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She’s Here!

Posted on February 10, 2014 Written by Tonya

She’s here! She’s here! I am thrilled, grateful, full of joy and so, so much love. There truly are no words to describe how happy I am to finally have this tiny baby girl in my arms.

However…

between constipation, engorged boobs, sore nipples, painful pumping sessions, lack of sleep, not being able to move around comfortably, swollen feet and hands, stitches, burning sensation in my abdomen, multiple bouts of crying throughout the day, not being able to drive for two weeks, an over active pre-schooler, mounds of laundry, an insatiable thirst and crazy out of whack hormones, postpartum days really suck.

On the other hand, there is a very supportive and helpful husband, an understanding 4-year-old, in-laws to look after Lucas, a sweet and curious dog, friends who visit bearing gifts, meals, sound advice and laughter, doctors and specialists who know better, breast feeding support groups, pain medication, cabbage (if you have ever breast fed, you’ll understand), time and moments like this:

sibling love
It was worth the wait and worth all the postpartum BS. Bring it… I’m getting stronger every day and slowly healing.

I will share Lola Paige’s birth story soon and more photos, but blogging will be intermittent for the next few weeks as I’ll be busy snuggling my newborn miracle. Thank you for understanding.

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Comments

  1. Laura says

    February 10, 2014 at 12:17 pm

    Beautiful pictures – beautiful kids! I am so happy she’s here and I hope that those good things will outweigh the bad. XO.

  2. Kerstin @ Auer Life says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:02 pm

    I’m dying of cuteness over here. You have the cutest kids ever! Congratulations and lots of healing vibes for you.

  3. erin margolin says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:06 pm

    SO happy for you, Tonya! She is precious, and remember— this is all temporary. When Piper came, I thought I would just be swallowed up by all of it plus dealing with her big sisters, the dog, and regular household chores. But you’ll hit your stride, and it will happen sooner than you think. In the meantime, I’m always here…whenever you need anything!

    xo

  4. anna whiston-donaldson says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:40 pm

    I am so happy for you! Hang in there during the hard stuff. I know it is grueling. xo

  5. Michelle Blankenhsip says

    February 10, 2014 at 1:44 pm

    So happy for you all! I hope it gets easier for you, and that you are able to rest and enjoy all the little moments. Hang in there, you got this!

  6. Alison says

    February 10, 2014 at 3:53 pm

    Congratulations to you, Lucas and Todd! I am so happy for you. She is GORGEOUS and precious. Love the sibling photos.

  7. Greta @gfunkified says

    February 10, 2014 at 4:13 pm

    She’s so beautiful. I’m hoping the not-so-beautiful postpartum crap passes quickly and you all find your (healed and comfortable) rhythm.

  8. Kim@Co-Pilot Mom says

    February 10, 2014 at 4:27 pm

    Oh, such gorgeous photos!
    Congratulations, Tonya! I am so happy for you and your family and wish you healing and restful togetherness over the coming days. 🙂

  9. Lady Jennie says

    February 11, 2014 at 4:08 am

    Pure joy!

    So happy Lola is here and your little family is complete! 🙂

  10. Roxanne says

    February 11, 2014 at 10:17 am

    Congratulations again to you and your beautiful family. Lucas is going to be a great big brother to little Lola.

  11. Katie Sluiter says

    February 13, 2014 at 8:31 am

    This makes everything in me smile. You guys are always in my thoughts! And Lucas as a big brother? Oh swoon!

  12. Andrea says

    February 15, 2014 at 3:50 am

    Take a firm hold of those sweet moments – there will be many more to come. So happy she’s here! xoxo

  13. Leah says

    February 19, 2014 at 2:29 pm

    Those photos are adorable! He looks so perfect with her. I think I speak for everyone who reads your blog when I say that we all really and truly understand if you won’t be blogging as often! 🙂

  14. Mrs.d says

    February 20, 2014 at 10:52 pm

    Congrats!! She’s gorgeous. And I love her name. Her middle name is my baby girl’s first name 🙂

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