...that Josie is progressing fantastically!! We went for her two month appointment on Friday, which ended up being over two months by a week of so. We went 6 weeks ago. From then, she has gained over two pounds, now weighing in at 11 pounds 10 ounces (75th %) and is 23 inches, which is an inch and a half bigger (also the 75th %). Her head circumference is 15 inches (50th %). Dave and I were very eager to get to the doctor to see how big she was. We have woke up many times and said to each other...she is bigger!!
The doctor was really proud of her because she can hold her head up really well when she is on her tummy! She was also very excited to hear that Josie sleeps through the night. She has been doing this since week 5. A couple days during the week at first, then by week 9, every night is a full night's sleep. She goes to sleep about 9:30 or 10 (no later) and is up around 7 a.m. Mom loves it!! But there is a downside now...I have to go back to work.
I start on Monday and is surely not looking forward to it. I already am crying and she is still in my arms. I wish we won the lottery (but I guess that we would have to play to win, oh-well.)
These 6 weeks have gone by so fast, and looking back I wish I could have more. Isn't that the case, we always want more. I have asked my sub to stay 6 more, but only jokingly. They need me back. Conferences are coming up soon.
Josie is going to a babysitter's house, Barb. Barb watches the son of the kindergarten teacher at school. She only watches the little kiddos. up to 2 years. We are really happy with her.
Some things Josie loves:
-to face out and see what everyone is doing
-her reflection
-to smile
-breastmilk
-talk a walk
-to be outside at anytime of the day
-her changing table
-Church, especially the music
-the Cardinals!
Some things Josie hates:
-to be held lying down
-a wet diaper
-drowsiness
-vitamins
Thanks for checking up on us!!
A big smile from a great girl. Mark Ecko gear...a designer dud (thanks to my vice-principal)
We are trying to figure out the Bumba chair.
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This dress is real cute on her.
This was funny. I looked up and she and the bear were having a staring contest. The bear won.
So sad to go back to work, isn't it? I wish I could say that it's a piece of cake, but I won't lie- it's not. BUT it does get easier and it definitely helps having someone that you trust watching her. Sounds like you do. Hang in there. Josie is adorable and a trooper for sleeping through the night already! Woo hoo! for a full night's sleep! Can't wait to read more updates.
ReplyDeleteI totally meant to call you today to see how your first day back went and then ran out of time. I hope it went well. I'm sure it was tough but you'll get used to it. And it sounds like Josie is doing great...not that I didn't know that already. Can't wait to see her again. We'll miss you guys this weekend. Wish Dave good luck for us at the wedding.
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