Jenny had her OB follow-up visit and passed her exam with flying colors. Dr. Dwight gave her the green light to do anything she can, including swim! That has yet to happen.
Today we paid a visit to an incredible woman, Corky Harvey--founder and president of The Pump Center, a breastfeeding store--and with a little bit of guidance, both babies were nursing simultaneously, and successfully. It's really wonderful to have mentors--even if you have to pay for them--in the whole area of breastfeeding. I can't help feeling like the women of my parents' generation weren't very well helped to understand this ancient human art. It's a lot trickier than it looks!
We were also encouraged that--contrary to how things had appeared--in the past 8 days Lucy's gained 9 ounces, and Tyler 12 ounces! We have another follow-up visit to Dr. Nakashima--our children's pediatrician--on Friday.
Lastly, we had our first lunch out as a family! Driving back from The Pump Station, we were hungry & figured we'd go for it. We ate in Westwood, at Falaffel King, and maybe it's because I've been cooped up for two weeks, but it tasted incredible! I'm not sure what Lucy and Tyler think of fallafel, but we'll make sure to take them back there in a few years. Every time we leave the house, it feels like an adventure, but it's been great to not be intimidated by the new challenges, but to meet them head on!
2 comments:
Amen and Hooray!!! Yes, mentors in breastfeeding are lifesavers not only because they show you a more helpful way to do it, but also because it helps you realize it's not about our success/failure as moms - it's truly a challenge for both mom and baby to learn how to breastfeed! Just a tip - may want to wait on running for about 8 weeks total - my obgyn and her nurses said that it can stretch out a scar, and plus, I think wearing a tight running bra contributed to me getting mastitis. Yay for swimming!
Aaaaah, I want to meet these little cuties already! So glad to hear you all are enjoying the crazy adventures :)
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