HI everyone,

I'm a first time mommy to a baby boy born 6 weeks ago.  I'm staying home for 12 weeks then go back to work for 8.  After that it's summer break.  I'm a teacher living in Phoenix, AZ.  I'm loving being a mommy, but wish I had more new mommy's to talk to.

Congratulations Heidi on your little addition.

I have a 6 1/2 week old boy.  And it is quite an adjustment I've found out.  Once all the family leaves and husband goes to work it is lonely.  Thank god for the internet-I feel somewhat still connected to the outside world with this little computer.  I've found the days fly by, before I know it is 5:00, and I haven't brushed my teeth!

Do you have a baby bjorn?  I've noticed that helps with the always wanting to be held.  It's usually an instant sleeper for them.  Then the swaddling workds so well-People recommended the Happiest BAby on hte Block video.  The steps in there helps them feel comforted.

Welcome, I'm in Phoenix, but I love Orange County, used to live in Chapman.

He's been on Zantac for 2 days now, and yes the smell and taste is horrible.  He doesn't like it.  Yesterday, I thought it helped, but last night he puked up everything twice, and then this morning the same thing.  About a 1/2 hour after he spits everything up, he's hungry again-AND THE CYCLE REPEATS!  It's very frustrating.But he is producing wet diapers and stools so I guess he's getting the nutrients needed. 

My question is-can the acid in the stomach hurt his esophagus from the repititive pukes?

Well, here is an update.  My 8 week old had his 2month wellness exam last Friday and it was shown that he had lost 6oz since Monday.  My doctor recommended an Ultra Sound immediately-we found out he had Pyloric stenosis-the muscle from the stomach to the intestines is too tight (cx the vommiting).  He was admitted and had surgery to loosen the muscle.  Everything went well, and he's doing great. 

Apparently this is really common-3 in 1,000 babies get it (usually first born males). 

It's been an emotional couple of days, but he's eating great and has a little spit up (which is common after surgery), but not much.  He's been smiling like crazy all day today!

Thank you for all of your advice.  This is a new one for me-the mommy stress!

Let the games begin!  Atta boy Travis, way to get this going.

Count me in!