I guess it's time I get rid of my floating baby on my blog. He is almost 2 weeks old now--can you believe it? Miles already looks so much bigger and it's hard to believe how fast they change. Owen went back to California to work for his last 3 weeks before starting his residency. Lets just say I was a basketcase for days before he left. I really didn't want him to leave, he didn't want to leave, and I felt so bad that he would miss out on Miles first weeks of life. But I think I was more suffering from whacked out hormones from postpartum. I;m doing better now, and we're so excited to be back together as a family. We should be in Vegas with Owen shortly after the 4th of July if all goes to plan.
In the midst of my crying, I was telling Owen that I was kind of sad that I wasn't pregnant anymore. It's bitter sweet for me, because it's probably my last one, even though I think there is 1 more out there--Owen says no way, we're done! --with my bad labor experience it kind of freaked him out-he really thought I was going to die. He even started putting all our belongings away in the delivery room just in case they had to call a code and bring in the crash cart--i personally don't think i was that bad, but I think it traumatized him.
So I'm no longer in the club. Yes, I think when you are pregnant, you belong to this really cool club. You get more attention, random people talk to you, and you somehow bond with other expectant moms even if you don't know them. Not to mention your cute baby bump. And now, well I have an adorable newborn that is going to attract lots of attention, but I no longer have the cute baby bump and an excuse for being overweight. I actually have to get my butt to the gym and work off this flabby belly of mine. It's all good though. No more uncomfortable nights, no more heartburn, and I can actually bend over and pick stuff off the floor. I am excited for this new phase, but I can't help but feel somewhat sad that it's over--the whole experience of feeling him move and have hiccups inside me, and anticipating the delivery-which really is so exciting despite what you have to go through. I'm so glad he arrived safely and he's part of our family, I can't imagine life here without him!
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If it makes you feel any better, I am a COMPLETE mess for at least 2 weeks after every baby. I cry uncontrollably and cannot pull myself together for anything. I also know that let down of not being pregnant anymore. It is a cool club to be in.
Hey--let me take your kids for a day this week. My kids would love it, and I think yours would too! Think about it and I will call you tomorrow.
It was so good to see you. I thought you looked GREAT for just having a baby 10 days ago! For me- I'm always glad to get out of the club. Pregnancy doesn't suit me.
Great thoughts! I agree with the bittersweetness of moving on from pregnancy to having a newborn. But I've only had one, so what do I know! Congrats to you and your family!
I just like reading your thoughts. I'm so happy that you will soon be in Vegas all together in your own place. I can't wait to see how you like it, and where you move, etc!
Maybe I'll agree with you in a few weeks, but for now, I want nothing more than to be out of the club!!!
I can't believe he is two weeks already! I know what you mean about being pregnant. It is weird to not have a baby inside you when they grow there for 9 months! I am excited for you guys to be back together as a family. Good luck!
What a great reminder that pregnancy isn't all bad! After already gaining 35 lbs.(I know, yes, I have three and a half months to go- it really stinks) and feeling TOTALLY icky I will now try to appreciate the movement and the one time experience with this child.
I am glad the hormones are coming back together I am a BASKET CASE for weeks. Truly, unbelievable crazy.
Two weeks?! Where does the time go once they are born?! You have a lot going on with move and all I wish I could be there to take those cute kids of yours. Know my love is with you and I hope you are feeling well.
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