The Stats

Grace is now 3 weeks, 3 days old

Last Thursday, at her two week check-up she was 8lbs. 1oz., 20.25 in. long.

The doctor also let me know her head was a little larger than average--she then commented that Grace looks a lot like her daddy!

I have felt that God has answered prayer after prayer concerning Grace and me over the last few weeks. God is so good, and I am so thankful! The first week, I was elated, but exhausted. The second week I cried a lot. The third week, Grace seemed to get into more of a rhythm, and I even got to sleep for a few 4 hour stretches at night. This week, she seems to be going through a growth spurt, which means lots of feedings and little sleep, but I can't wait to get her weighed tomorrow.

We are enjoying Grace so much!

Lovin' on Grammie

Little Mitts

She looks like a little turtle...or an old lady!

She has loved taking baths so far...seems to relax her...she pees all over the towel about 1 min after her bath--every time without fail so far! She'll hate that I shared that later! :)

First trip to Redwood Christian Fellowship

Hanging out with her new friend Allie--who slept the whole time.

1 Week Old...Fastest Week of Our Lives!

First weight after the jaundice episode...weighed 6.12 on Thursday...7.4 on Tuesday, so glad she's gaining weight!

Going to visit her new little friend Allie who was born on 10/30


Ready to trick or treat next door at Grammie's

Saying bye to Dad as he heads back to work

Meet Baby Grace...

We are just so in love with her and extremely thankful to God for the wonderful gift she is! After a long labor, she arrived on Monday at 1:03pm weighing 7 1/2 lbs. and measuring
20 in. long

Miss Crabby Apple

Good to know she already has a sense of humor!

Here's what she thinks of having jaundice. ;) We were discharged Tues. evening, but headed back to the hospital this afternoon when she became very lethargic and was having trouble eating. We waited for the blood results and were glad to be allowed to bring her back home. She's been doing much better since this evening...who knew we'd be so happy when she finally pooped! The many joys of parenting we have to look forward to. We'll be taking her to the pediatrician tomorrow just to make sure she's really getting over it. Thank you all for your love, prayers, and support.

Making Progress...

So time is winding down, but our list of things to do hasn't! We've been very busy lately. My mom and sister moved out 3 weeks ago--they were able to move into the place right next door. We've all been working hard to get everyone settled...sorting, yard sale tomorrow, moving storage units, my last day of work, painting baby furniture...I'm sure you can imagine. It's been a stressful time, but little by little we've been checking things off our list and getting more "ready" for our little girl to arrive--although, as someone aptly pointed out, "you're never completely ready"! Ready or not, we can't wait to see and hold Baby Grace.

38 1/2 weeks

This was tonight, while we were out on our dinner date.

37 weeks

36 Weeks

35 weeks

34 weeks

Baby Shower

Some dear friends of mine threw me a baby shower this last Saturday. It was a fun afternoon, although I'm never comfortable when all eyes are one me--so opening all the gifts was...fun! and embarrassing! I am always amazed at how generous the people around us are. I received so many adorable clothes for Baby Grace and a number of other useful items that will come in handy very soon.

Rachel's handmade sign for Baby Grace--love it!

There are a lot more baby showers coming up this season!

My mom and Gillian. Dallass is lucky my mom gave her back! She can't wait to be a grandma, she's been pouncing on any kid around!

Me and my lovely sister (aka Auntie Vivi), who is very excited about her new niece!

33 weeks

Here's me and Baby Grace at 33 weeks. We are both growing like crazy! :) I have still been feeling pretty good other than tying my shoes and rolling over in bed at night is getting a little more difficult. Beginning to feel a bit nervous about labor--who really likes pain anyway?! What can I say? I am just so glad that up to this point there have been no complications. Praise God!