We are home and thoroughly enjoying our little baby boy. He has been an absolute angel.
Logan and Bella were able to come to the hospital a couple times, and visit us while we were there.
The first time they came for a visit they got to open the gifts that baby Lincoln gave them.
They were pretty impressed that their little brother knew exactly what they liked.
Lincoln was in the NICU for two and a half days. Fortunately they let brothers, sisters, and one visitor come in, so we were all able to wash up and see him.
The NICU did a great job taking care of our little boy. It was so difficult seeing him hooked up to all the monitors and IVs. They didn't let us hold Lincoln until the second day. It was amazing to finally get to have him placed in my arms, and give him lots of hugs and kisses.
We were finally released for discharge late Thursday night, and couldn't wait to get home.
On our way home.
All snug in his car seat ready to be taken home.
We have already had to make two visits to the pediatrician's office, and one visit to the hospital for another x-ray. Lincoln's doctor says that his lungs are looking good, and that one of the pneumothorax is completely gone and the other one is shrinking. It's been all good news, so we are grateful that his health is improving every day.
For Lincoln's first night home we were able to experience our first earthquake in Maryland. It was a 3.6 magnitude and made for and extra exciting night.
Overall things have been going really well. Lincoln and I are still trying to figure out the feedings. I asked to see a lactation specialist while we were still at the hospital, but got the run around. We never did see one while we were there, so we have been trying to learn as we go. I've been able to call my sister a ton and gotten lots of good advice. I would say it's getting better every day.
I've also ended up coming down with a cold, so that hasn't been the easiest thing. The worst thing about the cold is the coughing that comes along with it. I got 3rd degree tears so the coughing doesn't feel the greatest.
With all the complexations that we have had over the last few days I can honestly say that these have been some of the best days of my life. I have felt so close to Heavenly Father, and learned more about the atonement than I did before. Jeff has been so patient and done a great job taking care of all of us. It's also been great to have my mom's help around the house and with the kids. I'm so grateful for the miracles that are taking place in my life every day.
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Call me if you need any more help with the breastfeeding! Or I can tell you where the LLL meets.
He is SO beautiful, Shauna. I'm so glad your mom is able to be there with you, too. She is a gem.
Wow! 8lbs!! Way to go! He is adorable and I love the pictures of the kids holding him. We went through the same experience with Jayme (our oldest) only he DID get pneumonia. It is scary but they quickly recover. You will do fine, just be patient and remember you are the first mother he has ever had here, so you are both learning. I also remember something from a RS meeting in the U2 ward. "You were created for this"! Great words! We love you!!
What cute pictures. More More pictures. You could just do an entry with pictures of him :) I still can't believe the hospital wouldn't let you see the lactation consultant. Nursing is tricky and they should give you a ton of support. Every day from here on out will get easier. I remember the two week mark with my last was the magic number. I was nursing and all of the sudden realized I wasn't sore, he had latched without a problem, and everything was second nature. Call some more if you need to.
Shauna!.... It has been a LONG time since I have browsed people's blogs. I wanted to see what you guys were up to and I have to say, I have probably been reading your blog for at least an hour!! CONGRATULATIONS on the welcome addition to your family. Once I saw these pictures, had to keep going back to see where the story began. Might I say, you are an adamant blogger, I envy you? ;-) So, I went back to see the early pictures, the paternity test, to be precise. So, I was really excited to read about your story, then I was crying with you.... but, lucky for me, I knew there was more to the story so I just kept reading on... Wow, you endured so much and your spirit is so strong. Your family is so beautiful and I really appreciate your willingness to share these personal moments with all of your blog readers. I feel glad that I was able to review your past year in a "movie-like" timeline, because I can't imagine the bitter-sweet experiences you have been through. You are so strong and I admire your testimony so much. I wish you all the best and I am so truly happy for you guys. Thanks again for being so good at keeping your blog current. Take care! Love, Shiara
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