May 4th was Cooper’s original due date! While I think we all might have preferred that he’d waited until today and made a less dramatic and chaotic entrance, that just wasn’t Coop’s story.
Well, we had some fun firsts today! We gave Cooper his first real bath! He did not love it.
We also had story time in his very own room for the first time.
His feeding tube dislodged itself (or he got to it) and we had to pull it. We were able to leave it out for a few hours before we had to replace it though, which was lovely. I can’t wait until he’s done with it - because it just complicates everything. He loves to have his hands up by his face to explore, but in an attempt to keep him from pulling it out, we have to keep his hands swaddled in, or covered with socks.
Truth time: I was not confident in my capability to be a good mother. I’ll be the first to admit that I had a whole boatload of reservations about bringing a child into the world. But ultimately I agreed to do this because I knew that even if I was the world’s worst mom, he would have other amazing people around him who would make up for it. I’ve never once doubted that Mat would be a spectacular dad, and all of our parents would be loving, doting, involved grandparents. I knew I’d have incredible support, and my child would be loved and cared for even if I wasn’t the one doing it. I’m relieved that I do feel a strong maternal bond to Cooper, and I’m working to be the best mom I know how to be, but boy was I right about my support system!
❤❤❤❤ so happy to see Cooper home and you all together!
ReplyDeleteYour words resonate...Wondering if we have what it takes to be a parent is a huge part of the amazing journey. You two are awesome parents!!!!
Just loving the photos and your beautiful and detailed updates! You are a great team of love and support for this sweet little guy. I am so happy for you all.
ReplyDeleteHappy due date, Cooper! These awesome progress updates fill me with so much joy. You guys are doing great!
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