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Lola Jane Pitt arrived at 2:09pm, weighing in at seven pounds even. Mother and baby are both doing absolutely great.
So...now what do I do?
Kali
(55,014 posts)enjoy baby and sleep when you can
congrats
Xyzse
(8,217 posts)First child changes the family quite a bit. Especially a daughter.
Prepare to feel over-protective at all times.
I'm an Uncle, and I am already over-protective on my niece.
Well, I have Cigars I got from the Dominican Republic a few years back...
I bought it out of a whim, and don't plan to use them. You're free to one or two of them.
graywarrior
(59,440 posts)Congratulations, Pitt!
LiberalEsto
(22,845 posts)It's a big adventure.
There are ups and downs.
It's all worth it, every bit of it.
benld74
(9,904 posts)rocktivity
(44,576 posts)or have you been the victim of the second best April Fool's Day Joke I ever heard of?
rocktivity
Raven
(13,893 posts)believe me.
progressivejazzredux
(44 posts)and really good perfume. Let the mother know that even as a mother, she's still your girlfriend.
Enjoy every minute of Lola's life. You won't get those minutes back.
Arugula Latte
(50,566 posts)The Velveteen Ocelot
(115,735 posts)Same rule applies as for kittens and puppies.
Congratulations!
Callmecrazy
(3,065 posts)To cover your bail for beating the shit out of the first guy that makes her cry.
Seriously.
And congratulations, man!
ETA: And teach her the most important thing... The Yankees SUUUCCCKKKK!
hlthe2b
(102,294 posts)EvilAL
(1,437 posts)cyberswede
(26,117 posts)And seriously, when people say to nap when you can, they're not kidding. The first three months of parenthood are like a mysterious black hole.
Congratulations to you and your wife!
RebelOne
(30,947 posts)Now, what do you do? Prepare for a lot of sleepless nights.
DinahMoeHum
(21,794 posts). . .your priorities are your daughter and your better half.
Congratulations and Godspeed.
In_The_Wind
(72,300 posts)Congratulations Daddy!
Everything ..........
Skraxx
(2,977 posts)pamela
(3,469 posts)Congratulations, Will.
NV Whino
(20,886 posts)There goes the next 18 years of your life.
LeftInTX
(25,383 posts)Your wife is going to feel extremely overwhelmed when she arrives home. Having everything she needs within in arms reach, such as food, water, diapers, wipes etc will help so much.
siligut
(12,272 posts)Be happy and do whatever needs to be done
Cha
(297,323 posts)Now you look forward to all the changes in the rest of your lives!
mwdem
(4,031 posts)Lola Jane is one lucky baby girl! Congratulations to you and your lovely wife. (My bf's daughter recently had a baby girl they named Zelda Jane!)
xiamiam
(4,906 posts)warrior1
(12,325 posts)riderinthestorm
(23,272 posts)olddots
(10,237 posts)you will obtain the patience level of a saint and you will be a daddy for life.
Paulie
(8,462 posts)Take a nap then make sure you have supplies at home: Diapers, rash cream, some container for the toxic waste, and don't let the hospital keep the oversized receiving blankets. Take everything the nurses give you. Like that plastic hair brush, its awesome for years.
Enjoy!!!
Oh, and nows the time to open the 529 college savings plan. A great place to put gift cash from grandparents and others... Putting in $25/mo or so will make a difference in he long run.
Demeter
(85,373 posts)and you and your wife are in it together. Remember that, and you'll be ahead of at least 50% of your sex.
Moondog
(4,833 posts)Q: Now what do you do?
A: The best that you can.
Trajan
(19,089 posts)POOF! .... life completely changed ...
Now get back to work ! .... College in 18 years ....
Lone_Star_Dem
(28,158 posts)Congratulations to you dad, and to mom.
Now you sit back, strap yourself in and prepare for the most amazing ride of your life! Take tons of pictures, she's going to change almost daily and you'll need the cute ones to remind you why you adore her so much when she goes through her early teen years. Don't be afraid of those years though, they're a part of the amazing journey to adulthood your little girl embarked on today.
I'm so happy for the both of you. This is such a beautiful chapter of your lives to be embarking on.
rhett o rick
(55,981 posts)elleng
(130,974 posts)Have a baby car seat? Does hospital provide one?
October
(3,363 posts)Congratulations, all!
Welcome to the world, Lola Jane.
Andy Stanton
(264 posts)Your life will never be the same.
Bernardo de La Paz
(49,010 posts)Spend quantity time with them both, especially the child. Quantity becomes quality.
Raise a thinking questioning curious loving human being. I know you can do it.
Good luck and best wishes.
bigwillq
(72,790 posts)I like the name Lola.
Cleita
(75,480 posts)Mira
(22,380 posts)The whole rest of your life will be changed, starting on April Fool's day.
Congratulations!
Oh happy day. I am so glad everybody is fine and perfect.
SCVDem
(5,103 posts)Have a nice life!
NYC_SKP
(68,644 posts)Be well, Will Pitt.
And be humble. I know you'll work even harder with this much more at stake!
Blessings upon you child, Lola Jane!
MrScorpio
(73,631 posts)rurallib
(62,423 posts)man - they grow so fast.
Did I say GET A LOT OF PICTURES?
redstatebluegirl
(12,265 posts)This shows her by example how she should be treated by men. Congratulations Dad!
hue
(4,949 posts)Cane4Dems
(305 posts)Now next step is to make sure that she grows up as a liberal haha (jk obv she will).....in all seriousness though enjoy the time and i hope you create many great memories with your newborn
sarisataka
(18,663 posts)watch everything those nurses do. In a couple days you are going to go home and realize the mistake the hospital made- they send a newborn home with a person who has no idea what to do. They did it to me, twice
Enjoy the good, the bad and everything in between. Some day you will fondly remember those sleepless nights and wish you had one more- though not too long or late.
Congrats
p.s. you always have less diapers on hand than you think...
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Cracklin Charlie
(12,904 posts)You go and buy lipstick and playtime high heels, of course!
Congratulations to the new parents! Cherish your time together.
Dyedinthewoolliberal
(15,577 posts)Yo_Mama
(8,303 posts)Congrats.
LiberalLoner
(9,762 posts)mgc1961
(1,263 posts)Tx4obama
(36,974 posts)You'll have at least the next 18 years to figure it all out
beveeheart
(1,369 posts)you'll be amazed at how quickly they passed. So take it easy and enjoy every day!
MiddleFingerMom
(25,163 posts).
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And remember -- "Whatever Lola wants... Lola gets!!!"
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Iwillnevergiveup
(9,298 posts)What a day for you and your wife! All first-time parents panic whether they admit it or not. Fortunately, you very quickly get the hang of it and your life changes forever in a good way. Yes, sleep will be less attainable for awhile, but soon Lola will settle into a routine which gives you time to ENJOY her.
Congratulations - well done!
A Little Weird
(1,754 posts)PatSeg
(47,501 posts)Congratulations!!!
mountain grammy
(26,625 posts)rosesaylavee
(12,126 posts)Congratulations to you and your lovely wife!
pacalo
(24,721 posts)I love the name!
Welcome to the night-owl time zone! You won't get quality sleep for awhile, but just keep in mind that it won't be forever.
Fun, fun, fun times to come -- there's nothing more rewarding than being a parent.
UtahLib
(3,179 posts)just cuddle her as often as you can. Congratulations, Daddy.
Swamp Lover
(431 posts)etherealtruth
(22,165 posts)Welcome to what will probably be the hardest yet most wonderful part of you life, Dad.
yellerpup
(12,253 posts)Congratulations to you and the Mrs! Lola is a beautiful name.
greatauntoftriplets
(175,742 posts)Babies are fun. Eventually they become teenagers.
emmadoggy
(2,142 posts)is this an April Fools??
Seriously though, Congratulations!! Your life will never be the same. Say goodbye to this for a while. You'll be looking more like this:
But that part doesn't last long and it is so worth it for all the . As she grows, she will be an and a . She will make you and also make you . You'll be doing a lot of this: and a lot of this: and sometimes this: this: and this:
Hopefully those will be tempered with plenty of this:
There will be milestones and firsts along the way, like: to name a few. Just remember when things get really you may feel like or even .
But with lots of love and hard work, you'll eventually get her to this:
Congratulations again!! Enjoy the ride!
Left Coast2020
(2,397 posts)Last edited Tue Apr 2, 2013, 02:10 AM - Edit history (2)
I don't drink this stuff, but keep it around just in case.
Oh, what do you do? Besides panic, prepare for many nights of waking up at 2AM. BTW, The above post (#69) is funny. Its like a historical story book of some kind. Really funny.
democrank
(11,096 posts)Welcome, precious Lola.
RainDog
(28,784 posts)and sleep as much as possible.
arthritisR_US
(7,288 posts)cal04
(41,505 posts)Welcome to the world Lola Jane Pitt!
Now you enjoy the rest of your life with the most precious gift
GoCubsGo
(32,086 posts)Now, go store up on your sleep while you can.
Playinghardball
(11,665 posts)Good luck and congratulations
PDJane
(10,103 posts)And congratulations!
jaysunb
(11,856 posts)Welcome to the "Daddy Club."
OhioChick
(23,218 posts)mentalsolstice
(4,461 posts)Lola is a great name for a baby girl, I really like it! Best wishes...
G
AAO
(3,300 posts)Demoiselle
(6,787 posts)It all goes by so fast... Lola is a great name!
trof
(54,256 posts)Better yet, buy 3.
Unless you're going the 'green' route of cotton diapers.
When our daughter was born in 1971 disposable diapers were relatively new and expensive.
'We' ( Miz t.) cleaned (a very smelly job) and washed cotton diapers (be CAREFUL with the safety pins!), but those diapers made great dish towels and polishing rags for years afterwords. I missed them when they finally wore out.
I think our daughter was in high school by then.
I didn't have a shotgun, but I used to mess around with a bullwhip.
Got to be pretty good with it.
I kept it coiled and hanging from a hook on the mantle over the fireplace.
Just thought it was kind of a funny, quirky thing to have there.
I was "Indiana Jones" before his time.
Years later my daughter told me it really intimidated guys she brought over.
"The word went around that Mr. t. could LITERALLY whip your ass with that thing."
Love the name 'Lola'.
Whatever Lola want, Lola gets.
You'll see.
Congratulations.
Best to you and mom and your mom...Granny!
trof
WillyT
(72,631 posts)Gormy Cuss
(30,884 posts)Congrats to you and your wife.
Faygo Kid
(21,478 posts)Daughter is 37 this year, where did the time go? Ah, but the memories of holidays and vacations in years past - Can't ever take that from me.
840high
(17,196 posts)congrats!!!!
mainer
(12,022 posts)Nothing else will compare. I wish you all the joys that I've experienced.
The Wielding Truth
(11,415 posts)CottonBear
(21,596 posts)You have just met the love of your life!
You will know what to do.
Sweet dreams baby Lola Jane.
PS: Sleep when you can and take a million pictures because it all goes by so quickly even though it does not seem like it at the time!
winter is coming
(11,785 posts)The hormonal changes right after birth make for one hell of a ride.
antigone382
(3,682 posts)...but congratulations anyway...just in case
TNLib
(1,819 posts)Enjoy them while they're young they grow up so fast.
OneGrassRoot
(22,920 posts)Stuart G
(38,436 posts)scarletwoman
(31,893 posts)Lola gets
And little man, little Lola wants you
Make up your mind to have no regrets
Recline yourself, resign yourself, you're through
I always get what I aim for
And your heart'n soul is what I came for
Whatever Lola wants
Lola gets,
Take off your coat
Don't you know you can't win?
You're no exception to the rule,
I'm irresistible, you fool, give in!...Give in!...Give in!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=-g5YNPzr8NM
Congrats, Will!
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polly7
(20,582 posts)Last edited Tue Apr 2, 2013, 11:13 AM - Edit history (1)
One thing I did, - a few days later, of course ........ I planted a tree and named it after my little Karley. He loved that tree! What an exciting time for you all, I know you'll enjoy every second of it.
KatyaR
(3,445 posts)I'm thinking you'll be a terrific dad!
And please do me a favor and buy the book "Cinderella Ate My Daughter" by Peggy Orenstein. It's about the "princess-if-ication" of our girls.
http://www.amazon.com/Cinderella-Ate-Daughter-Dispatches-Girlie-Girl/dp/0061711535
Now, take a nap--you're gonna need it!!!
Loryn
(944 posts)Ilsa
(61,695 posts)Please enjoy something about her every day, even when the days are tough.
You have a daughter. She'll adore you. And her mom.
I can teach her to crochet!
sheshe2
(83,791 posts)Sweet name.
Congratulations to you all.
csziggy
(34,136 posts)Almost forgot:
Manifestor_of_Light
(21,046 posts)Two pieces of free advice as the mother of a now grown daughter:
1. If Mom can breastfeed at all, please do so. As long as possible. I breastfed my child until she weaned herself at two and a half. She got solid food as well, at the appropriate age. My husband, my mother and my mother in law all gave me holy hell for it. I asked them, "Have YOU ever nursed a baby? No? Well then shut up!"
So they shut up. My daughter is much healthier than I am. I was raised on soymilk formula in the 1950s and have a terrible immune system. And if Mom has to go back to work, baby can get formula at the babysitter's, if it's not convenient for mom to pump and refrigerate.
2. Have the baby sleep with you for several months. When I had my baby, she slept with me and her father. She was warm, she was secure. When she woke up hungry, I just put her at the breast, and we both went back to sleep. Problem solved. Nobody had to get up and fix a bottle and lose any sleep.
Now if either one of you is a large person, and are afraid of rolling over on the baby, then get a bed you can put right next to yours. Don't let the kid sleep alone and cry all night. That is not natural and not good for momma, daddy or baby.
I'm a nut about breastfeeding and sleeping with your baby. It worked for me. YMMV.
Again, congratulations on the arrival of the new love of your life!
And please tell Momma, often, how proud of her you are for going through the ordeal of birth and getting through it ok, mentally and physically. That's important for you to do. It really is a great accomplishment to have a healthy mom and healthy baby. That's why we have medical science to help us.
vanlassie
(5,676 posts)eridani
(51,907 posts)Learner's permit! And enjoy all the time between now and then.
BTW, this thread is useless without pictures!
BootinUp
(47,165 posts)I am sure others will post some details regarding the changes.
nolabear
(41,987 posts)Many hugs and good vibes to your new little family.
Voice for Peace
(13,141 posts)take lots of naps, whenever you get a chance
take good care of the mother especially.
all the love you give to the mother goes directly to the baby.
congratulations!!!
freshwest
(53,661 posts)Blue Diadem
(6,597 posts)Welcome to this big wonderful world Lola Jane Pitt!
condoleeza
(814 posts)curlyred
(1,879 posts)mulsh
(2,959 posts)n/t
Tx4obama
(36,974 posts)Brigid
(17,621 posts)You post pictures, that's what you do! Weren't you the one who used to crush us with cute pictures of your.nephew? Congratulations!
grantcart
(53,061 posts)All for the better.
Father of two daughters.
tpsbmam
(3,927 posts)Me! Oooh, ooh, oooh, I know a Lola!
The only Lola I know is frigging A.W.E.S.O.M.E!!!!!!!!!
Who is it? Lola Van Wagenen is the founding director of Clio Visualizing History. Dr. Van Wagenen has an amazing history herself.
I knew her in a previous life for both of us when we lived in NYC. I knew her when she was Lola Redford. Yep, Robert Redford's wife of almost 30 years when they got divorced. She was amazing then, too. (I was a teenager....they were my parents' friends. Spent time with them in Utah, a few dinners & I babysat for their kids a couple of times.)
Excellent name association for me!
Congratulations, Will & all of the Pitts! Wonderful, wonderful times ahead!
defacto7
(13,485 posts)But is she a liberal?
You have great days ahead! I wish I could do it all over again! Enjoy the moments.
shanti
(21,675 posts)to you and your wife, Will! The fun has just begun
Hekate
(90,714 posts)xxqqqzme
(14,887 posts)years. My beautiful grandson was born 4 weeks ago.
Cherish every minute, you cannot imagine how fast time will pass.
tblue
(16,350 posts)Wish you three all the very best!
Cali_Democrat
(30,439 posts)colorado_ufo
(5,734 posts)LOL!
Major congratulations, Dad & Mom!
AverageJoe90
(10,745 posts)Don't know what else to say than.....may your family be happy for many, many years to come, and beyond........
orleans
(34,060 posts)life gets very hard, and sad, for kids that have to grow up in a household where one or both parents have a drinking problem
pay attention to all the little details, savor them, each stage and phase goes by quickly
write letters to her that she can read when she grows up (with descriptions of adorable, weird, funny, puzzling things she did and what mom & dad did, thought, felt, etc.) document the little details of her life and your new life with her
welcome to babyland! throw yourself into it full force, let yourself be wowed and amazed at how perfectly amazing your baby is. two years from now babyland will be gone--it turns into the hood (toddler-hood) so enjoy it while you can.
toddler-hood is great too. you get to see the world in a different perspective, through the eyes of a child, and that's really cool.
and then kid-dom after that. it's all good. every year, every stage, every month, and day. take a deep breath and dive in--i'm sure you'll appreciate it all.
congratulations--wishing all of you a most lovely life together.
ellisonz
(27,711 posts)ReRe
(10,597 posts)#1: Treat that lady like a Queen!
#2: If there is not a rocking chair by the bed, tell the staff to get one, pronto.
#3: After Mama has fed her, swaddle baby Lola Jane up nice and snuggly, and gently take her into your arms. Rock her slowly and sing softly to her. Any songs you know. Doesn't have to be lullabies. My hubby sang "Tie Me Kangaroo Down" and "If your Chewing Gum Looses It's Flavor on the Bedpost Overnight."
#4: Get some sleep whenever you can!
#5: Hand out more cigars? (Do they do that anymore?)
#6: Drink it all in!
Hugs to all!
bluestateboomer
(505 posts)N/T
marzipanni
(6,011 posts)Last edited Tue Apr 2, 2013, 02:24 PM - Edit history (1)
Welcome to the world and all its wonders, little Lola, and Congratulations to your mama and papa, and grand-mère!
lillypaddle
(9,581 posts)This will be the best thing you've ever done.
Phentex
(16,334 posts)And enjoy being a dad. I am happy for you!
The Wizard
(12,545 posts)with congrats and good health to the Pitt family.
Atman
(31,464 posts)Change the fluids regularly.
RiffRandell
(5,909 posts)Congratulations! Not too much advice from me---you and your wife will do just fine.
It may not seem like it, but it really does go by fast. My daughter turned 7 last week and I was watching videos of her first smile, her first steps, etc.... and I was practically in tears.
So happy for you----it's so special. Can't wait for pictures!
GoneOffShore
(17,340 posts)NewJeffCT
(56,828 posts)you'll be shocked at how fast time goes by - I still can't believe my daughter turned 10 six weeks ago.
Congratulations!
marble falls
(57,112 posts)LWolf
(46,179 posts)Hold Lola Jane. Sing to her, dance with her, laugh with her, cry with her, comfort her, watch over her as she explores her world and stretches her wings.
Take care of her mom.
Sleep when you can, and count Lola Jane as your greatest blessing even when you can't.
Beautiful name. Best birthday ever.
KoKo
(84,711 posts)it warms up and the flowers come out...Use a Baby Snuggy..(and not one of those hideous ones where the baby is turned out but with legs wiggling forward ...but one that snuggles her towards you. The walking will be fun for all of you.
Congratulations!
panader0
(25,816 posts)Enjoy every minute--my four are gone and I miss them every day.
BumRushDaShow
(129,117 posts)she will certainly wrap herself around your finger!
union_maid
(3,502 posts)You start learning to do without sleep, of course. That'll come in handy for middle of the night feedings, teething and when she's a teenager.
s-cubed
(1,385 posts)YankeyMCC
(8,401 posts)onyourleft
(726 posts)Congratulations to Raven also. . I'm happy all of you are doing well.
Dawgs
(14,755 posts)Vinnie From Indy
(10,820 posts)Congrats!
veness
(413 posts)MADem
(135,425 posts)hedgehog
(36,286 posts)Beware - they are habit forming!
(mother of 6 here)
Duval
(4,280 posts)quickly find out what to do!! Congratulations! I think that is wonderful!
Renew Deal
(81,863 posts)tk2kewl
(18,133 posts)...and if you figure out what to do, let me in on it.
LibDemAlways
(15,139 posts)it seems like yesterday that we brought her home. The love a parent has for a child is so deep, so heartfelt that it can't be put into words. It can only be experienced. Best to you, your wife, and your beautiful daughter as you embark on an amazing journey unlike anything you've ever known.
kpete
(71,997 posts)and congratulations
kathy & jon peterson
judesedit
(4,439 posts)Child rearing is the hardest job you'll ever love (said by somebody)
Iggo
(47,558 posts)DFW
(54,410 posts)That's pretty much how I felt when I first got the honor.
But we've been figuring this out since biology chose to let mammals pair-bond, so you will, too.
Hey, If I could get the hang of it, ANY guy can!
Caveat: Becoming a Dad is the easy part. The Germans have this perfect rhyme on the subject:
Vater werden ist nicht schwer.
Vater sein, dagegen, sehr!
(Becoming a father is easy. BEING a father is anything but!)
talkingmime
(2,173 posts)She was an early morning baby. While the midwife and her assistant cleaned up, I hung a pink towel from the front window. That spared us a lot of phone calls. When they were done, my wife and newborn daughter were completely passed out. I went out into the world to brag about being a dad!!!!!
One of my stops was our "health food store", a tiny place called Earthward, not affiliated with anything else. I forget what I bought, but I wrote a check for $17.20 - pay to the order of $17.20. The bank cashed it anyway. I still have the cancelled check. My brain was on overload or something.
I was a little more reserved when the other two came along. All three were born in the same room of the same house with the same midwife. And that pink towel got three trips to the window. The blue one must have been sad.
Spitfire of ATJ
(32,723 posts)You shall be receiving a list of demands soon.
Trust me.
nclib
(1,013 posts)Do what is best and right for your family and don't worry about the rest.
And congrats!
Lugnut
(9,791 posts)Learn to change diapers. Be prepared to be wrapped around the little finger of a beautiful little girl.
indepat
(20,899 posts)from eight- to 30-months, over for Easter, I can virtually guarantee you the wonder, joy, and awe of parenthood never wanes.
dmr
(28,347 posts)I bet your heart is just bursting with joy, and wondrous love.
Congratulations to the Pitt Family!
FailureToCommunicate
(14,014 posts)Oh, and as a parent of twins -who are now off to college- may I say 'the ride' may get wild at times!
Congratulations!
RevStPatrick
(2,208 posts)La-la-la-la-Lola...
CherokeeDem
(3,709 posts)Wishing Lola and her mom and dad a wonderful future!
LOVE the name....
Smilo
(1,944 posts)hang on your ride for the next 20 odd years is going to be fun!!!!
glinda
(14,807 posts)make sure kitty still gets love!!!!!!!!! And....
Congratulations again!
mahina
(17,669 posts)You'll be ahead of the game. Babies are easy, they are great negotiators though. Don't worry, you've got this. So happy for you brah, enjoy!
Crewleader
(17,005 posts)I know I am a day late but William this is the great news to hear!
I am so happy for You and Mom, and Nana that Lola Jane has arrived.
You will know what to do, like always, follow your heart William.
Love to all of you!
UpInArms
(51,284 posts)A wonderful life to you all!
The Blue Flower
(5,442 posts)Enjoy the thrill and get ready to be wrapped permanently around a tiny, little finger.
proud patriot
(100,707 posts)seriously get sleep when you can ..... at about 6 months is you'll have used up all rest reserves.
Not a Fan
(98 posts)Happy, Happy Parenthood to you and your wife!!
You asked - what should I do? There is so much any parent here could say in response to that question. But I'll address life-long health issues - specifically - avoiding chronic disease by keeping your blood serum vitamin D3 levels at appropriate levels. According to the VD Council - this is between 50-80 ng/ml unless you have a VD sensitive chronic health complaint - then the levels are higher, between 90-100 ng/ml. Toxicity has literally never occurred below 200 ng/ml.
The Vitamin D council is a great place to get a wealth of remarkable information - but immediately - for mom AND baby's sakes - read this page:
http://www.vitamindcouncil.org/news-archive/2009/pregnancy-and-gestational-vitamin-d-deficiency/
Specifically for the mom I would like to note the following - my endocrinologist tells me that hypothyroidism is at epidemic levels in the US. This is an autoimmune condition that hits women especially - and onset is during the child bearing years. This is due to the unusual load the mother bears to supply enough VD3 to both herself AND her baby. Critical stuff.
Then for all of you - this page addresses chronic illness that results from Vitamin D3 deficiency. Experts - scientists and doctors - know that the incidence of chronic disease increases as we move away from the equator.
We have been so stupid - how could they overlook the fact that EVERY living thing needs the sun?
http://www.vitamindcouncil.org/health-conditions/
You have such a wonderful journey ahead of you - enjoy every minute of it.
Not a Fan
(98 posts)As a nursing mother - I remember that the first months were very tough. I thought the schedule was going to kill me. But after three months - I was suddenly balanced and doing much better. This happened for all three of my children, which were all nursed for a year. So if your wife is anything like me - it gets much easier after the first three months.
David Zephyr
(22,785 posts)I came to the DU today only to see if William's little girl had arrived. She has!
My aunt was named Lola, so I love the name!!
So happy!
lunatica
(53,410 posts)Oh. Get all the sleep you can now. It'll be a few months before you daughter sleeps through the night.
Angel
(425 posts)Then your daughter. Then sit look at them both, and hope that both of them do not get angry at you at the same time. Congratulations! Daughters are the very heart of fathers.