Naps

I got a much needed nap today, with Troy nestled against my chest. I guess he needed a nap too! He’s so cute. He will wrap his little fingers around the edge of my shirt or around my finger, just so he can feel me. I guess it brings him comfort and makes him feel safe while he sleeps. I like placing my hand on top of both of his on his chest. He wraps one of his little hands around my thumb and nods off. He has a bad startle reflex, so holding his hands seems to calm him and reduce that a little.

I’m still cognizant and aware of his noises and movements, but once he settles into a deep sleep, he’ll stay like that for hours. It’s a nice time to doze as well. My only concern is that he isn’t learning to sleep on his own. He only seems to settle when someone is holding him. The nurse said that he’s a cuddler, but we still need to start working on sleeping alone. It’ll be more restful for all of us.