I'm officially 36 weeks pregnant today. A measly 4 weeks away from my due date. Although this pregnancy has been the easiest by far (no gestational diabetes or terrible aches/pains), I'm freaking out about becoming a family of five.
It was only recently that I got used to looking after 2 toddlers. I have no idea how I'm going to add a newborn to the mix. My stress levels are also higher because Riya's 3 week Spring break is perfectly timed around baby's due date (cue eye roll). Arguably it will be nice not having to worry about getting her to school, packing lunch, and picking her up those first few weeks, but the benefits end there. Riya does not like to stay at home all day, no toddler does, and since both Riya and Rayan don't care for TV (why, God, why????!?!?!), those first few weeks are going to be immensely challenging. Although my in-laws are here to help, as a mother, I'm never "off the hook" looking after my kids. Not that I want to be completely off the hook, but you know what I mean...
Everyone says the jump from 1 to 2 kids is a harder adjustment than 2 to 3, and I seriously hope that's the case, but having 3 kids under the age of 4?! Goodness gracious. How do you prepare yourself for one of the most challenging times of your life? Prayers for patience (tons) and grace are most welcome:)
Despite my fears, I'm trying to soak in these last few weeks of being a family of four. Riya and Rayan are at such cute stages in their lives. Riya does a little dance and song for everything now. Rayan is so fun to watch in action. He is very clever and picks up on things so fast. And 'Riya-watching' is the most hilarious thing in his book. Whatever Riya is doing, he's right there by her side, laughing uncontrollably and copying her. You can't help but beam watching them together.
So let's see what life has in store for the Aiyers as we anticipate the fifth member of our family. Will the baby share my birthday? (Eek) Will the baby be an April fool? (Please no) And most importantly, will we have a boy or girl?! Stay tuned folks!
It was only recently that I got used to looking after 2 toddlers. I have no idea how I'm going to add a newborn to the mix. My stress levels are also higher because Riya's 3 week Spring break is perfectly timed around baby's due date (cue eye roll). Arguably it will be nice not having to worry about getting her to school, packing lunch, and picking her up those first few weeks, but the benefits end there. Riya does not like to stay at home all day, no toddler does, and since both Riya and Rayan don't care for TV (why, God, why????!?!?!), those first few weeks are going to be immensely challenging. Although my in-laws are here to help, as a mother, I'm never "off the hook" looking after my kids. Not that I want to be completely off the hook, but you know what I mean...
Everyone says the jump from 1 to 2 kids is a harder adjustment than 2 to 3, and I seriously hope that's the case, but having 3 kids under the age of 4?! Goodness gracious. How do you prepare yourself for one of the most challenging times of your life? Prayers for patience (tons) and grace are most welcome:)
Despite my fears, I'm trying to soak in these last few weeks of being a family of four. Riya and Rayan are at such cute stages in their lives. Riya does a little dance and song for everything now. Rayan is so fun to watch in action. He is very clever and picks up on things so fast. And 'Riya-watching' is the most hilarious thing in his book. Whatever Riya is doing, he's right there by her side, laughing uncontrollably and copying her. You can't help but beam watching them together.
So let's see what life has in store for the Aiyers as we anticipate the fifth member of our family. Will the baby share my birthday? (Eek) Will the baby be an April fool? (Please no) And most importantly, will we have a boy or girl?! Stay tuned folks!
Praying hard for y'all. It will be an adjustment and I'm sure it will have both its impossible and beautiful moments in the beginning. You are strong and brave and such a good momma. I've heard the same thing about going from 2 to 3 being easier than going from 1 to 2 so hopefully there is a lot of truth to that. Sending hugs!
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