A baby girl is born....

[dizzyjam]

This week I've been mainly at the hospital with my wife as on Tuesday she gave birth to our daughter which we named Tehilla. I feel so much behind on things, but I'm so happy and even if I'm a bit prejudiced I think she's really cute, and I think she looks a lot like her mother too. I just thought I'd let you guys on here know about this. My boy is certainly having a reaction to everything, but he's adjusted pretty good considering. Hope your week has been a good one too even if in a different way.

[veryblessedmom]

Congratulations. I've heard that baby girls really exist. I have three boys but see little people in pink and big hair bows, so they must be real. Can give no advice on raising them.

My oldest was 25 months when he became a big brother the first time. By day five he spoke a 5 word sentence. A big deal for a 2 year 1 month old. It was "Take baby back to hospital." That's been his sentiment ever since

[dizzyjam]

Fascinating. My boy is three and he just ignores her for the most part unless she's crying, then he looks on in curiosity. Of course, today he gave her a ride in her bassinet around the living room; it has wheels. Maybe he was trying in his own way to accept her and bond with her. Or maybe he just found something with wheels to push and his baby sister went along for the ride. Either way, he wasn't too rough with it as I would have expected. As time progresses I'll find out more on what he thinks of this.

[veryblessedmom]

Now, that same boy loves the youngest boy to death. The last baby did not take his place as baby of the house and he was 3 1/2 when he came along. The middle boy does not like the baby much.As much as my oldest dislikes the middle one, he's still the protective older brother. He grabs him if he gets near the road and pushed him away from a fountain at the zoo when he got too close. He loves both brothers and both look up to him and both adore him.Oh, not to scare you, but if you thought one child changed your life, you ain't seen nothing yet. I mean that in a good way, and a life changing way that's uncomfortable but good for you. Like weight lifting or Yoga. You start using muscles you didn't know you had, but it's a good thing

[Christian Soldier]

Awww! Grats, DJ!

[dizzyjam]

Hmmm.....had this site opened in a tab and forgot I was still logged in. Thought I'd check before closing it out. Thanks, Glyn. And Very Blessed Mom, I'm looking forward to the changes just as I did before. I think keeping a positive attitude helps you get through the bad stuff, that and recognizing that the only way to keep a positive attitude is through the power of the Holy Spirit. God bless you all, and good night for now.

[metalikhan]

Congratulations, DJ and Mom! (And big brother, too!) And welcome, Tehilla!

The only advice I can think of at the moment is never starch the ruffles on her baby and toddler clothes. She'll grow up viewing dress-up clothes as torture devices.

I pray all are doing well.

[veryblessedmom]

Children are a blessing from the Lord. You get a picture of God that you could never have without being a parent. As hard as it is at times, I wouldn't trade anything for them and would never want to be the me I was before they came.

God will give you everything you need. When you think you can't do anymore He will strengthen you.

And even if your little boy doesn't understand yet, his little sister is a blessing to him too. I pray they grow up to be close to the Lord all the days of their lives.

[Jeff Gerke]

Congratulations, David!

Now you're really going beyond the charts.

[morganlbusse]

Congrats DJ! I've found having kids is the best way to learn patience, unselfishness, love beyond any bounds you know, and closer glimpse at our own Heavenly Father

[Teskas]

Congratulations, Dizzyjam.

[dizzyjam]

Jun 29, 2009 7:26:36 GMT -5 Jeff Gerke said:

Congratulations, David!

Now you're really going beyond the charts.

Hah-hah! That's good, Jeff! And thanks.