I heard about second child syndrome before I had one (you know, where the second child doesn't get all the same love, attention and fanfare that the first child did?), but didn't believe it. I'm a second child after all, and haven't experienced such a thing!
It exists.
Case in point: My monthly updates, which I did religiously for Liam, both while in utero and out, have ceased to exist. #momfail.
But, my philosophy in life has always been better late than never, so here's some highlights of Connor over the past few months. In short: He's perfection.
Stats
Despite being born 4 weeks early, Connor has been a big boy since day one. He weighed 7lbs, 4 oz at birth and was 20 inches long. At one month, he weighed 9lbs, 8oz and was 21 inches long. At two months, he clocked in at 13.66 lbs and 23.25 inches long, and at 3 months, 14.69lbs and 24 inches long. He's a super chunk with cheeks for days, and I could eat him up!
His hair is brown and really starting to grow more and more. He wasn't born with as much hair as Liam, or as dark. After losing some hair, it's starting to fill in more! I'm worried about flat head!
Likes
Disikes
Honestly, like Liam, Connor is super chill and there's not much he doesn't like. If I had so say anything, it's being overstimulated or overtired, and tummy time. Definitely doesn't like that.
Sleeping
Like a rockstar, praise the Lord! We recently moved Connor from sleeping in a rock 'n play next to our bed to sleeping in his crib in his own room. He sleeps 11-12 hours a night, usually going down between 7-8pm and waking up usually 6-7am. He takes 3 solid naps during the day, and sometimes has a little catnap in the early evening. As we approach 4 months, I'm DREADING the sleep regression and hoping it never comes! (knock on wood)
Eating
I'm still nursing and pumping exclusively, which is working great so far! He eats about every 3-4 hours still, 4-6oz when taking a bottle, and about 30 minutes when nursing. Chow hound!
Milestones
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It exists.
Case in point: My monthly updates, which I did religiously for Liam, both while in utero and out, have ceased to exist. #momfail.
But, my philosophy in life has always been better late than never, so here's some highlights of Connor over the past few months. In short: He's perfection.
Stats
Despite being born 4 weeks early, Connor has been a big boy since day one. He weighed 7lbs, 4 oz at birth and was 20 inches long. At one month, he weighed 9lbs, 8oz and was 21 inches long. At two months, he clocked in at 13.66 lbs and 23.25 inches long, and at 3 months, 14.69lbs and 24 inches long. He's a super chunk with cheeks for days, and I could eat him up!
Eyes & Hair
Still developing, but there is a good chance they'll be brown. For now, they are looking hazelish, and are big and beautiful! His left eye has had a blocked tear duct since birth that I'm hoping clears up soon!
Likes
- His hands, especially his fist. He frequently shoves the whole thing into his mouth
- Kicking, especially on his piano mat
- Talking...he'll sit and coo forever.
- Jumping and standing on our legs, or any hard surface.
- Bathtime
- Eating
- Snuggles...he is my snuggly boy
- Butt pats
- Sticking his tongue out
- Smiling and playing with his brother
Honestly, like Liam, Connor is super chill and there's not much he doesn't like. If I had so say anything, it's being overstimulated or overtired, and tummy time. Definitely doesn't like that.
Sleeping
Like a rockstar, praise the Lord! We recently moved Connor from sleeping in a rock 'n play next to our bed to sleeping in his crib in his own room. He sleeps 11-12 hours a night, usually going down between 7-8pm and waking up usually 6-7am. He takes 3 solid naps during the day, and sometimes has a little catnap in the early evening. As we approach 4 months, I'm DREADING the sleep regression and hoping it never comes! (knock on wood)
Eating
I'm still nursing and pumping exclusively, which is working great so far! He eats about every 3-4 hours still, 4-6oz when taking a bottle, and about 30 minutes when nursing. Chow hound!
Milestones
- Incredible head/neck and leg strength. He can hold his his head pretty steady, but still gets wobbly from time to time. We're still working on lifting his head up when he's on his belly, but he does a good job when he's on our chests and holding his head up.
- He can "stand" on our legs for long periods of time.
- Grasping and gripping toys
- Tracking with his eyes
- Smiling and cooing
- Sitting up with support (like a bumbo or sit me up, and sometimes a little pillow behind the head
- Sleeping all night
Connor is such an easy baby. I love watching him grow and engage. He's the perfect addition to our family and I love him so much!
