E's First Month!

What a beautiful first month with sweet Eleanor. She’s here. She’s healthy and I feel so lucky. 

This month she has met family and friends. She  has had lazy days with me and her sister. She has nursed like a champion (since I got help and have used a nipple guard- that thing is life changing !) 

Of course she has been up several times through the night and some days are foggy for me but it is a happy kind of tired. I actually love our nights together. Zara gets jealous so I try not to gush over Eleanor while she’s around even though I really want to. Nighttime is our alone time and I can flip out over how cute and amazing she is without hurting feelings. My body hurts from the uncomfortable sleeping positions but my heart is full and content while I’m sleeping with her :) 

Eleanor loves to be held so it’s tough to get much done. Sitting still is a challenge for me- I cannot help but think of my chore list- so it’s good for me to learn to enjoy these moments. Baby therapy should be a thing. It helps my to be more present for sure. 

When Eleanor cries she gets red immediately so we are learning to do things with her in our arms. Jonas even vacuums and puts dishes away while holding her. 

E had to have 3 blood tests because her TSH levels were a little high. Her doctor had to determine whether or not she had a thyroid issue. After getting a scary letter from the state of KY and waiting for results- all is well and her TSH levels are normal.

E did not need a well visit this month but she is really growing so I’m not worried. She is filling out her 0-3 month clothes already- She poops/ pees all the time and seems satisfied from nursing. 

Oh my goodness we are slow to get ready everyday but I suppose there has not been a need to rush lately. 

Gosh, Eleanor is so great. I just love her squeaks and her crazy expressions. I wish this first month could have lasted longer or that I could live it again. It was the best of times.

Looking just like her Dad::

First bath::

When you have to take them both to the salon, you play in the courtyard::

Church dresses::

Doctor visits. Z loves the toy drawer::

Nurses tried to take blood from her tiny arm :(

I love to have her close::

Stylish changing pad::

E wearing one of my favorite outfits from Zara::

This buys me a little time to cook::

3&4 week photos::

Love you so much::