Well, now that we officially have a third-wheeler in the house (+ Oreo our furry child, but he doesn’t go out much), I guess it’s fair to commemorate every weekend trip like a mini celebration. I mean, why not, right? At least I get to finally update this blog after what seemed like a gazillion years. 🤪

And yes, you guessed it right — I’m typing this out while holding Lily in one arm. 😌 Being a parent really does make one a multi-tasker, if one isn’t already.

So, here goes.

On the 20th of August, the three of us (mainly decided by the two adults lol) finally stepped outside of our lovely abode to do something productive. We didn’t want to go someplace crowded, and we wanted fresh air, so to the park it was! We decided for KLCC park because it was nearby, we’re very familiar with it, and we know it was stroller-friendly.

But oh so long were the easy-going days. Normally, if the plan was to reach some place by 8 am, we would get up by 7:30, get ready, pack up a bottle of water, wallets, phones, the electronics — watches for tracking and airpods for music, oh you know, the essentials — and off we go!

However, now that we have our little third wheeler, the essentials come with a pretty long list. Now, we need to pack up a baby bag, throw in some diapers, a change of clothes — oh wait, maybe add in an extra change of clothes, cos you know… just in case, a muslin, baby wipes, a carrier — you know in case she gets all fussy and needs to be carried, a pacifier, hot water, warm water, formula — again just in case breast milk isn’t enough, 2-maybe-3 bottles of milk prepared, the whole shebang of breast pump things, cooler bags to keep the fresh milks, car seat, stroller, and the list goes on.

Mind you, this is just for a 2-hour outing, maximum 3.

Some will probably say that we’re being paranoid to pack up so much crap for just a trip to the park, but I say it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Well, where was I? Oh yes, the plan was to reach the park by 8 am. Well, everyone got up by 7:30. But who are we kidding, with daddy having to shower Lily, get her ready, feed her, and mommy having to pump, pack, and not forgetting that we both needed to get ready too, we finally reached the park at 10! Hahahaaha 🤪 Yes, yes, we have a lot to work on the timing but give us new parents a break please.

Lily was asleep when we reached the park. It was 10 am, so fortunately there were not a lot of people walking/jogging about. We had the place pretty much to ourselves. Mommy managed to get some steps in, while of course pushing the stroller, and daddy went for a jog. We had such a nice time. Although we managed just a couple of rounds, we loved that we get to be out and about again, just like pre-pregnancy days. We hope that soon we would get to introduce our little Lily to more adventures, and to share our love for hiking with her. We’ll get there soon, but for now, baby steps.

All in all, Lily-Rose’s first trip ever, albeit just KLCC park, was a success. She behaved the entire experience and I was just the happiest mom. It’s safe to say, she loved going to parks now. Hoping it’s a weekly thing, fingers crossed. 🤞🏻