

( My favorite face to make!!!! Watch out, ladies!!)
So, I know some of you have been wondering why we haven't posted anything new recently. Well, we just don't know where the week has gone! The weekend of strictly breastfeeding went well overall - Liam had a melt down for a couple of hours where eating was the last thing he wanted to do, though he was obviously hungry. Monday, I had an appointment with a lactation consultant to help with this transition. There are these two fabulous stores/resource centers here in LA called the Pump Station. I was given very good and practical advice from the consultant, who does consultations at a NICU in Santa Monica. It was a blessing that I was able to meet with someone who has experience with breasfeeding premature babies! So, instead of fighting Liam with every feed, the woman suggested that if after 15 minutes of trying he still doesn't want it, then to go ahead and give him a bottle. She encouraged me by saying that this will be a process, not an instantaneous event! Afterall, Liam is still supposed to be inside me for another 3 weeks right now growing and getting ready for all that breastfeeding takes! So, though I am somewhat discouraged by the realization that the pump is still going to be my friend and that Liam will take a few more weeks still, I know that it is worth it to persevere when it seems hard. He overall is still breastfeeding well, but I do give the bottle when necessary. I am sure that as time moves on, it will be less and less!
Sara had her baby shower on Sunday here in Los Angeles. Her friends decided to throw one to welcome Liam and of course to have some fun! It was a wonderful time to visit with friends. We still played the poopy diaper game, which I now know all about! Brian headed back to work on Monday, and that has been a real shock to the system! But, Brian continues to put in his time with Liam and at night when Sara needs help. He is a fabulous husband and loves his boy. Neither of us had had a chance to prepare for what this period in our life would be like. Although, I am sure the extra weeks if Liam had been born on time would not have prepared us enough! We are just constantly amazed that God has entrusted us to take care of such a little person!
So, Liam continues to be busy sleeping, eating, peeing out of his diaper, and pooping lots. Not much new going on in his life! He is, however, acting much more like a baby with his fussiness and such. We think he is looking fuller in the face and body, and his tiniest premie clothes he has just about outgrown. They were the only ones that fit! He will be amazed that he ever fit into them. It all makes me realize how quickly precious time will pass, and has already passed.
Hope you all are doing well. Enjoy the pictures!
3 comments:
he really is so cute. those eyes are amazing. we have to get more pictures of you and liam. but i do love the ones you have up.
beautiful baby, beautiful family. Can't wait to meet the little guy in person. Love to you all-
Aunt laurie
PS will share with nana tomorrow
Sara,
I've been wondering how your first week at home alone went, and your appt at the Pump Station- but your voicemail was all filled up last week when I tried to call! (believe me, I understand!) so thanks for posting this! I've been thinking of you and praying for you during this time. he is so precious and you are doing a really great job! hope to talk to you soon,
love,
lisa
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