As all of you know by now, Joshua William McEwen came into the world on February 9, 2009. I apologize for the snail speed at which I have gotten pictures up onto this blog. I plan on updating every few days with new pictures as I am able. Dave and I are really enjoying Joshua and count ourselves lucky that he is a very good baby. We are adapting to the sleep deprivation and learning how to minimize the effects. :) For those who have gotten a chance to visit, we enjoyed seeing each of you. For those of you yet to meet Joshua, we look forward to introducing him to you soon. We are very prejudice, but think he is quite the charmer. :)
This is the board in our room in Labor and Delivery. We checked into the hospital around 11 - 11:30pm on February 8th. Megan came around 12:30am and stayed with us through the whole thing leaving at 5 pm on the 9th. Megan was unbelievably helpful during labor as she, Dave and myself became a well functioning team during contractions and pushing. Thank you to our wonderful and giving friend! I know Auntie Megan will always have a very special place in Joshua's life.
Dave, Megan and I did a crossword puzzle (in between some snoozing) during the hours of labor and waiting. Notice the appropriate title of the crossword puzzle.
Joshua a short period of time after his birth.
Getting ready to head home. Dave and I purchased his going home outfit in Rome, Italy from a very sweet older couple in a tiny store who spoke very little English. Notice how he kind of swims in the outfit even though it is for newborns. He was very little.
Tutu and G.G. came to escort Joshua, Dave and I home. They stayed with us for three weeks. They were incredible helpful. We never had to think about meals, grocery shopping or much else. They hung art on the wall and did multiple other tasks around the house. They would also watch and hold Joshua so that I could get a shower or take a nap. We loved having them here for the first part of Joshua's life. THANK YOU!!
Just as many babies are, Joshua was born with some jaundice. What it meant for him and us, was that the first four mornings he was home, we had to take him to the lab to get his heel pricked for blood draw and then an hour later would see the Pediatrician. Finally on Sunday following his birth, we got the ok to stop the daily visits as his levels started to come down. This pose is him sitting in front of a space heater under our skylight to get the natural light on his body. Joshua loves his arm up and this is a pose you will find him in frequently.
Just as many babies are, Joshua was born with some jaundice. What it meant for him and us, was that the first four mornings he was home, we had to take him to the lab to get his heel pricked for blood draw and then an hour later would see the Pediatrician. Finally on Sunday following his birth, we got the ok to stop the daily visits as his levels started to come down. This pose is him sitting in front of a space heater under our skylight to get the natural light on his body. Joshua loves his arm up and this is a pose you will find him in frequently.
Joshua got a Gator hat from his Daddy and sports it often.
This is during his first sponge bath at home. He didn't love the washing of the body part, but likes his hair being washed.
Hanging out in his turtle outfit at about 2 weeks old.
Hanging out in his turtle outfit at about 2 weeks old.
On Friday, February 27th, Joshua's official due date (ha, ha), Tutu and G.G. kept Joshua for a couple of hours (in between feedings) so that Dave and I could run and have dinner out on our own courtesy of Dave's company. Everyone was happy!
"It's been a hard day and I need a pacifier."
Hanging out in his swing.
Hanging out in his swing.
About to take Tutu and G.G. to the airport. This picture is taken in Joshua's room. The quilt behind us was made by Carol Crain. The Crains are wonderful family friends that I have know since I was very little. We are grateful for the beautiful quilt.
Joshua's first bath in his baby bath tub. Thank you to Auntie Marla and Uncle Eric for the bathtub as well as so much of the baby items we have. It has been so helpful to have all the fun stuff from them (things they used with our nephew Gates). It is unbelievable how much they sent and how useful everything has been.
Joshua was up to 6 lbs 11 oz and 21 inches long at his 2.5 week visit to the Pediatrician. We can definitely tell he is finally developing some baby fat as his legs are getting far less twig like. :)
Just plain being cute.
Joshua is very interactive in the morning. He loves to play with Daddy on the bed and try to bite his nose.
Joshua is very interactive in the morning. He loves to play with Daddy on the bed and try to bite his nose.
On Sunday the 8th, we went up the road to Briones regional park and took an approximately 2 mile walk. It was wonderful to get out and experience some fresh air on a beautiful sunny day. We had had about 2-3 weeks of rain before this and were very grateful for a reprieve from the much needed rain. Sunshine is wonderful!
Family photo during the walk.
Joshua loved being tucked in close to Daddy's chest.
Story time
Joshua's first bottle. He gets one a day, generally at night, which has been wonderful to allow me to get an extra chunk of sleep. Besides, Dad and Joshua both seem to enjoy the time together.
This was my "one month" birthday present from Dad. It is a book light and a book called "The Geography of Bliss." This is so I can read a little in the middle of the night during a feeding without having to put on a big light and majorly disturb Joshua. Very sweet. Daddy got Joshua a book called "No, no, no little turtles" for Joshua's one month birthday present.
Tummy time was spent following and starring at his little rattle dog.
Happy One month birthday, Joshua!!
1 comment:
1 month already! Happy Birthday!!!! Cute photos Lisette.
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