5 days old

Today Cooper is 5 days old!  He is doing so well.  After several days of practice (not without its challenges), he's eating like a champ.  He usually cries when 1 - he's getting his diaper changed, 2 - he's hungry, or 3 - he has gas :)  Other than that, he's quite content.  My mom and mother-in-law have taken turns helping out all week - couldn't have done it without them!  We're very tired but very happy. 

Cooper passed his first doctor's appointment with flying colors.  He needs to gain weight, but I can't imagine that he isn't after the way he's been eating (and pooping).  Last night, he got his first sponge bath.  He fussed a bit but relaxed by the end.  His hair got a little lighter and fluffier after being cleaned.  We're still trying to figure out if it will stay brown because there are definitely some red undertones in there.

Tonight is our first night alone with Cooper.  He'll probably sleep ok, but we won't be able to relax and will have to make sure he's breathing every 30 minutes.  So far, he's a really laid back baby...can't wait to see if that continues.