Nathan's First Three Months

Believe it or not, Nathan turned three months old last week.  It was an exciting summer for the newest member of our family.  We took Noah's picture next to a Pooh doll every month during his first year, and we've done the same for Nathan.  Nathan's change from month to month is amazing.

Here's a look at Nathan over the past few months:

Here is the first month.  "Look at all that hair!"  That is the most common reaction when people see him, and we love it.

Then, the second month:

He grew up a little bit here and could keep his eyes open long enough to let me take a picture.  Finally, the third month:

He's actually starting to sit up a little bit now, and has really filled out.  He was a pound smaller than Noah at birth, but has caught up significantly, and we think he'll be a big kid.

Some of Nathan's highlights this summer were a trip to Myrtle Beach with family, as well as the State Fair.  We also spent a lot of time visiting friends and family, and took many trips to the park (at least when the heat index was not above 100).

Nathan is doing a lot of smiling, and even has started laughing.  He has a funny laugh.  Overall, he's a very smiley kid.  One thing that I think is pretty funny is that he usually has a big smile when you change him..  I find it funny that he enjoys such a thing.  I don't see him maintaining that enthusiasm for diaper changes when he gets older.

We're also starting to hear more noises from Nathan.  They are mostly excited and happy noises, although he occasionally lets out a big cry of frustration.  He is certainly getting more animated.

Noah has enjoyed being a big brother.  One of Noah's favorite things to do is hold Nathan on the couch.  Noah also likes to give hugs and kisses, and is a pretty good big brother overall.  I joke that Noah is a passive hugger; he hugs Nathan by just lowering his head on Nathan's chest.

This was a fun summer with our two boys, and we can't wait to see what is next!