Hello everyone!!
Well it’s been 2-3 days (depending on when you read this!) since we got home, and we’re all doing ok!
Visions of waking up in the middle of the night every hour, on the hour, have only partially come to fruition – mostly because of Mom’s ability, well non-ability, to swaddle correctly. Lincoln is too small for the standard velcro swaddles so we’re using hospital receiving blankets in the meantime. I’ll get there yet! ; )
Otherwise, baby is acclimating well to being at home, and us to having a child to take care of. My heart is so full. I never in a million years thought a love like this exists. I miss him when he’s sleeping, the scent of him makes my heart ache, and I could stare into his eyes forever – even when they’re teary eyed. Now I know why people say they want to have 100 babies!!
It’s not all fun and games, of course, and Dr. Google and Nurse YouTube have been a Godsend to look up everything from how to sponge bathe an infant to how to soothe the hiccups, but I’m really proud of the way we’re working as a team to take care of Lincoln. Ben, as I knew he would be, is an incredible Dad.
The first night home he was on monitor watch and happened to turn on an episode of The Office, which happened to be the one where Jim and Pam had their first baby. He rewound and recorded so he could show me in the morning as it was basically the exact same experience we had just gone through 48 hours before. I laughed until I nearly exploded. Oh, love it!
We’ve been very lucky to have some delicious meals delivered to us from friends and family. I have NEVER, let me emphasize this –Â ever –Â been a person who “forgets” to eat (you know those people – Mom and little brother, I’m looking at you!) but it’s just the last thing on my mind right now. Thank goodness for ready made Maid Rites (demolished…)
And Caprese Lasagna Rolls from Mom. So delish!
This morning we went out for our first walk as a fam. Up until today I had been outdoors exactly three times since we delivered last Friday morning, so I was more than ready for some fresh air. We covered him all up then took a quick zip around the block. It’s a hot one today!
I’ve so enjoyed taking this week off to be with my family, and I know you understand, but when you run a small business it’s hard taking time away. At the same time I am cherishing every second of having a newborn – I’ll never get these moments back. ALL that being said, this Friday I have a fun (well, I think it’s fun…) survey for you to take, with a $100 VISA Gift Card Giveaway as an incentive to take it. This is a great time to refocus and make sure IGE is going in the right direction in the future, and the survey has some questions about what you like about the site, what you’d like to see more of, etc. I do hope you’ll take it! In the meantime I’m hoping to get back on a regular posting schedule sometime next week.
At any rate, sorry this post is full of random thoughts and reflections – there are just so many things that are running through my mind right now! Feels good to write again though, so thank you for reading. : ) Talk to you soon!
Anne Weber-Falk 08.08.2013
Beautiful. It makes me feel that baby-love again. My children are 22, 18, and 12 but I still call them my babies. Congratulations to all of you. Will you or Ben leave work to be a stay at home parent?
Tiffany 08.08.2013
Congrats Kristen! He is so adorable. And I love the name Lincoln! Can’t wait to hear more about him. Enjoy every little minute, because it goes by way to fast :)
Emily 08.08.2013
What a beautiful baby you have! He really is gorgeous, and you look fantastic. There is something about those first few weeks with your firstborn…it is the hardest yet most incredible time. Life will never be the same, in the best possible way!
Jessica 08.08.2013
Congrats to you guys! My LO is 9 months and I agree that the love you experience is pretty darn amazing. Lincoln is a cutie pie, enjoy this mama!
Jess 08.08.2013
He’s adorable! Those first few days and weeks are a blur. I’m looking forward to entering the blur again, any time now! I’m due with our second, a baby boy, in 8 days.
Patsey Manning 08.08.2013
Congratulations! What a beautiful baby, what a lovely family!
Aisling @ Sunny Side Up 08.08.2013
Just so delighted for you both… enjoy every second… we’ll be here when you have time x
em@simplypresent 08.08.2013
He is so precious! I’ve considered naming my son (if I’m blessed with children one day) Lincoln.
I am practically tearing up by all of the sweet photos and words that you have written.
Many congratulations to you and your growing family!
ashley @ sunnysideshlee.com 08.08.2013
jim + pam foreva! love those two! glad to see you’re settling down! lincoln is adorable!
Tom T. 08.08.2013
I have a two year old at home and it seems like just yesterday we were bringing her home. We were scared 1st timers too. It is amazing how many people are there to help in those first months.
char eats greens 08.08.2013
Yay for getting out for a walk! I wish my girl was born in the summer, because when she arrived in November, we were basically hermits!! It’s noted in my mind for next baby (a 100 years from now haha).
Also, I’m NEVER one to forget meals also!!! But, having a baby totally makes it possible. I would just double up on the eating when I did have time though haha
Cari 08.08.2013
Congratulations IGE and IBE! He’s adorable. Enjoy these next few sleep-deprived crazy weeks as much as you can and remember to take care of yourself as well!
Carma 08.08.2013
Thank you for sharing your special time with the family. He has such lovely eyes and is such a sweet little one.
Lindsey 08.08.2013
Congrats to you and Ben! Lincoln is so precious. Seriously he is so cute. Cherish this time it all goes so fast! I love hearing all about lincoln and your experience, so thanks for sharing a little of your life with us! Make sure you sleep when baby does and give him lots of snuggles for all of us!
CARRIE 08.08.2013
Congrats! He’s adorable and you look fantastic! Try the woombie — great for babes that like the swaddle. They cant escape!
Kathy Brent 08.08.2013
Kristen, Lincoln is a beautiful baby! Congratulations to you and Ben! Your life has now completely changed, but only for the better, even when you are not getting any sleep. Thanks for sharing this new chapter in your wonderful life!
Melissa 08.08.2013
Love reading this and seeing you so happy in your new role as a mother. Lincoln is just precious. Enjoy your time!
Heather 08.08.2013
He is beautiful. You look great! I’m sure it was nice to get some fresh air. Enjoy the little guy.
ShaNae 08.08.2013
Lincoln is a very bright little guy. He is super cute, and you look absolutely wonderful with the new mom glow! My only will be 8 in 18 days, so treasure every moment and take lots of pictures, it goes by so fast! I didn’t believe my mom when she told me that, but it sure does. Congrats to you and Ben on your new addition.
The Many Thoughts of a Reader 08.08.2013
aww. I’m so glad everything is going so well. You look so happy! Glad he likes to be in his stroller. ;)