Two Months Old

Dear Parker,
Today you are TWO months old. Mommy cannot believe it. You are growing and changing so much everyday. Daddy and I are loving every second we have with you. We are so blessed to have such an awesome little guy in our lives. You bring us so much joy. What did we ever do before you? We thank God everyday for blessing us with such a healthy, happy baby. Here are some things you've accomplished this month:

• You pay more attention to the world around you. Noticing EVERYTHING!
• You are now holding your head up more steadily and for longer periods of time.
• You can follow objects or people with real concentration.
• You recognize certain people's voices and will turn your head to see them.
• You squeal when you get really excited.
• Your smile brightens up the whole room.
• During your "playtime", you like to talk and coo. You are getting out some really good coos lately.
• You try to mimic certain sounds that we make.
• When we sing to you, you coo back.
• You are discovering your hands and have great control of them. You will suck your fingers and rub your nose or eyes.
• You are learning to control your arms and legs by kicking and grabbing at toys or people.
• You straighten your legs and try to stand up when we hold you on our laps. (Mommy doesn't want you to grow up so fast!)

Here are some things you enjoy doing lately:

• Taking walks. The ride in your stroller usually puts you right to sleep.
• Getting out of the house to see things. You are definitely a people person.
• Swinging in your baby swing.
• EATING! You are a growing boy. Still every 3 hours.
• SLEEPING! You sleep from 9pm until 3am at night. And from 3am until 6am.
• Hanging out with Daddy! You are an early bird like your Daddy. When you wake up after your last feeding, Daddy gets up and plays with you so Mommy can get some extra sleep. We ♥ you Daddy!

WE LOVE YOU LITTLE MAN! May you continue to grow happily and healthily!