Parenthood

Parenthood: full of ups, downs, surprises, smiles, love, sadness, and so much more! It is so hard to believe that Stella will be one in just over a month. We went from being a couple to being parents....and we've loved it! We have grown closer together as learned so much. Something new is always happening and our lives are constantly changing. Each day she learns a new trick, flashes a new smile, gives a new fake cough, or gives a great hug. No wonder we always anxious to see what the next day will bring! Well this week brought a mixture of emotions. Stella had been sick, so I called the doctor last minute and they fit me in...the doctor even stayed after hours to wait on me! After a short visit, he put Stella on breathing treatments....ugh. I know lots of children who have been on breathing treatments...so it's not like it is uncommon, but it was just another something to worry about. But we got our machine, hooked her up, and gave it a go. Not quite sure how she would do sitting still for about 15 minutes, but after we popped in Praise Baby and did a little cuddling, she does it like a trooper! Although, I have to say it broke her mommy and daddy's heart to see her hooked to another machine. But if it makes her feel better and gets her back to her happy, smiley self...then it is worth it! So after about a day and a half she is beginning to show signs of improvement....she actually is sleeping! She had not been sleeping well. Well, who would coughing and struggling to breath? She took a three hour nap Friday and slept all night last night...woohoo! Thank you to our family for all the encouragement, support, and prayers! Love you all! 

 

It does a heart good to cuddle once in awhile....I just wish she would want to do it all the time!!