Parenthood is one part life-affirming family drama and one part horror movie. Sometimes the line between these two blurs very quickly and terrifyingly. Last night, for instance, after we had gotten home from the Valentine's Dance, I was carrying Miles when he just decided to go in for a big hug. No real reason was … Continue reading Year 2, Day 354
Tag: neck
Day 121
Miles, somehow, is four months old (!) today, and in honor of this occasion, we sent him back to the pediatrician for more shots. But let's not dwell on that -- how about some more important stats? Miles is now 13 pounds and has grown two inches since his last appointment! Despite his chunky appearance, … Continue reading Day 121
Day 79
One of the things we've been working on the most with Miles is making sure he gets plenty of tummy time. Getting some head lifting reps in each day is crucial if I ever want his neck to get swole. He's typically alternated between tummy time modes: 1) getting in about 10-15 minutes before falling … Continue reading Day 79
The Perils (& Pride) of Paternity 