Day 11 and Day 12

Had to combine two days today.  Was so exhausted and busy yesterday that I didn't create an entry.  Highlights of Day 11: circumcision ring fell off.  Signs were pointing that this ring was going to fall of today.  Earlier in the morning he had some light blood in his diaper.  We were a little concerned so we called the pediatrician who told us to monitor the blood and if it continued to bring Brayden in.  Fortunately subsequent diaper changes didn't result in any more blood so we weren't too worried about it.  Friday night was a pretty tough night for the both of us.  Brayden seemed like he wasn't getting enough food but we think it's the fact that he's growing and needs more milk as each week passes.  The Valera grandparents and grand auntie Wilma came by in the afternoon and played with Brayden.  They were able to keep him awake for almost two hours during the day.  This gave Sherry some time to get some much needed rest in the afternoon/early evening.  We kept Brayden asleep in the bassinet in the living room during the evening as we watched the Pacquiao/Mosley fight.  Brayden was out cold for almost four hours during htis time.   The good thing was that Brayden slept through most of the night (3-4 hours in between feedings) and we only had to get up twice instead of the usual three to four times.  Sherry was ecstatic as she probably got in almost 7 hours of sleep yesterday.

Highlights of Day 12:  Brayden and Sherry's first Mother's Day!  Brayden's umbilical cord fell off today.  Brayden got his mom a footprint charm and had it engraved with his initials.  His grandma Nina visited us today.  She took the train from Chatsworth and got off at the Anaheim station which is literally right next to Angel Stadium.  We celebrated mother's day with a brunch at the Cheesecake Factory.  Brayden did well as he was passed out during the whole meal.  He only woke up on the way home.  He spent most of the afternoon awake and playing with his grandparents and took a long nap after they left.

Striking a pose

Sherry, Brayden, and Grandma Nina

Sherry, Brayden, and Alvin

Playing in the jungle