Two weeks old!

Lia is two weeks old already. Life around here is pretty much the same- full of feedings, diaper changes and sleeping (for Lia anyway- Mommy and Daddy still aren't getting alot of sleep). But Paul and I are really enjoying being parents. Lia goes with Daddy to take Monkey for walks and she loves to make cute faces at Mommy. I think she smiles at me and sometimes sticks out her tongue! I can't wait until she becomes more able to express her little (or big) personality.

Paul heads back to work on Monday. It was great to have him home for two weeks. Now, I'll get to fly solo with Lia which is a little scary but I'm sure we'll be great. Pretty soon I want to start a 'Mommy and Me' yoga class that is designed for new moms and their babies. It should be fun to get out of the house, meet other new moms and work on getting my body back to it's pre-pregnancy state.

One week!

We've been home from the hospital for a week already and it has been an amazing whirlwind of feedings, diaper changes, kisses and cuddles. Lia is adjusting well to her new home environment and mom and dad are trying to get some sleep. We are now trying to get her to sleep more at night and be more awake during the day. She has her schedule mixed up! When she is awake she has the cutest little facial expressions and makes the cutest little noises. It's amazing that someone so adorable could poop so much! Monkey has taken really well to his new sister too. He is very curious when she coos and makes little noises but is otherwise not too interested. Her crying doesn't bother him either which is good. Lia loves her car seat and sleeps everytime we take her for a ride. I hope that lasts. She also loves when daddy reads to her. Paul and I are so in love with our daughter. It's only been a week but it's already hard to imagine life without her. It's amazing the power babies have over us!

She's Here!

Our little girl has arrived! Lia Jeanne was born Friday July 3rd at 11:48pm. Weighing in at 6 lbs 11oz. and measuring 20 1/2 in. she is just a little bundle of joy. Labor was long (about 24 hours) and hard on mom and baby but everyone is doing great now. We are enjoying our new role as parents and just trying to ease into our new routine. More to follow later. Enjoy the pictures.

39 weeks!

I'm still pregnant! One week to go until the official due date (July 6th). I'm not showing any signs of labor so my doctor thinks she may come a little late or at the very least not early(although anything could change at any moment). I have to say that I am truly ready. Ready to not be pregnant anymore, ready to meet my little girl and ready to begin this exciting new phase in our lives.

As a way of honoring this time in my life I got a belly cast made. Now I have a bowl in the shape of my belly which will constantly remind me of this special time when Baby and I were one. It's really neat. I'm not sure what I'll put in it but right now it's decoration in our Baby's room. Perhaps my next posting will introduce you to Baby!

One Month To Go!

35 weeks down, 4 more to go. I've been feeling pretty good lately. My growing belly constantly amazes me and reminds me of the new life we will soon be welcoming to our family. She kicks my ribs alot and presses on my bladder but I am happy any time I feel her move. Sometimes I can watch my stomach move up and down. It reminds Paul of the movie 'Aliens'. It's harder to get around. It takes me forever to get comfortable in bed or on the couch and with all the pillows I use Paul has less room for himself. Paul still cooks me great food and is very patient with my ever changing requests. And our dog Monkey is more than happy to lay around on the couch with me and 'take it easy'! My doctor thinks the baby is already in the head down position and is likely to stay that way. Baby weighs about 5 pounds now. My hospital bag is packed and we're finishing up the nursery. I haven't got the 'nesting bug' yet where I feel like cleaning everything but I hear it's coming! I'm going to try to work for at least a couple more weeks. So, now we're just wrapping things up and then we wait! Can't wait to meet you Baby Girl!

Happy Birthday Paul!

Paul turns 31 on May 24th.

Here are some things I love about Paul: He's handsome, funny, charming, athletic, witty, hard-working, caring, strong, dependable and easy going.

He's not afraid to get his hands dirty. He's always willing to lend a hand to help someone. He makes the best risotto, chicken, pie crust, crab cakes, chevre tarts and anything BBQ I've ever had. He has an infectious laugh. He knows how to have a good time. He's truly an amazing man and is going to be an amazing father. I love you, Paul.

Happy Mother's Day

To my mom and all mom's out there: Happy Mother's Day! You are the caretakers of the world, and what keeps families together. I'll be joining you soon!