Baby Ethan: Week 20




Weight: Yesterday, we took Ethan to the doctor for a weigh-in.  I wanted to make sure he was gaining weight and I couldn't stand the idea of waiting a whole month to find out.  Well it was good news!  I was SO happy to learn that Ethan has gained 8 ounces in two weeks...which is more than he gained in the previous month.  So he is officially 12lbs 10.5 ounces...and he grew a centimeter too!  So so relieved.  A special thanks to those of you who offered advice and support on his 18 week check-in.


Health: Ethan had his first cold this past week.  It was nothing too severe...just congestion and a little cough.  But of course it has really impacted his sleep...poor guy just can't sleep well on his back.  And now of course, I've caught his cold.  Fun times!  ;)

Sleep: See above!  Ethan gets up at 11pm, 3am, and 7am...so basically every 4 hours.  The hard part has been that he doesn't go back down like he normally does, and I would attribute this to his cold.



Social: We took our Christmas photos this past Sunday...can't wait to get the proofs and put our Christmas card together!  Ethan did really well, despite his cold.

Diet: Proudly serving mama's milk!

Clothes: 6 months...I finally packed away the rest of his 0-3 month things.  *Sniff sniff!*


{Couldn't you just kiss those lips!?}

Baby Gear Love: Anything he can grab and put in his mouth.  And blankets!

Crying: Mostly at night when he can't get back to sleep.



Likes: Ethan has taken a strong interest in our cat.  The cat likes to lay near him and Ethan just grabs at her...fur, skin and all.  She's pretty patient with him too!  He also would love to grab at Wilson...can't wait for him to get a little older so they can play!


And  I spoke too soon...Wilson couldn't help but get a little attention too!

Postpartum: Having a cold is sucky...especially because I can't be babied anymore!  Ha!  

Milestones: Does gaining 8 ounces in 2 weeks count?  I am seriously so proud of him!

And I want to wish my husband a happy 10 years since we've met!  We were just two college kids back then...but my have far we've come!  ;)



xo natasha

PS...thanks for all the sweet comments on Ethan's 3 months pictures.  If you missed them, you can check them out here!  ;)

21 comments :

  1. He is adorable! I love that hoodie.
    I think B had his first cold this week too.. well I know he did. And for 2 nights, I was up every hour.. could not figure out way. I'm gonna attribute it to the cold too.

    So great he's gaining weight! One thing is clear, he is a happy healthy baby. Good job Mama.

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  2. I love that hoodie! SO CUTE!! :)

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  3. He looks like such a little man!!! LOVE the hoodie:)

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  4. Oh so sweet!! Glad to hear he gained weight. You sounded relieved! :) hope u start feeling better soon!

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  5. I hope you two get to feeling better soon! I caught Reagan's cold too :( stupid daycare!

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  6. I love that pic of himself in the bumbo....he looks so old! Kaden is a little sick too...poor boys. Are you trying to do nothing to help him sleep longer through the night? How much does he eat when he wakes? Just wondering because K is waking up about every 3 hours still.

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  7. That picture of the puppy licking his hand is priceless. So heartwarming

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  8. What a cutie! Love that hoodie too! :)

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  9. Feel better soon! I love how sweet your animals are to Ethan. We have a yellow lab we love dearly and are hoping for an easy transition when we bring our baby boy home in April :) Love his little hoodie! What a sweetheart.

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  10. Sorry you are under the weather. He has the most beautiful brown eyes!

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  11. Beautifull Pictures,he is so cute
    xox
    Lulu

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  12. You have THE cutest family! Hope you start to feel better soon! :)

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  13. Such a lovebug. I love watching him grow in these posts.

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  14. Yay baby Ethan! I am glad to hear he is doing great and that hoodie is adorable on him!

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  15. lol Adam has picked out one thing on his own for Matthew without my help & it's a navy blue bear eared jacket from gap that is 9 months so he doesn't fit yet but this one looks just like it!! I saw your hubby had on under armour, did you know they had it for babies too I got a bunch of them at TJ maxx the other day only 14$ for each outfit :)!! They could match!!

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  16. These pictures are so precious! Love that little hoodie with the ears!

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  17. Such a sweetie pie!! Hope y'all feel better soon! We've got the yuck too, no fun!

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  18. What a cute lil munchkin! I hope you feel better soon. Being sick and taking care of others is the worst... ! And I hope he feels better soon too of course.

    -Tara

    http://madmaxandfamily.blogspot.com

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  19. Such an adorable and healthy baby :) Love that photo with your pup! too cute!

    xx
    leslie

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  20. Hooray for little man gaining weight!! I knew it was just a matter of time : ) LOVE the puppy + cat love going on... reminds me of Tucker and H. Babies and dog love is the best!

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