I’m so glad my husband stepped it up and guest posted here when I couldn’t. Even now… he’s posting this for me.
Because our birth suite doesn’t have internet connection (though they claim to), all I could do was write this up before hand and have him copy and paste over when he got home.
Thanks to all of you for your prayers. We’ve definitely needed it. Actually… I should just say I needed it. This cesarean wasn’t as “in & out” as I had hoped… but the nursing staff has assured me this isn’t uncommon in a second time c-section patient. I’ll just believe them. After all, they’ve taken VERY good care of me and Paxton. I have nothing but positive things to say about the maternity nurses at St. Vincent’s.
Paxton is perfect! He’s the sweetest little angel baby in the world. He only cries when he’s telling us he’s uncomfortable and it’s always easily fixed. We thought Chance was an easy baby… well, so far, Paxton is even easier. He IS pretty active though.
It’s pretty cool to see all his flailing arms and legs in action. It’s basically what I felt when he was in utero so it’s no big surprise… but AWESOME to see and not just feel.
Chance has been doing pretty well with the transition. It’s difficult to be away from both Mom and Dad for 4 days. My Mom has been great, being the in-between. She’s been the constant at the house so Chance can nap and sleep in his own bed. She’s even made meals for everyone. My Mom is staying for the next week to help us transition back into the house. We all know I’ll be worthless with this gash in my belly.
My sister, Renee, and her husband, Jason, also came up from California for the weekend. They mostly entertained Chance… but they came to the hospital everyday at least once to fight over their turn to hold Paxton. Literally… they would “rock-paper-scissor” for him then the winner would gloat. Hilarious!
Except for the first night, Brian has been home every night to help Chance feel more “normal”… and of course to sleep in his own bed instead of the crappy pull-out the hospitals have for these poor dads.
We’re checking out tomorrow sometime around noon. I’m partly excited… and partly scared… because this is where real life begins.
I’ll try to keep up with blogging, but don’t be upset if I don’t. I don’t feel 100% right now and I currently have help here at the hospital. I imagine I’ll be pretty much out of it once I’m home, so all your prayers are STILL appreciated and needed.
Uncle Kevin
Aww Jenni! I’m glad you are feeling a little better! But have no fear! God is our healer! And I pray for a speedy recovery! I will have to make some time this week to go visit you and your more adorable new baby, Paxton! I can’t wait!
Hello, Jenni!
I am so thankful for this update, mostly for the specific prayer requests that can be read on and between the lines
One of my prayers will be for servant hearts from friends at church and your community. I know several women in our church over the years who have had C-sections….and they were served daily meals for over two weeks. I wish I was there to be able to serve in that capacity, but will pray for those nearer you to step up and help in all the ways you need. Blessings on the whole family,
I must admit jealousy. Those who have been able to come visit are my cause. I wish that my life allowed it, but you know that I am thankful to be able to be home, too.
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I agree with you about the nursing staff at St. V’s. The ones that I have had there are top-notch! After my last live-in there, I sent a letter to administrators to tell them how blessed and impressed I was with the high quality of care. I got personal notes back saying that they only rarely get acknowledged in such a way. Probably everyone that comes out of the hospital is too preoccupied with their personal ills (which is understandable) to take the time to say ‘thank you’. It made me sad though. So I am glad to read your public acknowledgement of their calibre. Maybe Brian could send a link to your blog, so they would know they have been publicly acknowledged? Just a thought.
TWO perfect babies?! You’re setting the standard a little high for the rest of us…
Wish I could be there!