My little angel is six months old today. I can't believe that we were just meeting him for the first time such a short time ago. It feels like he has always been a part of our lives. I love every day with him and love watching as he learns knew things and starts to really explore the world around him.
Colin officially mastered sitting up last Tuesday. He looks so grown up sitting up playing with his toys. His most favorite activity is taking things out of a basket or bucket. We just dump lots of small toys and stuffed animal things into a basket and he takes each one out, examines it, chews on it for a while and then moves on to the next item. This past weekend we got him a bucket of different shaped blocks and he is pretty enamored with those as well. He is very curious and I love watching him make decisions about which toy to pick up and play with. No crawling yet but it won't be long. He has mastered the art of going backwards and also gets his rudder stuck and moves in a circle which is hilarious to me. It won't be long before he figures out how to make forward progress.
The tooth fairy is on her way...SLOWLY. Over the weekend we caught the first glimpse of a white spec on Colin's lower jaw but it seems to come and go. He's not a big fan of the Orajel but it does seem to help and soon enough we'll have our first tooth. I'll miss the gummy smile but am also eager to see what his new smile will look like.
Colin has the sweetest giggle and the biggest grin. Barry loves the crooked grin and watching them play and giggle together always makes me smile. Colin still looks a lot like Barry (although he will argue with me on that point) but I do see more of myself in him now too. Colin can be very serious and focused on things but he is also quite playful and I am certain he will be mischievous before too long.
Erin will be here for another visit over Halloween weekend. She's going to be a witch and Colin is going to be a bear. We are excited to see her and I know she is looking forward to seeing her baby brother. She is such a big help with him. During her last visit I watched her march into the kitchen, wash off a pacifier and sigh. "He dropped it again." She is such a big girl and we are so proud of her.
One last quick Colin story and then I'm back to work and Race for the Cure. Two weekends ago we were working on something in the basement and I had carried Colin downstairs with me for a moment. The washer was running and he became fascinated watching it swish around. He then looked over at the dryer (it wasn't on) and seemed confused. He looked at me and then back at the washer as it swished around again. Then back to the dryer. Then back at the washer. He seemed to be putting together that they looked alike and should therefore be doing the same thing but weren't. It was amazing to watch him figure it out.
Okay, enough bragging about how brilliant the child is.
M
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
3 weeks old...
Every week I intend to write something about how fantastic my little man is but I'm usually more interested in actually doing something with him than writing about him. But tonight, Colin are snuggled in his bassinet, which was my bassinet, sleeping soundly after his first real bath so I thought I would take a moment to catch up.
Colin is doing so well. He eats every 2-3 hours and spends more time every day awake and alert. He is very interested in faces and loves to watch me talk to him. Much to our delight and dismay, he started rolling over at 2 weeks! I suppose we shouldn't be too shocked since he started pushing up and trying to hold his head up at 1 day old. He is quite good at it now and loves to look over my shoulder at the world. Needless to say, tummy time has become important quickly and sometimes it seems he would rather be on his tummy than anywhere else. In fact, he would sleep on his tummy if we let him. He loves to sit in his buzzy chair and play with his keys. Of course, at first it was more by accident but now there seems to be some intent to reaching for them. Colin has also found my hair and loves to hold on to it.
At his two week check-up Colin weighed 10lbs 4 1/2 oz! That's our big boy! He has already outgrown some of his newborn clothes and we skipped the #1 size diapers and went ahead to the #2 size. They are really meant for 12 -14 lbs (or something like that) but they are working perfectly for Colin! He's not chunky by any stretch just a solid little boy.
Rayvn is the best Nana Dog ever and is constantly checking in on her baby. When new people visit she is quick to get between them and Colin. She is never mean but just wants folks to know that he is her baby! Bailey and Smokey seem to have accepted that Colin is sticking around and Bailey has become very interested in nursing. It seems to be her favorite time to come check him out. Both cats love to sit in the windows in the nursery.
I had the most wonderful first Mother's Day with my boys. We went to Second Sunday Brunch where we sat in the shade, celebrated with a mimosa from Sarah and showed off the little fellow. That was followed by a long afternoon nap for the whole family. It really was the perfect day. I think being a Mommy is pretty awesome.
Colin is doing so well. He eats every 2-3 hours and spends more time every day awake and alert. He is very interested in faces and loves to watch me talk to him. Much to our delight and dismay, he started rolling over at 2 weeks! I suppose we shouldn't be too shocked since he started pushing up and trying to hold his head up at 1 day old. He is quite good at it now and loves to look over my shoulder at the world. Needless to say, tummy time has become important quickly and sometimes it seems he would rather be on his tummy than anywhere else. In fact, he would sleep on his tummy if we let him. He loves to sit in his buzzy chair and play with his keys. Of course, at first it was more by accident but now there seems to be some intent to reaching for them. Colin has also found my hair and loves to hold on to it.
At his two week check-up Colin weighed 10lbs 4 1/2 oz! That's our big boy! He has already outgrown some of his newborn clothes and we skipped the #1 size diapers and went ahead to the #2 size. They are really meant for 12 -14 lbs (or something like that) but they are working perfectly for Colin! He's not chunky by any stretch just a solid little boy.
Rayvn is the best Nana Dog ever and is constantly checking in on her baby. When new people visit she is quick to get between them and Colin. She is never mean but just wants folks to know that he is her baby! Bailey and Smokey seem to have accepted that Colin is sticking around and Bailey has become very interested in nursing. It seems to be her favorite time to come check him out. Both cats love to sit in the windows in the nursery.
I had the most wonderful first Mother's Day with my boys. We went to Second Sunday Brunch where we sat in the shade, celebrated with a mimosa from Sarah and showed off the little fellow. That was followed by a long afternoon nap for the whole family. It really was the perfect day. I think being a Mommy is pretty awesome.
Friday, April 16, 2010
Still waiting...
It appears that Blueberry has a mind of her own. The due date has come and gone and still no baby. So I went to our ZTA Alumnae meeting last night, we might go to the Fired Works preview party tonight and I might go get an overdue pedicure tomorrow. At the very latest, Blueberry will be here on Tuesday. We check-in to the hospital Monday night to be induced unless this kid gets it in gear before then. In the meantime, Barry is painting the nursery (if his back will cooperate) and I'm going to be patient and enjoy one last weekend Blueberry free.
Love,
M
Love,
M
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Ready and waiting
Only time will tell when this little Blueberry will arrive! Things are starting to happen but she doesn't seem to be in any big hurry. Someone loves Mommy! The official due date is Thursday. If nothing happens then we are scheduled to go in Monday evening to induce which means Blueberry would be here sometime on Tuesday, which happens to be Patrick's birthday! In the meantime I intend to take a long walk around the block.
Stay tuned!
Stay tuned!
Thursday, April 1, 2010
No news is good news, I guess
My doctor's appointment was terribly unexciting. We're both doing great! Low blood pressure and all that jazz. No progress towards bringing this baby into this world at this point. Of course, that can all change quickly.
Sissy has been here this week during her Spring Break and she has been a tremendous help in getting things moved and organized! Thank you Aunt Sissy!
We are busy preparing for E's visit and Blueberry's arrival these days along with enjoying all the gorgeous spring weather. That's about all I have to report.
Love,
M
Sissy has been here this week during her Spring Break and she has been a tremendous help in getting things moved and organized! Thank you Aunt Sissy!
We are busy preparing for E's visit and Blueberry's arrival these days along with enjoying all the gorgeous spring weather. That's about all I have to report.
Love,
M
Friday, March 26, 2010
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Not much news...
but it's all good news!
Yesterday we started our weekly visits to the doctor. As though we needed something to speed this process up any more. I saw Dr. Harper, the last doctor in the group I needed to meet. Although I am partial to Dr. Slocumb and his laid back manner I would be perfectly happy if any of the doctors in the group were to deliver Blueberry. They are all very nice and professional. We'll be in good hands.
My weight gain is great (I am not divulging numbers anymore though). Blood pressure has been the exact same since my first visit, really low. No swelling. Hemoglobin was the highest the nurse had seen recently partly due to the yummy steak Barry grilled on Saturday night. I think I'll use that as my excuse to request steak a lot for the next few months. Blueberry is sitting right on top of my pelvis but Dr. Harper didn't think we have fully engaged. Being my child, he/she took that as a challenge and almost immediately starting pushing down as hard as possible, as if to say, "I'll show you fully engaged, Doc." He doesn't think Blueberry is too big but also said that taller women can hide a big baby more. I'm hear to tell you that this kid feel humongous to me! We'll see Dr. Slocumb next Wednesday to make sure we're still doing well.
I have really enjoyed being pregnant but I must admit I'm over it. I'm ready to kiss these little feet and hands. Even moreso, I'm ready to have my space back. "Here, go see Daddy!" Please remind me of this when I won't put this baby down!
We had another shower on Sunday thrown by my Komen girls. It was so thoughtful and precious. I know I have lots of good mothers to lean on when I need support. It was wonderful to feel so loved and watched over by women I love so much.
E will be here for her visit two weeks from today! I am so excited to see her again. I've got to get to work on getting 6 year old stuff together for her! I've got a stash of dress up clothes and crayons and books...just have to get them all together. I love seeing her play with her Daddy. I know how much he misses her and seeing them together makes me smile. My heart might burst when Blueberry is added to the mix.
After that it will be one short week until Blueberry's big arrival! Theoretically, of course.
Until next week...
xoxo
M
Yesterday we started our weekly visits to the doctor. As though we needed something to speed this process up any more. I saw Dr. Harper, the last doctor in the group I needed to meet. Although I am partial to Dr. Slocumb and his laid back manner I would be perfectly happy if any of the doctors in the group were to deliver Blueberry. They are all very nice and professional. We'll be in good hands.
My weight gain is great (I am not divulging numbers anymore though). Blood pressure has been the exact same since my first visit, really low. No swelling. Hemoglobin was the highest the nurse had seen recently partly due to the yummy steak Barry grilled on Saturday night. I think I'll use that as my excuse to request steak a lot for the next few months. Blueberry is sitting right on top of my pelvis but Dr. Harper didn't think we have fully engaged. Being my child, he/she took that as a challenge and almost immediately starting pushing down as hard as possible, as if to say, "I'll show you fully engaged, Doc." He doesn't think Blueberry is too big but also said that taller women can hide a big baby more. I'm hear to tell you that this kid feel humongous to me! We'll see Dr. Slocumb next Wednesday to make sure we're still doing well.
I have really enjoyed being pregnant but I must admit I'm over it. I'm ready to kiss these little feet and hands. Even moreso, I'm ready to have my space back. "Here, go see Daddy!" Please remind me of this when I won't put this baby down!
We had another shower on Sunday thrown by my Komen girls. It was so thoughtful and precious. I know I have lots of good mothers to lean on when I need support. It was wonderful to feel so loved and watched over by women I love so much.
E will be here for her visit two weeks from today! I am so excited to see her again. I've got to get to work on getting 6 year old stuff together for her! I've got a stash of dress up clothes and crayons and books...just have to get them all together. I love seeing her play with her Daddy. I know how much he misses her and seeing them together makes me smile. My heart might burst when Blueberry is added to the mix.
After that it will be one short week until Blueberry's big arrival! Theoretically, of course.
Until next week...
xoxo
M
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