The weather has been cold but sunny. Sadly, Xander's disposition has been more the first description than the later. As a result there are no recent photos but here's a video from Christmas day. Hopefully the new medicine to help Xander with his acid reflux will be the answer to our prayers and the smiles will return.
Tuesday, 30 December 2008
Sunday, 28 December 2008
Happy Christmas! 11 Weeks Old
Nick and I were woken early in the morning and then that same 'waker-uper' was tuckered out and didn't even make it to the end of the gift openings!
We headed to church for a short informal service and then Nick jumped in the kitchen. Christmas dinner was just the three of us so we had Marks & Spencer ready-to-cook food. We still had turkey and all the trimmings, just no prep work. Yum yum. Easy easy. This was a must with a newborn. And (a message to my Mom and Grandma) it was more than just a TV dinner!
.... one of us was fast asleep (but wouldn't go down in his crib!)
Happy Christmas Xander from Mum and Dad! How can you yawn with all that 'Learn through Play' stimulation??
Peter, Joy, Emma and Jean (Peter's Mum) stopped by for mulled wine and mince pies after the Queen's Speech.
Goodness me, lucky boy! And this is just from Grandma and Grandpa. Never mind his generous aunts and uncles.
Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas as well. Miss you!! x
Wednesday, 24 December 2008
9 week videos
We've got Xander on some antacid medicine. This, along with the colic medicine (which he has because the painful regurgitation causes him to swallow loads of air), has helped things tremendously. I'm not a fan of taking medicine unless it's absolutely necessary but this was beyond necessary!
The crying is now muted and less often. He's able to go down in his cot for most of his naps. He sleeps longer at night (sleeps from 7pm - 7am with a feed at 10pm and he needs to be re-settled at about 5am, but not fed .. at least that's the way it's been for a few nights in a row.). Anyway, life is much easier.
We didn't need sleep boot camp. The reason he wasn't sleeping much is because he would wake with the pain of stomach acid in his esophagus. The reason he wouldn't go down in his cot is because if he lies flat the acid travels easier up the system when I hold him he's on an angle and gravity helps keep things down. Now I prop him up instead of lying him flat, let him play sat up after feeds and give him the meds.
I'll post a video and, if I get time, some photos from 9 and 10 weeks old (he's now 11 weeks today).
He's really giggling and having "conversations" now but as soon as he sees the camcorder or camera he becomes transfixed at the shiny sliver parts and I'm unable to capture the footage. Maybe this holiday when Nick's home I'll be able to get some better stuff, but for now.... Merry Christmas and enjoy the video!
Hitting toys on the play mat. He's learning how to work his arms and legs. If he kicks, the flowers light up and music plays. He's just starting to figure that out.
His sleeping bag which keeps him cozy during the evening and night. Less blankets that way too.
His black and white cards are his favourite toy at the moment. I call the picture of the girl his girlfriend as that's the one he stares at all the time. It's either his girlfriend or he's a stocker. I'll take the first option!
And, a close up of his eye colour as they turn more and more brown.
Boys were chosen from across the school to read the lessons and The Rev Markby delivered a thought provoking address centred around the new and beautiful baby X, who was extremely well behaved!
The choir performed, among others, Tomorrow Shall be My Dancing Day, Benedicamus Domino, and The Angel Gabriel. The robust sound of the congregational carols was further enhanced by the brass ensemble, who added fanfares and decorations to the already joyous sounds echoing round the Abbey walls.
We are very grateful to all who helped to organise our Carol Service, and special thanks go to the Abbey, for allowing us once again to use and enjoy their beautiful building.
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The crying is now muted and less often. He's able to go down in his cot for most of his naps. He sleeps longer at night (sleeps from 7pm - 7am with a feed at 10pm and he needs to be re-settled at about 5am, but not fed .. at least that's the way it's been for a few nights in a row.). Anyway, life is much easier.
We didn't need sleep boot camp. The reason he wasn't sleeping much is because he would wake with the pain of stomach acid in his esophagus. The reason he wouldn't go down in his cot is because if he lies flat the acid travels easier up the system when I hold him he's on an angle and gravity helps keep things down. Now I prop him up instead of lying him flat, let him play sat up after feeds and give him the meds.
I'll post a video and, if I get time, some photos from 9 and 10 weeks old (he's now 11 weeks today).
He's really giggling and having "conversations" now but as soon as he sees the camcorder or camera he becomes transfixed at the shiny sliver parts and I'm unable to capture the footage. Maybe this holiday when Nick's home I'll be able to get some better stuff, but for now.... Merry Christmas and enjoy the video!
Hitting toys on the play mat. He's learning how to work his arms and legs. If he kicks, the flowers light up and music plays. He's just starting to figure that out.
His sleeping bag which keeps him cozy during the evening and night. Less blankets that way too.
His black and white cards are his favourite toy at the moment. I call the picture of the girl his girlfriend as that's the one he stares at all the time. It's either his girlfriend or he's a stocker. I'll take the first option!
And, a close up of his eye colour as they turn more and more brown.
School Carol Service at St.Albans' Cathedral - Monday 8th December
The Haberdashers' Aske's Boys' School Carol Service took place in the Cathedral and Abbey Church of St Alban. What a beautiful setting in which to hear the many choir and congregational carols that herald the festive season! |  |  |
The choir performed, among others, Tomorrow Shall be My Dancing Day, Benedicamus Domino, and The Angel Gabriel. The robust sound of the congregational carols was further enhanced by the brass ensemble, who added fanfares and decorations to the already joyous sounds echoing round the Abbey walls.
We are very grateful to all who helped to organise our Carol Service, and special thanks go to the Abbey, for allowing us once again to use and enjoy their beautiful building.
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