sweet slumber

 Sleep by Plumb

1 day old

11 weeks old

Chris and I have not done any sleep training with Elaina. We figured that when she was ready she would sleep longer. We just hit out latest wonder week and after a few fussy, very hungry days she slept 11 hours at night.

I woke more than she did- wondering if this was really happening.

Elaina has been eating 1 time in the night, ususally 2-3a.m. and then around 5-6am. She eats quick and falls back asleep when I lay her down. I have always loved our special, night time. I am a early bird, now with a baby I feel like I am a early bird, night owl and everything in between. I sometimes nap with her in the a.m. and as of late I join her at every nap she takes.

We have co-slept since birth, she has a little co-sleeper that sits next to the bed. This decision was based on my c-section as well as not wanting either of us to wake 100%. I liked knowing E would not have to cry a lot for me to get her and that she could stay more calm in the night, hopefully letting her know that nights are for being calm! We considered transiting her to her crib but with the heat we decided keeping us all in the room with AC was best! Not sure when this will happen- I'm in no rush. How many of us like to sleep alone? I know I sleep horrible when Chris is gone; I always sleep better with him. And I wonder if E will continue sleeping well knowing we're close.

Sleeping on Aunt Jan's knitted pink blanket

Everyday is a new day with E and we're praying God continues to lead us as we choose to follow Him. We know that He as great plans for Elaina; even sleep is something He cares about!

Now I am wondering if I have jinx myself by writing this post :)