I am one week away D-day. If I don't go into labor on my own, which, I never have, I will get induced on Friday the 24th. I have very mixed feelings about this. Like all moms. I want this thing out of my body and to have my body back and be comfortable again. But I'm scared to death about all that comes after. It's been so long since I've had a baby I don't even remember what to do. I haven't changed a diaper in like 2 1/2 years, let alone get up with a baby in the night. If it were just about taking care of the baby, I think I could handle it. But I've never had to balance older children with taking care of a baby before. Some things will be easier: no toddlers to worry about, older kids to help hold the baby and possibly change diapers (am I dreaming here?). But how do I stay on top of all the elementary school junk, home work, soccer practice, gymnastics, my YW calling, house work, etc. AND take care of the baby? I can barely handle that stuff as it is, let alone do it while making sure a baby is breastfed, has a nap, and a clean diaper. I'm terrified to say the least.
But I know others have found a way to do it, so I guess I will too. In the meantime, pray for me. And as my parting gift before I slip into baby prison, as my friend Nanci calls it when she's stuck at home with sick kids, below are recaps of the last 6 months or so, if you are interested.
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baby prison!! haha. sad, but so true. and all i can say is yes - be afraid, be very afraid. :) ha. #4 has definitely been a challenge for me. though a lot of that has been having a 2.5 year old who is very used to being the center of attention. but i'm surviving, and you will too. and my older boys have actually been very helpful. and i'm in love with my chubby little stud. good luck!
That was fun to catch up with you, and I LOVE wherever you took that picture of your daughter in front of a black dresser, is that your house?? It's gorgeous! So good luck with the baby, maybe he will be super easy for you and content to sit in his carseat while you run your girls to all their activities!
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