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So it's been a week since Keoni came into this world and it's definitely been an adventure already.  Freddie and I are still trying to establish a routine, but I think it's going to take a while.  Some things have become more consistent and some thing are still difficult for us.  We had our first pedi visit on Monday and found out that Keoni had lost 1 lb since his birth.  My heart sank when I heard this and my first thought was that I was starving our son...  I thought I was feeding him often enough, but apparently he wasn't getting enough to eat.  The pedi suggested I start pumping as well to supplement the breastfeeding and also to use formula if I didn't have enough between the breastfeeding and pumping.  Since then I've been feeding him and pumping like a mad woman trying to make sure I can keep up with his needs.  The hard work paid off because at today's visit, he had gained 9 ounces since Monday!  I was so happy.  Now trying to continue this trend will be the challenge, but I'll go as far as I can without depending on formula.  I think I might go see a lactation consultant if I continue having trouble producing enough for Keoni.  I have been sustaining on about 2-3 hours of sleep per night, but have been able to take one or two short naps during the day.  These 1/2 hr or 1 hr naps are the best sleep ever...  I feel so re-energized and have a clearer head afterward.  Freddie has been great about helping me get as much sleep as I can.  I am still in pain from the delivery and am still taking pain meds.  At times I feel like I just need to take a step back and relax because I feel like I am on overdrive.  I feel so busy!  Breastfeeding, pumping, trying to sleep, tidying up, going online to research and answer my million questions about motherhood, etc...  But at the end of the day when I think back about everything I've done, regardless of how repetitive and mundane, I feel a sense of satisfaction.  My baby is satisfied and sleeping peacefully and all I had to sacrifice was a little bit of sleep for it all...  I hope we can find a routine that works for us soon so that everyone is on the same page.  Freddie is going back to work on Tuesday and I'm sure everything will change once again when that happens.  I wish he could stay home a bit longer, but I'd rather have him save his vacation days to stay home with me once my mom leaves next month.  For now, we'll just enjoy the rest of the week, take tons of pictures, bond and get to know Keoni.

We also had an infant photo session today.  It went pretty well considering how difficult it is to manage an infant during a photo shoot.  I can't wait for the edited proofs to be completed.  I'm sure there were some great shots taken.  The photographer was great and if I like the results, I'm sure I'll be calling her for future sessions as Keoni grows up...