Hello all,Been lurking for a while, but wanted to share something about my first born son.We were told, my wife and I, that we wouldn't be able to have children. She had a history of health issues that prevented it, and I had never gotten my fertility checked, because I didn't want her to think it was her fault or add to the fire anything else in case I was infertile, too.But, for the longest time, our doctor said it simply wouldn't happen. We tried for about 3-4 years, and eventually just gave up. We did what every responsible couple does. We got another dog.We got our dog at 8 weeks old, wonderful dog. A week later, my wife takes a pregnancy test because she said she was a little late (usually has irregular cycles, anyway).It was a VERY faint positive line, and had happened before. So, we didn't think much of it.She decided to get an official check at a hospital, and sure enough, she was pregnant. Like....10 weeks pregnant, from what we were told.Well, the pregnancy went great, we did everything right, we followed all the instructions, she dropped alcohol and quit energy drinks, she stopped eating sushi (huge bummer for her).7~ months later, our first son was born. We named him Soren. proud Swedish Norse fatherHe is the light of my life. My only child (at the moment), and I couldn't be a happier father. He's happy, incredibly healthy, strong, HUGE, and he loves people, animals, and life.The hardest part about being a parent is being away 50 hours a week, and knowing that your son is making leaps and strides, while I'm sitting at a desk. But, I know it's for the family, so I do what I need do.Anyway, I'm rambling. I just wanted to share that my son is going to be one-year old tomorrow, and after 4 years of being told it would never happen, I get to smile seeing my bright, beautiful boy. My wife is an absolutely amazing mother, and she puts up with a lot from me. I can't wait to see him grow up, but it's bittersweet in that I look at pictures of him growing. He's no longer the little potato we took home from the hospital.Having him in my life has completely changed me.Anyway, here's some pictures of the little guy. I love him so much.Thanks for being a great sub! via /r/Parenting https://ift.tt/2Hfwsgl
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