Hi everyone! Sorry again for the lack of blogs. It's all I can do to get showered everyday, let alone get on the computer (I trust all you moms out there remember what it is like!).Anyway, we're all doing well! I am particularly pleased that Collin is gaining weight just as he should be. I had issues nursing my other two kids, so I was hoping that the "third time would be the charm" for this baby. And so far, so good. Last week, I sort of had a melt-down after Collin hadn't gained weight over a 3-day span. So, on the advice of the midwife, I began pumping after a couple of feedings each day. Three days later, he had gained over 5 ounces. And now, a week later, he has gained another half of a pound. I am just thrilled! Thank you God.
Otherwise, we're just trying to get into a routine here. It's a little more challenging as I have to get Tim and Maddie to and from school and their activities, but we're managing. This week, we've started having Collin get used to his crib, and have tried having him put himself to sleep. So far, it's not working too well. He really gets himself all worked up. But, we will persevere.
And although he's only 3 1/2 weeks old, we already see some of Collin's personality coming through. Here are a few of his likes and dislikes.
Likes:
- being fed
- his binky
- his brother and sister (no matter what they do to him, it seems)
- having Mommy rock him to sleep
- listening to music (like Daddy playing his guitar)
- staring at the cat picture on his changing table
Dislikes:- being buckled into his car seat
- being swaddled
- being naked (bathtime, diaper change, etc.)
3 comments:
Curls? How adorable!
I've been praying for you mommy dear...hang in there. I'm so glad to hear he is gaining weight and the nursing has been a more positive experience. (I remember how it was a struggle with Tim and Maddie.)
Keep the pictures coming (but we all understand that having a shower and a nap are higher priorities!) :o)
Glad you're doing well. How I remember the anxiety over weight-gain! Will pray for you guys!
Rebecca - I am so proud of your little guy and wish I could hold him so close! I've been catching up on your blogs today. It's been awhile I will admit! Sorry about that. I'm so glad the nursing is going well. It already sounds better than it did with the other two! :) Have you checked out my Mom's blog? www.iloveeasthampton.blogspot.com It's a nice reminder of the things from 'home'. :)
All our kids are doing great. Eli is almost walking now, he cruises on the furniture and he is so adorable - a real Mama's boy (which is highly unusual for me and my other boys). Silas is enjoying nursery school (although has had a few time-outs but we're working on it) and Micah is loving 1st grade. We are definitly praying for you and your family. Miss you tons!
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