Our Story: Confessions of a New Mom

Since my last post, Reagan has done much better with going back to sleep. She is now going back to sleep after her middle of the night feeds- for the most part. Thank goodness! I hope I didn't just jinx myself! I guess sticking to a schedule is the way to go. I'm trying to find a balance between sticking to a schedule while still addressing Reagan's needs and going with the flow.

So here are my confessions:

#1- Reagan is the best baby ever! (I am sure you all have nice babies too, but its true)
Jerry and I just look at her all the time in awe. She's just so precious! We love her so much! I just love holding her. I especially love it when I'm holding her and she just melts into me.

#2- When Reagan is sleeping, I check several times to make sure she's still breathing.
I can't help it! Sometimes I'll just zoom the camera on her belly, other times I'll just stand over her crib for a couple of minutes. Haha- this is normal.... right?

#3- I have already called the pediatrician twice and Rusty (Jerry's uncle that is a pediatrician) one time about various questions/ things.
I'm sure when they see my number they roll their eyes and say, "New Moms...."

#4- I record the Today Show and watch it throughout the day.
I love watching the Today Show! Matt, Willie, Savannah, Al, Natalie, Kathie Lee and Hoda are so fun! I like to watch it on and off throughout the day. (I am a nerd)

#5- I had a "What not to Wear" moment
On Saturday, Jerry and I decided to go grocery shopping for the week. I went and took a shower and threw on some yoga pants and an old t-shirt. Jerry very nicely asked if I had any nicer shirts. I'm glad he said something, because I was not looking to hot! (See making him watch TLC paid off!)

#6- I'm addicted to coffee and chocolate milk
I have always loved coffee. I'm trying really hard not to have more than one cup a day. Also, right before I go to bed, I have a big glass of chocolate milk. ymmmm!

#7- I don't know how single moms do it!
Jerry has been so great! This past weekend I was able to catch up on sleep thanks to Jerry. He gave Reagan the 11 o'clock feed, I did the middle of the night feeds, and he did the 7 am feed. I was able to sleep from10-2 uninterrupted and 4 am to 9 am uninterrupted. I felt like a million bucks on Saturday and Sunday! He has been such a help and I'm so grateful! He's going out of town Thursday thru Sunday for Walker's graduation. I know Reagan and I will be fine, but I'm a bit nervous.

#8- I am continuously shocked at how much laundry an 8 pound baby goes through on a daily basis. Thank goodness Jerry and I got a new washer and dryer!

Enough confessions, here are some pictures of that best baby ever:

What a pretty little lady!