Survival Mode

The first 2 months are the hardest. It's what I call "survival mode." Getting by on very little, and very fragmented sleep. Getting to know a tiny human being and figure out what her cries mean. Especially when the crying goes on for hours. Dealing with feeding issues, and in Molly's case, finally narrowing it down to an intolerance to dairy along with reflux. This results in loads and loads of laundry. Adjusting to that much less time and attention for everything and everyone else. This is not the time to worry about the projects that aren't getting done, or the fun that you may be missing out on. It's time to buckle down and realize that this stage is temporary and to focus on the basics. And to appreciate the little things. A baby asleep on your chest. Skin softer than you can imagine. First coos and shy smiles. Being together as a family. Wondering what all God has in store for this tiny little person. And knowing that all the work that comes with a newborn is so worth it in the end.