Anyway, we are all doing well. My parents arrived last Saturday, and have done an incredible job of taking care of us. My mom has done countless loads of laundry and dishes, made meals, changed diapers, prepared kids' school lunches, etc. And my dad has helped out by being the bus driver... taking the kids to and from school and their after-school activities. I haven't had to lift a finger, which has been so nice. It's allowed me to focus on taking care of Collin, nursing, resting, etc.
Collin is doing just great. He's gaining weight nicely, which is so encouraging to an unconfident, nursing mom like me. He was 9 pounds at birth, and was 8 pounds 11 ounces yesterday. He's already a professional pooper, often granting us a second curtain call after we've just changed him. He's been sleeping well too, and once we get him to sleep, he usually sleeps for most of the night-time, except for feedings (and yes, I am knocking on wood as I am typing this!). He seems to be pretty content so far, and doesn't seem at all affected by the chaos in the house. It's apparent that he feels very at home with his big brother and big sister, who just love him. Maddie, in particular, just smothers him with attention to the point of literally squishing him. She's learning, though.
The hardest part about this past week, is that I came down with Mastitis. It hasn't been particularly painful, but I had 3 days of severe flu-like symptoms that just wiped me out.... chills, fever, headaches, etc. Thankfully, we caught it early, and I was able to get on an antibiotic right away. Again, I don't know what I would have done if my mom wasn't here. So, come Monday, my parents will be flying home, and Ethan and I will be flying solo (well, duo, I guess). I really have no idea what condition our home or kids or refrigerator will be like a week from now. I suppose it's a good time to focus on the priorities for survival, and let the rest of the details find their way back in someday.
Thank you to all of you who have emailed us with congratulations and words of encouragement. It's amazing how loved we feel even being so far away from you all. And, please feel free to leave any advice for us in the comments. We can use all the help we can get!
4 comments:
I'm sorry you had Mastitis. I had the fever, chills, and all too. I kept getting clogged milk ducts on one particular side about once a month until I started taking Lecithin supplements. I NEVER had one again afterwards. Just thought I'd let you know if you end up being prone to them. They don't work for everybody. I think Briana tried them with no luck. But it helped me out because it was so painful and I had them so often (although only the Mastitis-like symptoms once). I took Lecithin granduals on my cereal everyday and that seemed to do the trick for me.
Sounds like you're doing great, though! So wonderful to have your family there, I'm sure.
Uhhh . . . that's a hard comment to follow - I just wanted to say that you FIVE are in our prayers and thanks for posting the great pics in the last two entries. What adorable kids!
Brian
don't be thinking about the weeks and months ahead...take one day at a time. each day is so different and babies change so much every week. you are a great mom and shouldn't doubt yourself!! you can do this!!! take advantage of maddie's willingness to be with collin. give her baby chores that will help you out....miss you guys so much.
Rebecca and Ethan...and kids...you all look so happy. I have been praying for you all. how I wish i could see all of you in person. I better start saving my money...love to you all
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