My dad calls each of his grand kids a "pet name", which happens to be a food. Examples: Butter Bean, Sweet Pea, Spud. Edie was given her pet name before she was ever born: Niblet. Like corn... Get it? I think it is adorable, and quite fitting given the popcorn business.
So, each post about Edie will be titled "Niblet News."
Edie is two months old today! I can't believe it! These last two months have been crazy...getting used to being a mommy, figuring out how to function with less sleep, etc. Edie has brought no shortage of drama with her presence in the world. I will give some examples.
Drama #1
My water broke in the middle of the night. Get to the hospital and after nearly 4 hours... No progress. Dr orders pitocin to move things along... But before I get the drug, it is discovered that she is breech! ...drama
Drama #2
I have a c-section....drama
Drama #3
I had complications with the c-section and had to stay in the hospital for 5 days...and had two blood transfusions...drama
Drama #4
Within 24 hours of her birth, it is determined that she has DDH, developmental dysplasia of the hips. I had never heard of this... So, that was drama in itself. The worst part is that she has to wear a Pavlik harness 22 hours a day...it is horrible & I hate it. She doesn't seem to be bothered by it however....Drama (Ill talk more about the DDH in another post)
Drama #5
She refuses to nurse. We are talking, blood curdling screams when I would try. Thus, my child is formula fed. *shock, gasp* The drama here is that when people find this out, they judge you. Clearly, if she would nurse, then I would be doing that. But, It just didn't work out for us, you old bitty. Keep your comments to yourself... Or I'll SHOW YOU drama...(that wasnt nice of me...)
Drama #6
She has acid reflux. If you've known kids with acid reflux, it is horrible! The screaming/crying, the projectile vomits... It's a treat, I tell ya! Luckily, I think we have finally figured out her meds. My 2 month old takes Prilosec... And she hates it...drama
So, you see what drama she has caused in my life. But she is 1000% worth it.
Happy two months to my little E. 
9lbs, 8oz
21 3/4 inches
25th percentile
I love this. Gives some insight into YOUR mind, which could be dramatic :)
ReplyDeleteNo judgement on nursing, you wanted to, gave it your all and Edie is obviously her own woman with a mind of her own. She is thriving. That is THE most important part. You are such a good mommy. I'm quite proud of my bug and her sweet Michael. (yes, I called Michael sweet)