Over the past few days, I've been feeling very emotional. Maybe it's because...
-visiting my classroom this Monday with Jacob made me realized that I will no longer be with him 24/7. I am so bummed!
-having the babysitter start on Monday.
-someone at Costco telling me that Jacob was very small for his age. It was the first time I heard that comment so it caught me by surprise. It made me kinda sad. Is it okay to feel this way?
-Jeremy making a comment (I know that I am making it more than it is) about how Jacob's progress is slowing down a bit.
I'm not very happy today.
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Hi Sopa - I have been feeling emotional too, so maybe there is something in the air!
Going back to work is going to be such a HUGE transition. If you didn't feel emotional about it, I would say there is something wrong.
And the reality of Jacob seeming smaller than others at this age -- well... he was born 14 weeks early! Of course he is on the smaller side, silly Momma! But they say by 2 years old they catch up. Focus on how extremely healthy he is. I read about so many micro preemies that are not so lucky.
Jacob is perfect in every way and is developing by leaps and bounds.
As you satrt this new phase in your lifes, working at being a mom, just remember that you are an amazing mom and Jacob loves you so much!
Last sentence... I meant "working AND being a mom" not "working AT being a mom".
You are already the best mommy ever!
Your little man is miracle, an example of how even the smallest amongst us can persevere and overcome. Don't let anyone put doubts in your head. And all babies/children hit plateaus in their development - preemie or not.
Returning to work after a new baby has always sucked for me and I didn't have to work near as hard to get them here. Even Ben comes down with the end of the summer blues right before school starts. And we all face the reality of individuals who say things that are insensitive. Of course it is okay to feel the way you do. Feelings are never wrong. Go with it just don't give in to it. The sad and hard times are hat make the joyful times that much more wonderful. Good luck in your new endeavors. Our thoughts are with you.
Pa, sorry my computer wouldn't let me make comments until now, so I could only read and not respond!! So here I am to tell you that I love you tons and I'm sorry about the work thing, but I know you're good at what you do and although you may not be w/ Jacob, you will have such a valuable and positive impact on the children you are with. O.K. that may not help, but it's true. We miss you and are excited to see you next month.
I hope things get better! I definitley agree with Amy about you making a difference in the lifes of you students!!!! On a side note...I keep meaning to tell you/Jeremy that indeed Isaac did end up picking up a piece of POO on one of our lovely Sunday walks shortly after our last visit up there! YUCK!!!
Any transition is difficult- but the one you are making at this time is the hardest! You are leaving your first born- and a preemie at that- in a new enviornment without your there to watch over him. Jacob will be fine; God has been with him every step of the way and He is not going to let him falter now! Small for his age?? And from a stranger at COSTCO? Half the people that go there, including me, don't know anything! In closing, the time you spend with Jacob will now be extremely special for both you and him as you both realize that time with mommy/baby is special indeed. I love you Sopha!
Love you Sopha.
Pa, I love you!
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