Ok, I know we're behind...but let's be honest, I have the best excuse! Isn't she adorable?
Lillian on 10/17/12. Since I have the perfect model, I had to practice some photography...not that it's getting much attention, but every now and then, we try. Someday...I'll be great! (like when the kids are all in school, maybe).
My little boys are growing up too fast. Michael 10/20/12
My big boy. He just gets more handsome every day. Adam 10/20/12
Our new family picture, taken by yours truly (thanks to the tripod). I know we're crazy...it was freezing, I just had a baby...but we needed to get it done and the leaves were already falling. I think we did ok.
And you can see how much Lillian is growing!! 11/9/12
Slow down little girl! Please stay little a while...
She looks a bit stunned.
We just love this baby! (11/18/12)
For those who don't know, just after Thanksgiving we found out that Lillian has a milk protein allergy. That means that her immune system attacks dairy proteins that enter her body, not recognizing that they are harmless, and this causes an allergic reaction. It all started when I changed her diaper and found streaks of blood. And she was really fussy, cried the "I really hurt!!" cry a lot, and had lots of gas. So, what does this mean for us? Thank heavens nursing is going well this time around...it means I can't have any dairy products (even chocolate!! Seriously, that's really hard! or cheese). The doctor says that babies usually outgrow the allergy; many by 1 year, most by 3 yrs. So, as long as nursing goes well, I just don't eat dairy. If we need to supplement with formula, we'll use a synthetic formula (i.e.: Allimentum).
While it's rough not being able to have any dairy, it's ok. Really. We've discovered almond milk and I substitute that for milk in baking. Brian even made us a white sauce for our noodles using the almond milk (and oil instead of butter). What a man! He really loves us.
When the doctor asked this week how it was going with the diet I told her the truth. Honestly, it's hard. But I am really grateful that I know how to cook. So many possibilities are available to me because of that skill. If we were stuck with store-bought/pre-made food...I'd be in trouble. Yes, it would be easier to put Lillian on formula. But the fact that nursing is going well this time and she's growing, makes me happy to do it...and I just love our little Lillian. We sacrifice because we love. I haven't even been tempted to eat dairy, because it doesn't affect me, it would hurt Lillian. So in that respect, it's easier.
We're all doing alright. We're adjusting to the new normal. We've all had colds lately, but hopefully we're all on the mend. We miss you all!!
4 comments:
She is just as beautiful as her momma!! You look really wonderful and I'm very impressed that you got the picture done by yourselves...impressive! I'm glad to hear that all is going well. So sorry to hear that Lillian was so uncomfortable. I hope all continues to go well as you take care of all of your family. Your children are just gorgeous!
Love seeing the pictures of the sweet babe!
Cathy,good chocolate contains no milk :) When you get a craving for good chocolate with no milk, try Lindt, Green&Black, or Ritter. Start at about 60% or 70% Cocoa solids. Those are the ones that don't contain milk.
We love you. You are doing a great job with your family.
She reminds me so much of both the boys. I can't decide which one. She looks a lot like Adam in one and then like Michael on the other, depends on the facial expression I guess. I'm glad you guys know what it is now, after all the tests. Good job momma!
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