What day is it today?

We've reached the end of week two - and the days are somewhat of a blur. Brian went back to work and Grandma Carmen stepped in to keep me company and help out with baby. We made it out for lunch a few times during the week which was fun, gave Maya her first bath at home, and have continued to pack the apartment during Maya's naps (around the daily chores of laundry, more laundry, meals, shopping, dog walking and cleaning)- we move next weekend to our new place in Long Island City. We had a couple of rough nights and days as Maya seems to have found her voice this week and is not afraid to use it! And at other times she's relaxed and goes from nap to feeding to changing back to feeding without much fuss. Guess we all have good days and bad days. Overall I am not feeling that sleep deprived since she does conk out for 3-4 hours at a time after most feedings, and sleeping when the baby sleeps was the best advice I got. Brian is perhaps a different story. We're still figuring out our nighttime routine to maximize sleep for all. We inherited a couple of key items this week from some of Brian's coworkers - topping the list is a vibrating bouncy seat which came in the nick of time and really seems to soothe Maya. We also got a baby gym mat with a canopy that you hang toys from and the promise of a co-sleeper which will come in handy in our new place because her crib won't fit in our new bedroom. So much stuff!!

The dogs have taken to Maya better than expected - they sniff her and otherwise pretty much leave her alone. Kahlua has been quite curious and even jumped on the couch (which he hasn't attempted in a long time) to get a better look. Bailey on the other hand approaches her rather shyly and appears worried he'll do something wrong. But they've been great - dealing with less attention and rolling with the punches. We'll see what transpires after our move, that's a lot of changes for two pups who are accustomed to a daily routine and lots of attention. Might require another trip to the pet store for some new toys. Overall we're doing pretty well and adjusting to our new schedule. We're looking forward to the next couple of months and introducing Maya to friends and family.