Well, we have survived the first 2 weeks. Besides a little sleep deprivation and a whole lot of laundry, we are doing really well. My recovery is great, Max is an amazing baby, and we've been enjoying our time together as a family. Benj has been able to take the week off, plus I've had some amazing help from my parents as well as Benj's mom.
Speaking of help, here are my two amazing parents right before they left to go back to Idaho. They were so helpful and it was hard to say goodbye!
Benj's sister and family came to meet Max too.
3 days old
Max has gotten a lot of love from Logan and Norah. They have truly been great with him. I received the best advice. My mom told me to let the older kids feel like they are helping with the baby. My mother-in-law told me to spend some quality time with each child. Both bits of wisdom have helped a lot with this transition.
Love this picture.
Maxwell at 1 week old. His daddy picked out the onesie, can you tell?
I love these sweet moments.
Today was my big boy's 2 week check-up. He did great. He now weighs 10 lbs 1 oz so he's growing like a champ. The doctor told me he looks like a 2 month old. She also thought Max's dimple was really cute. That'll be easier to capture when we start getting some smiles!
I had to do a side-by-side of my two boys, both at 2 weeks at the doctor's office. They are definitely brothers.
Things we've learned about Max so far:
-loves to be swaddled and held
-almost always waits for his diaper to be off before doing his business - seriously so much laundry
-usually sleeps in 4-hour increments at night
-sometimes is gassy, which has caused me to cut out some dairy and chocolate in my diet
-sometimes hums/sighs in his sleep
-turns his head when he hears my voice
-sounds like a pterodactyl when he cries
-head is a little lopsided from the vacuum. It should even out over the next couple months
-is super strong
-often kicks and wiggles out of his blankets
-never wore newborn clothes and fits most of his 3 month clothing
Happy 2 weeks Maxwell!
