Two Months Old..and What I've Learned...

We just can't believe it, two months have already gone by. Sutton celebrated his two month birthday on Tuesday, December 2. He got to celebrate by going to his 2 month well exam today! Dr. Gajda gave him a clean bill of health. He is doing very well in all areas. He is now 24 inches long (he's grown 3 1/2 inches since he was born) and 10 lbs 8 ounces, (he was 7 lbs 4 oz. at birth!). He also had a couple of his first vaccines. So far he hasn't had any reaction. We decided to do an alternative vaccine schedule...where he still gets all his shots, but they are just spread out over time. That way he doesn't get as much at once..and his body can handle it better. Then if he does have a reaction, we will have a better idea of know what it is, and will know where to go from there. I read the book, "The Vaccine Book" by Dr. Robert Sears. It was wonderful. It's not pro or anti vaccine. Just gives you all the facts..pros and cons. I feel so much better educated about vaccines and the choice we've made! The little guy is growing like a weed! He is also getting very good at holding his head up, which he prefers to do, if you are holding him up at your shoulder. He likes his tummy time for about 5-7 minutes, and then he has had enough. So are working on that, we want him to be able to do that for longer and longer to build those neck, back and arm muscles! He is also smiling up a storm! He can get really animated when we're talking to him!! He's been a VERY good sleeper, too. We are just praying that he keeps it up. Just a couple nights of 8 hours of sleep can really spoil you!

We also celebrated Chris' birthday on Saturday. Our friend, Cara, babysat Sutton while we went out to dinner and to see a movie. Cara was AWESOME with him, and I didn't worry at all, (well maybe just a smidge). She reported that he was an angel and totally adorable. Thanks Cara, we'll be calling you again!


Here are a couple of pictures from today. He has on his first little pair of shoes! (thanks to his cousins James and Ethan.)

We just LOVE this little guy!

My friend, Anjie (who is also the new Mom of 1 month old Emma Grace) put 10 things she has learned in the month since Emma was born, on her blog. It made me think, what ARE some of the things that I learned.... So Anjie I'm borrowing your idea. Here are 10, even though I know there are a million more!

1. I had no idea I could be more emotional than I was when pregnant. I am MORE than crying at the drop of a hat....but it is usually for happy reasons!

2. As much as EVERYONE knows how much I LOVE sleep, I've learned that I can live without as much of it!

3. I have really learned what having FAITH and TRUSTING in God is. I can do everything humanly possible to keep Sutton safe, but ultimately he is in God's hand...and there isn't a better place to be.

4. I have learned, even more, how it is a CHOICE to be kind and caring to each other. When you're tired and grouchy, it's so easy to snap at each other! Sorry for the times I've been snappy with you, Chris. (and anyone else)

5. I can't believe how much stuff I can get done when Sutton is taking a nap or happily swinging in his swing.

6. I think I actually keep the house cleaner than before he was born. (you might want to ask Chris' opinion on that, he may not agree :):)

7. I am amazed at how both Chris and I can sit around and stare and laugh and be amazed by all the things Sutton does!

8. I know I have learned that God is in control. It's amazing to think about all that has happened in the last year. Now, I just hope that I remember this lesson!

9. Now I consider "resting" to be laying down while I'm feeding Sutton. AND breastfeeding is HARD!!... but worth the effort!!!!!

10. I'm totally amazed at how much I LOVE Sutton and would do anything for him, and how much more I love Chris after watching him with Sutton.