Drinking together is something we have been looking forward to since day one. Even though we just went to a bar with his lovely sober friend Brian (thank you!) we felt like it was a HUGE stepping stone. Not only we're we going out to have a good time as a couple but it was also our first time away from our 11 day old baby girl.
She's so precious. She really is true perfection. I could go on about how ecstatic we are but I think y'all can see that. I wonder if anyone is scolding us right now as parents. "Who in their right mind would leave their newborn at home so soon?!" Me! :) Helloooo people, I'm feeling great and (let me toot my own horn) I look great, three pounds off from my starting pregnancy weight! That's only one reason, the others: my parents (their last night) and Ev's mother were in town and able to care for Ila and I had breast milk ready for use. Im going to say that's enough to treat my lovely boyfriend and I to a nice night out on the town.
She was always on our minds, I can't tell you how worried I was at first or how many times I mentioned missing her. I felt as if I was leaving an arm or leg behind. <----- That right there is another reason why I wanted to go out. I "needed" to separate myself from her. I latch on to her. Not saying that I don't latch to her now that I've left her last night, no, she's definitely laying on me now. Just saying I want to build her tolerance to being away from us, or should I say build our tolerance to being away from her...
Ultimately, I'm learning how important it is for all couples to find alone time, no matter when they find it appropriate to start doing so, it must be done. As soon as we get our little princess on a schedule we'll be able to find more quality alone time. We believe in family centered parenting, strong families build strong children. And we are a strong beastly family.
Love that you got to go out its a good thing for you to be able to have alone time after having a little one :)
ReplyDeleteGood for you babe. I left Grant to go see a movie when he was 5 days old. I did all the same prep you did and it was fine. ;) (It was the Lord of the Rings Premiere. I couldn't handle waiting, lol) To this day, I can't remember a time where he has flipped out when I had to leave, he and Ava have never had a problem with that. You and Ev are SO on the right path! You will find that not only is it extremely important for you two to have some grown up time, but it's great for her to know she's "ok" when you're not around. You ARE building a GREAT foundation! Plus, that's what grandparents are for! <3 Just loving what amazing parents you guys are and tickled that you are willing to share your experiences with all of us. Keep up the good work, never give up on yourself. You are a BEAST! Love you!
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