Of course, it's second best when compared to being held and cuddled, but it's a close second when the belly is full, the diaper is dry, and the sleep has been sufficient (and Mommy and Daddy enjoy the free hands for just a few moments too).
February 27, 2013
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February 7, 2013
Life Lately
Too many pictures, but I just can't seem to choose. Plus, Oma and Opa are here, so it has been a very exciting week!
Two weeks old!
Like father like son
After his first bath at home
Oma
And Opa! First meeting of Zeke
Superbowl party 2013!
Lots of snuggle time
At times our little man becomes cross-eyed, and it's oh so cute
Zeke found his thumb and fist to suck on this past week!
Our growing boy
Three weeks old!
First bottle feeding by Dad was a success! Zeke took to it with no problem. Something less to worry about when Mom goes back to work in a few months.
Big boy outfit
We went on our first "date" since Zeke was born...a snow machine ride! Oma and Opa stayed home with Zeke while we enjoyed a little fresh Alaskan air out on the tundra. Short but sweet and good for us too.
They have the same expression in this picture : )
Moby! Such a help when you need free hands and a baby nearby
Life is changed. It's different, but for the better. Each day is flying by with greater speed, and our little guy is changing more and more with each new day. It's so fun to see bits and pieces of his personality come out, and I'm sure it will only grow with the weeks to come. It's hard to believe Zekes age will not be determined by weeks anymore but by months come Sunday! Almost a month has gone by already.
Oma and Opa have fallen in love with Zeke, as expected. It will be interesting to see if he can nap in his Pack n Play or swing once they leave. It has been so good to have extra hands around, not only to help but also to love our little Zeke. Papa will be coming immediately after Oma and Opa leave, and we're excited for more visitors!
January 28, 2013
Week Two
Some updates from the past week...
We've made it a habit to get out of the house as a family (including Kiah) at least once a day, mostly for my own sanity. The first week I didn't step outside for four days straight and was way too stir-crazy after that. So whether it's just heading out on the tundra for some Kiah playtime or running to the AC or Swanson's to pick up a few things, we still get out.
Growing boy
We finally have a baby for the Moby Wrap!
And Zeke finally has a belly button! His cord stump fell off just short of two weeks.
Bedtime story with Daddy
Two weeks old on Sunday!
We had Zeke's two-week appointment today, and he is now 9 lbs. and 21.5 in., so he is growing and all is well! Multiple people commented on how active he is already. He can roll from his back to his side. If you try to straighten his legs, he'll try to bend them. If you try to bend his legs, he'll try to straighten them. He also raises his head fairly well for a newborn. I think he'll be one of those babies who does everything early and will give us a run for our money sooner than later.
Visitors will begin to arrive this week, so we're preparing for the spoiling to begin!
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