Two Year Anniversary

Today is our 2 year anniversary. We are planning to celebrate by bringing in sushi!

9 Pounds 2 Ounces

Madeline is up to 9 pounds 2 ounces and the doctor says she is "growing like a weed". She put on 24 ounces in 20 days. Maddie also measured 22 inches long now!

She got her first vaccination yesterday, the first of three Hepatitis B shots. It was a very large needle and after a slightly delayed reaction, she let out a very big cry! She quickly calmed though and was happy after she got a band-aid.

Yesterday we said goodbye to the last of the N size diapers. They claim to be up to 10 pounds, but she'd leak through the Huggies N size 50% of the time or better. She's now strictly wearing size 1. We've discovered through trial and error that Pampers are the best (and most expensive!).

Road Trip

Madeline's first road trip (and sleepover!)

We've headed up to Tallahassee for the week because I have a business trip and taking care of little Maddie is a job for more than one person! It took about 7 hours over two days to get packed, but we managed to get everything in the car. Sierra road up front, with Jessica and Maddie in the back.

Madeline pretty much slept the entire drive (whew!). Sierra and Jessica both got sleep in too!

Maddie also got to meet Uncle Elliott for the first time. He did not hesitate to pick her up (or pass her on when she started crying). Now Madeline has met all of her grandparents, aunts, and uncles!

Yawn

Baby = Sleep Deprivation

Back up to 7 pounds

Yesterday, Maddie had another weigh-in and we and the pediatrician were thrilled that she is back up to 7 pounds. She gained 8 ounces in just 5 days!

Things are going well in general. Jessica is spending her days taking care of the baby, which is proving to be a time consuming task! Nights are still rough, but Madeline seems to be moving toward a regular schedule... even if that means waking up every 3 hours!

She likes the Swing

Today we put Madeline in her swing for the first time and she seems to like it. At least while she is sleeping!

Also, most of her umbilical cord fell off, so now we'll be able to give her a real bath instead of just a sponge bath.

Other than that, we are down to our last few days of both of us at home as it is back to work for me on Monday. :(

Pediatrician Appointment

Madeline had her 2nd pediatrician appointment today and while she is very healthy, we're told her weight gain needs to increase.

So to further that, we've rented a heavy duty pump that will let us supplement what Madeline is taking out. Jessica is also taking fenugreek, an herb that is supposed to promote lactation.

Maddie's next weigh-in will be Tuesday morning.