Sorry, this is a little late but I best write some things down before I forget!
It feels like not much has changed in a month, but at the same time that he is changing everyday. I can't totally put it into words, but he is really understanding so much more now.
Eating:
Patrick is a good eater. He eats most everything we put in front of him, but clearly has his favorites.
Mac and Cheese
Noodles
Grilled Cheese
Pancakes
Waffles
He now has a fork or spoon in his hand the entire time he is eating. He doesn't quite understand how to use it yet, but definately tries. He stabs at his food with the fork and tries to scoop things up with his spoon. At Tiffany's he sits at a table and eats with a plate, at home he takes that same plate and turns it upside down on his tray. We have eaten outdoors for some meals at his picnic table and he does better there with a plate or bowl.
Sleeping:
This is a constant evolution. He is still waking 2-4x's per night to nurse. He does have a lot more times though of falling back to sleep without nursing which is encouraging. He typically comes into our bed after waking the 1st time and spends the rest of the night there. Going to sleep is easier. We typically rock him to sleep and then place him in his crib. There are times though that he has needed to put himself to sleep in the crib. Those nights we let him cry 10-15min to see if he can put himself down, if not we try to rock him again. He is still trying to switch between 1 and 2 naps a day. Typically it is just one 1.5 hour nap on the weekends. During the week he will now sleep on a cot by himself. I think Tiffany gives him something special at her house for how easy he is there.
Playing:
Patrick loves anything he can push. His favorite lately is a toy lawn mower. He'll push that thing around all day if we let him. If we are out and about he just scopes out the place for something new to push. He isn't really into toys much. He likes a little magnet toy we have and will dance when it sings. Other favorites are still pots and pans. Patrick is starting to really play with his friends. He is such a sweet boy when he interacts with other kids. If they want a toy of his, he is usually disappointed but then finds something else to entertain him. He doesn't seem to want what others have very often. He really does have a sweet demeanor but can have his feeling hurt easily.
New Tricks:
Patrick is getting really good at running now and very steady on his feet. He will still turn around to go down the stairs but if you are around he'll try it out the big kid way. Makes us nervous, but he is learning. Patrick likes to play peek a boo but will only play when he initiats it not when we do. That's his little independent spirit coming through. He has been "talking" more but we aren't always sure what it is that he means. Dada and Kitty are the only really clear words so far. He has started throwing more temper tantrums lately when we take him away from something he wants. He is getting good at throwing back his head and making a big show of it all. These can really wear on a parent after a long day. We are trying to take it all in stride though.
Well, sorry this is so late, but enjoy anyway!
P was such a gem and just hung out on my lap most of the time.
