A Day of First's

Sunday was my first mother's day, my first run after having Zoe, and her first month birthday.

My first mother's day was great. For the first part of the morning, all 3 of us just hung out being lazy in bed. I was lucky enough to get Tyler to stay home from turkey hunting, and spend the day with us. He hung out with Zoe, so I could go on a run. I have been feeling really good, and thought I would just go for an easy jog. I will be honest, my body did feel a bit weird. My core felt very loose, I guess is the only word I can think of to explain it. You other mothers out there can probably relate to the feeling. It did feel really good though. I was only able to run up to 28 wks while pregnant, so it had been a while. Running for me is not just exercise, it the best way I can relieve stress, it is very therapeutic, so I was very anxious to get going again.

Tyler made us breakfast later that morning, and then watched Zoe again in the afternoon while I took a nap. We then spent the evening with other great mothers, my mother-in-law Diane, Grandma Bell on Tyler's side, Tyler's aunt Josie, and sister-in-law Emily. My mom and dad were in Phoenix, we had a little celebration for her on Friday before they left.

Sunday Zoe also turned 1 month old, and I can't even believe it! She has already changed so much, and time has just flown by. I can't believe how amazing it is to be a mom, nothing like I ever imaged. I have even more respect for moms now that I am one. It is hard, but the most rewarding thing ever. I truly know the feeling of unconditional love. I have loved watching Tyler turn into a dad. He comes home from work, and all he wants to do is hold and hang out with his girl. I am so lucky and feel so blessed to have this girl in my life, and can't imagine it without her.

 

I love watching her sleep. She has so many expressions, and noises it just melts my heart! I love that she sleeps just like me, all spread out, and arms up. I love her so much!

 1 month ago