Hello again.
After spending four days in the hospital with JY, I’d like to let everyone know that we (JY, Lauren and I) are home now. We are accepting visitors, however, I’d much prefer if you call me at home before coming so I can make sure the time is opportune. The baby is on a sleep-eat-sleep-eat schedule, and spent most of her waking hours feeding. So don’t be surprised if the baby’s sleeping when you visit, btw, she sleeps like an angel (most times, sometime she has a strained expression while sleeping, but I was told that means she’s having a bowl movement).
Lauren’s birth was a wonderful experience for both JY and I. It’s indeed a miracle, to feel our baby growing in JY’s tummy, and then emerging as a whole new person, it’s really gave me a sense of awe.
We delivered at Eden Medical Center, which was a great facility. The rooms was quiet and large, I was able to stay with JY in the same room to care for the baby when it’s needed. We have our own private bathroom. The nurses were truly wonderful, and we found out it’s really the nurse that matters the most in a birth because they are the ones caring for the mother and baby most of the time.
Here is the the very first photos I took of Lauren (notice her full head of hair):
One especially great nurse, Esther, is their resident lactation consultant. She spent hours with us to show us breastfeeding techniques. It was of great help to have such an experience person to help us out because frankly, we were both clueless about breastfeeding. Here is a picture of Esther with Lauren.
We also had two groups of visitors during our stay in the hospital. One is our pastor Jay and his wife. Here is a photo:
The other group was four of Jiayin’s co-workers, here is a photo as well:
We actually told our friends to wait till the weekend to visit Lauren at home because the hospital has visiting hours and rules that are limiting.
Anyway, we are home now, and are trying to get Lauren adjusted to the home environment. So far, she seems to be doing fine. I have some more lessons to learn regarding baby care, and hopefully Lauren will remain health and happy.
I’ve also created a photo album inside my photo gallery named Lauren – the beginning. You can find more photos of Lauren with her mom and other people. Although I’m biased, I must say I think Lauren is very cute, do you agree?
Please continue to pray for us to adjust to home life with Lauren.
Please call me before you decide to drop by to see the baby.