3 month photo

3 months

Sawyer will be 3 months old on Friday. Say it isn't so... Hard to believe how fast the time has gone by since he was born. I know I always start off by saying that, but I really just can't believe it! We took Sawyer for a check-up/well visit on Monday. He is now weighing in at 12 pounds 10 ounces. I don't know his length or head size though. He wears size 1 diapers and 3 month clothes (some 0-3 month). He is drinking 6 ounces of formula 5 times in 24 hours. Usually around 6-6:30 am, 10-10:30 am, 2-2:30 pm, 6-6:30 pm, and 10 pm. He sleeps randomly during the day. He catnaps and usually has one longer nap. He sleeps almost all night. He wakes up some time between 3 and 4, but goes back to sleep when given his paci and lovey. He wakes up to eat around 6 or so.

We had a great time last weekend at the Isle of Palms, despite not having working cable TV or air conditioner. The mosquitoes were also out in full force.

Toes in the water

Family photo (after Mama and Sawyer got drenched by a wave)

We only stayed out on the beach for a short time, but Sawyer seemed to enjoy himself. I was crouched down in the surf with Sawyer and a few little waves came up to us. My back was to the waves, when all of the sudden a huge one came up and over Sawyer's head. We were both startled by it. He only fussed a few seconds before his face was wiped off. We put him back in and he didn't mind it at all. We will be going back to the beach in a couple of weeks with my family. I am looking forward to taking him back out in the water. He will also get to go on his first boat ride. A friend of ours gave us a baby life jacket that her son outgrew.

This weekend we don't have a whole lot going on. We will be going to the Greek Festival at some point to get some yummy food.

12 weeks

I can't believe it...Sawyer was 12 weeks old yesterday! Where has the time gone! At 12 weeks, Sawyer is getting really good at holding his head up when upright. He is drinking 5-6 6 oz. bottles a day. He sleeps pretty good at night. He usually wakes up between 3-4 am but is able to go back to sleep until 5-6 to eat. During the day he eats every 3.5-4 hours. We are trying to get him to nap better. He doesn't want to miss anything, so he just cat naps. Although, since bumping him up to 6 oz. last week, he is taking a longer nap after lunch. I think he weighs between 11.5 and 12 lbs. We go to the doctor for a check-up on Monday, and we will know more of his stats then.

12 weeks...Mama's little monkey

The latest goings on in the Tevepaugh family:
Labor Day Weekend: This was a wonderful weekend full of relaxation and rest. We didn't go anywhere or have any plans. Friday night, we went out to dinner with some friends and their little boy who is a month and a half older than Sawyer. We had a great time and for the most part, the babies did well. Saturday morning, Will had to work, so Sawyer and I went for a walk around the neighborhood and then did some household chores. Saturday night, we went over to a friends house to cook out and watch the race. Sawyer did really well and went to sleep in their spare pack and play. Sunday, we got up and went to church, then came home and took long naps. It was very relaxing! Monday, I was off of work, so Sawyer and I hung out all day. It was wonderful!

This weekend, we are going to the Isle of Palms with some friends. This will be Sawyer's first beach trip. I am looking forward to getting his little toes in the sand and water. I can't wait to see his reaction. I hope he loves it as much as we do.

Photo Friday

My mom was keeping Sawyer while I was at work today. She sent me this picture before lunch. Such a happy boy! I am so glad that he does so well when staying with his grandmothers during the week. He enjoys his time with his Nana (Will's mom) and with his Sallie/Sassie (my mom).

Sawyer- 10 weeks old

Hi-Ho-Hi-Ho It's Back to Work I Go

This week has been my first week back to work. To say it has been hard would be an understatement. Monday was one of the worst days of my life. I absolutely hated leaving Sawyer. I knew he would be well taken care of by his Nana, but I was a mess! The dreaded feelings started on Sunday afternoon. I didn't sleep well Sunday night. I woke up Monday morning and just started crying. I cried the whole time I was getting ready and on the drive to Will's mom's house. Will went with me to drop him off. It was the hardest thing I have ever had to do. I should have been ok, knowing that he would be fine, but all day long I thought of him. My family, friends, and co-workers were all very supportive. We survived day one! Tuesday and Wednesday were a little easier. Today was the least emotional drop-off yet. This week has been a big adjustment for all of us. Sawyer and I had all summer together and had established our daily routines. Now, we have got to get used to new routines. He is still on his same feeding schedule, which is nice. His sleeping schedule has been a little off, as he gets used to sleeping at Nana's house. I am looking forward to the weekend and spending much needed time with my boy! Also, Sawyer turned 2 months old on Tuesday, and is 9 weeks old today!

Top left: 2 months old, Top right: 5 weeks old
Bottom left: 8 weeks old, Bottom right: 7.5 weeks old

This photo collage is the background on my computer at work. I get to look at my sweet boy all day long when I am not with him.

8 Weeks!!!

Sawyer is 8 weeks old today!! We started our day off by going to his 8 week check-up. He got weighed and measured, and also got his vaccinations.

Stats:
10 pounds 5 ounces
22.5 inches long

We are enjoying each and everyday with our sweet boy! I go back to work on Monday :( I am cherishing every last minute with Sawyer. He has pretty much put himself on a schedule. He eats every 3 or so hours during the day and 6-7 hours at night. We are doing a combo of breast feeding and bottle feeding (5 oz. bottles).

Rough schedule:
8 am feeding
cat nap
play time
11 am feeding
rest/play time
2-3 pm feeding
long nap
5-6 pm feeding
short nap/play time
8-9 pm feeding
long sleep
3-4 am feeding

Hopefully he will continue on this schedule, and even stretch out that nighttime sleeping! We are very happy with his progress so far. He is a very happy and content baby. He only really gets fussy and upset when he is hungry or super tired. We just love him to pieces. I will definitely miss him when I go back to work, but I know he will be in good hands with Will's mom and my mom. Nana (Will's mom) will keep him 4 days, and Sassy (my mom) will keep him one day a week. I am looking forward to getting in a routine. I have gotten used to our current routine, and I am ready to find out what the new normal will be for us. Keep us in your thoughts as we get adjusted to work/grandma time next week.

Great-Grandparents

First off, I can't believe Sawyer is 7.5 weeks old. Today marks one week before I have to go back to work...booo!! We have had a wonderful summer of getting to know our sweet boy, and we have made unforgettable memories!

I took this video last week while Sawyer was playing on his playmat.

On Friday, Will's grandparents came from Florida to meet Sawyer for the first time. I know he will have a special relationship with his great-grandparents. I wish my grandparents were still here. I know they would adore him just like Will's grandparents do.

Grandmommy and Granddaddy meeting Sawyer for the first time

4 generations

Family photo at the lake