The Transition From A Mom Of Two To A Mom Of Three

So our third little one has finally arrived. Christine you have joined our family at the time when God saw fit to add another blessing to our lives. Yes this is another transition period for my family and I. This by far has been the hardest transition as a parent going from two little ones to three. Since I have to now give my attention, love, and making sure I meet the needs of all three of my littles. I know it'll get somewhat easier as they get older but for this phase right now I am in a state of what in the world how do people do this. Mainly when they all are having a meltdown at the same time and each one needs my attention but eventually things calm down and get back in order.

For this pregnancy I delivered yet again by a cesearn. All three of my babies were delivered by cesearn. I have been in pain before but this is just a lot. I can't lay flat on my back or my incision will hurt since I still have the staples in. Then I am up every few hours nursing the baby and to make matters even more wonderful our middle little one Naomi has not been feeling well these past few days. Once the staples are out I will feel a lot better and in less pain. So far with nursing for this newest little one Christine has by far been the best experience breastfeeding journey so far. So far she has taken to nursing really well no issue so far and she is gaining weight nicely. With my oldest Olivia was drinking more than I could produce so I had to supplement with formula for a few months, then finally when she was 7 months old. I was able to strictly nurse the reminder of the time she actually nursed until I was 7 months pregnant with our middle little Naomi and then self-weaned. When Naomi arrived it was rough start to my breastfeeding journey with her because she had a tongue tie issue making it hard for her to latch on which it wasn't able to be corrected until she was 2 months. So I ended supplementing with her as well she self-weaned from nusring on her on when she was 6 months old. I guess when Naomi self-weaned at 6 months since my milk could've changed. I had conceived our youngest Christine but I wasn't aware of it until 18 weeks into the pregnancy since I had no symptoms. (Yes a real life I didn't know I was pregnant). My doctor assured me that it is more common to become pregnant and not know especially if your body is still recovering from a recent pregnancy.

We are making great strides with our oldest little Olivia who is 3 years old has been toilet training like a champ these past few weeks we just have to get her adjusted to going poo on the toilet and we will be all set. Our oldest two babies have taken to their baby sister amazingly no jealousy, no reverting to wanting to nurse for our middle little, or wanting to be in diapers for our oldest little. They have made the process a lot easier than I was thinking in my mind. I am extremely greatful for my community that is here to help me raise my littles in the sight of the Lord. My wonderful family, church family, and friends who have offered their prayers, advice, help when needed, and encouraging words. I know God will see me through and provide for me in the areas where I lack and also feel as if I am inadequate and not enough. He is a faithful and wonderful provider.