We have a BIG BOY!!

I'd like to think I have been a pretty laid back mommy so far with Ashton. Yes, when I cries I run to pick him up (we are trying out the attachment parenting...from what I read, the baby is more outgoing, independent, etc.) but there seemed to be something going on with Ashton's breathing the past few weeks so I called and made an appointment with his Dr.

Long story short, Ashton's breathing is fine (he sounded as if he was gasping for air when he was falling asleep). His oxygen levels were 100% and his breathing and heart rate were wonderful....but his weight...his weight is crazy!! 14.2lbs!! He is only 7 weeks 3 days. Ashton is in the 98 percentile for weight..that means that only 2% of other babies with his age are heavier than he is. Dr. B said I had some high calorie breast milk..no wonder Ashton has no problem eating.

So, I have a big boy on my hands. No wonder my shoulder was staring to hurt:-)

Mom-mom and Pop-pop...

...have come and gone.

Mom had been here for 7 weeks..and to be honest..I am so happy that she was here as long as she was. When mom first booked her ticket for 5 weeks, I wasn't too keen on the thought of mom staying with me that long. But to be honest, I could not imagine her not being here for Ashton's birth or helping me during these past several weeks. Just having mom here to cook, grab me a bottle of water while I was nursing Ashton was a huge help.

Here is a link of Ashton's pictures from 4 weeks - 7 weeks old....share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0QauWThu4ZsXtA

Here is the link of Pop-pop's visist (some are duplicate of the 4 - 7 weeks old photos)...share.shutterfly.com/action/welcome?sid=0QauWThu4ZsXpQ

Ashton is ONE MONTH!

Check out this adorable little boy!

I can't believe that Ashton is already a month old (well on Monday 9/14). He has changed so much in the past month. He is starting to look around to "see stuff" and gets frustrated if he can't see what is going on. He know his mommy (I guess cause I got the milk, huh?) and loves to cuddle.

Ashton has finally started to show a little interest in his Little Lamb Swing. He likes the mobile hanging above it. Once the mobile stops turning, he starts crying!

Ashton has done tons of shopping too. We've been to Target a few times, the mall and of course out to eat numerous times since mom-mom is in town.

We tried out our new baby carrier this week at Target. It's called a BabyHawk. This is the fourth carrier that we have tried. Ashton is a very hot natured baby and sweats all the time, so the other carriers were a little too hot for him. Next time we use the carrier, I will be sure to post a picture. Ashton was so cuddly, he was asleep the entire shopping trip.

That's all for now. I will try to update the blog as much as I can:-)

Ashton is 4 weeks already!!

I know that I have been slacking in the blogging area, Ashton keeps me busier than I ever thought he would.

On Tuesday (9/9) Ashton took his first bottle. Let me explain that this was not by choice...I did not want him to have nipple confusion, but we had no choice at the time. I have a horrible bladder infection and was put on some really strong antibiotics and the Dr. advised me not to breastfeed while taking them. This was going to be the longest 3 days!!

Fast forward to Wed (9/10), Ashton was having horrible pains in his belly. He was screaming like I had not heard before. We had tried everything so I called the Dr. to see what it could be. I gave them the info on the formula we were using ...blah, blah. ..basically he was constipated and gassy and not a happy baby at all! During the call with the Dr. I had asked when I could start to breastfeed again (i.e...when will the meds be out of my system). I was advised to call the lactation dept. Low and behold...I was allowed to breastfeed on these meds!! I put my child though 1 day of hell that I didn't need to?!?! We're back to breastfeeding and the both of us could not be happier:-) There was no nipple confusion..Ashton knew exactly what to do:-)

Let's see....on Wed. (9/10) Ashton started to actually take an interest in his swing. He was in there about 15 mins and was so interested in the mobile that was spinning around above him. It was the first time that he took notice and followed the little lambs hanging from it.

It is amazing to see how strong he becomes each day. He is so strong...he moves his arms and legs all around. He is holding is neck up more and more each day. He is starting to focus on objects and of course is smiling in his sleep. This week or the following, we should start to see some real smiles. I am sure his daddy will get one out of him before me:-)

Here is a link of some more pictures of baby Ashton. He is such a little chunker these days:-)
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Baby Winter is here...and it's a

BOY!!

Ashton Christopher was born August 14, 2009 at 11:08 am weighing 8.5lbs and 21 inches in length.

More details to follow, but here are some photos in the meantime. CLick on the link..
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Week 39!!

How your baby's growing:
Your baby's waiting to greet the world! He continues to build a layer of fat to help control his body temperature after birth, but it's likely he already measures about 20 inches and weighs a bit over 7 pounds, a mini watermelon. (Boys tend to be slightly heavier than girls.) The outer layers of his skin are sloughing off as new skin forms underneath.

How far along? 39 Weeks!!
Maternity clothes? Of course, my belly is starting to hang out:-( strong>Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: Ehh..it's ok. My belly feels so heavy when I try to roll to my side.
Best moment this week: Another week full of people sending me cards with Babies R Us gift cards. Thanks everyone!! I can't wait to finish my shopping!
Movement: Lots of movements - I love it!!
Food cravings: Nothing really this week. It has been hot, so anything cold is nice
Gender: Not sure , but since Hurricane Felicia is headed our way, I think it may be a girl.
Labor Signs: Nope! I can't say I am not ready, but I want baby Winter to cook as long as needed.
Belly Button in or out? It is still depending on where the baby is situated in my belly depends if my belly button is an innie or outie.
What I miss: Walking without a waddle...I officially walk like one of those pregnant ladies. I went to Wal-Mart yesterday and I could hardly make it to the back of the store.
What I am looking forward to: Meeting Baby Winter to find out if he/she is a boy or a girl.
Weekly Wisdom: Same as last week...Enjoy everyday...I am so excited to meet Baby Winter, but I think a part of me may be sad that I won't be pregnant anymore. I have loved each and every moment so far. I love having him/her all to myself.

Week 38!!

How your baby's growing:
Your baby has really plumped up. She weighs about 6.8 pounds and she's over 19 1/2 inches long (like a leek). She has a firm grasp, which you'll soon be able to test when you hold her hand for the first time! Her organs have matured and are ready for life outside the womb.

Wondering what color your baby's eyes will be? You may not be able to tell right away. If she's born with brown eyes, they'll likely stay brown. If she's born with steel gray or dark blue eyes, they may stay gray or blue or turn green, hazel, or brown by the time she's 9 months old. That's because a child's irises (the colored part of the eye) may gain more pigment in the months after she's born, but they usually won't get "lighter" or more blue. (Green, hazel, and brown eyes have more pigment than gray or blue eyes.)
How far along? 38 Weeks!!
Maternity clothes? Of course, and they are starting to get a little snug :0)
Stretch marks? Nope, please stay this way!
Sleep: Actaully not so bad that past couple of days. Adam has been sleeping on the couch to give me more room (Makua sleeps with me so he pushes Adam out of the bed anyway:-))
Best moment this week: For some reason lots of people have been sending me cards with Babies R Us gift cards. Thanks everyone!! I can't wait to finish my shopping!
Movement: Lots of movements - I love it!!
Food cravings: Nothing really this week. It has been hot, so anything cold is nice
Gender: Not sure
Labor Signs: Nope!I want Baby Winter to cook as long as needed.
Belly Button in or out? It is still depending on where the baby is situated in my belly depends if my belly button is an innie or outie.
What I miss: My feet not huring..the swelling is so bad that I went to buy compression socks last night...it's bad, really bad!
What I am looking forward to: Meeting Baby Winter to find out if he/she is a boy or a girl.
Weekly Wisdom: Same as last week...Enjoy everyday...I am so excited to meet Baby Winter, but I think a part of me may be sad that I won't be pregnant anymore. I have loved each and every moment so far. I love having him/her all to myself.