Eating more and sleeping more

He's been eating a lot of milk, so much so that we had to pull some out of the deep freezer. He is sleeping anywhere from 6-8 hours a night, and wakes up one happy little boy!
I am happy to report that his little girlfriend Elly, is doing great and gaining weight. (Picture below)

Carter has his monthly early intervention appointment on Monday. The therapist will be here to evaluate where he's at.

Happy Little Guy

Carter has been all smiles lately! He loves looking at his hands these days. He most recently found his tongue and has been "chewing" on it and is drooling everywhere! We had a halloween costume picked out that I was going to make but unfortunately I couldn't find the right color yarn I'm time. We have found a replacement costume and it's going to be great!! Holidays are so much better when you have children!!!!!!
I am so happy to report that Carter's girlfriend Elly is healthy. happy and growing. I'm attaching a picture of her. Sounds like they will be reunited in the near future!!!! :)

Growing up

Carter slept 8 hours Friday night and 7 Saturday night! He is batting at his toys and cooing a lot! He is very responsive these days.
He enjoyed FaceTime with his Gram, Grandpap an Great Grandpap. He had so much fun he fell asleep after a while.
He is the sweetest little boy. His voice is so very cute, and that smile..... It's to die for!

Finally an update

I apologize for the lack of updates. Working and being a mom takes up all my time.
Carter's fluid is GONE!! Yay! It seems that he has found his hands! He is so funny he will make a fist with his thumb between his pointer and middle finger and just stare at it. He moves his arms a lot resulting in him hitting himself in the face. :) He is getting big! I am packing up newborn clothes. Part of me is beyond happy that he is so big, but the other part of me is sad that he's getting so big. He truly is the best thing that has ever come into our lives. He is absolutely amazing!
Enjoy the pictures.
Thank you for following even when it's not updated daily, I appreciate it!
Today he saw snow for the 1st time!!

Snoring...

That's what he's doing right now as I write this. Louder than his mother or I snore, or it seems. He had a good day today full of big bottles and long naps and is getting some well deserved rest.

As he sits in his new favorite position - facing outward instead of looking directly at whomever is holding him - he seems to be learning from the curiosity that this position offers. He is not only discovering new things, but he is discovering how to focus on them and oftentimes bat his hands at them. It is truly a joy to watch him develop and learn everyday.

Nick

Busy start to the week

It's been busy once again. Carter is doing great though. He is smiley and active! The only new news is that the fluid on his head is just about gone. There is just a teeny tiny bit left! :)

Sorry for the short post.

Visit to the NICU

We went to visit Carter's favorite nurse, Brigid! It strangely felt like home. It SA great to see all the nurses light up when they saw him. We had a great weekend with lots of visitors.

Today my little guy is 5 months! There are no words to express the love I have for him! He sure is something special. I'm obviously in love!