Magical Cat's Corner

March Madness

For me, March Madness has not been about basketball but my hectic schedule. We have had lots of visitors, and we have travelled to visit them too. I started working again. I'm working from home, which is interesting. I love being home with the baby, but it can be difficult to accomplish anything when she's awake. I have to put her in her swing a lot.

Tess is growing like crazy. She is changing a little every day. She recently started vocalizing more... not crying, but cooing, sighing, and even the occasional scream. She smiles all the time. It's adorable! I'm so glad we have a happy, laid-back baby. If only she would sleep in her bassinet, she would be the perfect angel. We have to put her in her swing to get her to sleep or she has to sleep right next to me in our bed. That's a habit I don't want to start. I'm going to try putting her on a sleep wedge in her crib. Perhaps she wants to be elevated a little.

Breastfeeding is still quite painful. I am not sure what the problem is. The lactation consultant said the "latch" looks fine. Tess and I have both been treated for yeast in case that was causing the pain, and I've tried Lansinoh and various other ointments. It's not so unbearable that I can't continue, but it would be nice if I could experience the pain-free nursing that other people talk about.

Easter is coming up, and we're hosting 20 or so people at our house for dinner. I decided to give Heavenly Ham a try instead of trying to cook my own. Are we crazy for hosting such a huge party with a newborn? Probably... but most of my mom's family has not met Tess yet, so this will give them the chance to see her.

We are flying to Kansas City for a Hindu wedding on April 8. We are probably crazy for taking a two month old baby on a plane too, but we couldn't pass up the opportunity to attend this event. I think it will be fun, and the Indian food is sure to be wonderful!

Busy, busy. Tess is going to grow up so fast. I can't believe that in about 8 or 9 months she'll be walking. Time does fly when you're having fun.