Life certainly is entertaining as we adjust to being a family of four. Andrew had his very first doctor's appointment on Friday, June 1 to check weight gain. Unfortunately he only weighed in at 6 lbs 14 oz so we go back again for a repeat weight check this Monday. The doctor did explain that this is normal, however, so I am not worried just yet.
Andrew has spent a majority of the past 11 days sleeping, eating, pooping and repeating it all 24 hours a day. He eats every 2-4 hours around the clock and usually falls asleep immediately after eating.
Ethan continues to struggle in the middle of the night and usually wakes up 1-2 times each night. He's recently given us trouble falling asleep at night and throws the world's worst tantrums just when we're needing rest the most. We've tried everything to get Ethan to return to his wonderful sleep habits but we're having no luck so far.
On a positive note, Ethan seems to be absolutely enamored by his little baby brother. The first thing Ethan does each morning is ask to see "baby brother." Ethan is constantly hugging and kissing on Andrew and wanting to be around him. We are constantly reminding Ethan to be gentle so the poor little guy doesn't get a flying foot to the face!
Chris and I are exhausted and dream about the day we'll get a small nap or, even better, a full night's sleep. Chris returns to work next week and I'll be on my own most days (when Ethan's not at the sitter's.) I am a bit nervous about how I'll juggle two kids needing my attention NOW rather than in a few minutes. I am so grateful Ethan will continue going to the sitter a few days.
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