Two Months Old!

Same baby boy, same bear... See how Kian has grown in one month! (The photo above was taken today and the one below is from Sept. 10th)

Kian has his 2-month check-up on Monday, so we'll be sure to post his new stats then. Any predictions on Kian's current weight? My estimation is 14 lb., 3 oz.

He has nearly outgrown the "up to 3 mo." clothing we own. There are several onesies and sleepers that he has only had a chance to wear once! Many of the labels state that the upper weight range is 12.5 lb., which he has definitely surpassed. I know that all babies grow at different rates, but we did not expect for Kian to be the size of a 3 month old at 6 weeks!

During the past month, Kian has begun to offer REAL smiles, often letting out a little giggle in response to something we do that amuses or delights him. When he coos, we imagine that he wants to tell us what's on his mind. Both of these new behaviors melts our hearts and fills us with joy. Last weekend Kian discovered how to bring his hand to his mouth, after many minutes of accidentally stamping his own forehead or missing his face completely. Grandparents, Matt & Gei, great aunt Madeline, cousin Jolina, Papa Ryan, and I were all there to witness his accomplishment, and we even caught it on the camcorder. With this new skill, Kian can "self-soothe"... or perhaps he does it because he enjoys the slight cheesy taste of the milk that has dried on his fist. Either way, we are proud of him.