It’s my two month birthday, y’all!
Well, almost. ; ) Tomorrow actually marks the big milestone for my baby boy whom I’ve spent nearly every waking moment with since the day he was born. Lincoln brings me so much joy. At least once a day I lean down, smell the top of his head, and think, Oh my gosh, I have a baby. I. Have. A. BABY! It’s still very surreal.
Over the past two months I’ve laughed, cried, yawned, and laughed some more – this child is seriously a comedian in the making (just like his Dad!) I know every parent thinks their child hung the moon and we’re no different. Every funny, cute, and silly face Lincoln makes melts our hearts.
Don’t get me wrong, this has also been the most challenging two months of my entire life. It’s been tiring, stressful, and down right HARD (and did I mention tiring?) but the good has outweighed the difficult. With a face like this, how could I not feel like the luckiest lady in the world?
Here’s what else is on my mommy mind (a concept snagged from my fab sister-in-law!)
* I look back at my 10 Things Nobody Told Me About Having a Newborn post and giggle a little. Wow, I was definitely still riding the hormone roller coaster when I wrote that! Meals are hot again, laundry has lessened, and the back has toughened up, but yes, I’m still sweating. Profusely.
* I have professed my lack of patience here on the blog many times, but having a baby has really given me a crash course in the virtue – quick! Two month old babies can’t be reasoned with or rushed, nor do they deserve to, so there’s been no choice but to submit and freaking relax.
* When I was pregnant I stressed out wondering if I’d be able to read my baby’s cues. How would I be able to tell the difference between a hungry cry, and a sleepy wail? The good news is, you just know. Luckily Lincoln doesn’t usually fuss for no reason, so it’s been pretty easy to learn what he wants, and when.
* I’m so grateful to have my parents in town who jump at the chance to watch Lincoln for a few hours when Ben and I want to catch a quick dinner out, or need to run a few errands solo. I didn’t grow up near any of my Grandparents, so I’m glad that L will get to know them from the start.
* Weekends are my favorite not only because Ben is home, but because I can shower. Truly shower. Long, glorious showers!
* Before Lincoln, I looked at pregnant women with envy. When I was pregnant, I looked at women with babies and became impatient. Now when I see parents with their toddlers I can’t wait to get there. Told you I have a patience problem! I’m not wishing away a SECOND of my snuggly infant time, but I’m excited for him to start holding his head up so that we can roughhouse a little.
* Being a work at home mom is incredibly difficult but I’m eternally grateful that I get to stay home with Lincoln all day, for now anyway. That’s why I shot for a career in full-time blogging/freelance writing with a flexible schedule, over a more traditional 9-5 job. I work during his naps and on the weekends.
* I find it comforting yet sad that everything we’re experiencing right now is temporary. It’s nice to know that someday in the future Ben and I won’t be waking up in the middle of the night for feedings, for instance, but sad knowing that in order to get there Lincoln has to grow up. All his newborn clothes have been packed away, and I teared up folding them remembering how impossibly tiny he was to fit into them. It’s weird knowing that he will never, ever be that small again. Sigh…
* Ben is a wonderful co-parent. I’ve been pumping since the hospital so he’s been able to feed Lincoln around 1 or 2am every night. Right now Lincoln’s occasionally sleeping through this feeding until 3 or 4am (6 hour sleep stretches – hallelujah!) so I just pick up there, but it’s nice knowing I have a partner who’s willing to do anything I’d do myself. Everything is 50/50 yet nobody’s keeping score.
* That being said, single parents are the real super heroes in this world. I panic at the thought of Ben going out of town for work for one night.
* THIS:
* And finally, my baby gives the best kisses/face mashes. What a flirt. ; )
Thanks, as always, for reading along on this crazy adventure called parenthood!
heather 09.26.2013
It’s wonderful to read something so personal(well, it is) and eloquent. Your family seem incredibly content. God bless you all. <3
heather 09.26.2013
Damnit…seemS* LOL.
Amy 09.26.2013
Hi Kristin! I just had my first baby in April…isn’t it amazing? Don’t know if someone pointed this out when you did last months post but babies aren’t “2 months” at 8 weeks. They turn months on the day they were born. So if he was born August 2 he will be 2 months on October 2. Not tomorrow. Eventually you lose count of the weeks anyway!
He’s a cutie and they just get more and more fun the bigger they get. I am like you and can’t wait to see what my daughter will be like as a toddler, but don’t want the baby stage to end! Goes by so fast!!
Esther Sam 09.26.2013
I’ve been reading your blog for a while and love it! I’m so happy for you and your husband and your new little boy. My husband and I just had our first baby boy 10 days ago! He certainly is a joy. And you are right it is HARD. Who knew loss of sleep could be so difficult. My favorite thing is having my husband near by to help out and feed the baby (I’ve been pumping as well). He is such a help and I couldn’t do it with out him. Thanks for sharing!!!
Molly 09.26.2013
the temporary-ness of it gets to me too. and mine are 9,5 and 1. every summer i think they will never be these ages again. it all just goes too fast. you really have to soak it all in and just enjoy every moment.
also we have been friends with lincoln’s uncle brandon for a long time. actually we feel like we broke him in as an uncle and my girls just love him!! i was telling my oldest that brandon is a real uncle now and she said well….he is still my pretend uncle right? :)
Brooke 09.26.2013
Congratulations on making it through the first 2 months! It just keeps getting better, especially when you have such a handsome little guy to cuddle with.
lindsey 09.26.2013
Babies are such heartbreakers because they’re always getting older! I have an almost 6 month old little lady and every single day I feel a hint of regret that she HAS to get older because I just want her to stay small and sweet and need me!! (But then I realize we mothers would die and burn out being needed that way for the rest of our lives!) that’s why I don’t mind letting her fall asleep in my arms and rocking her to sleep everyday because she’s not gonna let me do that forever! Enjoy your sweet little man, he is so precious!!
Sara 09.26.2013
BA! My baby Lincoln also has that same giraffe binky and that same look…”You better not even THINK about taking this thing away from me!” :) So sweet.
Katie C. 09.26.2013
He’s adorable and you seem to be relaxing into motherhood nicely! For me, the first 3 months were the most difficult and after that I really seemed to get into the groove (probably because I was getting a consistent 6 hours of sleep each night)! Enjoy your little guy!!
FitBritt@MyOwnBalance 09.26.2013
Oh my gosh. Can your baby be any cuter? No, don’t think it’s possible. Especially with the face kisses. What an adorable little guy!!! Glad to hear things are going so well for you guys!
Mandy @ Eat Pray Grow 09.26.2013
I’d love to read more of your thoughts on being a work-at-home mom – because I’ll be there in about 4 months! Like you, I chose this field (writing/graphic design) with the intention of having a flexible schedule so I don’t have to choose between kiddos and the work I love. That being said, I’m a little nervous going into it, I have no idea what to expect! I was so amazed to see how soon you were back in the game :)
Jen 09.26.2013
Lincoln is so cute! I’ll probably tell you that in every comment :)
It’s kinda hard with the patience and being a new parent. I totally understand how you feel, I feel that way too. I think things ‘man, you’re cool now but it will be so cool when you’re walking & we can really enjoy places like a petting farm and dance parties in the living room’!
Donna 09.26.2013
Not to “help” with your patience “problem”, but they really do just get funnier as they get older. My little girl is now 18 months but when she turned 9 months, that’s when all of a sudden I looked around and said “this is a LOT of fun!” (That infant stage is sweet but HARDDDDD!). And don’t even get me started on the holidays. You are in for one better than you can ever imagine;). Oh-and you will NEVER not cry putting their clothes away. I do it every time:). The only solace is she usually has a wardrobe of equally adorable clothes waiting;). LOVEEE your blog & all you share with us about your little heartbreaker!!
Kathleen 09.26.2013
I remember wondering if I would be able to tell what the different cries meant and all of the other thoughts that run through your mind while you are pregnant……I figured it out (twice) and I now have an 8 year old and a 3 year old and wonder where on earth the time has gone ! Enjoy…once they start talking they don’t stop ! LOL
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Linda 09.26.2013
For all those new mothers, or soon-to-be mothers do not worry if you are not able to differentiate between your babies cries. I had a hard time with knowing what cry meant what for my first born and we both made it through just fine. He was 2 months premie with bad gas, I could not read his cries and today he is a healthy 10-year-old and I can differentiate between his moods now.
Becky 09.26.2013
I so enjoy reading these posts because I have a 2 month old as well. Everything you have said couldn’t be more true!
Emily @ Perfection Isn't Happy 09.26.2013
His facial expressions are the best! It’s so cute that he’s so expressive!
Madeline @ Food Fitness and Family 09.26.2013
The best thing about being a mom is that when you think it can’t get any better … it does! Each stage of babyhood is amazing. Enjoy it :)
Racheal @ Running with Racheal 09.26.2013
What a handsome little stud muffin you have! One thing I have noticed after 9 months of writing about my daughter is that everything changes – so freaking fast. One month I will write that she isn’t fussy and that she is sleeping through the night. The next month will be barely readable because I haven’t had any sleep. Ha!
Keep up the great work, Momma!
Runner Girl Eats 09.26.2013
L could not be any cuter :) Happy 2 month birthday!!!