Two Months New
I totally get it. I understand why the Duggars had 19 (20?) kids. Ok, that many kids is excessive, but I finally see why people want big families. During the last month of my pregnancy and the first few weeks with a newborn I repeatedly told my husband that he better like this child because this was the only one he was getting. I was so uncomfortable and after a 30 hour labor and being deprived of endless hours of sleep I never wanted to do it again. Until now. The love I have for my child is infinite and I know I want to share that love with another one… in a few years. I'm still recovering over here. Right now though, it's just us and I've never been happier. I'm not ready to share him just yet. The first month was a struggle, but month two has brought so much joy that I can't wait to continue to see Harrison grow and learn as I fall more deeply in love with him.
Likes:
-Playmat- he is still enjoying his playmat and is becoming more interested with the toys each day. Grandma bought him some extra links so he can reach the toys and now he hangs out there for long periods of time grabbing at the toys and links. I love that he can entertain himself. Of course, I should be doing housework while he plays, but I usually just sit and watch him instead.
-Pacis- I noticed that he wasn't sucking on the soothie paci unless I held it in his mouth for him, which I can't always do. So, I switched to a different type of paci that has a flat nipple on the bottom and he sucks on it like a champ now!
-Eating- This kid can EAT. At his 2 month appointment he was 11 pounds and .05 oz. No more weight gain concerns for this one.
-Snuggling- Harrison will snuggle for hours, which is why I never get anything done around the house.
-Changing clothes- Every time I undress and dress him he just smiles and smiles.
-Staring at objects- lights, fans, mobiles…
-Being tickled by Daddy--- this leads to giant smiles and giggles.
Dislikes:
-Being woken up- but who likes that?
-Being gassy- thank goodness for those drops!
-Being hungry- waiting on a bottle is the end of the world.
Schedule:
During the daytime I feed Harrison on demand, usually every 2 hours. I breastfeed him during the day, usually adding a 1-2 oz bottle of breast milk or formula around lunchtime if he still seems hungry. If we are going to be out for a long period of time during the day I try to pump and bottle-feed him, but use formula if we're in a pinch. During the day we run errands, play, do tummy time, and take cat naps. Harrison is not much of a napper, unless he's been in the car. Around 8PM, he gets a 6-7 oz bottle (4 oz formula + 2-3 oz breast milk). He typically goes to bed around 9PM (occasionally getting up for a midnight snack) and will wake up anytime between 4-6AM. After that he goes back to sleep and starts waking every 2 hours to eat again.
Features:
Harrison is so incredibly handsome, although I might be bias. His eyes are greenish-blue and light up when we play with his toys, smile at him, or tickle him. His dark hair has fallen out and is being replaced with a blondish red peach fuzz. He is a tall baby (22.25 in), and his chicken legs are long gone. My favorite things about him are his monkey toes and his dimples. There's nothing better. He has officially outgrown his newborn clothes and I bawled my eyes out as I packed those away. Sometimes I stare at the packed away clothes and am blown away by how tiny he once was and how much he has already changed. He is now wearing size 0-3 clothing and size 1 diapers and I am convinced he grows overnight.
Milestones:
-SMILES
-GIGGLES
-Grasps objects- he loves to hold on to the rings of his moose during car rides or walks in his stroller
-Holds his neck up (he barely needs support anymore!)
Firsts:
-SMILES (at us)
-GIGGLES
-Sleeping through the night- Ok, he only did this a few nights, but I count it as a victory.
-Birthday Party
-Brewery (Yes, we are the people that take our baby to bars)
-St. Patrick's Day
-Lacrosse Game
-Being worn in a Boba Wrap
-Voting for mayor
Challenges:
We are having a hard time transitioning to the crib. H has officially moved out of our room, but is still sleeping in his rocker. Every time I try to put him in the crib to sleep he wakes up crying. He hangs out in there during the day with no problems, but he just won't sleep in it. Any suggestions are greatly appreciated.
Thoughts:
I can't believe I only have one month left for maternity leave. It absolutely hurts my heart to go back to work and not spend my days with Harrison. I'm lucky to have family willing to come watch him until my summer break, but it still kills me that I won't be the one making him smile or consoling him when he cries while I'm at work. Looks like I should start buying lotto tickets- wish me luck.
-Playmat- he is still enjoying his playmat and is becoming more interested with the toys each day. Grandma bought him some extra links so he can reach the toys and now he hangs out there for long periods of time grabbing at the toys and links. I love that he can entertain himself. Of course, I should be doing housework while he plays, but I usually just sit and watch him instead.
-Pacis- I noticed that he wasn't sucking on the soothie paci unless I held it in his mouth for him, which I can't always do. So, I switched to a different type of paci that has a flat nipple on the bottom and he sucks on it like a champ now!
-Eating- This kid can EAT. At his 2 month appointment he was 11 pounds and .05 oz. No more weight gain concerns for this one.
-Snuggling- Harrison will snuggle for hours, which is why I never get anything done around the house.
-Changing clothes- Every time I undress and dress him he just smiles and smiles.
-Staring at objects- lights, fans, mobiles…
-Being tickled by Daddy--- this leads to giant smiles and giggles.
Dislikes:
-Being woken up- but who likes that?
-Being gassy- thank goodness for those drops!
-Being hungry- waiting on a bottle is the end of the world.
During the daytime I feed Harrison on demand, usually every 2 hours. I breastfeed him during the day, usually adding a 1-2 oz bottle of breast milk or formula around lunchtime if he still seems hungry. If we are going to be out for a long period of time during the day I try to pump and bottle-feed him, but use formula if we're in a pinch. During the day we run errands, play, do tummy time, and take cat naps. Harrison is not much of a napper, unless he's been in the car. Around 8PM, he gets a 6-7 oz bottle (4 oz formula + 2-3 oz breast milk). He typically goes to bed around 9PM (occasionally getting up for a midnight snack) and will wake up anytime between 4-6AM. After that he goes back to sleep and starts waking every 2 hours to eat again.
Features:
-Voting for mayor
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