Syler: 4 weeks old

Four weeks ago today, Miguel and I became a mommy and daddy. The day that Syler was born was the absolutely best day of my life. I can not believe that Syler is 4 weeks old already. These past 4 weeks have gone by so fast. I must say it has been an amazing, amazing 4 weeks. The first 2 weeks were very emotionally provoking and a bit of a roller coaster ride, but we managed to get through it. I can tell you that the first 2 weeks while Syler was in the NICU/CCN unit, I realized that I am a much stronger person than I thought I was, and that Miguel and I are a very strong/supportive team. Even though the kids in the NICU/CCN were much sicker than Syler, it was still very difficult to see him there and to learn that he has herb palsy, sleep apnea, and breathing problems. I give great credit, admire and look up to the parents who had a child in the NICU/CCN unit while we were there. Their strength, devotion, love that I saw from some parents was unbelievable (and I internally cried for those children who never had a visitor.)

Today, we can say that Syler weights over 7 lbs. We won't know for sure until we go to the doctors on 9/15, but he has been eating really well and you can tell in his pictures that he is chubbier. Syler is also a good sleeper. Granted there have been some nights he has been fussy and not wanting to sleep, but over all he sleeps well. He loves to cuddle, and I LOVE having him lay on my chest and sleep. I cherish every minute of that time we get to spend together. It strengthens our bond as mother and son and I love that. I also love it when Syler is wide awake and just wants to hang out. He makes such cute noises and he is so active; swinging his arms and kicking his legs. Miguel and I like to say he is dancing. It is too cute!

One thing that Syler is not too thrilled about it taking a bath. He seems to not like it very much, and tends to scream the whole time. I am hoping that his dislike for baths quickly fades. I'm hoping it fades when we are able to use the baby bath tub and he will be able to sit in warm water instead of laying on a blanket or towel during bath time. He is also not a very happy camper, most of the time, when he is getting his diaper changed or we are clothing him.

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