Already growing…

Sam had his first appointment today and was measured at 18 ½ inches and is 6 lbs. That puts him almost back to his full birth weight. Doctor was VERY happy with his progress and said he looks perfect. YEAH!! It’s such a relief to know that our feedings have been productive. It’s pretty tough keeping up with the demands of breastfeeding, but I’m on the right track. His doctor’s office has a lactation nurse on staff and I was able to meet with her yesterday. She was AWESOME and gave some great info and advice that we’re already putting to use here at the house.

I gotta tell ya….Sam is a really good baby. We are so lucky to have him. He hasn’t been super fussy and is sleeping and eating like a champ. He absolutely loves his crib mobile. It plays classical music with sounds from nature and he just totally zones out on the movement and noise. It’s really awesome to watch. We’re having a hard time keeping our eyes off of him. I understand what all the parents in our life have been talking about all these years. I finally get it….and it was so worth the wait.

We tried out his swing that my cousin Ashley kindly passed along and he seemed to really like it, but then wanted a little cuddle time with dad. He actually hung out with us in the living room for a good chunk of time yesterday and during the day time, too. YEAH! We watched a little college baseball together. He is very alert and is always checking out his new digs and parents. So far so good....I think he likes us. ; )

That’s all for now, folks. Momma is going to chill out before little man wants an afternoon snack. Enjoy the pics and we’ll chat again soon.