Living Life As Unconventional As Possible

Saige’s POV

I was getting to that point in my pregnancy where I just wanted it to be over. Once again, I was placed on bedrest which absolutely sucked. My body just did not want to cooperate but I knew the rest would be crucial when it was time for our baby boy to arrive. Matt once again has been so helpful and I’m glad he is home with me.

I was due in a few weeks and all I could do is just wait and doing things that would put no stress on my body. I’m thankful the new house as so many places where I can lay down and rest and I loved hanging out in the main patio area. I got an amazing view of the beach and I couldn’t wait to go after I have our son. Matt has been taking Quinn there and it nice to see how much she has grown. Matt is an amazing father and I can’t wait to see him with our son which we finally agreed on a name the other night.

We decided to name our boy Maddox Tristian Sanders which I thought sounded lovely and we wanted to go with a unique name, just like when we named Quinn. I ran my hand over my belly as I laid in bed and I felt Maddox kicking away. He already seemed to have Matt’s energy so I am sure he will be handful when he is older.

I heard Quinn making a bunch of noise and Matt trying to calm her down. The sounds got closer to our room and I saw Matt carrying our girl into the room. “What’s going on?”

“She has been super fussy since I took her out with me this morning and everything I do won’t help.” Matt looked so flustered and it pained me.

“Aww, babe. Bring her over here and I’ll see what I can do.” I sat up more in bed and Matt joined me.

“Quinn why are you giving daddy such a hard time?” When I first made the custody arrangements with Benji we agreed that Matt was ‘daddy’ and he would be ‘papa.’ She was just starting to say a few words so I knew she wouldn’t be able to answer me.

I looked over at Matt and he looked absolutely defeated. I took Quinn into my lap and before long she started to calm down. “That’s better sweetie. Daddy just wanted to take out you outside since mommy is can’t do much until your brother arrives.” She looked up at me and put her small hands on my belly.

Matt ran his hand through Quinn’s light brown hair and she smiled over at him. I was glad she finally calmed down. But deep down I knew she was confused about the whole ‘daddy’ situation but over time I knew she would understand more as she gets older.

“Thanks for helping to calm her down. People were looking at me like I was crazy when we went grocery shopping.” Matt chuckled and I wish I could have seen that it would have priceless. I can imagine how hard it was trying to shop while Quinn was freaking out but I’m glad he got through the day.

“Your welcome. I should be thanking you for all the household things you’ve had to do for me over the last month since we moved in.”

“I don’t mind and plus not being on tour has been a blessing.” He smiled and leaned over and kissed my lips and touched my cheek softly. Quinn passed out and I grinned and Matt slowly took her out of my lap.

“I’ll be right back.” He cradled Quinn in his arms and walked to her room. I felt tears come to my eyes because I knew everything was still an adjustment period. I knew the whole custody arrangement was going to cause Quinn to eventually act out and I hoped it would not worse. But regardless Matt was being an amazing father to Quinn when she was not with Benji.

For the rest of the day, Matt and I cuddled in bed and watched movies. He was so good and helped with Quinn. We ordered pizza and it was simple relaxation that I needed before Maddox would arrive.

The next couple weeks just seemed to drag on and I was getting cranky and Matt had to listen to me go nuts. I waddled downstairs and my husband was hanging out in the ‘game/movie room’ with the guys and I felt so left out. But that was mostly the hormones causing me to feel that way because deep down I knew Matt would never ignore me but I was no fun these days and he deserved to have fun.

I knocked on the door and I could hear the guys laughing and I was glad Matt was able to find a distraction from me being a hormonal mess. Brian opened the door and stepped aside “Hey Saige.”

“You guys seem to be having lots of fun.” I grinned as I walked into the room

“Babe, what are you doing out of bed?” Matt has been so concerned about me lately but I was okay but being stuck in bed was annoying.

“I was bored but I see you are having lots of fun.” I frowned and I hated how easily I got annoyed these but I was at that point where I needed Matt more than ever.

“Saige please don’t give me a hard time today.” I felt tears come to my eyes from what Matt said but I knew he didn’t want to hurt my feeling. It was just hard to hear that my hormonal mood swings were getting on my husband's nerves. He deserved to hang out with the guys and find things to relax.

“It’s fine Matt I’m sorry for bothering you guys.” I turned around and walked out of the room and into the kitchen and I knew Matt was right behind me. We argued here and there but never in front of the guys. So, I felt stupid for making everything about me and my hormones were bringing out the worst in me.

Once we in the kitchen I turned around and wiped my eyes as Matt came closer to me.

“I’m sorry baby. Listen once the guys leave I’ll spend the rest of the day with you okay?” I wrapped my arms around his waist.

“It’s okay Matt. I am just really on edge about this pregnancy and I just want it to be over.” I looked up at him and kissed his lips and he pulled me as close as I could before my belly got in the way.

“Go back to the guys and I’ll let you know if I need anything.” We kissed one more time before he rejoined the guys.

I walked around the house a bit because being in bed all or on the couch all day was not always comfortable. Quinn was napping in her room and as I was about to check on her I felt pain wash over me. I leaned against the wall and I cursed. I had been having false contractions in the last couple of days but now I know this is the real thing. I then felt my water start to break and it dripped down my legs.

“Matt!” I screamed and leaned against the wall. I then saw Matt come running towards me. “Get Brian to check on Quinn.” I breathed as I felt the pain ease from the contraction and I looked over at Matt. Then I saw the guys coming up the stairs and Matt got Brian to check on Quinn and I knew I woke her up from how I screamed.

“We really need to get to the hospital as soon as possible.”

“I got this baby. I’ll go grab your bag.” I leaned against the wall and Jimmy helped me to the bathroom so I could clean myself up. Once I was ready Matt and Jimmy helped me downstairs and Brian said he would call Lauren and they would look after Quinn. Jimmy and Matt helped to the car and I got in the back seat.

Jimmy got the key from Matt and I sat in the back. Once Matt joined me in the backseat I grabbed his hand. “Fuck Matt the contractions came out of nowhere,” I screamed in pain and he rubbed my back with his free hand.

“It’s ok Saige we will be at the hospital soon. Maddox is finally ready to join us.” It was a short drive to the hospital and I felt like this labor was going to move a lot quicker than when I had Quinn.

My husband walked me inside and I had to stop a couple times as the contractions were so painful. Once inside the nurses helped me into a wheelchair and took me to one of the rooms. Matt and Jimmy joined me in the room once I was changed into a hospital gown and all hooked up the blood pressure and fetal heart rate monitor.

“Hey, guys.” Matt walked right over to me and ran a hand over my cheek. “I’m sorry about earlier I was being stupid and putting myself first before you.”

I smiled despite all the pain I was experiencing and I appreciated Matt apologizing for his actions. “It’s okay baby. Now I just can’t wait to meet our son.” He kissed my cheeks.

“Me too.” Matt smiled back and Jimmy held my other hand. After a while I got Jimmy to call the others to let them know how things were going. I got Matt to call to Nicole since I knew things were still rough between her and Jimmy.

The doctors came to check on me after a couple hours and they said they would have to do an emergency C-section because Maddox’s heart beat was too low. I felt tears come to my eyes but I knew the C-section was necessary to make sure our son would be ok. They got me all preped and took me to the operating room.

Matt could come in with me and he had to dress in some disposable scrubs that went over his clothing and booties that went over his shoes.

I was scared since I have never had major operations and I looked over at him. “I’m scared Matty.”

He reached over and took one of my hands in his and kissed my cheek. “I know darling. Just relax and our boy will be here soon.” I took a depth breath and the doctor told me just relax and that I would feel pressure.

What seemed like forever the doctor announced our boy was just about out and Matt looked over at me as our boy let out a loud cry. “How does he look?” I was happy that Maddox was ok but I knew my recovery would take longer this time around.

“He looks good darling. They are just cleaning him up right now.” Matt placed a kiss on my lips and I was glad this part was almost over.

The nurse then brought Maddox over so I could see him. I reached up and touched his cheek. “Hey, Maddox mommy and daddy will be with you soon.” Matt had tears in his eyes and it made me happy knowing I gave him a healthy baby boy, who I hope has an amazing singing voice like my husband.

After I was done in the operating room I finally got a private room where I could rest and a couple hours later Matt joined me in the room. “Hey darling how are you feeling?”

“I’m doing ok all things considered.” I took one of my Matt’s hands in my own. The nurse then brought Maddox into my room.

“I’ll get Brian to bring Quinn by later once you’ve had some more rest.” I smiled and pulled Matt in for a kiss.

“That sounds good baby.” Matt then went over and picked up our son and brought him over to me. I took him in my arms and ran my hand lightly over his cheek. “Aww, Matty he looks so much like you.” I felt tears come to my eyes and I was happy to have the chance to become a mother for the second time.

“He has your smile.” Matt sat on the edge of the bed and I smiled at his comment. I knew our son was going to be so much like Matt but time would tell.

"He's perfect Matt." I leaned over and kissed Matt again and then kissed Maddox on the forehead. I felt truly blessed and I could not wait to see where life would take my family.

For the rest of the day, Matt and I relaxed in my room and Brian brought Quinn by and she was happy to meet her brother. I know Quinn is going to have to adjust to having another baby around but she will always be special to me just as much as Maddox will be.

Notes

I have decided to make this the last chapter of the story but I will be starting a new story that will take place about 2 years after this one.

Here's the link to the sequel http://www.avengedsevenfoldfanfiction.com/Story/89668/God-Damn/