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Adjusting to my new role...

April 1st, 2012 at 04:14 pm

My baby is girl is 16 days old now.

Before she was born people told me how much time she would take up and I honestly thought they were exaggerating, but they weren't. It's the little things like leaving the house - it takes us ages to get ready before we can even go anywhere. Then we leave, thinking we're organised, only to have to come back to get something for her. Once we're out things don't move any quicker either, I've lost count of the amount of people that stop to have a look at her and ask about her.

But I'm not complaining.

Hubby went back to work today, his two weeks paternity leave is officially over. I wish he could have stayed home with me forever.

I haven't been financially focused at all these past few weeks. We used the credit card yesterday to buy a few things for baby that we needed - hubby reasoned that we need them before payday, and we'll pay it back. One of the things we bought was a baby carrier, which I love using. Also we bought a canopy for the pram now that the nicer weather is coming in.

Baby S is sleeping while I write this, otherwise I doubt I would have managed to update. I know my mum is here but I'm trying not to ask for help unless I absolutely need it.

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9 Responses to “Adjusting to my new role...”

  1. NJDebbie Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 04:49 pm 1333298941
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    OMG, I'm sorry I missed the post announcing the birth of your baby girl! I love her name and I'm sure she is adorable. Congrats to you and your hubby!

  2. ceejay74 Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 05:22 pm 1333300960
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    Oh, how I remember those days! Preparations for a quick stroll around the block would end with me in tears! LOL. And now they're upon us again, though hopefully not recovering from C-section surgery this time, I will be a bit more resilient.

    I found things got a bit easier by the end of 2 months, and kept getting gradually easier since then. Hang in there -- although these are joyful, emotional days, they are among the least fun you'll have with your daughter. Smile

  3. Looking Forward Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 05:42 pm 1333302173
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    Oh yes we've all been there! It gets so much easier as time goes by. I'll second CeeJay, by 8-9 weeks you'll be much more in the grove. Plus, baby will have a more predictable routine and sleep more at night. Smile

  4. rob62521 Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 07:13 pm 1333307585
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    Congrats on that new baby!

  5. snafu Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 07:34 pm 1333308899
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    Congratulations, wonderful to have a healthy baby girl with no complications. I too advise, anytime baby sleeps, you too get your head down and snooze as much as possible. All moms will agree the 1st two or 3 months are difficult because you are on a huge learning curve. Do I dare say it get difficult again in the terrible threes when their favorite word is NO!

    While you likely dislike routines, they help keep you focused on tasks that are truly necessary. It's shocking how much laundry is generated by a tiny babe. Perhaps you and your mom could work out sharing baby time and chores. If you prefer cooking, perhaps mom could prep for example. I know DH has returned to work but he still needs bonding time with precious Sophie and there are always repairs, financial tracking and household jobs to be done.

    Does UK give 50 week maternity leave like Canada?

  6. LuckyRobin Says:
    April 1st, 2012 at 11:48 pm 1333324117
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    Don't worry, the disorganization only last 22 years! Honestly, take advantage of your mother while she is there. That is why she is there. She wants to help. I was real hesitant when having my first to let her help, but by the second I was like, laundry, dishes, kitchen floor and could you mow the lawn, okay, thanks. LOL Don't worry about taking advantage. This is the one time in your life when you should!

  7. SicilyYoder Says:
    April 2nd, 2012 at 12:07 am 1333325234
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    My granddaughter is almost 7 months. My baby girls are 19, 20, and 18. They are my nieces, but I was foster momma for seven years.

  8. Campfrugal Says:
    April 2nd, 2012 at 12:07 pm 1333368471
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    Congratulations on our new addition.

  9. Jerry Says:
    April 15th, 2012 at 03:35 pm 1334504136
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    Congratulations again! Yes, a new baby leads to a TON of adjustments, but as the other parents on here will attest, you have some insurance that the benefits outweigh the wild fluctuations in your life. Enjoy this time with her as a little bundle... before you know it she will be running around and making tons of noise! Good luck with everything.
    Jerry

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