Anyways, 4 months is a fun age thus far! We're starting to see him do a lot more and be more interested in things. It blows my mind how one day he doesn't do something then the next he does! Our bodies are amazing, I tell you. I see older babies and think, 'I just can't believe he'll be able to do that one day.' Sometimes I wonder, how is he going to do that? Do I need to teach him something? How will he figure it out? But he totally just figures it out! It's so crazy! I sound like a crazy person, but I just think it's amazing witnessing him grow.
This month:
One of my favorite things ever is when he's nursing; he'll look into my eyes and we'll just look at each other and I'll talk to him and he'll stop sucking and smile at me a few times then keep eating. It's so funny and adorable, and it makes me melt.
He's working on grabbing stuff. He has a lot more control with his arms in reaching for things, but he still hasn't really figured out his hands.
He has a little gym/mat with toys that hang above him, and he loves it. You can attach diferent toys to it and he's just so entertained. Great gift by His Grandma Stratford!
He's starting to giggle! It's too much, I can't even handle it... He's giggled just 3 times so far, and Preston hasn't ever heard it. I can't wait until he gets that loud boisterous baby laugh that is super contagious.
He's a pretty good sleeper and can sleep through almost anything. For example, I turned the vacuum on and at first he was kind of startled, then he fell asleep until i turned it off again. He also still sleeps about 4-6 hours, then wakes up to eat and usually goes back to sleep for another 3 hours or so. Sometimes he has bad nights, but I guess he's entitled to a few bad nights... He's a baby after all.
He loves talking to us. He's totally cooing and just yesterday started adding a little gurgle sound to it. so cute.
He has little dagger finger nails that I hate cutting because it's so scary! They're so darn small and it hurts if you cut them too short!
I got this awesome baby carrier at a baby shower and I was so excited to use it but he just screams every time he gets in it. I'm so sad about it because it would really make it easier for me. I think he's just not used to it. He'll like it soon hopefully.. if not, I guess I could use a little arm toning anyways.
He's currently in size 1 diapers and 0-3 month, and 3 month clothes. Such a big baby! ;)
He likes to stand! His head control is getting so much better and his legs are really strong! We also sit him up against the couch and he really likes it because he can watch what we're doing.
He's starting to hate tummy time.. Seriously every time we try he just cries and seems so distressed. poor guy.. I'm sure he'll be fine but being the worrier I am, sometimes I think he'll never learn to push himself up on his arms or roll over! Not that I don't believe in him or anything, but if he hates being on his tummy how can he get practice?! Just had to get that off my chest there. whew.
He's finally officially off oxygen! Hallelujah!
We also had a great easter weekend! I'm embarrassed to say this, but I totally didn't get Carter anything from the easter bunny.. I'm probably the absolute worst mother in the world, but I just feel like it will make no difference to him and he has tons of great toys! It will be super fun to get him stuff when he starts becoming more interested.. ok I've officially been labeled as the scrooge mom... I swear I love him, and easter.. Hey, the easter bunny came for Preston!! That's pretty good right? Right?! help me out here..
On a happier note, I love easter time because it gives us an excuse to think of the Savior more! I mean, we should think of him always, but it gives us a chance to really celebrate His life and His atoning sacrifice. I know He lives! And because he lives, death has no sting! Conference today was wonderful. The spirit was so strong and I just have such a love for those men who are called of God to relay His messages. I love having the gospel in my life! It brings me more joy than I could ever imagine. He is Risen!
Happy Easter!
