17 September 2008

Favourite Pasttime

Finally, finger sucking has begun. From being able to aiming her thumb into her mouth, Vera has progressed to sucking on her fingers whenever she's lying on her side. It's a good sign: it shows that she's exploring her own hands, and able to pacify herself with them.

However, the downside is that the movement shifts the feeding tube, it irritates her throat, and causes her to vomit her milk out. It's painful for me to watch - the little girl is just doing what babies do, and has to put up with the consequences.

Boy, do I hate this feeding tube.

7 comments:

Cathy said...

Poor baby, it is a shame something so normal can cause her such pain. I love your pics that are so close up and clear. She is beautiful!

tumbleweed in space said...

Yum, she looks so cuuttttee in this pic!

Cathy said...

May, ok I am glad I have you fooled. Today I fell apart. I just wanted to be home and took it out on the kids. I wish I was stronger but even when there is no crisis, I fall apart. Glad I fooled you! Had to come back and just look at this precious baby girl. Is she feeling good?

Anonymous said...

Way to go, Vera!!!! This is a great milestone. Keep it up. We are all rooting for you.

Vonjie said...

hey May, found your site through Bridgette's... your baby Vera is sooo beautiful... i love baby girls... and her name is so meaningful - FAITH! indeed. we all need it so much...

say hi to Ian!

best thoughts,
yvonne
(Bridgette's ex-colleague you met at her wedding.)

Yin May said...

hi yvonne, glad to hear from you again! thanks for your well wishes.

Anonymous said...

Way to Go Vera!!!

We celebrate every achievement you make.