(Maddie, who has recently discovered her feet) What I've learned:
- My child is priority #1 over all else
- The world does not revolve around me
- I do not have to rearrange my entire life... organizing makes all the difference
- I don't need 8 hours of sleep to function normally
- Moms are hot
- Diaper changing is easy... just be sure to use the right size diapers (don't learn the hard way)
- Being spat or soiled on is not a problem... let it go and bring an extra shirt if you're going out
- Not every cry or noise is a sign of distress
- Taking time for myself is OK... just make sure mom gets time too
- Hiring a baby sitter is not the end of the world
- There is no such thing as having too many baby clothes, blankets or burp cloths
- There is no such thing as too many pictures or video
- Baby toys are entertaining for both babies and adults (gotta love technology)
- Shopping for baby clothes is more fun than going to Fry's (almost, but not quite)
- Strapping in baby and lifting the car seat is second nature
- Baby inherently trusts mom and dad above all else (lead by example)
- Pretty much anything can be accomplished with one arm
- There is such a thing as a "schedule" for baby. It's up to mom and dad to make it happen. Much patience required, but it will set in. I'm a believer!
- I will never love anything more than my child (and any future children)
