We welcomed the newest member of our family, Henry Eliot on August 23rd. He was a happy, healthy 8 pounds. Having three kids makes everything a lot harder, so we are a little behind with posting this update. So without further fanfare, highlights from the last month of so are below.
Preparing to have the baby, with input and assistance from our panel of expert recent babies.
"You have to really feel the bounce, mom"
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| Our Construction Cowboy sizing up the situation. |
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| Time to go to the hospital. |
After an uneventful 14 hours passed, we had a new baby boy.
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First yawn on camera.
Getting washed down at the hospital: "Is there a breeze in here?"
"It is very bright out here."
Obligatory foot shot. Those wrinkled toes are irresistible.
Momma's new buddy.
Everyone seems to really like the little guy.
He is even popular with our family and friends.
Olivia was fine with this new baby . . . until it moved in on her turf. We're pretty sure she'll get used to the idea over the next three months.
After a fun-filled couple days at the hospital, we brought him home.
First Bath
With plenty of help.
Slumber party movie night.
First day of preschool.
Helping with the laundry (by not crying or spitting-up on it).
And of course getting plenty of rest.
First photo shoot at the park.
"I am officially over this."
"Save the baby"
Bring in the replacement baby.
Apparently, sitting in a basket is not fun for anyone.
Henry approved of his stand-in, since she is so darn cute.
"Are we done yet?"
Collapse into "We'll always have each other" pose after so many pictures.
We'll end with a collection showing how fun and expressive little Henry can be. Thank everyone for the well wishes, visits, calls, gifts, and especially the food. We very much appreciate everyone's love and support.
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