2 months old

2 month check up…

Graycen turns 2 months old!!!  I know I keep saying/writing, “I can’t believe it’s been ____ weeks/months,” but, I really can’t believe it has already been two months. 

We had our two month check up with the doctor this week.  Thankfully, Graycen seems to be back to “normal” and her bilirubin/jaundice levels are now within the normal range.  Her stretched out/tight clothes are proof of the weight and length that Graycen has gained in the last few weeks.  Here are her 2 month stats:

·         Weight – 9lbs 8 oz (25^th percentile)

      ·         Height – 21 inches (11^th percentile)
      ·         Head circumference – 14.25 inches (5^th percentile)

After the “good news,” Graycen had to have 3 vaccinations – this was a horrible moment for both of us, but the nurse was quick and I was able to snuggle her right away, which helped calm both of us down.  She seemed to recover after a few minutes and once we were back in the car she was fast asleep and remained that way for the rest of the afternoon.

Although, I am sad that our tiny baby isn’t so tiny any more, I’m so excited to watch her grow and reach the different milestones. 

·         She is starting to smile at us, intentionally, not just when she is gassy or dreaming.  One of my favorite “things” is to go get her from her crib in the morning – she gets a HUGE grin on her face when I lean into the crib and greet her.

·         This week, Graycen has started to sleep 8 hours at night.  I wasn’t expecting this change and it has taken me several nights to adjust and not constantly get out of bed to check on her.

·         She is also starting to enjoy her activity mat – batting at the toys, cooing, kicking her legs.