Sunday, March 8, 2009

Adjusting...well

All of us are adjusting to the presence of our new little Hazel...so far it seems to be an easy thing to do. Daddy has resumed his favorite napping position...
Oscar and Poppy can't seem to get enough of her...they love to come snuggle her in the morning. I can't blame them...I too can't help but squeeze in one extra snuggle before I put her down.
Smiley is curious...he likes to take a little sniff when he get the chance.
And Poppy...she is a Pro-big sister already. She loves to help me with all of the diaper changing...her job is to pull out the wipe. She also wouldn't think of passing up baby bath time. In fact the other day Rick had to convince her to go with him to the science center because she wanted to stay home with me and the baby. I think she is afraid she will miss something while she is gone.

As for me...I'm sure it has to do with this being #3 and having done this a couple of times, but recovery has been pretty smooth so far. I have had zero meltdowns (not to say there won't be any), my milk supply hasn't come on with such force as previously, I actually feel pretty good. the pain meds help a bit with the discomfort issues, but overall I would say that it is going well.
I have loved having Ricky home with us, it has been so peaceful (short of Poppy and Oscar squalls) and pleasant. He is so great at being a star hubby and dad that I have been able to sit back and really relax. In fact I haven't felt a itch to get out or even blog...I am just content. It feels great to have my little family home and around me. I know it can't last forever, Dad will have to go back to work and the kids will have to do their activities and I will have to resume my outside responsibilities...but for now, I'm content. And it feels great!

9 comments:

Suzie-Q said...

I am so glad that you are feeling great! It was so good to came and see you on Sat. night. I hope dinner was alright.
poppy was such a good grl in primary I just thought I would let you know that it was fun to substitute in their class. (and she love noodles and Cheese that you make for her!) she was a sweetheart!
Hope to hear more about how well little Hazel is doing in the days to come...

Jen said...

i'm so glad things are peaceful and going so well! i can just imagine your happy little family with her. hazel is such an adorable baby- i can't get enough of looking at her picture! no wonder she's so loved! she just looks like peace enveloped in a baby body. i love it!!!
snuggle her a few times for me. :)

Betina said...

Enjoy the wonderful baby moon. Hopefully your inlaws won't show up with a whole entire other family and disturb the peace... haha. I think yours are a little more aware than mine.

I can't see the photos for some reason. I'll try again later.

I am glad you're reovering well.

Maren and Blake said...

For some reason I can't view the pictures, but I know she is beautiful. I am glad to hear that you are adjusting well to #3. Please let me know when you are up for visitors. We got you (well Hazel) a little something.

Old Warrior said...

Let's see, Letty's in-laws would be.... US! No, we will be careful about planning a run up to Pullman to see the other Edges with thier new Hazel. Can't wait to see the cutie (and her sibs). And will will bring sunshine and lolipops as well as helping hands in the house and yard and with the O-man and the Popster. We will try to not be too intrusive.....

the herd said...

She is beautiful! I'm so happy for all of you. She really is enchanting. Naomi was my third and she nearly flew out of me. It was great!

I can hardly wait to see this irresistible little Hazel!

Rachel said...

She is beautiful. Hope things are going well... Sam and Grace were SO disappointed you weren't in church on Sunday so they could see the baby. Maybe in a few weeks!

Perry fam said...

Congrats!!! I beautiful Hazel for a beautiful family.

Amy said...

I love that feeling of contentment after a baby is born. It's just a nice thing - enjoy it! So happy for you :) We miss you in Riverton :)