Thanks, guys, for your summer reading suggestions. Feel free to keep 'em coming!
Well, today's Blake's day to shine in Cincinnati. He'll be interviewing very shortly at the Cincinnati Children's Hospital for the research position he's so intrigued by. We're all crossing our fingers that things go well, though I have no doubt they will. I don't know if Blake fully realizes this about himself yet, but he is one impressively hard worker. He is one of the only graduate students in his program who even thought to initiate his own research -- and he's spear-headed not just one, but THREE projects. He takes his education very seriously, and he uses every class assignment as an opportunity to learn something new, and he always makes sure to challenge himself. His professors treat him more as a colleague than a student, and his fellow students are in awe of the quiet ways in which he has excelled -- as well as the fact that he spends so much time devoted to his education. He's worked so hard these last two years, it makes me proud. He definitely deserves any good thing that comes his way as a result of his experience here because he certainly has earned it! [Wow, that was a bit of wifely gushing, if I may say so. But there's absolutely nothing wrong with a bit of gushing every now and again, especially if it's well-deserved.]
Anyway, he should be down there even as I write this, assuming, of course, that he didn't get lost en route. As the navigator of the family, I can only do so much to prep him when he has to travel solo. I'm sure he made it there fine, though. I'm anxious to hear tonight from him how it all went.
Last night I went to a breastfeeding class at the hospital. It was good for me, in that it focused on the positive. Because seriously, the thing that scares me most about having this baby is the whole feeding him part. The idea of nursing makes me nervous for a variety of reasons, but I recognize that it's best for the baby, so I'm willing to give it a shot. But at the same time, I know that formula fed babies also grow up to be contributing members of society, so if nursing doesn't work out, I plan to not feel bad about it.
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Sounds like your nursing attitude is right on. I found it a little strange to contemplate a little person sucking from that part of MY BODY, but once he got here, it really wasn't as strange. It did hurt like heck though, at first, and I think everyone should be prepared for that part. Get your hands on the newest edition of The Nursing Mother's Companion by Kathlen Huggins. It's a good, comprehensive resourse. You should probably own it, or at least have it on an extended loan for the first two months of your kids life. Great troubleshooting manual for your new milk machines! :)
Amen on that book. You should also want to do breastfeed if you can because breasfeed baby poop smells better than formula poop. That is a very important reason not to be underlooked...
Definitely buy The Nursing Mother's Companion! That's always my favorite shower gift to give to people. And plan to give yourself a few weeks to make your decision. Like Amy said, it can hurt quite a bit when you start and it takes a while to really figure out. But it's worth in in the long run for a lot of reasons. (Like avoiding the cost of formula). It's good to take classes and know what to expect before the baby gets here. And don't forget to ask for help right away if it's not going well. Good luck!
Oh this sooo wants me to have a baby soon ;-)
That's what wives are for...to gush about their husbands. Be grateful you have someone who is motivated and ambitious; I'm still looking for one.
Make sure you drop strong hints to your husband to read your blog soon. I think he'd appreciate your kind words.
I am so excited for what lies ahead for you. Nursing was painful but not difficult (in terms of getting the baby to latch on) the first time around--at least getting used to it--but I'm glad I did it, and when #2 came along, I really do think my body knew better how to handle it. In fact, if it makes you feel better, even nursing for the first time was easier than I'd thought or been told it would be. So you may be pleasantly surprised. ;)
Thanks for the book advice! I requested a copy at the library so I can start looking through it, and maybe I'll decide to make an investment out of it.
Also, thanks for the confidence boosters. You guys are great!
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