Two Weeks With Zoey Kate

It’s crazy how quickly two weeks can fly by. Especially when you are figuring out how to cope with one third the sleep you’re used to, learning the difference in your newborn’s cries, and trying to wrangle in a new emotion pretty much every second. Although today, as the Hubs has returned to work after two wonderful weeks off, I’m feeling pretty content. Which is a little surprising to me. I’ll admit, I was a little nervous this morning as he walked out the door. Would I be able to handle this kid without him? Turns out, I can. And we even made it to the pediatrician and back in one piece. Of course, Zoey slept the entire time, which was helpful!

This time two weeks ago, we were sitting in the hospital, hovering between sleep, staring at our peanut, and wolfing Subway. We’ve come a long way! Today, Zoey had her two-week check up. She’s put on almost half a pound from her birth weight, thanks to her champion eating skills (just ask my sore boobies about that!), though she’s still swimming in her clothes. You can tell by her two week picture that most 0-3 month items are a bit on the big side. We have a few Newborn-sized outfits, but are hesitant to buy more. She’s such a skinny widget, but how much longer will she be “newborn”?

Some things we’ve learned about Zoey in the last two weeks:

• She loves staring out the windows when they are open, but will settle for watching the ceiling fan spin if the blinds are closed.
• She really, really hates having her diaper changed and will usually stop fussing as soon as she’s dressed again.
• She sneezes. . .a lot! Sometimes 4 or 5 times in a row.  
• She makes what we call "Ewok" sounds in her sleep. Little squeaks and moans that may be the cutest sounds ever!
• She’s not a fan of being swaddled, at least her arms aren’t. They’re always busting out.
• She also isn’t crazy about sleeping in her crib or in the pack n play. Is it something about the openness of those places?
• She much prefers sleeping in our arms, or in her bouncer.
• And although she seems to enjoy the music that the bouncer plays, she’s not quite sure what to make of the vibration feature.

And now for some more Zoey love:

First time in her play gym from Uncle Mike! 

Aren't baby feet the best?!