It's like he misses it...

Recently, we've worked Jude up to three (fairly) consistent meals a day. Since he currently doesn't seem to rely on any of them, it's not a huge deal if I substitute it with nursing. I think in the last week or so, I've skipped one or two meals and replaced them with breast milk and he didn't seem bothered by this at all. But really, I'm trying to stay pretty regular - and have been doing a pretty good job of it.

I'm not sure if Jude just is not happy about this... or if it's his 9 month growth spurt, but lately he's been wanting to nurse more than ever! Right after a meal, he'll start grabbing at me, giving me some very obvious signs that he wants to nurse... so I let him.

Then, he'll nurse again about an hour later... an hour after that... basically any time I'm holding him. It's never for very long, but it's definitely happening. This really surprises me, because he eats like a champ and get water to wash it down. I'm pretty convinced this is his way of telling me that he's just not ready to let go (and maybe he's growing...).

And speaking of growing... this he is. The past week or so, I have felt it. when i pick him up, he feels so much more solid! his legs are getting beefy, his belly is getting bigger and he's just growing up... it's adorable and oh so sad at the same time.