updates!

over the weekend we celebrated both of the little boy's birthdays! The boys both enjoyed it I think.

Last night parker fell and (over nothing, and just walking!) eye landed on book. I took him to ER because I was quite concerned about his eye and the cut on the bottom. (the lower pict, you can really see the u shaped cut well). Long story short, P is tough. It took 3 of us to hold him down just to examine his eye. I wont tell you about getting the rectal temp! whoa. Doc said he technically should get a stich or glue in that lower lid cut (eye ball is fine) but to do that w.out sedation would be impossible. I agreed. And to sedate for this wsant worth it. I agreed. Unfortunatly, by not doing a stich the scar will probably be bigger and take longer to heal. But it was the right decision.

Brady at 2

Brayden is 31lbs and 34.5" tall. He absolutely loves trains.His "choo-choo" with the arm motions is adorable. Brady's vocabulary seems to be growing daily. He is picking up on so much. He is still fiesty and sleep isnt his favorite thing.

BRADY'S MILESTONES FROM BABIESONLINE

My Milestones
Pulled Myself Up Alone - Wednesday, August 06, 2008

Crawled For The First Time - Saturday, July 19, 2008

Or Type Your Own - Thursday, May 01, 2008
At 4month appointment, Brayden weighed 16lbs, 14 oz and was 25" long. 95th percentile for both!

Rolled Front to Back - Thursday, April 17, 2008

Doctor Appointment - Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Braydens 2 month appointment, he weighs 13 lbs 1 oz, and is 22.5" long.

Discovered Hands - Sunday, February 17, 2008
This is so cute! Brayden just stares at his left first forever. Then he will open his fist, and his eyes will get really big! I dont quite think he has ficgured out that is what he likes to suck on though.

Lost umbilicord cord stump! Finally! - Thursday, January 24, 2008
and got his first real bath!

Baptism - Sunday, January 20, 2008

Came Home From Hospital - Tuesday, December 25, 2007
A very Merry Christmas for us!

I Was Born! - Friday, December 21, 2007
8:58 pm, 7lb 8 oz, 19" long. IT'S A BOY!

Baby dropped! - Monday, October 22, 2007
Woke up this morning with the rib pain gone, and feeling pressure in my hip region. Dr. confirmed that the baby did in fact drop.

Heard Heartbeat! - Wednesday, September 05, 2007
HB was approximately 140bpm.

Heard Heartbeat! - Tuesday, August 28, 2007
The HB was approximatly 132bpm. The nurse listened for a few minutes and it ranged from 120bpm to 170bpm as the baby rested and moved around. (she said this is completely normal!)

Saw the baby kick! - Monday, August 20, 2007

Heard Heartbeat! - Thursday, August 09, 2007
HB was 152 bpm at 22 weeks.

Daddy felt the baby move for the first time! - Tuesday, July 31, 2007

Ultrasound - Wednesday, July 11, 2007
The baby was VERY VERY busy weighing in at just 9 ounces! He/she measured 4 days earlier then the currant due date (but Dr. is keeping EDD as 12/14 for now). The beautiful heartbeat was 156 bpm.

Felt Baby Move For The Tirst Time - Sunday, July 08, 2007
I am about 17.5 weeks today.

Heard Heartbeat! - Friday, June 15, 2007
I am 14 weeks and the heartbeat was 156 beats/minute. Still wonderful to hear!

Heard Heartbeat! - Tuesday, May 15, 2007
I am about 10 weeks and heard the heartbeat at my first appointment, it was wonderful! Approx. 170bpm

Blood Test Confirmed Pregnancy - Wednesday, April 04, 2007

Positive Home Pregnancy Test - Wednesday, April 04, 2007
My Journal
Thursday, March 13, 2008
We are at the end of week 2 of Brayden going to daycare. He is doing really well it seems. He has fallen nicely into thier routine, and it has created a nice routine at home too. He is growing so fast! Hopefully this weekend we can have a photo shoot and post some more picts! We love all the smiles he has, and we "chat" with him often. Brayden is still sleeping the way he was in the post below. Makes mommy so happy.
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Brayden had his 2 month check up today. He is doing great still! Everything looks and sounds good to the doctor. He weighs 13lbs, 1oz and is 22.5" long. 75 percentile for weight and 55th percentile for length. I had lots of questions, but was reassured that we are doing well! He has turned the corner on his eating and sleeping habits too. (mom is so happy!) Up until he was about 8 weeks he continued to eat every 2 hours, day and night. 5 nights ago he started sleeping for a 5-7 hour stretch, then up to eat, and a 2-4 hour stretch then up for the day smiling. During the day he has been feeding every 2-4 hours. He is such a smiling and happy baby! Dad and I are just delighted to see his smiles and hear his giggles each morning, such a wonderful thing to wake up to! I go back to work full time next week. We recently had a trial day at daycare while I went to work. The day went beautifully!
Thursday, January 17, 2008
Brady is 4 weeks old tomorrow! Wow! He is growing so fast and changing quickly too. He is much more alert and loves looking around. He still hasnt lost his cord stump, so we are still screaming thru sponge baths. Daddy likes to say that Brady is holding onto his mommy in every way that he can. First be not wanting to leave the womb, and now by not losing his cord stump. We can't wait to give him a real bath! We are all adjusting, Brady to life in this world and mom and dad to life with Brady.
Monday, January 07, 2008
Had our first dr. appointment today- Brayden weighs 8lbs 12oz, and 21" long! He is very healthy, and the dr. said he is doing good on breastmilk because he has grown so much!
Monday, December 31, 2007
We're slowly adjusting to life with Brady. We came home from hospital on x-mas day (because he was delivered via c-section). He is so handsome! Mom and dad love him to peices. We are breast feeding very well. He cluster feeds, he nurses (which takes an hour right now!), the sleeps for about an hour, then nurses for an hour, sleeps for an hour.- this cycle continues for 4-6 feedings- then he will sleep for 3-5 hours, and the cycle starts over again! very hard on mommy, but we should get out of this pattern soon. He hates bath time, we are learning to be fast! He loves the changibg table and getting his diaper changed. He makes lots of fuuny faces and noises too.
Thursday, December 20, 2007
We are being induced tomorrow! YAY! BAby should be here tomorrow or saturday. Sounds like it can be a long process tomorrow. Go in, they use a drug to ripen the cervix, that takes a few hours. Then they will start pitocin to start contractions, and/or break my water. Dr. guessed baby is 8.5-9 lbs. We're interested to see what the baby is. Dr. made me guess first, and I too said 8.5-9lbs. He said the mom's are usually right. We're so excited! and ready to meet our son or daughter really soon!
Wednesday, December 12, 2007
Just had my 40 week appointment. Not much progress, the baby is being very patient and seems to like the home I have created. I could still going into labor at any moment, that's what I am hoping for. Our Dr. thinks the baby is over 8lbs. Induction is not an option yet- my cervix is not favorable, and because of that they won't consider induction till a week past my EDD. The days are really hard. My body hurts so much and the tylonol is no longer helping much. It hurts to lay down on my sides or even touch them, Dr. said that is because everything is so stretched. My last day at work is friday, my EDD.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
We are ready to meet our son or daughter! Any day now it could happen. Obviously, we are hoping for sooner rather then later. But we know the baby will come when he/she is ready. Everything at home is ready, and the bags are packed. I am finding that we are keeping the house tidier, and the laundry is constantly being done. Just so we dont have to worry about coming home to a messy house when baby does decide to come into the world. My dr. appointments are uneventful. BP great, weight gain great. Appears to be a very healthy pregnancy. I'm still uncomfortable, and the days are getting longer. Nights are difficult too, as I am not sleeping much at all.
Monday, November 05, 2007
The last 2 weekends were our baby showers. They were both so wonderful and it seemed like everyone had a good time. This baby has so much stuff now, and I cant believe how different our house is going to be! Thank you everyone for all the fabulous gifts! We are greatful to have such wonderful family and friends. I love that I got to see some people that I dont get to see very often anymore. Our sisters and moms did a fabulous job planning the showers. Chris is bow hunting in Southern Ill. this week. I think he is a little worried about me because he is calling me so much. I am happy to see a concerned daddy. My mom spent the weekend with me, and we got the house even more ready for baby. My sister will be spending this weekend with me and we will do some shopping. Sorry mom, you got put to work and Emily gets to do the shopping! Just how it worked out!
Monday, October 15, 2007
We had our ultra sound today to see the size of the baby. Baby measured 1 week big. So the estimated due date will stay the same. At the Dr. appointment I was still measuring about 3 weeks big... so now we know what is exactly going on in there! It sounds like the Dr. will just keep an eye on my measurements and we may induce early if the baby stays on the big side. We got some really cute 3D/4D images of our chubby cheeked baby. I hope to scan them soon so all can view. Daddy and I are arguing over who's nose the baby has.
Tuesday, October 02, 2007
I had another Dr. appointment today. Now I start going every 2 weeks. I am measuring 3 weeks ahead. Previously I had been measuring 1-1.5 weeks ahead. So my Dr. set up an ultra sound at my next appointment to see if there is a big baby in there, or what exactly is going on.
Thursday, September 27, 2007
Time is flying. Less then 3 months until the baby will be in our arms. Chris is working hard on the new office/craft room. We both agreed that the nursery would be painted and the crib set up by the end of October. Before opening weekend of rifle deer hunting we plan to have the clothes washed, diapers ready and bottles washed and ready too. Oh, the bags packed too! I think the next 2 months will fly. I am starting to get achey more often. I am out of my nesting stage too. I have had a.m. nausea for over a week now, and praying morning sickness does not return. The kicks are getting so strong and waking me at night too. Baby is a little confused on night at day. We have some names! The girl names were easy. We fell in love with one long time ago. We have a couple back-up names too. As for boy names, we finally have one we love. Hope to have at least one more before we head to the hospital.
Monday, August 27, 2007
Daddy got his first good kick! I think it startled him it was so strong. Go baby! Go baby! We were watching TV one evening last week, and Chris rested his arm on my belly and out of the blue the baby gave him a good kick. He was all smiles and thought that was pretty neat. Over the weekend daddy figured out how to get the baby to kick him more he just has to rub my belly really fast for a few seconds and it makes the baby go crazy kicking him. Daddy thought that was a blast, but mommy did not like that when he did it at her bedtime and the baby kicked her for 30 minutes!
Monday, August 20, 2007
I saw the baby kick! The kicks were strong, so I decided to watch to see if I could see them; sure enough! It was kind of weird actually, but neat. The baby was doing arobics for about 30 minutes tonight, so I just sat on the couch and enjoyed feeling the movements and watching them pop my belly up. Chris hasnt felt the baby move too much. As soon as he comes by and puts his hand on my belly the baby stops moving. Must be relaxed from dads hands! Chris said he is excited to feel his first good kick.
Thursday, August 09, 2007
I had another appointment today with my Doctor. The baby was yet again active, and the heartrate was 152bpm. Weight gain is still right where I should be (even though it frightens me to watch those numbers climb on the scale!). We are still measuring 1 week early (consistant with the U/S 4 weeks ago), but due date remains the same. Between the u/s and measurement I am 23 weeks- but Dr. is sticking with 22 weeks. I am having lots of braxton hicks contractions lately, and the Dr. said because of my physical job outdoors that I really need to drink more water. I am drinking a ton already, but I will up it! Also I need to empty my bladder before it is full, because that can irritate the uterus and cause contractions. Gosh, I already go to the bathroom a ton.
Wednesday, August 08, 2007
Surprises are in store! Of course you all know that we are not finding out the sex of the baby before the baby arrives- so we all have that surprise! The other surprise will be the babies name. Chris and I decided not to share the names we have picked with our family and friends until the baby is here. We do intend to go into delivery with at least 2 girl names and 2 boys names ready.
Tuesday, July 31, 2007
Chris felt the baby more for the first time tonight! I drank a glass of Orange Juice, which always makes the baby move around. He patiently waited with his hands on my belly, and in just a few minutes later he felt it! He said it felt like a ripple, maybe the baby rolling over. Two days from today is our 4th anniversary! Wow, 4 years already~ seems like yesterday.... Chris has been busy working on the house. We have 3 bedrooms, currently one is our bedroom, one a spare bedroom, and the other an office. We are building an office/craft room in the basement so the nursery will be in the old office on the main level. I am excited for both rooms to be done, and lucky to have such a handy husband!
Wednesday, July 25, 2007
I have come to a realization that what is ~normal~ or what I perceive as ~normal~ will never be ~normal~ again. Abnormal is my new normal. Pre-pregnancy normal was, feeling rested and 100% good. And that was the vast majority of my days. This is something I have not experienced since easter! (and if I was tired or not feeling 100% pre-pg, I would drink a pot of coffee and take a concoction of meds in my cabinet and go on with my day)As this pregnancy has progressed, each day has been a new day with new feelings and emotions. First trimester was days on end of feeling not so great, and I longed for just one day of feeling ~normal~. I was exhausted! And longed to feel not tired again. These days I have my energy back, but there is just no such thing as ~normal~ anymore. I am always feeling a bit different... I have not slept a whole night thru in months! Something always aches too. Yet, I am doing just fine and smiling thru my day (most days anyway!). When this baby does arrive, I definatly dont think my ~normal~ will return! So feeling normal and having an ab-normal day is my new normal, and I am ok with that. (BTW- we are 20 weeks this week! HALFWAY point! woohoo!)
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
We had our ultra sound today. Chris was right there by my side for the whole thing. We were both beaming the whole time. The baby was very active (thanks to the sugar mommy ate before the ultra sound maybe?) doing flips, flops, kicks, and punches. The baby measured 4 days bigger (EDD 12/11) however the Dr. is leaving our EDD as 12/14 for now. The baby weighs just 9 ounces today, so he/she has lots of growing to do in the next few months! The heart was beating perfectly, and all the organs looked great. The placenta is where it should be, baby is head down, and the fluid sac is perfect as well. Chris thinks he saw a boy body part, but I dont think he knew what he was looking at. So we gotta wait and see! After our U/S we saw the doctor. Chris and I heard the heartbeat- 156 bpm. She had a hard time keeping the heartbeat under the dopler because the baby was so busy. I am enjoying the pregnancy right now. Morning sickness disapeared at 16 weeks, and most days I have a good amount of energy.
Sunday, July 08, 2007
I felt baby move for the first time! I wasnt sure at first, but after feeling it again a couple more times for the next few days I am sure now. The best way to describe it was a flutter. I cant wait to feel it more!
Friday, June 15, 2007
Had my 2nd doctor's appointment today. Heard the hb again, that was approximately 156 beats/minute- nice and strong. Set up appointment for ultra sound, July 11. Chris will come with too! Cant wait for him to hear the hb!
Monday, June 11, 2007
We are now into 2nd trimester! Woohoo! I still have the morning sickness gripes, I am beyond ready to be done with that! My next Dr. appointment is friday, cant wait to hear the heartbeat again. Chris's little sister got married this last weekend, we were both fortunate to be in the bridal party; however the long weekend wore me out! Up until now Chris has said he has wanted a boy, now he says he wants a girl. I cant decide if I want a boy or a girl. We already love our baby, we will be happy with a boy or a girl!
Tuesday, May 22, 2007
These days I am feeling so much better. Starting about a week ago the morning sickness started to ease- but I thought for sure it would return. However! Each day I am feeling better. My energy is also returning. Prior to becoming pg I thought "if I am tired, I will just sleep more and go to bed early". That doesnt work. Early pregnancy take so much out of your body- pure exhaustion! About 3 more weeks until our next appointment, I cant wait to hear that beautiful heartbeat again! Just 2 more weeks till 2nd trimester starts, time is flying.
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
I had my first doctors appointment today. It was very long. Lots of questions, and blood/urine samples. She also listened for the heartbeat and I was fully prepared to hear nothing. I am around 10 weeks, she said 50% of the time they dont hear it at 10 weeks. As soon as she put the dopler to my belly we heard it! It was heaven. Kind of makes all this crappy morning sickness worth it. The hb was about 170 bpm, which is she said is very strong and sounded great. My m/s seems to be easing up a bit too. :-) I dont feel so awful ALL the time, just once in awhile.
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Calling it "Morning" Sickness is an understatement. Did a man come up with that? It started around week 5, and has gradually gotten worse. Currently I am just shy of 8 weeks and have nausea pretty much 24/7 (some smells, sites, and even thoughts make me gag). I am hoping this is the worst, but so far I am getting worse each day rather then better. I cant wait to start feeling better. I have not gained a pound yet (or lost either!). Most food is repulsive, I eat because I have to. And actually eating light every couple hours helps ease the queeze. Chris is great. He is preparing all our dinners. I need my protien, but cant stand the site of it raw. He has really picked up all my slack here at home too. I am incredibly tired, and require a ton of sleep. Working 60 hours a week is taking its toll on me too. And on a postive note- I have my glow! Supposedly by now my body has increased blood supply by 50%.
Saturday, April 14, 2007
I cant deny it any longer. Morning sickness started about 3 days ago. I feel queezy all the time, esp. when I wake up. So I put some crackers by my bed and I eat them before I get up. I am trying to keep my tummy full, because shortly after I feel hungry I feel the worst. I can deal with feeling queezy, but feeling like I could vomit all day long really isnt fun.
Tuesday, April 10, 2007
I have the scent of a dog! It is driving me crazy. Everything smells so strong. Chris thinks it is comical that I am always saying "that stinks!". Unfortunatly I am noticing the bad smells more then the good smells.
Friday, April 06, 2007
Wow, we are so excited! We are starting to spread the news. Originally we agreed to wait to tell everyone for a little while, Chris got a little excited and started sharing at work and before he knew it pretty much everyone knew. So, we are telling everyone now! We plan to tell my family easter sunday when they are all together for breakfast. We will probably tell Chris's family sooner as they wont be together easter sunday. It is so exciting sharing our news and seeing the big smiles we are receiving. I Love that Chris is so excited and ready for this too. I knew he was, but this really confirms it all. By the way, please sign our guestbook!
Wednesday, April 04, 2007
After 7 months of TTC, we did it! We are expecting #1. I sort of had a suspision that I was pregnant before testing, but when I saw a second faint pink line on the test I was still a bit doubtful. So, at 5 in the morning, I went to the store and bought more tests. I also got a small easter basket and bib that says "our little tiger" and has a tiger on it. This test was digital, and said PREGNANT. I had no doubt any more.I placed the digital test and the bib in the basket. Put it in Chris's bathroom and waited for him to wake up. For those that know Chris, I would not dare pounce on him screaming "I'm Pregnant!" or I would be reporting a black eye too. He isnt a morning person. So, 5 minutes before he walked out the door he woke and saw it. He was so happy.

clipping my toenails

This weekend is my birthday, and I mentioned to chris that I deserve a "thoughtful" birthday gift. He was trying to think of some thoughtful things last night, and I reminded him that it doesnt have to be a "thing" or a gift in the traditional way. So I suggested that he thinks hard and put some thoughtfulness into this. He did come up with one "thoughtful" idea- clipping my toenails for me. I told him good idea, now work with it... keep going.... I'll keep you posted on what he comes up with! (really, clipping my toe nails is thoughtful. He realizes that it is getting difficult for me to do.)

We are making it official and announcing that at 21 months we are 100% bottle free! Brady just quite asking for it about a week ago and hasnt asked for it since. woohoo! now we are working on establishing a new night time routine to help him settle down before bed time. Falling asleep has been taking him 30-45 minutes because he just hasnt settled down. My hopes are getting his father on board in the new nighttime routines, since chances are this will become a daddy thing when baby #2 comes home.

GOOD night!

Normally it is my job to get B to sleep. We rock and he drinks a bottle, then I carry him off to bed. He will not rock with his daddy if mom is in sight. Last night I went to bed early, and left daddy to put B to bed. Shortly I heard someone trying to get into my bedroom (we have those child proof door things on the door). Then I heard nothing, and nothing, and nothing. I listened for about 5 minutes worrying that daddy was neglecting him and brady was in the corner eating batteries, so I snuck out of the room and peaked into the living room. No brady, so I ask Chris were he was, he said he hadnt seen him in a long time. (very responcible daddy, huh?) I first check the bathroom, a favorite place to play! then the book shelf, and last B's bed. He put himself to bed!!!!! covered himself up and everything. No bottle! It was so sweet! Better yet, he slept till 6am!

I am thinking it helped that momma wasnt in sight, otherwise he would have asked to rock. I really hope this trend continues! This is huge, he is 19months and has never gone to bed on his own, without someone else, or a bottle, or a ride in the car.

BIG teeth = BIG boy!

Brady just transitioned from a baby to a boy! 2 weeks ago he sprung (painfully) 4 BIG molars. They look so big and really made him look grown up!



Considering he is almost 19months old, I want to totally get him off the bottle. He only gets it for naps and bedtime. However, daycare EASILY got him off the bottle for the naps. It isnt working for me. I figure this is something that is going to have to take commitment, dtermination and ear plugs on my part (and dad's). However, if anyone has any suggestoins, please share! He uses that bottle to go to sleep.

My 18 month old!

Brady turned 18 months of sunday! I forget his height and weight, so I will post that another time. When he got his shots, he was so adorable! He said "oww, oww, oww". didnt even cry! what a toughie! On our way out the door I asked him to say thank you and bye bye.... he shook his head vigorously no. For hours after his shots he kept saying Oww.

Some of his words at 18 months are:
mama: of course! sometimes mom
dada
mum mum- as in num num
bah-ohl, he isnt saying ba-ba anymore, B is really trying to say bottle.
what is that? that is pretty clear, and FREQUENT!
dank you- thank you
dah- duck.
where is it? always with a shoulder shrug and hands upturned.
owwww- any slight injury is a reason for a hug and a kiss!
iss- kiss
ah-lee: trying to say Oliver, his dog. Ollie for short.
woof- barking like a dog.

Happy First Birthday, Brady!

Because I have dial up at home, I am not able to post all the photo's I would like to. So you are gonna have to wait! In the meantime, here is a classic first birthday shot. ;-)

We had a party for Brady yesterday. Because of the the weather my whole family did not make the 2.75 hour trip (they had 4" of snow by 5pm last night!). And Chris's parents couldnt make the trip either. Chris's 2 sisters and thier families were able to join us. We also called a few local friends last minute and asked them if they wanted to join us. (didnt invite them originally because with just our parents and siblings and their family.... that makes 23 people, a full house). So, Tony and Andrea from across the street joined us (they are expecting thier first baby any day now. Brady would love to share his birthday with him!). And The Swens joined us too. We kept is casual and fun. And it was! Thanks to those that were able to make it! It was nice to be able to celebrate with you! Those that couldnt make it, you'll get your turn!

Highlights.... the cake on the face! Cousin Lydia helping open gifts. Brady debating giving Lydia a black eye (hahaha, just kidding! but watch out lydia at your next party!) Chris's top notch bloody mary's. good friends and family. Lots of laughs and smiles!

Last night Chris and I were chatting about the day and the fact we have a 1 year old. First, fabulous day for all of us! 2nd, we have the most wonderful little boy. Way more amazing then we ever imagined. The first year of a baby's life is incredible, all the changes they go thru, and watching them become who they are. We are so much in love with this little boy!

dancing in the kitchen at 5am

Brady and I had some fun this morning dancing in the kitchen to some Bon Jovi. He is the cutest little dancer, it is so precious!

We were dancing because he slept from 8-4:45!!!! without waking! This is huge! SO HUGE! He has never slept over 6 hour stretches, and the norm has been waking every 4-5 hours. I hope it is not a coincidence. Hopefully it is the effects of our "teaching brady to sleep".

We seem to be naturally weaning- I realized that yesterday. It is bittersweet. Awesome that he is ready and doing it on his own, isnt that a nursing mom's dream? Sad because my little baby is growing up, but happy because he is becoming an independant little man.

He is WALKING!

Brady is about 10.5 months and is walking! More then a couple random steps, but he is walking clear across the room! It even appears that he is prefering to walk over crawling. Except this morning, when he crawled at lightning speed to the dog bowls.

Daddy calls us every evening to check up on us and see what is happening. I think he misses Little B. He always asks what he is doing, such as giving 5's, so bigs, and all that good stuff. Daddy will be surprised to see him so skilled at walking when he returns.

Have I blogged that as of last week my hours have been cut back? Not sure.... Anyway, I feel so much more human and happy. I'm working M-Th 8-5. (a perk of working seasonally I guess) My whole outlook on things is much better and less stressed. Life isnt feeling so chaotic these days. With Dada gone, I leave at 6:45 (like usual) to drop off brady. But now I have to pick him up to, that is at 6. I really dont have much quality time with Little B on working days, but we have been making up for it on my days off.

mama!

Brady said Mama to me this morning! Yay! for a couple weeks he has been saying it while crawling to me crying hard, saying mamamamama. This morning, it was plan as day, a "i am happy" sort of tone Mama.

He has been braver taking some more steps too. He also trys to stand up from sitting without holding on to anything.

such a little boy now.

first word!

Dada. He said Dada, to his Dada last night. Doesnt seem fair, does it? But I will let Dada have his happy ~moment~. ;-) Never mind that Mama nourished you for months on end, and is still giving up sleep for you. ;-) It's still sweet he said his first word, even if it wasnt Mama. :-)

more 6 month stuff

I just wanted to add more of what the little man can do. He can sit up unsupported for about 30plus seconds. Rolls both ways avidly. Looks like he is about to take off crawling too!

6 month appointment

Brayden had his 6 month check-up and shots today. He weighs 18lbs and 13 oz, and is 27" long. 75th percentile for weight and 75-90th for height. He tried eating the paper covering on the table, Dr. L's tie, his ear checker thingy, and mom's collar. He did great getting his shots too, as good as you can be for getting 6 shots in 2 legs!

daddy was concerned that brayden doesnt respond to his name being called. The dr said not to worry about that until a year, but he may respond as early as 9 months. He can have water, but doesnt HAVE to have it. There is no limit to the amt of water he can have a day.

thriving 4mo

Brayden had his 4 month pedi appointment yesterday. He is 16lbs, 14 oz, and 25" long. 95th percentile for both! Dr. said he is very healthy, and looks quite active. All good news to report.

I have been joking lately that it is a good thing he spits up so much, or else he would be a 25lb 4mo!

I have finally convinced Chris that we NEED to hire someone to clean for us. I just get one day a week off... and yesterday was spent doing laundry, playing with Brayden and napping for 2 hours (I am damn tired!!!!) with Brayden, oh his dr. appointment too. I prefer to use the limited time I have at home with my cutie pie instead of frantically cleaning. If I didnt work 55-60 hours a week, things would be different. In the meantime- this is worth it to me! And we both feel great about who will be doing the cleaning.

Brayden is trying out a new bottle today. With things so unclear about BPA, and bottles are cheap enough, we are thinking of making the switch. We researched it when we bought our BPA containing bottles, and at that time it seemed like it only leaches when micro'ed in or frozen in. So we freeze in glass, and never micro. Now there could be more to it. Guess it comes down to spending a few more $$$ and getting a safer bottle is just worth it even if we dont quite know the dangers. I hope we find a good replacement bottle easily!