Time to Go Home

Today we got an early dismal from the hospital and got to head home. Daddy and Alexandra took a nap in the morning while I was in the shower. Oma was going to be staying with us for a few days to help out. We packed up all the flowers and gifts from the hospital and then got escorted out in a wheelchair. I said it was not necessary, but they said it was the rules. Technically I am not supposed to lift anything heavier than 5 pounds for the first week - but that means no lifting my own baby - and that was not going to happen. I am a strong stubborn German - I can do this!

We got home and I walked in first to greet Maverick. Since I had not seen him in a few days, it was important to say our hello before we introduce Alexandra to him. We slowly brought her in, set the carrier on the counter and he was sniffing around. Maverick was very gentle with her, but at the same time - a little nervous when "that thing" would start to cry. The first day at home was a little stressful, but nothing like being in your own home.

Please Just Let Me Sleep

So, the first night with a newborn is exhausting - and don't let anyone tell you different. I had made the decision that I was going to nurse Alexandra so that means - feed on demand. Well - let me tell you - she did not always get it. So between her crying all night, me trying to feed her and the nursing walking in every two seconds to check a monitor for vitals - I was spent by the time 6am rolled around.

The morning sun brought a whole new crowd of visitors to the hospital. It was show time and Alexandra was in the mood to be shown off. First on the list, the proud new grandparents. Gamma was so excited when she found out we were having a girl - I don't think she will ever stop smiling. Oma just had her first granddaughter 10 weeks ago - cousin Hailey - so she was double excited now.

Aunt Becky came by to visit the new member of the family. After I had my shower, I started feeling a little better. The doctors were amazed at how well I was moving around - I was ready to go home and be in my own bed.

Grandpa and Abuela drove up from Miami to meet Alexandra with Jewel - Alexandra's Aunt. Everyone was amazed at how much hair Alexandra had and just at how perfect she was. She loved being held and really hardly cried - unless you set her down. So with only a few hours in this world - she was already completely spoiled.