Almost 2 weeks!

Well, we have survived almost 2 weeks of parenthood! Rachel even slept for 5 straight hours the other night! Her sleep patterns are erratic. We tried replicating the routine from the 5-hour night, but she only slept a few hours straight the next night. I am not complaining though! At least she is sleeping at night more than she used to!
Since coming home, we have tried supplementing with formula, because it seems like she can't get a full belly to sleep on with just breastmilk. But the last few days, when we have offered her formula, she has turned away from it -- I think she prefers mommy's milk! She is so alert when she is awake. My new favorite thing is to lay her on the floor and watch her kick her legs about. She loves to stare at my face -- they say babies stare at the hairline, lips, and eyebrows at this point.

We have had our fair share of visitors this week! This crazy kid certainly is well-loved. Aunt Stephanie and the cousins, Aunt Jen and Uncle Phil, Aunt Julie and cousins Noah and Owen, both sets of grandparents, Aunt Patti, Aunt Kimmie...the list goes on and on!

Since I was really sore and still adjusting to being a mommy, my own mommy came to help me out this week. She cleaned the house for me and helped with meals. She escorted Rachel and me to the pediatrician a couple of times. (Rachel is doing very well, by the way!) Overall, she provided me with adult companionship during the day, which was desperately needed because I am not allowed to drive until next Wednesday. Ugh! I feel so cooped up! I was really sad when the end of the week rolled around, even though I am excited to spend time with Rachel one-on-one. I think I will just miss having someone to talk to during the day! But the soreness is getting much better, and once I can drive, I will make it a point to get out of the house and run small errands to keep my sanity.

On that note, we didn't do much to celebrate the Fourth of July. Rachel is too small to take to any fireworks right now. Duane could have gone to some fireworks in Ashville, but he felt bad about leaving me by myself with Rachel since I can't really go anywhere. However, Rachel did sport her holiday outfit that Aunt Stephanie gave her!

We have a few leads on sitters for when I return to work. Keep your fingers crossed that those pan out! I will try to keep posting new information and pictures throughout the summer!