1 Month

 

Dear Sweet Blake -

You have proven to be a true blessing to our family.  You are more than I could ever ask for.  Each day you show how much of a miracle you are to us.  God definitely had His plan right when He gave us you.

You are continuing to grow every day.  We didn't have a doctors appointment this month so we don't have all of your measurements, but you are definitely growing out of all of your clothes.  Your clothes have been a constant reminder as to how much you are growing.

Here are some things you're doing:

• You're eating 4-5 oz 8 times a day
• We had to switch you to the sensitive formula because you have been really gassy.  I think it is helping, but we'll give it some time.
• You're still eating about every 3 hours.  Your internal clock is really good!  You almost have your 3 hours down to the minute as to when it's time to get up and eat again.
• Our night time routine is still a work a progress.  You are giving us about a 4 hour stretch in the middle of the night occasionally.
• You LOVE baths.  However, your entrance into the bath tub is quite humorous.  You will just sit in the bath and relax after you get all cleaned.

• You LOVE being on your tummy.  You've mastered the head lift and turn.  You also tend to fall asleep very easily when on your tummy.

• You've started following mommy around with your eyes.  It is truly a heart warming thing.
• You tend to be comforted most by laying in mommy's arms and just staring at me. 
• You like it when daddy "throws" you in the air and usually calms you down from a screaming fit.
• We've been out with you several times and you are so good!  You usually just sleep in your car seat or look around and take it all in.

You are getting so big.  Time is already flying by.  Everyone has told me to cherish this time, and now I know why.  You are a sweet little boy, and I thank God for you daily.

Love,

Mommy