Since Justin didn't gain well when he was given my breast milk in the NICU I was a little nervous about the quality of my milk this time around. But Nathan now weighs 6 lbs 4 ozs, a weight gain of 12 ozs in 1 week. Good weight gain is unchartered territory for us and Dr. Hirsch was so pleased that she gave me a hug. He's doing so well that I can continue feeding him on demand and don't have to worry about his lack of nursing on both breasts at each feed.
She was also impressed with how well Nathan is sleeping because newborns typically wake up every 2-3 hours for a feeding. I hope he keeps this up; just my luck he'll start waking up more often when I go back to work. But for now I'm appreciative of the extra sleep I get at night.
Whoopee!! You must be doing a lot right. Best wishes for your continued success on feedings and getting good sleep.
ReplyDeleteI am glad to hear things are going so well for Nathan. Just be glad that he is sleeping through the night now. And since he is getting enough nutrients there is no need to worry. You must be doing a great job.
ReplyDeleteDidn't want to be creepy and not tell you who left the anonymous comment... it is Jamie :)
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