Back to work- As Good as it Can Be

Well, I must say, going back to work was not quite as dreadful as I thought it would be. Needless to say I'd MUCH rather be a stay-at-home mom, but work was as good as it could be. Unfortunately and fortunately, my first week back was probably my worst. I worked four out of six days, two tens and one twelve, and one thirteen hour shift. Everyone at work was really nice. And the charge nurse was great about letting me pump which was one of my biggest worries. It's still hard. I was only doing it every four hours and Keira is still eating every two to three, and I think it made a difference in my supply.

My first day of orientation at my new job was great and everyone was super nice! I just hope that the charge nurses that I will be meeting for the first time are as understanding and accommodating.

Chris did great with Keira, especially the first two days. The first day he got up with me in the morning and helped make my lunch which was wonderfully helpful. He also sent me this picture and updated me every time she ate, which was fantastic and so reassuring!

On the second day he got her all dressed and even put on some shoes and jeans that I'd never had her wear. I was quite impressed! He sent me these pics.

I also missed my first milestone on my second day back. :-( Keira rode in a different stroller for the first time. She wasn't even in her infant seat. My little girl is growing up so fast! They went to Best Buy. I bet they looked adorable together!!!

The third day didn't go quite as smoothly. I think Chris was done. I'm sure it's hard going from helping out with a baby to doing everything during the day. I guess she was a little fussy (maybe she missed her mama! ;-) ) and he was frustrated because it takes almost five minutes for him to get a bottle ready and he can't do much about her crying while waiting. He mentioned that he knows why moms are usually the ones to stay at home! Music to my ears!!! :o) The good things about working are that I'm able to contribute to the family financially and that I'm even more THANKFUL and APPRECIATIVE of the time I get to stay with my beautiful baby. And it's good for Keira to be able to spend some quality time with her daddy!

On my forth day at work my sister Laura watched Keira while Chris went flying. She did a wonderful job babysitting and Keira was so good! Laurie wrote down every time she ate, changed a diaper, napped, and even spit up and it was so awesome to see! Too bad Keira's favorite babysitter moved. :-( We miss you already Wals!!!