Sleep and Other News

Ever since Ruby was born we've had people ask us what the most surprising thing about parenthood is, or what has been the hardest part about having a newborn. I think Steve and I both agree that the whole sleeping thing (or lack there of) is definitely near the top of the list of challenges. I remember a conversation Steve and I had this summer before Ruby's arrival when we both admitted the thing we were most nervous about was being up all night. We are both people who need a lot of sleep, so we knew it would be a challenge, but I don't think I ever realized how much my world would revolve around that word: sleep! My days revolve around getting Ruby to sleep, how long she sleeps, and how long she'll be awake before she needs to sleep again, while my nights revolve around how often she'll wake up.
We had a rough start, but by about 6 or 8 weeks Ruby was turning into a fabulous sleeper. She'd wake only once at night for a quick feed, and usually went an 8 or 9 hour stretch before waking! We were totally spoiled (and I think we knew it!). Unfortunately, it didn't last. For the last 3 weeks, Ruby's been waking numerous times at night, which makes for a very tired Momma and Papa! I'm going back to work in just one more short week so I've been worrying about this, but last night she returned to her old ways. Cross your fingers (and toes) that this will continue!

In other news, we went to the babysitter's house today to "practice". Ruby had lots of fun with Miss Kerry, Taylor and Ava! Mommy didn't have quite as much fun at work, but knows Ruby will be in good hands.

From January Pictures

Ruby wore her cute big girl outfit to the babysitter's house- her first pair of jeans! (My teammate made this for Ruby when she was born. Thank you Brean!)

From January Pictures

PS- I hope to post a new video soon!