Getting to Know Hudson

I can't believe that my baby is almost a month old! In honor of our first few weeks with our second-born child, I have compiled a list of Ten Things You Need to Know About Hudson Kayo!

#1. Not only am I thrilled with his full head of dark hair, but he has an adorable cowlick in the back that never fails to make me smile. (No, I won't mention that he's also starting to bald; I'm still in denial about that.)

#2. He ABSOLUTELY LOVES ceiling fans. He could stare at them for hours.

#3. His favorite song is "Ponies" by The Wiggles. Ava and I sing it to him frequently, and it always soothes him. Personally, I think he enjoys the frequent onomatopoeia.

#4. I feel the need to report that he DOES NOT enjoy riding in the infant car seat. This dislike saves him from the pressure of perfection.

#5. So far, he is a GREAT SLEEPER! I'm crossing my fingers, toes, and eyes as I write this, because I know this tendency simply cannot last. But, boy, am I going to hope it does!

#6. He is starting to move like he thinks he's already six months old. Holding up his head? No problem. Rolling over? Can accomplish that feat in his Pack-n-Play, thank you very much. Successfully body wrestling with his three-year-old sister? Hmm, maybe not. But soon!

#7. He is starting to smile. ADORABLE! (Of course, if I'm honest, he has actually smiled at the ceiling fans more than at any one person. See #2 for an explanation on that one.)

#8. So far he has accumulated the following nicknames: Bubby (this one from Ava), Huddy, Little Man, and The Hudsonian. He has yet to show a preference for any single one. We'll let you know.

#9. Everyone agrees that he is MR. SNUGGLY. He just cuddles right in so sweetly. I suppose I could add that moniker to the list above, right?

#10. He has bonded individually with each of his family members. His hobby with Mom? EATING! His hobby with Dad? SLEEPING! His hobby with Ava? PLAYING!