Emerson Kigan Martineau
I have
started this post so many times. Not sure how to express my feelings on labor
and now motherhood. So many things occurred that have made me grateful for
life, my new sweet baby and my husband. Labor was not easy, postpartum not
easy, and but being a mom so priceless. I would not change a single
thing.
Each day has been an
improvement. By the way breast-feeding not as easy as I thought it would be,
it's actually really hard! Natural smatural haha.... But I have not given up
and Emerson hasn't either. We have finally connected and it has been much
better lately. He is so patient with me! I actually really love it, the
connection you establish is so amazing. Their sweet little faces and hands
snuggled in. He holds my finger and it is so reassuring and tender. ;) Babies
are a lot more durable than we give them credit for. I lived everyday and
enjoyed each of Emerson's growth spurts, through those first six weeks. Even
though that is the hardest time, I loved every minute I had with him.
Emerson came out strong
and ready to bear the weight of the world. He has such a vibrant spirit and is
so peaceful and loving. He smiled at only 3 days old, and has been such a
copycat ever since! I can't believe it has taken me this long to post. I just
would rather spend my whole day snuggling with that little dude! I never
realized how true a mother’s love is. Also mother’s intuition is so mind blowing to me at times! I know the spirit is with
me and guides me to know what Emerson needs. I am so grateful for that.
It was an amazing
experience that went by way too fast. I had the best nurses and dr.'s looking
out for me, and wouldn't have changed a thing. I feel so spiritually connected
with my Heavenly Father, and savior. I believe the veil thins just a little
when you welcome a new baby on this earth. I know my grandmother was there with
me, she is so special and I know she was with Emerson. It is a moment in time
that will be dear to my heart. I will let the picture speak for themselves....
More to come now that I am on my game a little better....
Emerson Kigan Martineau
April 10, 2014
8lbs 12oz
21 inches
Head full of hair, Auburn
might I add...
He has beautiful stormy eyes, and squish swollen
little face. Had my heart wrapped around his finger the minute I met him, and
his daddy's too.
