After a week's break, Mummy fed Jordan cereal today! This time, Daddy bought Nestle infant cereal with milk. Jordan was excited upon smelling the fragrance of the cereal and took in more feeds than before! It was a messy meal but Daddy & Mummy were glad that Jordan is swallowing the cereal!


Jordan stared at Daddy's camera while waiting for the cereal to reach his mouth.


Jordan wants to hold the spoon too! He even pushed the spoon further into his mouth!


A messy cereal meal time!


Another messy face!

Daddy brought Jordan to fetch Mummy from work again. Thereafter, Daddy decided to go Vivocity to buy some groceries. In the lift, an indian lady was standing besides Daddy and Jordan was in the pram facing Daddy. As usual, Jordan would look around at the persons besides Daddy. Jordan stared at the indian lady for a few seconds and turned back at Daddy. Immediately, Jordan started crying out loud. Mummy quickly pushed Jordan out of the lift. Daddy picked him up and started to soothe him. However Jordan continued to wail for 2-3 minutes and Mummy took over. Gradually Jordan calmed down. This is interesting. Daddy realised Jordan might have felt scared when seeing the indian lady with such a dark skin tone.


Jordan yawned while waiting for Mummy


Jordan's miniature feet restng on Mummy's feet

Daddy has no wedding assignment this Sunday and decided to bring Jordan for a swim again! Jordan is now aware of the surroundings and was nervous when he felt the cold waters damping his legs and clothes. Mummy was slow in introducing the waters to Jordan with songs and games. After a while, Mummy slowly submerged Jordan into the pool. Jordan felt scared and cold in the beginning but Mummy persisted and carried him closely to her chest. Daddy then put on the swimming buoy and soon Jordan is in the waters, shocked and unfamiliar with the new experience. Not long, Jordan is kicking his legs to the waters and revealing a few smiles and babytalk!


Jordan feeling the buoy


Jordan revealing a smile in the pool


Jordan busy kicking his legs against the waters

Mummy's youngest sisters, Lihuan, bought a pink ball for Macy. Macy possessed it immediately. The ball would never leave her, no matter where she goes.


Macy getting ready to sleep, with her pink new ball.

Daddy bought a kid's piano for Jordan in Oct, when Jordan returned home from hospital. Since then, Jordan loved hitting his hands on the musical instrument while listening to automatic melodies.


Jordan laying his hands on his first musical instrument!


Jordan sitting up, with Macy's ball.


Daddy giving a fatherly kiss to Jordan! Babies smell nice!

Jordan's baby doctor said that we could try letting Jordan try cereal, vegetables and fruits. So Daddy & Mummy decided to let Jordan try the cereal first. Jordan was thrilled upon smelling the cereal. He was moving his legs frantically. After the first taste, Jordan did not show signs of rejection so Mummy gave a few more feeds. It was a messy meal! The cereal drooped out of his mouth at every feed! Poor Jordan as he had not know how to swallow food.






Jordan's happy expression!


Jordan eager to taste the cereal!


Jordan looking at Mummy while waiting for the food to reach his mouth!

In the evening, Daddy also brought Mummy and Jordan to view the Christmas lightings at Orchard! Jordan was thrilled at the lights and kept screaming away!


Jordan and parents posing for a shot at Paragon's Christmas tree!

Jordan had become aware of surroundings, often curious to capture 360 degrees of eye view. Jordan also started attempts to reach out for his feet, stretching his leg muscles as much as possible just to have a taste of his own feet!

 
Jordan's successful attempt in holding his feet.

 
Jordan's first gymnastic move!

Today, Daddy bought a toy for Macy. Macy possessed it immediately without letting it go.


Macy's new toy, a soft blue & pink bone.

Daddy & Mummy also played with Jordan in the evening time. Jordan is now making a higher pitch of sound when he is happy or when he dislikes something. Screaming, we called it! Jordan also started to explore a new perspective of sight when being on his tummy. He loved the experience initially, but soon showed discomfort when his arms couldn't withstand the weight any longer.


Jordan enjoying himself while on his tummy.


Jordan attempting to crawl forward, reaching out for Daddy.


Jordan also talks a lot while on his tummy.

The past 2 weeks had been a painful journey for Jordan & his parents as Jordan developed bronchiolities at just 4mth old.

Mummy recalled the very last time when Mummy & Daddy had ever felt so sad & helpless then. It was about 4 yrs back when Macy had ticks on her body. Mummy still remembered vividly on one morning when Mummy was feeding Macy breakfast, Mummy saw a tick crawling out of Macy's fur. Shocked, Mummy immediately shouted for Daddy. It just takes a hand to gently shoved away Macy's fur and we could see ticks hiding within. Mummy instantly dropped tears while Daddy continued to pick up the many ticks and killing them one by one. Without hesitation, Mummy & Daddy threw away their breakfast bread and rushed Macy to the vet immediately. The next few weeks was 100% tender care for Macy's condition, with Daddy picking up ticks from her body and house, and Mummy spring-cleaning and removing all carpets. What really melted our hearts was Macy's happy face despite the pain & itichiness that she had to bear.

Sun 18 Oct, Mummy discovered Jordan coughing occasionally. Mon 19 Oct, Jordan developed runny nose and produced a whizzing sound when he slept. Tue, 20 Oct was Jordan's vaccination day so Daddy & Mummy took this opportunity to describe these symptoms to Dr Ng, paediatrician. To Mummy & Daddy's surprise, Dr Ng pronounced Jordan having bronchiolities after listening to Jordan's breathing pattern. What is bronchiolities, Mummy thought. Dr Ng prescribed cough syrup, nose drips and mask inhalation and warned us to be alert of fever and/or breathlessness symptoms.

The use of the nebulizer and mask on Jordan was difficult as Jordan felt restrained by the mask in front and continuous steam blowing into his face. Mummy & Daddy had to take turns to engage him with songs and toys during the 10minutes inhalation.

Thanks to Mummy's colleagues, Carrie, Serene and Annie for offering lots of advice on bronchiolities.

Jordan's condition did not improve till Thu, 22 Oct morning, 7am. Jordan woke up feeling grumpy and was coughing more often. He also displayed sounds of discomfort and was whizzing more loudly. Daddy & Mummy felt uneasy and decided to bring him to the paediatrician again. This time, Dr Ng said to ward him to hospital. Daddy & Mummy were prepared for it. Mount E was full so Mount Alvernia was the next alternative. When we reached the bed, the physiotherapist came and said that she is doing a suction process to remove the mucus accumulating at Jordan's breathing tubes. Daddy had to help the physiotherapist hold on to Jordan's hands too. This was the painful, heart-breaking & helpless moment for Jordans's parents. When the small tube was inserted through Jordan's nose, Jordan felt discomfort and started making noise. And when the vacuuming started, Jordan started to cry louder while trying to move his hands. However his hands were held on by Daddy, so Jordan began to cry even louder and at the same time, had to breathe harder. The scene was sad. Jordan's loud persistent cries filled the whole room while Daddy & Mummy helplessly looked on. This was the ever loudest cries that he has made ever since he was born. The clock passed by in seconds, and Mummy prayed that the physiotherapist can finish her suction process soonest possible. However, the process just seemed so long and dragging as the physiotherapist carried on doing the suction on Jordan's another nose and mouth too. Mummy kept telling herself to be strong as this is for the good of him. However the emotions overwhelmed the sensible mind and Mummy dropped tears eventually. Probably the physiotherapist noticed Mummy crying, she continued for a short while before stopping and explaining to Mummy that the suction process is not painful but discomfort to the patient. Daddy also fought back his tears.

Soon, admission application is settled and grandma arrived to take care of Jordan. Daddy & Mummy went home to feed Macy and bring more neccessities before rushing back to this hospital. Thanks to Uncle Norman (Daddy's 2nd sister's father-in-law) for arranging a priest to bless Jordan and fetching the priest to and fro. Jordan started to drink lesser too but still remained happy and smiled at familar faces. Thanks to Yang Sun for taking on Daddy's assignment as videographer for SAFRA Jurong opening ceremony.

Daddy had wedding assignments from Fri 23 Oct till Sun 25 Oct, so Mummy would have to handle the home and hospital matters, and be strong. Mummy would travel between home and hospital. In the hospital, Mummy would carry Jordan for walks and made him happy with songs, talks and play. Jordan remained a happy baby boy with constant smiles and active limbs although Mummy could feel his discomfort from the consistent coughs, sneezes and sore throat. Mummy also carried him to sleep in her arms with lullabies and cuddles. At home, Mummy continued with the routine of bringing Macy down for walk, feed Macy and helped Daddy with his work. Mummy also updated Daddy on Jordan's condition and reassured Daddy that everything is well.

Dr Ng came to check on Jordan's condition every morning and evening. The suction process was still done in the same evening and once the next day too. Mummy braved through these sessions with no tears, strength given by God. After 2 days stay in the hospital, Dr Ng said on Sat 24 Oct that Jordan still had wheezing and the mucus has not cleared in the airways. However if we would want Jordan to be nursed at home, we could do so. Immediately, Mummy said yes and checked out of hospital on Sat 24 Oct 10am (with a thanksgiving prayer at Mount Alvernia's chapel).

Sat 24 Oct, we reached home at 11am. Jordan had his afternoon nap and woke up at 6am. Mummy then noticed Jordan coughing more persistently than usual. The coughing lasted 30minutes and Mummy could hear Jordan's breathlessness more visibly than ever. Jordan also displayed sounds of discomfort, seemingly to tell Mummy that he is feeling unwell. Daddy was already out for the wedding dinner and Mummy had to decide the next best action for Jordan. To the A&E at Mount Alvernia hospital, Mummy decided with a sinking heart. At the same time, Mummy also informed Dr Ng. Along the way to the hospital, Jordan showed improvement and stopped making discomfort noise. But in the hospital, Jordan vomitted out his milk, mixed with phelgm. Dr Ng arrived at 9.20pm and diagnosed Jordan again. He advised to re-admit Jordan for safety reasons. Mummy agreed. The suction process was done again on Jordan while Mummy braved through it with no tears. Jordan slept soundly with tears wetting his face after the suction process. Jordan was given a two-bedder room this time, as single bed rooms were all taken up. It was already 11.30pm when things were settled in the hospital. Daddy was informed about Jordan's re-admission when his wedding dinner assignment ended at 11.45pm. Mummy reassured Daddy that things were under control.

Sun 25 Oct, Mummy did the same routine between home and hospital.

Mon 26 Oct, Daddy finally could visit Jordan at the hospital. Hopes of discharge were dashed when Dr Ng said to stay in the hospital for 1 more day. Dr Ng also arranged for an X-ray to be done for Jordan's lungs. Results were out in the evening, when Dr Ng said that its confirmed bronchiolities and not pneumonia.

Tue 27 Oct, Jordan's condition improved much in the morning. Dr Ng said that he could be discharged. Happily, everything was packed and Daddy & Mummy brought Jordan for a thanksgiving prayer at the hospital's chapel before leaving the hospital at 10am.

Since then, Mummy administered all the medicine and nebulizer. On Thu 29 Oct, Jordan's wheezing, cough & sneeze improved. Fri 30 Oct, Daddy had a wedding assignment so Mummy brought Jordan to visit Dr Ng herself. Dr Ng pronounced Jordan 90% recovered. Mummy heaved a sign of relief.

Today, Jordan's laughters and talks had returned. He is noisy again. In fact, he started screaming now, communicating his likes and dislikes.

While Jordan is recovering, Mummy & Daddy fell ill. Mummy's flu had been around for 5 days and Mummy is still fighting the flu virus.

Jordan's immunity fight with bronchiolities had brought Daddy & Mummy closer to Jordan. What lies ahead, let God guide the family through.


Jordan's weight at 4+ mths old.


Jordan using the nebulizer starting Tue 20 Oct.


Jordan is still a happy boy during his stay in the hospital.


Jordan's cheeky expression!


Mummy and Jordan at St Paul's Room, Mount Alvernia Hospital.


Jordan on his bed, waiting to be discharged on his 5th day stay at Mount Alvernia.

Daddy brought Jordan out to fetch Mummy from work today. Jordan remained obedient as he sat in the front seat.

Jordan is wearing Mummy's favourite shirt today as Daddy & Mummy are bringing Jordan out for shopping at Vivocity.


Jordan wearing Mummy's favourite shirt! The naked truth is, Jordan is not working for his milk!

Its Children's Day and Daddy captured Jordan's laughter for the day!


Jordan's genuine toothless laughter! It's contagious!

Daddy had a new small camera and decided to capture both Macy and Jordan's sleeping expressions.


Peeping...


Daydreaming...

Mummy also started reading to Jordan. Jordan's first book is a gift from a friend and its on "Colours and Shapes". The book is indeed useful as Jordan is attracted to the colourful big pictures.


Jordan would smile, laugh and talk when Mummy reads out to him.


Jordan's looks still very much the same as Daddy's!


Jordan wearing Mummy's favourite bib!

Jordan has started to turn sideways and he could stay at the side position when he's asleep!



Jordan also had a great time with Mummy & Daddy today. Mummy showed Jordan a "turning windmill" made up of 6 colours of flower petals. Daddy brought Jordan for a swim too. Mummy also opened up a new playgym for Jordan.


Jordan is always amazed by the colourful petals that can turn.


Jordan swimming with Daddy again!


Jordan is intrigued by the hanging toys at his playgym. Jordan simply looks more cute in this white shirt that writes "Will Work for Milk"!

Mummy & Daddy are bringing Macy to her favourite place, Mummy's mother's house! Macy was overjoyed! Mummy also put on Macy's new shirt and it writes "Sorry, I cannot stop you falling in love"!


Eager Macy waiting at the door.


Daddy's close friend, Kay Hian carrying Jordan


Daddy, Mummy & Jordan when Jordan is 3mths old.

Jordan is visiting the paediatrician today! At 3mths old, his weight has reached 7.11kg! Baby doctor said that he is overweight by 1kg!


Jordan weighing 7.11kg at 3mths old. He is wearing Daddy's favourite Nike shoes and GAP shirt, a gift from Alice.

Mummy also decided to let Jordan take the rotavirus oral dose, in addition to the 5in1 jab vaccination. Jordan loved the rotavirus oral dose, Mummy guessed it tasted sweet, definitely nicer than plain water of which Jordan hated it!


Jordan looks handsome with his fatty cheeks squeezed inwards!


This is one of Mummy's favourite expression! The crying Jordan!

Thanks to Daddy's friend, Daddy & Mummy could spend a night at Sentosa - Amara Sanctuary Hotel with Jordan! It was a courtyard suite room with buggy transport from the hotel lobby to the room. Every courtyard suite room is greeted by a villa-like entrance. Daddy loved the breakfast and the whole service experience with every hotel's staff is simply excellent. There is also a complimentary plate of fruits and red wine bottle for the night time. Throughout the stay, Jordan's eyes were kept wide open to the surroundings and could easily fell asleep. The getaway was not exactly romantic but truly unforgettable and meaningful as Jordan is spending the day/night with Daddy & Mummy at a hotel for the first time!


Amara Sanctuary - Courtyard Suite - Exterior prior to entering the room. Jordan started yawning after a long travel.


Amara Sanctuary - Courtyard Suite - Room Interior. Jordan was watching the television programme.


Jordan smiling at Daddy again!


Amara Sanctuary - Courtyard Suite - Personal Outdoor Jacuzzi. Jordan was getting interested at the jacuzzi.


Amara Sanctuary - Hotel Facade. Jordan had fallen asleep on the way to the hotel facade.


Amara Sanctuary - Ballroom


Daddy decided to let Jordan sleep in his pram while we carried on the stroll to Beach Station.


Jordan's newest toy was also brought along in this getaway. Jordan loves its music.


Amara Sanctuary - Hotel Lobby. Jordan posing with Mummy prior to leaving the hotel. Notice the words on Jordan's shirt "I Love Daddy", this shirt is Mummy's favourite!

Jordan had a great time with Macy & Daddy this morning! Jordan has been cooing a lot to Daddy & Mummy for past 3 weeks! His babytalk and laughters never fails to bring smiles to Daddy & Mummy's faces! This day, Daddy decided to capture shots of Jordan's cooing & laughter.


Jordan's expression when cooing


Jordan's expression when seeing someone familiar


Jordan's expression when seeing Daddy or Mummy

Macy also took this opportunity to show her "affection" towards Jordan. Macy even let Jordan rest on her body without complain! If it was Daddy or Mummy resting on Macy, she would let out a defensive noise!


Jordan resting comfortably on Macy's body!

Its Macy's birthday today! She has turned 5 yrs old! Daddy & Mummy brought her to Sentosa Tanjong Beach for a swim and sand run! Macy simply loved it and even plunged herself to the sea so that she could swim out of the water!


Macy waiting for Mummy's return in the car as Mummy went out to buy breakfast before heading to Sentosa


Macy swimming in Sentosa Tanjong Beach!

In the evening, Daddy & Mummy also gave Macy a surprise birthday treat, ice-cream with strawberry marshmellows! Macy finished it in 3 minutes!


Macy's birthday treat!