Nope, k3n is right. If he's not awake and obviously hungry, don't wake him up!! And remember, it is normal for him to want to eat about every three hours. And for nursing babies, it isn't unusual to want to eat every two hours in the beginning. It may take several days of good nursing to kick your milk production into high gear. But if he's sleeping, he isn't hungry, so nap when you can!

Congradulations...He is a cutie!

Ditter

congrats to the family--cant wait for more pics--wish i were closer and could give him a great big hug

Nancy

Oh, he is gorgeous!!! Congratulations!!!

Congratulations! It sounds like you are going to make a great Mom. They will definitely "tell" you when they need something. Let sleeping baby's lie. Also my best piece of advice....especially in these early weeks....when Alex sleeps....you nap, rest or just sit and have a cup of tea with your feet up.

He is just darling! You guys are going to have lots of fun! Take lots of pictures so you can make the second child jealous! LOL!

He's so cute :wink: :wink: :wink:

Congratulations! The first Mother's Day is so special. You'll get to know all his different cries for different needs. No need to wake him up to feed him. When I had my babies, the indicator the doc gave to make sure they were getting enough to eat was if they were thoroughly wetting at least 6-8 diapers a day. (That was 14 years ago so double check with your pediatrician to see if that is still reliable advice). Make sure that when he sleeps, you sleep. Housework can wait -- you need your rest. Have fun and enjoy him -- he's really cute!

Congrats Mel. He is precious.

Love your Avatar. Too funny.
By the end of my 7th month, no way could you see my feet.

Mel, I"m going to give you one of the best pieces of advice I've ever received "trust your instinct" - if you think he needs to sleep, let him...YOU know best. Personally, I'd let him sleep and feed him when he gets up. He's has lots of time for schedules etc. Imagine what a shock life is for his system right now! He needs you to do everything for him, and he's smart enough to let you know it. You will soon learn to differentiate his cries so you'll know a bit more of what's going on. Feed by a clock? No thanks, is what I say.

Your baby is so beautiful! He just looks so presious. Thanks so much for sharing everything with us. I loved your first posting of your preg progression and sonogram and then the last one of your oh so tiny feet beneath your belly...great picture! :thumbup:
It has been such an anticipated birth and so lovely to see how truely adorable your little one is. Beautiful, just beautiful!!!

Congrats!! He is so precious and sweet. Sure to make your Mother's Day the best ever!

Congratulations! He is a beautiful baby! So great a gift.

Congratulations to the new family with such a beautiful boy.

And, know this - you can't spoil a baby by picking it up too much. Enjoy having full arms instead of that full tummy.

I was told by a very wise woman (she raised 9 children) that babies will make their own schedules. When he's hungry, you'll know it and so will the neibors!!

He's perfect! And the forcep mark WILL go away quickly - my 9 lb daughter's did, and she's a beautiful 46 year old!

Congrats Mel and Sasha! Alex is such a cutie!

Happy Mother's Day, Mel!

Auntie Ronda's advice:

Let Baby tell you through his behavior what he wants. Don't eat spicy foods to harm breastmilk. This could cause early colic. What you describe is mild colic.

Your calmness is going to be the ticket, Mel. Babies can really sense if tension exists. It is a learning curve for you as Alex is your firstborn, but I think if you follow your own judgment the crying will be read as a need to meet, like changing a diaper or nursing. The onding and adjustment is what you are experiencing. This will soon be old hat, and you will know in your heart what your baby needs and wants.

He is a little treasure, and such a cutiepie! Ronda

Melanie is back in the hospital. SHe has a high feaver and will be on IV for at least 48 hours. Alex is fine.

k please keep us informed how she is doing

Our poor baby. Hope she is better soon.

Praying for you Melanie!