Week two and lots of firsts

I can't believe our little guy is 2 weeks old! Week 2 brought lots of firsts for Cullen... some enjoyed and some... not so much.

First sponge bath at home. We tried to keep him as comfortable as possible--only removing the hat and diaper when absolutely necessary. His objections to the whole process were only mild.

First hoodie. He enjoyed this toasty experience.

First ride in the sling and first trip to the pediatrician. The former he LOVED. The latter he hated. But who would like being placed on a cold scale while naked? And then being told you really need to fatten up a bit? Weighing in at 6 lbs., 11 oz. at one week old, he definitely needs to put on some weight. The goal is to get back up to his birth weight by two weeks.

First time being held by Granna. He definitely loved this one. And so did mom. Granna cooked, cleaned, and cuddled while she was here. What a huge help!

First time greeting dad as he was coming home from work. I think dad liked this even more than Cullen!

First time hanging out on the couch with mom and the puppies. We have been so relieved that Chloe is handling the new situation well. We were worried because she usually doesn't like kids, but she has been following Cullen everywhere he goes and seems very protective of him.

First Christmas jamies. He definitely liked this one.

First ride in the Bob. Who knows... he slept the whole time! He couldn't even keep the pacifier in his mouth!

First full bath. He definitely hated this one. I am really hoping he comes to love bath time.

First penguin outfit. OK, I just loved this picture so I couldn't resist.

First time he could only be consoled by cuddling with Mom. Pure bliss for Mom.

Fist time being held by Pa. After Granna left, Pa took over baby duty. He also helped clean and cook. Cullen loved his cuddle time with Pa.

First time he discovered the freedom of not being swaddled. Turns out Cullen loves his freedom! He stretches out and seems perfectly content... at least for a few fleeting moments.

First time being read to by Dad. He definitely enjoyed this one. But I should complete the story by revealing that I caught David singing David Allen Coe's You Never Even Call Me By My Name before he read the book. Although I wasn't crazy about the song choice, it was cute. At least Cullen will know all about prison, momma, and getting drunk by the time he is two weeks old. Hmmm...