If you guys are still with me after seeing the naked orb that is our new little man then congrats! (always was a bit of a nudist).
I sometimes look in the mirror and can't believe this is my body, I guess it's kinda only half mine right now. Here's why I am most afraid of this guy's very imminent arrival: he's new. Not old. I like old things, I know what to do with them, how to care for them. New things I know nothing about!
I spent the first 7 months panicked about basic things. How will I know when he's full? How will I know if he's cold? How will I know when he's sick? Now that I am a little more comfortable with this whole thing I am now panicked about my business that I LOVE more than anything. How will I shop? How will I take photos? How will I list stuff? I really, really love what I do and thankfully have a super amazing husband who has a business right below our apartment so with our flexible schedules we are both hoping that, obviously after a hiatus, I can continue to run both shops. It seems like the best thing to do at this point is just "imagine" how I'd like it to be and go from there. So, Wildfell and The Slipperie will be staying, our baby will sleep many glorious hours, I'll go back to a 25" waist and the cat will stay out of the crib......ha ha ha ha ha.....oh god wish me luck. Countdown to due date is 12 days.
goodness, that is an adorable baby belly. i am so excited to "meet" the little guy! you'll do fine.... no worries, mama :)
ReplyDeleteI'm a rare "commenter," but a long time lover of your shop, and you, and this post. You will throw him in the car, and in the cart, and anywhere else you go...he will wear little trousers and bow ties and he will be a little gentleman. And, the cat will always sleep in the crib. sending so much peace and love to your birth!! xo, erica
ReplyDeleteYou know what, your fears and worries are valid. Every mother will have the same thoughts (I did!) but when he arrives, your instincts will kick in and you'll soon be a little pro at doing the mommy thing. I'm sure you'll find a way to run your stores as usual with adjustments here and there. Also, don't be afraid to ask for help from family and friends when you need it. 12 days! How exciting! Looking forward to meeting the little man!
ReplyDeleteOh wow, I'm so excited for you! You're such an amazing women...you'll be able to pull it all off with such grace and ease that it will make women like me (slightly ADD, disorganized, etc.) hate you. lol. Wishing you the best of luck with the new arrival and all the adjustments!
ReplyDeleteOne thing's for sure: your little guy will have a great set of parents who love him a whole bunch, and that's what's most important. Congratulations!
ReplyDeleteyou are not alone!! and I can already tell you're going to be an amazing mother and still run an amazing business. You have great support and great work ethic. It won't be easy, but you'll definitely make it work. It won't be the same as before, and it will be harder, but it will be that much better!! Yay for baby!
ReplyDeleteI'll be honest: I have NO IDEA how you'll do it! I'm amazed at all you've done while pregnant! But I do know there are moms out there (like Anna) who manage it, and I'm pretty sure you'll figure it out, too. I'm very excited for you. xo
ReplyDelete12 days! Wow!
ReplyDeleteI'm the last to offer any sort of advice when it comes to babies but you are one amazing woman and I'm sure you'll be able to manage everything perfectly.
xo