This month was pretty crazy for us. We had an unexpected trip to Northern California because your Great Grandpa fell and broke his hip. When he fell, he cut open his arm which led to an infection and a stay in ICU. He had surgery and is now on the mend, but during our week stay up North your routine got completely thrown off and you started waking up more often at night. You were able to meet a lot of family while we were in Northern California, but unfortunately you didn't get the opportunity to meet your Great Grandpa because no one under the age of 12 could visit in the ICU. We will be going back to visit your Great Grandpa in the next month or so since he is out of the hospital now. He's a pretty amazing man and I'm looking forward to you meeting him.
When we came back from up North, we transitioned you out of the rock 'n play and into your pack 'n play in our room. We thought your were outgrowing your rock 'n play and getting frustrated because you couldn't stretch out your legs. You were starting to do okay in the pack 'n play when a week after we got back from up North, you and I drove to Arizona with your Aunt Nichole to visit your Grandma and Grandpa Haislip. Our week home wasn't long enough to get you back on your routine, so our trip to Arizona only threw your sleep off more. Your dad wasn't able to go with us on this trip and he missed you like crazy.
When we got back from Arizona, your sleep just continued to go down hill and I was at a loss on how to make it better. A day before you turned 3 months old, we moved you into your crib. I wasn't ready for you to be out of our room yet, but something had to give so we decided to try it. Much to my surprise, you did amazing the first night in your crib and didn't even take your pacifier. You went down without a fight and slept for 4 hours before waking to nurse again. I unfortunately did not sleep well at all and found myself checking the monitor frequently to make sure you were okay. I clearly had a harder time than you. You're still napping in your swing during the day and eventually I'll move you into your crib for naps, but I'm taking one thing at a time and trying my hardest not to stress about it.
You continue to amaze me and your dad on a daily basis. Despite not having the best sleeping habits, you're such a happy baby and smile all the time. You love sucking on your fingers and will often gag yourself, but that doesn't stop you from putting them right back in. You've gotten better at sucking your thumb too. You're able to bring toys and your lovey, Foxy, to your mouth. I know your vision has improved this month as well because you started tracking objects and me and your dad. When you're laying in your swing and we come close to you, you get really excited and start kicking your legs and smiling. You definitely know who we are. We're still working on tummy time and I have a feeling that as soon as you get the hang of pushing yourself up, you'll want nothing to do with being on your back. You love looking at yourself in the mirror and make the most adorable noises when you catch a glimpse of yourself while playing.
We've reached the half way point to my first goal of breastfeeding and I'm pretty proud of us. I'm taking it one day at a time and enjoying the bond we have through breastfeeding. I love when I look down at you and you look up at me with a big smile. In those moments all is right in the world and I feel so much love from you. You sure know how to melt my heart little man.
Time is going by way too fast and as much as I'm looking forward to watching you grow, I wish time would slow down just a bit so I can enjoy snuggling my baby a little more. Before we know it, you'll be crawling and wanting to be even more independent and I know I'll miss these moments. You are such a little ham and I absolutely adore you. Thank you for being mine, baby boy. I love you.
Momma
