Nathanael's pd asked me once if he was a happy baby. That really put me in deep thought. Isn't that the most important to a mother? The meaning of Nathanael is 'given by God'. In other words, he's a gift from God. Have I forgotten to commit Nathanael's growth into His hands? Wouldn't our Heavenly Father, who loves us so much that He gave His only son to die for us, take good care of Nathanael?
Recently, I realised I have more to be thankful for other than just lamenting over Nathanael's slow growth and poor sleep pattern to my family and friends. Thank God for His wonderful blessings and protection over Nathanael in the past year.
A list of 10 things I want to thank God for:
1. Nathanael's milestones are never on time. In fact, he achieved most milestones early.
2. He gave us many surprises. The first time he clapped his hands was when I was playing the piano. I've never felt more appreciated!
3. He is a determined boy and doesn't give up easily. That's why I could breastfeed him exclusively.
4. He loves exploring and investigating new things. This characteristic of his makes me smile so very often. Do u know he found out for himself what a door stopper is for? He will sometimes help me open the door and make sure it reaches the door stopper.
5. Like his bro Zech, Nathanael loves music.
6. He loves his food and is forever hungry.
7. He started communicating to us at 10 mths.
8. He is an efficient baby. With a bottle, he finishes his milk within 3 min. When nursing, he is done in less than 10 min.
9. I've always complained about Nathanael's sleep pattern which was entirely different from his very independent bro. Somehow at 10 mths, I decided to sleep train him again. This time, he's ready. I finally resolved the sleep problem that was troubling me for almost a year. It's truly a milestone for Nathanael!
10. He is a healthy baby!
Life hasn't been a bed of roses with Nathanael. But this gift from God has taught me many life lessons and brought me immeasurable joy.
Praise The Lord for His abundant blessings and grace. Just like Nathanael's Chinese name 宣奇 meaning 宣扬神的奇妙, may God continue to reveal His wondrous works through this little one.
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