In between nursing, changing diapers and other baby chores, I can hardly find time for myself. I’ve got a bunch of books yet to be read, but I’ve figured out a way to catch up on my reading. I read my books out loud to Timmy.
They’re no Dr. Seuss or Mother Goose. The words don’t rhyme at all. But Timmy seems captivated by our read-aloud bonding time, and so I just keep at it.
That’s me in the pic (pardon the messy hair) reading out a chapter to Timmy, who looks like he is closely listening to what Mommy is telling him. We’re currently reading Dan Brown’s The Lost Symbol. It’s fun reading the chapters aloud to the baby, who gurgles and coos in return. Cuteness! It took about five chapters before he started getting restless. I just moved on to the next book in my To-Be-Read list — 1001 Foods: The Greatest Gastronomic Sensations on Earth.
Hurrah for hitting two birds with one stone — finishing up the books on my bedside table and bonding with Timmy at the same time! I can finally catch up on my reading. 😀
Hi! I'm Toni Tiu,
and I've been blogging at
at Wifely Steps since 2003. This started as a blog to help newly weds adjust to married life. It has evolved into a home and parenting blog. I write about things close to my heart -- good eats, good reads, family, marriage, and the little things that make everyday happy.
notsquare
September 24, 2009 at 4:23 pm (15 years ago)good job mommy toni!
Sinta
September 24, 2009 at 4:30 pm (15 years ago)I think it’s a great way for lil T to get used to your voice
The rhythm of speaking can also be very assuring. But don’t miss out on all the great kiddy books like the Hungry Hungry Caterpillar. My fave ^_^ Maybe when he’s older.
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rowie
September 24, 2009 at 5:08 pm (15 years ago)Parenthood = multi-tasking in millions of ways. 😀
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dyanie
September 24, 2009 at 5:29 pm (15 years ago)toni!!! im reading the 1001 foods too! actually salitan sila ng 1000 places haha!
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Glenda
September 24, 2009 at 5:30 pm (15 years ago)hi toni! oh my gosh, i hadn’t realized you may have given birth already! anyway, congrats on your new bundle of joy and welcome to the world of sleepless nights hehehe.
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JMom
September 24, 2009 at 11:28 pm (15 years ago)Way to go, mom Toni!
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Loraine
September 25, 2009 at 12:31 am (15 years ago)good advise…
A. Nini
September 25, 2009 at 12:32 am (15 years ago)Oy! he is sooooooooo cute….
Lissa
September 25, 2009 at 2:27 am (15 years ago)I actually read most of the Twilight series while I was breastfeeding Connor. I would tell him to take his time feeding so I can enjoy my book. hahaha…
fortuitous faery
September 25, 2009 at 7:07 am (15 years ago)Dan Brown at such a young age! I hope he doesn’t skip The Brothers Grimm altogether! Hehe.
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Eper
September 25, 2009 at 7:57 am (15 years ago)Babies love being talked and read to
I read anything out loud to Quino and he absolutely loves it! Yes, even the yoghurt label :p
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Rico
September 26, 2009 at 10:27 am (15 years ago)Very efficient use of your time. How was Dan Brown’s last book? I’m being cheap and waiting for hte paperback. Read some mixed reviews too.
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Carina
September 26, 2009 at 8:12 pm (15 years ago)This is multi-tasking at its finest
Good job!
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kaiskeebeat
September 28, 2009 at 2:33 am (15 years ago)Toni! Hope you and your boys are safe from Ondoy. Sending good vibes/karma to you. love you!
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Dino
September 29, 2009 at 11:30 am (15 years ago)my little boys are big fans of “goodnight moon” and “love you forever.”
also reading “lost symbol.” not to my kids, though. they opted for “pride & prejudice & zombies.”
Rach (Heart of Rachel)
September 30, 2009 at 8:10 pm (15 years ago)Babies just love the sound of their mother’s voice. It’s great that you get to enjoy two wonderful things at the same time.
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sue
October 10, 2009 at 8:00 pm (15 years ago)great multi-tasking activity! i do it often too…being a new mum and constantly experimenting…i try to do as much as possible with the little time that i have. glad to have found your site (frm Nuffnag’s Blog Awards) as it’s informative and issues blogged are rather close to my heart!