Well, Eva definitely came in with a Bang on the 4th of July. She had to create as much drama during labor as she did during the pregnancy. It was definitely an interesting labor process! Mommy is recovering nicely though. The first week was hard to walk around and get in and out of bed but I am feeling much better now.
Eva and I are slowly figuring each other out. Breastfeeding was easy in the hospital with so much help but became difficult once we got home. We seemed to have established a rhythm though and even though her signs can sometimes be difficult to interpret, I think we are figuring each other out. The sleep thing will be my next challenge, for me not her, though her sleep pattern seems to change daily.
Eva already has some nicknames, Eric and I already call her Drama Queen, Fuss Bucket, and Baby Cakes.
Thanks to everyone for the emails, cards, gifts, and flowers. Once I figure out how to do other things besides take care of Eva, I will be sure to get my thank you notes out (as well as more photos on this blog!).
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Yay - I am so glad to hear that you're doing well. I was worried about both of you (you and Eva). Call me anytime with questions or concerns about breastfeeding. With 2.5 years experience under my belt/bra I plan to become a lactation consultant some day :-)
ReplyDeleteBe sure to nap every time Eva naps. I didn't follow this sage advice and found myself nearing burnout many times. Most importantly enjoy your maternity leave and don't sweat the small stuff.
Love,
Lisa
We used to call Joseph "Professor Fusser Pants" :)
ReplyDeleteNursing is hard. Do the best you can and be proud of every second you are able to do so :)
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