Went well. Drew is growing quite nicely. He's up to the 15th percentile for weight (13 lbs 3 oz) and 75th percentile for length (25.75 inches). His head circumference is 44cm (95th percentile). He got a few shots and was more upsets that we took the bottle away than he got stuck.
He is now rolling over both ways on his own. He thinks that it is so much fun to end tummy time within 30 seconds of us starting it. He is getting quite strong with his neck control.
We have now entered the world of teething. He's been chewing on his hands for awhile and fussy at night every so often. I noticed last night a small white tooth poking through his lower gum. The poor little guy is not happy about the teething process. And I don't blame him!
We've been told that we can start solids somewhere around month 5 or 6. We haven't decided when we are going to start.
He's still a lot of fun. It's neat watching him figure things out.
Monday, September 30, 2013
Friday, September 20, 2013
What a year!
A year ago today (the date) I had my IUI which resulted in Drew.
Will have a longer update next week after the little man's 4 month appointment
Wednesday, September 4, 2013
Latest Update
It's been awhile since the last post. Drew is now 14.5 weeks old and I've gone back to work. Which of course means he started daycare. Both of us are doing well with our new arrangement. I was ready to go back and Drew's making a ton of friends.
Drew is definitely over 12 pounds now. The past few days he has tried to roll over. He can get almost all the way. He has a tendency to get stuck on his left shoulder. He'll get there soon enough. He also tried to fling himself backwards out of my arms this past weekend. He scared himself and me.
We have also had our first (and probably not the last) ER visit. Shortly before he was 3 months, he came down with a bit of a fever. He had caught a virus, nothing major thankfully. He did very well despite having to get an IV put in. Both Mike and I did well and were able to help calm Drew down afterwards.
I have gone ahead and applied to be a milk donor. I'm waiting for the approvals before I can free up some freezer space. It is kinda nutty how much I'm producing. I averaged 50 ounces a day for the month of August.
Our next adventure is to purchase a bigger car for me (and one that has less miles on it!). Hopefully that will be this weekend.
Drew is definitely over 12 pounds now. The past few days he has tried to roll over. He can get almost all the way. He has a tendency to get stuck on his left shoulder. He'll get there soon enough. He also tried to fling himself backwards out of my arms this past weekend. He scared himself and me.
We have also had our first (and probably not the last) ER visit. Shortly before he was 3 months, he came down with a bit of a fever. He had caught a virus, nothing major thankfully. He did very well despite having to get an IV put in. Both Mike and I did well and were able to help calm Drew down afterwards.
I have gone ahead and applied to be a milk donor. I'm waiting for the approvals before I can free up some freezer space. It is kinda nutty how much I'm producing. I averaged 50 ounces a day for the month of August.
Our next adventure is to purchase a bigger car for me (and one that has less miles on it!). Hopefully that will be this weekend.
Friday, August 2, 2013
2 month appointment
Drew's 2 month appointment was last week. He was just shy of 10 pounds (9 pounds 15 ounces to be exact). He's still in the 5th percentile for weight and length. His head size is in the 85th percentile. Overall he is doing well. He is starting to get a flat spot on his head. So we're trying to do more tummy time and I've purchased a pillow that is supposed to help. He got 4 vaccinations before we left the doctor's office - 1 oral and 3 shots. The poor guy was a little miserable afterwards and that evening got a 101 fever. I did speak with the on-call pediatrician and getting a fever is normal. They wanted us to call back if it rose to above 103, which it didn't. He was happier the next day.
Drew is doing so much better with tummy time. He can pick his head up and go back and forth several times. And he's able to stay on his belly for longer periods of time. He still gets frustrated that he cannot lift his torso off the ground and take off moving. He's still trying though. He also almost rolled over the other day. He's been able to roll on his side for a long time now. He started occasionally sleeping on his side at 4 days old. It won't be long before he'll make it all the way over.
He's also discovered that taking a bath is fun! Or more accurately, if he kicks his legs in the tubs he splashes and he loves that. He coos and talks more. And he's starting to laugh and giggle.
Since then, he had a busy week. Lots of friends and family visiting. This past Monday was a very busy day. We spent time at daycare. I really like his teacher (Miss Jen). We also got to meet one of his classmates (M) who will be starting around the same time at Drew. For the time being it'll just be the two boys and on Fridays for the time being, Drew will be the only one in the infant room. That afternoon, Auntie Karen arrived and totally confused the heck out of Drew. We look enough and sound enough alike, that he thought that she was me for awhile and even tried to nurse on her. After Karen left, we went and visited Mike's parents as his Aunt was visiting.
Tuesday, we spent more time with Karen and Caleb. Eventually Nate arrived and we had a nice siblings reunion. Nate got to feed Drew twice. Drew was such a good boy when we went out to dinner. Half the time he was fascinated by the sounds and lights (his new obsession is light fixtures and ceiling fans) and the other half of the time he was sleeping. We feel more comfortable going out to dinner to a causal restaurant with him. And we finally got to check out the newest location of Ixtapa.
The cats are totally used to him now. They aren't as freaked out when he starts to cry or scream. Ming will let him pet her (me holding his hand of course) and she was very good the day he popped her in the jaw. She got treats (and Drew moved away) because she didn't hiss, growl, swipe or bite him. Elsee has added him to her list of humans that she needs to keep track of.
It's hard to believe that my maternity leave is almost over. In some respects, I cannot wait to go back to work and get more adult interaction. On the other hand, I'll miss spending the day with Drew. I know for a fact, I'm not cut out to be a stay at home parent. I love the little guy but it'll be better for both of us with me working and him making friends and learning. I am totally confident that he'll love daycare and the interaction with others will be beneficial for him.
And now a few pictures:
Drew is doing so much better with tummy time. He can pick his head up and go back and forth several times. And he's able to stay on his belly for longer periods of time. He still gets frustrated that he cannot lift his torso off the ground and take off moving. He's still trying though. He also almost rolled over the other day. He's been able to roll on his side for a long time now. He started occasionally sleeping on his side at 4 days old. It won't be long before he'll make it all the way over.
He's also discovered that taking a bath is fun! Or more accurately, if he kicks his legs in the tubs he splashes and he loves that. He coos and talks more. And he's starting to laugh and giggle.
Since then, he had a busy week. Lots of friends and family visiting. This past Monday was a very busy day. We spent time at daycare. I really like his teacher (Miss Jen). We also got to meet one of his classmates (M) who will be starting around the same time at Drew. For the time being it'll just be the two boys and on Fridays for the time being, Drew will be the only one in the infant room. That afternoon, Auntie Karen arrived and totally confused the heck out of Drew. We look enough and sound enough alike, that he thought that she was me for awhile and even tried to nurse on her. After Karen left, we went and visited Mike's parents as his Aunt was visiting.
Tuesday, we spent more time with Karen and Caleb. Eventually Nate arrived and we had a nice siblings reunion. Nate got to feed Drew twice. Drew was such a good boy when we went out to dinner. Half the time he was fascinated by the sounds and lights (his new obsession is light fixtures and ceiling fans) and the other half of the time he was sleeping. We feel more comfortable going out to dinner to a causal restaurant with him. And we finally got to check out the newest location of Ixtapa.
The cats are totally used to him now. They aren't as freaked out when he starts to cry or scream. Ming will let him pet her (me holding his hand of course) and she was very good the day he popped her in the jaw. She got treats (and Drew moved away) because she didn't hiss, growl, swipe or bite him. Elsee has added him to her list of humans that she needs to keep track of.
It's hard to believe that my maternity leave is almost over. In some respects, I cannot wait to go back to work and get more adult interaction. On the other hand, I'll miss spending the day with Drew. I know for a fact, I'm not cut out to be a stay at home parent. I love the little guy but it'll be better for both of us with me working and him making friends and learning. I am totally confident that he'll love daycare and the interaction with others will be beneficial for him.
And now a few pictures:
Playing with his arm rattles.
With his aunt and uncles
All 5 of us!
Tuesday, July 16, 2013
Had my 6 week pp appointment last Friday (I was at 7 weeks but the 4th of July holiday influenced when I could get an appointment). My blood pressure is still low! And I'm at about 2 pounds heavier than when I got pregnant, which I'm happy about. My stomach needs a ton of toning but that will come. All restrictions have been lifted, which I'm happy about. It means that I can start exercising but I need to start slow (like walks). If we weren't having yet another heat wave, I would be taking Drew out daily. Hopefully next week will be cooler. I'm also back on birth control (a progesterone only pill which is breast feeding safe). They want to control my PCOS like symptoms and there is a chance that I could get pregnant on my own. There is no way to tell if my body has now figured out how to work correctly. Mike and I don't want to take any chances as we are fine with 1 kid right now and want to wait to discuss number 2.
I also got my return to work letter which has been sent to HR. So I'm all set to return. It's bittersweet. On one hand, I'm looking forward to more adult interaction. On the other hand, it has been nice having a break from work and spending every day with Drew. It'll be good for him to be at daycare and I know he will be in good hands.
We've had to pack up almost all of the newborn clothes now and have him primarily in 0-3 month sizes. He's also figuring out how to play with toys and is smiling a lot more. Every day he is a bit more alert. He's also figured out how to wiggle himself off his activity mat in a short time span. And he desperately wants to get up and go. I have taken a few videos of him, so of which have been posted to youtube. Let me know if you want the link.
Pumping and bottle feeding has been going well. I definitely have an oversupply. Drew's eating about 22-25 ounces per day and I'm producing anywhere from 45-48 ounces per day. The freezer is getting quite full. I'm debating purchasing a mini freezer from Amazon. Mike and I still need to discuss that. Ideally, I would want a full freezer, however, we don't have space for it and it would not fit in the basement as we couldn't get it down there. Here's what the freezer looks like as of 10 minutes ago:
The storage bins that I got work very well. I need to decide if I want to purchase a few more. Although that would take up basically all the room on the top shelf.
Here's a few pictures of Drew from the past few days:
I also got my return to work letter which has been sent to HR. So I'm all set to return. It's bittersweet. On one hand, I'm looking forward to more adult interaction. On the other hand, it has been nice having a break from work and spending every day with Drew. It'll be good for him to be at daycare and I know he will be in good hands.
We've had to pack up almost all of the newborn clothes now and have him primarily in 0-3 month sizes. He's also figuring out how to play with toys and is smiling a lot more. Every day he is a bit more alert. He's also figured out how to wiggle himself off his activity mat in a short time span. And he desperately wants to get up and go. I have taken a few videos of him, so of which have been posted to youtube. Let me know if you want the link.
Pumping and bottle feeding has been going well. I definitely have an oversupply. Drew's eating about 22-25 ounces per day and I'm producing anywhere from 45-48 ounces per day. The freezer is getting quite full. I'm debating purchasing a mini freezer from Amazon. Mike and I still need to discuss that. Ideally, I would want a full freezer, however, we don't have space for it and it would not fit in the basement as we couldn't get it down there. Here's what the freezer looks like as of 10 minutes ago:
Here's a few pictures of Drew from the past few days:
Shows that he has liked having his hand by his face since at least my 19 week anatomy scan.
On his activity mat before I started shooting video.
Monday, July 8, 2013
My little guy is getting so big! We have to move the straps up on his car seat this weekend and we removed his head support. He's picking his head up more and he's starting to creep. He's pushing himself off on people when he gets the chance. He's going to be mobile before we know it! I've started washing the 0-3 month clothes that we have as he's growing out of some of his newborn clothes.
He had a busy weekend and 4th of July. We spent the 4th with Mike's parents and grandparents. Saturday, Mike's parents babysat for us so we could go on a date night. It was nice and weird to leave him and not have to worry for a few hours. Sunday, Drew got to meet one set of my second parents and then we went to a cookout at my Aunt's house. There he got to hear some Swedish as a family friend was in town with his boys.
Thankfully he hasn't seemed to mind this heat too much. Granted we have AC units in our bedrooms and will retreat in there if he is getting too sweaty.
Approximately 2 more weeks and he'll be 2 months old! I'm dreading it in a way as he has a doctor's appointment that day and he's going to be getting a bunch of shots. The poor little guy will not be a happy camper.
He had a busy weekend and 4th of July. We spent the 4th with Mike's parents and grandparents. Saturday, Mike's parents babysat for us so we could go on a date night. It was nice and weird to leave him and not have to worry for a few hours. Sunday, Drew got to meet one set of my second parents and then we went to a cookout at my Aunt's house. There he got to hear some Swedish as a family friend was in town with his boys.
Thankfully he hasn't seemed to mind this heat too much. Granted we have AC units in our bedrooms and will retreat in there if he is getting too sweaty.
Approximately 2 more weeks and he'll be 2 months old! I'm dreading it in a way as he has a doctor's appointment that day and he's going to be getting a bunch of shots. The poor little guy will not be a happy camper.
Wednesday, July 3, 2013
Maternity leave half over
It's hard to believe that my leave is half over. It does mean that Drew is getting older and I'm basically back to normal.
The little guy is definitely getting bigger. He's staying up for longer periods of time. And he's cooing and ahing a lot more, which is super adorable. He is also getting more curious and can hold his head up for longer periods of time. He's started to creep a little bit when we put him on his tummy. He gets frustrated easily when we put him on the floor for tummy time so a majority of the time I put him on me. Of course he is able to scoot up me and usually ends up head-butting me.
The cats have gotten used to him. Ming still runs away when he starts screaming and she's still a little nervous. Elsee occasionally comes over and sniffs him. Both of them have gotten over us bringing another member into the household as they have realized that we still give them love and attention.
Here's a few pictures that I took today:
The little guy is definitely getting bigger. He's staying up for longer periods of time. And he's cooing and ahing a lot more, which is super adorable. He is also getting more curious and can hold his head up for longer periods of time. He's started to creep a little bit when we put him on his tummy. He gets frustrated easily when we put him on the floor for tummy time so a majority of the time I put him on me. Of course he is able to scoot up me and usually ends up head-butting me.
The cats have gotten used to him. Ming still runs away when he starts screaming and she's still a little nervous. Elsee occasionally comes over and sniffs him. Both of them have gotten over us bringing another member into the household as they have realized that we still give them love and attention.
Here's a few pictures that I took today:
Giving me the side eye look
Yay! Or I'm about to start screaming
I'm doing my "Oh" face but Mom wasn't quick enough to catch it.
Monday, June 24, 2013
1 month check-up
It's hard to believe that I have a 1 month old! I took Drew to his 1 month appointment today. He's looking good. He's continuing to gain weight (7 pounds 15 ounces, 5th percentile) and he's now 20 inches long (3rd percentile).
He's starting to be more alert and his coos are adorable! We got him a swing which has been wonderful as he likes movement and it gives me a break, especially since Mike has now returned to work.
I've decided that instead of making a new blog, I'm just going to keep updating this one. Easier and for those who follow via a RSS feed you don't have to change. FYI - anyone who uses google reader, remember that it is disappearing as of July 1st. Feedly is a good substitute (I'm using it) and there are a bunch of other possibilities.
If anyone is interested, we have gotten newborn pictures taken. They look awesome! Send me a message and I can provide the link if anyone is interested.
He's starting to be more alert and his coos are adorable! We got him a swing which has been wonderful as he likes movement and it gives me a break, especially since Mike has now returned to work.
I've decided that instead of making a new blog, I'm just going to keep updating this one. Easier and for those who follow via a RSS feed you don't have to change. FYI - anyone who uses google reader, remember that it is disappearing as of July 1st. Feedly is a good substitute (I'm using it) and there are a bunch of other possibilities.
We dressed him up in this outfit to go visit with friends the other day.
Quality Drew & Dad time while watching the Bruins.
If anyone is interested, we have gotten newborn pictures taken. They look awesome! Send me a message and I can provide the link if anyone is interested.
Tuesday, June 11, 2013
newborn pictures!
We took Drew to get his newborn pictures done today by one of ours friends who is an amazing photographer. It was a little bit of a drive as his studio is south east of Hartford, CT. But it was so worth it. The raw pictures we were shown were just amazing and I can't wait until his posts the proofs.
I ended up calling Drew's doctor today as he has had some eye crustiness. They are about 95% sure that he has a blocked tear duct. They did sent a culture to the lab just to be on the safe side. He was weighed today and he has gained almost a pound since his last appointment about a week and a half ago. He's now up to 6 pounds, 10.5 ounces! I guess I didn't have to worry about him not getting enough to eat.
I ended up calling Drew's doctor today as he has had some eye crustiness. They are about 95% sure that he has a blocked tear duct. They did sent a culture to the lab just to be on the safe side. He was weighed today and he has gained almost a pound since his last appointment about a week and a half ago. He's now up to 6 pounds, 10.5 ounces! I guess I didn't have to worry about him not getting enough to eat.
Monday, June 10, 2013
feeding issues
I've made the decision to switch to exclusively pumping and bottle feeding. After 2 weeks of struggling with breastfeeding where both Drew and I have gotten frustrated, it was time to try something new. It also didn't help that he was up for 2.5 hours this morning where he fed on and off for that whole period of time.
Mike was able to feed him not too long ago and he seemed much happier by the end opposed to when I try to breastfeed him. I'm glad that I have a dual electric pump that works very well. It'll also cut down on the time it takes to feed him. 15 minutes to pump plus 15-20 minutes to bottle feed him opposed to 30-40 minutes per side.
If anyone is looking for pictures, they can be found here: http://kames12.imgur.com
Mike was able to feed him not too long ago and he seemed much happier by the end opposed to when I try to breastfeed him. I'm glad that I have a dual electric pump that works very well. It'll also cut down on the time it takes to feed him. 15 minutes to pump plus 15-20 minutes to bottle feed him opposed to 30-40 minutes per side.
If anyone is looking for pictures, they can be found here: http://kames12.imgur.com
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