tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-85856520992201327572024-02-19T02:22:50.171-06:00Sean and NicoleSean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.comBlogger368125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-90465354646852058722016-09-07T11:03:00.001-05:002016-09-07T11:03:32.948-05:00Avery Kait Huddleston is here!Our second daughter, Avery Kait Huddleston, arrived on August 23rd at 3:16pm. Our hearts and hands are full here at the Huddleston house - Avery is the perfect completion of our family and we are all adjusting pretty well to her arrival.<br />
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My water broke around 2am on the 23rd. We called Jacob to come over and be with Carson while she was asleep until my parents could get in town. I went to the ER (only after hours option) and they confirmed my water broke (it was pretty obvious, haha). I was checked in and had my epidural by 3:30am. From there, they started me on pitocin to speed up contractions, as I will still only dilated to 2cm. Around lunch time they checked me and I was at a 4, but started feeling very painful contractions for about an hour. They checked me 45 min later and I was at a 10 and pretty uncomfortable! The anesthesiologist came back and upped my epidural dosage and added some other meds. I sat at a 10 for a little while to let the meds kick in, then it was time to push. Just five pushes later and Miss Avery was here!<br />
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7 pounds, 5 ounces<br />
19 inches long<br />
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Big Sister Carson is doing wonderful and already has a sweet love for her little sister. She was very proud in the hospital and continues to be loving towards her at home. I pray that their relationship remains strong and supportive as they grow up.<br />
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Avery Kait,<br />
What a blessing you are to our family. We have prayed for you for quite some time and feel an overwhelming sense of joy to have you in our family. Your daddy, sister and I love you so much and can't wait to get to know you as you grow up. We are committed to raising you in a way that is honoring to the Lord and by His grace. We pray that you will grow up to be a young women who loves Jesus, loves others and loves the church. Your sweetness is a welcome addition to our family and we love you to the moon and back.<br />
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Carson Ruby,<br />
You have taken to the role of big sister so well and we are incredibly proud of you! At this age you are both sweet and sassy, incredibly smart and so much fun to be around. You are funny, rarely stop talking and enjoy snuggles. We are praying that you continue to feel just as loved now that we have a new baby and that most importantly you understand the deep love Jesus has for you, sweet girl. Carson you are a joy for both your daddy and I and I'm confident Avery will continue to look up to you as you both grow older. We love you to pieces and the moon and back, Carson.Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-65141170851297964062016-06-25T14:03:00.001-05:002016-06-25T14:03:06.733-05:00Carson: Age 3<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
A little late here, but Carson turned three in May! She brings us and so many others incredible amounts of joy. Sean and I often remark how quickly time passes and that three years flew by, but also how we can't really remember what life was like "BC - Before Carson." </div>
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At age three:</div>
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- She loves to: skip naps, do craft projects/color, play dress up, watch princess movies </div>
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- Some of her favorite people are: Studpa (my dad) and Nanny (my mom), her daddy</div>
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- Her best friends are: Aspen, Caroline, Levi</div>
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- She likes to eat: Macaroni and cheese, waffles, milk, most fruits</div>
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- She is incredibly smart and picks up on new skills very quickly. Her teachers often comment on her sharp she is. She knows most Bible stories by heart and we work with her on scripture memory as well. If Sean and I had to guess right now what she might be when she grows up, we would say a doctor or nurse. She's very bright, but also compassionate and caring. </div>
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- She wants to be a cowgirl when she grows up and loves all things horse related</div>
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For her birthday party we had friends and family over for Pancakes and Pajamas. It was a cute theme that worked pretty well for little friends. We are thankful to everyone who came to help us celebrate!</div>
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My friend Lindsay made her cake -- isn't is awesome?! It tasted as good as it looked.</div>
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Kiddo table. Most of these kids are from our small group, but a couple from school/family.</div>
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Little cutie about to blow out her candle. This girl loves anything sweet! Some of her birthday gifts this year included: bike, scooter, play doh sets, outdoor toys, princess outfits, and play camping gear. My parents and Sean and I tried to focus on experiential gifts, so we got her a pony ride and my parents got her some memberships (summer pool and a play place nearby).</div>
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The day after her birthday she woke up and asked me why she wasn't four years old. :)</div>
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Carson Ruby, </div>
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Being with you is one of my most favorite things. Whether we are just snuggling on the couch or playing at the park, you are a light to those around you. You get your strong will from your mama and your sense of humor and wit from your dad. You are sharp as a tack and nothing gets past you -- it's actually pretty amazing sometimes. We are confident you are going to do amazing things with your life and are so thankful we get to witness you grow up and be used by God. Carson, never forget how much you are loved by us -- to the moon and back! </div>
<br />Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-63429758355463439852016-06-25T13:48:00.000-05:002016-06-25T13:48:36.831-05:0031 weeks and her name: Avery Kait!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>How far along: </b>31 weeks</div>
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<b>Gender: </b>A girl! Avery Kait Huddleston</div>
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<b>Maternity clothes: </b>Mostly yes for bottoms, or leggings. Tops are a mix.</div>
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<b>Weight gain:</b> 16 lb, a little more than with Carson but not too far off</div>
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<b>Movement:</b> All the time. More rolling motions and lots of hiccups.</div>
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<b>Sleep: </b>Pretty well still. I don't last in any position for very long, but a body pillow helps. </div>
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<b>Symptoms:</b> By the end of the day I'm spent. Somehow I feel like my belly doubles in size throughout the day. Other than tiredness and some mild swelling at the end of the day, no remarkable symptoms to speak of.</div>
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<b>Best moment this week:</b> We just got back from a trip to the beach. We dubbed it "Big Sis Make A Wish" -- she's been asking to go to the beach pretty much every day for six months, so we spend a few days in Gulf Shores. She loved playing in the sand and was a little fish in the swimming pools. </div>
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Sweet Avery, we are spending a lot of time in prayer and discussion preparing our hearts and home for your arrival. Your daddy, sister and I are all looking forward to meeting you soon and showing you off to our family and friends. Avery, your middle name is Kait -- you are named after your daddy's cousin (and my best friend) Kaitlyn and we hope that you exhibit many of the character qualities she has. Kaitlyn is loyal, honest, one of the funniest people we know, and a woman who loves Jesus and her family well. When picking someone in our family to name you after, this was an easy decision. You are loved by many already and we look forward to celebrating your arrival in the next couple of months. We are confident you are the perfect addition to our team and a gift from God. Love you, sweet girl. </div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-57084571595544586412016-03-22T08:31:00.002-05:002016-03-22T08:31:25.455-05:00Sugar and Spice and Everything Twice The Huddleston Family is growing and it's another girl! We are over the moon and can't wait to meet our newest addition later this Summer (due August 26th)<br />
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A few important memories of this pregnancy so far:<br />
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- I found out I was pregnant just before Christmas. I got a positive test moments after I finished reading the entire Bible in a year and cried some pretty big tears of thankfulness.<br />
- Carson is pumped. She's been into babies since a very young age and is excited to have one of her own. She includes little sister in family conversations and also thinks she may also have a belly in her tummy to match mine.<br />
- Much sicker this time around -- about 16 weeks of nausea. I've turned a corner here and am very thankful!<br />
- My thyroid meds have had to be changed a few times. We are monitoring it closely and the obgyn isn't concerned, so I won't be either.<br />
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<b>How far along: </b>17 weeks</div>
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<b>Gender: </b>A girl! We are close to a name selection.</div>
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<b>Maternity clothes: </b>I for sure feel bigger than I look. Started the old hair tie trick this week.</div>
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<b>Weight gain:</b> None yet, but I'm sure I'm just around the corner.</div>
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<b>Movement:</b> Yes, I mostly notice them when I'm still. Sean felt a little kick this week, too. </div>
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<b>Sleep: </b>Lots of it. Sleeping like a champ so far. Sean says I snore a lot more when I'm pregnant and I have crazier dreams. He said I was talking about nachos last night. :)</div>
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<b>Symptoms:</b> I've been much sicker this pregnancy than the last, but the past week or two have been much better. My main symptoms are a growing belly, food aversions and sensitivity to citrus. I'm also pretty sensitive and weepy.</div>
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<b>Best moment this week:</b> We celebrated our 8th wedding anniversary this week with a date night while Carson had her first sleepover. Very thankful for Sean and the way he cares for me and the girls. He's been a champ since I was so sick for much of early pregnancy.</div>
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Little miss, we are filled with love and thankfulness for your precious life and look forward to you completing our family. I'll go ahead and warn you that your big sister might smother you with kisses a bit when you first arrive. I hope the two of you become life long friends. When we found out you were a girl, I was surprised but your daddy says he knew all along. He is very excited to be a daddy to two girls! We love you so much and are praying for the rest of this pregnancy to go smoothly. We are thankful for the opportunity to grow our family and think you will be the perfect fit! Looking forward to life full of loving you and your sissy. </div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-21130125164266706512015-12-13T15:35:00.001-06:002015-12-13T15:35:19.300-06:00Carson at 2.5 Carson Ruby is 2.5 and really is such a joy. Sean describes her as "aggressively affectionate" and I'd say that's pretty accurate!<br />
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Somethings about Carson recently:<br />
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- Her vocabulary has skyrocketed and she's a great communicator. She understands emotions and will let us know how she's feeling in pretty descriptive terms.<br />
- Her love language is for sure physical touch. Girl loves to cuddle, give hugs, and hold hands. Our church had an event centered around your child's love language and after really realizing hers was physical touch, we've avoided a lot of disciplinary type issues by just offering more snuggle ("nuggle") time.<br />
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- She has a lot of friends, but some of her favorites are: Aspen, Caroline, Harlow and Levi. She's a social butterfly and loves to be around others.<br />
- She does ok with eating -- she will usually try about anything, but doesn't seem to eat a ton of any one particular item.<br />
- She potty trained herself. :) Right around her 2nd birthday we officially started and she had it down with only a handful of accidents. A couple months after that, she was good to go all night, too.<br />
- She typically gets sassy when she's hungry or when she has to leave somewhere she doesn't want to.<br />
- Her favorite toys right now are baby dolls, coloring, playing pretend (princess, doctor), and her play kitchen.<br />
- Her favorite TV show is Sophia the First and she asks to watch it all the time! Kiddo is persistent.<br />
- She's very smart -- picks up on things very quickly, memorized new songs/books/bible verses after just a couple of times. Her memory is way better than mine!<br />
- She has just recently taken to talking on the phone. She wants to call family/friends and have a little chat, but the conversation usually ends pretty abruptly ("ok, bye bye!"...click)<br />
- She naps for around an hour at daycare and usually two hours at home, sleeps from about 8-6:30.<br />
- If you ask her what she wants to be when she grows up, she will say "A Mommy!" (and I know she's going to make a great one!)<br />
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Carson Ruby, your daddy and I are so very proud of you! We love getting to know you and see your personality develop. You are kind, smart and very funny. Being your mom is one of my greatest gifts and pleasures. We often pray through the fruits of the spirit over you and have seen a lot of those character qualities come out. Sweet girl, we so desire for you to grow up knowing and willingly serving Jesus. We promise to do our best to lead you into a healthy relationship with the Lord by modeling grace and ensuring our family's involvement in the Church. You are so much fun to be around, so imaginative and creative. You've just woken from your nap, so I'll leave this post to hug your neck. Love you to the moon and back, Carson!Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-72604244646723224062015-05-10T14:53:00.003-05:002015-05-10T14:53:36.894-05:00Carson Turns Two<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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At age two Carson:</div>
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- Loves to play pretend</div>
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- Really enjoys reading books. Right now mommy or daddy read to her then she "reads" the books next</div>
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- Enjoys going to church, especially if we promise a bus ride (shuttle)</div>
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Carson Ruby -- this year your birthday and Mother's Day fall on the same day. It's so appropriate to celebrate those together, given you were the one who made me a mommy. With tears welling up in my eyes, I feel so grateful for the opportunity to hear your little voice call me mommy and to feel the snugness of your tiny arms giving me a big hug. Right now you are incredibly fun - I love your silly side and you seeing your imagination take flight. I love your snuggly side -- the way you need extra cuddles after you wake up from a nap and how freely you give hugs and kisses to others. Two years really have gone by very fast and each new stage brings a twinge of sadness for phases passing, but more joy and anticipation for the little girl you are shaping in to. Carson, I hope you know how much you are loved. Your daddy and I try really hard to make sure you are safe and know how special you are. As much as we love you, God loves you even more. As you grow older I pray that you will trust us as your parents to help guide you and trust that Jesus' plan for your life is best. Carson you are such a blessing for us -- you bring us so much joy and laughter. We love you to the moon and back!</div>
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<br />Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-76408250071065208622014-10-17T21:31:00.005-05:002014-10-17T21:31:50.163-05:00Carson update: 17 monthsWe are about halfway through football season and are finally in our groove for our fall schedule (which typically means a little less of Sean!). I led a Bible study at our church this fall, so it's been busy, but a wonderful start to autumn.<br />
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Carson is now 17 months old and as cute as ever. Things she's up to now include:</div>
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<li>She's a lover and very affectionate -- the other day at a party she made a boy cry because she was hugging him too much. Could be worse habits, haha. </li>
<li>She's an ok eater -- I wouldn't say she really loves anything in particular, though. Still not a fan of most fruits or veggies, unless blended in a smoothie. </li>
<li>She really loves daycare. She's always happy for me to leave her and sad when I pick her up. Today another mom told me her little girl was asking to see Carson on the way to school, so I hope that's a sign she is kind to others. The teachers love her to pieces, too. </li>
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To my dearest Carson Ruby -- </div>
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You really could not be any sweeter. You are such an easy baby to love and care for, often waking up with big smiles and falling asleep just after sweet giggles. Your daddy and I love you so much that it's almost like life was a little black and white until we met you, then everything came in full color. Being your mom is a blessing on many fronts -- I love to love you, but I also know that this role was created for me as part of my own sanctification process, drawing me closer to Jesus. We have been praying the fruits of the spirit over you recently -- love and joy, which you embody every day. Now we are praying for peace -- peace in knowing you were created by our Creator, who has a specific plan for your life. Peace in the fact that both your dad and I will love you unconditionally. As a toddler, you lack some understanding, but the Bible tells us that Jesus can offer peace that transcends understanding -- it's not always going to make sense to you and that's ok. God can help you do big things, Carson, and we are thrilled to have a front row ticket to see how He uses you! </div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-79205683013878491112014-06-21T12:51:00.000-05:002014-06-21T12:51:21.293-05:00Breastfeeding: Our StoryAs this chapter of life comes to a close, it's important to me to document this milestone. Breastfeeding surprised me in a lot of ways. Given I've spent nearly 500 hours of my life with a little one attached to me, I think its own blog post is merited. <div>
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So, I clearly know millions of women have breastfed their babies -- many longer than I did and most with more children. I'm by no means an expert on the topic, but I thought if this encouraged another mama in a tough spot or provided insight for a mom-to-be then it's worth it. </div>
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Surprise #1</div>
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It changed my prayer life dramatically. I was forced to sit still. To be quiet. To relax. Breastfeeding opened the possibility of clearing my mind (which normally races) and seeking out The Lord at all times of day. For this I am forever grateful and this is one of the reasons I'm sad to see this season pass us by. </div>
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Babies adapt. With every milestone related to feeding -- sleeping through the night, adding baby food, dropping a feeding, etc. I was always very anxious. Was she hungry? Will it mess up her napping? There may have been a couple of odd days mixed in, but by and large she just figured it out on her own. It was always harder on me than her.</div>
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God did, in fact, equip me with motherly instincts and I learned to trust them. The first few weeks after Carson was born were tough on me -- I think I may have even had some PPD. I didn't ever feel sad, but I definitely felt unreasonably anxious. I remember texting Sean that I was sick to my stomach about giving Carson and paci (which she never took anyways) -- how silly! After God delivered me from that anxiety, my confidence grew tenfold and I just started to "feel" what was right. Trust those instincts, parents -- God gives them to you for a reason.</div>
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When pregnant with Carson I was armed with the facts: breastfeeding is good for both baby and mommy. There are lots of studies out there -- from higher test scores to improved bonding, but I'm sure you've heard all of that before (I'm also sure there are probably other variables connecting those correlations). I also had a lot of concerns -- would I hate it? Will it hurt? I can't sit still for 5 minutes, how will I do this? I have to go back to work! </div>
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Some things that really helped me along the way include:</div>
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<li>My pump. This helped my return to work easier. Most insurance plans are now required to offer a pump free of charge to members -- I encourage you to check it out. </li>
<li>My husband. When things were tough, he encouraged. Heck -- when things were great, he encouraged. A good support system is important. </li>
<li>My baby. She really was a good eater. She picked up nursing well early on and put herself on a very manageable schedule. </li>
<li>My job. I did go back to work after two months of maternity leave, but with a flexible schedule -- starting out just 3 days in the office. I would still come home at lunch to feed Carson and being around her instead of pumping as much as possible was important to me. Even when she started daycare the ladies were incredibly supportive and would have the nursing station all set up for me when I dropped by.</li>
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Breastfeeding brought out a lot of emotions {and sin!} I didn't know were there before. I was so thankful to have the physical ability to feed Carson. I was grateful that it came easily and that I enjoyed the time with her. I put a lot of pressure on myself to make breastfeeding work -- probably too much pressure. I felt like if it didn't work out it would be my fault and a failure, which is crazy -- not once have I ever looked at another mom giving their baby formula and thought they loved their baby any less. That was for sure silly. </div>
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Carson started sleeping through the night at 11 weeks -- I continued to get up in the middle of the night once until she was 7 months old to pump. I could pump so much and was pretty quick, so I didn't mind getting up. That helped me build my freezer stock, which provided peace of mind for me. As I kept doing it, Sean pointed out that he thought I was becoming prideful about still waking up to pump -- he was right. Although I didn't really realize it, it was a source of control for me and not healthy, so I stopped and enjoyed a good nights sleep, but not without some internal struggles and confessions about my desire for control. </div>
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As I look back over the past 13 months I have an overwhelming joy, with a twinge of sadness. How awesome that God created our bodies to help care for a baby from conception through breastfeeding! The decision to stop is multifaceted -- she doesn't seem very interested anymore, needs to learn to drink milk out of a sippy better and we have some upcoming travel. </div>
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Yesterday -- on what I thought would be the last nursing session, I put Carson in my lap. She looked me straight in the eye, grabbed my cheeks with both of her hands, puckered up and gave me a big kiss on the lips -- as if to say, "You did great, mommy!" I teared up, fed her and knew that was that last memory I needed for our breastfeeding journey. </div>
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I'll end with this -- moms need cheerleaders. Husbands need to encourage their wives and support them through the crazy. Raising little ones isn't easy and forming a community of support instead of judgement is so important and just one little way we can show Jesus to others. What works for me might not work for you and vis versa, but we can still understand that we all have a deep desire to do the best things for our babies and families and offer up kind words to build one another up. </div>
Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-2003537198666943052014-05-18T16:45:00.000-05:002014-05-18T16:45:01.587-05:00Carson: one yearI blinked and now have a one year old little girl! Carson brings a lot of joy to those around her -- all of the obvious suspects are obsessed with her (parents, grandparents), but even those who interact with her more sparingly have been won over by her. She is very loving towards others and has a sweet disposition.<br />
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We celebrated her birthday at our house with family and friends -- it is so humbling to see how others love Carson and are generous with both their time and resources. Sean and I feel very happy here in Fayetteville, surrounded by wonderful, thoughtful friends and family.<br />
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Here's a video I made with some of our favorite pictures and videos from Carson's first year!<br />
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Here are a few pictures from the party! I tried to keep things pretty simple and made most of the decorations and food.<br />
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To my one-year-old daughter, Carson --<br />
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This year you have grown physically, while I have grown more emotionally and spiritually than I thought possible. Your dad and I are incredibly proud and honored to be your parents and don't take our roles lightly. One of my favorite things about you right now is your friendliness with others -- you do no discriminate who you share smiles or waves with and it's a wonderful picture of loving others well. Thanks for taking it easy on us and introducing us to parenthood as gently as possible. While there is a small part of me sad to see this baby stage leave, I am pretty darn excited to see you continue to learn and help decipher your talents and interests. You are loved by so many, but none greater than Jesus himself.<br />
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Love,<br />
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MommySean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-64668559168113414912014-04-16T16:51:00.002-05:002014-04-16T16:51:41.614-05:00Carson: 11 months old<div style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif;">
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She weighs about 21.5 pounds and is 29.5" long </li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She shows a lot of interest in table food now and does pretty well with small bites of just about anything. She doesn't love picking up slimy foods herself (ie: bananas). </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Still breastfeeding 8, 12, 4 and 8 though I do think she is starting to wean herself -- sometimes she's not very interested.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">This month she started walking! She gets more brave every day -- still plenty of falls but Sean and I were happy to witness her first steps!</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She loves to wave and is really good at it. She also loves bath time and being tossed in the air. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She will say "dada" "mama" and recently picked up "uh oh" -- she will mimic a couple of animal sounds if she feels like it.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She has two teeth, bottom front. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She's doing great at PlayLearn and I love getting to spend every afternoon with her at home.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She is still a great sleeper, typically sleeping from about 8:30pm to 7:30am. She usually naps 2x/day at noon and 4pm, but that 4pm one is kind of hit or miss, depending on how her first nap was.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She weighs about 20.5 pounds and is 28.5" long - she must be well proportioned because she's definitely not petite, but doesn't strike me as chunky, either.</li>
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She eats solids 3x/day, usually oatmeal or yogurt at breakfast, babyfood at lunch and combo of table food and baby food at dinner. She's really good at feeding herself small bites of pretty much anything we eat now. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Still breastfeeding 8, 12, 4 and 8. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She's starting to get into everything -- now that she can easily pull to stand she's reaching new levels (literally) and I have to keep a close eye. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She loves to wave and is really good at it. She also gives pretty good kisses by licking your face.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She can walk assisted by either our hands or a walker toy. I cried when we bought that toy and she took off as soon as I opened it!</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She has two teeth, bottom front. </li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She's doing great at PlayLearn and I love getting to spend every afternoon with her at home.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She is still a great sleeper, typically sleeping from about 8:30pm to 7:30am. She usually naps 2x/day at noon and 4pm, but that 4pm one is kind of hit or miss, depending on how her first nap was.</li>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-63319306529824200122014-02-14T18:10:00.000-06:002014-02-14T18:10:18.637-06:00Carson: 9 Months <span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">At 9 months old, we are starting to get little glimpse of a toddler peeking through. Carson is starting to get an opinion on things and move around all of the time. She really does have the sweetest disposition and is a very happy baby. </span><br style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;" /><br />
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<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She weighs about 19.5 pounds and is 28" long (75% for both)</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Just bumped up to size 3 diapers</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She eats solids 2x/day, usually oatmeal with some type of veggie/fruit. She really didn't like the food I was making her -- we think because of texture and not taste. I still make some things but do a lot of Ellas or Gerber organic baby food. I tried to start a 3rd solid meal, but she's not interested yet so we will try again in a couple of weeks.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">Still breastfeeding 8, 12, 4 and 8. I'm already sad this will come to an end in a few months!</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She crawls all over the place, waves, still likes to clap and just started saying "dada"</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She has pulled to stand up a couple of times, but not consistently yet</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She just started getting her first tooth on her 9 mos birthday</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She's doing great at PlayLearn and I love getting to spend every afternoon with her at home.</li>
<li style="margin: 0px 0px 0.25em; padding: 0px;">She is still a great sleeper, typically sleeping from about 8:30pm to 7:30am</li>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: Trebuchet MS, Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">Being your mom is one of my biggest joys. You are sweet to everyone around you and we get comments nearly every day on how happy you are. The way you clap for me when I walk into a room, smile through the window in the car and lay your head on my shoulder for cuddles make me feel like a million bucks. </span></span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 18px;">Your daddy and I are praying a lot for you -- that you would grow up to love Jesus, find your worth in His eyes and be kind to those around you.</span><span style="color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small; line-height: 18px;"> I am pretty astonished at how quickly time is passing by, sometimes feeling sad at the stages already passed, but I know the days/weeks/years to come will be full of love and laughter for our family. You are so very special, Carson, and I love you more than words can describe. </span></div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-88173854430915873562014-01-12T14:33:00.000-06:002014-01-12T14:33:28.314-06:00Carson: Month 8 We are 2/3 of a year into this parenting gig and it just keeps getting better! It is so fun to watch Carson's little brain work and figure out new skills and tricks! Here is what she's up to at 8 months:<br />
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<li>She eats most of the foods we have tried, but isn't a big fan of peas or green beans (we'll keep trying!). I have made most of her food, but sometimes we use Ella's brand if we're on the go. </li>
<li>Still breastfeeding 8, 12, 4 and 8. So thankful for my flexible work schedule, which has helped me continue to breastfeed. </li>
<li>She claps, calls me mama (mostly when she wants to be picked up), can sit up on your own and just today took your first little crawl (though she doesn't quite know she could really take off!)</li>
<li>She will start at PlayLearn 5 days a week now, but thankfully I still get to pick her up by 2:30 so we have the afternoons together. </li>
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What a delight it is to be your mom! I love everything about you -- the way you reach for me to pick you up, the way you sleep with your bottom in the air, how you share your toys with me. Just a glimpse of your smile warms your daddy and my hearts like nothing else we have experienced before. So far your personality seems to include persistence, joy, determination and thoughtfulness. Oh how I pray God uses those characteristics in mighty ways as you grow up. You are an awesome baby - you sleep well, show lots of affection through kisses (licking my face) and snuggles, play contently and are eager to learn. We love you, sweet girl!</div>
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<br />Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-82717728365195830532013-12-13T21:55:00.000-06:002013-12-13T21:55:03.044-06:00Carson: Months 6 and 7<div style="text-align: center;">
It's hard to blog when you're busy living life -- I've just been out of the habit of writing things down and need to start up again! </div>
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Here's what Carson has been up to the past couple of months: </div>
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At your 6 month check up you were about 16 pounds (45%) and 27.5 in long (90%). </div>
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You are still in size 2 diapers and wear mostly 6 month clothes, but will need to transition to 9 month soon. </div>
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We started baby food at 6.5 months -- baby oatmeal first and you've also had squash and sweet potatoes. You tried peas, but weren't a fan. We have pureed your food so far. </div>
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Right around 7 months you dropped one of your feedings, so you eat every 4 hours now (still breastfeeding). You take a 6-7 oz bottle if I'm away. </div>
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You started sitting up on your 6 month birthday and now push up on all fours, but haven't quite figured out you can move forward to crawl yet. </div>
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Still no teeth, but I keep thinking that will happen any day now considering how much you love to chew on everything within reach.</div>
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We are working on waving, clapping and saying "mama" or "dada" -- no luck yet. :) </div>
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You are really awesome. Your dad and I loving watching your little brain work and try to "connect the dots." You are curious and joyful -- your personality shaping by the day. I want you to know I pray for you often, sometimes just that you sleep safely through the night and sometimes for your future spouse. God picked you to be my daughter and me to be your mother -- we will both be shaped by one another and oh how I pray that we have a close relationship...that you will feel comfortable sharing your dreams and heartbreaks with me as you grow. I love you more than words can explain, dear daughter. </div>
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Love, Mom</div>
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Happy five months, sweet girl! You are a joy to be around and we get comments all the time about how happy you are. It's really fun to see you learn new things and really starting to take in your environment. </div>
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Here is what Carson is up to at five months:</div>
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Weight: about 15.5 pounds</div>
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Length: 27.5 in</div>
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Wearing mostly 3-6 month and 6 month clothing now and size 2 diapers. It's starting to get pretty chilly here, so I have packed up most of her summer clothes. </div>
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Still eats every 3 hours during the day, the last of which is at 8pm and still sleeping great!</div>
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Naps 3x/day -- she decided she no longer needs an evening nap, but when it's bedtime we all know it! ;)</div>
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She still does most of the same "tricks" -- rolling over, blowing raspberries, giggles. She is definitely learning more every day, though and is quite fascinated by hands and beards.</div>
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She really is a happy baby, but when she is done with something, she very clearly communicates that! </div>
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She is wonderful in the car right now -- we took a trip to Kansas City and she happily played/slept the whole trip (special thanks to my mom who traveled with me there and watched Carson while I went to a wedding!).</div>
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She had her first illness - a stomach bug of some sort and that was so sad and not much fun for any of us...she was a trooper, though.</div>
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You are delightful. Truly! We definitely have a "opportunities of growth" as we continue to get to know one another, but my goodness you are such a good baby. This month I have seen a new level of joy and passion from you, both qualities I pray become engrained in your character and that God would use for good in the future of your influence. Your smile lights up your daddy's and my hearts like nothing else and thankfully you give them liberally. We love you so dearly, little girl and hope you feel safe and secure in our home and arms. </div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-45991568477325830522013-09-13T20:57:00.000-05:002013-09-13T20:57:27.374-05:00Carson: four months old<div style="text-align: center;">
<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Hard to believe we are 1/3 of the way to Carson's first birthday! During my pregnancy and early in Carson's life I always felt so eager for the next milestone {some, like smiling, were SO needed for this mama}...but now that she's meeting new milestones so quickly I just want press pause. I feel like we just barely enjoy one before she learns a new "trick." </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She weighs 14 pounds 11oz (75%)<br />She is 25.75 inches long (95%)<br />She wears mostly 3 month clothes and size 1 diapers still, though we are ordering size 2 diapers this weekend (Sean finds great deals on diapers through Amazon). Depending on the brand, she can do some 3-6 size clothes, too.<br />She eats every three hours during the day, the last of which is at 8pm. Still sleeping through the night.<br />She doesn't need the swaddle anymore. I do still put a blanket around her legs, just because I think she feels cold to me otherwise, but she usually has kicked it off by morning.<br />She takes 3 naps, each about an hour long, throughout the day and usually wants a catnap around 6:30pm.<br />She learned to blow raspberries {a nicer way to say she spits more, ha}, grabs items with her hands and giggles regularly.<br />She rolls over to her belly all of the time and can roll back, but doesn't often yet. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She has started sucking her thumb some, usually if it's right at eating time or if she's really tired.<br />We feel really blessed by our childcare options. Her daycare (3x/week) room is run by two very loving ladies who have been at the same daycare for 11 and 19 years. The other two days a week a sitter, Becca, comes over and she is wonderful! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She still likes her bouncy seat (though I think she's going to outgrow it this month) and her playmat. We just started putting her in the jumper/bumbo/and highchair and she seems to be doing great in all of those.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She handled her 4 mos shots like a champ -- a little sore, but no major reaction.</span></div>
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Sometimes I feel like my heart could burst with joy and love for you. One of my most favorite moments with you is right before you fall asleep and you nuzzle into my neck -- your little lips are perfectly puckered and I always wish I could capture that in a picture somehow. I hope the mental picture never leaves my memory. The way you light up when your dad or I walk into the room is precious, too. Just about anyone can get you to smile, but you definitely know who your parents are and we get a special smile and look of excitement from you. You really are an incredibly happy baby and for that we are so thankful. Being a mom is such a humbling experience and I think it's pretty cool God created you as a means to refine my character. We love you deeply, little girl. </div>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-80054310308720295722013-09-02T10:50:00.002-05:002013-09-02T10:50:52.837-05:00Mizzou baby<div style="text-align: center;">
In celebration of college colors day and the first football game of the season, Carson has been sporting her black and gold! I can't wait to take her to Columbia next weekend for her first football game! We might need to move back to Missouri sometime in the next 17 years to ensure she can get in-state tuition. :)</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">College colors day at daycare. She was the only non-razorback, to be expected.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This onesie says "Future Golden Girl", a gift from one of our most precious family friends and fellow Mizzou alum. (he hasn't missed a home Mizzou game since like 1962!)</td></tr>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-35780282032900516232013-09-02T10:33:00.002-05:002013-09-02T10:33:54.781-05:00Recent Crafts<div style="text-align: center;">
Here are a few of my most recent crafts. I feel like I craft/sew in waves -- a lot at once, then nothing for a while. Surprisingly, I haven't really sewn much for Carson yet, but look forward to some cute ideas around the holidays this fall. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I made these bows for Carson and her two girlfriends, Caroline and Elliott. I just watched a tutorial on youtube for the bow tying, then used my silhouette with heat flocked transfer material for the monogram letters.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I also made a bag tag for Carson's diaper bag. I purchased some Scotch brand clear luggage tags, then created and printed the design on our comp at home. It's not perfect, but will work for now! Not bad for $1.</td></tr>
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-20880756843866722852013-09-02T10:18:00.001-05:002013-09-02T10:18:23.502-05:00Carson Ruby meets her Great Grandma Ruby<div style="text-align: center;">
Last weekend my parents came in town with a couple of extra special visitors, my Grandma Ruby (whom Carson is named after) and my Aunt Dede from San Antonio. I am so thankful Carson was able to meet her namesake! </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Carson and her great grandma. Her cheek is red because since learning to roll over, she likes to sleep on her side. Her sensitive skin has toughened some since then and doesn't get quite so irritated anymore.</td></tr>
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I was blessed to have 8 grandparents growing up and I usually tell people they were all different. Grandma Ruby was the classic grandma, though -- baking with us, taking us camping, documenting our childhood meticulously. She is strong but gentle, witty and very kind...all characteristics I hope our little girl exhibits, too.</div>
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Grandma had quite the trip! They flew from SA to STL, where Dad picked them up and drove to Springfield, IL to visit her sister, who is unfortunately sick. They then drove back to Branson for a couple of days of relaxing, attending shows and even going out on the lake. Dad drove everyone to Fayetteville last weekend for a quick visit since I had sorority stuff here in Fayetteville and couldn't make it to Branson. She had a good time, but I'm sure was thankful to be home. The assisted living facility where she is threw her a welcome back party! </div>
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<span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">Brace yourself for a picture overload! Our sweet girl Carson is three months old and what a joy she is! </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">She weighs approx. 13.8 pounds (according to our scientific weight me, then weight me plus baby technique)</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">She is about 25.5 inches long</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">She wears mostly 3 month clothes and size 1 diapers still. 0-3 mos stuff is usually too short for her now.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;">She eats every three hours during the day, the last of which is at 8pm. She started sleeping through the night </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">(9pm-8am) at 11 weeks. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">She does love to be swaddled still, so we are slowly trying to break her of that. Right now she's napping without it!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #666666; font-family: Trebuchet MS, Trebuchet, Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;"><span style="line-height: 18px;">You bring an incredible amount of joy to our lives, something I never could have imagined until holding you in my arms. There was a part of me that was actually a little sad when you started sleeping through the night because it was one less time a day I get to snuggle with you. Silly mommy, I know. I think you not only look like your daddy, but you have his chill personality right now, too. You are our little slice of heaven and we do not take the responsibility of caring for you lightly. We love you so very much, Carson!</span></span></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">You will smile for anyone who talks to you -- those who are extra silly like Aunt Jess get extra smiles! Our friend Adam did get you to giggle for the first time. I've gotten a little one after that, but not regularly yet.</td></tr>
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Life lately has been full of loving on our little girl, spending time with friends and family and adjusting to a new schedule with my return to work. My heart is really full right now - God has been and continues to be so faithful to our family!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My sister lives in Texas and was finally able to come up to meet Carson. We loved having her and my parents visit together -- it's never long enough! Thankful for technology like Facetime to help keep in touch.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">When I'm at the office three days a week, Kaitlyn comes to watch both Caroline and Carson at our house. This arrangement has been a huge blessing to help ease my transition back to work. When school starts mid-August, Carson will start at a church daycare from 8:30-2:30pm. The girls had twinkie day this week!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sean and I had our first date night -- it went by too fast! Our church does this awesome thing and offers free childcare two Friday evenings a month to allow parents some kid-free time. They really love on young families well!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Last night Carson slept through the night! To be totally honest, I'm going to miss our early morning feedings -- I'm not sure she was ever really wide awake, but I appreciated the quiet snuggle time with her. I don't think she's ready to completely eliminate them yet, but we'll see. So thankful she's a great sleeper!</td></tr>
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Miss Carson is two months old today! I feel like we are leaving the newborn phase and entering the baby phase full of new discoveries and a developing personality. </div>
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We just got home from her 2 month check up and thankfully we have a perfectly healthy and growing girl! She and I both cried a little when she go her shots {it's the first time I've heard her cry out of pain and it was so sad!} -- thankfully she didn't cry long and I was able to feed her right afterwards. She's given me smiles since we got home, so I think she's handling them well!<br />
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Here's a little about Carson this month: </div>
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She weighs 11lb 15.5 oz (80th percentile)<br />
She is 23.5 in long (90th percentile)<br />
She wears 0-3/3 month clothes and size 1 diapers -- I packed up her newborn clothes!<br />
She eats every three hours during the day, the last of which is at 8pm. She sleeps until about 4-5am, then again until 8am.<br />
She takes 3 naps, each about an hour long, throughout the day and usually wants a catnap around 6:30pm.<br />
She started smiling and cooing around 6 weeks old -- those smiles feel like such a great reward!<br />
She loves to kick her legs and her bouncy seat is her favorite place to play.<br />
I have started pumping in the middle of the night to help build up my freezer stock.<br />
While I'm at work 3 days a week, Kaitlyn has been watching her at our house (huge blessing!)<br />
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Dear Carson,<br />
What a joy it has become to be your mama! You are such a great baby -- your daddy and I just can't get enough of you. This month you met two of your great grandparents, which was very special. Each day I think you get even cuter and I'm really looking forward to seeing your personality grow and develop. I hope you know that you are incredibly loved -- by both your earthly family and your heavenly father.<br />
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Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-69093605721157114682013-07-07T17:05:00.002-05:002013-07-08T18:59:56.997-05:00God's FaithfulnessWhile in the shower today {doesn't everyone do their best thinking in the shower? Probably a sign that our lives are too full of other distractions throughout the day} -- I was thinking about God's faithfulness. As I return to work this week after a wonderful maternity leave spent getting to know my baby, my thoughts have ranged from anxiousness and sadness to thankfulness and a willing spirit to obey God's will for this life stage. So often we think we know best for our lives, when really we need to trust that God's plan is the ultimate best. Trusting and being full of faith are difficult for me -- I am a self confessed control freak. I know it about myself, I don't like it, but alas the character quality is so ingrained in my personality. Reflecting on this concept today, I was reminded of the many times in which the Lord has come through for me and shown his loving kindness and faithfulness for our family.<br />
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<li>He created a husband just for me and allowed us to meet at a young age. (so glad I never had to date as an adult! -- I'd be awful!) </li>
<li>He provided for us financially while both Sean and I finished grad school. </li>
<li>He opened doors to a job the same week we moved to Fayetteville. </li>
<li>He has given us a spectacular group of friends to live life with here in NWA. </li>
<li>He chose us to be Carson's parents, allowing me a healthy pregnancy and delivery. </li>
<li>He answered my prayers to remove my anxiety just after Carson was born and has increased my confidence ten fold. </li>
<li>He provided a flexible job to ease the idea of working as a mom.</li>
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He has been so faithful to our family, yet I still struggle with doubt. It's human nature, I guess. I know He will continue to be faithful {which I understand doesn't always mean everything will go my way} as I embark on the journey of becoming a working mom. I'm sure there will be times when my heart aches being away from her, but I have promised myself and Sean that I will give it a fair shot. I will choose to have a good attitude about working and give it enough time to make an educated decision, instead of one based purely on emotion.<br />
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Early in my maternity leave I read this scripture and have fallen in love with it!<br />
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"Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with a willing spirit. Ps. 51:12"<br />
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Here's to a new adventure, one with joy and a willing spirit!Sean and Nicolehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08297799966362958486noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8585652099220132757.post-54516278845020661252013-07-05T13:13:00.000-05:002013-07-05T13:13:20.530-05:0027 and Independence Day<div style="text-align: center;">
On July 2nd I turned 27 and we had a great day! We joined some friends at the pool for a bit, then Kaitlyn watched Carson for a couple of hours while Sean spoiled me with a shopping trip. I haven't been shopping for me in a long time due to pregnancy, but this trip was timed perfectly so I could get some new goodies for my return to work (next week). I am sad it's time to go back, but will be able to work from home a couple of days a week and Sean's cousin Kaitlyn will be watching Carson at our house the other three days for the next six weeks. I'm thankful for a flexible job and have to remind myself this is harder for me than it is Carson. There may be a time in the future where I don't work outside the home, but for now this is the best for our family and I'm trying to be obedient to that. </div>
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On the 3rd we hosted a BBQ to celebrate my b-day and Independence Day with friends. It was neat to have friends from high school, work and church all in our home together. </div>
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