After the crazy night Alixe put us through last night (6 hours of no sleep from 10pm to 4am) we got this today:
A REAL SMILE. And a laugh!
As much as I am tired and want to throw in the towel these little milestones bring me so much happiness and I crave them.
Speaking of milestones, Maximilien is pretty much potty trained now. He only wants to wear his "culotte" and we have to talk him into wearing his pull up at night for bed. He has done poo and pee outside of the house without any problems. And he wakes up in the middle of the night when he needs to go to the bathroom. This has been the highlight of my week.
I went to see the doctor today and got a clean bill of health. He asked me when I'd be having baby three since the factory is ready to be in service again. I just kinda stared at him and shook my head and told him to ask me again in about 5 years.
I'm disappointed that I am so tired these days. I had intended after seeing my doctor and him giving me the green light on exercising to get started on working to getting myself in shape. I can get into my pre-pregnancy jeans already but need to lose another 20lbs to be where I want to be. I had intended to start tomorrow! But I am too tired. My arms and legs ache from the fatigue. I have migraines and my appetite is poor because of lack of sleep. So, instead I have new vitamin regiment to follow (to keep me from getting depressed) and I will put off my workout plans for a while.
I'm not feeling too sorry for myself though... Alixe is smiling and laughing! And Max is using the potty ALL BY HIMSELF!! These are the things I will think about when and if I get to sleep tonight.
Stick with the exercise routine, it WILL make you happier.
Posted by: Erin | January 15, 2010 at 01:00
Meh. Stick with the chocolate routine. Your brain muscle needs fuel. :) Love you.
Posted by: La Rêveuse | January 15, 2010 at 01:07
Take the baby for a walk for some exercise. I know its winter but bundle her up and walk. The fresh air will do you both some good.
Posted by: Helen | January 15, 2010 at 02:54
People always have words of advice, right? I say, you are doing just fine. From the sound of it, you are doing better than fine, beautiful Mama.
sorry about the dairy. :(
Posted by: Mamie | January 15, 2010 at 03:15
tell me about it, I STILL feel tired and my little guy is already 8 months old! First 6 months were a complete write off as much as energy goes... but it does get better, slowly, as you know. :) When the body is asking for some down time, it's gotta be done, even though it's hard to go from running around to staying low like that, life does regain speed with time. :) Hope you start feeling more energetic soon.
Your girl is just too cute! :)
Posted by: My open roads | January 15, 2010 at 07:31
The third one is different. You learn a lot from the second baby, especially when she's more difficult than the first (as was my case), and by the third, you feel on top of the world. I'm expecting number 3 in April (number 2 was born about a month before Max) and I'm actually looking forward to the challenge. I feel like I am prepared and can handle anything. It's also that I'm so looking forward to babywearing again, I actually hope that she gives me lots of opportunities.
You're doing a great job. I understand the need to get back in shape, but let yourself rest, you need it. Definitely try babywearing all over the city, everywhere you go - you will get in shape. It will keep you hands-free and if you use a wrap, it's easy, easy on your back.
Posted by: shakesrear | January 15, 2010 at 10:28
Accept this transition for what it is. Don't push it or yourself. If your body needs to do this to recover from the pregnancy and the sleepless nights, then try not to be disappointed. Let it go. If you stress about it, you may just find yourself going down the tangled path to depression.
The adage is it takes 9 months to put the weight on, 9 months to take it off.
I won't bore you any further. This advice is not from me but from a different horse's mouth (A book called "Transitions" that I'm sure you would be too tired to read right now if I had it to lend you... :-) (I was so impressed I lent it out to someone already)).
Take care. Keep cool.
And holy crap is your kid cute! You really know how to make 'em!
Posted by: JChevais | January 15, 2010 at 10:30
We have a date to play tennis once you are ready!
Posted by: stefanie | January 15, 2010 at 10:57
Take it easy, Mama. You sound just like me after each baby, especially my 3rd. Right now it's all about survival. <3
By the way, I linked to your flickr account on my piddly little blog yesterday. I didn't think you'd mind..I don't get much traffic but have a couple friends that I knew would love your pictures.
Posted by: Vanessa | January 15, 2010 at 17:39
taking the attitude of focusing on what makes you feel good? boy-howdy, that's the ticket! hey, and don't underestimate the impact of sleep deprivation on mood and functioning, either.
Posted by: jadie | January 16, 2010 at 02:53
Oh- I definitely get it! Except its about 9 months that I've been waiting to have enough energy... Going out for a nice long walk (when its warm enough)has been good for both Georgia and me because it gives me a bit of a boost and, although she won't sleep in her stroller, she just passes out once we get home.
Posted by: Nicole | January 16, 2010 at 10:08