Trick or Treat?

Addison invited Collin to go trick-or-treating in her neighborhood today. Since it was 85 degrees outside when we got there, Collin only wore the hat of his pumpkin costume (it was made of flannel). To look a little more dressed in costume, he wore a "boo" bib his Mimi got him recently. We made it about 15 minutes around the block before Collin started to get fussy so we turned around. Imagine that, he was hungry. Addison and her parents continued to go around the block while I feed hungry Collin at her house. I thought he would last a little longer since he had just eaten 1 1/2 hours before we started trick-or-treating. He acted like he had not eaten all day. Oh well, we managed to get SOME candy for mommy before we had to turn around.

Zoo

Since the weather has been so nice lately, we went to the zoo with Kristin and Addison this morning. I am not sure how much the babies enjoyed the zoo but the mommies sure did. It was nice to get out, walk around and look at the animals. Our favorites were the meerkats and the giraffe. I will post some pictures of our visit soon.

For lunch, dad met us at Berry Hill. Addison and Collin ate and then played with each other. This was new for them because they usually lie next to each other in the Thursday class. There is not that much time for interaction and play. I think they enjoyed checking each other out.

Halloween Party

This morning during the Birth, Baby and Beyond class, Collin and his classmates got dressed up for the annual Halloween costume party. Collin wore a sleeper that had pumpkins with witch hats on it. Although most of the newborns where either crying or sleeping during the group picture, he was wide awake, cooing and smiling. Matthew was there and Collin tried to even cheer him up (not really, he just put his hand on Matthew's arm while Matthew was crying). Once I receive the pictures, I will be sure to post some to this site.

Yesterday afternoon, we met a friend for coffee and sat outside since it was so beautiful. He was really good while we were out (two of the pictures of him in his car seat are from the outing). We did have to borrow some long pants from Addison because we don't have any in newborn size. He has PLENTY in the 3-6 and 6-9 month sizes. He is getting bigger (10 lbs and 4.8 oz today) but not big enough for the next size.

Collin continues to be fussy at night between 5pm and 9pm. The pediatrician suggested Gripe Water which I have used the last 2 nights. This seems to help but only temporarily. He does still sleep through the night (for at least 5 - 6 hours which is good for 9 weeks old from what I understand).

Mommy's Work

Collin went to my work today so I could show him off. He did really well and was awake most of the time we were there. I was there longer than expected so he let me know he was hungry a little before 3pm....right on time as usual lately. That was the only time he was a little fussy. During the time he was awake, he was very playful and flirting with the ladies. That will probably not change when he gets older either...hahaha. He is a charmer like his dad. He was a hit at the office, of course.

Dad's Birthday

Today is dad's birthday....yep, all day. Collin greeted him in bed this morning (with the help from his mommy) to wish him a Happy Birthday and to watch him open his present. After Dad left for work, I helped Collin make a birthday cake to bring to dad's work later today. While at the bike shop later that morning, Collin laid around in his pack 'n play while I worked a little. He was still a little fussy from his shots yesterday but otherwise did really good. We went to lunch with dad and then showed him the surprise birthday cake. He was surprised and loved that we brought it. Dad loves sweets.....especially chocolate!

After I finished working at the shop, we met Maria and Collin's new bud, Matthew, at a local coffee shop for a little over an hour. It was fun to catch up with both of them at to see how much Matthew had grown. Collin is the same length as Matthew now but still weighs less. That's my Munchkin!

Two Month Check Up

Collin had his 2 month check up today and did great! He weighs 9lbs and 15 oz which means he has gained an ounce a day since his last appointment. The doctor was really happy with this weight gain. This still puts him at 25% of his age group. He is 22 inches long which is also 25% of his age group. His head circumference is now 15 1/2 inches which is 50%. This is up 10% from his 4 week appointment. We know he gets his big head from his dad...haha. This was also shot time and I am glad his dad was with me today. Collin had to have 4 shots that had 2 inch needles. He did cry when he first got the shots but dad was able to calm him down. I was proud of myself because I did not cry when I heard Collin crying.

Walk Along The Beach

This afternoon, we took Collin and walked along the beach. Dad had him in an infant carrier and Collin was facing his chest. He loved to hear the ocean and be against his Dad. It relaxed him so much that he fell asleep.

Road Trip

Collin took his first road trip yesterday and did so good. He slept most of the 4 hour trip except after we stopped so he could eat. We plan to be here for a few days to spend some much needed quality family time.

He weighs about 9lbs and 9 ounces now...getter bigger at least.

Wedding

Last night, Collin attended his first wedding. He, of course, was a hit besides the beautiful bride, my sister. He wore a snazzy outfit friends of ours gave him and got so many compliments on it. He slept through the wedding ceremony in Chris' arms and was really well behaved at the reception. He got to "met" several of his cousins, his other great grandma, and....his other grandfather. Yes, for those of you that know of the relationship with my dad, I walked up to him last night and asked if he wanted to meet his grandson. He did (who could not resist Collin) and he held him for at least 20 minutes. If it were not for the music playing in the background, I am sure you would have been able to hear a pin drop since it felt like all eyes were on us.

Despite being overstimulated at the wedding last night, Collin did really well early this morning. He got up at 2:30am and then not again until 6:45am. He is still hungry every 2 hours so I don't think we are through his growth spurt just yet. I have not weighed him this morning, but he weighed 9 lbs and 7 oz yesterday when I weighed him after his bath.

6 Week Growth Spurt

I am happy to report that Collin is not only eating but he is in the middle of his 6 week growth spurt. Figures that a baby that shows up ON his due date would start his growth spurt the day he turned 6 weeks (yep, he has been doing this since Monday). He wants to eat every 2 - 3 hours and let's me know exactly when it is time. He can be sleeping one minutes and then crying 5 minutes later because it has been 2 or 3 hours since he ate last. This does include the early morning hours...again. So much for sleeping through the night like he was last week.

He weighed 9 lbs and 2.4 oz. yesterday and weighed 9 lbs and 4.5 oz today. He should be gaining at least 1/2 an ounce right now and is already gaining almost 2 ounces in ONE day. Let's see if he keeps this up. I bet he is trying to catch up to Matthew since he heard some of us talking about how small he looked next to him. :)

Doing Great!

Sorry for not posting the past few days...Internet issues. We are back online and I am happy to report that Collin is doing really well. He is about 9lbs now (I did not get a chance to weigh him today) and he is eating at least 2 ounces or more from me when he nurses. This is an improvement from .5 ounces just 2 weeks ago. It must have been the thrush that bothered him and the insides of his mouth for him to not eat as well. He is SO much happier now that he is getting enough to eat.

He still does not like "tummy time" but we try to do it at least every other day so he can build strong neck muscles. He is able to hold his head up for a long period of time when I put him on my chest to burp him. His smiles are great! I am really enjoying them...especially the dimple.