Eli is really starting to develop quite the personality!! A couple of weeks ago, he started smiling...I am talking those HUGE, open-mouthed, capture-your-heart smiles. It is just too cute!! I find myself sitting with a camera, waiting for him to wake up so I can take pictures of him grinning from ear to ear.
Such a smiley boy...
Mommy just can't get enough...
I am waiting for Eli to just sit up on his own. I know that sounds crazy since he is only 2 months old, but he does get a lot of practice posing for all of these pictures!
Look at my handsome little man! My sweet friend Shannon crocheted this adorable nautical sweater (it even has little boat buttons!) and booties he has on in this picture. She also croceted a matching hat and blanket (see below on his rocking chair). I absolutely love this little outfit!! Eli has his booties halfway kicked off in the picture...he does not like anything on his feet. haha.
Eli is starting to enjoy his toys! He likes anything that makes noise and lights up!! He especially likes this Pooh Bear his Auntie Alison gave him because Pooh makes a "jingle" noise when you shake him.
Lulu did not take Eli getting a new toy to play with very well. She took his Pooh Bear and ran off with him, but came back and dropped it next to Eli. It was almost as if she was wanting him to play with her. It was too cute!
Lulu just LOVES Eli...
I really love watching Eli grow and change. Some days I look at him and he looks so much like a mini-Charlie it is unreal!! Other days, I can't help but see myself when I look at him.
I think he has Charlie's eyes and mouth and looks just like his Daddy here...
When I look at him in this picture I think he has my cheeks and nose...
Eli is a growing boy!! He now is regularly wearing 3 month size clothing. I bought a storage tub to put his clothes in as he outgrows them. At first, I would put the storage tub back on the top shelf of his closet under some boxes after I used it. Lately it hasn't moved from the floor in the nursery because by the time I put it back in the closet, I have more clothes to put in that he has outgrown. haha.
Auntie Courtney bought Eli this 3 month size "Super Duper" tee shirt. I caught him mid-sneeze when taking the pic...
Yes, Eli is growing, growing, growing!! Do you remember the comparison photos I took of Eli when he was 1 month old?
Eli with Mr. Bear at 1 month old...
Eli with Mr. Bear at 2 months old...
I also am taking monthly photos of Eli in the rocking chair in his nursery to compare each month.
Eli in his chair at 1 month old... (remember how upset he was with me in this picture? haha)
Eli in his chair at 2 months old...
Eli is also "talking" quite a bit...We have no idea what he is saying, but he sure does have a lot to share!! He likes to make loud noises because he likes the sound of his voice. He also figured out how to make a "brrr" sound with his lips. He will make his "brrr" sound and just smile and smile.
Eli now reaches for things he sees...his mobile on his swing, the animals hanging on his bouncy chair, toys you hold in front of him... it's really neat to see how his gross motor skills are already starting to develop!
Charlie is determined to teach Eli how to "high five." It is kind of funny because Eli DOES reach out to touch Charlie's hand.
Eli "high-fiving" Daddy...
We have also been having "Tummy Time" every day. This will help Eli get used to being on his stomach. Eventually, he will start to push himself up. Eli doesn't seem to mind being on his tummy...he doesn't get upset, so that is a good thing! :)
Eli will push his legs and stick his bottom up when he is on his tummy...
Love that precious little face...
Maybe he is starting to enjoy being on his tummy...
The smile says it all! :)
Eli is a VERY good sleeper!! He takes after his Daddy and can sleep through anything. He now takes two solid naps during the day. He will sleep anywhere between the hours of 11am and 3pm for 2 to 3 hours. He will take another nap from 5pm until about 7pm. I think he does this so he can be well rested for when his Daddy gets home. :) At first I was nervous about Eli wanting to nap during the evening, but he still has no problem going to sleep at night. In fact, (drumroll please...) he will now sleep 6 to 6 1/2 hours straight during the night!!!
One of my favorite things to do is watching Eli sleep. I love watching his little expressions and wonder what he is dreaming about. When Eli is in a very deep slumber, he laughs and smiles. He will cut his eyes to one side and he will laugh while he is sleeping. It is the cutest thing ever!! I knew you would all think I was being silly telling you about that, so I GOT IT ON VIDEO!!!
Monday was Eli's 2 month appointment with his pediatrician. He is in wonderful health! Eli weighed 13lbs 2 1/2oz and measured 23 1/4in long!! He is a growing boy!!
He also had his 2 month shots. His shots consisted of 5 different ones, one of which is to prevent Eli from getting Pneumonia, so that is good. Luckily, they now have combined shots, so he actually only received two (as opposed to five). The nurse gave him one shot in each of his little leggies. I was hoping since he has a little extra chunk on his legs maybe his shots wouldn't hurt as much? The nurse gave him the first shot and Eli looked at me, stuck his lip out and yelled, "Wah! Wah, wah, ahhh!" It was as if he was mad at Mommy and he was telling her just how unhappy he was. Poor baby :(
Here are some of the things Eli is doing at 2 months old:
*He is smiling A LOT, especially when he recognizes voices.
*He is eating 7-8 ounces per feeding.
*Eli will now sleep for a good solid 6 to 6 1/2 hours at night!
*He KNOWS when we put his bib on it is time to eat! As soon as the bib is on, the crying stops and he is all smiles. :)
*He likes to "hum" when I burp him because he likes the vibrating sound of his voice.
*His legs are getting strong! He likes to push up against me and tries to climb over when I have him resting on my shoulder.
*He LOVES hair! I am always pulling mine out of his fingers and he has a VERY strong grip.
*He is really starting to take notice in his surroundings and will reach for things.
*He is starting to enjoy the mobile on his swing, the animals on his bounce chair, the chimes on his car seat. He really likes looking at these things and "talks" to them.
*Eli went from sleeping majority of the day to taking 2 solid naps. He will take an afternoon nap and an early evening nap. He will then stay awake until about 9 or 10pm.
*He can hold his head up pretty well! Pretty soon he will be able to keep his head up. :)
We LOVE our precious 2 MONTH OLD baby boy!
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