Beating the Baby Blues

These past 3 weeks have been exhilarating and exhausting. Nigel had to go back to work, so I've been on my own during the days and nights with Caleb. I am starting to adjust to the lack of sleep and am really enjoying getting to know him more and more every day.

Even though I've had a lot of help from family and friends, I still get overwhelmed sometimes. I've had a touch of the baby blues as my hormones continue to settle and I get used to this new life. I cry at the drop of a dime and freak out at the cat every now and then. Nigel has been so helpful and supportive. He checks in with me often and takes Caleb when he gets home from work so that I can have a break. Aside from doctor's appointments and one outing, I've basically stayed home with him every day. But today I decided to take him on his first walk. It was a beautiful day, so I bundled Caleb up and we set out for a nice walk to Dunkin Donuts and a stroll through the common. I can't tell you how good it felt to be outside. The leaves on the trees were beautiful shades of orange and yellow. We saw several squirrels and heard the birds sing. I breathed in the fresh air and immediately felt my sprits lift. We walked by a baseball field and I thought of how fun it will be for Nigel and I to go to Caleb's sporting events when he gets older. I ran into a friend who was riding his bike through the common and then made my way back home.

When I got home I felt so rejuvenated. I realized how important it is to get out of the house every now and then. This will be a bit challenging when the winter comes, but for now I'm taking advantaged of the weather while it is still nice out.