Doula to the rescue

About two weeks ago I had a Doula come and help me.  (For those that don't know, a Doula is like a baby consultant)  Her name is Penny Gilchrist and she turned my world upside down.  There was so much that I didn't know about how to take care of Will.  I also didn't know how to get on a schedule.  Penny spent 3 1/2 hours with me and after she was done, everything was better.  She watched me nurse Will and helped me realize that he was a good eater and that feeding him was easier than pumping each time.  She then gave me exercises to do with him and wrote out a schedule for him and me.  I felt like a new person when she left.  Since she was at our home, I have gotten out once a day every day and the nights have been better with Will sleeping.  Penny has been checking in with me and has been an invaluable resource of baby knowledge.  I am so thankful that we have her as a resource!