The past 4 days have been wonderful. After my girls arrived on Sunday, I've been staying here at the hospital with them, while Aaron went to work and took care of Hulk. It's kind of crazy, because with Hulk, I couldn't have been separated from Aaron for even an hour.... this time? I'm totally in control. I've been using the nursing staff when I need help, but I'd rather Aaron be with me at home when we don't have anyone to help. He slept here the first night, and after seeing how miserable he was on the pullout couch - and the fact that we had already decided to send the girls to the nursery each night - it just made more sense to have him at home in our bed.
Hulk has been on my mind - but another reason that I have Aaron going home is because I know he is happy with his Dad. Hulk loves my Aunt, of course, but more for play time - I'm sure it would have been weird to wake up in the morning and not see either of us!
The girls are just wonderful. They eat well, sleep well and cuddle perfectly. I've been spending the days feeding them, and then we spend and hour or so sleeping together in bed. I'm the luckiest woman in the world, and I can't wait to get home today and introduce them officially to Hulk. Hulk did come on Sunday - but I'm sure the whole thing was totally overwhelming for him, as I was still hooked up to my IV and everything.
As for me, I'm feeling SO much better than the last time. I'm sore, but totally able to get out of bed on my own (that is one reason Aaron couldn't leave - I seriously needed him to help me get out of bed). I've been walking around, caring for the girls (figuring out how to feed 2 at once!) and getting as much rest as possible. I think not laboring for 20 hours BEFORE the c-section is a big reason for the difference. I also just feel grounded and 'ok'. I don't feel nervous about anything. I feel grateful for my perfect girls, and confidant that I'm able to parent them.
For those of you worrying about a second - it's SO much better the second time around! You can do it!
Trust me, more pictures later. Right now, I'm packing up my bags and waiting for Dad to come and take us home. Oh - one last funny story. Aaron installed the girls carseats last night, and when he picked up Hulk at daycare - he said that Hulk was eyeing the seats VERY suspiciously. LOL.
6 comments:
Oh my goodness - your little girls are the sweetest and most adorable!!! I'm so very happy for you and glad to hear it's not as bad the 2nd time around!
Thanks for the reassurance on #2. I'm worrying a lot these days, and I only have one more on the way! Hooray for going home today. I hope that Hulk does well with his new little sisters.
congrats on your baby girls, can't wait to see what awesome things lie ahead for you and your new family! enjoy! cathy
Congratulations Cece and Aaron!! The girls are beautiful. How amazing to have now three kids!! You sound really great and wish you all the best with your growing family - enjoy! - Joanne Wallach Eaglet
Do keep us posted on how things are going after you settle in at home. I can't wait to see more girl pictures! Daughters -- does that sound funny to hear?
LURVE, LURVE and more LURVE!
Congratulations. I am so happy for you! Thank you for the reassurance of the second time around. Always looking forward to more updates....:) Take care!
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