Wanting: to feel really, really content with the idea that my family is complete. I think I’m the type of person who will forever crave pregnancy, birth, and the newborn phase, so I’d like to be in a place where I am okay knowing Anders is my last.
Watching: The Killing. I had what maaaay have been a brief bout of mastitis last week (or a little bug? Not sure.) and I watched the whole first season in one day. Thank goodness for Steve being on break so I could just stay in bed with Anders and have him take care of things downstairs.
Listening: Roo Panes lately. Really good.
Eating: anything I can get my hands on. Eggs almost every morning, almond cake, burgers, apples. Last week at like 10 pm I was so hungry I almost cried. Steve brought me a McD’s burger and I ate it like it was manna from heaven. Nursing hunger is unlike any hunger for me.
Smelling: newborn heads, necks, breath. Repeat.
Wishing: My house would vacuum itself.
Enjoying: Watching Parker be so gentle and kind with Anders. Not that I didn’t think he was capable of it, but it surprises me nevertheless. Lindsey’s helpfulness. She’s been such a nice helper since Anders was born.
Loving: the above picture. Matching my boys?! Oh man. Will I be one of those Moms? Maybe. I’m not denying that it’s possible.
Hoping: the weather warms up a bit and I can get outside of the house with these boys. It’s -4 this morning, people.
Needing: this sweater for Anders. It is so cute.
Feeling: emotional, happy, sad, content, so grateful… the first few weeks after baby are such a wonderfully teary time for me. I keep whispering in Anders’ ear that I wanted him so badly and that I’m so glad he’s here. And then my eyes fill with tears.
Wearing: a soft white robe that’s perfect for holding a baby all day.
Bookmarking: this pot. I’ve heard some good reviews. Anyone have one?
We have that nordstrom's sweater and LOVE it. Grace practically lives in hers!
It's such a classic sweater. Love it.
Babies are so sweet! It's hard to think about anything else when you have one to smell. 🙂
The instant pot is amazing. We use it for everything. Boil a small chicken and then make soup out of it (or shredded chicken for tacos). Cook beets or other giant roots (rutabagas? turnips?) very fast and pretend you are not disorganized. quinoa, rice, etc. come out perfect. Dried beans without soaking in 30 minutes. I think this list is making me seem like I lack foresight. But buying the pot was kind of foresight, right??
Buying the pot absolutely WAS foresight. You're better than you think.
I keep making the mistake and follow your links to something you want to buy or have or need and end up with the urge to have it as well (the sweater is amazing) – I should know better..
Regarding your "wanting": I can totally understand that and wish you all the best for "getting" there.
nursing hunger is insane. I feel ya.
This post. The wine, children's books, newborns, nursing hunger and blistery cold weather (MN up in here). You are speaking my language. I look forward to these posts =) Soak up every bit of your handsome boy.
…and now I want another baby and another…and another. Love reading your blog x
Oh my gosh. Tell me about that nursing hunger. I feel like anytime I eat in front of anyone now, I need to fill them in on the fact that "YOU KNOW YOU'RE SUPPOSED TO EAT MORE WHEN YOU'RE NURSING THAN WHEN YOU'RE PREGNANT?" as a last ditch attempt to keep any judgment from me and my food.
Oh my goodness, The Killing – so amazing. Although I had to watch bright & sunny things afterwards, because all that rain & dreariness can really bring a sister down.
Loving: the super supportive hubs, & the matching pjs with bare feet 🙂
Bridget, I have three small boys, and after the birth of each one I have thought I simply will never stop wanting another newborn. I am destined to forever want a baby. However, I have found that those feelings have faded as my boys have gotten bigger. We decided that three was our number, and I am now really looking forward to moving beyond the "baby phase" of life. Our youngest is two, and I keep thinking of all the things I will be able to do soon: make dinner without anyone crying! Go for a hike and not have to carry anyone! Leave the house without thinking about who has to go the bathroom! Anyway, I understand that ache that comes with watching your newborn grow, but I hope you will find peace as he gets older. Congrats!
thank you so much for this comment–i've read it more than once. xo.
boo, my comment disappeared… totally agree on the breastfeeding HUNGER. it's totally insane. I made a lot pumpkin muffins which I found super easy to have on hand especially in the middle of the night.
and, that pot thing sounds amazing, especially during the week!
It sounds like this is a time that is so rich and full of emotion for you 🙂 Love that photo!
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