A smiling boy began at 2 months

 

Weight & Height:
10lbs 12oz and 22.5 inches  30%/25% (this appointment was actually 8 days before you were actually 2 months)


Sleeping patterns:
4-5 hours and it feels so good!

Eating habits:
Every 3 hours during the day unless you are napping and then 4-5 at night.  You still have one big spit up a day, but it does seem to be getting better.

Discoveries and accomplishments:
You have started smiling and it helps reassure mom that she is doing a good job.  You are really moving those feet all the time and kicking like a wild man.  Bath time is your favorite thing right now.  If you are fussing you immediately stop once in the tub.

Highlights:
This month at your checkup you had your first shots which your mom was DREADING!!!  You only cried for a few minutes and stopped once in mom's arms.  Mom held it together pretty well with only watery eyes.  You will come to find out about her big fear of needles.  Your smiles are the best thing in the world.  We are very blessed with a happy boy.  We have so far made two trips to Tennessee which your Mimi and Papaw love.  You are starting to get on somewhat of a schedule during the day which is nice.  You continue to be talking more everyday.  When I look at this picture of you as compared to last months' I can see our little boy coming to life.  Everyday it seems you do something new.  We love you so much!!

Like a natural WOMAN... ;o)

Breastfeeding

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The most earthy natural thing I have ever done and I love it!! I debated on doing this post, but I am tired of feeling embarrassed about such a great thing.  While pregnant with Mac I really wanted to be able to breastfeed.  I read books and talked to lots of friends.  Mike did not understand why I thought I would not be able to do it.  I knew some people found it easy and others very difficult.  I really think I was successful because of the amazing nurses at my hospital who were so patient and helpful with my first day or two of feedings.  A C-section I feel makes it harder for women because you are in so much pain.
To be honest I wanted to do it for all the amazing benefits for him and to help me lose the baby weight.  It seriously came off except for 2 lbs in less than 2 weeks.  It has been so much more than that.  I love going to the doctor and seeing how much weight he has gained all because of me.  I love how he needs me.  It is such a special time between you and your baby!  It can be demanding at times, but I am so thankful it has worked out for us.  I made small goals for myself and my most recent is 6 months.  I know right now I will not be ready to completely stop by then.  I am traveling alot these next couple of months and working full time, so that may lead to some use of formula. 

For future mommies here are the things that helped me:
1.  Find a support group near your home
2.  Find friends on facebook who have babies close to the age of yours (My friends I have connected with have been such lifesavers through this crazy wonderful adventure.  Love you ladies!!)
3.  Be prepared to breastfeed before the baby gets here with all the equipment things (bras, pumps, etc) you will need
4.  Do not be afraid to ask for help at the hospital (I found the nurses more helpful than the lactation specialist)
5.  Fight through those first couple of weeks because they are the hardest and then the next hard phase is managing a life while breastfeeding.  Once you figure that out you are good to go.
6.  Think of the money you are saving $$$ (Since I was not working and we needed to save that was a big motivator for me)
7.  Get a cute cover for feeding in public if you do not want to bare all.  I honestly do not care about this anymore, but at first I was nervous.
8. Get your husband on board with you
9. Get the breastfriend!!

Mac is already a boob man! hahaha