Wednesday, December 16th, 2009 - On the 3rd day of Christmas, my Good Lord gave to me visitors and recovery.
So last night, the baby went to respite so that Brad and I could get some sleep. Though we only really got about 3 hours, it felt good to sleep uninterrupted. They really didn't mess with me through that. So we woke up and Brad went down to get us some breakfast. I continued to try breastfeeding. It honestly wasn't going so well. I just get frustrated and he does too. I don't know if this is going to work. But I keep going The lactation consultant, Karen, walked in on Austin and me both crying. She helped to calm me and gave me a simple routine to follow to make it easier. The day went on and Brad's parents came and took pictures and helped.
Austin got his circumcision. I thought Dr. Epstein was going to really do what he said. See, he was the first circumcision at the new hospital and he wanted to bronze the foreskin. Though I know he was just kidding, I think he really would have if he could have. I have come to the conclusion now that the circumcision was really not a good thing to do to my baby. What a painful ordeal! Can't hospitals use non-stick gauze? Oh, that fibrous gauze they use just sticks to the wound no matter how much vaseline you ooze all over his tiny little penis! He would just shriek and throw his hands down toward it every time we changed his diaper. Egads! I would never do that again. I know he won't remember it, but I will. I also would never declaw my cat...same issue.
Then the visitors started to flow in slowly. First was Julie. I was so happy to see her. She came in when she had a break at work. She was the first non-family to get to hold Austin (besides the nurses of course). While she was there, I was watching her with my back to the door when I heard the voice I know all too well. My mom! Momma came out without telling me!!! What an awesome surprise! I was just moved to tears! I couldn't have been happier to see someone in all my life. She stayed with us until Monday the 21st. It was just a joy and blessing to have her here.
Today, Austin was checked by the pediatrician who gave him a clean bill of health. He had his little heel of his foot pricked for blood tests. All checked out. He's a healthy little guy.
Tiffany stopped by to say hello. It was good to see her. She wasn't feeling well due to a sinus infection so she didn't stay long, but honestly, it was just good that she came. Funny thing is that she has really been supportive to me through all this. Her words of encouragement along the way have been just what I need to hear. I think sometimes she misses stuff with me and all, but I underestimate her. Really, she gets it.
Cindy and Rebecca also stopped by. They brought Austin a wonderful gift of clothes and things he will truly use. Cindy just spoiled my mom. She is so sweet. Rebecca was so cute with Austin in her arms. I know she will be a great mom when it's her time.
Then things started to die down. I set up to nurse and we had a good run. When I was finished, I walked out of the room and down the hall to tell my mom and Brad's parents that they could come back into the room and I think I locked down the exits. Austin has little tags on his ankles that shut down the hospital if someone tries to get out with him. I walked past the fire exit and heard a beep and loud click. OOPS! Better stay in my room!
Dr. Epstein told me I could leave today, but I opted to spend another night. My pain was still pretty high and I still wanted to take advantage of the lactation nurses who were on duty. Plus, Brad and I could use one more night of nurses taking care of Austin before we take him home. So I stayed. The pain meds helped ease the discomfort, but my back still ached.
Austin is just so cute. I hold him and he stares at me. It's so sweet to look into his little eyes. I wonder so many things about him. What will he look like? What will he do? What will be his first words? What kinds of foods will he like? So much to think about. But my hormones are so all over the place. I cry so much. I laugh so much. It's all so weird and new. Boy, never underestimate what God will do when you tell him you need some excitement in your life!
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