Author Archives: jbowdon

Eli was a monkey for Halloween. Halloween is mostly for the parents at this point–okay, sheesh, you’re right, it’s entirely for the parents. There is no trick-or-treat involved at this age. Mostly, it’s all about the photo-op. Still, Eli was … Continue reading →

Dear Elijah, You have really changed in the last month and a half.  You are so much more aware of the world around you.  I used to joke that you were like the goldfish in that Ani DiFranco song:  the … Continue reading →

Our little household has taken on quite the resemblance to a zombie flick. First, we have little man, who for months now has been trying to eat our flesh. It turns out that our knuckles are his favorite teething toy. … Continue reading →

Elijah’s hair is in a sad state these days. I’m not sure if it rubbed off or if his head grew, but the poor baby is bald EXCEPT for a patch of hair on top of his head and a … Continue reading →

We have been exceptionally fortunate to both have flexible summer schedules. As students, we set our own work schedules, so we’ve both been able to fashion “leaves” to be with the baby. Nate was doing some contracting work part-time for … Continue reading →

I thank the heavens above daily for our Moby Wrap. It definitely tops my list of “must have” items for new parents because for a long time it was the ONLY way we could Eli to calm down during one … Continue reading →

One of the most amazing parts about being a parent is seeing your child learn new skills. Eli has recently developed enough coordination to bring his hands to his mouth consistently. Considering that he didn’t know that his hands were … Continue reading →

Eli had his two month appointment on July 18th. He measured in at 24 inches tall and 12 lbs, 7 oz., which puts him at 75th percentile for height and 50th percentile for weight. He got his first shots at … Continue reading →

Being a parent is simultaneously the most awesome and most brutal thing I have ever done. Eli is an adorable little man, BUT he is also pretty fussy. On many days, he will sleep, eat, and then cry for 15-20 … Continue reading →