The Happiest Heartache I’ve Ever Experienced

The last month or two have been overwhelmingly emotional in our house (just ask my husband). I could chalk it up to pregnancy hormones, and I’m sure they have intensified what I’m feeling, but honestly watching my baby grow up is the happiest heartache I’ve ever experienced.

 Last night, I put my baby to sleep in her big girl bed for the first time because we need the crib for her new baby brother or sister who will be here in just 2 short weeks. Recently, I’ve found myself leaving laundry unfolded, dishes unwashed and other chores undone just so I can spend a few extra minutes of quality time with my sweet girl, soaking in every moment I can. Remembering every little giggle and etching all of her little facial expressions in my brain because our entire world is about to change. 

When the new baby comes home, she won’t be my baby anymore, she’ll be my big girl. 

When the new baby comes home, I’ll be reminded everyday how independent she has become.

And I know when the new baby comes home, my little, big girl will seem even bigger than she does now. 

Friends, family, pediatricians, they all try to prepare you to be the best parent you can be, but no one ever prepares you for the heartache you will experience watching your child grow up!