Just over 2 weeks, and I have a cold. Oy vey. Rex is still a relatively good baby, but the last couple of nights have been a tad more challenging. Dying for a mid-morning snooze and just got him to nod off in the vibey chair.
I am feeling well enough now, though, to be bummed about my body. But I keep telling myself it’s just over two weeks. I should give it a month or two before I really kick in with the self-loathing.
I did the repeat-effect picture to represent what I believe is the hallmark of new motherhood, “The Groundhog Day Effect.” It ‘s the same thing, everyday.
My neighbors and friends have been so nice to me that it’ s made a big difference in any baby blues that could occur. Bringing a gift for Viv and Rex, having a cup of tea, or bringing me a sandwich. Breaking that isolated-mommy feeling does as much for me as if I had a flat stomach… Okay, maybe almost as good.
We are here, we are here, we are here! Okay so I read to much Dr. Suess. Since I can’t actually stop by with coffee and since I don’t know you that’s probably better anyway, but instead I will send my nanny, house cleaner, chef and massage therapist.
They will be there around 2pm.
Hope it helps.
Trisha
Oh, I’d forgotten about the endless cycle of diapers and feeding and burping (do it right, or suffer later). How are his poops?
good little mustard blasts! lot of them. my breasts are about to explode, gotta go.
Bless your heart! You’ll turn around and he’ll nurse that weight off in no time. I know with my first I was so distracted by the ‘melons’ on my chest, I literally couldn’t see my tummy. I was shocked I had lost weight at my 6 week check-up. Remember…sleep, nod off, catnap when you can. With my last one, my older 2 who are teens would find me sitting on the couch, head lolled over, babe in arms and try to ‘help’ me by waking me. I finally got the message across that when mommy’s napping, no matter the position, leave me be. I know it’s harder with the 3 year old, having one myself right now, but don’t feel guilty if you inlist the help of a Disney Princess or 2 or the Wonder Pets.
Congrats on your wee bairn!
Daphne, I feel ya. I actually had my son, Connor on the same day you had Rex. With being up three and four times a night with feedings and taking naps during the day, I can’t even keep track of what day it is. What does it matter? They’re all the same.
This is my first. So the newness and excitement still keeps it fun. But I’m getting out for happy hour tonight and couldn’t be more thrilled. Sure, it’s only for an hour. But there will be martinis! And adult conversation! In public! And I won’t be wearing slippers!
You should try and get out too. Let me know how it goes.