2 Month Check-Up...

Easton had his 2 month check-up today.  This was the day I had been dreading since he was born.  Everyone said that this was the check-up where he gets his shots and it was such a hard visit on the parents.  I knew that I would probably cry because of him crying and because I'm just sensitive and cry a lot (haha). . .Well . . . I was RIGHT.  I cried right along with him :(  He was so happy then. . . All of a Sudden. . . a burst of tears and a crying scream to go along with those tears.  Justin was the only one not crying. . .and the nurse who was giving the shots.

His Battle Wound

Baby E is one tough little guy.  The crying only lasted a couple of minutes and he was fine.  He then slept the whole way home.  We knew he would be tough through this visit.  When we were at the hospital, Dr. Benzick (our pediatrician) said that he slept right through his circumcision. . . OUCH ;)  We are so proud of our little guy and he had an outstanding report.  He is growing and developing right on track. 

Resting at Home

I love it when we are affirmed at the doctor's office. . .It's kind of like being in school again and you get grades on your report card.  He lets us know that we are doing a Great job as parents and are nurturing his development :). . . and not screwing up too bad ;) haha

Easton at 2 Months (8 Weeks):

12 . 4 lbs

23 . 5 inches

Favorite things he does: 

-Cooing

-Smiling (starting to show his dimples)

-Peddles his legs like a bike

-Laughs in his sleep

-Lights up when he sees me or his Daddy 

-Holds his head up

-Gets excited by the fan or lights

-Likes to be outside

One of My Favorite Pictures of Easton

**Just a side note:  We LOVE our pediatrician.  He was recommended to us by a friend of mine and I am so happy that we chose him to take care of Easton.  He is so informative and seems to care so much for the kids**

Our Little Fishy...

Easton had his first experience in a swimming pool the other day.  I was a little hesitant about it because I am always wondering at what age I should expose him to certain things.  I don't want to him to learn things late or doing things that he's not ready for.  I guess you could say that I am bit of a worry wart :)  I also get a little concerned about the heat.  This heat is KILLING me...so if I'm hot, then I know he's got to be hot too (I'm glad that I'm not 9 months pregnant during this hot and dry summer). 

We made sure that the shallow part of the pool was shaded before we put him in.  I bought him a cute swimsuit from Gymboree (he's worn it a couple of times but he never got in...haha).  Justin got in with him while I took pictures.  I think that is how it usually is...the mom is always the one taking the pictures and the dad is always in the pictures :) 

I think he liked the pool.  He didn't cry when we put him in, so I take that as a good sign.  We put him in with a regular diaper and it was so heavy by the time we pulled it off of him.  Justin thought he should go skinny dipping...so we took off his swimsuit (Hope he didn't pee in Lolly's pool...haha).  I know when he gets a little older he is gonna love the water and love to go swimming.  

**I used this app on my iPhone (that I'm obsessed with) called Instagram to make the pictures like they are**

Not Spoiled...LOVED :)

** Warning ** These are personal opinions and views :)

Can you spoil a newborn??  A question that is answered by many people so differently.  I have many friends who say you can't and they held their babies as often as they wanted. . . and I know others who say you can and to put the babies down and not hold them as much.  I, personally, don't believe you can spoil a newborn.  After having Easton and being with him 24/7 for 6 six weeks, I now have the belief that a newborn is not spoiled. . . they are LOVED.  Easton is not spoiled. . . He is Loved :)

For 9 months all he knew was a nice, cozy, warm environment where everything he needed was taken care of, AND THEN, all of a sudden was thrown into a loud place where the temperature changes, random people are holding, touching, and talking to him, and he has to learn to eat and sleep with all of this new chaos around him.  His little sweet cry is key to his survival. . . it's his communication tool.  He has a cry for when he is hungry, has a dirty diaper, is hurt, needs to feel secure, bored, tired, just needs a good cry, etc..  He is 110% dependent upon Justin and I.  Our job, as parents, is to take care of his every need until he can do things himself.   

There are times that Easton just wants to know that he is safe and there are people there to make him feel secure.  Holding him makes him feel protected and I think makes him happy.  Plus. . . he is only this little for just a short period of time.  I'm going to take every advantage that I can to hold him, snuggle with him, and just love on him.  (I do hold him a lot, but not all the time.  He is put down to play and sleep).

Now, when he gets a little older and starts to learn more about his environment, I do believe that's when he can be spoiled.  When that day comes, I know we will continue to love him and give him what he needs with certain limits. . . But for right now. . .

He is one LOVED little guy :)

and one Happy Baby

Sweet Dreams...

My Snuggle Bug

One of my favorite things to do is take naps with Easton.  It's always hard for me to sleep because I'm usually watching him dream. . . He makes such sweet faces.  When he smiles while he is dreaming, it makes my heart melt.  The moments I cherish the most are when he falls asleep on my chest or on my shoulder.  I know that there will come a day where he no longer can lay on me or will want to take a nap. . . but until that day comes, I will take as many chances as I can to enjoy these cuddly moments with him.    

Sleeping with Daddy

We have been very blessed to have a baby who LOVES to sleep.  He is just now starting to sleep through the night (6 weeks old).  It's not every night, but we will take what we can get ;)  Sometimes it's not the quietest slumber you could possibly get either.  There are moments when our room sounds like a family of bears...haha.  We have Easton making noises, Sparky snoring, Justin snoring, AND. . . occasionally me :)   

There is just something about sleeping babies that is so innocent, so sweet, and just so peaceful.  I always wonder what babies could possibly be dreaming about . . . bottles, diapers, baths, burps??    Whatever Easton is dreaming, I know they are sweet dreams :)  









4th of July Weekend...

We decided to go to my parents on Sunday (the day before the 4th) so we could spend time with them and so they could see Easton.  Last year, they were able to come up here and spend the Holiday with us and Justin's family...but this year, there was a lot going on with the cows out at their land and they were unable to come.  I'm so thankful for my family and just wish that we lived closer to them.  When we are able to visit them at their house in the country...I always appreciate things just a little bit more.  My parents have never been people who have wanted things in excess...they appreciate the simple things in life...and they "want for nothing".  I admire that so much and am so thankful that they instilled that in me.  I hope to pass that on to Easton.  I think he is going to make a great cowboy and I hope he loves the country as much as we do.

 Sitting with his Grammy...enjoying the Beautiful View

 Haha...this one just makes me laugh...

Redneck ;)

 He had a long day in the country.

 We had a blowout on our way home :(  This is not fun when you have the whole backseat loaded down with luggage, a baby, and a dog.

 I was trying to keep everyone cool in the front seat while Justin changed the flat.

We got home from my parents on the 4th and Justin went to his parents to swim in their new pool...which is amazing by the way...while Easton and I took a little nap.  We went over there later for the Big Reveal.  My sister in law (Jennifer) is pregnant and due in December.  They decided to tell people the gender of the baby on the 4th.  They had a box full of balloons that their two girls had to open which told if it was a boy or girl.  I totally thought it was a girl...but as you can see...I was wrong.  

BLUE Balloons

Easton is going to have so much fun with Ryan Marshall Kirk.  We are so excited for them and can't wait to meet him.

Cute cousins in their matching outfits that Lolly got them...Next year there will be 4

Pretty Baby...Happy 4th of July

Hope everyone had a great time. Can't wait until next year :)

"29 is the Best One Yet"...

That's what Justin said at then end of the day on his 29th Birthday (July 2nd).  I'm glad he had a better 29th birthday than I did.  I think I cried the whole day (haha)...and on my 30th...I cried too (I was pregnant, hormonal, and attended a funeral for my Aunt that day).  31 can't get any worse...I'm hoping. 

I'm so glad that Justin had such a great Birthday, considering that we really didn't do a whole lot that day.  Over 100 degrees outside and a month old baby isn't a good combo.  Justin got up early and went fishing at his grandparents place and then we had a lazy day in bed (just us 3).  Later that evening, we went over to his parents house to open presents and then out for dinner to Babe's :)  I don't know why we keep going back to this place...We always stuff ourselves and leave feeling so gross and never wanting to eat there EVER again.  We finished the night with PTA pie (Justin's favorite) at his parents house.  I'm so glad that the his family was able to help him celebrate :)  It was a quiet day...but it was a GREAT day.

Happy Birthday Justin

 Our first picture together since the hospital

Easton was snoozing away in his carseat...that's why he's not in the picture.  He stayed this way the whole time until it was time for him to eat.