Well, the first week went by in a FLASH! That was seriously the fastest week of my life, one minute it was Monday and I was going to the hospital, the next it was Friday and we were entering the weekend...is this something that happens to all people who have more than one kid, or just a newborn?! I always love to hear about other people's birth stories. I don't know why, I just find it so interesting to hear how it all went down. I also want to hear the good, the bad, the ugly, and all the details going on in a new parent's life- I'm a realist- a connector- I just like to hear the real behind the scenes details to life. So- I share mine with you...
I had an induction scheduled on Monday morning, March 8th. I called at 6 am to see if they had room for me and they did not. Weirdly, I was so peaceful on Monday. I had prayed fervently that God would give me peace about the induction since it was not the way I had Scarlett and I was having second thoughts. God reassured me with a peace only he could have given me on Monday and after I got off the phone with the hospital, I went back to sleep! The hospital called me back at 8:00 and asked if I could be there by 9. We packed up everything in the car, dropped Scarlett off with Angie ( who took great care of her!) and then drove to Texas Women's Hospital. We checked in, got in a room, and immediately began the process. I felt a little wierd going to the hospital, showing up, and thinking "I'm about to have a baby". I was dilated to a 3 when I arrived, and had already been having contractions. They began the pitocin drip at around 10:00. By 12:00 the baby's heart rate began to drop, so the nurse asked me to turn on my side to relieve the baby. I did and nothing happened, so I turned on the other side and still nothing happened! She checked my cervix and I was dilated to a 9! WOW! She called my doctor ASAP and 4 pushes later Carter arrived at 1:09 pm. It was beautiful! I could still feel enough pressure to push, but no pain. It was such a different experience from Scarlett's birth ( 3 hours of pushing, AND she was turned wrong, and it ended in a vacuum suction). The nurse let Bryan cut the cord, and placed Carter on my chest. It was an irreplaceable moment and delivery. God is so good!
We got home on Wednesday and things around the house have been both peaceful and stressful. Adjusting to 2 kiddos is difficult because I want to pay attention to Scarlett, but have to adjust to Carter breastfeeding every 2 hours! I love both of my children. I honestly wasn't sure how I could love another child as much as my first. It is possible and I feel the love of God being shown to me in the most wonderful ways. The first person to show me God's love has been Scarlett. She has shown an unselfish love towards her brother the minute she met him. She has the kindest spirit I have EVER seen in any human being- and I'm not saying that just because she is my daughter. She loves her brother so much that it almost hurts me to see it...does that make sense to any of you out there? The next person of course is my husband...my rock. He takes the late shifts, the poopy diapers, my emotional breakdowns all in stride, he prays for me and our family. I love him for that. Next, our friends and families that have generously prepared meals for us. I can't thank all of you enough for your selfless love towards our family. I know you all are DYING to see pics, but I will get them up soon...
2 comments:
love this post! congrats! XXOO!!!
I know exactly how you feel! When Truman was born I felt so guilty because I couldn't devote as much time to Audrey. And I felt guilty because I couldn't give him as much attention as I had given her as a baby. Two is definitely a harder juggle than one. And I DO understand about Scarlett loving Carter so unselfishly and how that makes you feel. Audrey is the same way with Truman and it makes want to cry when I think about it. It's really the sweetest thing. Congratulations again on your growing family. It will still be hard, but it will get easier to find a balance. But savor each moment because it isn't just the first week that flies by! Love you!
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