http://www.kellyskornerblog.com/2011/12/monogram-swap.html
Kelly's Korner is hosting a monogrammed clothing swap. I am looking for boys clothing 24 mth or larger with an H or Hudson on it. If you have something, please email me at andinwvb33@hotmail.com. Thanks!
Friday, December 2, 2011
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Friends Weekend
Three of my friends from grad school were in this past weekend. Audrey, from Nebraska who drove 9 hours, and Lyndsay and Aliece from St Louis. The girls stayed with Katie, and I got to spend the weekend with them going out to eat, making pottery, eating sushi, having drinks, watching a movie, and staying up way too late. It was so much fun being around these four girls who I spent so many hours with at school. They truly are friends I know I will have for a lifetime.
Thank you to Jeremy for watching Hudson and letting me spend my whole weekend away. You are the best daddy and husband a girl could ask for. I am truly blessed!!
Thank you to Jeremy for watching Hudson and letting me spend my whole weekend away. You are the best daddy and husband a girl could ask for. I am truly blessed!!
Hudson's 15 month checkup
Hudson had shots and his 15 month checkup on November 2nd. He got 3 shots plus a flu shot. He HATED them. The older he gets the worse they are for him. He cried so hard and it took him awhile to calm down. Sad for both Mommy and Mimi who were there with him. He didn't have any reaction to the shots besides red, swollen spots on his legs....poor guy!
He measured in at 27 lbs and 30 inches long placing his weight in the 80th percentile and height in the 50%.
Updates: He has been drinking milk before bed instead of formula. We no longer have that expense which is nice. He is now in size 5 diapers and wears 18-24 month clothes. He has 12 teeth now. His last molar finally broke through the surface (PTL!!) He is sleeping from 830 or 900 until 600 most days.
Some of his favorite things still include being outside, reading books, going on wagon rides, snuggling with mommy and daddy (which we love), wearing adult size shoes, eating, and climbing stairs.
He is growing and changing all the time. He is so much fun and keeps us on our toes. Two things he has done lately is take the broom from Mimi and try to knock off the magnets/pictures on the fridge because he wants to see them, and moved out the kitchen chair so he could climb up on it and see Gavin who was in his carseat on the table. We think our little guy is so smart! It is fun watching him learn new things daily and begin to talk more with each day.
He is beginning to repeat many more words that we say, combining two words on occasion, and trying to sing/hum songs that we sign or that are on in the car.
God truly gave us the best gift of all.....a precious Hudson. We love you with all our hearts.
He measured in at 27 lbs and 30 inches long placing his weight in the 80th percentile and height in the 50%.
Updates: He has been drinking milk before bed instead of formula. We no longer have that expense which is nice. He is now in size 5 diapers and wears 18-24 month clothes. He has 12 teeth now. His last molar finally broke through the surface (PTL!!) He is sleeping from 830 or 900 until 600 most days.
Some of his favorite things still include being outside, reading books, going on wagon rides, snuggling with mommy and daddy (which we love), wearing adult size shoes, eating, and climbing stairs.
He is growing and changing all the time. He is so much fun and keeps us on our toes. Two things he has done lately is take the broom from Mimi and try to knock off the magnets/pictures on the fridge because he wants to see them, and moved out the kitchen chair so he could climb up on it and see Gavin who was in his carseat on the table. We think our little guy is so smart! It is fun watching him learn new things daily and begin to talk more with each day.
He is beginning to repeat many more words that we say, combining two words on occasion, and trying to sing/hum songs that we sign or that are on in the car.
God truly gave us the best gift of all.....a precious Hudson. We love you with all our hearts.
Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Updates
Hudson went to two home MSU football games this year and LOVED them. He was dancing with the band/music, and wanted to stay up the whole game.
We took him to Silver Dollar City. He tried his first funnel cake, went to the Saloon show, and rode 2 rides.
He has gone to many volleyball games (Kickapoo and mommy's games). He seems to really enjoy watching the quick action.
He is talking up a storm even when you can't understand it. He is using more words daily and receptively knows so much more.
My mom now has both boys at my house since Jessie went back to work yesterday after being off 12 weeks with Gavin.
Hudson is cutting his last molar (tooth 12) right now. He seems to be feeling a little better since the edge has come through a bit.
He is in a stage where he likes to cuddle, kiss, and hug. Mommy and Daddy are LOVING every minute of it.
We are enjoying this time with Hudson so much. God is Good and has blessed us tremendously.
We are looking forward to many things in November....basketball games, visit from grad school friends, Thanksgiving, and spending time with family.
We took him to Silver Dollar City. He tried his first funnel cake, went to the Saloon show, and rode 2 rides.
He has gone to many volleyball games (Kickapoo and mommy's games). He seems to really enjoy watching the quick action.
He is talking up a storm even when you can't understand it. He is using more words daily and receptively knows so much more.
My mom now has both boys at my house since Jessie went back to work yesterday after being off 12 weeks with Gavin.
Hudson is cutting his last molar (tooth 12) right now. He seems to be feeling a little better since the edge has come through a bit.
He is in a stage where he likes to cuddle, kiss, and hug. Mommy and Daddy are LOVING every minute of it.
We are enjoying this time with Hudson so much. God is Good and has blessed us tremendously.
We are looking forward to many things in November....basketball games, visit from grad school friends, Thanksgiving, and spending time with family.
Friday, September 9, 2011
Hudson update
Hud is now 13 months and is just such a big boy. He walks and/or runs everywhere. Loves to eat and drink. He LOVES fruit, some vegetables, and mashed potatoes....those are just a few. He got so many fun and entertaining toys for his birthday that he plays with all the time. He can sit through 4-6 short books depending on the day. I think he would rather be read to than anything else (besides being outside). He loves wagon or stroller rides. He has cut 2 more teeth so we are up to 10 total now. He is finally sleeping regularly through the night. He has slept from 9pm until at least 730am every morning this week which makes it so nice for Mommy and Daddy when we have to head to work. Weekends always seem to be the days he would rather get up at 6am. haha! He loves to give kisses to Addie(all the time) and anyone else that asks for one. He is our pride and joy and we just love that sweet boy to death. All of us at the Elliott home are excited for Fall......cooler temps, pumpkins, Halloween, and FOOTBALL. Are you ready for some football??
Thursday, September 1, 2011
Back to School
Well I have officially been back to work since August 18th but the kids first day back was August 25th. I started seeing students yesterday for therapy.....so far so good. My caseload is at 47 right now at one school. I am hoping it stays that way. I am glad to be back into a routine with work and school but sure do miss my boy.
Sunday, August 7, 2011
Introducing my nephew....
GAVIN JAMES PENROSE
He was born at 4:58pm at St Johns Hospital weighing 6 lbs 10 oz and 19 1/2 inches long. He was born 3 weeks early but is doing fine. Mommy and Daddy are now at home doing well and loving every moment with their sweet son. I had the privilege of being in the delivery room with them as he was born. It is an experience I will never forget!!! Hudson and Gavin will have birthdays just 1 day apart.
Here is the first family photo after G was born.
He was born at 4:58pm at St Johns Hospital weighing 6 lbs 10 oz and 19 1/2 inches long. He was born 3 weeks early but is doing fine. Mommy and Daddy are now at home doing well and loving every moment with their sweet son. I had the privilege of being in the delivery room with them as he was born. It is an experience I will never forget!!! Hudson and Gavin will have birthdays just 1 day apart.
Here is the first family photo after G was born.
1 Year Old.....my Big Boy!
Hudson, you just turned 1 years old. Mommy and Daddy can't believe how fast this past year has flown by. We have loved every moment with you over the past year. Mommy is sad you are not her little baby anymore but happy that you are her healthy and happy toddler.
Some of your favorite things at this time are being outside, swimming, playing with the house, going on walks, taking baths (until it's time to lay down and wash your hair), balloons, your puppy, and eating. You have been walking since Father's Day and are getting so fast....sometimes I think you are trying to run.
You are still eating well. We are no longer going to buy you anymore baby food. You love cheese, cherrios, noodles, peaches, oranges, bananas, strawberries, crackers, bread, meat, mashed potatoes, and many more things. You are a really good eater which makes it easy. You drink lots of water but we are switching you from formula to whole milk right now. You are getting acquired to the new taste but we have had to water down your milk a little bit. You also tried eggs for the first time. Mommy put lots of cheese on them and you still weren't crazy about them. Nighttime still consists of an 8 oz bottle of formula (you definitely like your bottle to go to sleep with).
We just went to your 1 year checkup however you did not get shots because you were had a slight cold and haven't been feeling your best. You are now 25 lbs 8 oz which is 80th percentile and you are 30 inches tall which is 50th percentile when compared to kids your same age. You are babbling more with each day and try to repeat many things we say although they do not always sound like our words. You are very smart and understand almost everything that we say, ask, or tell you. You will be going this coming week to get your Chicken Pox, MMR, and Hepatitis A shots. Mommy hates this for you!!! One thing we are happy to see that you have finally outgrown is your reflux. We will not be getting any more refills of your medicine because you are not spitting up anymore. This we are so thankful for because it caused you so much discomfort the past year.
Your eyes will probably always be called hazel growing up but they really are still the same color they have been since you were very little. They are bluish/gray with brown in them. We get compliments on your big and beautiful eyes all the time when we are out in public. I may be biased because I am your Mommy but I do think I have the most precious baby in the world.
You still only have your front eight teeth but when we went to the doctor she said your molars are about to cut through. This is the answer to your large amounts of drool, 2-3 outfit changes a day, and fussiness which often requires tylenol. I hate that your teeth have to hurt you so bad when they come in.
You have just recently started sleeping even better (knock on wood...don't want to jinx myself). You have been only taking one nap lately so you are usually ready for bed around 830 or 900 at the latest and have been sleeping until 7 or 8. Two mornings this past week you slept until 9 and 10am....believe me I was in your room with my hand on you a few times because that is just not like our son. We are thankful for the most needed rest.
We had your 1 year birthday party on Saturday, July 30th just one day after your birthday. Many of our closest family and friends were there to spend the day with you. You got many wonderful toys and things for your birthday and enjoyed eating your cake after Mommy got your started. Two people that couldn't make it to your party that love your more than words were your Aunt Jessie and Uncle Penny....they were in the hospital giving birth to your younger cousin Gavin who was born that day. You also missed your Grandma Lana and Aunt Shea who were in Texas seeing the kids. It was a wonderful day and you were such a happy boy.
Some of my most favorite things you are doing right now include waving, trying to blow kisses, giving kisses to people and to Addie, pointing at things especially balloons or the fan, and your precious smile. You light up our worlds and we couldn't be more blessed to call you our son. God granted us the best gift of all 1 year ago on July 29th, 2010. We love you Hudson Ray.
Friday, July 8, 2011
10 and 11 Months Old
I didn't get to update right when Hudson turned 10 months old so I am playing catch up. I am now off of work and enjoying the summer with Hudson. I would think I would have more time to get on the computer to update this blog, but since I have a busy boy I actually have less time.
Some of your favorite things the past 2 months include being outside, going on walks, playing with the hose, swimming in the pool, listening to music and dancing, and eating. Your favorite song is the theme song from Dinosaur Train. You are a good eater. You still like to eat your baby food but we have been doing more solids lately. Some of your favorite foods include cheerios, cheese, crackers, puffs, strawberries, bananas, peaches, pears, potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. You like to drink from Mommy and Daddy's drinks. You have been on strictly formula for about 2 months. Mommy finally ran out of breast milk.
Your eyes are still dark grayish/blue with some brown. They are beautiful and we hope they stay that way. We get many compliments on your eyes when we are out in public. You now have your 8 front teeth. You have been drooling alot so we are thinking you have more coming in.
You are still such a happy boy and rarely cry. You fuss when you are hungry or tired. You get upset when Mommy lets Addie outside and you don't get to go or when I am changing your diaper. You love your puppy so much. You give her kisses and pet her (or sometimes slap). She likes you to chase her and throw the ball for her.
You are now consistently sleeping through the night from around 9 until 530 or 6. We often can feed you and change your diaper when you wake and put you back down until 7or 730. This makes Mommy and Daddy feel so much better for the next day.
You are very bright. Your receptive language is outstanding and you seem to understand most things that we say to you. You like to shake your head no, wave hi, clap your hands, and point up to the ceiling. You still aren't talking a ton but make alot of babbling sounds. You say yum yum when someone is eating food that you want.
We took you to the zoo for the first time on July 19th (Father's Day). You seemed to really enjoy it. You got to see bears, tigers, elephants and many more animals. Your favorite animals to watch were the otters in the water. Mommy got Daddy a bike trailer so we can go on family bike rides. You aren't a huge fan of it yet but we are hoping that you will like it better next summer.
You also took your first steps on Father's Day at Mimi and Papa's house. It started out with just 2-4 steps and by the end of the day you had taken 6. Mommy and Daddy were so proud. You are now being very brave and walking from
You went to the lake for the 4th of July. You got to swim and ride on the boat for the first time. You weren't sure about your lifejacket at the house but when we got on the boat you didn't seem to mind. During your first boat ride, you fell asleep within 2 minutes of us leaving the dock because you were so tired from not having a nap. You swam in the lake with Mimi, Papa, Auntie, Uncle Penny, Mommy, and Daddy. You also got to watch the fireworks on the boat. You discovered that you like to drive the boat and honk the horn. We knew you would love the lake as much as we all do.
You are getting so tall and starting to thin out some. Our next doctor's appointment is on August 1st. We will get to see your percentiles and you will get your shots (which you hate). Mommy is excited for you to turn 1 year old so that she can turn around your car seat to forward facing, let you try eggs, and switch you to whole milk. We have only had to buy a few containers of formula for you since Mommy was given alot of cans from a friend but it ran out. We were very blessed because it is very expensive.
We are having a 1 year birthday party for you at Mommy and Daddy's house on Saturday, July 30th. We have invited many of your family members and friends. We can't believe our baby is going to be a big one year old.
You have brought so much joy into our lives the past 11 months. We feel blessed to have a healthy, happy, and beautiful baby boy. Hudson you are my pride and joy. I love you to the moon and back.
Some of your favorite things the past 2 months include being outside, going on walks, playing with the hose, swimming in the pool, listening to music and dancing, and eating. Your favorite song is the theme song from Dinosaur Train. You are a good eater. You still like to eat your baby food but we have been doing more solids lately. Some of your favorite foods include cheerios, cheese, crackers, puffs, strawberries, bananas, peaches, pears, potatoes, and macaroni and cheese. You like to drink from Mommy and Daddy's drinks. You have been on strictly formula for about 2 months. Mommy finally ran out of breast milk.
Your eyes are still dark grayish/blue with some brown. They are beautiful and we hope they stay that way. We get many compliments on your eyes when we are out in public. You now have your 8 front teeth. You have been drooling alot so we are thinking you have more coming in.
You are still such a happy boy and rarely cry. You fuss when you are hungry or tired. You get upset when Mommy lets Addie outside and you don't get to go or when I am changing your diaper. You love your puppy so much. You give her kisses and pet her (or sometimes slap). She likes you to chase her and throw the ball for her.
You are now consistently sleeping through the night from around 9 until 530 or 6. We often can feed you and change your diaper when you wake and put you back down until 7or 730. This makes Mommy and Daddy feel so much better for the next day.
You are very bright. Your receptive language is outstanding and you seem to understand most things that we say to you. You like to shake your head no, wave hi, clap your hands, and point up to the ceiling. You still aren't talking a ton but make alot of babbling sounds. You say yum yum when someone is eating food that you want.
We took you to the zoo for the first time on July 19th (Father's Day). You seemed to really enjoy it. You got to see bears, tigers, elephants and many more animals. Your favorite animals to watch were the otters in the water. Mommy got Daddy a bike trailer so we can go on family bike rides. You aren't a huge fan of it yet but we are hoping that you will like it better next summer.
You also took your first steps on Father's Day at Mimi and Papa's house. It started out with just 2-4 steps and by the end of the day you had taken 6. Mommy and Daddy were so proud. You are now being very brave and walking from
You went to the lake for the 4th of July. You got to swim and ride on the boat for the first time. You weren't sure about your lifejacket at the house but when we got on the boat you didn't seem to mind. During your first boat ride, you fell asleep within 2 minutes of us leaving the dock because you were so tired from not having a nap. You swam in the lake with Mimi, Papa, Auntie, Uncle Penny, Mommy, and Daddy. You also got to watch the fireworks on the boat. You discovered that you like to drive the boat and honk the horn. We knew you would love the lake as much as we all do.
You are getting so tall and starting to thin out some. Our next doctor's appointment is on August 1st. We will get to see your percentiles and you will get your shots (which you hate). Mommy is excited for you to turn 1 year old so that she can turn around your car seat to forward facing, let you try eggs, and switch you to whole milk. We have only had to buy a few containers of formula for you since Mommy was given alot of cans from a friend but it ran out. We were very blessed because it is very expensive.
We are having a 1 year birthday party for you at Mommy and Daddy's house on Saturday, July 30th. We have invited many of your family members and friends. We can't believe our baby is going to be a big one year old.
You have brought so much joy into our lives the past 11 months. We feel blessed to have a healthy, happy, and beautiful baby boy. Hudson you are my pride and joy. I love you to the moon and back.
Thursday, June 16, 2011
Tooth #8
Hudson's 4th bottom tooth has finally made it through the gums. This means he has 8 teeth total now (4 on top, and 4 on bottom). He is becoming such a big boy. He is very close to standing unassisted and trying to take a step before he falls to the ground. We know it won't be long and he will be walking.
Wednesday, May 18, 2011
9 Months Old
I cannot believe it. My baby is 3 months away from being a 1 year old. It makes me sad to think about how fast time is going but also so excited to watch you grow into a smart, handsome, and happy boy.
At your 9 month checkup, you were 23.13 lbs (90%), 27.75 inches (60%), and your head was 98%. We have one big and healthy boy on our hands. AND you have a big head with lots of knowledge in there......at least that is what we like to think!!
Hudson, you are now crawling mostly on all fours. You figured out that it is a much quicker way to get around than army crawling. You only crawl if there is something that you want and you can't get to it by walking along a wall, table, or couch. You scale the walls with no problem and love to walk with your dinosaur that Mimi got you. We officially lowered your bed all the way down so we won't catch you climbing out any day soon. You sit unsupported and play with your toys on the floor all of the time. You have almost figured out how to get the baby gate in the basement open by stepping on the foot release. You are one smart fellow! You still love your baths, being outside, going on walks, and eating. One thing you have come to hate recently is getting your diaper changed or your clothes put on. You scream and cry and arch your back.
You still have 7 teeth but continue to drool all the time so Mommy thinks you are going to get another one soon. Since you have all of these teeth to help you chew, you are now getting more solid finger foods. You still love all kinds of baby food and your milk but some new items you love consist of goldfish or small cheez-it bites, pieces of cheese, cut up fruits (peaches, pears), cut up cooked vegetables (green beans, carrots), mashed potatoes, and cherrios. You are drinking out of a big boy sippy cup all by yourself. You are now eating about 3-4 cans of baby food a day and only around 4 bottles of milk a day. Mommy's milk supply in the freezer is about gone. You will have to switch solely to formula soon. This makes Mommy sad, but I sure am glad I could provide you with milk for almost 10 months.
Everyone still comments on your beautiful, big eyes. I believe your eyes are going to be hazel but at this point they still appear blue with some brown in them.
You continue to sleep better with each passing month. You are only waking up once to eat which is normally between 4:30-6:00. This has made Mommy and Daddy feel so much more rested. We look forward to the day when you sleep until 8-9 am on your own without a bottle at all. Your sleeping patters are just part of parenthood, and we wouldn't trade it for anything.
Your vocabulary continues to grow. You are now saying many words. A few include: dada, ad, hi, yeah, quack and you sign more. I am excited to be able to hear momma for the first time.
We recently purchased you a new carseat. It is alot bigger and can support you much better since you are a growing boy. It allows you to see out the window better which I think you enjoy. We also purchased a 3-wheel running stroller. It is so light and easy to push. We have been going on alot more walks recently with the nicer weather.
We can't wait for this summer, spending time at the lake even if we have to kayak out to the dock, and going to Mimi and Grandpa's pool. Mommy is sure we will have lots of play dates with friends, going to the zoo, Rutledge Farm, and lots of cuddling on the couch. Mommy only has 13 days of school left and she cannot wait!
You are such a happy boy. Everyone always comments about how sweet, and outgoing you are. I would definitely have to agree. We can't go anywhere without someone commenting on you or talking to you. I love you and am so proud to be your mom. Daddy and I love you with everything.
At your 9 month checkup, you were 23.13 lbs (90%), 27.75 inches (60%), and your head was 98%. We have one big and healthy boy on our hands. AND you have a big head with lots of knowledge in there......at least that is what we like to think!!
Hudson, you are now crawling mostly on all fours. You figured out that it is a much quicker way to get around than army crawling. You only crawl if there is something that you want and you can't get to it by walking along a wall, table, or couch. You scale the walls with no problem and love to walk with your dinosaur that Mimi got you. We officially lowered your bed all the way down so we won't catch you climbing out any day soon. You sit unsupported and play with your toys on the floor all of the time. You have almost figured out how to get the baby gate in the basement open by stepping on the foot release. You are one smart fellow! You still love your baths, being outside, going on walks, and eating. One thing you have come to hate recently is getting your diaper changed or your clothes put on. You scream and cry and arch your back.
You still have 7 teeth but continue to drool all the time so Mommy thinks you are going to get another one soon. Since you have all of these teeth to help you chew, you are now getting more solid finger foods. You still love all kinds of baby food and your milk but some new items you love consist of goldfish or small cheez-it bites, pieces of cheese, cut up fruits (peaches, pears), cut up cooked vegetables (green beans, carrots), mashed potatoes, and cherrios. You are drinking out of a big boy sippy cup all by yourself. You are now eating about 3-4 cans of baby food a day and only around 4 bottles of milk a day. Mommy's milk supply in the freezer is about gone. You will have to switch solely to formula soon. This makes Mommy sad, but I sure am glad I could provide you with milk for almost 10 months.
Everyone still comments on your beautiful, big eyes. I believe your eyes are going to be hazel but at this point they still appear blue with some brown in them.
You continue to sleep better with each passing month. You are only waking up once to eat which is normally between 4:30-6:00. This has made Mommy and Daddy feel so much more rested. We look forward to the day when you sleep until 8-9 am on your own without a bottle at all. Your sleeping patters are just part of parenthood, and we wouldn't trade it for anything.
Your vocabulary continues to grow. You are now saying many words. A few include: dada, ad, hi, yeah, quack and you sign more. I am excited to be able to hear momma for the first time.
We recently purchased you a new carseat. It is alot bigger and can support you much better since you are a growing boy. It allows you to see out the window better which I think you enjoy. We also purchased a 3-wheel running stroller. It is so light and easy to push. We have been going on alot more walks recently with the nicer weather.
We can't wait for this summer, spending time at the lake even if we have to kayak out to the dock, and going to Mimi and Grandpa's pool. Mommy is sure we will have lots of play dates with friends, going to the zoo, Rutledge Farm, and lots of cuddling on the couch. Mommy only has 13 days of school left and she cannot wait!
You are such a happy boy. Everyone always comments about how sweet, and outgoing you are. I would definitely have to agree. We can't go anywhere without someone commenting on you or talking to you. I love you and am so proud to be your mom. Daddy and I love you with everything.
Thursday, May 12, 2011
Words and a Sign
Hudson is now 9 months old and he is changing all the time. The latest thing is his emerging language. It has kind of been an explosion from babbling to new sounds to words. The following are words that he says either imitated or spontaneously throughout the day: dada, ad (for addie our dog), hi, yea, quack. He is also signing "more". I am so proud of our little guy.
Monday, April 25, 2011
7 teeth
Hudson cut his 7th tooth at 8 1/2 months. We are expecting #8 to come through soon. He is such a tough boy even when he doesn't feel the best!! Just wanted to keep this blog up-to-date on his progress. Love that boy so darn much!
Sunday, April 24, 2011
Happy Easter!
Today is Hudson's first Easter. We went to church this morning after a much needed night of rest. Hudson has slept the whole night through both Friday and Saturday night.(930-530 or 600) This morning Hudson woke at 5:20 to eat then went back to sleep in his crib until 8. Hudson did great in church. Mimi, Papa, Auntie, Amanda, Mommy, and Daddy were there with him. We are spending the rest of the day laying around being lazy.
Yesterday, we had a family lunch at my parent's house. We had ham, green bean casserole, rolls, and parmesan potatoes. I made fat lady's dessert. It was all really great. Great Grandpa Brooke even came over to eat and spend time with the family. We sure did miss Gigi at this one.
This is just another one of many firsts for our big boy. I hope each of my family and friends had a great Easter as well.
Yesterday, we had a family lunch at my parent's house. We had ham, green bean casserole, rolls, and parmesan potatoes. I made fat lady's dessert. It was all really great. Great Grandpa Brooke even came over to eat and spend time with the family. We sure did miss Gigi at this one.
This is just another one of many firsts for our big boy. I hope each of my family and friends had a great Easter as well.
Tuesday, April 12, 2011
7.5 hours
That is how many hours Hudson slept on Sunday night before he woke up crying to eat. It was the best night of rest that Jeremy and I have gotten since he was born (or not spending the night with Mimi and Papa). We were so proud of him and hope he keeps it up.
Wednesday, April 6, 2011
We have 6
We woke up this morning to a very happy baby and while I was changing him into a romper to go to Mimi's house he grabbed my necklace. I took it away and played a game with him for a few minutes. He smiled really big and Jeremy said, "Oh look. He has another tooth". We were pleasantly surprised to see he had cut his 5th tooth. I just casually moved back his lip to look at the other side and there was tooth number 6. So we now have SIX teeth. It's crazy how fast those boogers are coming in.
It's A Boy!
I will be having a nephew in August and couldn't be more excited. Hudson will have a male cousin to play and grow up with which will be so much fun for them.
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
8 Months Old
Hudson, you are 8 months old now and you are such a big boy. Mommy tells you this everyday!
You have been crawling for around a month now. You are so much quicker than when you first started crawling. You still crawl army style but are getting up on all fours more often. You typically only rock back and forth and then go back down to your tummy to crawl. You sit unassisted very well. You sit and play with your toys all of the time. Your newest thing is pulling up on the couch, your crib, or anyone's legs. You have very strong legs. You will still play in your Johnny Jump up, walker, or exersaucer for a short time but usually you want down or out so that you can explore. You also love bathtime. If we sit you in the big bathtub, you just splash until your little heart is content. You could care less how much water gets in your eyes or face.
You have your front four teeth now. You have also bit Mommy and Daddy a few times. Your teeth are so sharp and you don't understand what you are doing. It hurts quite badly!
You are eating around 3-4 cans of baby food a day. You will now eat peas, squash, and bananas which you use to not like. You really will eat any food that Mommy gives you. You have slowed down on your bottles. This is a good thing because Mommy has completely quit pumping and only has a month or so of breastmilk left in the freezer.
Your eyes still appear to be a dark gray or blue shade but it seems you have more brown in them. I have heard that your eyes are done changing color by the age of 9 months.....one more month to see what they will be. I am guessing brown or hazel like Mommy or Daddy. I would love for them to stay blue.
You are still not sleeping very good. You have been waking up twice a night. Once around 12-1 and then another time around 4-5. This is very tiring on Mommy and Daddy. We take turns on who feeds you which feeding. We have also started laying you down and letting you cry it out again. I think you got a little spoiled with us rocking you and when we put you down you cry out so we will come back in and rock you some more. You are a stinker!
Hudson, you are such a happy baby boy. You are becoming more independent with time and it is fun to watch. You also have become more snuggly recently and you like your wubbanub pacifier more. I think you realize that it soothes you when you are sleepy.
You have been much more pleasant lately when riding in your carseat. There for a while you hated it and Mommy dreaded putting you in it. You have also outgrown your current carseat and we will be shopping for a new one this weekend.
I love you so much big boy. You make me so proud. I love to show you off at work and talk about you to all my friend. You are Mommy and Daddy's pride and joy. Happy 8 Month Birthday!!
You have been crawling for around a month now. You are so much quicker than when you first started crawling. You still crawl army style but are getting up on all fours more often. You typically only rock back and forth and then go back down to your tummy to crawl. You sit unassisted very well. You sit and play with your toys all of the time. Your newest thing is pulling up on the couch, your crib, or anyone's legs. You have very strong legs. You will still play in your Johnny Jump up, walker, or exersaucer for a short time but usually you want down or out so that you can explore. You also love bathtime. If we sit you in the big bathtub, you just splash until your little heart is content. You could care less how much water gets in your eyes or face.
You have your front four teeth now. You have also bit Mommy and Daddy a few times. Your teeth are so sharp and you don't understand what you are doing. It hurts quite badly!
You are eating around 3-4 cans of baby food a day. You will now eat peas, squash, and bananas which you use to not like. You really will eat any food that Mommy gives you. You have slowed down on your bottles. This is a good thing because Mommy has completely quit pumping and only has a month or so of breastmilk left in the freezer.
Your eyes still appear to be a dark gray or blue shade but it seems you have more brown in them. I have heard that your eyes are done changing color by the age of 9 months.....one more month to see what they will be. I am guessing brown or hazel like Mommy or Daddy. I would love for them to stay blue.
You are still not sleeping very good. You have been waking up twice a night. Once around 12-1 and then another time around 4-5. This is very tiring on Mommy and Daddy. We take turns on who feeds you which feeding. We have also started laying you down and letting you cry it out again. I think you got a little spoiled with us rocking you and when we put you down you cry out so we will come back in and rock you some more. You are a stinker!
Hudson, you are such a happy baby boy. You are becoming more independent with time and it is fun to watch. You also have become more snuggly recently and you like your wubbanub pacifier more. I think you realize that it soothes you when you are sleepy.
You have been much more pleasant lately when riding in your carseat. There for a while you hated it and Mommy dreaded putting you in it. You have also outgrown your current carseat and we will be shopping for a new one this weekend.
I love you so much big boy. You make me so proud. I love to show you off at work and talk about you to all my friend. You are Mommy and Daddy's pride and joy. Happy 8 Month Birthday!!
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Getting too big
This is how I found Hudson a few nights ago. I sat him in his crib while I ran downstairs to get some laundry. I knew he would entertain himself for a few minutes. This is what I came back to. Needless to say it scared me really bad and we lowered his crib that night. He is pulling up on everything and just getting too big. I love this boy so much!
Friday, March 18, 2011
March 30th
..............that is the day that Jessica and Brandon will be finding out if they are having a boy or a girl. Her ultrasound is scheduled for 3:30pm. Family and close friends will not find out until Sunday, April 3rd. It is going to be hard for her to keep it a secret for 4 full days!
Jeremy and I are having a gender reveal party for them. They will bring cupcakes filled with blue or pink icing and reveal the gender to all of us. More details about the party to come in a future post.
I can't wait to find out whether I am having a niece or a nephew. Either way will be perfect, and I am so happy God has blessed them with a baby! They will be wonderful parents!!
Jeremy and I are having a gender reveal party for them. They will bring cupcakes filled with blue or pink icing and reveal the gender to all of us. More details about the party to come in a future post.
I can't wait to find out whether I am having a niece or a nephew. Either way will be perfect, and I am so happy God has blessed them with a baby! They will be wonderful parents!!
Monday, March 14, 2011
New things
Hudson is doing a few new things lately.
The first thing he is doing is sticking out his tongue. He likes to suck on it but it looks more like he is biting on it.
He is also waving at people that come into the room or people on the tv. His fingers do not actually move but he puts his arm up in the air.....so cute!
The third thing he is doing that is new is clapping. He has been doing this for a bit now and he usually does it when you sing "pattycake" to him. It is adorable! It is definitely not on beat but I love seeing him make the connection between the song and clapping....he obviously has seen it modeled many times by his Mimi and parents.
He is changing constantly and I love watching him grown into a big boy! He is no longer my little baby.
The first thing he is doing is sticking out his tongue. He likes to suck on it but it looks more like he is biting on it.
He is also waving at people that come into the room or people on the tv. His fingers do not actually move but he puts his arm up in the air.....so cute!
The third thing he is doing that is new is clapping. He has been doing this for a bit now and he usually does it when you sing "pattycake" to him. It is adorable! It is definitely not on beat but I love seeing him make the connection between the song and clapping....he obviously has seen it modeled many times by his Mimi and parents.
He is changing constantly and I love watching him grown into a big boy! He is no longer my little baby.
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
7 Months Old
Hudson you are 7 months old now. You are growing too fast and the time is flying by. I can't believe we were in the hospital 7 months ago to give birth to your sweet face. That day changed Mommy and Daddy's world forever and it was the best thing that could have ever happened to us.
Your newest thing as of today is you are army crawling. You can make it from one side of the room to the other pretty quickly if you are after something. You are able to play with your toys and keep yourself entertained for longer periods of time now. You love your spinning zoo toy and your walker. You went from only being able to move backwards into your walker to now moving in all directions. We can't take our eyes off of you or you are trying to unplug the cords in the wall or open drawers. You are such a smart cookie! You still enjoy your Johnny JumpUp and sometimes you get so tickled in it you can't stop laughing. You love to be outside. We have had a few really nice days lately and we have taken you out in your exersaucer and you LOVE it. You also enjoy being naked and taking your baths.
You are talking more with each day. A more recent thing is you are grunting. You have started to echo us more when we talk to you. Your personality continues to shine and you are very social! We can also tell that you made be strong-willed when you are older.
You love your baby food. Your favorite vegetable is green beans but you will eat carrots and sweet potatoes. You like almost all fruits: pears, apples, and peaches. You are not a huge fan of bananas at this point. Knock on wood, you have had no allergic reactions to any of your baby food. You are using a sippy cup with a large nipple right now with apple juice and water mixed in it. You seem to enjoy it! You are still drinking around 5-6 ounces each bottle and at night you take two bottles with half formula and half breastmilk. Mommy is weaning herself right now so she can stop pumping for good. She has about 2-3 months stored for you in the deep freeze.
You recently cut your 3rd tooth. It is your first one on the top and your second one on the top is about to break through the skin. We have had to give you more tyenol recently because they are causing you to be in pain. You haven't been sleeping very good when your mouth hurts.
You continue to wake us up to eat at least two times a night. This is very tiring for Mommy and Daddy but we love you so much that we do it anyways. We hope sometime in the near future you will sleep through the whole night so we can too.
Your eyes are changing color. It appears right now that the majority of them are blue with brown in the middle. I think they will eventually turn to green and brown and your eye color will be hazel like your parents.
You are the happiest and sweetest baby. We get compliments all of the time from people that you are such an alert and happy boy. We heard this just the other day at the MSU basketball game. We agree with everyone!! Thank you for brightening our days each and every day. We both love you with all of our heart and soul and would do anything for you sweet boy!
Tuesday, February 15, 2011
6 Month Doctor Visit
Hudson had his 6 month checkup and shots yesterday. He weighed 22.3 pounds (95%) and was 27 inches long (60%). Our pediatrician said he is a healthy boy and growing great.
We have been giving him baby food for about a month now but weren't really sure on how much or how often. Our doctor informed us we can give him up to 3 jars of stage 2 fruits and veggies and up to 6 ounces of fluids (water or juice). Hudson's favorite foods at this point are green beans, carrots and peaches. I have been hesitant on fruits because I don't want him to get where that is all he wants. We also tried water last night in a sippy cup for the first time. He didn't really understand how to get the water out of the top since it is different than a nipple. I think it will just take some time.
Hudson is wanting to crawl so bad. He is already becoming so mobile. He can rock back and forth and is turning in a complete circle on all fours. Also if he wants something he will roll until he gets to the location of the desired item. He will be crawling in no time I am sure of it.
He is about to cut his 3rd and 4th tooth. He is drooling like crazy and rubbing every toy he can get into his mouth across his gums.
We are enjoying this age so much. He is so fun and his personality is shining so much! He is beginning to learn to reach for us if he wants to be picked up. He babbles constantly and smiles alot!
His next appointment is at 9 months but no shots....YEAH!!!
We have been giving him baby food for about a month now but weren't really sure on how much or how often. Our doctor informed us we can give him up to 3 jars of stage 2 fruits and veggies and up to 6 ounces of fluids (water or juice). Hudson's favorite foods at this point are green beans, carrots and peaches. I have been hesitant on fruits because I don't want him to get where that is all he wants. We also tried water last night in a sippy cup for the first time. He didn't really understand how to get the water out of the top since it is different than a nipple. I think it will just take some time.
Hudson is wanting to crawl so bad. He is already becoming so mobile. He can rock back and forth and is turning in a complete circle on all fours. Also if he wants something he will roll until he gets to the location of the desired item. He will be crawling in no time I am sure of it.
He is about to cut his 3rd and 4th tooth. He is drooling like crazy and rubbing every toy he can get into his mouth across his gums.
We are enjoying this age so much. He is so fun and his personality is shining so much! He is beginning to learn to reach for us if he wants to be picked up. He babbles constantly and smiles alot!
His next appointment is at 9 months but no shots....YEAH!!!
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Blizzard 2011
Last Monday night into Tuesday the sleet/ice began and the snow followed shortly after. Grocery stores were packed and shelves cleared out of the essentials. We stocked up and prepared to be at home for a few days.
News channels were right on their predictions and Springfield was pounded. We got 9-10 inches of snow on Tuesday and Wednesday. School was cancelled from Tuesday through Friday so I had some time at home with Hudson. It was great to be home with both of my boys on Tuesday and Wednesday. We got another 2 inches on Friday night. We are expected to be getting a little more in the next few days
All I know for sure is that we will never go without an SUV (All-Wheel Drive) again! It has been amazing in the thick snow and slush.
News channels were right on their predictions and Springfield was pounded. We got 9-10 inches of snow on Tuesday and Wednesday. School was cancelled from Tuesday through Friday so I had some time at home with Hudson. It was great to be home with both of my boys on Tuesday and Wednesday. We got another 2 inches on Friday night. We are expected to be getting a little more in the next few days
All I know for sure is that we will never go without an SUV (All-Wheel Drive) again! It has been amazing in the thick snow and slush.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Playing in the snow
Addie fetching her ball
Daddy and H
H laughing in the snow
H sitting in the snow (before he fell backwards)
Smiling at Mommy
Mommy and H
Daddy and H
H laughing in the snow
H sitting in the snow (before he fell backwards)
Smiling at Mommy
Mommy and H
Recent picture
This is Hudson on one of our snow days. He is 6 months old in this picture. He loves his exersaucer.
6 Months Old
You are now 6 months old Hudson Ray. It is officially your half-birthday. Mommy cannot believe that I gave birth to you 6 months ago.....where has the time gone? We are so proud of you and think you are just the cutest baby ever. I think most people would agree with us.
You were suppose to have your 6 month checkup and shots today but the doctor's office called to reschedule because they were going home for the day due to the snow. We are under a blizzard warning. As I write this we currently have 6 inches of snow and it's not letting down yet. Your 6 month appointment will now be on Valentines Day at 4:00pm. Mommy and Daddy weighed and measured you today. You are now 23 pounds and 27 inches long. What a BIG boy!
Hudson, your favorite things include eating your green beans, sitting in your highchair, exersaucer, and walker. You love your Johnny Jump Up and often bounce in it at night when Mommy and Daddy are their tv shows. You have always loved your baths and still do. You also like to roll around and lay on your stomach on the floor. We just know any day you are going to take off crawling. Talking on the cell phone is a daily thing for you. If you are with Mimi, you talk to Mommy at least twice a day and if you are with Mommy and Daddy you talk to Mimi and Papa at least once a day.
In terms of communication, you are very expressive. You have lots of facial expressions but our favorite is your smile. It lights up our world. You are babbling constantly. It doesn't appear to Mommy that you have any real consonants at this point. Your new thing is a sucking noise that you make by inhaling air. I think you have just learned recently that your voice can make lots of different noises. It is so cute and we got a video of it today on our snow day. Daddy and you do it back and forth. You definitely realize that a conversation is two-sided. You listen and then talk and so on. You are one smart cookie.
At bedtime, Daddy feeds you your bottle and rocks you for about 5 minutes. When he places you in your crib you almost never cry anymore but roll over onto your tummy and go to sleep. This makes it alot less stressful for Mommy. I absolutely hate listening to you cry. You have been sleeping around 5 or 6 hours before you wake to eat at night and then wake again around 6:30-7:00. A couple of the last few mornings Mommy has had to wake you up to leave for Mimi's house. Daddy is still feeding you during your nighttime feeding while Mommy pumps. You are such a happy baby in the mornings. I love your precious smile and your sweet voice.
You are still taking a bottle around every 3 hours. You are drinking about 5 ounces each bottle. Around dinnertime, we are offering you baby food and a bottle. You LOVE your green beans. You will eat carrots ok but squash is not your favorite. You are good at keeping most of the food in your mouth. At night, we are mixing half formula and half breastmilk to help hold you over a little. It doesn't seem to bother your tummy at all.
We feel so blessed to have you as our son. God gave us the best gift on July 29th. We thank Him everyday for you. We have enjoyed the past six months of your life and look forward to the next six. We love you to the moon and back Hudson Ray.
You were suppose to have your 6 month checkup and shots today but the doctor's office called to reschedule because they were going home for the day due to the snow. We are under a blizzard warning. As I write this we currently have 6 inches of snow and it's not letting down yet. Your 6 month appointment will now be on Valentines Day at 4:00pm. Mommy and Daddy weighed and measured you today. You are now 23 pounds and 27 inches long. What a BIG boy!
Hudson, your favorite things include eating your green beans, sitting in your highchair, exersaucer, and walker. You love your Johnny Jump Up and often bounce in it at night when Mommy and Daddy are their tv shows. You have always loved your baths and still do. You also like to roll around and lay on your stomach on the floor. We just know any day you are going to take off crawling. Talking on the cell phone is a daily thing for you. If you are with Mimi, you talk to Mommy at least twice a day and if you are with Mommy and Daddy you talk to Mimi and Papa at least once a day.
In terms of communication, you are very expressive. You have lots of facial expressions but our favorite is your smile. It lights up our world. You are babbling constantly. It doesn't appear to Mommy that you have any real consonants at this point. Your new thing is a sucking noise that you make by inhaling air. I think you have just learned recently that your voice can make lots of different noises. It is so cute and we got a video of it today on our snow day. Daddy and you do it back and forth. You definitely realize that a conversation is two-sided. You listen and then talk and so on. You are one smart cookie.
At bedtime, Daddy feeds you your bottle and rocks you for about 5 minutes. When he places you in your crib you almost never cry anymore but roll over onto your tummy and go to sleep. This makes it alot less stressful for Mommy. I absolutely hate listening to you cry. You have been sleeping around 5 or 6 hours before you wake to eat at night and then wake again around 6:30-7:00. A couple of the last few mornings Mommy has had to wake you up to leave for Mimi's house. Daddy is still feeding you during your nighttime feeding while Mommy pumps. You are such a happy baby in the mornings. I love your precious smile and your sweet voice.
You are still taking a bottle around every 3 hours. You are drinking about 5 ounces each bottle. Around dinnertime, we are offering you baby food and a bottle. You LOVE your green beans. You will eat carrots ok but squash is not your favorite. You are good at keeping most of the food in your mouth. At night, we are mixing half formula and half breastmilk to help hold you over a little. It doesn't seem to bother your tummy at all.
We feel so blessed to have you as our son. God gave us the best gift on July 29th. We thank Him everyday for you. We have enjoyed the past six months of your life and look forward to the next six. We love you to the moon and back Hudson Ray.
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Trying to Move
Hudson is starting to move around alot. If you lay him on the floor on his back, he will roll to his tummy and try to reach his toys. He also scouts alot and pushes his butt up really high in the air so that he can get his knees up under him to push off. It does however take him awhile to get where he is trying to go but he usually makes it there with time. He can turn around 360 degrees and will sometimes roll from belly to back to belly to back until he gets where he wants to be. Hudson will be crawling within weeks I believe. I am excited to reach another milestone but then again sad that my little baby is growing up. Hudson will be 6 months on Saturday, January 29th.
Friday, January 21, 2011
Big Cousin
Since this blog mostly revolves around Hudson, I figured I would title this post "BIG COUSIN".
Hudson is going to become a big cousin on or around August 18th. Jessica and Brandon are 10 weeks pregnant and couldn't be more excited. I got to be with her when she took the pregnancy test and got to go to her first ultrasound yesterday (thank you snow day) to see that sweet baby. The baby was moving it's arms and the heartbeat looked good and strong.
Jess has been suffering from morning sickness since about the time she found out she was expecting. So far her symptoms are exactly the same as mine. I have already bought her the first doses of B6 vitamin and Unisom to help with the all-day sickness.
Hudson and Baby Penrose will be approximately 13 months apart. They will be very close growing up. If they have a boy, they are set. BUT if they have a girl, we will all get to have our girlie fix buying pink and bows. I believe it is a GIRL. Either way at this point, we are just praying for a healthy baby.
We are thankful for this pregnancy and know that it happened in God's perfect timing. I am looking forward to my sister starting to show, feeling the baby move, and being in the delivery room with her like she was for me. Thank you Jesus for this sweet baby!
Hudson is going to become a big cousin on or around August 18th. Jessica and Brandon are 10 weeks pregnant and couldn't be more excited. I got to be with her when she took the pregnancy test and got to go to her first ultrasound yesterday (thank you snow day) to see that sweet baby. The baby was moving it's arms and the heartbeat looked good and strong.
Jess has been suffering from morning sickness since about the time she found out she was expecting. So far her symptoms are exactly the same as mine. I have already bought her the first doses of B6 vitamin and Unisom to help with the all-day sickness.
Hudson and Baby Penrose will be approximately 13 months apart. They will be very close growing up. If they have a boy, they are set. BUT if they have a girl, we will all get to have our girlie fix buying pink and bows. I believe it is a GIRL. Either way at this point, we are just praying for a healthy baby.
We are thankful for this pregnancy and know that it happened in God's perfect timing. I am looking forward to my sister starting to show, feeling the baby move, and being in the delivery room with her like she was for me. Thank you Jesus for this sweet baby!
5 Months Old.....better late than never
Hudson you are 5 months old. You are getting to be quite the big boy. You have a very large personality and are a very happy baby most of the time. You really only cry or fuss when you are tired or hungry (don't we all). You are changing and growing so much. Mimi even says it is much easier to take you places and you entertain yourself much more now that you are getting older.
Since you did not have a doctor's appointment at 5 months, we weighed you on our own. You are now 20 pounds....such a big and healthy baby.
Some of your favorite things at this point include sitting in your highchair to play with your toys and while Mommy and Daddy eat, jumping in your johnny jump-up, playing in your exersaucer, reading books, and talking to anyone that will listen to you. Your new obsession is our cell phones. You also have been to many of the MSU basketball games lately and you really seem to enjoy them. You are attentive to the court and the jumbo-tron in the stadium. The loud music, band, buzzers, and announcer no longer startle you. (We are so glad)! You put any and everything into your mouth include your hands and your feet. You are in a stage where you don't like your pacifier much but this may be a good thing for later down the road when we want to get rid of it.
Your sleeping patterns continue to change at night but you are consistently taking 2-3 naps a day. Often times you will take at least one longer nap (1-2 hours) and 2 shorter naps (30-45 mins) with Mimi during the week and at home on the weekends. At night, you continue to wake up 1-2 times to eat. I think you are just a hungry, growing boy. We no longer swaddle you at night and this seems to make it much easier for you to go down after your feedings in the middle of the night. You often cry yourself to sleep when we lay you down for the first time. It varies how long and how hard you cry. If you cry for 20 minutes, Mommy or Daddy rocks you again until you are calmed down and asleep. This seems to be working well and is much easier on us although Mommy still hates listening to you cry when we lay you down. I want you to know although I do not always rush right in to pick you up and comfort you that I love you and will always be here for you.
You are eating so well. You still take bottles around every 3 hours during the day. During dinnertime, Mommy has been feeding you some green beans (started around 1/17/11) along with a smaller bottle. You seem to really enjoy them and are doing a nice job keeping most of them in your mouth and swallowing them. We tried to spoon feed you rice cereal and you just didn't like the texture. You were gagging yourself so bad!
Your eyes are still a dark blue but seem to have a hint of brown in them. I am thinking they are going to change to hazel eventually. All I know is that they are beautiful and you get so many compliments about how you have big curious eyes and that they are so pretty!
Our next appointment with the doctor is scheduled for February 1st. You will get your 6 month shots and checkup then. Mommy and Daddy can't wait to see how much you have grown since your last visit.
Hudson, you are so much fun!! Mommy looks forward to picking you up everyday after work and seeing your sweet smile when you see that I am there. I also enjoy getting to talk to you on the phone each day and hear your sweet voice while I am working (makes my days so much better). Daddy and I love you so much and can't imagine our life without you. God is so good, and we thank Him every night for you!!!
Since you did not have a doctor's appointment at 5 months, we weighed you on our own. You are now 20 pounds....such a big and healthy baby.
Some of your favorite things at this point include sitting in your highchair to play with your toys and while Mommy and Daddy eat, jumping in your johnny jump-up, playing in your exersaucer, reading books, and talking to anyone that will listen to you. Your new obsession is our cell phones. You also have been to many of the MSU basketball games lately and you really seem to enjoy them. You are attentive to the court and the jumbo-tron in the stadium. The loud music, band, buzzers, and announcer no longer startle you. (We are so glad)! You put any and everything into your mouth include your hands and your feet. You are in a stage where you don't like your pacifier much but this may be a good thing for later down the road when we want to get rid of it.
Your sleeping patterns continue to change at night but you are consistently taking 2-3 naps a day. Often times you will take at least one longer nap (1-2 hours) and 2 shorter naps (30-45 mins) with Mimi during the week and at home on the weekends. At night, you continue to wake up 1-2 times to eat. I think you are just a hungry, growing boy. We no longer swaddle you at night and this seems to make it much easier for you to go down after your feedings in the middle of the night. You often cry yourself to sleep when we lay you down for the first time. It varies how long and how hard you cry. If you cry for 20 minutes, Mommy or Daddy rocks you again until you are calmed down and asleep. This seems to be working well and is much easier on us although Mommy still hates listening to you cry when we lay you down. I want you to know although I do not always rush right in to pick you up and comfort you that I love you and will always be here for you.
You are eating so well. You still take bottles around every 3 hours during the day. During dinnertime, Mommy has been feeding you some green beans (started around 1/17/11) along with a smaller bottle. You seem to really enjoy them and are doing a nice job keeping most of them in your mouth and swallowing them. We tried to spoon feed you rice cereal and you just didn't like the texture. You were gagging yourself so bad!
Your eyes are still a dark blue but seem to have a hint of brown in them. I am thinking they are going to change to hazel eventually. All I know is that they are beautiful and you get so many compliments about how you have big curious eyes and that they are so pretty!
Our next appointment with the doctor is scheduled for February 1st. You will get your 6 month shots and checkup then. Mommy and Daddy can't wait to see how much you have grown since your last visit.
Hudson, you are so much fun!! Mommy looks forward to picking you up everyday after work and seeing your sweet smile when you see that I am there. I also enjoy getting to talk to you on the phone each day and hear your sweet voice while I am working (makes my days so much better). Daddy and I love you so much and can't imagine our life without you. God is so good, and we thank Him every night for you!!!
Got it!
Well I got the snow day that I prayed for. Jeremy and I woke up at 3:30 to feed Hudson and there was hardly a dusting on the ground so I assumed I was going to work. Then a text message from KY3 went off at 5:15 and then an AlertNow message from the school at 6 to inform me that school was out. I was very excited and got to sleep in until almost 9....thank you Hudson! Daddy stayed home and worked from home as well.
We had a nice lazy day. We stayed in our pajamas most of the day, made cinnamon rolls for breakfast, watched tv, played on the computer, played with our sweet boy, and went to a very important appointment (more to follow in another post). It was a great day.
I am back to work today (Friday) but tomorrow is the weekend. YIPEE!! Thank you Dr. Ridder for the snow day!
We had a nice lazy day. We stayed in our pajamas most of the day, made cinnamon rolls for breakfast, watched tv, played on the computer, played with our sweet boy, and went to a very important appointment (more to follow in another post). It was a great day.
I am back to work today (Friday) but tomorrow is the weekend. YIPEE!! Thank you Dr. Ridder for the snow day!
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Big boy!
Hudson is getting to be such a big boy. He really is a very strong baby. He loves to stand and bounce on any one's legs that will hold him. He also loves to be on his tummy and lift his head. What once was a chore for him to get to his belly is now just an everyday occurrence. He is sitting better on his own but still needs a little assistance or he will fall forward. Hudson likes it when you tell him he is a big boy and he loves to squeal or babble on the phone to whoever will listen to him. I swear he already knows how to say HI!
We have accomplished something new in our house......no more swaddling! We are so excited to say that we are done with the swaddles for Hudson. We swaddled him longer than we probably should have because he already wasn't a great sleeper and we were afraid taking him out of the swaddle would make it worse. He has a tendency of waking himself up with his arms because he loves to throw them up to his face. For the past 5 nights, we have laid him down in his crib and he cries for a couple minutes and then falls asleep. He has just been getting us up once a night to eat which is better than the 2-3 times he was waking. The first night he cried for 6 minutes before he fell asleep and last night was only 1 minute, so we are definitely getting there....so exciting!
Last night before Daddy got home, Mommy and Hudson were having some play time on the bed. One of Hudson's new favorite things is to have his back kissed or massaged, which is easy to do because he loves his tummy so much. I was kissing his back and I think it tickled and he started wiggling. Next thing I knew, he was on his back. He rolled from his belly to his back for the first time.......and he did it 2 times.
Like I said we have got a big boy on our hands. He will be 6 months at the end of January. The time is just flying by. It just feels like yesterday that I was in the hospital giving birth to him. Hudson is such a joy and so much fun to have around. We couldn't imagine our life without him. Jeremy and I are enjoying every day with him. Life couldn't get much better. Now if Mommy and Hudson could just get over their colds!
We have accomplished something new in our house......no more swaddling! We are so excited to say that we are done with the swaddles for Hudson. We swaddled him longer than we probably should have because he already wasn't a great sleeper and we were afraid taking him out of the swaddle would make it worse. He has a tendency of waking himself up with his arms because he loves to throw them up to his face. For the past 5 nights, we have laid him down in his crib and he cries for a couple minutes and then falls asleep. He has just been getting us up once a night to eat which is better than the 2-3 times he was waking. The first night he cried for 6 minutes before he fell asleep and last night was only 1 minute, so we are definitely getting there....so exciting!
Last night before Daddy got home, Mommy and Hudson were having some play time on the bed. One of Hudson's new favorite things is to have his back kissed or massaged, which is easy to do because he loves his tummy so much. I was kissing his back and I think it tickled and he started wiggling. Next thing I knew, he was on his back. He rolled from his belly to his back for the first time.......and he did it 2 times.
Like I said we have got a big boy on our hands. He will be 6 months at the end of January. The time is just flying by. It just feels like yesterday that I was in the hospital giving birth to him. Hudson is such a joy and so much fun to have around. We couldn't imagine our life without him. Jeremy and I are enjoying every day with him. Life couldn't get much better. Now if Mommy and Hudson could just get over their colds!
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