Who was I kidding thinking I would have time to blog? I barely have time to shower and eat. Seems that Jake has his days and nights confused. Plus, he had pink eye in both eyes, so we've had a rough week. Last Wednesday after the bad storms, Jake's left eye became swollen and very red. We called the after hours clinic, as it was 2 am and the on-call nurse told us to go to the ER. So, we did. Spent 2.5 hours there...which really wasn't that long in ER time. Had pink eye in both eyes. His eyes are back to normal now. Was very sad...I cried on the way to the ER, at the ER, on the way home from the ER...and then some more at home. He was barely two weeks old and already had to visit the ER. Sheesh!
I have been reading a book called "On Becoming Baby Wise." It was recommended by one of my mom's friends to try to help us get Jake on day/night track. I found after researching the book that it has been very controversial, but at this point, I'm willing to try anything. I started following the plan yesterday, modifying it a bit. Yesterday was okay, last night was rough. Today has been really good but we shall see how tonight goes. I really just want to get us all in a routine...so we can all sleep. According to the book, all babies are able to sleep through the night (7-8 hours) between 7-9 weeks. Also, according to other people I have talked to, this is possible. So, this is my goal. I'm willing to not sleep now if my efforts will pay off in a few weeks. Jake will be three weeks old tomorrow...so, 4 more weeks to go. Ha!! I'll keep ya posted!
2 comments:
You're doing such a good job, Angie. I am sorry about the pink eye. That would send us to the ER too.
I can't wait to see, "The Jake" again.
http://www.babywhisperer.com/smf/
The book I was telling you about is "The Baby Whisperer" and she seems to know what she's doing. Here's a link to the blog on her website. Check it out! I just found it and have been reading through it.
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