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Justin went to see Dr. Alyse Baron, his pediatrician, on Thursday, 9/20/07. He weighed at 7lbs 10oz, 5 oz more than the last time she saw him on Monday, 9/17/07. Although this places him only in the fifth percentile for his weight, this is great progress considering he wasn’t eating for the first 3 weeks of life. His head circumference is 14″ and his length measures at 20.75″. So, he’s little for his age, but making progress. He seems to have hit the major milestones with knowing how to follow objects when placed in front of him, responding to voices by turning his head to look for it, smiling, and grabbing things. The only thing he’s not doing a lot of is cooing. We heard him say “ah” two times 2 nights ago when Loi was reading him a book, though. We are also starting tummy time with him to strengthen his neck and arm muscles.
He definitely is a growing boy with a growing appetite. He wakes about every 1-2 hours looking for food. So, between the feeding, burping, pumping, and bottle washing, I have barely time for anything else. By the time I put him down, it’s feeding time again! So, it can be exhausting…for both me and Justin!

Nathan wants Mommy for everything now seeing that I spend so much time with Justin. I try to be involved in giving him his baths, playing with him between Justin’s naps, and getting him ready in the morning. But, I know it’s not enough for him…he’s craving for my full undivided attention. I hope that in a few more months, when Justin gets stronger and can join us in playtime, both of them can have Mommy time together

So, life does go on, and the new norm is slowly forming. We’re all adjusting to having the new little bundle of joy in our lives. Everyday I wake up and wonder how I am to pass the day with just me and Justin all alone, trapped inside our little home. Well, time sure flies between all the feedings and playing. But, I can’t wait to be out and about again. His pediatrician gave us the OK to take him out, but to avoid strangers and crowded places, especially with the cold season coming along. I think I’ll take him for a walk one of these days. I’m still not brave enough to take him anywhere else.

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