While Hubby was at home, he was doing a lot of the changing and soothing, and I was spending my "free" time trying to get some sleep (sleeping in 2 hour chunks leaves one pretty exhausted).
Now that Hubby is back to work, I have even less time! These days, I consider a day a success if:
- The Little One is fed, clean and dry;
- I have had at least 3 meals (even if they have gone cold) and am well hydrated;
- I have taken one nap during the day;
- I have had a shower;
- We left the house for a stroll around the neighborhood.
I am really not sure how I am supposed to add in checking email and starting to think about work to the mix; it sure seems impossible right now. I would be surprised if I got any real work in before someone else is taking care of the Little One, yet I am dreading the day I have to leave her even for a few hours.
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I remember those days... no, actually I don't. It was all one big blur.
Leaving her will be hard the first time. You will be completely disoriented and bewildered. When the time comes, I would recommend going back to work for a half day on a Thursday, then going for a full day on Friday, and recovering from that on the weekend. Just work your way up gradually. It will take several months to regain any feeling of productivity.
I remember trying to check email while the Goose was nursing...
Ahhh, the joys of fresh parenthood... I considered myself lucky when I made it to the toilet during the first couple days...The amazing thing is it won't take long and you'll find your rythm. It's a phase and it will get better. Give yourself a couple weeks, then start trying to find a rythm, increasing the time between feedings slowly. Oh, and an IPhone is a great accessoir during these early weeks ;-)
I'm starting to consider your blog a little time machine into my future. :)
Rebecca - I was completely disoriented leaving her for just 2 hours to run for an appointment! Your suggestion for half days to start sounds good; I actually have an option to start going back part-time (which requires starting up a little earlier - the total time I get is still the same), and I am thinking this may be a good idea.
HGG - I have been checking my email on an iPod touch which work ok when nursing although I can't respond more than a sentence. Too bad I can't check work email this way because I have to have VPN to be able to log in...
Fia - it seems to be getting easier, or I must be learning! At first, even getting a glass of water was tricky; now, I seem to be able to eat! And you are right - the iPod touch I asked for as a new-mom gift has been wonderful to have while nursing!
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