I just wanted to take a moment to brag about my amazing husband. He was a bit frustrated that no one had any faith in his ability to help me through labor. I made jokes about him passing out, but after the ordeal I went through in the hospital, I knew he would be great. His biggest issue was how much he hates to see me in pain, but he put on a brave face. Once my labor actually started, he was the one who did all the communicating with my midwife b/c I was in too much pain to deal with a phone call. He timed my contractions and let me squeeze his hand when it got really bad. He even had to get me dressed before we left b/c I didn't have enough time between contractions to focus on it. He was super comforting in the car even though I could tell he was really stressed out. He stayed by my side throughout my entire labor. I didn't even scream at him or break his fingers or anything, surprisingly. Haha. He just kept trying to refocus my attention to the fact that Kaden would be here soon. It was comforting just to have him sitting there. He was so excited that Kaden went straight to him after he left the tub. I've never seen him look so happy and proud. <3 When we got up the next morning, he changed his first poopy diaper. If meconium counts as poop, anyway. That stuff is gross! It was his first real diaper change and other than a few sleep-deprived mistakes, he did a great job. He changed every single diaper until he had to go back to work, because I was having a hard time standing when we first got home. He took such great care of him in general. For someone who has no real experience with babies, he's been spectacular. He got up with me and helped take care of him the first couple of nights home when he was having trouble sleeping through the night. Even now that he's back to work, he tells me every night before he goes to sleep to wake him up if I need help. I'm so blessed to have someone so helpful as a partner. <3
He loves Kaden so much it completely melts my heart. I didn't think I could possibly love him more, but seeing him love and care for my son makes me love him more than I thought possible. He was super bummed he had to go back to work, but I send him pics while he's gone. The first thing he does when he gets home is grab the baby and snuggle with him. It's SO sweet. He's actually to the point where he gets jealous when people come to visit because they hog his baby time. He's a seriously incredible husband and father, and I just wanted to give credit where credit is due.
This is all not to mention the fact that he has been working two jobs since June to take care of us. He's the most incredible, hard-working man I know. I'm so grateful that he finally got full time at the job he actually likes so he can quit the one he hates. Not having to get up at 1:45am will be a blessing for all of us. I'm so glad he found a job somewhere that really appreciates his worth.
Now, please enjoy some adorable pictures ;)
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| Their first picture together <3 |
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| Our first family picture <3 <3 <3 (I look a hot mess, but in my defense, I just pushed out a human...) |
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| Cuddling with both our boys :) |
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| My sleepy boys <3 |
