Austin Scott Engemann
Born at 7:57 a.m. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital
Weight: 7 pounds 14 ounces
Length: 21 inches
Big eyes and very laid back baby so far! We think he has my eyes and nose and Scott's lips. It will be fun to see him grow up! Austin was visited by his grandparents and his Godfather Tobby (and his whole family)!
Day 2: May 16, 2012 (Wednesday)
Still cute and very laid back. We had several visitors visit Austin including his god mommy, Becky! We survived our first night with Austin. I didn't sleep because I was still so excited about having my baby with me! Austin was circumcised and given his first shot (hep B). He did a great job! He came back tired though. He is our world!
Day 3: May 17, 2012 (Thursday)
We got to go home! Austin had his first car ride to our home in Jackson. He slept the entire way! He is such a well behaved baby, only really fussing when he is hungry. We didn't get any sleep on this night. We had issues with breastfeeding. We couldn't get a good latch and it was frustrating to both Austin and me. I was in tears because he was screaming and I couldn't help him. Scott was very helpful and helped keep me calm. We made a plan to pump and give him a bottle. That worked. I was just glad we survived night 1 on our very own. Mickey and Simba also met Austin today. They are both very curious and scared of him.
Day 4: May 18, 2012 (Friday)
Austin had his first doctor's appoint with Dr. Dinverno. He had to go because of his jaundice and because he had lost some birth weight. He got a clean bill of health! No jaundice and there wasn't too much concern for the weight loss. :) He also gave us the suggestion of using a nipple shield to help with breastfeeding. So we immediately went to Target and picked one up. It was Austin's first official outing! We got home and the nipple shield worked! Instead of taking 2 hours to latch on, it took 2 minutes. I was so relieved. We had a super night and could actually get some sleep. My mom and dad came just in case it was going to be another long night. Scott and I are so lucky to have such a good baby! He was pretty low key in the womb too. He also went on his first walk around the block.
Day 5: May 19, 2012 (Saturday)
My dad and Scott worked on creating a new door for our porch and a platform deck. This will make it easier for me to let Mickey out without having to walk outside and open the date. It was a fun project. Austin slept on the porch and didn't wake up. He did have his startle reflex going though!
Day 6: May 20, 2012 (Sunday)
Austin had his first trip to mass at Queen of the Miraculous Medal Church. He actually gave a smile when the music started to play. He loves to hear his Daddy play drums. Becky, Jason, and I all took turns holding on to him during the mass. Afterwards, he met Father Tim, the musicians, and several of my students. They were so excited to finally meet Austin and were amazed by his soft skin! Austin had a big day full of visitors! He saw Grandma and Grandpa E again. He also met Aunt Linda, Aunt Jeri, cousin Mandi, and Uncle Alan. They brought us food, which has been very helpful as we have not felt like cooking! :) He also met his Aunt Leah who made us an amazing dinner with my favorite... potatoes! :) Austin did not sleep at all today, but he remained content! One of my students also stopped by to bring me some cookies! Yummy!
Day 7: May 21, 2012 (Monday)
Austin and Mommy had the day to do things on our own as Daddy had to work from home. I think things went really well. We even visited Daddy while "at work". "Aunt" Katy came to see Austin too. It was nice to see her. We made a stop at school to visit some of my coworkers. My principal was super excited to hold Austin! We already have several offers to babysit. I can't believe Austin is growing so fast. It makes me a little sad that he is growing up, but I know that there are many memories to be made on this journey. I just want the journey to slow down a bit... quite a bit. I love Austin being so squishy... I will enjoy these moments while I can.
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