We've made it home in one peace, and Charlie's grandparents gave us a 0 birthday BD cake and some champaign to celebrate the occasion. The pediatrician gave him a clean bill of health (other than the jaundice that is clearing up) and Heather seems better as well. I've learned alot in these first 72 hours, and I thought it might be good to share them with you.
When your wife is in labor, and you hold her hand during an intense contraction, make sure your hand isn't near your groin, as she will grab anything she can to distract her from the pain. And you can't really tell her to let go.
Labor is gross looking, but you won't care when its happening. You'll be too busy trying to keep things going well for your baby mama.
Sleep should never be taken for granted.
When my child cries, he sounds like a keebler elf being kept in stress positions by the CIA.
Remember to cover a baby boys business with a diaper or some other item while changing him. Otherwise he might pee on you.
Never change a diaper in your bed, because if you forget to cover up the baby's business, he'll pee on your bed. Also he might pee on you.
Meconium is not as evil as everyone says it is. It is gross and sticky, but it doesn't smell, which I can not say the same about real poop.
Speaking of which, babies seem to kick and fuss alot. Even when you are changing their diaper. And they don't care if their foot gets in the poop. Nor do they care if said foot ends up getting poop on their face. Mental note: keep their feet away from the poop.
Beagles have no real passion to hang out with babies.
Angel Kisses is a stupid name for an eyelid rash.
Or maybe when he cries he sounds like a unicorn being waterboarded.
Swaddling or what I like to call Burrito Wrapping your child is harder than it looks. However, everything this guy says is pretty much true. He's some kind of voodoo witch doctor.
Beagles are surprisingly understanding about being knocked down a peg on the totem pole.
Occasionally, when he cries, he might actually sound like a chipmunk being garroted .
I'm directly responsible for the life of another human being. That's just plain wrong.
SO totally wrong
but you know, me and JJ are parents, so there you go. Swaddling and, conversely, skin to skin contact really help. I made sure to get both when the girls were teeny tiny. Swaddling also is great for baby baths. You put a folded towel in the sink--baby bathtubs are worthless--and keep the water running and the plug out. When you've got it at a good temp, undress the baby and run him quickly under the water. You really don't need much soap at this age, just a quick once-over with a soapy washcloth and a good rinse. Dry off his little butt and diaper him quick, then swaddle him. Don't even bother with clothes. Then wash his little head in the running water, dry off his head and have a good nurse and a cuddle. He'll probably fall asleep. When he wakes up, change his diaper and dress him. Works a treat, and some babies really like it. Lou did.
Thank You
You just confirmed for me my desire to adopt. I very much appreciate this.
Who in their right mind...
would give you a child?
Gayfer
I thought lack of interest from the opposite sex is what compelled you to adopt.
Who wants to make a bet on
Who wants to make a bet on how many days it will be before the beagle makes his next escape? ;)
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