Today, Simon is one month old. It’s been a tough month physically…emotionally…logistically…pretty much in every way. But we grow to love Simon more and more every day. We are a family of four now, and the thought of him not being with us…even though it was just a month ago…seems so foreign. He’s made a huge imprint on our hearts.
Things are a lot different with a second child. Having an infant is still bone-tiring, all-consuming, and thrilling all wrapped up in one tiny package. But we just can’t pay the same attention to him as we did with the first child…because there is now a 2 year old running around demanding our attention as well. I already wonder how much I’m missing!
Simon likes to be held (what baby doesn’t!) or to lay in the kick and crawl. He has done some cooing but not a whole bunch. He likes to be bounced, and for some reason…likes to have his head at a weird angle…he actually falls asleep faster with his head tilted back a bit. Simon has smiled a few times, and is beginning to develop strong neck muscles.
Elias is doing well too. He is still in the process of adjusting to having a brother, but things are going well! Today, he actually kissed Simon on the head twice! It really made my day!
Here are some pictures of Simon’s day today:
Simon and Mommy enjoying some time together in the morning before Elias woke up. Do I look tired or what?
Simon snoozing on Daddy mid morning.
We went for a walk together in the nice weather. This was the first time both boys have ridden in the stroller together. Elias was nervous at first, but then didn’t seem to mind having Simon share the stroller. Thanks again to everyone who made it possible for us to have this wonderful stroller. I can’t wait until I’m cleared to run with it!
Both boys were wearing their “brother” shirts. Elias in his big brother one, and Simon in the little brother. I tried to get Elias to sit right next to Simon, but this was as close as he would get.
Simon – One Month Old