On the Mend

It’s Monday afternoon and we’ve been home from the hospital since last night about 5 p.m. We’ve had our share of challenges getting accustomed to caring for a new baby but we’re so glad he’s a happy, healthy kid.

The attending physician at the hospital didn’t give Vickey much in the way of pain killers, just ibuprofen, so I spent a couple hours last night to secure an additional prescription.

Last night Vickey and I were up every couple hours feeding Dominic. Since Vickey had a c-section and because our bed’s so high off the ground, I have to help her in and out of bed, sit up, lie down, etc. And I’m the one to get Dominic out of his basinet and into Vickey’s arms for breastfeeding.

The natural delivery was easier on Vickey (and me), but we’re okay having to work a little harder on this one. He’s worth it.

Grandma and Grandpa Snow have been terrific. They’re keeping tabs on Eliana and Tank.

Also yesterday we were pleasantly surprised by the visit of Vickey’s brother Matt and his family. They came to the hospital yesterday afternoon to see the newest addition. We decided it would be helpful for Tessa (11) and Emma (9) to stay in Vegas and entertain Eliana.

It looks like grandma/pa and Tessa and Emma will stay with us all week.

We’ll have trouble getting Dominic used to not being held by someone, but it’s sure nice right now. And Eliana is in Seventh Heaven playing dress-ups and whatever else with her cousins. In fact, Tank’s pretty entertained as well.

Speaking of Tank, you should hear him whine when Dominic cries. Tank just doesn’t know what to do and wants someone to help the baby right away. It’s cute.

Vickey’s taking an afternoon nap and I think I’ll be joining her shortly. Hopefully in the next day or two I’ll be able to upload more photos.

Till then, we’re on the mend and everyone’s doing well.

Thanks to many of you for your kind words of encouragement and congratulations.