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By: Susan Bye

Susan Bye — Sat, 31 May 2008 21:42:55 +0000

Madeline really is a perfect child, sleeping through the night at only 9 weeks! Not just beautiful, she’s thoughtful too! She appears to be doing extraordinarily well, thanks in no small part, I’m sure, to some great parenting. That you are able to be there for Madeline when you’re in so much pain is nothing short of amazing. You have Father of the Year wrapped up for 2008 as far as I’m concerned.
Your comments on shots reminded me of a particularly painful round my son received as an older baby (I don’t recall exactly how old he was.) I was warned he might be uncomfortable for a few hours, and told that icing the injection site might make him more comfortable. It worked very well. He went from sobbing to sleeping in no time. You might want to ask your doctor about using ice when she’s older.
Meanwhile, I was happy to read you were able to have a tolerable Tuesday. I hope each one gets easier than the last.

By: Beth

Beth — Sat, 31 May 2008 19:52:10 +0000

By the way, CONGRATS on the first “through the night” sleep! That’s awesome. Could you please have Madeline give my 4 month old Isaac a call and let him know how that’s done? I’d sure appreciate it!

By: Jo

Jo — Sat, 31 May 2008 17:44:10 +0000

ooh those pierogies look good! Well done on Madeline’s growth. I love the growth chart. I have ones for my kids too!

By: Katie in SC

Katie in SC — Sat, 31 May 2008 16:57:23 +0000

PS- Saw this and thought of Madeline.

http://www.cafepress.com/cp/moredetails.aspx?showBleed=false&ProductNo=23253749&colorNo=1&pr=F

Too bad I’m broke :-\

By: Holly

Holly — Sat, 31 May 2008 15:29:19 +0000

7lbs 8 oz..sweet peanut My porker had her beat at birth..lol. I hate the infamous “look” I get during shots as well. Breaks my heart but I know we’re doing the best thing for them Keep up the great work..Madeline is growing beautifully

By: Mollie

Mollie — Sat, 31 May 2008 13:54:31 +0000

You know, I’ve been thinking a lot lately about all the stories you tell where people comment about you being out and about with your child alone, and asking you where the mother is, or asking if women with you are the mother. If you were a single mom, that would almost never happen. People would assume it was a mom’s duty to go to the doctor, shop, go out to eat, go to Amoeba alone with your kid in tow. That’s what mom’s do. They’d never ask “where’s dad?” “where’s dad” is kind of a sensitive question sometimes. We don’t always expect dad to take a role, sadly. Yet you get it all the time. I wonder what that says about what we expect out of mothers and fathers in our society. It makes me thrilled when I know what a great father you are. Makes me sad for all the moms who never get the credit, support, questions.

I’m not sure I have a point, but I keep thinking about that. But I do know Madeline is so lucky to have you. She’s so lucky to have Liz too. Someday someone will give her the compliment someone once gave me after I shared stories of my mom – they thanked me for sharing my mom with them. Through you, this blog, the life you’re making, you’re sharing Liz with her and all of us. And one day she’ll return the favor, sharing you and Liz with everyone in her world. One she’s growing into day by day.

By: Randi

Randi — Sat, 31 May 2008 13:28:03 +0000

I found your blog through another blog and have been reading (and crying) for a while. I just want to tell you that you’re doing an amazing job with your little one. I pray that your memories with Madeline will ease some of the intense grief that you’re feeling … if that’s even possible. Thanks for sharing your story.

By: Katie in SC

Katie in SC — Sat, 31 May 2008 12:33:39 +0000

So happy to hear that baby M is growing and thriving. You are such a great daddy.. Liz would be proud.

PS.. How much robot stuff do you have now?? I bet you could fill up a room with all of it!

By: Jana C.

Jana C. — Sat, 31 May 2008 06:29:43 +0000

Hey Matt,
I’ve been reading (stalking?) for a while now, and figured it was time to comment. My son was born about a month before your beautiful Madeline, also a preemie (6 weeks). We just went through the devil-shots a few weeks ago, and I completely understand the silent cry! But she’s a trooper, took those shots like a champ! She is truly beautiful, looks just like her Mom. And 6.5 hours of sleep…LUCKY!!

Just wanted to say that you’re doing such an amazing job. I admire your strength and your story is inspiring. Can’t wait to read more about your little perfect growing girl.

Jana from the NM

By: Lora Wingrove

Lora Wingrove — Sat, 31 May 2008 06:14:33 +0000

hey matt~
i dont know what to say really, i sat here and thought i did, but now i have lost my train of thought. your story leaves me speechless………….
i think you are doing a great job with madeline, and i will be keeping up with your story and keeping you in mind.