Having a baby the third time around, you might think that each milestone would be a little less, well, milestone-ish. But in a funny way, it’s all the more poignant. You have new measures for how quickly time goes, so you want to hold on a bit longer to each moment. To each itty-bitty babyism.
This week (an emotional one, of course, with so many great things coming to an end), I’ve been thinking a lot about the fascinating circle of life that I’m witnessing between Pink and Big.
There are the stark differences.
As Pink’s poor little gums swell up and new teeth break through, Big spends the day wiggling his baby teeth, begging them to move on.
As Pink holds her arms out, longing for the comfort of mom, Big resists each and every hug in an effort to prove he’s much more independent now.
As Pink stands on her little feet, unsteady and unsure of her own strength, Big stands a bit taller and more firm, suddenly confident in who he is and what he can do.
As Pink’s cheeks and legs are puffy and rolly, almost every sign of Big’s baby fat has disappeared into thin air.
And while there’s no denying how different things are with each of them, somehow, there are amazing parallels as well.
As Pink works to turn sounds into words, Big works to turn the written word into stories—both longing for a new way to express themselves.
As Pink stops to look at each leaf, wondering how it will fit into her mouth, Big stops to look at each bug, wondering how it fits into nature.
And, my personal favorite…as Pink wakes up looking down the hall for her brother, Big wakes up asking if he can go greet Pink in her crib.
And that, the love they have for each other, is the one thing I hope never changes. Because goodness knows, almost everything else about their babyhood will. Far too quickly.
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Oh that is so beautiful! I love this post. I remember those days of baby, and I sort of miss them. At the same time, I love seeing all the newness that is coming as the wee ones get older. And older and older and older!
Isn’t it funny how you keep thinking it can’t get better, but then it does? Thanks so much for reading and commenting!
I love this. You captured life beautifully. And I, too, think there is something super wonderful about a third baby. Since there’s 14 years between Keenan and Kenna…I really find every moment so very precious. Glad I’m not alone.
Every moment IS precious…nobody knows that more than you and Kenna do. Give her a kiss for me!
Love this post Amy! Not only does it remind me to savor the little moments, but also hits home a bit as I am expecting boy #3 – a little blessing disguised as a big surprise! And wondering just how he will fit into the picture with 2 very big brothers. 🙂
I am so excited for you—and surprised—by your big news. I have a feeling his big brothers are going to love this little boy more than you can even imagine. Congratulations!! xoxo