Parenthood

Unlike most people who are thrust into the world of parenthood, we are taking baby steps (pun!). It was not until six days after his birth that I held Mason. It was ten days for Pat. Both of us were extremely cautious because of the cords and hoses that are attached to our baby. You are just about too scared to hold him! Well, more nervous than scared. Pat did hold Mason until her fell asleep. He's one up on me there. Baby Boy Alston (that's what they call him at the hospital and don't get Pat started on that) was sleeping when I held him. Meanwhile, we have both had the opportunity to change a diaper. Consider us talented. We changed a diaper. On a preemie. In an enclosed space.  With hoses attached! Beat that! We both have areas of improvement where diaper changing is concerned. Pat with using the velcro properly. Me with finishing the job (the nurse finished for me since she was assessing him). But all things considered... we were good. We still a few parenting firsts to encounter, but we're pleased with our progress. And despite his feisty attitude, Mason has made no complaints.