The arrival:
A few little tidbits of info for those interested, because man, there is just no time around here anymore! How do those of you with more than one do it?
I didn’t get to have a VBAC, but the recovery from this cesaerean has been much easier (not that it’s fun by any means), and I was able to learn more about why the first one had to happen with Sam. That has given me some unexpected closure and let me stop being so hard on myself. There really wasn’t anything I could have done differently that first time around that would have resulted in a vaginal birth, nor could I have changed anything this time. And I’m now ok with that.
Robert was born nearly a week early but weighed 8 lbs. 10 oz., 6 oz. more than Sam who was 4 days late. He is almost identical to how Sam looked when he was an infant.
My water broke in the baby pool at our apartment complex…while I was standing up so it’s not like it was hidden by the water of the pool or anything since the pool is like 2 feet deep…nice…
As I was walking through the gate at the pool, one of my old lady neighbors commented that I was “about to pop.” Wisdom, people. Wisdom.
And now let me just introduce Robert to ya’ll and I’ll try to be back again soon.
Labels: Birthdays, Pictures, The Little One
Oh my. Beth, he is beautiful! I hope you are enjoying every newborn moment of sweetness!
Steph
Comment by Adventures In Babywearing — August 24, 2007 @ 4:58 pm
Congrats Beth! He is just adorable! I”m so happy for you and your family!
Comment by Nikkie — August 24, 2007 @ 5:00 pm
When I saw you pop up on Bloglines I was hoping it was baby time. He is absolutely gorgeous. And how cute is big brother?
I am so happy for you, and your newly expanded family!
Comment by Jamie — August 24, 2007 @ 5:45 pm
CONGRATULATIONS!!! He’s a doll. Take it easy…
Comment by tracey — August 24, 2007 @ 8:30 pm
he is georgous.. congratulations!!!!
Comment by liz monkeykisses — August 24, 2007 @ 9:58 pm
Oh, Beth! What a beautiful boy. He is darling.
Sam looks like he is already and expert big brother. Your heart must melt when you watch the two of them together.
Comment by mopsy — August 24, 2007 @ 10:22 pm
I missed you! I’ve been coming here like a stalker!
Beth, he’s just gorgeous. (As are you!) Congratulations! I hope everything is going wonderfully. Please don’t hesitate to email me if you need an ear for ANYTHING!!
Sam already looks like such a great big brother!
Comment by Mama D — August 24, 2007 @ 11:12 pm
I was just thinking the other day that it was about time for him to arrive.
Congrats, Beth and family! He’s a beautiful baby.
Comment by Valarie — August 25, 2007 @ 3:30 am
He’s adorable! Congrats!
As for how moms of two do it - I’m only three months in, and still trying to work it out. So far I’ve learned that if one of them is content, the other won’t be. Seems to be the way of the universe. But it does get easier. Three months in, and it’s already a little easier than when Mira first arrived.
Comment by Christina — August 25, 2007 @ 7:56 am
Congratulations!!! I love the smushy face one. Enjoy this new blessing!
Comment by Life With All Boys — August 25, 2007 @ 9:21 am
Congrats Beth! He is gorgeous! Sam looks like he’s in big brother heaven!
Comment by Mama's Nest — August 25, 2007 @ 9:50 am
Congratulations! Robert is a beautiful boy !
Did Sam seem ages older when you brought the baby home? I remember that being a shock for me. Post when you’re able, we’re still here!!
Comment by Cmommy — August 25, 2007 @ 10:19 am
OH! Beautiful and PERFECT! Yay, for you, and yay, for babies!
Comment by bon — August 25, 2007 @ 11:21 am
congratulations! he’s so totally adorable!!!! good job, momma!
Comment by kate — August 25, 2007 @ 5:37 pm
Precious! Congratulations, and good work by you! BTW, I know you must be so busy, but I have to say, I really miss your blog posts.
Comment by Amy — August 25, 2007 @ 11:22 pm
He is SO beautiful!
The adjustment from 1-2 is rough. It took me a good many months to really get in a groove. But each day yu will find it gets easier and easier. My littlest will be 1 next week and I can finally say I have a pretty good handle on things.
Now if I could just figure out how to get the two of them to get along!!
Comment by Jenifer — August 26, 2007 @ 7:46 am
What a sweetie! Congratulations! They look so cute together- I hope Sam does really well with his new brother!
Comment by kelli in the mirror — August 26, 2007 @ 11:48 am
Oh, glorious cheeks! What a beautiful baby and big brother! Congrats Beth
Comment by Katie — August 26, 2007 @ 12:04 pm
Oh Beth … he is gorgeous!! Congratulations! And Sam - he looks so proud in those pictures! Hope that you continue to recover well.
Comment by Allie — August 28, 2007 @ 10:44 am
So adorable. They are just beautiful together!
Comment by kristi — August 28, 2007 @ 3:38 pm
Congratulations, Beth. You make beautiful babies!
Comment by abc momma — August 31, 2007 @ 12:17 pm
Hello, Robert. Welcome.
Mike
http://somethingaboutparenting.typepad.com/
Comment by Mike — August 31, 2007 @ 4:28 pm
Congratulations Beth!!! He is adorable.
The adjustment from 1-2 took a few months. It does get easier. The best lesson I learned is that both kids won’t always be happy and that’s okay. Also, I tried to alternate who got mom’s care first. It wasn’t always fair to #1 that the baby got my first response. I tried to shake it up some. It doesn’t hurt either kid to cry sometimes
Good luck, I know you’ll do great!!!
Comment by scraphappymama — August 31, 2007 @ 6:25 pm
How sweet–a big congratulations to you and your family. ANd I love the last picture where Sam is holding his new brother. And don’t worry, things will get easier–I remember panicking when I was due with number two and quit my job and everything because I thought I’d never manage it all. Now I look back and laugh. If I have a day with just two of them around I’m thinking it’s a vacation
It’s amazing how motherhood improves your abilities that way.
Comment by Michelle at Scribbit — September 3, 2007 @ 1:44 pm
Congratulations! Robert has a perfectly sweet, round little face. Sam looks ecstatic, he’ll be an awesome big brother!
Comment by mamacita tina — September 4, 2007 @ 8:11 am
Congratulations!
He is a sweetie - and what cute pictures of the brothers together.
I’m so happy for you!!
Comment by sari — September 5, 2007 @ 10:49 pm
When you popped up on my comments, I was so happily surprised. Welcome back and you’ve brought something with you!
He is gorgeous!! Congrats.
Comment by Poopydigs — September 10, 2007 @ 11:07 am
Oh Beth, congratulations! I am sorry I am so late with my good wishes - my second is keeping me quite busy and away from the computer.
He is such a beautiful baby, and I’m glad he’s less fussy than Sam was!
Comment by Goslyn — September 10, 2007 @ 9:20 pm
Big congratulations!
Comment by Nicole — September 13, 2007 @ 10:14 am
Ooooh I was on vacation and I totally missed these last updates. I didn’t know yet that you had your baby boy.
CONGRATULATIONS! He looks totally adorable which was to expected :). I hope the ceasarian went well and that you have recovered well by now. I hope he’s feeding well and giving you enough rest. Enjoy your enlarged family!
Woohoo! this is so cool.
Comment by Goofball — September 25, 2007 @ 10:40 am