Sorry for the long gap in between postings. Things have been a little rough for us that last few weeks. It started about 3 weeks ago when Sarah's reflux seemed to be at it's worst. Constant vomiting, crying, discomfort....you name it. It was heart breaking to see. So bad we almost took her to the ER. After many doctor's visits, lots of mom's tears, and even more personal opinions, we decided to try a new food. We took Sarah off breast milk and put her on a formula that is made especially for baby's that spit up a lot.
What a difference folks. Sarah is a completely DIFFERENT baby. While we still have the occasional spit up or puke, it is NOTHING like before. My only regret is not making the change sooner. While I agree breast-milk is the best of babies for weakened immune systems, I did learn a valuable lesson in all this. TRUST MY INSTINCT. I had been talking for a few weeks about making the switch, primarily because I was, um, OUT OF MILK! All the doctors kept saying "no, no, no". Well, when I finally just did it, with the help of our physical therapist's recommendation, I notice the difference within minutes of her first feeding!
Yes people, it was THAT good! Sarah finishes bottles on a regular basis now, it is completely amazing. We hope and pray that soon the feeding tube will be a distant memory.
As far as weight is goes, Sarah weighed in last week at 7 lbs 4 ounces. No, not a great increase since the last time I updated, but again, she had a rough couple of weeks. I am confidant her next weigh in will be a good one. We have to wait until next Monday for the official scale.
On a side note about her weight, I was recently "reminded" about my weight gain as a newborn. I was born at 5 lbs 9 ounces ( I think!) and I was born at nearly 41 weeks. Yes, yes it is true, I was ALSO a tiny little baby even at full term. So if Sarah takes after me, she is right on track for her weight gain. Grandma Mimi told me I barely hit the growth curve as a newborn but I eventually caught up and look I turned out fine (no comments from the peanut gallery please).
Tomorrow Sarah will have been home for 2 months! Wow how time is flying.
Sarah got to meet her Cousin Lily for the first time yesterday. We were all so excited to introduce them to each other. They are 3 weeks apart on the calendar but supposed to be 4 months apart. No pictures as I am not sure my brother wants his families picture on our blog (I will ask though). In the mean time, here are a few others from the last few weeks.
4 comments:
Peanut gallery doing her best to remain silent. :) LOL. That is beyond the most gorgeous pic of the three of you! You all look fantastic! So happy to hear Sarah's feeling better!
What a beautiful family picture! Parenting looks good on you kids. And Sarah is growing up so quickly!
Now that Sarah is on formula, Erika may have a little more time (going to the store for breast milk takes a LOT of time.) So glad she is taking to it so well! By God's grace, day by day you kids will get to experience the JOYS of parenthood, putting each hurdle behind you.
May all your days be filled with love, health and happiness.
And did I say how cute Sarah is???
Love, the Grandma and Grandpa
First of all, we love the pictures! Secondly, Erika and Roger, you're doing such a wonderful job with Sarah! Parenting is never easy, but you guys are up to the challenges--just hang in there, and enjoy the victories. Yeah for the formula success, and good for you for providing the breast milk for these many months! Hey, before you know it, she will be eating ice cream--like at her first birthday!
Love you,
Elisabeth
Wow! I can't believe it. The formula did it eh? That is amazing. I always thought that breast milk was the way to go but apparently not. Good for you. I am so happy that it is working better. That helps Im sure. She looks so cute in the photo of her smiling. I love that big toothless grin. Things are going well here just busy as all get out. Lots of fun though. My babies are pretty much sleeping through the night now and that helps a lot!
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