Okay, my new promise to you is that I will post something on this blog at least once a week... So... About this month! What a month it was... Maddox had a rough few weeks-which meant Mommy and Daddy have also. He was diagnosed with acid reflux. It has been so hard and sad to watch him eat, knowing it was painful for him. He has been on Axid (like Previcid) for about three weeks and it seems to be helping the symptoms about 80%. We have another doctor's appt this Wednesday and I have a feeling she will adjust the dosage a bit. He also had a bad case of baby acne that was so red and sore looking. It has since decreased and he is back to almost baby soft cheeks. I wash his face a few times a day and apply a light layer of cortisone for relief. On top of everything, he had a mild case of afternoon colic and painful gas. Poor guy. Let's throw in the fact that I had bilateral Mastitis (an infection of the breast tissue that causes swelling and redness of the breast-not to mention the worst pain I have felt in my entire life) and a few other problems with breastfeeding. This, unfortunately, lead to the decision of feeding him formula supplemented with breast milk. This was a hard one for me. I understand and believe in ALL the benefits of breastfeeding and my goal was to do this for at least 6+ months. However, I have now realized that stubbornness aside, this was the best decision for both of us. He has been on 3 different types of formulas. Trial and error... We ended up with the "lobster" of formulas (i.e. may send us to the poor house, but worth every penny). A ready to drink (not powder) hypoallergenic version. So far, he seems to be a lot more satisfied (sleeping 5+ hours now at night!!!!), his gas has decreased, his colic afternoons have subsided and most importantly, he is a happier baby. I am feeling better too and we are all sleeping a lot more.
The most exciting news I have to share is that Maddox smiled for the first time last weekend! 7 weeks and 1 day old. My parents were here visiting, so they also got to see the most wonderful gummy smile ever... Seeing that first smile meant the world to me... Like I said, it has been a rough month... Maddox smiling was like him saying, "Mom, it is going to be okay. I am feeling better and it is going to be okay..." Ahhhhhh. Yes, the light at the end of our tunnel is shining bright... It has been better than okay... We have so much to look forward to in our lives.
5 comments:
oh my gosh Missy, your experience is identical to Emily! Both my children grew up on Neutramigen.. my husband and I called it "liquid gold" because it cost so much but was worth every penny! Emily had acid reflux that would go up and over my shoulder. She slept in her car seat for 4 months b/c it was the only position that didnt' burn her little belly! good luck!
I'm so sorry you have had such a rough month! I can totally relate so I feel for you. I hope things just continue to get better. He is so cute! He totally has your smile!
That smile makes all of the terrible nights good ones. Going to bed while my little one is still mesmerized by the Graco Pack and Play tropical rainforest. Luv you.
I was just going to scold you for not putting up another blog of all of those pics!! Glad that you finally found the time!! We're sad that we can't be there this weekend, but we'll be looking forward to (a little) Christmas time with you!!!! Thinking of you guys -- all the time! Love you!
Sorry it has been a rough month. It does and will get better. Is it possible that dryer sheets are bothering his sensitive skin? This happened to both of my girls. Wow--a SMILE at two months?! He does appreciate your hard work.
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