One Month Old

This has been the most amazing, exhausting, joyous, challenging, exciting, crazy month of my life. Each day I marvel at the health and beauty of my baby boys. There have been so many obstacles that we have had to overcome but I believe that God has had his hand on these little ones. With the exception of some anemia in Alex, it appears that the effects of "Twin to Twin" are going disappear with time.

Alex has grown exceptionally well and is catching up to his brother Jordan. Alex now weighs 9 lbs.7 oz. He is pale and has a stork bite on the back of his head which helps us to differentiate between him and Jordie. Alex is feisty and extremely strong, able to hold his head up quite well for his age. He is a very noisy eater!

Jordan is weighing in at 10lbs 4.5 oz , feels solid to hold and is also extremely strong. His complection is dark and he is still slightly jaundiced. Jordan has a hearty cry and is less patient then his brother.

Both boys have flashed their first smiles and are alert when awake. They are not on a regular schedule, yet are often awake at the same time. The boys love to be held which can pose a challenge when they are both looking for this affection.

This last month has been an adjustment for everyone. The kids seem to be transitioning well and adore their brothers. Aiden loves to come up with nicknames for them and can be heard calling them, Wumpy, chubby or sweetie pie. Caileigh loves to hold them and Mikayla likes to try and sit on them.

There are times during the day that can be extremely difficult. Mornings, when everyone is awake, can be overwhelming. I have been finding it "easier" to try and get everyone out of the house during this time. We have a favorite park in town where I can park in the shade and if the boys are sleeping, they can stay in the car. When the boys are both awake and I am chasing Mikayla around, it can be interesting. I do, however, love the enjoyment of being out in the sunshine, enjoying the gorgeous ocean view and watching the kids play. Afternoons are much more relaxing with Mikayla's nap and the big kids quiet time. I use this time to catch up on household chores and enjoy a cup of coffee.

I feel so blessed by my family and I feel more assured each day that we are complete and now able to grow and mature together.