Sunday, March 13, 2011

3 weeks already...

Quinn is already three weeks old (cue birthday horns, confetti, and some tears from mommy). I can't believe it's already been three weeks. However, we have been very fortunate to make the most of this time and soak up every second of it. Todd is cuddling with her and just staring at her as I write this. We have definitely put other things on hold, cleaning the house, etc. because all of these moments are just so much more important.
Quinn will have big update posts on the monthly marks, so look for her first one soon. Including her favorites, mommy's and daddy's favorite moments, most valuable baby items, and any milestones.

Our little 3 week old angel.


Quinn is still a "preemie" fashionista. However, we were able to dig through her drawers and find one "newborn" size jammy to spice up her wardrobe a little bit. It's still a little big on her. She will definitely get good use out her preemie clothes for a little while longer.


This one is just mommy's effort in practicing how to photograph with a focus and blurred background. Quinn is such a patient model.


Happy 3 weeks baby girl. xoxo.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

5 lbs 14.6 oz!! Woohoo!!

Our peanut is turning into a little porker! Well...she still is pretty tiny. :) But Quinn is almost 6 pounds now. We had a doctor's appointment this afternoon and she got a stellar report. She gained 10 ounces in one week! A much needed improvement from the 2 ounces she gained last week. She also finally made it onto the weight percentage chart! Yippee! Her height has been at 50% and her weight now puts her at 5%. This chart compares her to babies that are born at full-term (40 weeks). So she not only passed her birth weight, but she has gained one pound since we brought her home. Her doctor's report has made it's way to the fridge. Yea Quinny!!!

Our Tiny Peanut

As time goes by quickly, we know Quinn is going to be growing and changing just as fast. Pictures often don't show how little she is, so I've been trying to find ways for us to remember just how petite and precious she is. Here are a few pictures of me trying to capture this memory. :)

In Daddy's arm...


With my inchworm toy and remote control...


With my kitty...

(Lucy, oh so photogenic...Quinn, not so much yet :))

If anyone has ideas for creative ways to capture those tiny newborn moments, please share!

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

The first two weeks

We are starting to get more settled into a routine at home and becoming more accustomed to our new little schedule and how to make the most of our time. So far any extra time is spent just staring at her. :) But now that I am feeling much better, visitors are starting to slow, and we have, well, somewhat of a schedule, I promise to be much better about updating our blog.

Todd and I can not believe that two weeks have flown past us already. We have been soaking up every precious second. Quinn is still a tiny peanut, but it's amazing to already see changes in her. She is getting so much stronger and has tons of smiles when she is sleeping. She is rather quiet, but loves to squeak and grunt. :) I am also starting to see a little more Todd in her. We still think she looks a lot "Dalton", but I'm sure we will discover more and more her resemblances as she grows. Quinn is also a very good baby. She is seldom fussy, easy to please with eating (since we've adjusted her little feeding routine several times, and she takes to both breastfeeding and bottle feeding extremely well), and she started a consistent sleeping routine after her first week. Most importantly she is a healthy baby girl. We are so very blessed.

Doctor/Health Update: Quinn is still not quite up to her birth weight, 5 lbs. 9oz, but we are very encouraged she will be there very very soon. Her weight went up right after we left the hospital but slowed after that so we have her on quite a little feeding routine to plump her up! So bittersweet, we pray for her to gain weight yet we want to remember her as this little peanut forever. We see the doctor again this week. Mommy also goes to the doctor soon too, and she is feeling much better and amazed at her quick recovery from the surgery. She also can't remember a time her feet were ever this skinny (now that all the swelling has gone down).

Some "firsts" over Quinn's first two weeks:

First time feeling a little unsure about being held:
(Cuddling with cousins Aidan & Liam)

Correction - First time feeling unsure about being held:
(Cuddling with cousin Liam)


First car ride & First time at home:





First time on her billireuben blanket:
(Our little glowworm ~ She only needed this for one day at home for a little Jaundice that developed the day we left the hospital.)


First time stretching out on her own:
(Our little "February LoveBug")


First Bath:






First Real Outing (A Trip to Smashburger for lunch with mommy, Grandpa and Grandma Dalton):


First time in my bouncer:
(Still a little small for it :)


First time trying out a paci & cuddling with my favorite blanket:
(I've only used the paci a couple times.)


First full weekend with my cousins:
(I'm not sure I can keep up with them! But here was a relaxing moment cuddling with cousin Aidan and watching Despicable Me.)


First Bridal Shower:
(With one of Mommy's best friend's ~ Ashley (the bride))

Thursday, March 3, 2011

A little birthday present!

I guess it technically could be considered a little Quinn birthday present...but mommy got a new camera! One day she will thank us for such great pictures of her. I still have to familiarize myself with so many of it's functions and another fun lens is on the way, but here are a few new pictures of our little beauty. :) Enjoy!









More updates about Quinn's first two weeks to come! As we settle into our new routine, we should be able to post updates more frequently. :)

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

Hospital Baby Pictures

Use the address below to view Quinn's hospital pictures through this upcoming weekend. She had quite the serious face on. :)

http://www.bellababyphotography.com/baby/home

password: yqcDPlpFOx

Enjoy!
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