Logan's changes...

My boys are constantly growing and changing, and sometimes I wish I could just freeze time for a bit (and then there are the times I would like to fast-forward ;)). Anyhow, the last week has been a big one for Logan, so I wanted to share. The big week started on Monday night when the boys and I were working through a sharing issue right inside the door to the hall bathroom. Everyone ended up in good spirits, obviously learning important lessons (this is what I have to tell myself), and we were ready to play again! Logan turned quickly and smashed his face into the corner (thank goodness it was a rounded corner) of the hall table. I tried to hide my gasp, but was waiting for the blood. He screamed and grabbed his face, but not much blood came. I did notice, however, that there were 2 perfectly copied imprints of Logan's teeth in the table. Then I knew what happened. Poor boy cried and cried and cried. Of course this happened about an hour before bedtime, so we pushed through with some Motrin and extra love as he struggled to get to sleep.

We ended up at the dentist the next day at their only available time...,naptime. Logan was thrilled to be missing his nap and going on an adventure with Mommy while Grandma stayed at the house while Connor slept. Anyhow, after a little restraint and some x-rays, we decided to just leave his teeth alone for now. The affected teeth were 2 baby teeth right in the front. They have been pushed up and back (pointing towards the back of his mouth), which for now is just an aesthetic issue, so we opted to avoid any traumatic adjustments. They fortunately are just shy of interfering with his permanent teeth above, so we are hoping things will stay like this. If the permanent teeth get involved we will have his baby teeth pulled. Logan was fine with all of this news, until Dr. Cara told Mommy that he could no longer use his NUK. Logan has been using his NUK (what he calls his pacifier) at naptime and bedtime for the last year as we tried to wean him off. Well, time for cold turkey, and I was happy to have a medical excuse to help me out.

Surprisingly, Logan has done very well, only asking occasionally for the NUK and then asking me why he couldn't have it. He hasn't thrown any fits about it, and is sleeping well without it! I think he understands they idea that Dr. Cara said it was hurting his teeth. I am so glad to be working our way away from this, and am already thinking about how challenging it will be with Connor our thumb sucker.

Our other change this week is no naps for Logan. Today is the 5th day in a row that the child hasn't napped. I have to admit that I have been dreading this as naptime is important to me. Selfishly, it is when I am either able to be productive or rest. Being pregnant again I was hoping to keep this going for a while. Logan had other plans. As much as I hate to admit it, I think he is doing better without the nap. He is happy and active all day long and is sleeping better at night. The big difference I can see is at bedtime. He used to fight the 8:00 bedtime with as much procrastination as possible, usually making noises or knocking on his door until at least 9:00 (usually later). This week, he is ready for bed and is out very quickly.

I am proud of my sweet Logan, and love seeing him grow everyday! Love you silly man.