. Needs LOTS of attention/companionship.

[laur318]

Hey! Your lo and I share a birthday!!! I know a woman that does astrological charts (she's very cool) if your interested! I'm in North Haven, btw :thumbsup:


how cool is that! i am definitely interested in the charting. i know very little about aries men.

[luvmygirls]

Yeah, she was awesome. I had the twins charts done, and with the first five minutes she had described both of them to a T. She's an intuitive, also. Her name is Tess Morrison and she's in Guilford. Mine are Scorpios so I was a little concerned as hubby and I are Fire signs :giggle:

[merandus]

Me- Rachael
Kids- 3yrs, (almost) 11 months
From- Lebanon
Good Days/Times- mornings, days really depend on DH's schedule and what else is going on

Is there anyone else on here from the Lebanon area? I go to Papoose all the time. We LOVE that store! We also did their Growing Artist class with my 3yr old. It was so much fun and the teacher was fantastic. I don't get on here too much, I get in to too much trouble on this site, lol.

im in Eastford, which is about 30 mins or so away. my neighbor works at Prides Farm out there! :)

[ElizasMommy606]

guess what..I was in west hartford yesterday bec my lo had a drs appt and I was so excited bec I was going to stop at the papaya patch!!! I got there and it was closed!!!:crying: I was so bummed all the way home..but then I got home and I had fluffy mail from a sweet mama on ds!!! The sun was shining again!!:happyclap:

I live about 25 min outside of Hartford in Chicopee, MA by Springfield. :)
We just moved out here a few mo's ago. We want to buy a house in Enfield as our plans have drastically changed due to DH working in Windsor Locks.
We are always up for a play group! We are new to the area. :)

[kthoelen]

I live about 20-25 min outside of Hartford in Chicopee, MA by Springfield. :)
We just moved out here a few mo's ago.

LOL I live in Enfield, just over the line!!!

[EA0607]

I'm also in Enfield On Ma Border...lol

I love the Papaya Patch:thumbsup:

I'm in Western MA, but grew up just over in CT and work in Enfield. I'm new to cloth, but loving it! I like the Papaya Patch but prefer A Child's Garden in Northampton, MA.

[EA0607]

I live about 25 min outside of Hartford in Chicopee, MA by Springfield. :)
We just moved out here a few mo's ago. We want to buy a house in Enfield as our plans have drastically changed due to DH working in Windsor Locks.
We are always up for a play group! We are new to the area. :)

We are in the same area. I'm new here (to this board, not Western MA). I have 2 daughters, 2 1/2 and 17 mos. Little one is in cloth, older one is PT.

[kthoelen]

We should have a meet up at one of the parks in the area!! Like Forest Park or something. Plus there are good parks all over Enfield!

[ElizasMommy606]

We should have a meet up at one of the parks in the area!! Like Forest Park or something. Plus there are good parks all over Enfield!

We def should! I'm at home all day right now. DH is working 3rd shift so feel free to PM me!:goodvibes:

[ElizasMommy606]

We are in the same area. I'm new here (to this board, not Western MA). I have 2 daughters, 2 1/2 and 17 mos. Little one is in cloth, older one is PT.

Cool location! :) Fell free to PM me also we're home all dayyy!:goodvibes:

[EA0607]

PM sent!

[Kerry]

Anyone want a Pit Bull? I am trying to re-home mine. He's awesome, six years old, neutered, up to date on shots, submissive, clingy, sweet, love to play ball, scared of thunder and the vacuum, gets along with dogs/kids/elderly! Super duper sweet dog. Needs LOTS of attention/companionship.


My friend owns a pit bull rescue if you don't find a good home. He is a great guy! It's called To Hell and Back pitbull rescue. I'm pretty sure if you google it he'll come up. He is on facebook and myspace too.

[Kerry]

hey kerry, i cant think of anything i hsvr that would be considered a stroller bag - DH uses a messenger bag for his diaper bag and it hangs over the rail/handle of our stroller perfectly. the strap is also adjustable so it would fit over any size stroller - i dont know if this would help you at all. i live nearby so if i had something like a stoller bag i would be happy to lend it to you!!

Thanks Laura! I thought I needed a bag to put the stroller in so it wouldn't get scuffed up but the airline was gentle as far as I can see.

Let me know if you still want to check out the dipes I have left. Even if it's just to inspect different kinds. I can bring some of my stash for you to check out. We can always meet at a park, you can look and let me know if your interested. If not it would be nice to chat with another CD mama.

[luvmygirls]

My friend owns a pit bull rescue if you don't find a good home. He is a great guy! It's called To Hell and Back pitbull rescue. I'm pretty sure if you google it he'll come up. He is on facebook and myspace too.

thanks mama!

[merandus]

just bumping the thread

[laur318]

thank you kerry!!
i would love to meet up. is doolittle a good place for you??

anyone use meetup.com???
hartford area hip/young mommies is a group that does some cool looking meetups and it think it would be GREAT for local DS mamas to join them. i havent met ANY of you! and theres plenty of CT mamas i know it!!!!

i havent gone to any meetups wth the group yet due to weather. but they go to parks and ponds and stuff. i'd really like to know someone personally before i go out there :) anyone???

[laur318]

just bumping the thread

BUMP for CT mommies!!!!

[NewYearsBaby]

hey- new and checking in from new haven area. hi mamas!

[cowgirlmama]

im in Eastford, which is about 30 mins or so away. my neighbor works at Prides Farm out there! :)

That's cool. Pride's is literally right behind our house, lol. Course, they're everywhere in this town it seems! lol

[sarita78]

Hey! CT here too! Near UCONN... :)

[merandus]

Hey! CT here too! Near UCONN... :)

youre around 15 mins away too! how cool! youre in storrs right?

[nml12903]

Hi! I'm very new to diaperswappers, but I wanted to stop by because I'm from CT too! I'm in the lovely (or not so much) town of Groton. I have a 6 year old girl, a 4 year old girl, and an 8 month old boy.

[hpscole2]

I am in the Norwich, CT Southeast area! On CD #3!

[LandonsMama]

Hey CT mamas! May I butt in? :blush: :D I'm from VT, but we are planning to relocate shortly. We are vacationing in CT next month to scope out the state and look for towns we might like to move to. We are looking for rural-ish, family friendly small town near the coast with good schools, lots of activities for the kids (especially outdoor, nature stuff ;) ) but that has shopping nearby.

Any suggestions on where we should look? How about affordable places on the water to stay at while we are there next week?

Thanks mamas! Sorry for hijacking :bagoverhead:

[merandus]

Hey CT mamas! May I butt in? :blush: :D I'm from VT, but we are planning to relocate shortly. We are vacationing in CT next month to scope out the state and look for towns we might like to move to. We are looking for rural-ish, family friendly small town near the coast with good schools, lots of activities for the kids (especially outdoor, nature stuff ;) ) but that has shopping nearby.

Any suggestions on where we should look? How about affordable places on the water to stay at while we are there next week?

Thanks mamas! Sorry for hijacking :bagoverhead:

hmm, if you want near the coast you might want to check out the norwich area. but im in the upper eastern corner of the state, and its nice and quiet here. its about a 30 min drive to the beach, but its well worth it. i live in a village type town, where we all know eachother. we have a great smaller scaled school, and an exceptional highschool in the next town over. woodstock area is right near us, which is loaded with gorgeous country homes, and great quaint shopping..
the house next door to me is for sale :giggle: its very colonial country looking :giggle: but its $250........:cry:

[cowgirlmama]

[QUOTE=LandonsMama;7748313]Hey CT mamas! May I butt in? :blush: :D I'm from VT, but we are planning to relocate shortly. We are vacationing in CT next month to scope out the state and look for towns we might like to move to. We are looking for rural-ish, family friendly small town near the coast with good schools, lots of activities for the kids (especially outdoor, nature stuff ;) ) but that has shopping nearby.

Any suggestions on where we should look? How about affordable places on the water to stay at while we are there next week?

Thanks mamas! Sorry for hijacking :bagoverhead:[/QUOTE

How near the coast do you want to be? It also depends on your price range. In our estimation, CT is more expensive than VT and the coast is generally going to be more expensive than inland.
We live in Lebanon, what you would call a rural town, though it is slowly getting away from it's agricultural roots. I'd say it's family friendly. We have a mile and a half long town green, with a walking trail, plus rails to trails locations in a couple of places in town. There are story time activities at the library and a couple of playgrounds, including a new handicap accesible one. In surronding towns, there are also other activities. It takes me 15-20min to get to Stop and Shop (two of them, in opposite directions), Walmart (again 2), a small mall, Aldi's and restaurants. A larger mall is about 30min away in Waterford and an even larger mall and shopping area is 40min away in Manchester. I've seen just about any store I can think of between those areas. We are also located near both casinos and a couple colleges (UConn, ECSU and Three Rivers). We are about 30-40min away from any good beaches on the coast, though.
It might be a good area to start looking in. You may find something, lol. I think the closer to NYC you get, the higher the prices, though it all depends on your personal price range. Good Luck! I hope you have a good time on vacation. :mrgreen:

[cowgirlmama]

So, is anyone on here from Lebanon too? Or anyone else who has a farming habit (lol)?

[LandonsMama]

hmm, if you want near the coast you might want to check out the norwich area. but im in the upper eastern corner of the state, and its nice and quiet here. its about a 30 min drive to the beach, but its well worth it. i live in a village type town, where we all know eachother. we have a great smaller scaled school, and an exceptional highschool in the next town over. woodstock area is right near us, which is loaded with gorgeous country homes, and great quaint shopping..
the house next door to me is for sale :giggle: its very colonial country looking :giggle: but its $250........:cry:

Thank you! We'll check it out :D What is the Stonington area like? I'm guessing there are a lot of tourists there during the summer...

[LandonsMama]

How near the coast do you want to be? It also depends on your price range. In our estimation, CT is more expensive than VT and the coast is generally going to be more expensive than inland.
We live in Lebanon, what you would call a rural town, though it is slowly getting away from it's agricultural roots. I'd say it's family friendly. We have a mile and a half long town green, with a walking trail, plus rails to trails locations in a couple of places in town. There are story time activities at the library and a couple of playgrounds, including a new handicap accesible one. In surronding towns, there are also other activities. It takes me 15-20min to get to Stop and Shop (two of them, in opposite directions), Walmart (again 2), a small mall, Aldi's and restaurants. A larger mall is about 30min away in Waterford and an even larger mall and shopping area is 40min away in Manchester. I've seen just about any store I can think of between those areas. We are also located near both casinos and a couple colleges (UConn, ECSU and Three Rivers). We are about 30-40min away from any good beaches on the coast, though.
It might be a good area to start looking in. You may find something, lol. I think the closer to NYC you get, the higher the prices, though it all depends on your personal price range. Good Luck! I hope you have a good time on vacation. :mrgreen:

Thanks! It looks like you have shopping closer to you than we do here :giggle: Can't wait to get down there next month!

[merandus]

So, is anyone on here from Lebanon too? Or anyone else who has a farming habit (lol)?

man i know im not that far from you. we should get together!:giggle:

[cowgirlmama]

man i know im not that far from you. we should get together!:giggle:

Where are you? I'm right off of 87. I'd be interested in getting together. Anyone else in this area interested?

[merandus]

Where are you? I'm right off of 87. I'd be interested in getting together. Anyone else in this area interested?

well im in Eastford, next to woodstock/ashford. i cant really think of anywhere in the middle to meet though..any suggestions. there is another momma here from storrs, and another from windam area. its like a littl cluster of us

[cowgirlmama]

well im in Eastford, next to woodstock/ashford. i cant really think of anywhere in the middle to meet though..any suggestions. there is another momma here from storrs, and another from windam area. its like a littl cluster of us

I've driven through Eastford. The only place I could think of to meet is UConn, by the barns. I used to go walking the hill and taking the kiddos to see the animals. Not like they don't get enough of that at our house, lol.

[hpscole2]

Hey ALL! Having a Diaper Swap at Papoose in Norwich, CT on August 1st from 12:30-3pm. shoppapoose.com

Also....if you can't make that you can join our facebook page!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=73585479645

[redmachchick]

Hey ALL! Having a Diaper Swap at Papoose in Norwich, CT on August 1st from 12:30-3pm. shoppapoose.com

Also....if you can't make that you can join our facebook page!
http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/group.php?gid=73585479645

I've heard about that!!! I've been wanting to go to one ever since I heard about it from another mama!

Thanks for the link!