Christine here- I have not had a chance to post much yet, but I have been taking pictures of the baby every day! Here are just a few I thought you all might enjoy...
Friday, March 30, 2007
Mamarazzi
Christine here- I have not had a chance to post much yet, but I have been taking pictures of the baby every day! Here are just a few I thought you all might enjoy...
Thursday, March 29, 2007
Post mommy blog- check!
Wow, what a week this has been. It has been such a change having our lives revolve completely around the needs of our little girl! Kathryn seems to have a mild temperment so far (thanks, daddy- I don't think we can credit mommy for that!), politely squeaking requests more than crying, but this makes it easy for her to fall asleep during feedings and difficult for me to make sure she eats enough each time. I'm getting her weighed every day though, and she is gaining nicely. She is tiny right now- the only clothes that fit her are premie size! I know she will grow soon enough though, and I am really just trying to savor little moments with her where I can. I love it when she looks in my eyes- I wonder if she knows I will be here for her and love her forever... Rob and I could both just hold her and stare at her for hours. As for the undeniable cuteness factor she has going on- not that I'm partial- she has at different times reminded me of a Campbell's soup kid and a glow worm toy (when she's bundled in a baby burrito), but she definitely has a beauty all her own. Also, I don't care if they're from gas, her smiles make me melt into mommy mushiness! We are swirling in a whirlwind of feeding, pumping, changing diapers, changing clothes, and trying to eat, visit the restroom and even sleep every now and then, but I truly feel happier and more complete than ever. It has also been incredible seeing Rob transform into a wonderfully sensitive father who is really in tune with his kid. I blush sharing this, but I am more in love with him than ever. His fierce dedication to our family just fills my heart to overflowing. We are a united team- we have to be! As for things that have surprised me so far, parenting has forced me to prioritize down to the *absolute basics*. I have pretty much let the house go, and showers are now an every-other-day affair if I'm lucky. The poor cats get an ear scratch just a few times a day. I haven't checked many items off of my to-do list (I'm so glad to have finally posted a blog!), but I just keep reminding myself that the only thing I really need to do right now is take care of my daughter and enjoy these times (well, that and wash the changing pad cover yet again, since exposure to air appears to have a laxative affect on Kathryn's little bottom.).
Monday, March 26, 2007
Sunday, March 25, 2007
Last Couple Days
Wow. Things have been pretty hectic and stressful around here ever since we got home. Kathryn has been experiencing a little bit of jaundice, which has complicated an already delicate feeding schedule. I think we're through the worst of it though. Her bilirubin level seems to finally be falling, Christine's milk has come in quite well, and we can actually keep Kathryn somewhat awake during feedings. Best of all, though, is that we don't have to keep her on that DAMN Light bed all the time. Yay! These pictures include ones taken with Grandma and Grandpa, and some of Uncle Jon and Aunt Samantha meeting her for the first time.
Child-rearing is exhausting work!
Thursday, March 22, 2007
Last Night
Dear Kathryn,
Wow! What a wonderful night. It was our first night together at home as a family. I think that Mom and I wanted nothing more than to get some sleep. Somehow we knew, though, that wasn't going to happen. We were right. It wasn't that you stayed up all night, because you slept throught the majority of it. Mom tried depserately to feed you, and help you to sleep, but didn't have any luck at all. Finally, both of us exhausted, I suggested that she hand you over to me and let me try for a while to comfort you to sleep. I held you in my arms, and, pacing back and forth in the bedroom, whispered to you and made shushing noises until you finally fell asleep. You would soon awaken every time I tried to put you down into the bassinet. So it continued, you waking up crying, me picking you up and walking with you until you fell asleep, and then you waking up again as soon as I put you down. Finally, I realized that the only way any of us would get any sleep is if I kept holding you. So I did, seemingly all night. Later I heard Mom snoring softly next to us as you slept and I stood watch. I felt like, in that moment, maybe you knew how much I loved you.
I could hold it over Mom's head that I got you to sleep when she could not, but I know that in a few short days from now, when her milk comes in, she will be the one with all of the magical powers, not me. But tonight was special, because you and I got to spend all that time together. I'd heard from friends (read: Kelly) that you'll never know how much you can love another person until you have a child of your own. I now know what she was talking about. Mom and I have only spent about 48 hours with you, and already we love you more than I think we ever could have thought possible. The Lord has truly, truly blessed us. And I don't even feel tired.
Thanks for staying up with me last night. I will never, ever, forget the time we shared together.
Love, Dad
Wow! What a wonderful night. It was our first night together at home as a family. I think that Mom and I wanted nothing more than to get some sleep. Somehow we knew, though, that wasn't going to happen. We were right. It wasn't that you stayed up all night, because you slept throught the majority of it. Mom tried depserately to feed you, and help you to sleep, but didn't have any luck at all. Finally, both of us exhausted, I suggested that she hand you over to me and let me try for a while to comfort you to sleep. I held you in my arms, and, pacing back and forth in the bedroom, whispered to you and made shushing noises until you finally fell asleep. You would soon awaken every time I tried to put you down into the bassinet. So it continued, you waking up crying, me picking you up and walking with you until you fell asleep, and then you waking up again as soon as I put you down. Finally, I realized that the only way any of us would get any sleep is if I kept holding you. So I did, seemingly all night. Later I heard Mom snoring softly next to us as you slept and I stood watch. I felt like, in that moment, maybe you knew how much I loved you.
I could hold it over Mom's head that I got you to sleep when she could not, but I know that in a few short days from now, when her milk comes in, she will be the one with all of the magical powers, not me. But tonight was special, because you and I got to spend all that time together. I'd heard from friends (read: Kelly) that you'll never know how much you can love another person until you have a child of your own. I now know what she was talking about. Mom and I have only spent about 48 hours with you, and already we love you more than I think we ever could have thought possible. The Lord has truly, truly blessed us. And I don't even feel tired.
Thanks for staying up with me last night. I will never, ever, forget the time we shared together.
Love, Dad
She's here, she's here!
Baby Kathryn Winter arrived on the last day of winter... cool, huh? Christy here, checking in for just a moment... everything is wonderful and we already love our baby more than we ever could have imagined. She is the most incredible little girl, and we are so in love!! We are just enjoying quiet (okay, I use the term loosely) time with our little family now, and plan on taking many naps over the next few weeks. We will check in as we get the opportunity, but for now, here is a note as well as some pictures from Rob:
Kathryn Winter was born on Tuesday, March 20, 2007, at 11:40 am. She weighed in at 7 lbs, 3 oz. and measured 20 inches long. Mom and baby are both very healthy, if not a little exhausted from the whole ordeal! The nurses were surprised that the whole family was able to walk out of the hospital without help. Thanks for your prayers and encouragement. I will attach three photos for your enjoyment.
Love,
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