I worried about how I would do with three children, instead of two. I am doing it. Just doing it. It happens, it all falls together. It is hard, I won't lie, but it happens. It works.
I worried about his appetite and tummy troubles and what I was eating that wasn't settling in his tummy. We worked that out too. He is good, he is gaining and he eats like a champ. I have bouts of feeling like a failure, for not breast feeding any more. I know I shouldn't, but I do. And, I miss it terribly. But, he is good. He is doing good on formula. I just miss that bond, that specific bond. And that it was my last chance to breast feed.
I worried about how the other kids would be with a new brother. They love him. They spoil him. They love to help and hold and feed and love on him. They are great. They too keep me going and so very content in my heart. Ryker is so lucky to have them as his family.
I worried about Matt and fatherhood for him. Not that he couldn't do it, just simple worry. He is great. He is the best. He and Ryker are so very close and he is my hero for that. He has a calm about him. The patience I don't always have and Ryker is one of the best things to happen for Matt. And for me.
All this past worry aside. This past 8 weeks has flown by and I really just can't believe it. He is getting so big, starting to smile, starting to coo. If you put him on his belly for tummy time, he flips himself over. Not on purpose, just being top heavy, but it is so cute. In fact, tonight was the first time he did that. He is so strong and so perfect.
I patiently await our future with Ryker. For me, for our family, for everyone. He is so special. I love him more than any words could tell you. I love him more than even I know.
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so sweet. we can all relate. i know what you mean about the breastfeeding. with both mike and nya my milk just dried up overnight at three months. i was so sad about that but then i started thanking the lord that there is such a thing as formula so that my babies wouldn't starve. you are such a good mommy. don't you worry yourself. love you!
He is so beautiful. I worried about going to 2 and about John being a father as well. Its amazing how it all works out! Ryker is beautiful!
He's amazing, you're amazing, your kids and your husband are amazing. I'm proud of the great job you're doing!
Oh, that little yawn is so so so adorable!
I can't believe it's been 8 weeks either. You are doing a great job.
Oh my goodness, has it been 8 weeks already?! You know I had my own troubles with breastfeeding. If you ever want to talk, I'm here. But you're doing a great job, and I'm so happy he's doing well!
Happy 2 months Ryker! He is so precious and edible.
I'm glad things are going a bit more smoothly for you, my biggest fear is the transition time as well.
I love those little feet! You're doing great and your babies are so blessed to have you as a mama.
hello stranger! we want to hear about halloween! miss you!
Was thinking about you this morning.
Dude we miss you.
Hey lady, just checking in on you. I miss ya you know!!!!!!!!!!
He's precious!!
You are very lucky to have such a big family. I hope to have 3 myself one day. One down...2 to go :)
I just sat down tonight to look into the "mom" blogs. I've never spent any time doing this before...most of them I just skimmed and found nothing of interest...but yours got me! I read the whole thing from now through the birth story. I love the way you write so honestly and just what you feel. Thank you for that! I have two children, 3 and 8 months...and my parents are older too. I feel like I can relate. You made me cry....a good cry. :)
Look at how perfect those little lips are.
I know, that sounds strange.
But it's been 4 years since Mr Bump looked like that and I just forgot how delicate their lips are when they're so new. :)
Congrats on a beautiful bundle. He's gorgeous.
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