Georgia's First Week

Well, sleep has been interesting since we've had Georgia home! She definitely has her days and nights mixed up, which I could have told you from her being in my tummy and moving around all night. Patrick has, of course, been so awesome and hands-on about helping me in every way he possibly can. And a huge shout out to my mom, who saved our lives (and sanity) on Saturday night, taking two shifts of just holding her for a couple of hours at a time so that we could sleep between feedings (and Georgia wouldn't allow us to put her down). My parents have also been amazing about helping around the house, cooking us meals, helping with Banks, and running any errands needed. We've needed a lot more help this time, having Banks to also continue to take care of and make sure he is happy and healthy in the adjustment.

We had Georgia's first check-up on Monday morning. Dr.Hart saw her, since it was Labor Day and he was the doctor on call. She weighed 6lbs, 7oz, which is what she weighed when we left the hospital. She is definitely a good nurser. Dr.Hart mentioned that her little legs and feet turn in, but he agreed with both Dr.Draison and Dr.Maddox that they will self-correct. It was just the way she was sitting in my belly! Otherwise, we got a "perfect" report, praise Jesus. We will go back on Monday for her next appointment, to make sure she is still gaining weight.

Patrick went back to work on Tuesday, which I had a hard time with because I enjoyed having my new little family of four under the same roof together for these few days. We had a couple of visitors this week - Aunt Casey got back from her cruise and got to come spend some time with her, and Andrea came to meet her too.

I have been able to really cherish and appreciate this time with Banks, Georgia, and Patrick. You realize with your second how fast the time is going to go by, and the long nights will be a distant memory, if not completely forgotten... and the sweet moments will be a memory too. I'm trying so hard to take it day by day and live in the present. If you can't tell, I have turned into a mushy mess again, just like I did with Banks, but that's OK because I know that will pass too (postpartum hormones are no joke!) These are some of the sweetest days of our lives, and I wouldn't take anything for each moment we have just the way it is.