Catching up

Well, it sure has been a while since my last post. I have no excuse except for the 6 small children I have tugging at my so called "apron strings".  So much is going on these days.  First I will start with my accomplishments.  The one I am most excited about is that I have been able to make enough breast milk for our new little one now just 3 months old.  She started out at 6 pounds, 13 ozs. and now she is 12 lbs 2 ozs.! With no supplementation.  How wonderful!  I have a history of difficulty with milk production and have relied on Reglan to boost my meager supply.  For this time I have been really trying to stay off of that stuff as there is a potential for nasty side effects.  I am taking 3 supplements to help me out and they seem to be working quite well   without the risks associated with Reglan.   I am very happy with how nursing is going this time.  I have learned a little with each nursing experience and have improved each time.  Breastfeeding has always been a struggle for me for many reasons (latching problems, thrush, jaundice, mastitis, plugged ducts, food allergies, and low production).  I have had some sort of challenge with each of my 6 babies, but through sheer stubbornness I have overcome each challenge (save for the 1st baby) and have fully breastfed 5 babies none of which have ever had formula or a bottle.  Breastfeeding is THAT important to me.  The benefits for my babies are undeniable.  Anyway enough of that!

We just had my brother and his new fiance' visit with us for a week.  What an awesome visit.  They are great!  The children really enjoyed spending time with them.  We are so looking forward to the wedding and the possibility of my brother coming into the Church.  That is an answer to prayer!  He is open to attending RCIA, please anyone who reads this please say a prayer for his success. 
On another note poor Froggy he just got expanders put into his mouth and is quite uncomfortable.  I know that this too will pass but my heart goes out to him.  A mother is never good with one of her little ones being in pain.
There is more to tell you but no more time.  Until I blog again...take care!