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Emerging from the fog...

Original post by jlf41

Hello to my dear LIW friends! How I have missed my time on LIW. I have been reminding myself these past 3 weeks that all of the other LIW mommies have made it back to the boards after a few weeks, and that I too would survive. This is literally the hardest thing I have ever done in my life- I could have never imagined the ups and downs. The love I feel for my son is absolutely overwhelming - and the love for my DH has just grown in leaps and bounds. But boy do the tears come easily lately. I have cried every day since the little guy came home!

Connor is beginning to adjust to his new home and we are beginning to adjust to him. He is just the cutest little boy ever, but does he like to scream! Wow! Sleep was elusive the first two weeks but we are starting to get into somewhat of a routine now. He is BF so well and gained 8 ounces by his 2 week birthday! He is eating every 3 - 3 1/2 hours now. I am cncerned that he may be sensitive to something in my diet, so I am cutting out milk products this week to see what happens.

My DH went back to work this week which has been hard. He works nights, so I get pretty anxious at night being alone with Connor but I am getting used to it. Tonight we are going to give the little guy his first bath and today will be his first trip to Central Park. He loves taking walks (a great sleep inducer!)

I will post my birth story ASAP. Thank you to everyone for your support and good wishes. It is great to be back!
Misha Posted:

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He is absolutely beautiful! Enjoy every moment, it flies!

jenny11.9 Posted:

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Jessica I figured we'd be hearing from you soon!!! I am so glad to hear all is well. It is so hard...and the good news is we ALL understand! You are NOT alone - I can only hope for you a few hours of rest here and there....

He is just beautiful The carseat photo is my favorite...he's such a little mush face!!! And the HAIR - I've said it before to Michele - nothing like a newborn with hair - I cannot get ENOUGH of that!!!!!

More pics when you can and welcome back! You'll be amazed that the baby DOES sleep soon and you WILL be able to post regularly!
drjenn10 Posted:

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Congratulations, what beautiful pictures.

phyl Posted:

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GORGEOUS! I love the pic of him on your shoulder...

take it easy- one day at a time ...
NIHA Posted:

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What a beautiful baby!!! Thanks for sharing all those pics. I'm glad he's doing well, eating and gaining! You look amazing too!! You have a beautiful family. Congrats again.
merf99 Posted:

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Jessica- your baby is beautiful and you look great! Congrats again and welcome back!!
Donna Posted:

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Congrats on your beautiful family. He's adorable.

Lisalou Posted:

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Jessica, Connor is the most precious little child ever. Congratulations on finally meeting him. You look amazing and so at peace with him in your arms. So happy for you!
Sage10.03 Posted:

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Jessica...He is BEAUTIFUL!!!
You and your husband both look so happy with him in your arms!

Congratulations on his arrival and all the best to your new addition!
Stacey1403 Posted:

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Glad to hear that BF'd is going well!!! He is so adorable!!! This is my fav, your expression says so much

shamma Posted:

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How did I ever miss this??? he is sweet and precious Jessica. I can just see you now strolling around Central Park. Take care and visit us and share lots of pix when you can
bearsbabe_113 Posted:

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Oh he is adorable!!! Cry away Jessica, that's what I did the first couple of weeks -- the good old baby blues!!! It's amazing how much you love you feel, but then if the stupid toasts burns, it sets you off for about an hour!!!
Lee Posted:

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He is beautiful!!! What a gorgeous baby you have! And you all look great! Don't worry about the crying - I cried quite a bit the first few months!! It's very stressful!! I still have a bad day once in a while!

Enjoy and it sounds like you are doing great!!!
OctBride03 Posted:

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congratulations!!! Your son is beautiful!!
ILT1221 Posted:

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Hi Jessica! I was wondering how it went! You son is absolutely beautiful!!! And you look great as always!!! Congrats!!!
MarcellaBella Posted:

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Congrats!!! Both you and your son are gorgeous!!!
Kathi Posted:

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OMG, he's precious!!!! You look fabulous, Jessica!!

Pretty soon you'll feel like Connor's been here all along.

boosh78201 Posted:

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Welcome back!! Your son is beautiful!!

KathyKelly Posted:

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Congratulations - Connor is beautiful and you look great too!

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