I can’t believe how quickly these past weeks have gone. The first 10 days of recovery after the c section were a little rough, but after that the swelling went down and the pain decreased. S took 3 weeks off, which was great. My aunt was here for the first two weeks which was so helpful. Now, at nearly 6 weeks, I feel normal again.
Baby J is a very good baby. He rarely cries – just when he is hungry or wet or poopy. It is a completely different experience that with Birdie, who cried A LOT. ALL THE TIME. While he is easier in many ways, it has still been difficult, because I am nursing him all the time (or so it seems) and Birdie is missing having time with me. She has been so good with him, but having more tantrums in general. S puts her to bed now. I miss that time with her, but it is so good for them to have that connection. Breastfeeding has gone much better this time around. I got lactation consultants to help right away, but ended up using a nipple shield again. My milk supply is apparently good because he is gaining weight, and so far, things are going well. I am so thankful!
Here are some pictures:
Birdie meeting Baby J, just a few hours old
1 week old
Birdie, 2.5 years old
he and birdie are beautiful! thanks for the pictures!
By: katery on August 8, 2012
at 8:32 pm
love the pictures! It’s an adjustment that’s for sure
Hope you’re getting rest here and there
By: starsandbabies on August 8, 2012
at 10:32 pm
I love the pic of Birdie meeting the baby. It is so sweet.
Two kids still seems like a little more work than I’m ready to take on. Michael has moved into having more tantrums lately too, so I really feel for you dealing with those and the baby.
I love the pic of Birdie painting. I introduced water colors the other week to Michael and he loved them. He’s really into The Berenstain Bears lately, and loves to look at the pictures. I have been sharing with him that those pictures were made with water colors and he’s in awe. Perhaps it will inspire some creativity in him.
By: Amanda on August 9, 2012
at 1:46 pm
He is beautiful. And so is birdie
Such sweet photos. I’m glad BFing is going well so far. And S taking 3 weeks off? Awesome. A took 2 weeks when we had V, and it was a huge help. So I bet that was wonderful for you all!
By: Another Dreamer on August 11, 2012
at 4:07 am
love.
you’re doing a great job, mommy!!!
By: strongblonde on August 16, 2012
at 1:06 pm
Congratulations! Baby J is so beautiful. What a sweet, gorgeous family you have! I’m so happy for you guys!
By: iamstacey on August 28, 2012
at 3:02 am