I am surprised at how well the family has adjusted to having Arianna join us.
The girls want to constantly touch, hold, "pet" or caress her. The argument is over whose turn it is to hold her. When I say something like, "She is ours forever. Just wait your turn." The response I get is, "But, she won't be a baby forever!!" *Sigh.* They love her - sometimes just a little to much. Today Josh said they were "loving her to death." I could definitely see what he was talking about!
As you know, I have worried about Brendon. He LOVES "his" baby. If he sees me without her he has to ask me, "Where is my baby?" If I tell him she is in bed asleep he runs to the bassinet to make sure she is there and alright. I love how he says her name. I don't even know how to type to try to duplicate it, but if you ever get a chance, ask him what her name is. I think it will be great when the girls go back to school next week and it is just time with him and the baby.
Daddy is amazing. Even yesterday on his birthday he was taking care of me, the kids and the household. I can't tell you how much I love that man!! He is always right here to help, support and encourage me.
I am recouperating. This third C-section has kicked my hind end a little. A lot of pain muscularly (I guess that is to be expected when they were carrying around over 9lbs of baby, right?), but pain on the actual incision itself too. I did get to come home late Friday. My doctor was surprised that I didn't want to stay through Sunday. I just wanted to be with my family. It was a good choice!! Lexi was so emotional to have us both home that night. I am still adjusting to the severe lack of sleep! 2 hours in one night is just not working for me - especially when I don't take a nap during the day to help offset that. It proves to be an emotional day the following day. Last night I had about 5 hours and I got a nap in today so it is a fabulous day! So much better than yesterday!!!! Nursing is coming along too. It is only the latching on part that is still a struggle. Other than that toe curling pain that lasts only a brief moment - I am ENJOYING it so much. With the nightmare history I have had with nursing I didn't know that it would be possible. I am so glad I made the decision to do this. And can I say - God Bless whoever invented the breast pump!!!
My favorite line so far with being home - Last night was Family Home Evening. I brought Arianna in to the family room and let everyone know we were ready to start. Lexi looked at me and said, "What is she doing here?" I just looked at Josh, mostly shocked, but at a little loss for words. He gently reminded Lexi that Arianna is part of our family and should be with us for family home evening! Crazy girl!
And it came to Pass... The thoughts, events and craziness of our family
6 comments:
Trish--I second your breast pump comment. I am exclusively pumping due to latching problems that never went away--It has proved a little inconvient with trying to keep to a pumping schedule with the kids, and the house, and the everything else, but at least I am able to give Liv what she needs. With that said, I formula fed my other three and they turned out fine :)
I am glad you are home and adjusting. I am just now, 5 weeks later, starting to feel "normal." The lack of sleep is DEFINITELY the worst part. With other kids, a nap is just not happening for me, either. And, yes, we do need to get together sometime and catch up. I miss you, too :)
I love Lexi's comment. It's funny how sometimes kids miss the bigger picture. I hope mine adjust just as well.
I am so glad the kids are all adjusting soo well. That is what comes from great parents who have prepared the kids and still keep them involved. COngrats.
Congratulations Trish! I am glad to hear that all is going well for your beautiful family. Enjoy those sweet moments. I can't believe the girls go back to school next week! Are they in year round school?
I'm glad things are going well for you guys. I always hated staying in the hospital, being at home with the family and establishing normalcy helps so much. You guys are such a great family!
Vicki
I can't wait to see her.... It sounds like things are going well, you are amazing! If you need a break when the kids go back to school we would love to have brenden over to play! Just so you know if you get to where you really need a few hours just have josh bring him by on his way to work we will be home all week in the morning:)
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