Chapter 251

"My mom always said giving birth to me was a nightmare. Not only was it a tough labor, but I had a huge head. You don't look like you went through anything like that."

"Even Caroline took forever to bounce back after having her baby."

Isadora smiled softly, looking down at her baby with eyes full of love.

"Even the doctor said I hit the genetic jackpot. This little one is a blessing, didn't cause me any pain at all."

"That's awesome! We'll definitely be there for the baby shower. Save us some seats, okay?"

Isadora nodded with a smile. "Don't worry, you guys will have seats for sure."

She glanced off-camera and frowned slightly. "My husband wants me to turn off my phone. We'll catch up later."

After hanging up, Kathy and I sighed. "Remember when Isadora was pregnant, and we saw her at her check-up? Now she's already had the baby. Time flies."

"Yeah, when we first met Isadora, she wasn't even showing yet."

"Hard to believe it's been almost six months," I nodded in realization. "You're right, six months ago, I never would have imagined I'd be where I am today."

We shared a knowing smile. The past hurts were still there, but I was learning to let them go.

A month later, Isadora was preparing for her baby's one-month celebration.

I was also getting ready to fly back to Skyview City.

Kathy had gone back two weeks earlier because of work, so we planned to meet up in Skyview City.

When Savannah and I got off the plane, we saw Isadora waiting for us. I was surprised. "How are you already up and about?"

Isadora waved her hand dismissively. "You have no idea. I've been cooped up in that postpartum center for days, haven't even seen the sun."

She exaggerated, making me laugh.

"Really? Not even a glimpse of the sun?"

"Seriously! My husband watches me like a hawk, even took time off to stay with me. He won't let me touch anything cold or go outside. I feel like a prisoner."

"I told him I wanted to sit in the garden and get some sun, but he flat-out refused. It drove me crazy."

I chuckled at her slightly rounder face. "You don't know how lucky you are."

"Come on, let's go see your baby."

She nodded, and we got into the car.

Her husband, Marshall, was driving, probably worried about Isadora, so he came along.

Isadora sat in the back with Savannah and me, chatting away, while Marshall drove.

We soon arrived at the postpartum center. The place was nice, clearly, Marshall spared no expense. But even if he hadn't, Isadora would have.

Postpartum care is crucial; if not done right, it can lead to lifelong health issues.

In Isadora's room, we saw her baby. The little one had grown a lot in a month, with a round head and chubby cheeks, absolutely adorable.

Marshall's face softened as he picked up the baby. "Hey there, my sweet girl. Did you miss me?"

The baby couldn't talk yet, just sucked on her fingers, looking cute as ever.

Every child goes through this phase, the cutest time before they grow up and start getting into mischief.

With my own kids, I knew this all too well.

They were still young, but soon enough, they'd find it hard to have any alone time.

Marshall put the baby down, and I picked her up, rocking her gently.

"Good girl, good girl."

Savannah, with her big hands and little experience, didn't get to hold the baby. She just watched curiously. "Do you know who I am?"

She made funny faces, trying to make the baby laugh, and I couldn't help but smile.

"When's the baby shower?"

"In a few days. Don't worry, everything's ready. Just need to finalize the guest list."

"What's so hard about the guest list?"

"Joanna's definitely coming, we're close. But I'm not sure about inviting her husband. We're not that familiar, and it might be awkward if he comes. But it feels weird not to invite him."

I thought for a moment. "Better not invite him. If you're not close, it'll be awkward. And he might feel uncomfortable too."

Isadora nodded. "You're right, let's not invite him."

"We'll just invite Joanna. He'll understand, it's no big deal."

Just then, Joanna arrived with Kathy.

"You're back? Just landed?"

I nodded. "Yeah, we couldn't wait to see the baby. She really looks like both of you, so cute."

They sat down, playing with the baby.

I gave Isadora a look, signaling it was the right time.

She cleared her throat. "Joanna, is it okay if we don't invite your husband to the baby shower? We're not that close, and it might be awkward."

Joanna didn't seem to mind at all. "That's fine. I was going to mention it. He's busy with a promotion, probably can't make it. And he's so serious and stiff, you wouldn't enjoy his company."

Relieved, we started discussing the details of the baby shower.

Having done this twice, I shared my tips on what to watch out for.

The most important part is the "grab" ceremony. Lay out some items the baby might like. It's more for fun, but if the baby grabs something useful, the parents will be thrilled.

After our discussion, Savannah and I headed back to the house I had bought.

On the way, I saw Maeve.

I hadn't seen her in ages, almost forgot about her.

Then I was shocked to see Maeve entering a hotel with a man I knew but wasn't close to-Joanna's husband.