September 2, 2010 – 11:04 pm
I remember before Will arrived wondering how we would make out in regards to nursing. Would it work out? I remember thinking that there was no use in worrying about it before the time came. When he was first born I tried to feed him in the delivery room. It didn’t go smoothly but everything was so new. We went to our room a couple of hours later. We were all so tired. Will slept in his little bassinet all wrapped up like a little mummy. Then I awoke from my sleep to tiny grunts. I picked up my new baby and decided to try to feed him again on my own. In the early morning, just as the sun was rising, I fed my sweet newborn, my miracle. Since that moment, it has been so easy for us and it is my favorite time to spend with him. Eventually, I knew I should introduce a bottle so that the option would be there if needed. I thought it would be nice for Daddy to get involved and have some bonding time with Will. I heated up the bottle, handed it Daddy and grabbed my camera. Can I admit that part of me wanted Will to spit it out and want nothing to do with the bottle? But, he didn’t even hesitate. He was a champ and drank it down easily. However, there was a moment, where he looked up at me. It is as if he is asking, “Mama, why aren’t you feeding me”. This photo melts me…. those big, questioning eyes asking if everything is fine. And after that moment, I haven’t given him a bottle again. I am sure he will get many bottles in the future but, for now, I will cherish that special time we have together.
September 2, 2010 – 2:50 pm
What is more pure than a new baby in nature? A new baby in nature surrounded by shades of cream. This photo represents me and all that I love. Will, I don’t even care that you didn’t want to sleep on this day. That would mean that I didn’t capture that gorgeous heart-shaped smile you make. I think it is definitely apparent that you love to be in nature. You are happiest when you have a gentle breeze blowing on you.
My beautiful nature baby.
September 1, 2010 – 6:14 am
How appropriate that I go to take Will’s photo and there is a baby fern right beside him. A baby fern that is unraveling. Stretching its leaves to the sky. Growing stronger by the day.
Just like my baby Will.
August 21, 2010 – 11:08 pm
I have discovered that Will loves being sung to! Even though I am out of tune and make up words because I am not well-versed on all of the classic children’s songs, it still brings out the smiles and coos in my gorgeous, bright boy! This was his reaction to me singing “You are my Sunshine”. Yes, Mr Will, you are definitely the sunshine of my day!
August 20, 2010 – 7:38 pm
Two weeks ago, Will and I had to head into the city. Well, we couldn’t imagine not visiting the best Daddy in the world while we were there. We just had to stop off at the bakery on the way to get cupcakes because they are his favorite. I was exhausted and sweating by the time I reached his office. It is hard work getting a baby in and out of his carseat and into the stroller (many times I might add!).
…. but it was all worth it…
August 19, 2010 – 9:40 pm
Who needs tummy time when you can just have a photo shoot instead? My cheeky boy showing off his strong back muscles. He amazes me every day.
