My first glimpse of support from the beginning of our new life was James as I was having Susie. I am not going to get all nasty cause I hate other people's birth stories haha but anyways, I have never been so in love with him. As I was having her James was right by my side the entire time. Cheering me on. Literally. "Come on Oli." "You're amazing." "She is almost here." In between contractions he was giving me spoonfuls of ice and making me laugh. The doctor said he has never seen someone laugh as much as us during labor. Man, I just kept thinking, "I am so blessed to have married James. He is my best friend my support and the best dad anyone could ask for.
Cuddling is their favorite.Second, my sister Lenzi. Lenzi felt like I needed her and drove 8 hours to see me. It was so nice having her here. She came to her two week appointment with me and held my hand as I had to get a blood patch. I kept having. Horrible migraines. So bad that I couldn't talk or do anything. She made me tell the doctor witch let me to the hospital. I had leaked spinal fluid from my epidural and so they put blood back into my spine. (Blood patch:)) She stood right by my side as I was in tons of pain and she gave me all the support and talked me through it all. I know if Lenzi wouldn't have been their I wouldn't have told the doctor and gotten it fixed.
Next is my parents. They also drove 8+ hours to be with us. We found out right befit we were supposed to be discharged that Susie had to spend another night in the hospital. My mom held me as I cried and stayed at a hotel waiting for us to get discharged.
Although those are very few examples I have felt so much more support during this time of newly motherhood. I have felt our heavenly fathers love more than I ever have before. Being a first time mother is so nerve racking and scary. However with others and with faith it is possible. I am so greatful for the love and support I have felt. I feel so blessed. Beyond words.
