Happy 4th of July!

We went and watched fireworks today. Grayson slept through the whole thing. I had to feed him twice, but with my nursing cover, it's so discreet.

I lost another 7 lbs too. So, I’ve lost 20 so far. Grayson had another check up on Thursday. He weighed 8 lbs 5 oz. He gained 10 oz in 7 days! My milk must be good. He is on a schedule, somewhat. He eats a lot at 10pm. I feed him for about an hour. Then, he sleeps until 2-2:30am, and the he eats for about 30-45 minutes and then he sleeps until 6am. We go back to sleep after that feeding while Chris gets up with the kids at 7am. Me and Grayson sleep until about 9am. I am still really sore, but I am off the pain meds.

Day Twelve

Chris took me to go get a pedicure today. It was nice to get out of the house. He got one also. We went to lunch too. It was a nice “date” and I enjoyed myself! I am pretty self sufficient now. I shaved by myself, and I can squat and everything. I can do everything I’m just slow going. I just wish I could drive. I feel cooped up not being able to drive anywhere. I don’t know if I can make it to my Dr appt for the release. I may have to drive before then or I’ll go crazy. I looked at my scar today. It looks ugly, but it’s so low, no one will ever see it. Tomorrow, Grayson goes for his 2 week checkup and heel stick. Then, my kids are coming home!!!! My tummy is shrinking down nicely. I think the breastfeeding is helping a lot! I am weighing in on Friday for my official weight.

I’m off the steroids, but I think I may need another round. I am only about 90% better, and I am still using nose spray about 2 times a day.

One Week Old!

I woke up today and could not breathe! MAJOR SINUS INFECTION! I had to go to the ENT and get on steroids. I can’t feed Grayson for 4 hours after taking them. So, I have to feed him, pump, take the pills, and give him the expressed milk in between. I hope these steroids help! I’m so tired though. Grayson is 1 week old today!!!!! I’m off the pain pills too! But, I am able to get out of bed on my own. Yay me! I lost 13 pounds so far.

Day Six

Today, we had Grayson’s first ped check up. He has gained back 4.5 oz since we left the hospital. He’s only has 3 oz to go to be back up to birth weight. We go back on Thursday for another checkup. He is still eating well. I was able to feed him without the nipple shells today! Maybe I won’t have to wear them! I’m so engorged!!!! It hurts! I had my first nurse in public today. It was so easy with the hooter hider! Chris took me to the mall and I got some nursing bras WITH SUPPORT and some nursing tops. Big accomplishment for me: I shaved my own legs today! Woo Hoo!

Day five

I am feeling a little better. I wish I could do more on my own, but it will come with time. I still feel very lumpy! I can’t wait to see how much weight I am left with. Still on pain meds, but Grayson is eating like a champ! He is going in 2-3 hour increments. He is starting to cluster feed though, which scares me. My friend did that and ended up with a breast infection from her body making too much milk thinking she was nursing triplets. So, we introduced the pacifier tonight! He did much better with feedings! He just wanted to suck, that’s all. I’m getting around and moving OK. Still need help getting out of bed and showering the bottom half of me though.

Day four

Still sore! I am really swollen too. My ankles are so puffy and my toes look like sausages! My older kids come home today! I miss them so much! Chris has been taking care of the house and doing wonderful! I am so lucky to have him.

Day Three

Today, we get to go home! Yay! Grayson lost 8 oz at the hospital, but he is not jaundiced at all! We have our first checkup on Thursday. My milk came in today!