One Month Old

Creighton is now one month old. He amazes us every day. He is changing and growing so fast. As of May 28^th he weighs 8 pounds and 14 ounces and is 21 ½ inches long. Since the last post we have had our first real bath, first visit from Meme and Papa Joe, first trip to the grocery store and our first time to a restaurant. He attended his cousin Josh’s high school graduation party and got to meet many more family members. His playtime is increasing each day and he is holding his head up longer during tummy times. When he is awake he is much more alert and response to our voices and recently started following objects. Currently his favorite book is Baby Animals Black and White by Phyllis Tides. And his favorite toy is his activity mirror. His sleeping is starting to develop a pattern but not on 24 hour schedule yet. He is totally content with riding in a car and daily walks in his stroller. Mommy had her first time away from Creighton for a dental appointment and he was a great boy and slept for Meme the whole time I was gone. Daddy is working in McCall but has been able to get two three day weekends so far to come home and take care of us. We have to say good bye to Meme tomorrow but we are looking forward to Papa Joe’s visit for the next two weeks. Here are some pictures since the last blog.

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Week Three

This week was amazing but overall less sleep for all of us. It started with our first trip to the emergency room in the middle of the night...but all is well. Creighton just had excessive bleeding that was all fixed by a wonderful ER doctor. Our most exciting moment of the week was his first successful tummy time; he was able to hold his head up! We didn’t have the camera ready at the beginning but caught the very end, photo below. We had warmer weather and less wind this week and we were able to get out and walk almost every day. We really enjoy the fresh air and Bailey loves the exercise too. Another first was our first party...we attended Jackie's graduation party; it was a lot of fun to see everyone even if Creighton slept the whole time. On Sunday Creighton discovered a pacifier he likes, to have one hand free is a huge relief for us, we don’t have to use our pinkie finger anymore - yippee. Also on Monday the 17th after three weeks of quality time with Creighton and I, Tim started back to work in McCall. We miss him already and he just left yesterday. Here are the pictures from the week...

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Week Two

This second week was just as eventful as the first week. Tim and I are loving every minute and getting better at figuring out what Creighton's needs are. Creighton still likes to stay awake and play from 1-5 am but I am sure that will change soon. This week we were able to take our first walk as a family, we had our first playtime, our first swing ride, our first Mothers Day celebration, our first time sleeping in his crib in the evening/night time, and our first visit with Grandpa and Grandma Garity. They came all the way from Maryland to see me. Here are some pictures from the week.










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Creighton is here!

I was hiking with Bailey on the trail behind our house when my water broke at 9:40 am on Tuesday, April 27th. Tim was working in McCall when I called him and told him to head home. We arrived at the hospital at 1:10pm and contractions were 2 minutes apart. Tim and I are so proud to announce that our son, Creighton Joseph, arrived on April 28, 2010 at 7:10am. He weighted 7 pounds and 13 ounces and was 21 inches long. He is truly a bundle of joy. We are all doing great. Tim and I are loving every minute. Thanks to all the friends and family for the food and support. We are thinking about you all. Here are a few pictures from our first week as a family.










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