Solo flyer - Motherhood

I can happily report that it is now going well, this solo motherhood thing.

The first week over here was a BIG adjustment - a complete change to the rhythm of life - as expected, though I just didn't know quite when to expect the adjustment anxiety to kick in! Being so fortunate to have my wonderful family close by for the first seven weeks - my F.M.I.L. (favourite mother in law), my very special mother, and my amazing husband -I was spoiled indeed.
In my little upstairs landing haven, dinners were ferried, cups of tea provided, and cuddles available at every turn from a number of warm and safe arms. I was also able to share the night wandering and had lovely folk always willing to pop a pacifier in or to be on duty while I was napping.

Have to thank the universe for providing us with the brilliant opportunity to be out of work at that time and to have so much special time together.

So the move to Mallorca with a seven week old chick, complete with new job, no job (me) and being launched into the wonders of overseas motherhood within a few days of arrival, was, well - a little overwhelming!

I can, however happily now report that I am fully in my groove. The speed-wobbles that plagued those early days have abated with the realization that a routine, and some good organization, some good friends and a positive outlook, are all I need. Oh, and the awareness that my little chick is just happy pottering away with me there, not too far away and that so long as I read his signs, he'll tell me what he needs.

And so he does. He is now sleeping like a little angel and in a beautiful routine, slightly dependent up the level of construction noise next door....

Two baby books I have loved reading:

The Baby Whisperer - with the E.A.S.Y. program (Eat, Activity, Sleep & You time).
Buddhism for mothers - A calm approach to caring for yourself and your children.

Not so much about Buddhism, it is more about the gentle approach to living in the present and learning how to play and not be bound by things that 'need to be done' instead of fully enjoying the time you spend with your little person.

So, as the drilling begins next door - I take my leave. It is a little like being at the dentist!

Bookie-bird xxx