MERRY CHRISTMAS
From Andrew, Ashley & Alekzander
Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.
Luke 2:14
Luke 2:14
Friday, December 25, 2009
Thursday, December 17, 2009
Photos @ 2 weeks old
OK... enough rest...
doesn't he look so excited about his first Christmas coming up?!
Aunt Tessa snuggle time!
Some QT with Grandma Markovitch
Smiling for the camera! :)
Tuesday, December 15, 2009
Mystery or Baseball Prodigy?
Last night/this morning Alekzander was fussy after his 5:30 feeding. I went and checked on him several times and eventually tried the pacifier. Though half asleep myself, I know I put it in his mouth and left him lying there sucking. A few minutes later he was crying again; so I went to check on him thinking I'd find the pacifier stuck uncomfortably under his cheek. I couldn't find it anywhere - not in his swaddle blanket, or under his stuffed Cyrus... no where in or under his crib. I finally got him settled sans paci and started to leave the room... when I got to the door, I saw the pacifier in the corner behind the door (which I had closed prior to leaving him and then once I came back in). There was no way I could have kicked it because I walked forward - not backwards... so the only thing that makes since is that Alekzander must have chucked the pacifier about 8 feet to the opposite corner of the room through the bars of his crib... You decide - mystery or baseball prodigy? I told you my child is extraordinary!!!
Sunday, December 13, 2009
Eighteen
In 18 days, Alekzander and I have learned a lot - about ourselves and one another. For my new mommy friends, here are 18 lessons I have learned since meeting my sweet little boy. I can't wait to learn more as I watch Alekzander grow.
1. Baby expressions are hilarious to watch as they are ever changing.
2. While waking a sleeping baby to eat seems counter-intuitive, your sanity is worth the forced schedule.
3. Even good natured babies have a witching hour - or two or three.
4. Breast feeding does hurt - but it gets easier for mommy and baby.
5. Baby socks don't smell after being worn for a day or two - unless the baby kicks his feet near/in his dirty diaper.
6. PJ day is acceptable for mom and baby - even if the day turns into days and the same PJs are worn two days in a row. Its not like either one of you is running a marathon.
7. Most noises that come out of baby are cute. The not-so-cute noises are followed by a not-so-cute smell!
8. Don't change a diaper too early during a feeding because baby will fill it again before he's done eating!
9. Gold stars are not handed out during labor. C-sections hurt, too!
10. Mittens will save a baby's silky smooth complexion and keep their hands warm.
11. Don't be a super mom and over-prepare/wash your collection of newborn diapers and clothing. Your newborn may not fit into either!
12. Its okay to be protective of the sweet baby that lived safely inside of you for ten months.
13. Take at least one nap during the day while baby naps!
14. Use a cloth diaper on top of the changing pad. Diaper changing can be unpredictable!
15. Daddy's have magical calming and swaddling powers.
16. It is never too early to start reading to a baby.
17. Snuggles and skin-to-skin are great for baby and mommy.
18. Remember to take a deep breath and a hot shower whenever you can. Both are priceless when you have a new baby in the house!
1. Baby expressions are hilarious to watch as they are ever changing.
2. While waking a sleeping baby to eat seems counter-intuitive, your sanity is worth the forced schedule.
3. Even good natured babies have a witching hour - or two or three.
4. Breast feeding does hurt - but it gets easier for mommy and baby.
5. Baby socks don't smell after being worn for a day or two - unless the baby kicks his feet near/in his dirty diaper.
6. PJ day is acceptable for mom and baby - even if the day turns into days and the same PJs are worn two days in a row. Its not like either one of you is running a marathon.
7. Most noises that come out of baby are cute. The not-so-cute noises are followed by a not-so-cute smell!
8. Don't change a diaper too early during a feeding because baby will fill it again before he's done eating!
9. Gold stars are not handed out during labor. C-sections hurt, too!
10. Mittens will save a baby's silky smooth complexion and keep their hands warm.
11. Don't be a super mom and over-prepare/wash your collection of newborn diapers and clothing. Your newborn may not fit into either!
12. Its okay to be protective of the sweet baby that lived safely inside of you for ten months.
13. Take at least one nap during the day while baby naps!
14. Use a cloth diaper on top of the changing pad. Diaper changing can be unpredictable!
15. Daddy's have magical calming and swaddling powers.
16. It is never too early to start reading to a baby.
17. Snuggles and skin-to-skin are great for baby and mommy.
18. Remember to take a deep breath and a hot shower whenever you can. Both are priceless when you have a new baby in the house!
Saturday, December 12, 2009
Wednesday, December 9, 2009
Alekzander's playtime
Ashley caught a little bit of Alekzander's playtime... he obviously loves the little dog that Nate & Noelle gave him!! :)
Friday, December 4, 2009
Normal? or Extraordinary?!
This past week has been exhausting but incredible as I begin to adjust to motherhood. We have a healthy, big, strong baby boy on our hands who amazes us every day.
During our very surreal hospital stay, and my extremely scary c-section, I was an open book about my physical pain. I decided everyone in the room constantly needed a play by play description about what I was feeling, especially during surgery. The nurses and doctors kept telling me everything was normal, but they knew my acute awareness of everything was causing me to panic. To me, the sensations were not normal, but I was thankful that I had a team of professionals - and a calm husband by my side. When I finally heard Alekzander's vigorous cry, I was able to relax a little because I knew that he was here and well.
Since then, the focus has been less on me and more on him. Analyzing every cry, startle reflex, breathing pattern... I'm constantly wondering if his behaviors are "normal." Every doctor, nurse, and lactation consultant has assured me that my baby is healthy and normal. The other night while watching Alekzander feed, I realized that I didn't have a normal baby; I have an extraordinary baby. Of course I am biased, but he is nothing short of amazing. He is strong and alert, and absolutely precious.
We had our first 'away-from-home' adventures of parenthood...which left us all a little tired and a little frazzled at times. On Tuesday, we took him to the pediatrician for his first visit. The doctor reminds me of Santa - a very wise and well educated Santa! Our appointment fell during Alekzander's feeding time, so we had a mad little hungry guy on our hands for a while. But he was a perfect patient and didn't even cry when they weighed and measured him. Fully stretched out, Alekzander is 21 inches long (not 20 in. as they 'estimated' when he was born) and weighs 8 pounds and 6 ounces.
Yesterday we tried to time a trip to Target during a nap time, but Alekzander didn't really like Target. He screamed throughout half the store and only stopped when his stroller wheels hit the carpet in the baby section. What a smart little boy! :)
Bath time also proved to be a little stressful yesterday, but all of our excitement made for a good night's rest! We're surviving...and are absolutely smitten!
During our very surreal hospital stay, and my extremely scary c-section, I was an open book about my physical pain. I decided everyone in the room constantly needed a play by play description about what I was feeling, especially during surgery. The nurses and doctors kept telling me everything was normal, but they knew my acute awareness of everything was causing me to panic. To me, the sensations were not normal, but I was thankful that I had a team of professionals - and a calm husband by my side. When I finally heard Alekzander's vigorous cry, I was able to relax a little because I knew that he was here and well.
Since then, the focus has been less on me and more on him. Analyzing every cry, startle reflex, breathing pattern... I'm constantly wondering if his behaviors are "normal." Every doctor, nurse, and lactation consultant has assured me that my baby is healthy and normal. The other night while watching Alekzander feed, I realized that I didn't have a normal baby; I have an extraordinary baby. Of course I am biased, but he is nothing short of amazing. He is strong and alert, and absolutely precious.
We had our first 'away-from-home' adventures of parenthood...which left us all a little tired and a little frazzled at times. On Tuesday, we took him to the pediatrician for his first visit. The doctor reminds me of Santa - a very wise and well educated Santa! Our appointment fell during Alekzander's feeding time, so we had a mad little hungry guy on our hands for a while. But he was a perfect patient and didn't even cry when they weighed and measured him. Fully stretched out, Alekzander is 21 inches long (not 20 in. as they 'estimated' when he was born) and weighs 8 pounds and 6 ounces.
Yesterday we tried to time a trip to Target during a nap time, but Alekzander didn't really like Target. He screamed throughout half the store and only stopped when his stroller wheels hit the carpet in the baby section. What a smart little boy! :)
Bath time also proved to be a little stressful yesterday, but all of our excitement made for a good night's rest! We're surviving...and are absolutely smitten!
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