Dear Baby D: One Month Update

Dear Baby D,

It’s funny; I never knew you were written in the stars for me. When the pregnancy test came back positive, I looked at your dad in awe and exclaimed, “how could this be?” Your entrance into the world took the entire family by surprise, although we soon knew that you were a huge blessing from heaven.

When we found out you were a boy, everyone was elated especially your dad. After two beautiful daughters I think he secretly wished for you, although neither of us were aware of this hidden desire of the heart.

Then I saw you for the first time and thought Oh there you are. 

It’s as if I always knew you, as if we were designed to be together in this world even before this lifetime. It wasn’t a surprise like I had originally thought. Instead it was a long overdue greeting, a familiar hello of two conjoined hearts.

It’s as if I always knew you, as if we were designed to be together in this world even before this lifetime. It wasn’t a surprise like I had originally thought. Instead it was a long overdue greeting, a familiar hello of two conjoined hearts.

Often things don’t make sense until that moment- that very moment when all that is tangled and intricate unravels, when the universe clicks into place in an instant.

Your birth was just that for me.

Here are some photos, most of which are taken by me. Your first month passed by so fast in a sleepless but blissful blur. I was still recovering from childbirth so I was only able to get what I could but I did my best, knowing your precious first month is one that I’ll cherish for a lifetime.

Happy one month baby boy. Thank you for coming into my life.

First look

First 24 hours at the hospital

First day at home

First week

 

First time sleeping in your crib

First bath with daddy

 

One month milestone mini shoot

Personalized name blanket by Hip Hip gifts + Hand knitted hat by Natalya1905 

 

Weight: 9 lbs and 22 inches at 2 week check up. You’re probably bigger now.

You are currently feeding every 3 hours and waking up at least 3 times a night. We had two outings, once to a wedding and once to Sunday lunch at week 4. You were such a good baby, sleeping most of the time and waking up once to feed. We let you sleep, eat and play on demand.

Your maternal grandpa and auntie flew in from Seattle to see you this weekend. As expected, it was love at first sight. You are such a good baby and the whole family can’t wait to watch you grow. You are so loved and your sisters love having you as their baby brother.

We’re so glad you’re here. Thank you for completing our family.