We are beginning to see the light of day here on Lee Avenue! Literally and figuratively. Rowan is sleeping well and we are finding our rhythm + routine as a family. Like my pregnancy posts, I thought I would continue to mark the passage of time with a monthly photo and some reflective journaling. Of course, my posts are always dependent on Rowan and our schedule. So although Rowan is almost 7 weeks old, here are my ramblings about our first month together.
Month 1:
As just like that, in a blink of an eye, my Rowan-girl is one month old. It is hard to believe that she came into this world a little over 4 weeks ago; and yet, it is hard to imagine life without her. My life has certainly changed....who knew that going to the bathroom alone would be so exhilarating! Aaron and I joked that I would be pregnant forever. But thankfully Rowan-girl arrived into this world 10 days after my due date on November 15th at 5:35 pm. She weighed 8 pounds 3 ounces and measured 19.5 inches. Today, she weighs 8 pounds 5 ounces and measures 21 inches.
Although it feels like I lifetime ago, there are so many things I want to remember from those early days. I want to remember the outpouring of love we received from family and friends in the hours and days after her birth. I want to remember her "cute" faint cry and instantly feeling the need to protect her. I want to remember how resilent she was as she had an echocardiogram done at Sick Kids Hospital. I want to remember thinking if the nurses realized how little we knew about looking after a newborn, they wouldn't let us leave the hospital. I want to remember her skinny legs and the sweet squeaks she makes from her bassinet when sleeping. I want to remember the relief I felt when she started to gain weight. I want to remember how we struggled and perservered with breastfeeding. I want to remember the appreciation I felt for my mom for all the things she has done for me and my family in the first days of Rowan's life. I want to remember how proud I was when I managed to go to doctor's and grocery shop on the same day. I want to remember how happy and fulfilled Aaron and I feel our lives are at this very moment. There are so many things I want to remember.
Now a month into this world, Rowan is starting to coo, smile and kick. She is incredibly strong and likes to wiggle when she gets upset. Overnight it seems like her head and neck are more stable. Her eyelashes are never-ending and her eyes remain a deep colour of blue. It is unclear if she will be left handed or right handed. She is either content or crying. Rowan likes to be held and prefers to be held + walking. Everyone says she looks like her daddy.
It has been and interesting journey with some high and low points. We look forward to watching Rowan grow and seeing what the next month has in store for us.
Happy New's Years!
