We are doing well. We've had our ups and downs, but everyday gets better. One of my biggest disappointments was breastfeeding. I was only able to breastfeed for 4 weeks. I was able to pump a little until she was 5 weeks old, but I had to supplement with formula. I just wasn't producing enough milk. My poor baby was starving and losing weight. After she was being fed enough, she was a much happier baby. I cried for days when I had to stop breastfeeding. I cried every time I gave my daughter a bottle filled with formula. I read so many things about how good it is for babies to be breastfed. I was heartbroken that my body failed in another way. The pediatrician really made me feel better and gave me a pep talk. I love him! I still feel sad when I think about my failure with breastfeeding. However, I try to look on the bright side. My body allowed her to arrive safely. There was a point in time when I wasn't sure if that would ever happen. I was a formula fed baby and I am just fine. Failure with breastfeeding was a huge disappointment that I didn't prepare myself for.
Now our sweet Charlotte is growing and thriving. It kind of breaks my heart to watch her grow so quickly. I am not prepared for that yet! I wish I could hit a pause button. She is doing much better at sleeping longer stretches at night. Who knew 5-6 hours of sleep could be so exciting? I am really loving being a mommy. It is a bit tougher than I thought. Much more exhausting than I anticipated. Please don't think I am complaining because I am not. I am extremely grateful and thankful for this girl! Even though it is harder than I thought, I am enjoying every second of it. I thank God each and every day for this miracle.
Here are a few more recent pictures of my sweet baby:
Charlotte is so tired of having her picture taken!
