There are two questions I am asked repeatedly when I am out and about town with my baby...
1. Is he a good baby?
2. Does he sleep through the night?
Whenever I run into someone I know it's almost a guarantee that I will be asked at least one of these questions if not both. I was just at the dentist today---the hygienist asked me both questions and then the dentist came in and he also asked me both! Then I went to the grocery store and ran into two people I knew and they both asked the "good baby" question.
I often pause when people ask "Is he a good baby". What do people expect you to say? I can imagine their face when I say "Actually, he's a horrible, horrible baby." Of course no mother is going to say that (although some days I think it--and don't judge me--you know you all have thought it too!) I just often wonder what qualifications are needed to be a "good baby"? I really don't think such a thing exists.
The second question just irritates me. No, he does not sleep through the night. But thanks for asking and reminding me of this and the fact that I have not slept a full night in 3 months and don't expect to for a long time. Those people whose kids were sleeping through the night at 2, 4, 6, or even 8 weeks---good for you (and I hate you--just kidding. Actually, I'm not).
If you read this blog, and I see you out and about and you ask me one of these questions, I will forgive you. I know they are just common questions that people ask. I probably did it too before I had my own child.
All joking aside, my sweet baby boy turned 3 months old today. Where has the time gone? He brings me such joy. His smile lights up a room. I can't imagine my life without him. God is good! And he really truly is a "good baby"...most days.
P.S.--All this "Royal Baby" talk today is making me sick. Anyone else agree?
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