Zev has been smiling for weeks now, but just recently started doing it with more purpose. Before it seemed like he would smile for a few seconds for whatever reason, but now he does it as a response to something, and he will absolutely beam. I have been lucky enough to be the reason several times now (since I am his primary caregiver and source of milky goodness). So this morning, Michael came in to say goodbye as the two of us snuggled sleepily in bed, and when Zev saw …

I got it in my head that I should get a breast pump so I can do things such as get a haircut without leaving Michael with a screaming, starving baby, or go out to dinner without having to wear a shirt with easy access. I also thought Michael might like to feed him from time to time as a way to bond. With this in mind I did some research and found the Tommee Tippee Closer to Nature Manual Pump, which was supposed to make all my dreams come …