My #OOTD most of the time now – pajamas. With bra inside cos I’m very scared of sagging boobs HAHAHA.
Hello Kitty Peter Alexander pajama set and bedroom slippers from sister in law in Singapore. <3
I normally hate wearng slippers unless it’s in a hotel cos I like feeling the cool floor under my feet. I’m really making an exception for these slippers. Looks get you further in life lol.
Okla I know nobody really wants to hear about me you’re all probably like “enough blabbering la where’s Fighter” wtf.
Here he is! Wave to everyone Fighter!
Fighter’s been making a lot of progress lately. ^______^ Sedikit-sedikit lama-lama menjadi bukit. Slow and easy wins the race. wtf.
Milestone #1 – opening his eyes wtf. Not sure if this is a proper achievement but I count it as a milestone because in his early days he didn’t open his eyes! I could see his eyeballs moving behind closed eyelids and sometimes one eye would flicker open then close and he only started opening his eyes properly within the last week.
Look at those eyes! How could anyone not love this baby!? All the nurses in the NICU seem to, but maybe because he’s the tiniest baby there hahaha. Little heartbreaker, you.
Milestone #2 – Yesterday (Day 16) when I went to visit as usual, I was surprised to see his CPAP off! We did not expect it to be off this soon; the doctor told us they would get him up to full feeds first before removing the CPAP, which would be maybe next week at the earliest.
But apparently he kept pulling off his CPAP himself. -_- One day when we were there, he even pushed away his CPAP so it went into his mouth instead of his nose WTF. Then he just lay there quietly with the mask in his mouth lolol. So the doctor decided to try taking him off it and he’s been doing okay without it so far!
So proud of him for being able to breathe on his own! But don’t wanna jinx it la pray he continues to be okay breathing on his own. *crosses fingers
First proper look at him without the CPAP blocking!! *hearts in eyes wtf
Why so cute one!!! Me and Fatty’s genes are stellar or what.
Speaking of genes, for some reason Fighter’s brows are blond. Fatty looked at me all suspicious and said “is there something you wanna tell me?” lolol.
If you’re wondering, the tape on his cheeks are to protect his skin from being rubbed by the mask. And that is really hair on his forehead hahahaha make him look like Sun Wu Gong. The nurses said that it’s lanugo (hair that preemies are born with) and will fall off after a few weeks.
He has a new giraffe friend! I wanted to let him sleep with something in his incubator so when he comes home with us, it will still be with him and it will be something familiar in a new environment.
Giraffe blankie was a present from my friend Rose in Vancouver! We really got so many giraffe products hahaha.
Milestone #3 – We weren’t expecting this so soon either but today the NICU team decided I could try nursing him. D: D: He didn’t nurse before because nursing takes up too much energy, so he must be doing well enough for them to attempt it!
I said, “uhh then I have to remove my bra too?”
Nurse said, “you’re not wearing a nursing bra?”
“What’s that?”
Maybe tomorrow I’ll just wear a strapless bra wtf.
Shielded by the portable barrier they set up, I unbuttoned my shirt and gingerly took him in my arms. Fatty fluttered nearby in nervousness, going “careful his head! Hold properly!” lol make me even more stressed.
Luckily the nurse helped with the whole thing or I wouldn’t have known what to do. I was worried that uhh you know it’d be too big for him since he’s so titchy.
But like a trooper, he opened his mouth wide and took it in! Although I don’t know how successful we were cos he’d suck a few times then stop and we’d wonder if he fell asleep. Then the nurse would poke his cheek and he’d stir and suck a few times then fall asleep again! Hahaha. Dunno if he even got any milk for his efforts!
The nurse said it’s normal for a first try so ok la! Quite excited to try again tomorrow. Never thought I’d be so happy to have someone nipping at my boobs wtf.
And tomorrow morning they’re running an eye test to check for ROP (retinopathy of prematurity). It’s supposed to be a bit traumatic cos they have to hold his eyes open so we’re really hoping he’ll be ok… and his eyes too of course. T_______T
Keep on truckin’ Fighter!
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Good to hear – Fighter is doing so well. Ganbateh!!!nMy mum did comment I looked almost like a monkey when I was born (hairy!!!), but I wasn’t a preemie.
He’s adorable. You’re adorable. I have been following your posts (at 42, prob yr oldest reader!), rooting for your family and so touched by fighter’s photos 🙂
Your son is truly a fighter. So glad to hear his good progress! God bless your little family, Aud 🙂
looking foward more post of fighter like how xia xue did! add oil ya fighter!! n
He really does looks like Fat Her a bit!
audrey…it must be an awesome experience breastfeeding or direct latching your lil one.. i missed those times myself as well. its a special bond only mummy gets… anyway..not being kaypo,…u should check out those nursing pillows as well… maybe you knew about it already. but i think those stuff really help me out alot…=]
Glad to hear the good news! Praying that all will be well 🙂
Hi Audrey, I’m so happy to see that Fighter (and you too!) is getting better and better everyday. I am so impressed by how strong and courageous you and Fatty have been through this whole ordeal–it really is an inspiration. I’ll be thinking and praying for you and for Fighter! Please keep us posted!
Congrats on such a strong baby! All the best for your family 🙂
Fighter is so cute…..
Hello lil one! You really look like your mama!
Fighter rly rly looks like Fat her!!!!! Hahahaha
Gods, Audrey, you should be so f*cking proud of yourself, look what a wonderful baby boy you have given birth to! You are a great inspiration, your strength is admirable. Stay strong!
He looks charming! 🙂 Great job Aud & Tim! Btw, hope you enjoy ur nursing experience 😉 there are lotsa nice and comfy nursing bras and nursing wear with good support now..made my life easier and “cooler” while nursing..hehe a little treats and comforts for mommy..all th Best mommy! 🙂
happy to see everyyhing is alright! fighter is so so so cute~
great fighter & of course…great mama…im your “silent reader” which is seldom left my commend here.But everytime saw your post & i pray for u with health & cheers.U are great!~wishing u & ur lovely family with health..love u ..
Fighter is really getting charming day by day~ Might grow up to be a lady killer. Haha.. Feels like want to poke his cheecks also 😀 You’re also looking better by the day, Aud! Don’t get emo anymore ^^ not good for you :)nnhttp://im-bittersweet.blogspot.com/2013/08/003-number76-bangsar.html
Ya everytime I hold him I wanna smother him with kisses. But cannot cos scared pass germs to him hahaha
Awww thank you! And thank you for commenting now!
Hahaha ya very cuteee
Where to buy nicer nursing bras!!!
Haahha technically no work was put into it, it was the DNA :p
Everyone says that got meh!
Aww.. *heart melts* He’s so cute! Hugs to Fighter. Keep marching ON! You can do it and will be home in no time 🙂
Rock on Fighter! You look more handsome day by day. lol
got leh!! Fat Her must be so proud haha! esp the first photo without his CPAP & the collage one where he’s opening his eyes! he’s so cuuuute with huge eyes! *hearts in eyes too*
well done Jude & Aud!! Mummy and baby looking greater everyday! Aud… havent heard a mention of Cheesie on your blog for some time, neither on hers you. Did something happen??rnNevertheless, all the best and may you & baby Jude get better day by day!! 🙂
Aud, I got a confession to make: I’ve fallen for Fighter! <3 <3 <3 he’s going to grow up to be such a charmer! ^_^ As for the confinement, hang in there, just another 1.5 weeks more to go! **hugs**
What a fantastic baby! How tough is the sweet little man! As a recent new mom, I am constantly amazed by how strong and tough babies are, and I have no doubt Jude will do fine. Congratulations on having such a wonderful boy!
Hope u don’t think I’m preaching, but it’s really important to get a good fitting nursing bra becaise the normal ones (especially with underwire) can constrict the milk ducts and restrict your milk supply or even stop it. I’m really surprised the nurse didnt mention that to you.nnAlso it’s really common for babies to fall asleep while breastfeeding, especially at the start, so dont worry about it. It’s really great to see you and Jude coping well after a difficult time for you.
PS not sure about the Malaysian stores but you can get nursing bras in Mothercare. Don’t worry about them being unpadded, you’ll have to wear them with nursing pads anyway
Nice job, Mummy and baby!nnWhen he starts latching regularly you may want to grt some nipple cream. It *could* get sore and painful like hell, especially want he goes through growth spurts and want to latch all the time. nnIf you can’t find nice nursing bras, you could wear sports tops as well, the kind made from cotton from Marks and Spencer’s. Easy to pull up and down. You can get nice nursing tops from maternalove.com as well.
suddenly realized… are all the giraffes subconscious wishes from friends for fighter to grow tall tall (unlike mommy??). *lol* jokes aside, you are starting to sound so much more like your old self and fighter seems to be doing so much better too! happy for you guys =)
Yin , fighter is more handsome. ahahahha. Thanks for the compliment. fat her
Hahaha that’s what I said in my last blog post!
aahhhh so adorable!!! i cant wait till Fighter grows up… so cute…. <3
That’s not a diaper he’s wearing, those are grandpa pants!
That’s the last time I’d comment. Waste of effort to warn about the dangers of cradle death or anything else for the sake of your baby. Delete away !
nice job mummy n fighter!nyou can do it!
Oops missed your comments 😛 u can try Fabulousmom or Autumnz brand both have wide varieties 😉
Your baby is so adorable and I’m so glad both of you are doing well now! Wishing you and especially your baby all the very very best.