I think I've come to grips with the fact that Savannah would definitely be classified as "colicky" and will finally admit it to others and myself. She is typically fussy and discontent throughout the day and will have her nights (multiple times a week) where she basically screams herself to sleep. Despite the screaming, one of my favorite things to do lately is put her to bed. She normally goes down anywhere between 8 and 9pm and takes a bottle for her last feeding. Feeding can be a fight, but at some point she will latch onto the bottle and finish like a champ. A lot of times she falls asleep while feeding (after all that screaming she's bound to be worn out!!).
Holding her through the screaming, getting her calmed down, and then to the point where she is nestled in my arms fast asleep is so precious and dear to me. Seeing that little face, finally peaceful and content, brings me so much joy. Whenever she's screaming, I pray. Pray that God would calm my anxious heart and basically, keep me from losing my mind. Then every night once she falls asleep in my arms I spend time in prayer thanking God for giving us such a wonderful and amazing gift. We are so blessed to be able to care for and love this beautiful little girl. She is truly treasured and it is at those quiet times at night where I can reflect on the day and on the incredible journey of being a mom. It is truly indescribable and incredibly emotional.
Screamer or not, she is the most perfect little thing I could ever imagine. And I am 100% thankful for every moment I have with her.
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