BIG Boy!

Jaiden had his second Doctors appointment Jan. 5th and we were completely amazed at just how much he has grown in the last 2 weeks. He now weighs 8lbs 8ozs and is 22 inches long!!! He’s getting so big! He is starting to grow out of some of the newborn clothes... that was fast! He is still sleeping great at night, only waking up twice. We have really gotten into a routine of putting him down at 10, getting up with him at 1 and 4, and then having the luxury of sleeping in until 8. We had one night this week where we actually put him down at 9:30 and he slept until 3:15. Woohoo! I think he likes sleep as much as his mom & dad!

We have seen so many changes in him, and can’t believe how fast he is growing and developing. His neck muscles are getting so strong already. He loves laying on our chests and holding his head up to stare at us. He adores taking a bath and coos at us the whole time (along with peeing nonstop!). He smiles more throughout the day and loves to look at lights. Grandpa Combs gave him the Cloud B Constellation Nightlight for Christmas and he absolutely loves starring up at all the stars that glow on the ceiling. He used to fuss when we changed his diaper in the middle of the night, now he just stares at his ceiling mesmerized by all the stars. Thank you Grandpa!

Next week is going to be a big change for all of us. Kevin will be headed back to work and we will miss him tons! Unfortunately he will be entering the dreaded “busy season” and will be working lots of long hours until the end of April :( He was fortunate enough to take the first two weeks Jaiden was home completely off work, and was actually able to work from home this past week. We’ve been spoiled having him around for 3 full weeks! He has been a HUGE help especially while I was recovering from the c-section, and I’m so lucky to have him in my life. The past 2 or 3 days I have really started to feel good again and my pain has almost completely diminished. I haven’t taken any of my pain meds in a week. The only time I’m really hurting is when I cough or sneeze... ouch! Trying to do that without using your abdomen muscles is pretty much impossible, and considering they had to cut through those... again, ouch! It’s going to be so different without having Kevin around during the days, but I will love all the momma & baby time we’ll have. I know I’ve said it a million times, but I’m truly so blessed. I have the most amazing husband and perfect baby boy. Life couldn’t get any better.