tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428685.post1755448268534082702..comments2023-09-19T07:50:13.308-07:00Comments on Feminary: The first weekStasihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10864458542635159512noreply@blogger.comBlogger2125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428685.post-50945671664522834842008-06-10T13:01:00.000-07:002008-06-10T13:01:00.000-07:00Ditto on what p.l. frog shared!babies really seem ...Ditto on what p.l. frog shared!<BR/><BR/>babies really seem to take the breast better in a reclined position - and tend to do that "fall asleep" then when you pull them off the nipple "suck like crazy" eventually they learn to sleep/eat...<BR/><BR/>Don't freak about a schedule just yet. With you moving shortly I'd focus on just finding a schedule that works on your comfort level. Definately use the time now to learn how to pump and "toughen up" (suggestion - BAG BALM is WONDERFUL when things get chapped)<BR/>After you move and before you get into classes, then work on the scheduling. These first couple of weeks everyone is getting used to life so just do your best to go with the flow...<BR/><BR/>Repeat after me - Dulcolax is a godsend. Prunes are delicious!<BR/><BR/>Use what the midwives tell you as the parameters - and yes J is awesome by using the "coaching" analogy. You two will have to find your own rhythm. Don't be surprised if the weight fluctuates again either up or down. It isn't that unusual the first four to six weeks, especially when they are a tad early.<BR/><BR/>Most of my friend's little ones who have/had blocked tear ducts have had them clear up fairly soon. keep doing what they're telling you to do. <BR/><BR/>I wish I could be there for the baptism this Sunday - you are going to film it right?<BR/><BR/>Thinking of you all<BR/>JeanetteM.J.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09926939152675022776noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8428685.post-13676686596867161502008-06-10T04:18:00.000-07:002008-06-10T04:18:00.000-07:00Sounds like you're having a normal first week. I ...Sounds like you're having a normal first week. <BR/><BR/>I have a couple of suggestions, if you have the energy to consider a stranger's suggestions. <BR/><BR/>1. Learn to nurse lying down. My little boy didn't sleep well for a long time, Being able to doze while he ate made things much, much easier.<BR/><BR/>2. Don't be a hero. Take motrin for the pain. Use Dulcolax until going to the bathroom doesn't scare you anymore. (Both were recommended to me by my midwives. Check with yours if you're concerned about safety.)<BR/><BR/>3. Remember that right now her needs are pretty simple. She needs to be fed, kept warm and dry, and loved. I think you've got it covered.Jennifer Thorsonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04999871200590569742noreply@blogger.com