Ok well this parenting business is much much harder than I ever imagined. My husband has saved the day by taking a night shift with my pumped milk which is how I’ve even made it to the computer today. Everyone keeps reassuring me that it will get better and I’m hanging on to those words. Here’s a few pics highlighting the boys second week of life.
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They are so cute! Hang in there
I PROMISE it will get better. Those first 3-4 months are strictly survival. But enjoy every second – even the sleep deprived ones – which are most. Be thankful that you have a hubby that will take night shift. Mine did too and that was a HUGE help! Those first few months made me respect single moms SOOOOOO much!!! And all they have to do – alone. Also the moms who have hubbies that work nights! Hang in there! It will, it will, it will, get easier! What everyone says is true. I thought of it like this… MOST people in this world have children more than one time — there has to be a reason for that – it’s b/c the joy WAY outweighs the hardships! You’re doing great, mama! I”ll be by with some Taco Soup tomorrow evening!
Steph!
I laughed, I cried,I smiled….such sweet emotions swept over me upon reading your birth story and keeping up with your blog. Thank you for sharing…I imagine it has been quite difficult keeping up with it while adjusting to life as a mother of twins. With God, you can do anything girle! Keep on smiling and remember what a wonderful blessing God has given you and Tim. Please know that I miss you dearly and wish I could just stop by to give you a hug, catch up with you, and watch your babies while you nap! I have always wanted twins, so reading your story just confirms my desire even more! Know that I love and miss you!! God bless and lean upon Him!!
Lots of love,
Lana
Beautiful pics of the second week! Yes, being a mommy has it’s really tough moments, and you’re doing it times TWO so I can only imagine. But all those other parents are right, it definitely gets better and much easier. It takes 30 days to make a habit, so you’re halfway there! Tim, hang in there on the nightshift, you are honestly doing something lifechanging in that! It’s building your marriage and your bond with your boys, and I pray that the Lord will supernaturally multiply the rest you DO get so that you can continue in your vital role with joy and strength!
We love you all! You’re doing SO GREAT!!!!!!!!
Blessings,
The Campla’s
I honestly want to bite the heads off of any parent who said their frist 3 months were easy! The first time around AND with twins – my GAWD! You are doing awesome. Stay in the moment and don’t try to do anything but nurse, eat, sleep … and sometimes shower! One day you’ll realize you just got up and checked the mail and be like WOAH! I am SUPER WOMAN! (And then they’ll be preschool aged and throwing tantrums and you’ll really BE SuperWoman!!!) Keep up the fantastic job, mamacita! I love you to pieces. Give Tim a big ol’ hug from the Ortecho’s
So proud of you both.
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