Well, this is my first official post as the mom of two kids on the outside! Our second son arrived 3 days before his due date on Thursday last week, so we're fully immersed in the two-under-two life for another month until Big Bro turns 2. So far, so good, though I'm certain our veteran parenting has a lot to do with it. We've been getting some decent (and I say "decent" with a hefty dose of perspective here-- we still have a newborn!) sleep, which I equate to a very good 7lb nurser. Our first son was 5lb at birth (and ate all the time) and we struggled to nurse for the first 6 weeks (but we eventually got the hang of it and lasted just about a year). Also, knowing that things get better and newborns eventually become a little less helpless (AND THEY SMILE!!) helps for sure. That said, I am so glad I prepped some things for us during the weeks before his arrival. Not only do I have a million muffins, I have leftovers of this tasty enchilada dish that we enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, ...
