One Month Old

Henry Christopher- One month old

This past month has gone by in a quick blur of diaper changes, middle of the night feedings, tears, and joy. On one hand, I can't believe he's been here a month already, but on the other hand, I can't really remember life without him.

We've started to get into a new routine and adjust to our new family member. He has brought us so much happiness in one short month!

What is Henry up to at one month?

• He eats every 2 1/2- 3 hours during the day and does one long stretch during the night- usually it's 4 hours, but it has been as long as 6.
• He goes to bed around 10pm and sleeps until about 8am (waking up to eat about twice).
• He is wearing size 1 diapers and mostly size 0-3 month clothes. Most of the newborn size has been packed away already.
• He LOVES to look around and has a hard time falling asleep if you are looking at him. He is extremely alert and seems to know what's going on around him.
• He is a happy baby, only crying when he's hungry or extremely over-tired.
• He is a little fussy and just wants to be held from about 5:30pm-7:30pm (right when we are trying to get big brother to bed!)
• He really enjoys his baths.
• He is a very noisy sleeper- he grunts and moans for awhile while falling asleep and frequently makes noise while sleeping.
• He is starting to reach for the toys on the bouncy seat and activity gym.
• He tries to suck his thumb or fingers, but isn't quite coordinated enough to do it yet!