What Have You Been Doing All Day Poem by Kay Moore

WHAT HAVE YOU BEEN DOING ALL DAY
byKATE MOORE30-SEP-2015
For a new mother just home from hospital

Now we're home,I do digress,our happy home is in a mess.
So many changes, I can't believe, that one so small, can make me grieve
You eat and sleep, and sleep and eat.....all plans made I cannot keep
You wake up early, then oversleep, my old routine, I cannot sleep
You must come first above the rest; the housework now, rates second best.
I sit burping baby, on my knee, thoughts nagging.....is this where I want to be?
What has happened to my lazy days?I think I'm living in a haze
Window shopping was such a treat, gourmet lunches, with friends to meet.
Blissful waiting for bubs to arrive, heavens, now I'm sure alive.
Loving this baby in my arms, wooing the world with her charms,
To my outer world, I am at peace, but my inner thoughts, need release.
All day long I'm on the go, rushing, rushing, can't go slow
All the tasks that must be done, all at once, don't seem like fun.

6.00 a.m.

We start the day, sun's not up yet, and I can hear my darling pet,
Whinging, mummy can't you tell, it's breakfast time, you've had your spell,
Baby's ready to be fed, time to rise from my bed,
I'd like to stay here so much longer, where's the willpower, must be stronger.
As thoughts are spinning in my head, this is the feed I really dread.
I know my hormones are to blame, and mood swings make me feel ashamed.
I'mup, I'm down, and I'm inside out, MOTHERHOOD, what it is all about.
I'll make a plan,JUST for today, have breakfast first, then pack dishes away,
Wash my hair while taking a shower, clean the bathroom, in half an hour.
Make the bed and then proceed, plan what comes next for baby's needs
In between, I must have a drink; Take ten deep breaths while at the sink.
Next the laundry needs attention, so sort the clothes in four dimensions.
Baby's, colours, white and black, all baskets sorted, .....now attack
Load the machine, set the dial.........mother's marathon, I'm on trial
Next I'll check on bubs to see.....can I fit in a cup of tea?
But just before I fill the kettle, I'll sort bubs' clothes and quickly settle
What bubs' will wear to start the day, before an accident comes our way?

10.00a.m.

Bubs' is awake, I hear her call, and I'm ready now to give my all,
I've read some babies feed so well, and sometimes others fight like hell
Some just snort and squirm and struggle, and others lay back gurgle and guzzle
Which.....causes gases.....double trouble?
Burping times can cause "mum" stress.....until released, it is a test.
I feel so fragile, when bubs not happy.....guess now's the time to change the nappy
BURP! ! !What a sound I love to hear, music to this mother's ear.
Now we can sit and sing and cuddle.....you call the shots, I'm in a muddle
I dress my baby for this moment and gently wrap her tight
Now she's fussy and contrary.....just asshe was last night.
I shut the door to baby's room, and quietly slink away,
So bubs can learn very soon, that this will be the way.
What if I mess up, and get it wrong.....this makes me stress, all day long.
I love you darling.....I'll do my best, to put my fears, all to rest.
Rest time over.....time to check.....out the fridge, what food next.
Make a list, what's running low, now hubbies turn to shopping go
Pull meat from freezer to cook for dinner, or crock pot on for slow meal simmer.
Check the crisper.....down below, grab the veggies.....and peel to go
Check the pantry, looking empty, shopping list will be the sentry.
Being so busy, I'll take the chance, to check the weather, with just a glance
The machine has finished, now's the time.....to hang the washing on the line
I hear the birds, I smell the roses, and it's time for lunch while baby dozes

12.00 midday

I tip toe back into your room, you peaceful face.....makes me swoon
Sorry, but it's time to wake.....you're screaming now.....my mistake
I have my drink, that's caused me pain, my boobs are leaking, once again
I turn on the soft music, to set the mood, while you indulge.....your all milk food
Another meal.....done and dusted.....so now that sessions' over, lets head out
Just for a break, "hallelujah" I shout
Out of the house, out in the sun, let's just indulge in fun, fun, fun
Joggers on, stroller ready, around the block, I'll take it steady
Shall I walk fast, or just walk slow, enjoy the scenery as we go.
Under the shade of flowering gums, I hope we'll meet some other mums
Tomorrow I'll phone a friend to see, if she would like to come with me.
Once a week, we could make a date; she could meet me at our gate.
Ten minutes away, and we're on the beach.....calm and peace is what we'll seek
AHH.....all too soon our trip is over..... collect the mail and store the stroller
Bub is sleepy, not a sound.....nows the time to put her down
Maybe I'll turn off my phone, pretend that I am home alone
Without a worry in the world.....the lounge is beckoning.....this tired girl
I'll set the timer on the microwave, so I don't wake unsettled
I must focus with all my mettle
Then off it goes, ding ding dong,jump up and put the dinner on.
Turn the dials, just on slow, so no burnt offering is the go
I've had enough, stop, stop stop, I think this mums had enough
It is so hot, but now's the time, to bring in the washing off the line.
Sort and fold and put away.....ready for another day.

6.00p.m.

Baby is awake, and cries at me.....cant she see I want MY tea
There there darling, take your time, when daddy comes home, I'll have mine
Meat is perfect, veggies too, tomorrow night, we might have stew.
Mum rang up, for a chat.....hard with baby on my lap
Put baby down.....be in the zone.....quality time now daddy's home
Help me plan to-morrow's strategy, as soon as bubs has a change of nappy
And darling can you please assist,here's tomorrows shopping list
Baby down, dishes done.....now I think I'll have some fun
Turn on computer, oh so slow, grab some water as I go
Google this and Google that, friends on face book want to chat

10.00p.m.

I can't believe the time has flown, heavens where's my dressing gown
Bubs is grumbling, tummy's empty, change the nappy, mums the sentry
Must check always, bottoms dry, as this is what's makes baby cry
Come on baby, no more struggle, settle down and you can guzzle
Every day you're growing strong, antibodies there, to last lifelong
You're an angel.....I can see, what mega changes you've made to me
One minute, I'm up, and next feel down, you've really turned my life around
So we'll take life easy, day by day, to help my worries melt away
So now to bed again it's time, to blanket bay, so sublime
Hot chocolate placed, by my bed, daddy's time to turn my head
We kiss, we hug and I can see, this is where I want to be,
In his arms all night long, our love so tender, and so strong
So to be parents, was our choice..... FOREVERmay we three rejoice!