So at 7am we go to the hospital and get a amnio done, then sit there for two house go home and then come back again if Akinas lungs are mature, we will go back at 2pm then by 4pm I should be haveing her by c-section, then getting my tubes tied. Im so excited and can't wait till monday. The doctor told me today that I might get out of the hospital by Thursday, or if I wanted on Friday. Im excited and scared all at the same time. Having three kids, a 3yr old, a 2yr old, and then a baby. Im scared that there is going to be a lot of problems with jealiousy. Not only that, we are still living with my husbands parents, and his mom watches my nephew who is 3 as well, and there is four during the day. I know when time comes I'll know what to do, but, for now, it's like overwhelming. My granmother is so picky on where she lives, that it's taking "FOREVER" to get out of here, and get her place from her after she moves. To top that off, just recently she broke her ankle. That sucks. Im done now.
You'll do just fine. Trust me. I know it seems really overwhelming right now, but I promise, it will all work out. You'll develop a routine, a rhythmn that works for you and your family. After a while, caring for three little ones will feel like second nature. My oldest son was 3.5 years old when I had my twins. So I had him and two newborns at once. I won't lie to you, it was very trying at times, and very exhausting both physically as well as emotionally! But I always told myself even on the darkest days that I HAD to do this, they were depending on me, and I had to be strong and muddle through because I was more than capable! And that I did. As far as the jealousy goes, yes, you can expect some of that. I found what helped/still helps us out a lot is putting aside individual time for each child. Just one on one time. Even something as simple as going for a walk together, sharing a book, taking just that child with you while you run errands. They LOVE having your undivided attention that way, there's no competition, it's all about them during that moment. The other positive is that it really makes you appreciate your child's individuality, you notice things about their personality even moreso when it's just the two of you. I make sure I have individual time with each of my kids on a frequent basis. They always look forward to it, as do I! Hang in there sweetie, good luck on Monday, and don't worry, it's going to be okay! {{{Hugs}}} and best wishes!
Congratulations! I had my 3rd via c-section in May. It is harder getting around and such, but you make it all work. As for the jealousy, I have actually found my oldest (age 6) is the one that acts up the most...so since you have such little ones, it may be easier! Good luck!
Thank you. I know I'll be okay, and make it just fine. I have a supportive husband, and know that he'll help me out "ALOT" but, when he's gone at work. That's a different story. I hope all will go well, and that the kids will all get along. Especially living with my in-laws, that's the most difficult part about this whole mess. But, like my husband said "we will be in the right spot when the right time comes." Im stressed because I don't want to be here anymore because of them trying to raise our kids and not letting us.
Even though our children act up sometimes, and life has many stressful situations, our family is perfect. Everything is as it should be. Be patient. The "darkness" we are in will lift. Love makes people shine brighter than they ever shone alone, and love is the treasure our family has in leaps and bounds. I love you.
Today's the day! Best wishes HippiemamaOf 3 and HippyLandscaper! Can't wait for an update and pics of your new little one!
Yeah, me too. You've got us all excited here. I should really post some photos of my granddaughter. She appeared 5 weeks early and was the smallest thing I had ever seen outside of an incubator. 5 months old now and doing fine. I hope the family situation doesn't get you down too much. Enjoy the new baby!
Well, as you know we were going to have little Akina today. We went in at 7 this morning to get an amnio done to see if her lungs were mature, and the number they need has to be 50? or in the 50's, well, they called two hours later, and said that the number was 43, so, couldn't have her today. It was a relief but, also, I had my hopes all up. So, the best thing about this is, in ten days, I wont have to go through the amnio again, and we will just take her. Little Akina will be here a little after 5pm on July 23rd. I Love you Handsome husband of mine. You are the best in the world.
Okay, I know, im a little late, but, we had her Thursday July 23rd at 3:51 in the afternoon. Akina Kalyn at 7lbs 10oz and 19 1/2" long. She is now today, 1 week and 5 days old, and weighs in at 8lbs 6 1/2oz. She is doing so good, she sleeps through the night pretty good, wakes up maybe two times to eat then goes back to sleep, a little fussy here and there when she can't get any sleep because of her older siblings, but, hey, at least she makes up for it in the night. Oh, and the other two get along well with her. Akina will stop crying when she hears her big brother talking to her, and Axi will tell you that "NINA" that's what she calls her, is her baby. SO, everything for right now is going "AWESOME" surgery went well, one thing off guard, but, nothing major, other than that, we are a big happy family of 5 now, and our family is complete.
