Turner's Firsts

Turner had to go to the doctor on Monday after we got home from the hospital. When we left the hospital he weighed 7 lbs 9 oz and his jaundice level was 4.4 and when we got to the doctor his weight was 7 lbs 6 oz and his jaundice level was 11. He was slowly turning orange. We had overcast days so there was no sunlight to put him in either. He did great at the doctor. Maggie was told when we went in there that there was nothing to worry about because the doctor only wanted to check Turner and not her. After we got there I found out that they had gotten in the second round of the H1N1 shot that she needed. So she had to get a shot and was not a happy camper. On Wednesday when we had to go back for another recheck she didn't want to go out of the waiting room. I can't really blame her. His weight was back to 7lbs 9 oz and his jaundice level was up to 15.8. We went through the same thing with Maggie and she had to be put on a light for 2 days. I was really hoping that was not going to be the case with him. The doctor told us that since it was day 5 it should peak and begin to drop. We tried to catch any sunlight possible and get him in it.

Another first for Turner was to go and see Santa Claus. I know people are cringing because he was only 4 days old but it is tradition and I couldn't pass up the chance to get this done. I knew I would always regret it if I didn't just do it. I called a friend who works at the mall and she got us a number and also a VIP pass for a free picture. So we loaded up the kids and off we went. The lady helping Santa said he was the youngest they had had this year. The next youngest was 7 days so I was not the only crazy mom around. He did great and so did Maggie. We took advantage of being at the mall and did a little shopping while we were there.

Mimi came over to see both of the kids. She just fell in love with Turner. I knew she would. She can't wait for me to bring them to stay for the day. Another friend came over to see him and bring me some things that she had that I was borrowing. She brought me a Moby (long piece of fabric to carry him in). He loves it --- he would stay in it all day long if I would let him. As we speak I have him wrapped up and tied to my chest. It is so nice to be able to hold him and have 2 free hands. Thanks Emma --- it is great.

He had his first bath before we left to go to Hope for Christmas. He was not a real fan of the water. You can see from the pics that he didn't enjoy it as much as his sister does. I am sure its not real fun to get held over the water and washed on. I am glad that he can now get into the water.

After having to get her shot.

Holding brother makes everything better.

Mimi with Maggie and Turner. Maggie is showing Mimi how to play games on the I Phone.

Turner and Santa

Once again holding her sweet brother.

Before the bath

After the bath