Week One

I have never been so fulfilled in my life. I never knew having Benjamin would bring so much joy/love into my life. If I had one word to describe the birth of our son it would be gratitude, for such a priceless gift. I am so excited to raise this child. Will is such an amazing father and has been very supportive of the ups and downs associated with that first week/month of the baby's life.

So some of the ups have been -- my little boy loves to snuggle. He doesn't fuss when we hold him close and he only cries when he needs something.You won't believe it but he did not even cry during his circumcision. He is very healthy and really interactive. My sister says he is advanced the way he can bring his hand to his mouth whenever he pleases. Ben is a pro at nursing. He  latches well and eats often.

A cute thing he did this week was he got hold of his hair and was pulling it hard and screaming for dear life. I couldn't get him to loosen his grip. It was soo cute. We've already found our first great deal on huggies diapers and ran out yesterday to stock up. It seems as he goes through 40 diapers a week-- lots and lots.

Some of the downs- the first four days of Benjamin's life I had an average of three hours of sleep a night. Sitting, standing and feeding the baby were quite painful.  By day three when I had to venture to the pediatrician without my husband by my side I was beside myself. My poor mother took the brunt of my fuss and worry. She was going to take me to the doctor but as she began the trip she was promptly ordered back to the driveway so I could drive and assure Benjamin of a safe trip.

Since hour one this kid has been showered with visitors. I have entertained visitors, about three sets a day, for the last week and a half. It's a little overwhelming.  My house is a mess, and generally when visitors come I am either nursing, on the verge of tears or just plain exhausted. I told Will we need to cut down on family and friends -- so if you get a letter of resignation from me in the mail don't be offended- it's not personal it's just business. (Just kidding if you are reading this blog you are likely one of the few whom I actually want to see ;).

Well my little snuggle buns (Ben is going to love that nickname when he reads it when he is older) is starting to wiggle out of his sleep/nap. I best be off.