Joaquin is 2 weeks old

Joaquin turned 2 weeks old on Thursday and had his first doctor's appointment on Friday. He now weighs 8 lbs., but it doesn't appear that he's grown much...maybe 1/4 inch, but it was hard to tell because he was so squirmy. He is a little below average for height and weight for boys his age, but the doctor said he looked perfect. Great pediatrician, she is definitely a keeper.

We are noticing that he is staying awake more and exploring more. There was a mirror on the exam table and he really liked looking at himself. He also likes watching our ceiling fans. He is also smiling more, but we can't seem to make him smile with any of the cheek-stroking tricks.

I am amazed at how much of a little boy he looks like. His looks change daily and he definitely looks like a little boy rather than just a baby.

Gideon returns to work tomorrow and he is sad to go. I am sad to see him go as I am pretty chained to the couch for most of the day nursing. I am so grateful nursing is going so well, but he wants to eat for the majority of the day light hours, which makes doing anything around the house (or getting dressed, eating, etc.) difficult. Luckily, Joaquin and I are late risers, so I'm hoping we won't have to be alone too long on most days!