Grady is ONE month old today!

My baby boy is ONE month old today!

such an alert baby

I just love his serious face.

:)

tired of pictures

Daddy and his "wing-man"

- He wears size 1 diapers.
- He still usually wakes up to eat about every 2 hours. His days and nights are not straightened out yet. Sometimes during the day he will go 3-4 hours; however, nighttime is another story. Although, last night was great! He went from 2-5:30 without waking up. A wonderful surprise for momma.
- He has started to wear 0-3 month clothes. I still try to squeeze him into some of his larger newborn outfits - doesn't always work.
- As of Wednesday, he weighs 10 lbs 5 oz. He's a chunk already!
- He loves his paci. If only there was a paci retriever for him at night that would pop it back in his mouth as he drifts off to sleep.
- He loves to eat. I'm working on making him wait at least 2-3 hours between feedings. Hopefully he will adjust quickly. Right now he "thinks" he wants more food but really he just wants comfort.
- He is one gassy boy. I'm amazed by some of the sounds he makes already! It's really quite impressive...
- He gets calm easily by me, especially when he thinks he needs to nurse. It's really priceless seeing Zac show off his daddy skills already by singing and calming him down even if it takes a little more effort. (There really isn't anything more attractive than a man caring for his baby by singing an assortment of songs. I love it!)
- He has been colicky at night from about 2-5; however, I'm hoping that will change since last night! (I'm not crossing my fingers though.)

Being a momma is wonderful! I love winter and cold weather but have to admit that I can't wait until I can take him for walks outside... and out in public without the fear of the flu.

God has blessed us so much with such a wonderful and beautiful baby. We've also been blessed beyond what our gratitude can fully express. Our friends, family, and even some people we don't know well have been amazingly generous with gifts, money, and support. We feel especially loved and are thankful that so many people have been so kind. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.

Much love,
Emily