dropping in quickly to say hello

sunnygirl05

Today is our first full day home.  The day started off crazy to say the least. We had to take Dylan to his first well visit and we took Justin with us. Getting two ready was quite the experience.  And the baby was screaming when we put him in the carseat so we had to take him out, calm him down and try it again.  Not to mention he's pooping like crazy and literally poops as I'm changing his diaper.  The Dr. said this was good though.  

We are really enjoying Dylan but boy is it busy with two babies!!  And this is even with my husband home. I am already terrified of him going back to work.  It's really hard having an 18 month old and a newborn because Justin is still so dependent on us.  Justin is SO SO good with the baby though and gives him kisses constantly.  I think the fact that he's so young is helping with the jealousy.  

The hardest part I think for me is feeling a little guilty about having to change things with Justin.  What was once our routine with him of course has to be adjusted.  Last night I started crying before my usual time of putting Justin to bed.  I felt so overwhelmed and had tears rolling down my face as I rocked him to sleep.  I just don't want anything taken away from him.  I'm sure I am just overly emotional right now and once we get in a routine all will be good.  And although the breast feeding is going well with Dylan, like last time it's really painful for me.  I hope this gets better!!  We'll see how it goes.

As far as my labor.  I started having contractions Saturday night.  I timed them and they were pretty close together.  I got in a quick shower and called the Dr.  They sent me in and I was admitted.  I had a really hard time with the contractions before the epidural.  I actually almost missed my time for getting one.  I was freaking out about that as I was in so much pain but luckily it all worked out.  The baby's heart rate kept dropping and I had to get in some crazy positions to bring it up.  Doing this was so difficult because the pain was so bad.  The Dr. thought they'd have to use a vacuum to get the baby out quickly but the heart rate stabilized and so this was not needed.  I then got my epidural which was HEAVEN!!!!  We waited about two hours for the baby's head to come down and then I started pushing.  I literally pushed about 5 times and Dylan was born.  It was crazy how fast it happened.  With Justin I pushed for 3 1/2 hours and felt quite a bit as my epidural had worn off.  I also only needed one stich and barely feel like I've gone through labor.

Sorry so long....guess I didn't "drop in quickly to say hello!"  My DH took Justin to my in-laws so he could finish our last minute shopping so it's just me and Dylan.  He's been sleeping quite a bit today so I was able to get a ton done around here.  That's another thing....it's really hard to keep up with household stuff with two.  I am really going to have to learn to just let some things go.  

NikCole

Glad to hear things are going well. I'm sure you will adjust w/ the 2 boys in no time. It proabably doesn't help that things are so crazy with the holidays too!

Post a picture when you can! 

Telyco

Glad to hear things went well - and pretty fast!! I'm already having those feelings with Evan when he needs some cuddle time. I hope he doesn't feel pushed aside once another baby gets here!! But I do think you are right in that them being so young helps a lot.

I hope you have a great holiday with your new family of four!! I bet it's wonderful having everyone together! : )

orangeluck

Glad everyone is doing well

It sounds like Justin is a great big brother to Dylan

jewelsonu

hi ! Congrats again.

MarcyIam

First - cograts!  second - congrats on being able to handle both of your little guys - that's quite the accomplishment, mama!

octoberbridesrule

Big Congrats to you!

MelissaSue81

Congrats! Post pics when you get a chance! Does Dylan look like Justin? Good luck with everything. Take it easy.. The housework can wait!

mrsoc

Congratulations and yes, the housework can wait!  Enjoy your 2 boys!

skroops

Good to hear from you.   I'm sure you will get into a routine with the two of them before you know it.  Good luck and enjoy your first holiday season as a family of four!

mrobin73

So glad to hear everything went so well (and fast, and relatively easy.) I'm sure the 4 of you will have a routine soon, and the holidays isn't the best time to be throwing a new routine in, so your feelings are totally understandable. You just want both your boys to know how much they are loved. Have a great Christmas!