Day 6

Wow! Miles is a whole week old already! Matt and I just can't get over the joy that he has brought us these past days. We would love to update you all on how things have been going for the three of us...

Sleeping
Our first night back (Sunday night) was rough. Miles was up six or seven times, trying out his ability to let us know his discontent. Matt and I looked at each other when the sun was coming up, and both of us said to each other, without words, that we really, really hoped this was not going to be a nightly routine. The last two nights, however, were just like in the hospital. Up for two feedings, and deep sleep in between. Talking with experienced parents, it seems that the first couple of weeks aren't necessarily indicative of a baby's sleeping patterns, but we'll take it while we can!

Likes/Dislikes
Miles likes his swing, loves to be swaddled, and calms right down with his "Mommy Bear" (a bear that plays heartbeat sounds, to remind him of being in the womb). He likes being held nice and close, and loves to stare at/into faces. We haven't noticed a lot of dislikes yet, except for the obvious dirty diaper or hungry tummy. Well, maybe being cold would be a dislike too. He likes layers!

Health
Miles continues to keep us on our toes. If it's not gestational diabetes and being breech, it's rising jaundice numbers and ultrasounds. We had to get an ultrasound because of a cute dimple above his butt. It is very deep, and caused some concern. Sometimes this is a sign of a lower spine, and there can also be the worry that it goes deep to the spine. We have been at the hospital for tests every day but one since bringing him home, but thankfully we are getting a lot of good news. The jaundice numbers finally went down today, so we don't have to get treatment, or go back for more heel pricks. The ultrasound came back with good results also: no spine issues!

Mom and Dad
Matt and I are doing well. Matt had his first day back to work today, and I had my first day alone with Miles. Everything went well, and getting into this routine will be enjoyable, but we were all happy to be reunited at the end of the day:)

We have taken some videos of Miles on our camera, and once we learn how to post them we will. Hopefully this will be soon. We received a lot of emails about the cute picture of Miles trying to suck my nose...we have a whole video of this interaction...just to build the anticipation:) Thanks for checking in for the update! Thank you for your love and care.