Happy One Month Birthday Caleb

One month ago today a beautiful young lady named Mariah gave us the most precious and perfect gift she could ever give, her son. That's right, Caleb turned one month today, seriously where did the last four weeks go? We love him so much and are in ah of him everyday. He is changing and developing so quickly.


What He Is Doing
-smiling (and they aren't fart smiles)
-cooing non-stop. Which is a good thing, because I don't know how much he's going to be able to talk when he gets older with Elyse around.
-starting to hold his head up on his own
-identifies specifically who Dada, Mama and Elyse are
-playing with the water in his baths
-sleeping more at night

Overall, it's been a wonderful month and we look forward to the many more that will be here in no time. Happy 1st Month Birthday Caleb, we love you so much!!!

A Picture That Melts My Heart

Sleepless in Minnesota

So I have dreaded these days for over 28 months, the day where my child does not take naps. Unfortunately I think it may have come a little sooner than originally planned. Twice this week Elyse has decided she does not want to nap. She doesn't scream, fight it or complain, just sits in her room and sings. I went in today and asked if she was tired, she instantly said, "No." I gave her some books and successfully she spent the next 30 minutes having some quiet time. I don't believe her naps are gone forever since yesterday was 2 hours long. I also know she gets enough sleep since she sleeps 12 hours each night, but I still want to cry just thinking that this beauty below may not nap for me anymore.

Thankfully this handsome guy below still naps :)

Natalie Recommends

My new favorite Mama item and my recommendation to all moms, especially ones with more than one child, THE MOBY WRAP!

I believe many new parents go out and buy themselves a baby carrier. With Elyse we had both a side sling and the Baby Bjorn. I didn't care for how they felt on and were a pain to get the child out of. Therefore, when Nate's brother and sister-in-law sent us all their baby stuff and they wrote a note saying the Moby Wrap was their greatest baby position I was hesitant. However, after learning how to wear it, I quickly fell in love with this wrap! It compacts into my baby bag, really is super easy to get baby in and out of, extremely supportive as well as comfortable, and can hold up to 35 pounds in a variety of carrying positions. Overall, a must have for any parent.

A BIG thank you to Shawn and Amelia for sending their #1 baby item to us, which has now become my #1 item. Love you guys!

Lover of Baths

As I have written before, Caleb LOVES his baths. He doesn't like getting out because he gets so cold. Although if he is in the warm water, has a warm wash cloth on his chest, and can see himself he is good to go.

Real Men Wear Pink

I have often heard the statement, real men wear pink. Well I guess our two week old little boy is already a real man since he is proud and comfy sleeping surrounded by pink.
Story behind him sleeping in pink. First off, to save myself from looking like a horrible, unfit mother, Elyse and I were with him the entire time and I monitored him every few minutes to make sure he didn't move the blanket over his face and he NEVER sleeps with a pillow or loose blanket. Okay, now that I got that said, right after Elyse wakes up from nap the first person she asks for is Caleb. Therefore, everyday, Elyse, Caleb and I read books, talk or sing in her bed for awhile. Today while laying in bed, she started to sing to him while rubbing his stomach and he feel asleep. It was super sweet and because he looked so peaceful I didn't want to move him. Instead I captured him in something that will probably not occur again for a long time, him in pink.

Caleb at 2 Weeks

I can't believe it, Caleb is 2 weeks old already. These last two weeks have flown by, and probably have been one of the best two weeks of my life. I am so in love with my family, I feel so blessed and thankful right now.

Anyway, for those interested, Caleb's 2 week appointment went great! He gained just under a pound and grew two inches. Our doctor really believes his birth length was probably a little inaccurate since he was a little ball. So he clocked in at 8 lbs, 6 oz and 20.5 inches. Looking mighty strong. Everything else sounded great and looked great. He is a solid eater, lover of baths, great sleeper and hates being cold. He is wide eyed when Elyse talks to him and overall, perfect.