The week had its ups and downs. I love the people I work with. Seeing them on a daily basis is wonderful. I really missed them. I have 2 mommy friends at school who have been a big source of encouragement. My sub did a phenomenal job. Had I known my kids would have been in such good hands and that I wouldn't come back to a complete mess, I would have taken more time off. I like my classes. Watching my sub teach on Monday (we get a few overlap days to ease the transition) made me realize that I really do like doing my job. I was excited to teach the next day. My kids were excited to see me. I had 2 students tell me they were SOOOOO glad I was back. Past students have stopped by and asked about the baby and asked to see pictures. Fun stuff! High schoolers are neato (most of the time)! I didn't have to worry about Lauren's care. Daddy and Grandma Koehler (my best friend's mom) are great!
Getting up at 5:15 or sometimes 4:50 (or one morning at 3:50...I couldn't fall back asleep) was quite rough. I was used to sleeping until 8:30. I started going to bed earlier, but with a baby that still wakes up 1 to 2 times a night, 5 a.m. is not my friend. I felt more tired last week than I did the first few weeks we brought Lauren home. My house is a disaster. I spilled rice on the floor last week and it's still there. :). Pumping at work is a total pain. It takes up SO much time. At least I don't have to eat lunch alone when I pump. My good friend Melissa joins me and we have a pumping party. She had a baby 3 weeks after me. We burst out laughing one day trying to eat lunch while pumping. We really need a third hand. It was just a funny sight.
The weekend was amazing. 2 days spent with my girl. I got to see her when she woke up! Mornings are my favorite time with her. She's so happy and smiley. Overall, the week was ok. We survived. I hear it just gets easier. I'm thankful, but I'm pretty sure I'm going to live for the weekends like I never have before.
And here's a picture of her cuteness. She'll be 4 months soon. I love her SO much.
3 comments:
I can only imagine how hard it would be to pump while eating your lunch! ;) That's some impressive multi-tasking!!!! What a committed mommy you are! Hope you have a great week!
Love you!
I'm just so glad that it is Brian and Grandma Cathy watching Lauren! And pumping over lunch....they must give you a longer lunch than I've ever gotten! I'm glad you have a friend you can eat and pump with!
Oh Andrea,
I so remember the very first time I had to go back to work with Ellie. I felt like I could not either job well, mommy or nurse. I cried and yelled and complained how unfair it was, I couldn't bear to leave my baby behind while I was taking care of someone else's baby. I am glad you had a good first couple days back. You can love your job and your baby too. And good luck with pumping! I've done it in some strange places!
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