Having a newborn is rough. The kid is now 21 months old and I already find myself forgetting how difficult it can be to have a brand new baby. Having your first kid especially rocks your world. I felt like my life turned upside down after the kid was born. It took me over a year to really get my feet back under me.
It's certainly a wild ride. But one that is well worth it.
We visited some friends today and their tiny 1 week old. They look so tired and a little stunned. I wanted to tell them that it gets better fast. That life goes on a little bit at a time. You have to learn to walk and talk again, but you keep moving forward. And it gets so fun.
But I don't think they could have understood. They are too busy becoming the great parents they are going to be. I think we all are.
Those first few months feel like you are drowning. And then it is wonderful (with periodic moments where you begin to drown again).
Parenthood is amazing! I wouldn't go back if I could.
