First Haircut

We gave Cooper his first haircut on Monday. Even though I was a little hesitant, I knew it was time when my little man had more curls than most little girls at his age.

This is how Cooper felt about getting a haircut :)

Before

Please ignore my lack of make-up. I had just gotten out of the shower.

Don't worry...she's a licensed professional.

Such a good client.

The damage.

Crazy Eights

Cooper turned 8 weeks old today, so I thought I would share a few things about him.

Eight Nicknames for Cooper:
1. Cooper Dooper, The Pooper
2. Coop-A-Loop
3. Mr. Cooper
4. Mr. Man
5. Little Mr. Man
6. Squeakers
7. Handsome
8. Bebe

Eight Things to Know About Cooper:
1. His hair is everyone's favorite feature
2. He grunts ALL the time
3. He loves to be held
4. He loves having his hair washed, but hates having his hair combed
5. His hair is out of control most days
6. He has discovered his fingers and likes to suck on them
7. He once went through 3 outfits in less than 3 hours
8. When he spits up, it comes out his nose

Eight Things I have Learned About Being a Mom
1. It's the hardest thing I've ever done
2. I didn't understand the meaning of exhausted until I had a baby
3. I've been peed on, pooped on, and spit up on and it doesn't bother me
4. Breastfeeding isn't for the weak and it takes practice and diligence
5. Watching my husband become a father has been an incredibly tender experience
6. Being responsible for the well-being of a helpless baby is terrifying, yet somehow empowering
7. Seeing my baby for the first time was a very spiritual experience
8. One toothless smile from the little man makes all the sleepless nights worth it

Happy Valentine's Day