Hi everyone, it has been nice having some cooler weather here in Sydney with a bit of rain. Not so good for washing but nice to be able to snuggle up with Emily and keep her warm. I know I just had a baby but this weather makes me want to bake. I think I will make some chocolate muffins tonight while DH is here and can take them out of the oven if Emily needs me. I think I am having more cravings now I am not pregnant! I want to drink coke (but trying not to have too much) and eat choc muffins.

Ren: I saw your pics. Ava is gorgeous. I can see why you are such a proud mum. I keep looking at Emily and thinking she is just perfect (even when she spits up milk on me). I am so happy to hear BF is going well. I wish it was better for me but we will get there. I have not been trying too hard to not use the shield today. It is just such a fight to get her on the breast...I can't believe how distressed she gets and how she relaxes and sucks well with the sheild. I definitely need some help but might try on my own for a little bit longer.I Might also try expressing like you suggested to get the nipple out. Any suggestions are welcome. I also have a VERY sore tailbone. Sitting down is some uncomfortable as is going from sitting to standing. It has been a week and a half and does not feel like it is getting better.
Yes...breast are VERY leaky. Emily and I were so sticky and covered in milk after one of our feeds today. They also sometimes just start leaking like someone has turned on a tap. Breast pads are a great invention. A friend told me that the washable ones are softer and better so I am going to get some tomorrow.

gypsy: Thanks for letting me know. Emily is 11 days old some hoepfully bleeding will ease up in the next few days. It does feel lighter today.

Runner: Hopefully bleeding is easing up and had no pains today. Feeling less concerned but will see GP if by next week I am still seeing red blood. Good to hear Amara is doing well. It is good to hear your brother and sister in law are ok but the fires are just awful. Both DH and I tearing up watching the news tonight. It is hard to imagine that so many could have died. If this fire was deliberately lit then that person must be carrying massive guilt. I hope the police can find them.