Dear Colin,
You are now one month old. Your first four weeks of life simply flew by. The weather was terrible so we were stuck inside most of the time which made it challenging to keep both you and your brother entertained and together but apart at times!
Your first week of life was challenging to say the least. Your Grandma Mary was here and your Daddy put us to work trying to get some more tasks in the house complete. We may have pushed a little too hard the first day home (going to 3 different stores) because Mommy was very tired later that day and was useless the following day. You and I had to stay on the couch and poor Conor got underfoot and Daddy couldn't get his work done. So, the rest of that week I was careful to take it a little slower. Your grandma also had to leave a little sooner than we all expected. We were so sad to see her go, she was amazing with Conor, loved on you so Mommy could spend some 1:1 time with your big brother, she helped keep the house clean and it was simply so nice to have her here. I'll admit - when she left Mommy felt very nervous because I wasn't sure if I could do it without her.
The next three weeks are a complete blur - the task each day was really just to manage life. We got up, ate breakfast, nursed, played with Conor, did lunch, took Conor for his nap ride, nursed some more, played more games/toys with Conor and then survived until dinner, bath bed for your brother and you. Unfortunately, you are not a fabulous sleeper and you prefer to sleep on someone than alone and on your side instead of on your back. Everyone swore that you would be my good sleeper but I am beginning to have my doubts!
This month we also discovered that you have acid reflux. You were put on Zantac first but that constipated you and therefore you were changed to Prevacid. This medication has worked much better for you and I don't hear you gurgle at night in your sleep. Your reflux is the kind where you spit up a lot so we have burp cloths around the house everywhere because we never know when you might strike!
Conor continues to love you though he has been testing the waters. He likes to smother you with hugs and rub his face all over yours. We have tried to be tolerant of this to ensure that we don't create jealousy and you are handling his "love" very well. However, he has started thinking its a game to run up to you and hit you (lightly but still hitting) to see what reaction you have. We are working with him on this and you are never alone in a room with him.
You continue to look a lot like your brother and the photos prove it! Here are a few from your first month.
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| One Month Old! |
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| Wearing the same outfit Conor wore in his 1 month photo |
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| So sweet! |
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| Brothers |
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| Sleeping on your first full day home |
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| Conor wanted to lay in your crib with you while I cleaned your closet. |
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| First nap in crib - lasted 10 minutes |
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| First bath - 2 weeks old |
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| First smile! |
Your first month was a busy one little Colin - Can't wait to see what your second month brings!
xoxo
Mommy
