First Month Photos

He loves his swing!

Bright flash

no flash

Sticking his tongue out

singing

Matching green shirts

We love how alert he is and how much he tries to do, like gaining control of his head and neck. Nathaniel is not moving him, or if anything trying to stabilize him. We caught it on tape just a little too late because this is him winding down

It has been such a great first month!

Daddy's favorite time of day

Dad took these pictures of Adam and told me that he just loves seeing him all swaddled up. When Adam is awake he doesn't like it because he can't move his arms at all, but he sure sleeps well! Mom agrees, he looks so cozy and snuggly like this and I can't complain, last night he slept for seven hours straight!

Blessing Day

Adam Nathaniel Cook was blessed August 8th 2010 in Provo Utah. He had a lot of family there to support him and congratulate him. It was a very nice day. Thanks to everyone who came especially to his Grandma and Grandpa Cook who came in from California.

Proud parents, Nathaniel and Amber with little Adam

Four generations of Cooks, Great Grandpa Gene, Grandpa Val Gene, Dad Nathaniel Val, and Adam Nathaniel. Can you see the trend in names?

The circle, all immediate family, yes we have a big family! Thank you all :)

Our little monkey Adam after his bath waiting to get his blessing suit on. I love this little guy so much!

Monkey Update

Our little monkey is growing and changing. Adam just passed his two week mark and we have noticed so many things that are changing and he is learning. Here are just some of the highlights.

• he gets hiccups about three times a day (I'm listening to them right now)
• he is now seven pounds and at least nine ounces (a full pound more than his lowest weight)
• the added weight has not added to his length, but his cheeks and legs are filling out!
• he can sleep as long as five hours straight during the night, such a blessing to mom.
• he seems to be very curious a looks around with wide eyes for hours on end.
• he rarely cries, just makes little noises when he wants something.
• he enjoys being passed around asleep or awake (a plus with a big extended family)
• he wiggles ... a lot :) (but he never finds any sandwiches)
• he likes car rides and stroller rides
• when on his tummy he can lift his head with a bit of control
• he loves bath time
• he has his daddy (and mommy) wrapped around his fingers

Every day Adam learns something new and we learn new things about him. We are very much enjoying every minute we get to spend with him. He is our little angel monkey.