2 weeks 4 days

Ok, I really had intentions of updating weekly, Ha! As you can see that did not happen. We are settling in. It is crazy the schedule you are on, if you even call it that! I am trying to breastfeed. Are you kidding me? I have realized that some women are milk factories and some are not. Some have to work much harder at it. I would not be a milk factory. Everyone keeps saying that it will get easier. I figure it has to or there is no way women would do this, especially for a year or more. I was told that it is typically harder for first time moms, especially if you have a c-section. Apparently since you did not have your kiddo go through the birth canal your body was not triggered that you had him, therefore telling your body to make milk. Cole left the hospital a little jaundice, barely though, but to get rid of it we had to give him 2 oz of formula after every other feeding. Well, my body was producing tbl spoons then he gets this gush of 2 oz. It turned into formula at ever feeding because he would get so mad and be sucking on his hands and screaming. It was like where is the fountain that had all the fast flowing milk? We went to the doctor and his jaundice was gone, he had gained 8 oz in 3 days (doctor said she wants him to gain an ounce a day), and she helped me with breast feeding too. It did seem to get better, but I am still having to supplement. I do not feel that I will ever make enough to satisfy my big, aggressive boy (what they called him at the hospital :) but I am going to do what I can for now. Like a friend (one who completely believes in breastfeeding, had NO problems, and breastfeed all 4 of her kids for a year) of mine said "When you only accomplish nursing and caring for him today, you did what you were called to do. For most people it's not easy to nurse, so don't be discouraged, and each day you do it is so good for him, so be proud of yourself. Don't think it comes easy for everyone." So that is what I am doing, one day at a time. Everyday I am able to give him breast milk is one more day of the best nutrition. If that day ends tomorrow, I did my best for as long as I could.
His sleeping is hit or miss. He started off pretty good, about 4+ hr stretches, then it was every 2 hrs. I thought maybe a growth spurt? Who knows? last night was a 3 hr stretch, fed, then a 4 hr stretch. So I guess I cannot complain with that.
I had a doctors appointment this week and checked out great. The doctor said I am healing quickly and looking good. So that was good to hear. I go back in a month for my 6 week check up.
Cole is so funny and has so many expressions (I know you cannot imagine that from our kid-Hahaha). Casey and I just sit and watch him and laugh. We are having the best time with him. Casey went back to work this week. I had to send pics and videos during the day to him, since I think he had some Cole withdrawals :) My mom was with me this past week. That was nice to hang out and get a few things done. This week is just Cole and I. I know it will be fine. Looking forward to new adventures :)
A few pics from the last 10 days...

Laying with daddy

Big stretch!

My 1st Easter-April 24, 2011

Just hanging out! with my tongue out :)

New outfit from Paw Paw Wilb (Casey's dad)

Cole is HERE!

Our family of 3! :)

and he is absolutely perfect! He was born Wednesday morning at 7:19am. He was 8lbs 7oz and 19 1/2 inches long. It was the most amazing experience. We are in bliss with this amazing little guy. He did not want to come so we did have to do a c-section. That was really crazy. We go in on Wednesday morning at 5:00am, do some paperwork and then go back to a room. That is where I met nurse Bonnie, who was so great. They prepped me and got me ready for surgery. Casey was with me and before they wheeled me off I was able to see my mom, dad and brothers. I got to the OR at 6:45 am and there were about 10 people in there. Everything was happening so quick. They gave me my spinal tap to numb me and we were off. They brought Casey in all suited up and it was game time. If you have not had a c-section it is very weird. You cannot see anything they are doing, but you feel all the pressure and right before he came I had two nurses basically jumping on my chest. Then Dr. Macey lifted him over the curtain and said "hi mom and dad" as he was holding Cole up to us. I just started crying. It was so overwhelming! and truly an amazing experience. I could not believe that was him, my little man. The one who had given me so much heartburn and made me so big. He was here and perfect and everything was wonderful.
I had to go to recovery for a few hours after I was put back together. I got sick a few times from the anesthesia, but I also think from them pushing on my belly/uterus. I know that did not help. They would check me about every 10-15 mins and push on my uterus. I cannot remember why now, but it was sensitive and uncomfortable. After I left recovery I went to my room, very drowsy. They had given me finagrin for the nausea, which makes you very tired. I could barely hold my eyes open. My whole family was there and Casey's brother Lincoln and wife Pam. They all came in to tell me how beautiful he was and congratulate us. We were at the hospital til Saturday and now we are home. We are adjusting to our life of three and just enjoying this blessing that God has blessed us with.

Justin and Lisa came to see you!

Thank you to all of you who have been on this journey with us. I know that we have this little guy because of all your prayers, love and support for us. Thank you just doesn't seem like enough. I cannot wait for you to all meet him. He is just the best thing ever! :)

Pure sweetness-your a miracle

Right out of oven-waiting to get checked

Getting checked and hair washed

Worn out after being checked out

JuJu came from Alabama

Hello everyone :) 1 day old