There are a couple of things I've been wondering about this week:
1. Where does all the snot come from?
I wonder this every time I get a cold. It seems you can blow your nose endlessly, yet where does it all come from? I'm even more baffled now that Jackson is suffering from a very congested nose. Seriously...his entire head is the size of Drew's fist. Where does all the snot come from?
I did break down and call the pediatrician on Monday - mostly for tips on how to make the congestion more bearable (probably for my benefit more than Jack's). They assured me that unless he is wheezing or having trouble breathing/eating there really isn't anything to worry about. Just a little "newborn congestion". They also suggested a couple of saline drops in each nostril followed by the bulb syringe to help remove the mucus. (Who knew that the bulb syringe is totally useless without the saline first?) Anyway - they warned me that he would absolutely hate it but my little guy is a trooper. He barely fusses. Not that I should be surprised, this is a kid who didn't cry a tear when he was circumcised!
2. Why is it that the biggest, smelliest poops are always saved for 2-3 minutes after a fresh diaper change? Jack has mastered this. I guess fresh, clean diapers are just more fun to poop in?
And yes - I really did just write an entire post on snot and poop. Welcome to motherhood!
2 comments:
Absolutely. Welcome to motherhood! I knew you were parents when Drew was talking to me about breastfeeding. I mean, who knew I'd ever be talking to my big brother about boobs. :)
Too funny and oh so true. It's amazing the topics of conversation that suddenly become perfectly acceptable once you become a parent. The boob is definitely a new favorite around here! :)
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