All About Dalen
Where to start? He has kept us so busy and so much has happened. Since Dalen was tongue tied I was having to pump for what seemed to be constantly, and he was having alot of issues with colic. Not only was I having trouble keeping up with him, but it was exhausting, and since he was having colic too I called his pediatrician and she suggested that we try him on Soy formula. He has been on it for about 3 days now and has been doing great! It was so hard seeing him in pain, and it was obvious that he was. I am upset about the whole bf thing, but for me it was worth giving up if it was going to help Dalen. So here's hoping that the Soy formula continues to help him.
Today is the first day that I'm on my own taking care of Dalen by myself. He has been such a good baby (so far lol). He is very slowly starting to stay awake alittle more during the day and sleeping just alittle longer at times. I feel like we are starting to get a good bond with each other now that it's just me and him for the most part each day. Travis has been a great help with him. He gets up once at night with him most nights and does alot after work too which is good considering he is working full time and is in college full time. My Mom usually comes over in the evening and will do a feeding while I take a nap or something. I can't complain about the help I've been getting.
I have been alittle cranky which should be expected. I don't handle change well, and Dalen is a huge change! The first week I cried alot, but the second week wasn't so bad. Now my two major obstacles are the lack of sleep and trying to make the adjustment of not going out like I used to. That has been difficult. I probably could go to the grocery store or something except I'm not supposed to lift anything over 10 lbs because of my C-section. I'm sure that an 8lb. + baby and a car seat is over 10 lbs. Don't get me wrong though, I wouldn't trade being Dalen's Mom for anything. I know things will get better, just like everyone keeps reminding me :-)
Have a great Monday everyone!
4 comments:
I too struggle with the whole "going out" thing. Today was my first day alone with Owen (Adam had two weeks off and went back to work today). I really needed orange juice ( I go through about a gallon every 3 days) but I was afraid to take him out by myself. So, I have no OJ and am making due with some apple juice I have left. Maybe I'll venture out tomorrow. I'm glad the soy formula is helping Dalen feel better. I wouldn't worry about the whole breast feeding thing because it's obvious that you are doing what is best for your baby. Owen seems to be staying awake longer too and he also is on this kick of wanting to eat more often but not as much at each feeding. I was exhausted last night because he woke me up about every hour and a half where he used to be sleeping about 2 1/2 to 3 hours at a time. I'm sure it's just a stage but it seems that nothing stays the same for long. It seems the second you get some sort of "routine" they change it on you! Glad things are going well!
Hey! It was good of your ped to suggest the soy formula. Happy baby=happy mommy :-)
Babies are a huge change. Take it one day at a time. HUGS
Things slowly get better and easier. Don't be too hard on yourself about BF. You did what was right for your little man and that is what being the best mommy is about. We tried Soy forumla with Ben but it gave him a gassy belly so we had to switch to Simalic Sensitive.
You will be able to go out and adventure soon. Make sure you allow yourself to heal properly first. You just had a baby and major surgery!
i understand about not being able to go or do anything..it's hard to stay around the house for 6 wks after your checkup. and angie is right....happy baby = happy mommy!! take comfort in the fact that he's healthy, happy and eating well!!! hugs
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