Cooper Marshall is 1 month today!!! :)

Stat: We go to the dr today!! But he's been gaining well and is a breastfeeding champ!

Schedule: There is no kind of schedule. There is too much going on to even think about that. Everyday is different with dr appointments and Chris...it's a little crazy! He's awake when he wants to be and napping when someone is holding him or sleeping by daddy.

Eating: This time around is so much better. I had a few weeks of hurting, but it's so much better. I'm thankful I didn't start pumping like I did with Owen. Cooper has a great latch and has been a great nurser from the beginning. I'm so thankful. Only problem is sometimes my letdown is a little too much, but he is getting better. He is pretty much nursing around the clock...sometimes every two hours...sometimes every hour. I'm trying to nurse by demand...and he is pretty demanding. 

Sleeping: He is getting somewhat better at night...the first few weeks he was awake more at night. He is starting to be awake more during the day...Owen is always happy when his eyes are open. Night times are rough...I get somewhat of a break with Mama here. He is sleeping with us on the couch. He makes a lot of noises at night and is not a very deep sleeper. 

Diapers: We are going through them like crazy. He is peeing all over the place and pooping almost every change!! Oh breastfeeding poop!! :)

Clothing: Newborn only lasted the first two weeks and he is in 0-3 months. 

Cooper Marshall, the things I want to remember about you...

I love when you smile or laugh in your sleep.

I'm really enjoying nursing this time around. It's our time together.

Owen is the best big brother and always gives you hugs and kisses and says how cute you are.

Daddy loves spending time with you...you love to nap with daddy. Daddy has also helped me a couple of times when you are crying and I'm trying to cook dinner and help your brother. Daddy will hold you and you stop crying. He loves you so much.

Memaw has pretty much lived with us since you were born. I'm so thankful for her help!! It's a hard time for your family, but it's going to get so much better.

You are a pretty easy baby, just all your funny noises at night.

You gained 12 oz your first week at home, and the next week a pound.  :)

Cooper,

We love you so much! I'm so thankful you are here!!

Love, Mommy