And to add some substance - I'll answer the most commonly asked question: how's PDG handling being a big brother?
Answer: Surprisingly well. Though don't worry - not perfect. He does love diaper change time and brings me diapers and wipes (which I've been forced to be organized enough to finally keep in a constant location) and throws them away after. He is still pretty into identifying body parts though, so poking MDG in his face and announcing things like "nose" or worse, "eyes," is a daily activity. He gives kisses and offers the pacifier when MDG cries - but then wants to steal it back once MDG is calmly sucking away. His tantrums are more pronounced and his need for attention after minimal bumps and falls has skyrocketed. But hey, he's still a baby. My baby. Even if he looks like a big boy.
And for the other common question: how's MDG sleeping?
Answer: Uh, bad? As in, like most babies. We have sometimes gotten a four or five hour stretch, but it's been totally unpredictable and will randomly start at like 7:30, so too early for me to realize I should also have gone to bed then to fully take advantage of it. Then it's back to the two hour or occasional 2.5 hour feed-to-feed cycles. I'm getting through it though. It won't last forever. But, um, if your baby slept great from week two onward and you can't commiserate - please don't talk to me until mine is sleeping too.
Ok, here's a couple from December 2-10 on the real camera.
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