4 Weeks Already!

Little Bulldog!




What a great week it has been with Andrew. He is so alert now...well...for a few hours of the day anyway. He loves to look out the window and watch the sun come up (and his mommy even enjoys it too).
Nana Olivier took night duty this week and we will miss her help greatly. Andrew loved her singing to him. Hmmm....guess I need to get my songs ready as he will be expecting them. Glad no one will be here to hear them but Andrew, ha.
He is growing like a weed, check out those chubby cheeks! Can't wait to see the first smile (that is, one that is not related to you know what).

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A Fun Weekend

What a weekend we had. On Saturday we made a big outing to Reiman Gardens. Nelson's parents were able to enjoy them more than us because Andrew seemed to want to eat the entire time we were there and then spit it up and then eat again. It was a beautiful day but very windy so we were only outside for a little while with Andrew. Papa Olivier left on Sunday and it was sad....hopefully we will be seeing him again soon, maybe even this summer.
I am done with my final exam so hopefully I will be able to keep up better with posting to the blog.

Andrew Sleeping

Growing Strong...

Andrew seems to develop right before our eyes....he is now gaining strength in his neck and loved tummy time this morning. How many toys does a newborn need? I went to Kmart yesterday and had to buy more developmental toys. He now has a crib mirror and seems to enjoy looking at himself. I also bought a toy that projects shapes on the ceiling in addition to playing music. The nature sounds were very nice and reminds me of camp. I could fall asleep to the constant frog and bug sounds.

3 weeks!

Andrew is now three weeks old. He has accomplished a lot in just this short time. He has powerful head movements, powerful formula hurling and grunting ability, and he is finding his voice. He loves the sound of voices and watching the sunrise.

Papa and Nana Olivier Come to Visit

Nana and Papa Olivier arrived in Iowa on Saturday. They have been spending lots of time with Andrew. Andrew seems to be growing more and more every day. He is now eating over 6 ounces every two to three hours.....wow....that is a lot of formula.

An Afternoon at Work

On Friday we took a big trip to see everyone at work. Andrew did great and only started to cry for food once everyone had been visited......thank goodness. I wonder how many more diapers I will change on my desk???

Nana and Auntie Stacey Leave

Well, today was a sad day. Nana and Auntie Stacey flew out to go home. It was a sad morning but hopefully we will be planning another trip for the summer. The time flew by way to fast. I learned lots of great tips from Auntie Stacey....who says never underestimate the power of the butt tap.

2 weeks old

Andrew is two weeks old today. He seems to be growing more and more everyday. We had a doctor's appointment today and he now weighs 7 lbs 4 ozs and has grown over an inch. He is now eating 5 ounces of formula, 8-9 times a day! No wonder why he is growing!

Andrew's First Easter

9 days old

After many months of planning Auntie Stacey finally made it to Iowa. She bonded with Andrew right away and even took care of him all night Friday night. Wow....what a difference a full night sleep made for me and especially Nelson.

We had two special visitors on Friday......

Dr. M. came over to meet our new little addition. I think they got along great! Andrew even opened his for the occassion.

Also Auntie K also came for a visit and fed Andrew.

Andrew Day 7

Andrew is a week old today. Where is the time going? It is flying by...... He had his first trip to Target today and was an angel. Of course we weren't gone very long but it was good to get out of the house. Andrew spent most of the day sleeping and eating. Boy can he eat!




Andrew loves his pacifier!

Andrew - 6 days old

Wide eyes!

Playtime!

Auntie K comes by for a visit.....she is a pro

Nana puts Andrew to sleep

Andrew Day 4

Andrew loves his swing and hearing the music
































Mom and Andrew
















What a cutie pie! This looks uncomfortable....guess not