Caden's First Haircut

 

Today I did something I swore I would never do. I gave Caden his first haircut. I didn't intend on hacking away at his hair, but once I got started I couldn't seem to stop. You see, about a week ago the back of Caden's head started to get really matted from usually sleeping only on his back. In one particular spot he was forming the perfect dreadlock and it was disgusting. Every day I'd play with this lock of hair, trying to smooth it out. I was completely unsuccessful and only became more obsessed with how gross the back of his head was starting to look. Fortunately, it didn't seem like he had a mullet most babies his age sport, but he was definitely growing a rat tail. It was time to take action! 

I got out my "baby scissors" which the label originally said was intended for tiny fingernails and hair. Before I could think twice I snipped out the dreadlock. From there I pretty much had no choice - I had to do something about the rest. And in one of his crabbiest days to date, this is the only time all day Caden was happily sitting still just waiting for me to continue. 

 

 

 

Before you get worried (though I know some of you would probably prefer it much shorter!), I didn't do too much damage. I trimmed up the bottom taking away almost all of his curl. Then I shortened the sides and trimmed the bangs a teeny bit. Overall, I don't think it looks half bad! Greg got home and said he can't even notice the difference, though I find that hard to believe. 

 

I know the day will soon come that I'll have to bring my boy in for an "official" first haircut. But I was hoping to prolong that day by just cleaning him up a little. Hopefully the back of his head won't get so matted from now on. Anyway, Caden loved the haircut so if he's happy, I'm happy too!