I am a mom of three

Being a mom of three is a lot more work than I thought it would be. Isabella or Riley always  want something when I am feeding Aiden or trying to get him to go to sleep. It takes longer to get out of the house. I carry around a lot more stuff. I make more lists so I can remember everything.

Being a mom of three is a lot more rewarding than I thought it would be. Seeing the three kids together warms my heart in a way nothing else ever has or ever will. Seeing the huge smile on Aiden's face whenever Isabella is near him is so sweet and special. That baby boy LOVES his big sister. He's still not too sure about Riley. Haha. Both kids love to help with everything: feeding Aiden, giving baths, bringing him a blanket or a toy. Riley is always quick to tell me "Baby is crying! Baby is crying, Mommy! Get him!" Apparently he thinks I have lost my hearing ;)

I had forgotten how sweet and snuggly and good smelling babies are. How that first smile lights up your life. How good it feels to snuggle a litte sleepy, snoring bundle. How cute they are.

Having a baby again has also shown me how grown up my other two are getting. Isabella is wicked smart. And such a big help with both Aiden and Riley. And Riley is not a baby anymore. He seems much older than three most of the time. But sometimes he still wants to be the baby. Watching the two of them play together is so sweet, and reminds me of when my brother and I were their ages. I can't wait for Aiden to be able to play with them.

Being a mom of three has also taught me that I can do lots of things at one time. I can babywear Aiden, make Isabella's lunch and get the kids breakfast. I can feed Aiden and read Isabella a story. I can rock Aiden and watch Thomas the train with Riley. I can hold Aiden, eat dinner, and find out how Isabella's day was. I can carry the carseat and hang onto both kids.

Being a mom of three has taught me one really important thing: my heart can grown to encompass all three kids. I never thought I could love this much.