Jackson is 14 weeks old, and I am loving this age! There are a million perfect sweet little moments that I never want to forget. I these are the moments that make all the craziness worth it. I'm sure lots of moms have had these moments, plus a ton of their own. And if you aren't a mom yet, then you have some amazing things to look forward to!
Giggles! Making Jackson laugh, and even better watching Mark and Jack laughing together. Seriously the sweetest thing! It's like watching them fall in love, and there is no better sight or sound in the world.
In the morning, when Jack wakes up, I hear him babbling on the monitor, then I go into his room to get him and he smiles at me. He stares at me and then a big slow smile spreads across his face and my day is off to a great start. I swear with that little smile it's like he's saying "Oh hi mom! I'm so excited that you're here!" Seriously the best first moment to wake up to.
Almost hugs. I don't think he quite knows he's doing it, but when I pick him up and he grabs my arm and rests his head on my shoulder or burrows into my neck, its like he'd giving me the perfect little baby hug. And it makes me melt!
As he gets bigger I know the times when he sleeps in my arms will decrease. So even though I'm trying to teach him to fall asleep on his own and sleep in his bed so I can actually get things done, there are still times he falls asleep on me. And I love it. That moment where he totally relaxes, open mouth and snoring with his arm resting on my chest, I feel so special. That this little boy is mine and he trusts me and loves me and feels the most comfortable when i'm holding him. Such a wonderful feeling.
Watching him learn is one of the coolest experiences of being a parent. Seeing him work on his hand-eye coordination, or recognize faces or objects, trying to learn to roll over and how proud he is when I help him and he ends up on his back or belly. I am so honored to help form this little boys brain, and its so awesome to watch.
Breast feeding has been a great experience since he was born but especially now I find the enjoyment in it. It can be a difficult road for mom and baby to learn about nursing and figuring out how to operate together. Now we are mostly pros, we still have our shambly moments of course, but for the most part it is a great experience for both of us. And when he calms down and is eating like a champ, he puts his little hand on my chest, grabs on or slides his fist in my shirt and it is such a sweet quiet little moment of connection that I am truly grateful for.
So those are my favorites for now, although I have a new perfect moment everyday. Jackson is doing so great, learning and growing and becoming an amazing human. Life is good in the Blinn house and next month we get to see our families and go on vacation! Here are some pictures of my favorite Jackson moments.
As he gets bigger I know the times when he sleeps in my arms will decrease. So even though I'm trying to teach him to fall asleep on his own and sleep in his bed so I can actually get things done, there are still times he falls asleep on me. And I love it. That moment where he totally relaxes, open mouth and snoring with his arm resting on my chest, I feel so special. That this little boy is mine and he trusts me and loves me and feels the most comfortable when i'm holding him. Such a wonderful feeling.
Watching him learn is one of the coolest experiences of being a parent. Seeing him work on his hand-eye coordination, or recognize faces or objects, trying to learn to roll over and how proud he is when I help him and he ends up on his back or belly. I am so honored to help form this little boys brain, and its so awesome to watch.
Breast feeding has been a great experience since he was born but especially now I find the enjoyment in it. It can be a difficult road for mom and baby to learn about nursing and figuring out how to operate together. Now we are mostly pros, we still have our shambly moments of course, but for the most part it is a great experience for both of us. And when he calms down and is eating like a champ, he puts his little hand on my chest, grabs on or slides his fist in my shirt and it is such a sweet quiet little moment of connection that I am truly grateful for.
So those are my favorites for now, although I have a new perfect moment everyday. Jackson is doing so great, learning and growing and becoming an amazing human. Life is good in the Blinn house and next month we get to see our families and go on vacation! Here are some pictures of my favorite Jackson moments.
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