One Month

Daughter of Mine,

Where does the time go? I can NOT believe you are already a month old.  Though the days are a blur, I have to take the time to jot some things down now, while they are still fresh and clear in my mind, because this time is fleeting and precious and you are changing every single day

Parental Pride - I'm sure this is the same for all parents, but your dad and I are SO incredibly proud of you.  Everywhere we go, when people stop to look at you, we can't help but puff our chests out a bit, and smile like fools.  You are by far the most beautiful baby girl I have ever seen, and we are enthralled with your big blue eyes and your cleft chin, and your gorgeous long nails.   We applaud your burps and cheer about your poops.

Coos and Cries and the In-Betweens - This month you communicate with us through a series of different cries, and the occasional coos.  At first, they all sounded the same to me, but through trial and error, I have learned to distinguish between them.  Now I know the difference between "I'm hungry, feed me" "I have serious gas" and "I'm wet, change me".  You are starting to coo more and more.  I don't know if you do it deliberately yet, but it's still pretty cute either way.

Big and Strong- Both doctor's that have seen you so far have commented on how strong you are for a newborn.  You can lift your head up and turn it from side to side during tummy time.  You have a healthy pair of lungs on you too.  Every day you get a little bit bigger.  You have new rolls on your arms and legs, and you no longer fit into your newborn onesies.  Even your face has changed!

Hard Yakka - I've heard people say motherhood is the hardest job there is.  It is certainly the most intense one I have ever had! You are my first and only priority 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  But this month has been the most rewarding of my life.  When I look at your peaceful face as you are sleeping, or when I comfort you when you cry, I feel like I am accomplishing something tangible and important.  You are our Mia, our pumpkin, our fuss-a-muss, our monkey, our world.  Happy one month darling.
Love,
Mom