Starting this off

I used to be a journaler, one who journals. Since I got married I stopped. I'm disappointed that I stopped because it always helped me clear my head! So now that I am a mom I really want to document my experiences. He's my joy and I want to remember all the silly things we go through and I want to share it with you!

Let me tell you about how I became a mom. My labor and delivery was awesome. 8 hours from start to finish. I had a fantastic doula that really supported me and helped me relax. My husband was incredible and stayed strong for me and helped me get through it. It really wasn't as painful as I thought it would be. At first it felt like bad menstrual cramps, then as I progressed it felt like the worst menstrual cramps I've ever had. I did it medication free and I am proud of that! I learned a lot about my strength during that. I think epidurals and meds are a good thing if you need it to help relax and refocus your energy.

I had people praying for me during my whole pregnancy and throughout my labor and delivery. While I was getting ready to push, the verse "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me" repeated over and over in my head. Then 30 minutes later, Konor Nikolas was here! All 10lbs 14.8oz of him! WHOO HOO!!

He was born in January of 2010 and I was never so tired in the first few weeks. Wow, that's an adjustment. But really you get used to the lack of sleep and just live life. I had 4 months of maternity leave and I loved every second of it. I cried on certain nights when I realized I wouldn't have these personal moments day in, day out with my son all the time. That I would have to return to work and figure out how to be a great mom, a great wife and a great employee. Bleh. That was not appealing to me. The wife and mom thing, awesome. But having to leave my son? No way. That's another blog though.

When we brought Konor home I was so nervous. I have a background in Early Childhood, but this was SO incredibly different. I had no idea what to do with him and I was so tired anyways, that I just wanted to sleep for a good solid week. But I, like I said, adjusted. We hardly left the house because it was winter in Alaska. Cold and dark. But once spring and summer came we were outside, taking walks, playing etc. That was so fun!

So I think that's a good beginning. I'm sure I'll post more about my experience as we go. Enjoy my journey! I am so happy to be on this wild ride!