Solids

Oh dear..

I honestly never thought this day would come so fast, baby. I had been dreaming and pondering about this day for months and now that it is finally here, I find myself missing those tiring (make that exhausting!) days when we both engage into that 3 hourly feed and those sleepless nights. You were so dependant on Mommy for comfort and feed. And on Daddy for some entertainment, learning and play time. We both bathe you most times. Mommy would draw your bath while Daddy undress you (with the nappy on, of course!) and wrap you nice and snugly and hold you while Mommy gently washes your hair and semi-dry it (take note how thick your hair is, darling baby). Then Daddy'll unwrap you while Mommy dip you into your bath sling. You love your bath times. I can never forget how fragile you were.

Now that you're 6+kgs, Mommy can hardly carry you for long. Breastfeeding is muscle-aching on my arms without pillow support. You can sit and stand, supported. You squeal in delight and loves your playtime.

How strange is it now that you are sleeping soundly in your cot and Mommy's achingly misses you. Perhaps, only parents are allowed to feel that way.

I bought potatoes for tomorrow. And broccoli. And an expensive box of rice mush. I also bought a mini rice cooker and a baby puree blender. Also a set of baby bowl and spoon. I've still no idea which to start you with first. Mommy plans to express some breast milk and mix it in whichever food I'm preparing for you tomorrow.

We love you and always wants the best for you, dear baby.

xx