One Month

Happy faces at one month!

At one month old Annabelle was full of faces.

The smiles started for Dad at 3 weeks and for Mama just the next day after that.

The first month included lots of late nights, early mornings and fussy late afternoons.

We realized that her upset tummy was causing such discomfort that I started giving up dairy, chocolate, and caffeine. After some time of this it was easier to decipher what food was causing the issues and this led to a much happier baby.

At 4 weeks Annabelle was:

-Enjoying 8 feedings a day, about every 2.5 - 3 hours

-Most feedings included an extra bit of bottled breast milk, as her hour long feedings sessions were making her too exhausted to continue for a full feeding.

-Having special time with Dad for her late night feeding with bottled breast milk

-Sleeping in bed with mama and dad, as it became very clear by 4 weeks that she does not like her cradle

-Grunting and crying were her only sounds at this time. Grunting was all day and night, during sleep, while stretching, and while eating.

-Long term napping occurred only when she was propped up at an angle. As much as we protested this, when we realized it was due to her tummy it was easier to let it happen on occasion. She would sleep in her car seat, infant seat, or boppy pillow.

-Was instantly calmed by the sound of running water

The first month went by so fast. We had so much help from both sets of Grandparents. Much needed lunches and prepared dinners were delivered and enjoyed by two sleepy parents. Thanks to all of our support we were able to stay somewhat alert and comfortable during the first month.