My Third Week
8-14 September 1997

I Learn to Suck

Most lads at 32 weeks don't really take to their mother's breast. But call me 'Mr Impatient' if you wish. I couldn't wait for a good suck. On 9 September this friendly midwife named Heather suggested that Mummy introduce me to her breast. It was love at first suck! I took to it right away.

It was all for show really though. I'm still learning to rub my head and pat my tummy at the same time, or should I say suck and swallow at the same time. I'm guess I'm not very coordinated yet.

But give me time... What I do have is a great appetite and I'm quickly gaining a few precious grams.

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