Eli's first trip to the doctor

Eli had his 2 week check up at the office today. He is now 21 3/4 inches long and 8lbs 15.5 oz, and still healthy as can be. She also looked over his hematoma and said that it should start going down and be barely noticeable by 4 months or so. She also said that as large as it is it could take up to a year to dissolve completely but that you wont be able to see it unless you know what your looking for. Noah spent the appointment "helping" his aunt Brooke with her work, and walking around visiting all the doctors and nurses.

So...overall a great appointment! We go back in April for his next appointment and first round of shots.

Just some pictures

These are of Eli's first bath, and Noah and Eli together.

The K'tan

Here we are using our baby wrap! I LOVE it! Eli sleeps so much longer when he is being held, so its nice to have something to use so I can get all the housework done without worrying about him getting upset. It is also great for grocery store trips. We have only used it out once but so far I love it.

Brothers

Noah loves his baby brother. He loves giving him hugs and kisses, helping mommy burp him, and helping wrap (and unwrap) his blankets. He also likes to use Eli to point out body parts (one picture he is showing Daddy where Eli's nose is).

Home

We got home yesterday afternoon. Eli had his circumcision in the morning and a check up before we left and he is still perfect. Eli has his days and nights mixed up so mommy didn't get much sleep but hopefully gets to nap during Noah's nap today...assuming Eli behaves. So far he is a great nurser and happy baby!

A few more pictures

Eli is here!

Eli was born 2-9-10 at 2:34 pm weighing in at 8lbs 8.6oz and 20.5 inches long.

The Children's Museam

Today I took Noah out to the children's museum. We were there running all over for about 2 hours before Mommy just got too tired and we had to leave...Noah could have lasted all afternoon I think! We didn't get to see everything they have there, so I am thinking we will have to make a return visit in a few months.

38 weeks

A day early again, but I had some extra time during Noah's nap so I figured I would use the time to get the picture done. I have a doctor's appointment tomorrow so I am hoping to hear some more good news about progress!

Getting things done!

I have felt great these past few days. Last night was a bit rough with Noah teething again, but the week prior I slept well and have had tons of energy. So I am using this extra energy to get a few things done around the house. Last week our dryer died on us so we had been backed up with laundry. Brandon found me a really nice used one a friend of a friend was selling (much much nicer than our old one...and even nicer than the new one we were going to get!). So this weekend I got all caught up with laundry. Today I got Noah's carseat cleaned, and replaced batteries in Noah's car mirror (it plays music and lights up), and installed one for Eli. I also stocked up on Noah's diapers which were running low, so I should be set for both boys for at least a few weeks after Eli comes. I did have a shock to my system when I bought a large box for each boy...diapers are outrageous and it is going to bankrupt us having 2 in them! I spent $90 on diapers that will only last maybe a month (if I am lucky!).

Aside from the extra things I am getting done around the house, Brandon informed me that he paid off his truck this week! That was one of our larger expenses every month and am so proud of him for getting it paid off (it still had another 15 months of payments). He has been working non stop the last few weeks and used some of the extra income we (well he) made to get it paid. It's always nice to have one less bill to have to pay each month.

That's about all that's new with us. Noah is still working on his 4 molars. One is pretty much all in, another has broke through, and the bottom two are taking their sweet time. If they don't hurry up I am going to be in for it when Eli comes. Between nigh time feedings and teeth troubles I don't know if there will be any time left for sleep!