Samantha's update...

So, today Miss Samantha is 10 days old. I spend a lot of time just holding her and thanking God for her little life. I am also so grateful for children that know how to keep a house running while I recoup from my c-section. I am doing better, but have had some bumps along the way. But my sweet children haven't missed a beat and the laundry stays caught up and the kitchen sink remains empty. We are also humbled by all our friends that have been feeding us these last few days. How blessed we are to have a wonderful support system!

I have been really having to stay on top of Samantha's nursings. Because she was born at 37 weeks, her sucking is not as strong as a term baby. I did not realize this until our first doctor's visit, 5 days after her birth. She had lost weight and the doctor was concerned that she may be not getting the milk she needs from me. So, I have spent many visits with a Lactation Consultant as I have navigated through this new territory. All my other children have nursed with no problems until about 14 months, so to have a baby that is not a strong nurser has kept me on my knees in prayers and tears.

Here is a sweet picture of her at 6 days old.  My two older girls love dressing her up and picking out her outfit for each day. She has brought so much joy to our house and God is using her little life to bring much healing to our hearts!

Blessings,