Hi! Sorry for disappearing. Jimmy and I have been caring for and soaking in our sweet girl and I haven’t had much time to blog! In fact, I’m blogging from my phone while feeding her. We’ll see how this goes 😉
I started a draft of Sadie’s birth story, but I just wanted to share some thoughts and pictures from our first few weeks with our little one today.
1. Jimmy is an amazing dad.
I had no doubt he would be a rockstar dad, but experiencing it in real life has taken our relationship to a whole new level.
He was so solid during Sadie’s labor and delivery, which was crazy… like let’s just say we had the paramedics called twice and I took a ride in an ambulance and Jimmy took it all in stride, no problem.
Seeing him hold Sadie for the first time made my heart nearly burst with joy and love. I get the same feeling each and every time I see them together.
He is so supportive, hardworking, loving, and has taken such good care of us girls since Sadie’s birth. I feel crazy blessed that Jimmy is my husband and Sadie’s dad!
2. I love her. So much.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve stared at my daughter and cried because I love her so much. I’m sure a lot of the crying is postpartum hormones, but I also know it’s just me realizing the fact that God chose to bless us with her.
3. Family is amazing.
Our families (and church family) have been so great. I’ve had help around the house, people holding Sadie so I can take a shower or eat a warm meal with two hands, laundry has been washed, meals have been provided, advice has been given, and encouragement abounds.
4. The pets surprised us.
We have rambunctious animals. That’s the best way I know to put it. I was pretty nervous to see how Lola, Malcolm, and Mavis would do with Sadie but they’ve all been great at sharing attention and their home with their new little sis.
That’s not to say I don’t have days where I’m completely overwhelmed by caring for a newborn, two dogs, and a cat. I totally do, but things have gone smoother than I expected!
5. She looks nothing and everything like I expected.
Like most expecting parents, Jimmy and I spent months wondering what our daughter would look like. When she was born, I thought of course that’s what she looks like!
I’ve also had times where I’ve looked at Sadie and have been surprised by her dark complexion, hair, and eyes. I can’t wait to see what she looks like as she grows up!
6. Our house is dirty and I’m getting nothing done and it’s okay.
Having clutter around our house drives me crazy. Lately, it’s quite the accomplishment if I wash and fold a load of laundry all in one day. Sure I miss having our home in order, but hanging out with Sadie is a much better way to spend my days. I’m slowly learning to surrender to the chaos of a new baby and all that it brings!
7. Fresh air feels wonderful.
I don’t think I left our house more than once or twice the week after Sadie was born. I’ve slowly been incorporating walks and small outings and I truly feel like a new person afterwards!
8. Childbirth is no joke.
Giving birth to Sadie was one of the most amazing, intense, and beautiful experiences of my entire life. With that said, it totally knocked me off my feet. Recovering from bringing a child into the world combined with sleep deprivation is tough!
If you were to come to our house at any hour the past few weeks, you’d probably find me asleep on the couch with Sadie on my chest and I wouldn’t have it any other way 🙂
9. We have no idea what we’re doing.
I’ve never had a baby before, so this motherhood thing is a whole new world. Jimmy and I are having fun learning what our sweet girl likes and dislikes and doing our best to care for her!
We have ordered some type of baby-related item from Amazon almost daily since she was born. It’s funny how you think you know what you need for a baby and then you have your baby and it’s totally different! I’ve never been more thankful for our Prime membership 😉
Well, I think that about wraps it up! I know I have other thoughts from the past few weeks but they seem to be escaping me right now so I’ll be back to share more soon!
Living My Full Life 
You’re doing awesome! She is so beautiful. You’re learning all the new parent lessons and I’m so glad you’re embracing the chaos that comes with having a newborn. Can’t wait to read the birth story because I love birth stories and goodness, you’ve really built up the anticipation for yours with those paramedic and ambulance teasers!!
Thank you so much, Amy! It really is such a learning curve in the beginning, but a beautiful one!
Allie, you and Jimmy are doing awesome! Don’t stress about blogging (this was a great post and I couldn’t tell you wrote from your phone and wouldn’t have known if you hadn’t mentioned it). You guys are adapting to the new normal and looks like you’re doing a great job of it. I’m glad you are recovering well since the birth included the ambulance ride- I know from the anemia during pregnancy and that, you’re really glad to have Sadie here. She’s beautiful!
Thank you so much, Amy! That means so much to us! We are so glad to have her with us now!
I’m so so so so so happy you have your little girl finally in your arms! She’s beautiful and has the most wonderful parents 🙂 I can’t wait to see how your first year of parenting changes you and brings in more love.
Thank you so, so much Ellie!
I loved reading this so much I read it twice ❤ She is one of the most beautiful babies I have ever seen. You and Jimmy amaze me at how gracefully you are adjusting, and ahh I'm all teared up right now! Thank you soo much for sharing, Allie. I'm so happy for you and your incredible family ❤
Aww you’re the sweetest! Thank you so much! ❤
What beautiful pictures!!
I am so proud of the amazing parents you and Jimmy have become. Sadie is certainly one blessed little girl 😊 I love you all so much, and I know things get hectic and you lose a ton of sleep~ but it is for such a short time- honestly.
Love you beautiful Mama
Madre
Thank you so much mom! We love you! ❤
She is beautiful!! Seeing all of the pictures just shows how loved all 3 of you are. I’m glad to hear the animals are doing well with the newest family member.
Thank you, Maureen! We feel so loved! We’re so relieved the animals have been good with Sadie!
Oh my gosh, what a beautiful post filled with the most beautiful photos. ♡ I love that the pets are loving her, too!
Thanks for updating us!! We understand how busy you are now!! ♡
Ahh, thank you so much Hunida! That means so much!
this is just so precious ! ❤ also amazing how in just a few weeks she's grown a ton 😮
Thank you, P! I can’t believe how fast babies grow! It’s amazing!
Oh my friend, I love this post so much! You are taking me back nearly 15 months right now. Ah, so precious. I know you are soaking it all in and I’m just so happy for you. And I’m so glad to hear that the pets are all doing so well. That’s awesome! I look forward to reading the birth story when you share it. 🙂 You are doing a great job, Allie.
The newborn days truly are so special! You were right!! Thank you so much Rach!
I smiled the whole way through this post! I am so so happy for you three! ❤
That made my day!! Thank you so much! 🙂
Allie, I am beyond happy for you, Jimmy, and sweet Sadie! Your daughter is gorgeous. Reading this post brought a big smile to my face (which, for the record, I couldn’t tell this was done on your phone – so keep rocking that if it works but also don’t worry about blogging).
Ahh, thank you so much!! I’m so glad this post made you smile!!!