Bennett - 2 Months

Bennett is now two months old. He weighs 10 lbs 4 oz and 21" long. Although he is behind in weight for two month olds, once adjusted for being a preemie he is in 90th percentile for weight and 50th percentile for height. He got his two month shots which were as hard on me as him. I could not help but cry. I know how bad they hurt and hated that he had to go through it. I still have to take him to Children's to get a Free T4 (thyroid) test done. The doctor wants to rule out thyroid issues since his AL screen came back abnormal. This is common in preemies.

Bennett is eating 4 oz every 3 hours during the day. He goes to bed at 8, sleeps till 2, eats, sleeps till 5+, eats, and naps till 8. He is more alert during the day. He typically takes two good naps during the day. We have been going to the church to walk during the week. Bennett typically sleeps through the walk which allows me to get out of the house and visit with friends.

We have had a busy month. Bennett and I went to Mobile with Kevin for an audit. It was Bennett's first trip. He slept going and coming. Bennett and I drove over to Pensacola, FL to visit Kevin's cousin, Mandy, and to meet Fischer. Fischer was a few weeks old and the same size as Bennett. He is a cutie.

I took Bennett to my work to meet everyone. He did great. Everyone was so happy to see him. It was a little weird being back since I have been out since mid May. I plan to return to work November 1st. Bennett will almost be five months old. I am so thankful to be able to take this time to be with him.

Bennett went to his first birthday parties. Our good friends, Michael and Kristy Windham, celebrated their daughter Karlee's first birthday. It was held in the game room at church. Bobby and Kimberly Hatcher also celebrated their daughter Ella's first birthday. It was a carousel party at the Galleria. Although Bennett slept through both parties, we enjoyed visiting with our friends.

Bennett also went to Mississippi to see family. He got to meet his aunts, uncles, and cousins. We enjoyed getting to visit with everyone and spend time with Kevin's nieces and nephew. I think Bennett's cousin Lindsey is trying to spoil him. Every time we see family, Lindsey has something for Bennett. We truly appreciate everything she has done. We are praying she wants to move to Birmingham to be Bennett's nanny.

Below are some pictures from this month.


Bennett with his Great Grandmother Wright


Bennett with cousins (Isaac, Bre, and Hanna)


Bennett and Papaw sleeping


Bennett and Daddy


Bennett with "Uncle" Mike


Bennett 2 Months Old


Bennett ready for MSU Football