The Flip

Dexter has been flipping himself over to his back during tummy time for the past month but finally we were able to capture it on video this morning!

I Jinxed It!

As soon as I brag about getting five and half hours of sleep, Dexter made sure I didn't get too used to it. Last night he and I were up every two and half hours. I'm exhausted.

Mister Mercurial

I swear to God he was all giggles while the camera was focusing...

Motherhood Sleeping

Despite the fact that Dexter was down from 11pm until 5:30am (I woke up thinking I slept through the 3 am feeding!), I am still not getting more than about 4 hours of sleep at a stretch (although I am praying that Dexter continues on his recent longer sleeping schedule). I also sleep much more lightly than ever before, stirring whenever I hear a grunt, snort, or giggle from the little one in the basket next to our bed. Friends and family who are parents say this is a lifelong change. Still, it's much better than when I was pregnant and had to get up every couple of hours to empty a few unsatisfying dribbles from my bladder. Also, as an added bonus...I fall asleep as soon as my head hits the pillow! For someone who has suffered from the "I can't stop thinking long enough to fall asleep" syndrome most of my life, this is a blessing!

Let It Snow

It's been a cold and snowy winter in Chicago. Despite some really adorable winter outfits, it's been too cold to take Dexter out (we may make a family trip out next week). But My Bologna is loving the snow! He loves to help Ben shovel.

Gravity Sucks

Dexter's first lesson in gravity...

Are You My Mommy?

Dexter seems to have confused the pillow in his swing for my breast. Luckily, I keep a close eye on him and can offer the real thing when he starts this.