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rcorinne's Pregnancy
My Due Date: July 19, 2015I have given birth!
Age: 39 years old
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8 days old (see week 42 bump pic)
By rcorinne » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 1:41am - 384 views - 7 comments
We've been through so much these past several days, and it's only been a bit over a week. Super fast labor and delivery, NICU stay, 2 pediatrician appointments, Children's hospital ER visit, hearing test, various phone conversations with medical professionals, scheduling, potty training, visiting family members, and of course, exhaustion. Today, I'm pretty sure, is the first day I didn't cry. Emotional is an understatement to describe how DH and I have been feeling. Emma, I'm proud to say, is up 6 oz from her birth weight. My milk production has been very high. (I'm finally not feeling engorged.) Also, the scheduled feedings to make sure she never goes long without food, due to her MCADD, helped her to put on that weight. Despite her medical issues, she has been similar to Cameron. They're pretty much the same size and growth rate so far. Also, she's been very calm through it all. Honestly, Emma is easy, Cam is kind of difficult, and I'm feeling recovered enough act as Mom and housekeeper again. Going out as a family of 4 takes some juggling. I fear next week without DH by my side. He is a great encourager and comforter. And he gives me time to rest while he watches one of the kids. Despite that, I look forward to taking charge of my household with less supervision. He and I have had quite the ups and downs already. He is a great father, but he places chores low on his priorities, loses his temper easily with Cam and me, and passes out when he's tired, leaving me on my own at some less than ideal times. Okay, just being real, not wanting to be too much of a downer. I love my beautiful family. We are complete now. We go to see the genetic specialist on Thursday. We will be stronger through each challenge and make sure Emma continues to thrive.
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8 days old (see week 42 bump pic)
By rcorinne » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 1:41am - 384 views - 7 comments
We've been through so much these past several days, and it's only been a bit over a week. Super fast labor and delivery, NICU stay, 2 pediatrician appointments, Children's hospital ER visit, hearing test, various phone conversations with medical professionals, scheduling, potty training, visiting family members, and of course, exhaustion. Today, I'm pretty sure, is the first day I didn't cry. Emotional is an understatement to describe how DH and I have been feeling. Emma, I'm proud to say, is up 6 oz from her birth weight. My milk production has been very high. (I'm finally not feeling engorged.) Also, the scheduled feedings to make sure she never goes long without food, due to her MCADD, helped her to put on that weight. Despite her medical issues, she has been similar to Cameron. They're pretty much the same size and growth rate so far. Also, she's been very calm through it all. Honestly, Emma is easy, Cam is kind of difficult, and I'm feeling recovered enough act as Mom and housekeeper again. Going out as a family of 4 takes some juggling. I fear next week without DH by my side. He is a great encourager and comforter. And he gives me time to rest while he watches one of the kids. Despite that, I look forward to taking charge of my household with less supervision. He and I have had quite the ups and downs already. He is a great father, but he places chores low on his priorities, loses his temper easily with Cam and me, and passes out when he's tired, leaving me on my own at some less than ideal times. Okay, just being real, not wanting to be too much of a downer. I love my beautiful family. We are complete now. We go to see the genetic specialist on Thursday. We will be stronger through each challenge and make sure Emma continues to thrive.
Comments for this Journal Entry
 | Comment from kaitlinrae » Posted Jul. 29, 2015 10:12pm Congratulations!!! You sound like you're doing an amazing job at home.. I hope the appointment goes well, it sounds like Emma takes after you in the strength department :) keep us updated! |
 | Comment from eat2nourish » Posted Jul. 29, 2015 9:32am She's beautiful. Time is going by so fast & glad you're making it through this whirlwind! You're a strong woman. Hang in there! I hope all goes well tomorrow. xx |
 | Comment from Summer0120 » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 10:33am Aww... she's so cute! Hope everything continues to go well! |
 | Comment from MalPal85 » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 9:21am Congratulations again! She is beautiful. Hope your meeting goes well! |
| Comment from pbc910 » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 9:09am Hopefully your meeting goes well on Thursday! Sounds like she is a champ and handling everything so well. |
 | Comment from Amanda_McDaniel » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 8:30am She's beautiful, congratulations. And good luck on getting your family schedule set, I know it's a challenge. |
 | Comment from adiggs » Posted Jul. 28, 2015 5:36am Can't believe it's been 8 days. Praying things go well on Thursday for you guys! |
