our little levi was born january 9, at 2:45 in the morning. he weighed 6lbs14oz, and was born without any complications to either of us.
labor was long and difficult – is any labor not difficult? i’d like to meet that person – and it was not what i imagined and planned. again, it seems like it rarely is! but in uncharacteristic fashion, as soon as it was over, i felt satisfied and even proud. i am usually pretty hard on myself, but i think we made the best decisions for me and our boy. at some point i will probably write through the whole thing, but for now, i just wanted to get back to the blog!
the four of us are doing pretty well, under the crazy circumstances. turns out, it’s a lot of f*cking work having two kids! nate is excited and sweet, and sometimes a little manic, wanting to play with levi while he’s nursing or sleeping or just needs a little space. i think he’s disappointed that babies aren’t that much fun in the beginning! we’re gradually getting used to being a family of four, but it’s challenging for sure.
i have a million thoughts about all of this, of course. but for now, a picture of our new little guy.
Oh yay!! I was wondering about you. He’s beautiful and I love the name. Welcome, Levi! Congrats to all 4 of you.
By: nutella on February 4, 2011
at 6:30 pm
CONGRATULATIONS!!!! I’ve been checking, and checking! Thanks for sharing your news. It’s a lot of work, yes, but you will all soon find your rhythm.
By: mamamia on February 4, 2011
at 7:54 pm
Congratulations! That’s my birthday – a great day to be born!
By: Olive on February 5, 2011
at 12:00 pm
Oh wow! Congratulations. He’s beautiful. Yes, it is a lot of work!
By: E. from Pot of Gold on February 5, 2011
at 7:48 pm
Hurray! Very glad to hear that everyone is well and hanging in there. I wish your family all the best in learning the new rhythms that a second child inspires. Congratulations!
By: Beth on February 6, 2011
at 12:24 am
Welcome Levi!
By: lyn on March 10, 2011
at 5:18 pm