Wednesday, July 8, 2015

The past 8 months

I recently lost 90% of pictures and 99% of videos taken of Theo from newborn until the present. It is heartbreaking to say the least. After losing those precious memories, I was inspired to write up a post all about my Theo in order to preserve some of his infancy. (Cue tears) I can't even, it's been two weeks and it still hurts my soul thinking of everything we lost.

Theo is pure gold! I love that boy so much. From day one he has proven himself to be a very calm and easy going baby - I really needed him in my life - he never leaves you hanging when you give him a smile, he gives them right back. His laugh is THE BEST! He does this wheezy thing where he tilts his head as far back as possible which, in turn, stretches out his vocal chords and makes him wheeze instead of laugh. Its my very favorite! He also has a very cute giggle to go along with it. He loves his big sis and wants to grab at her and whatever she's playing with, because obviously she is the coolest. He is the biggest mommas boy. He won't let me leave his sight or even set him down. I'm not going to lie, it sometimes drives me crazy. Maybe if he was my first and I could just spend all day snuggling him, I would enjoy it more. Speaking of snuggles, he has the best there are to give. He is such a snuggle bug and will lay his head right on your chest and give you all the loves. I still use a knit wrap that is mostly meant for newborns because he loves it so. He is a sweetheart! A tiny little sweetheart at that; He is in the 10th percentile which makes wearing him all that easier. He has been exclusively breast fed up until this week. I am in the process of weaning him for a few reasons. Mostly, because I am mentally spent and formula is so much easier. Selfish? Maybe. Theo is mostly a great eater. The only thing he has refused is zucchini. I would say sweet potatoes and bananas are his very favorite. He started army crawling a month ago, and is testing out the waters on all fours. When I leave the room for even a second, in hopes that he won't freak out (he always freaks out), he crawls after me in the most pathetic sad way - it's adorably annoying. I still love my clingy babe! Theo has had a bit of a rough go this past month because of our move across the country, a few weeks stay with the grandparents, and a week long trip to disney world. It's been a fun adventure for everyone, but also a sleep deprived, crazed adventure. Things are looking up though, Theo is back to getting his solid naps and sleeping through the night. It is much appreciated! I think this past month has been the hardest one yet as a mom of two, so I'm more than ecstatic we are coasting on the downhill.

To my Mr. Theo, prince of the princes, angel baby.. your momma loves you, your daddy loves you, and your big sis loves you. And don't worry I still have some pics up my sleeve.

In no particular order...