A/N: Yep, name change! Forever is now 52 Weeks.
"Well that went well, huh?" Jane asked Maura as they walked out of the birthing center after Maura and Luna's two-week check up.
"Mhmm," Maura responded, "Perfectly healthy, although I'm a little concerned that she's underweight."
"But that's an easy fix, right? Allison said it was because of those couple of days when Lu was having trouble latching. Now that she's perfected the boob sucking, we're good to go," Jane smirked, "She's definitely my daughter."
Maura shook her head and couldn't help but laugh, "You and the boob jokes."
"Never gets old."
"I wouldn't be so sure about that," Maura said as they reached their car.
"Lu likes 'em."
"Your jokes or my boobs?" Maura playfully joked back.
"Look at you with the snark, damn. We've clearly been together too long," Jane teased.
"Not possible."
Once Luna was safely secured in her carseat, Jane hopped in the drivers seat and Maura took her spot in the back next to Lu, still not ready to let her daughter be by herself.
"So," Jane said as she pulled out of the parking lot and glanced in the mirror to look at Maura, "I was thinking since you haven't been out much, we could spend the day away from the house. Grab a late brunch, maybe head over to our favorite little park for a while? I mean, if you're feeling up to it."
Maura smiled at Jane's reflection in the mirror, "I'd like that very much."
"Good."
They continued to ride in silence until Maura's curiosity got the best of her, "Where are we going for brunch?" she asked.
"It's a secret. But I'll give you a hint… we've never been there before."
"Well that really narrows it down," Maura huffed in annoyance. Jane just smiled.
"Don't worry, I think you'll like it."
A few minutes later, Jane parallel parked and helped Maura remove the carseat from it's base to carry Luna.
"We should've brought the stroller," Maura said, shutting the car door.
"It's alright, the restaurant is just a block away. This thing isn't too heavy," Jane replied.
The couple strolled down the street, hand in hand. Maura absolutely thrilled to be out of house.
"Alright," Jane said as she stopped in front of the restaurant, "We're here."
"What's so special about this-oh," Maura's thought stopped as she looked up to read the sign, "Cafe Luna," she whispered. Turning to Jane, Maura displayed a toothy grin, "You are such a softie."
"Shh," Jane said before kissing Maura on the cheek, "That's our little secret. Come on, let's eat. I already know what I'm getting… the s'mores french toast stuffed with chocolate marshmallow creme."
Maura's eyes widened.
"Or the Nutella stuffed french toast, I haven't decided."
"That sounds extremely unhealthy," Maura began, "Let's get both."
Jane was about to whine with a, but mauraaaa, when Maura's words finally caught up with her. She looked over at her wife who was grinning proudly.
"I knew there was a reason I married you," Jane said.
"Yes, you've told me," Maura responded, doing her best not to laugh and mess up her delivery, "my breasts, right?"
Jane burst out laughing, "Oh my god. I love you."
An hour or so later, bellies stuffed with Nutella and marshmallow fluff, the Rizzoli-Isles family settled beneath the shade of a giant tree at their favorite park. The sun was warm, the breeze was gentle and Maura could not be happier.
"She did pretty great for her first day out," Jane said as she lay down on the large Red Sox blanket, reaching out to grab Lu from her mommy's arms. She settled the sleepy little baby against her chest while Maura fixed her shirt and folded up the little bib she used for burping.
"She did," Maura agreed, placing the cloth in Lu's diaper bag before laying down next to Jane, snuggling in close and resting her head on Jane's shoulder, "I'm surprised she lasted through brunch without being fussy. We probably shouldn't get used to that."
"Probably not. But it was nice."
"Yes, it was," Maura agreed. "I can't believe she's already two weeks old."
"They grow up so fast," Jane teased.
"I'm serious! Just look at her, Jane. She's already getting bigger and she's focusing more. Sleeping less," Maura said as she reached out to stroke Luna's chubby little cheek.
"I know, I can't believe it either. She's getting so big. And cuter by the minute."
The threesome sat in a comfortable silence, reveling in perfect weather and the time spent together as a family. Jane closed her eyes, enjoying the feel of her two favorite people against her while Maura watched as Luna's eyes slowly fluttered shut.
Maura prolonged the silence for a few minutes longer before speaking, "I should really put her in the carrier; let her sleep on her back," she said as she sat up.
"But I like her baby snuggles," Jane replied with a pouty face.
Maura said nothing, just gave her wife "the look."
"Fine," Jane conceded with a huff and handed Luna over to her mommy. She closed her eyes as Maura tucked Lu into her carrier and adjusted the cover to block out the sun; placing it near Jane so they could both keep an eye on their daughter.
Once done, Maura rejoined her wife. Opting to lay on top of Jane instead of next to her. She straddled Jane's left leg between her own and looped her right arm beneath Jane's left to hold onto her shoulder.
"What about my snuggles?" Maura asked before placing a quick kiss on Jane's lips.
"I like those too," replied, "I like them a lot."
Maura smiled and enjoyed a moment to gaze down at her wife; a moment to re-familiarize herself with every detail of Jane's face.
There was just one thing missing.
"Hi," Maura whispered and Jane smiled.
"Hi."
"There it is," Maura said as she brought her left hand to Jane's cheek, tracing the dimple that was now visible. She leaned in and kissed it before laying her head down on Jane's chest.
"Is it weird," Maura began as she reached out with her left hand to grab Jane's right, "That I miss you, even though we've spent everyday of the past two weeks together? Miss feeling you against me. Being with you. Just the two of us."
"Not weird," Jane responded, wrapping her left arm around Maura's waist, drawing patterns with her fingertips, "I feel it to."
Maura tilted her head and placed a warm kiss on the skin of Jane's neck. "I miss kissing you. Feeling you. Making love to you. Being intimate." Another kiss.
Jane groaned. "Keep talking like that and I'm going to have to arrest myself for indecent exposure."
Maura let out a laugh, the air tickling Jane's neck. "Sorry, I really shouldn't be teasing you when I'm not even ready. I mean, I'm ready, it's just… my body's not."
"I know," Jane replied, "It's ok."
"Is it?" Maura asked, "I mean, it's been a while. Have you been...relieving yourself?"
"Maura!"
"What? It's an honest question. I'm just curious. We haven't had sex in over a month. I just want to make sure your needs are being met."
A few moments passed without a response, so Maura shifted her leg between Jane's, applyling pressure to the area in question.
"Ah! Maura," Jane said in a warning voice.
"You didn't answer my question."
"You don't play fair."
"Life's not fair," Maura playfully replied, pressing her thigh harder against Jane, "So, have you?"
"I…" Jane began, "Yes, I have ok? I'm sorry!"
Maura propped herself up on her elbow to look down at Jane, "Don't. Don't be sorry."
"You're not mad?"
"Of course not, it's perfectly natural. Although," Maura's voice lowered to a seductive tone, "Next time you… get the urge," she whispered in Jane's ear, "You should let me know. I'd be happy to offer my assistance. Or watch. I'd be very happy to watch."
"Oh you would, would you?" Jane asked as her hands traveled down Maura's back, giving her ass a firm squeeze before rolling them over, pinning Maura beneath her.
"I'll have to keep that in mind," she said before lowering her body down and kissing Maura slowly.
"Indecent," Maura gasped between kisses "exposure...mmm… remember?"
After one more passionate kiss, Jane reluctantly rolled off of Maura, leaving them both breathing heavily.
"We need to do that more often," Maura managed to get out.
"Makeouts with heavy petting, I'll add it to our schedule," Jane said with a grin and rolled her head to the side to look at Maura.
Maura did the same and reached down to link her fingers with Jane's. "I love you," she said.
"I love you, too."
They shared one more smile before turning their attention to the sky, looking up to watch the clouds.
A few minutes later, Jane's soft, low voice broke the silence, "It's nice," she said as she continued to look up at the sky, "Seeing you like this. Happy."
Maura titled her head to the side to once again look at her wife, her smile fading as she listened to Jane's words.
"I'm sorry," Maura replied before returning her gaze to the clouds. "About last week, I mean. I've been meaning to talk to you about it, we just haven't had the time."
"I'm not mad at you," Jane said firmly.
"I know, I know you're not," Maura responded with a squeeze to Jane's hand, "But I'm still sorry. The way I treated you… the way I spoke to you… it wasn't ok. You've been nothing but supportive and I wish I hadn't lashed out at you. I didn't mean to shut you out. It's just been a lot for me to adjust to."
"I know."
"I appreciate how understanding you've been. I could never do this without you and I'm so grateful I have you in my life; so grateful for your love. Thank you. For everything."
Jane looked over at Maura who was wiping a stray tear from her cheek.
"Aw, Maur. Don't cry. Come here," Jane said with her arms open
"I know, I know," Maura said, as she settled herself against her wife, Jane's arms tightening around her. "I just don't want you to think that I'm not enjoying this; being a mom. Or that I don't love Lu… I've never loved anyone or anything more than I love her. I just want you to know that. No matter what I say in frustration or when my emotions get the best of me, I want you to know that I love her. And I love you."
"Oh, Maura. Of course I know you love her. Of course I do. I would never, ever question your love for her, sweetheart."
"I know," Maura whispered, "I just needed to say it."
The couple enjoyed a few more minutes of snuggling before that familiar little cry rang out.
"Hear that?" Jane asked, "That's baby talk for, I know mommy," Jane said in a mock kid voice, "And I love you too!"
Maura laughed as she sat up, "You're such a dork."
Jane joined in on the laughter, "Come on, let's get out of here. This dork is going to need some... assistance… when we get home," Jane winked.
A/N: Thanks for reading! Hope you enjoyed this update. As always, I would love to hear your feedback :)