Two Months Old

Preston is two months old today!

We like to celebrate his monthly birthdays the last day of every month, since that was when he was born.

You weigh 9 lb, 4 oz. and are 21.5 inches long. 20th percentile for everything. We just took you to the pediatrician this morning and you got a great report! You had to get 4 shots in your legs and you let out one big scream and that was it. You did awesome. I am amazed by how much you have already changed!

Things you are into right now - you have learned how to grab. You grab my hair, my jewelry, and toys when we put them in front of you. You easily track objects. One of the coolest things that you do is when you hear Mommy's voice, you look in my direction. I love it! You've starting cooing and the BEST is that you have started smiling. Look at what I caught on my iPhone yesterday morning!

You have also really developed a personality. It's crazy. You are pretty finicky. You HATE having any type of dirty diaper. Once its wet or dirty, you want it changed immediately. I am hoping this means you will potty train early, but who knows :) You are also very vocal when you are unhappy. Your sweet newborn cry has turned into a piercing scream... your dad and I can tell your lungs are getting stronger. I would call you especially high maintenance, but I am pretty sure most newborns are. For instance, if we aren't standing AND rocking AND walking you when you are awake (which is all the time), you cry.

You don't nap. Everything I read talks about newborns sleeping all the time. You might take two 45-minute naps during the day. And you are a light sleeper. You want to take the nap in mine or your dad's arms. The second we try to put you in your crib or bassinet, you don't just cry, you SCREAM. I know one day I will look back on this and wish you still wanted to be in my arms, but seriously, mommy and daddy's arms are EXHAUSTED. ;) And yes, people say, just put him down and let him cry, but it's easier said than done, especially when holding him = a silent, happy baby. HOWEVER, starting this weekend, there is some sleep training in your future!!!

As far as sleeping at night, we think you are doing pretty well. Two weeks ago, you slept through the night (10:30 p.m. - 5:30 a.m.) EVERY night. We thought we were in the clear. Then, this past week, you have had a bit of a growth spurt and have gone back to waking up every 3 hours to eat. At least we know you CAN do it and you'll do it again someday.

Another month has flown by. We love you Mr. P! We love watching you grow and change and develop. Can't wait to see what this new month has in store for us!