19 weeks- Andrew Caleb

hello.  i'm adorable.  

Andrew is 19 weeks old today.  Babies have what's known as a 'wonder week' right around 19 weeks of age.  It's described as a time when baby becomes increasingly aware of his surroundings and his body.  It's also the time babies are said to be the fussiest, clingiest, sleep routine is off, naps are short, not eating as much, etc., etc.

For Andrew, he's definitely more fussy.  He definitely has an opinion- loudly expressed- if we put him down for any reason (diaper change, to rest our tired arms, to sit in a bouncy chair, etc.).   His volume and lung capacity- ahem- have definitely increased!  When he's upset- the neighbors know it!
 

He's very interested in spitting/blowing bubbles with his mouth, interacting with you face to face- and in close range!  (i.e. don't think you're gonna chop veggies and coo at me Mom- I need to see you close up!)

He's rolling over from tummy to back.  His move is to the left.  He's not quite as practice rolling right.  Maybe this will be a basketball move later in life??  Rolling from back to tummy is almost there- he gets stuck on one arm and can't quite make the final move.

What a blessing that this sweet boy is developing well and figuring out himself and the world around him!

He's struggling to fall asleep these days because he's rolling all over all.the.time!  :)  His naps are also shorter and sometimes, he just skips 1 or 2 altogether!  This definitely makes him sleepy and grumpy, but I know it's just a phase, so we roll with it.
  

I haven't seen a decrease in his eating- but actually an increase.  This may be because we've moved to a 4 hr feeding routine.  He's eating about 7 to 8oz per feeding!  Which makes his daily intake right around 30 oz.  I think little guy is going to soon become chunky and round!

Our schedule generally looks like this-

7am Wake/Eat
8ish Nap
11am Eat
12ish Nap
3pm Eat
4ish Nap
6:30 ish Eat
7pm Bed

in motion.
what is to come.  . . :)

Middle of the Night Wakings- OH MY- these have increased.  Sometimes, it's best not to count, because then you just want to stay in pjs all day.  While he's waking more frequently, he's easily soothed with a paci and does fall asleep quickly.  Other times, he wakes because he's flipped over and isn't comfortable.  :)  Bless him.
  

i am in love with his double chin.  and lack of a neck.
!!!!!

cutest baby ever.  

this face goes along with a high pitched squeal designed to wake his brother up
ha!

Andrew Caleb you are a delight to use every day!  We looooove you and are so proud of all the progress you're making developmentally!  It's such a privilege to be your Mommy and Daddy.  Take it easy on us tonight, okay man?  ;)