Thursday July 19th- Day 5

And so parenting starts. I’ve been looking forward to feeding so much but fell overwhelmed with the enormity of the task as it begins. I have to be at demand of our little boy for the next who knows how many months. That is a little overwhelming as I am already having a hard time catching up on sleep. But Jacob is a pro, he catches on right away, and we’re feeling very positive. He had one spell of apnea this afternoon while feeding, and no one is sure why. They will keep us in ICU for a few more days to monitor.

He’s feeding tube was taken out later in the day. One less cord attached. I get to spend the night now that he’s breastfeeding. Also he gets a day of tanning under the lights to help lower his bilirubin.
Exciting and yet I feel sorry for Kev because he’s feeling a little left out of the pajama party. Soon we’ll be home and he can be part of three am feedings! Jake also had his first bath tonight, and loved every minute. Must have parents that like the water.
God continues to pour blessings over us. Can you believe some people thought this boy wasn’t worth keeping at 18 weeks pregnant? What a horrible mistake that would have been. He is so perfect, absolutely a picture of Gods handy work. The love of parent is overwhelming, so much so fast. Nothing in the world compares to it. Thank you Father!