So, I never knew how much I enjoyed the Internet until I didn't have it for a few weeks. I feel so out of the loop and need some catch up time.
Updates...
My sweet Jackson is a big baby now. We saw baby Owen yesterday, and my baby didn't feel so little anymore! He's growing everyday and is showing so much personality now. He loves to coo, gurgle, and "talk" to me...and smiles strategically (be afraid, I know). He likes to mimic facial expressions and is desperately trying to laugh...he's almost there! He's eating well, even preferring to nurse at times though I don't rely on that exclusively b/c my production isn't matching what he's eating at a given feeding. It's all good though...even though pumping is hard work, it's the best of both worlds for us right now - I get to give my baby enough food, and I get to nurse him and reap the rewards of that sweet time and nutrition. He's sleeping well...even pulling 5 or 6 hour stretches at night on occasion. I've been told that once he weighs a bit more, he'll sleep through the night. I can't lie...I'm looking forward to that; BUT, the 3am feedings are all mine, and I get to be with my little man when no one else is around - I adore those times. I'm soaking them all in and treasuring those moments (once I get over the tiredness of being up in the first place, of course). Jackson LOVES baths. Andrew says he's like his daddy...a water man. Andrew can't wait to take him fishing. That terrifies me, but whatever. I put him in a newborn sleeper last night and decided it would be the last time he wore it...for the first time, I've had to put away things that are too small for him. That's a defining moment...and a scary one. I know everyone tells you how fast they grow, but seriously? It's like lightning speed!
Payton is still adjusting to being a big sister. The poor girl has to adjust to life in two different households (and sometimes more) as it is...having a baby brother on top of that has been a challenge for a girl who has been the center of many worlds for almost 5 years. She'll get it...it's just taking lots of patience from us and some maturity from her. When we get time to take her to the pool, VBS...you know structured outings, she's great. She's definitely a proud big sister - she announces her baby brother's presence everywhere she goes. We have her a lot this summer, so it should get easier for all of us, and we're looking forward to taking her to VBS in June and Tybee in July. She starts Kindergarten in the fall and can take showers by herself. What a big girl!
I'm feeling great! Besides being tired, I'm learning to do things around the house with only one arm/hand...getting showers when I can. It means that my house is messier than ever, but I love being a Mom and wouldn't trade this life for anything. :) I started teaching again at the gym last week. The fabulous thing about teaching Centergy is that it's low impact and won't negatively impact my milk production (like intense cardio sometimes can), but it makes me feel great...and hopefully, it'll help me get back into my clothes soon-ish. I'm not worried about getting back to my pre-pregnancy size/shape, but being able to wear my clothes would be nice.
The new house is wonderful...so much more spacious than what we were used to. It'll take us a while to furnish it and decorate it, but we love the space!! Payton loves the pool, so that's a definite plus.
I guess that's a decent reader's digest version of updates for now...I'll post pictures as soon as possible...maybe today. :)
yay! glad you're back. i need to update my blog but i have been so BUSY at work. its nuts!
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