A Beautiful Day

60's, sunny, nothing planned...such a beautiful day.
We didn't get out for a walk today, but we did take a little stroll for some fresh air as we grabbed the mail today. :) Otherwise, we spent our day with lots of the usual...eating, sleeping, and some great playtime. I'm trying to start establishing some "routines". There isn't much routine with a newborn, she eats when she needs to eat, and sleeps when she needs to sleep. However, I'm trying to start putting her in her crib for two of her naps a day. (She still sleeps quite often, so just one of her morning naps and one of her afternoon naps.) I still keep my one afternoon nap where she sleeps cuddled on my chest, can't give that one up. :) She is a bit of a light sleeper, and sleeping in my arms or on my chest is where she sleeps the deepest. So it's good for us to get her more adjusted to her crib now that she is past her due date and not needing that "in the womb" tight feeling as much anymore. At night she does pretty well, and we are lucky. We just have those occasional odd and off nights where she is up more frequently.
Anyway, here are some of our favorites pictures of our beautiful girl on this beautiful day.

A little sourpuss face ~ "Ummm...mom, my bow isn't straight, no pictures."

"That's a little better" ~ Holding her head up proud.

Looking at the gorgeous sunshine coming in.

Tummy Time :)


Ahhhh.... (all tuckered out)

...just too cute.

What about Lucy?

Don't worry, our little Lucy has not been deprived of attention these days. Although, she definitely is having to adjust to some major changes around here. And, unfortunately, not being the baby anymore and showered with all of our attention is one of them. Lucy was not quite sure of this new little addition at first, but she has become accustomed to Quinn pretty quickly. Our first night home was pretty funny as she meowed and alerted us everytime Quinn made a peep and even climbed up by me when I was feeding her and tapped her little head twice in her "curiousity". Since then some mama cat qualities have come out for Lucy. She still alerts us when Quinn cries and she always seems to be closeby. :)

Assisting with a Diaper Change

Making it clear that she still claims Todd's lap

Prepared for Bathtime


Bouncer Supervision

Relaxing...

...and showing her patience

Naptime

Somebody open the blinds for this poor kitty :(
I usually opened them every morning for her. I guess we both have some adjusting to do.
At the end of the day, Lucy is just exhausted from her nannying duties...

Due Date ~ March 14th

Should Quinn have been able to sustain a full term pregnancy, we would have been preparing now for her delivery. It's a little strange since she will already be a month old this coming weekend. We are so thankful that our little girl is so healthy and strong despite her early arrival. And I'm a little glad not to be anticipating her arrival any longer. :) She is here and she is perfect!

Quinn clearly was aware of this important date today and decided it was a great day to show off that even though she is little, she is big and strong. :) She had three firsts today.
1. Her first real smile! It was very real and in response to mommy playing, tickling, and blowing kisses on her hand this morning. Then more tears from mom, because it was the most precious thing in the world.
2. Supporting her back, neck and head while mom held her hands and pulled her up for 5 seconds. She is so strong! Her back, neck and head were all straight and not leaning back at all.
3. First Tummy Time!

It was a great day! Along with this, we started the day with some time watching the news in mommy and daddy's bed, we enjoyed a great afternoon nap together on the couch, a little time in the swing with the sun shining in, a lot of eating (that seems to take up most of our day) and some time playing too.







...and stretch.


Todd will be home soon. So I think the night will be topped off with a little time with daddy and a bath. :) Good night! Also, Hallelujah for Daylight Savings!!!

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.

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!