You may also notice the awesome dresser, while shopping around with our gift card, my bargain hunter husband, saw this dresser that matches our crib exactly on the floor for clearance, a $90 dollar steal. I was very excited, because I actually have somewhere to change Aiden now other than the crib.
I have to share something else really cool that happened to me yesterday. Well I was feeling very house-bound and dying to get to Wal-Mart, actually fixated on it. So instead of going to youth(I know bad influence) Jeff dropped me off at Wal-mart for a whole evening of shopping. Aiden slept the whole time which was great and of course I am the type of shopper (the annoying shopper) that loads my cart and then slowly removes things as I decide if they are a need or a want. So I get to the check out and load my stuff on the conveyor and then decided, that some sleepers I picked out, and a photo album and a few other things could be left until the next trip. That's all fine and good, I purchase my things and then head to McDonald's to feed Aiden (for Wal-Mart being a family store, it sure is annoying that they don't have a nursing room) anyway I am sitting there for like 10 mintues and my cashier comes up with a bag filled with the things I left and said the lady behind me wanted to purchase these things for me (WHAT!) I was blown away, this whole week I have been praying for a way I could show a random act of kindness and instead I was totally blessed by one. Who knows if this lady, which I happened to glance at briefly was a Christian or not, but it was a great reminder that people still care about other people in our individually-success driven society!
Update on Aiden. He is trying out some tummy time. Not something he was to fond of, he would much rather have tummy time with Daddy. (Seems to be one of his favorite sleeping positions.
Things he loves:
Anything that plays music
Car rides
Listening to mommy talk on the phone
The shower or any water running
Lying on our bed, right beside me (He could be wide awake and I could fall asleep and wake up a bit later and he's totally sleeping)
Eating
Smooches
Things he doesn't like so much:
Getting out of the tub (who does?)
Getting his diaper changed, especially if he's hungry
Being alone for more than a bit
When mommy eats pizza
Gas
He is doing really well, as some of you know I have been supplementing him with formula because due to my c-section or possibly some other factors I just don't have enough milk for him. So I was doing this whole tube feeding thing, not very fun, rather depressing because you are always worried he'll have to eat when your out and its a big hassel. So I switched to bottle supplement, making things a lot happier around here. Now its just the question if I should continue sqeaking out a bit of milk for him or just resign to the fact that with this baby its just not going to work. That option just seems to make me feel so much more relaxed and better about the nutrition for my baby, the other part is apprehensive that I will have a baby that suffers from lots of gas pains, spitting up, and constantly wondering if he's full since he seems to down any amount I give him in a bottle. So there lies the dilemma. His sleeping is really good, usually only wakes up once except the last couple of days he seems to have hit a growth spurt and he's up more often- nothing to complain about however! I am continuing to heal, except I seemed to have gotten an infection in my incision so I am back on antibiotics. I am quite the druggy lately it seems. But as God continues to remind me, this to shall pass and I will long for the days of him cuddling on my chest and just being content staring at me.
So I will try to cherish these moments to the fullest:)
10 comments:
Hey Jocelyn - It's fun checking your blog these days since there are so many great updates. I loved the Wal-Mart story and it made me feel teary-eyed, as if I was receiving the blessing too! That's so awesome.
My kids have never been fans of tummy time either - but now Micah thinks it's great fun to have "tummy times" with Keziah :)
Hi Joc!
The room looks great. What an amazing blessing to be a part of. Sorry to hear that you're back on antibiotics but I'm glad things are going well for the most part. I'll be praying for you as you decide whether or not to keep nursing. I go back and forth on that a lot but so far I've kept at it - I think mostly because Eric keeps pushing me in that direction. Love ya! See you Sunday if not tomorrow.
ooh, i'm so glad aiden loves the mobile! i would love it too :)
Hey Joc - for what it's worth, I had to supplement Abbie during the first month as well, and there were definately times where I felt like just giving up and putting her on a bottle...but I guess it's the postpartum nurse in me (since we are constantly told that breast-feeding is so much better for the baby)because I kept going and slowly weaned her off the supplement - and then nursed for 13 months and loved every minute of it :) But that is just my experience, I know it's very different for everyone - I will definately be praying for you in the next while as you make this decision! Oh ya, and Abbie did NOT like her tummy time, either, until we tried propping her chest up onto one of those breast-feeding pillows! Once she was able to look around a bit and not keep bonking her nose on the ground, she was alot happier!
I am teary eyed - I love you guys! I love this post! I love that I just hung up the phone with you and will get to see you soon. You are a blessing in my life!
Wow that is so cool what that lady did for you! I believe that was a total God thing. Aiden's room looks so cute with those little extra things. Way to go on the bargain on the dresser. That is a super deal. I am praying for you guys, see you soon and snooch Aiden for me!
Auntie Jolene
Hey Jocelyn,
if you decide to persevere with the breastfeeding here are some random thoughts:
i hear that beer is quite good for increasing your milk supply - the malt in the beer does something - I'm not sure what but I know it works
also, you can ask your doctor for a prescription for "domperidone" (i think that's the drug) - it helps with milk supply as well - lots of the moms whose babies are in the special care nursery for a while take domperidone so they can keep pumping.
also have you consulted a lactation consultant or is there a La Leche League in your area? that kind of support can be invaluable and they might have tips for you that would make all the difference.
i often read your blog through Rosanna's links and have loved hearing all the stories! Aidan is beautiful. congratulations!
you are in my thoughts and prayers
love
charlotte
That's awesome that you were blessed. Hopefully you now can repay that blessing to someone else.
I would try to breast feed if you can, though if it doesn't work you won't be a bad mom because of it. Mom never good breast feed me because I was too sick.
I remember how blessed I was by Scott's people when i got married. What a great place to work at.
Oh my, do I ever miss him. What a sweet newphew I have. I think of him every day.I have done tons of shopping for in Vancouver and Vicoria for Aiden.I can hardly wait to give it to you.
Wow Joc, that's a amazing story there. Its pretty cool that people can do that. Just when you may need it. Miss you tons. Take care!
Love Auntie Jeanna
Jocelyn and Jeff
Hey guys. Aidan looks so cute. What a little blessing!!! Looking forward to meeing him.
I was reading about your decision whether or not to switch to just formula. I thought that I would let you know what our experiences have been. I also had a c-section and my milk supply was low. We had to suppliment with the syringe. It was a real pain. We ended up switching to just formula. For us, that was the best thing. It was less stressful and Tim was able to feed Danica. Tim and Danica have really bonded during those times. Danica had gas on breast milk and formula but no spitting up on either. Just remember that every situation is different and don't feel guilty if you decide to quit breast feeding. Feel free to call me if you have any questions.
Sometime we will bring you supper over. Take Care
Joleen Bushman
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