My goodness. Mommy dearest here is so very tired. The past few days have been exhausting. Morgan Kate has decided that sleeping at night is not what she wants to do. She's not really into that type of thing. We have been up for the past two nights and last night not only was she awake, but screaming. This new formula seems to be working for the moment, but gives her extreme gas and gas pains. She already takes Mylicon, but it doesn't seem to be helping.
I say the formula is working, but then I am not really sure. The first three days on the formula were great and now things are back to the "usual". Lots of spit-up, occassional projectile vomit, not sleeping, extreme fussiness. Oh, and did I mention that this formula is $50 a can? Wow! We can order it online for a cheaper price, but you have to order a case of it. I'll invest in a case when I know this stuff is working.
We met with the GI doctor Thursday and it proved to be uneventful. I like uneventful especially when it comes to Morgan Kate, but I sure wish we had more answers. Basically our only orders/instructions were to make sure we are giving her the reflux medicine twenty to thirty minutes before she eats and to continue with the new formula. It may take about a week before the new formula starts "working".
Right now Kaky is here. Such an answered prayer. She is rocking Morgan Kate while Travis and I get a few things done. So, so very nice. I keep trying to convince her to move in.
In spite of the gas pain and late nights, Morgan Kate continues to flash those heart-melting smiles. She will pause during her crying sessions, look up at me and just smile. It is such an overwhelming feeling and definitely helps me get through those rough spots.
Keep smiling baby girl. Keep smiling.
3 comments:
Morgan Kate knows her Mommy and Daddy are doing everything they can to make things better for their little precious girl. Things will get better and I know it is difficult right now at times. Just remember there is a silver lining and a light at the end of the tunnel. I know you and Travis do see the glimmer of it. I pray that things will get better soon. I know you guys are delighted that Kaky is there as I am sure Kaky is delighted to be there. Love you guys.
Love,
Aunt J
Bless your heart! Hang in there, sister! I'm praying for you guys!
Love,
Julie
it's not funny, but the way you write is hilarious so I found myself laughing a few times... I pray you find those moments of joy in the midst of the hard times (late nights, crying...) I'm not a mom, but I heard that you blink your eyes and then your kids are grown... I hope this time will fly by as fast as a blink, but that you will have lots of good memories to cherish in your heart!!!
I feel your pain...that was my life the first several weeks Parker was home. AGH!!! Has the doctor mention a wedge at all? That is what really did the trick with Parker. I mean, seriously, he was a different kids. I will email you some pics so you can see what I am talking about.
What formula is she on now and what med is she on for the reflux?
Hang in there...if you have any questions, let me know..I have been there and I understand how hard it can be. I wish I lived down there by you so I could come tell Morgan Kate to sleep!
Denise :)
Post a Comment