I really can’t believe that Rissa is 12 weeks old now! I also think it’s weird that she technically isn’t 3 months until January 31st. I know why and how it works out like that, but she’s getting too old for me to keep counting the weeks.
She’s grown so much and I love her to pieces. She’s definitely cemented her place in the family!
What’s interesting is that I’m experiencing another hormonal shift. I read everywhere about the plunge after birth. Knowing about still didn’t prepare me for how intensely sensitive I’d be, but I was able to keep myself in check most of the time. The rest of the time, that was Brian’s job!
Recently I read that there’s another plunge 3 months after delivering. I wish I would have bookmarked these things…. along with the 3 month mood swing, I read this is when the hair loss hits (at least if it didn’t hit before), and when breastfeeding mamas start shedding the weight.
I was a bit skeptical, but I’ve noticed a change in my moods over the past few days. They are similar to my baby blue period, but milder. This is what I’ve noticed:
- Hair loss/shedding – I didn’t really have much loss until now
- Headaches
- PMSy feeling – moodwise
- More easily frustrated & overwhelmed than usual
I don’t think I’ll ever be the same again, in every sense!
But she’s worth it. I’d do it again! I just remind myself to take a breath & this will pass too…well, at least I’ll even out again. :)
Darcy is the founder of “Life With Darcy and Brian,” where she combines her love for education, board games, and crafting to create engaging learning experiences for kids. Her creative projects and writing have been featured in outlets like The Toy Insider, CafeMom, Mom.com, Parents.com, Country Living, and The Pioneer Woman.