Newborns and stuff

Yeah, this blog may founder a bit at the beginning because I am so busy trying to mother two children and not pull my frickin hair out.
I really don't enjoy the newborn stage very much. Things really don't get fun for me until about 6 months of age or so...at least that is how it was with A.
Random thoughts:
People who tell you that breastfeeding doesn't hurt are liars trying not to scare you. Why would they make stuff like lanolin spread for your nip.ples and gel soothers that you put in the freezer if no one's nips ever hurt? Both times my first few weeks of b-fing have had my nips on fire at first latch. This time was even worse because W wanted to do nothing but nurse the first 48 hours of her life. She even slept with her face in my bare breasts in the hospital because she could not bear to be anywhere else. By the time my milk came in both nips were cracked and bleeding so much that just the idea of nursing her made me want to cry. Then the engorgement comes, which is fun.
No one also tells you about the majesty that is lochia. Google it if you don't already know what it is. It is like having your period for 3 weeks straight. Because the one thing you really want to do after 9 months of no periods is have a period for almost a month. Especially when you are dealing with sleep deprivation, lactation, and general hormonal issues.
Don't ever try on your pre-pregnancy pants until you are at least a month out from giving birth. Unless you are one of those whores who wears their pre-pregnancy pants home from the hospital. If that is the case, don't read my blog any more because I hate you.
People will lie to you and tell you that you look good for just having had a baby. It is nice to hear but completely false. If you are like me you probably look like shit warmed over. So don't get comfy where you are because they are just saying that as a courtesy.
If anyone is reading this blog that doesn't have kids already and has any questions let me know. I will give you the straight dope.

Welcome

18 years and counting until little W leaves the nest. This blog will be all about my trials and tribulations with parenting. If you ever feel bad about how you parent your children stop by here...I assure you it will make you feel better about yourself in no time.