We are loving our baby boy, however this parenting thing is harder than we ever thought possible. Trying to figure out cries, changing diapers every 30 minutes (or so it seems) feeding every 3 hours, rocking, dressing, bathing, worrying, etc. etc. have really given us a run for our money! We feel like we're starting to get the hang of things, starting being the key word there! Graham is doing pretty well in the sleep department- he usually sleeps in 1.5 hour stretches during the day and 3 hours at night. He doesn't seem to have his days and nights mixed up, which Mom and Dad are grateful for! So far he's proven to be a Mama's boy, but he very obviously loves being with his Dad too. He is a pretty good eater, but it does take him a long time unless he's drinking from a bottle. At first we were convinced he was a spitting image of Mom and cousin Brox, but gradually we think he looks more and more like Dad. He has a huge cowlick in the front of his head that is a gift from Grandpa McAllister.
We took him to the Dr. yesterday for his 2 week checkup. He's above his birth weight at 8 lbs. 14 oz., but the most shocking statistic is his height; 22.25 inches! He's in the 95% for height- a gift we consider to be from his Grandpa King! I always said that I was fine being skipped over in the height department as long as my kids reaped the benefit of me having a dad who is 6'6,
Last week we said goodbye to my brother McKay and this week we'll say goodbye to Paul's brother Brad as they leave on LDS missions. It's strange to think that Graham will be 2 years old when they come back! We had a chance to bless Graham at my parents house when he was only 3 days old (when McKay was set apart as a missionary) so that both McKay and Brad could be there.
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It's so hard in the beginning! If it makes you feel better, there were more than a few meltdowns in the beginning with my first--like bawling in the bathroom. It's a hard transition, then all the hormone crap sure didn't help either! He's adorable!
Congrats again. He is so pretty. Yes. Boys can be pretty.
There's no way to prepare for the transition into parenting, but soon you'll feel like a pro, and hopefully more rested! Getting mine to sleep through the night changed my life like I never thought possible. It's true that you want to get to an easier time, yet it's so hard to see them grow up so fast. Fun times are yet to come though, so get excited!
And he's just so beautiful. I HOPE we can fine a way to see each other when I'm there in a few weeks!
These pictures are so so sweet. Everyone is so grown up! Can't wait for more pics of the little guy, he is so handsome. Savor it, time seems to go faster and faster as they grow. Harper is starting kindergarten!!??? What??!!
Beautiful pictures! I'm so glad Graham decided to make his grand entry just in time to bond with his uncle...and just in time for Uncle McKay to be a part of his blessing! How fun!! You look BEAUTIFUL, Marianne!
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