Sleep

With Caroline as my primary concern, sleep is both my friend and my enemy. Prior to becoming a parent, I got a lot of it. Even when I was big and pregnant, discomfort never got in the way of my precious sleep. Or my husband's for that matter.

For the next 3 months, I won't be getting more than 3 consecutive hours of sleep at any point of time. And, to be honest, my body has totally adjusted. Yes, I need a nap here and there - and we may figure a way for Dan to take one of the early morning feedings when I go back to work in order to get a couple more hours. Either way - I will be fine.

That being said, because of Caroline's MCAD, I have a huge fear of oversleeping. I've learned that my "REM" cycle occurs during my first few hours of sleep. I've been setting 3 or 4 alarms just to make sure I wake up. So far, I have not exceeded the maximum amount of time she can go without eating, however the fear has me looking for better ways to wake up out of a very deep sleep. My latest thought is to buy one of those alarms that has a vibrating component that goes under my pillow. I've also considered recording myself saying, "Jessica -- wake up and feed your daughter!!" Other suggestions are welcome :)

I do have to say, that while other parents may have 7 week old babies that sleep through the night, I'm pretty impressed that my little girl can nurse, then go back to sleep successfully 3x a night :-) Go Caroline!

P.S. Just for fun, check out this video that I sent to Dan. The reason I love it so is because I think it gives an indication of her little personality - boy does she have one!