4 weeks

It's hard to believe Elias is nearly a month old. New this week:


Modified "tummy time" on the boppy pillow. He does pretty well propped up on one leg, too.


The front hold has recently been discovered to fairly instantly calm a fussy baby, even encouraging the occasional power nap.


Dad can wear the baby, too, giving Mom some truly hands-free time. We've also introduced infant massage after baths and here and there throughout the day (changing the diaper provides the occasional foot massage opportunity) and continue to get some great smiles, none of which we've had much luck documenting. But let me tell you, after these first few crazy weeks, getting a smile from him is a truly sweet reward!