6 weeks of being a Mom

I can't believe it's been 6 weeks since Sebastian's birth. He's already fitting into 3month clothes, yet is not a huge chunker or anything. Just growing rather quickly. In a lot of ways, Charlie's and my life has continued mostly the same...don't get me wrong, Sebastian did change things for us; but it hasn't been a huge radical change. Sure, sleep is lost and yes we aren't as free to make random plans on a dime without thinking how much we need regarding bottles and diapers. It's just been easy for us to make room in our life for such a sweet little guy and not be too overwhelmed all the time.

In my 6 weeks of being a Mom, I have discovered:

1.) Take the time to lean on those who offer help in the first couple of weeks, especially in the hospital. Rooming in is great, but getting enough rest while you are still in the hospital is key to making sure you have the strength to keep up with the little one at home.

2.) My husband was already pretty amazing, in my opinion; now I am convinced he's Superman.

3.) Moby wraps or Didymos wraps help keep you and baby happy and close together.

4.) Even in just a onesie, carseats do not breathe well and baby gets super sweaty and miserable.

5.) Baby nails are soft to cut but lethal when not kept trimmed.

6.) Cloth diapering is easier than everyone thinks.

7.) Despite the weeks of fatigue and stress, the first smile you get from him makes it all worth it and makes you forget everything else.

8.) Making time for just my husband and I is a challenge, but as it is the most important relationship, it's more than worth it. Our son will learn about relationships from observing us and we want him to see love and commitment at it's best.

9.) Baby's grow super quick. Cherish.

10.) No matter which one of us he looks like, he's got the best of both us...and unfortunately, our stubbornness.

11.) Bedtime is a battle cause he is still adjusting...but at least we can say that not matter what, our son was a fighter from day one. Hopefully he will always fight for what he wants, so long as he picks the right thing to fight for. ;)

12.) No matter how independent you are, those first few days are tough without your parents. You want them there in that special moment.

All in all, I am loving motherhood. In the last few weeks before his birth I worried endlessly about the type of mom I would be. Or how I would adjust to being a stay-at-home mom since I have been working since I was 15. I am still trying to find my balance with Sebastian, and him with I. There's progress and like I said in number 7...his smile, rare as it is, makes it all worth it. I love watching him grow and discover new things each day. Charlie is an amazing Dad...completely hands-on and it shows when Sebastian sees him after work, he lights up a bit. I love my guys and they love me.

It's a good, good life. :)