Happy 9th birthday. That’s right, this baby turns 9 years old today and I can hardly believe it.
9 years ago today, I anxiously headed uptown to the Upper East Side in Manhattan very early in the morning to become a mom. He arrived at 37 weeks and that was a huge accomplishment. We almost met very early at 30 weeks after a partial abruption, but we were able to wait to meet each other and it had to be carefully monitored and planned. We stayed at the hospital a few extra days so that he could stay under the bili lights to receive some phototherapy for jaundice, and I hung out in postpartum to get a couple of blood transfusions.
The first few weeks are an absolute blur to be completely honest. I remember wondering what he would look like as he grew. He was born with a full head of dark hair and the nurses at the hospital said they called him a rockstar baby in the nursery. I would get stopped on the street in New York City while out strolling around because he would offer a smile and show off his blue sparking eyes to anyone.
He made me a mom 9 years ago today and I’m so thankful.
…always remember
You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think. – A.A. Milne
Happy 9th Birthday to My Not So Baby Boy!
Happy 9th birthday to a fun-loving, clever, and sweet kid who brightens up any room. Unbox every year with excitement of what you will find and kindness wherever you go.
Happy birthday, Jack! You have been my sunshine for the past 9 years. Love you so much! Grandma
They grow up so fast! What a cutey! Thanks for sharing.