First Week Home 8/2-8/6/12

We've barely been outside at all.  The directions were to rest up the first two weeks, napping when Aldo naps.  I made one 'walking' trip Friday morning to get the local paper from the HOA office vendor and paid the price of very uncomfortable swelling 'down there'.  The following afternoon I had a light fever that came and went, which it did again the next day.  Finally, Sunday, it was clear I had a sinus infection, so Dr. Thompson called in to the pharmacy for an antibiotic and mom picked it up for me.  While I feel almost sprightly compared to the last many days, I'm playing it safe and still resting.

Grandma Pat in heaven, 4 hours of baby time plus reading.

I'm finding that, in just the past few days, Aldo is now spending time in the more interesting alert and attentive stage, with his eyes open and (narrowly) looking around. 
He's fitting the stereotype of often sneezing and getting the hiccups, both of which are adorable. His skin is peeling - not so adorable.  Aldo is a big eater and has made my life much easier by "latching on" easily and predictably.







Temporary bed while mom takes a midnight pee.

Heather visits and prepares a marvelous dinner, mom acting as sous chef and me sitting on the couch watching and holding Aldo.  As Auntie Heather, she got in her first good Aldo fix.

In the hospital we took to calling Aldo "Turtle" because his long outstretched neck, with loose skin, reminded me of a turtle.  These photos give you the concept.

Aldo, with me watching and nervous, lasted 5 minutes in the crib before waking and asking to be held.