Friday, April 6, 2012
Not sleeping well AGAIN
Hudson has never really been a great sleeper. We got a period of time where he wasn't teething that he would sleep from 9PM-7AM. We felt so lucky on those days. Right before my spring break we took Hudson to the circus. We don't know if it was the circus (clowns) or just his age and having separation anxiety but he definitely is having trouble sleeping AGAIN. I even bought him this bedtime turtle that is a plush with a plastic shell and the shell has cutouts in it that projects stars and a moon on his ceiling. It has seemed to help with him going to bed. At one point, he cried a couple nights for almost 2 hours. We always go in after 30 minutes and hug him and tell him it is ok then leave. Now we are getting him down easily but he is waking up on the dot almost every night around 230-3. One of us will get up with him and take him downstairs. It might not be the best solution but we both need alot of sleep and we just can't stand to hear him cry for an hour or so at night during the week. I think this is going to have to be my summer project while I am off work. We also may need to consider switching him to a toddler bed. Just not sure at this point what is the best option but we are doing what is best for our family at the moment. We love our little guy so much!
Monday, March 5, 2012
Still sick but on the mend
Our Hudson is still sick but is definitely on the mend. He is on his second round of antibiotics to keep about the pneumonia. He is on 3-4 breathing treatments and mucinex every 4 hours. He has finally broke his fever and is regaining his appetite. He has been throwing up some since the end of last week. We believe it is all of the phelgm in his little belly. We are hoping for nice weather and for all the germs to leave the Elliott and Penrose households. Hudson has been sick for at least a month now with this nasty cold and virus and Gavin has been sick and coughing the past week or so. Allergy season is also at it's peak and mommy has a scratchy throat and wheezy chest. I am looking forward to everyone feeling better and for the warm weather to stay!
Friday, February 24, 2012
RSV
Hudson is sick for the first time in 18 months. Well sick as in needing antibiotics. He has had a cold and runny nose multiple times since teething. He has had a cough and congestion for many weeks. It began to move into his chest over the weekend. Monday was Presidents Day and I was off of work. I debated taking him in that day but he sounded rattling and not wheezy. Monday night I got my mom's stethoscope to listen to him and he was wheezing. He didn't sleep well at all on Sunday or Monday night.
We headed to the doctor on Tuesday morning and the visit revealed RSV with a spot of pneumonia on his left lung. We started preventive antibiotics for 10 days and are currently doing breathing treatments. Hudson was a trouper at the doctor's office even though he hated the xrays and the first breathing treatment. He has been feeling much better and acting like himself.
We are thankful we caught this virus early and that he did not have to be hospitalized which can be common with RSV (dehydration, vomiting, high fever). Hudson has not had a fever at all.
We are so blessed that this is his first illness in 18 months. God is Good all the time.
We headed to the doctor on Tuesday morning and the visit revealed RSV with a spot of pneumonia on his left lung. We started preventive antibiotics for 10 days and are currently doing breathing treatments. Hudson was a trouper at the doctor's office even though he hated the xrays and the first breathing treatment. He has been feeling much better and acting like himself.
We are thankful we caught this virus early and that he did not have to be hospitalized which can be common with RSV (dehydration, vomiting, high fever). Hudson has not had a fever at all.
We are so blessed that this is his first illness in 18 months. God is Good all the time.
Wednesday, February 15, 2012
Pee Pee in the Potty
Hudson has shown interest in the toliet for quite some time. We often let him go in with us when we use the restroom. I have let him sit on the toliet without a diaper a couple of times and Mimi had also let him do it several times.
Last night after dinner, Hudson's diaper was very wet. I knew it needed to be changed so I told Jerm we should just let him try to sit on the toliet. And guess what happened? Hudson peed in the potty on the first time. He also set their squeezing his stomach muscles and grunting like he was trying to poop although that didn't happen (probably because he had pooped 3x already). We praised him and cheered and he was so excited.
About 5 minutes after we had put his diaper back on, he went back to the bathroom door and started to whine. Jerm and I assumed he just wanted to sit again (gets fixated on new things plus our reaction) so we let him try to sit again. AND he peed again. It wasn't much but he sat and went pee two times last night.
We are just going to slowly introduce the potty to him. We know he is probably no where ready to be potty trained (he is only 18 mths) but this has to be a great start! We are proud of our little buddy!
Thursday, February 2, 2012
18 Months Old
Hudson is officially 1 1/2 years old now. It's so hard to believe that my baby is not a baby anymore but really a toddler. He is so sweet and loving and affectionate but also stubborn and strong-willed. He is smart and funny. He loves to do puzzles, read books, play with all of his toys, go on walks, and be outside. He really still enjoys bath time as well. His language is booming and he is starting to repeat everything. He is producing more and more 2-word phrases at this time.
We have taken him to every MSU home game this year and he loves them. He cheers with the crowd, dances to the band, sings the fight song, and claps and shouts. He even occasionally boos when he hears grandpa.
He is sleeping around 10 hours at night. He only takes one nap a time which usually is between 1-2 hours. Hudson has all of his teeth but his 2 year molars which we think are trying to come in. He has been slobbering a ton and chewing on his hands. He is a great eater. Hudson loves most fruit. His favorites are strawberries, bananas, oranges, peaches, and pears. He also likes a handful of vegetables....green beans, sweet potatoes, and carrots. He eats alot of cottage cheese, sliced cheese, and meats (turkey, ham, chicken, and tuna). He likes grilled cheese and noodles (mac and cheese, Parmesan etc). Hudson only drinks milk or water and rarely ever gets juice.
At our appointment yesterday, Hudson weighed 29.12 pounds which places him in the 90% and 32 inches tall which places him in the 50%. He is a growing and healthy boy. Everything looks good and he did not get shots so his next round will be at 24 months. I can't believe that in 6 months I will have his next visit but also be planning for his 2 year birthday party.....makes me kind of sad.
We are looking forward to warm weather, lots of time outside, and the lake this summer! Hudson, we love you so incredibly much and thank God for you daily! You have made the last year and a half of our lives the most wonderful time. You are such a joy!
We have taken him to every MSU home game this year and he loves them. He cheers with the crowd, dances to the band, sings the fight song, and claps and shouts. He even occasionally boos when he hears grandpa.
He is sleeping around 10 hours at night. He only takes one nap a time which usually is between 1-2 hours. Hudson has all of his teeth but his 2 year molars which we think are trying to come in. He has been slobbering a ton and chewing on his hands. He is a great eater. Hudson loves most fruit. His favorites are strawberries, bananas, oranges, peaches, and pears. He also likes a handful of vegetables....green beans, sweet potatoes, and carrots. He eats alot of cottage cheese, sliced cheese, and meats (turkey, ham, chicken, and tuna). He likes grilled cheese and noodles (mac and cheese, Parmesan etc). Hudson only drinks milk or water and rarely ever gets juice.
At our appointment yesterday, Hudson weighed 29.12 pounds which places him in the 90% and 32 inches tall which places him in the 50%. He is a growing and healthy boy. Everything looks good and he did not get shots so his next round will be at 24 months. I can't believe that in 6 months I will have his next visit but also be planning for his 2 year birthday party.....makes me kind of sad.
We are looking forward to warm weather, lots of time outside, and the lake this summer! Hudson, we love you so incredibly much and thank God for you daily! You have made the last year and a half of our lives the most wonderful time. You are such a joy!
Friday, January 27, 2012
What's New
It has been quite a while since I have posted. Hudson is such a big boy now. He is growing and speaking more. He is at least 30 lbs now and loves to eat.
His favorite foods include lunchmeat, hotdogs, sliced cheese, cottage cheese, strawberries, bananas, carrots, sweet potatoes, green beans, and of course sweets (which he doesn't get often). He likes grilled cheese, chicken nuggets, hamburgers, and fish sticks. We are yet to try peanut butter but I think he will love it.
He is beginning to have an explosion of language. Receptively, he is very smart and understands just about everything we say. Expressively, he is beginning to copy many new words. Some of his recent new words include: help, please, thank you, bubbles, off, nope, and oh no. He has signed more since he was very young and continues to request more of things by signing. He also recently learned the signs help, please, and thank you. I am excited to see if he will continue to use them.
He is a very active and smart boy. He is somewhat stubborn and likes to have his way. We have started using time out (1 minute) in a designated spot on the wall and he really seems to understand the concept. He continues to be a little jealous of Gavin when Mimi is watching them both. He does however love him alot and I'm excited to see them play together when Gavin gets older.
We have an appointment on February 1st to check weight and height.....no shots this time. Thank goodness! I will post an update after his next appointment. We love our boy so much and feel very blessed to have a healthy and growing baby boy!
His favorite foods include lunchmeat, hotdogs, sliced cheese, cottage cheese, strawberries, bananas, carrots, sweet potatoes, green beans, and of course sweets (which he doesn't get often). He likes grilled cheese, chicken nuggets, hamburgers, and fish sticks. We are yet to try peanut butter but I think he will love it.
He is beginning to have an explosion of language. Receptively, he is very smart and understands just about everything we say. Expressively, he is beginning to copy many new words. Some of his recent new words include: help, please, thank you, bubbles, off, nope, and oh no. He has signed more since he was very young and continues to request more of things by signing. He also recently learned the signs help, please, and thank you. I am excited to see if he will continue to use them.
He is a very active and smart boy. He is somewhat stubborn and likes to have his way. We have started using time out (1 minute) in a designated spot on the wall and he really seems to understand the concept. He continues to be a little jealous of Gavin when Mimi is watching them both. He does however love him alot and I'm excited to see them play together when Gavin gets older.
We have an appointment on February 1st to check weight and height.....no shots this time. Thank goodness! I will post an update after his next appointment. We love our boy so much and feel very blessed to have a healthy and growing baby boy!
Friday, December 2, 2011
H or Hudson clothing
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!
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!
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.
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