The Dangers of Over-Educating Oneself

I think I may read too much. I've studied all the baby books, the "what to expect" books, and others. So now, whenever any little tiny thing happens to one of the babies, I overanalyze and worry and fret. A little puke with some mucus? What could that be? How about if you drink a glass of wine with dinner? How dangerous is that? What about if you drink a cup of latte for breakfast-- can it affect your babies? Each book says something about these issues, and sometimes they contradict each other and/or your doctor and/or common knowledge.

And then there are the parents-- yours, mine, the other ones out there. Who say "this is what we did, don't worry about doing XYZ". Some of that advice is great. Helpful. Welcome. Some of it just freaks me out more.

Did I ever mention that I have a tendency to be a bit of a hypochondriac? This tendency is only worse with two babies to care for. I'm having a hoot load of fun here. (not) Worry, worry, worry. I am the stereotype of the first-time mom, stressing over every little thing.

Just keep me out of the Web MD or American Baby website please.