Leyton's Christmas Request

chubby cheeks

my boys

first family pic...I know, we are looking a little rough

first stroller ride- with my hat cocked to the side

a little grin!

We got to come home from the hospital today...again. Leyton did great during the surgery and he seems to be in no pain at all. He is finally opening his eyes really big for mommy and daddy. 

Prayers please

We are taking Leyton in at 6am this morning for surgery on his hernia. This is fairly common in newborn boys, but it is still unnerving for mom and dad. The worst part is that I can't feed him for 6 hours before the surgery- so I don't know who will be squalling more, him or me. Hopefully it will be outpatient and they wont have to keep him overnight. I will keep you posted. Please keep us in your prayers.

A few more pics...

We finally got to go home today!!! Leyton's tests came back great and he doesn't have an infection (we had to stay a day longer because they were waiting on some blood test results.) He was a trooper through his circumcision and slept the whole way home. 

I never thought I could be so in love before. It is an indescribable feeling. Jeremy and I are beyond blessed with this child and amazing friends and family. Thank you for your prayers!

"How Wonderful Life is Now You're in the World"

He's here!!! My little angel is finally here. He is GORGEOUS and more perfect than I ever dreamed he could be and I love him more than I thought possible. He weighed in at a whopping 8.5 lbs! And his little complexion was so smooth and pink. We have our computer at the hospital (dorks, I know) so I figured I would upload some photos while Leyton is having some bloodwork done. More to come later. 

Last Belly Pic- Going to the hospital!

Keep us in your prayers! Hopefully the next blog post will have pics of the little guy!

Due Date = "You're still here?"

Well, here we are. The infamous Due Day. This kid is not wanting to come out. I told Jeremy that too much CNN watching is to blame. I wouldn't want to come out during this crazy economic spiral either. Smart kid. 

The most common phrase that I hear multiple time a day is " Wow, you're still here?"   or  "No baby yet?" to which I would like to reply, "No Einstein, I just popped the thing out this morning and decided to come to work."  Instead I refrain to a polite response. I know it is just because people care and I would probably ask the same thing, but if I had a nickel for every time I heard it, I would be a baller. 

Anyhow, we went to the doctor yesterday and there has been no change. No dilation, no effacement, no contractions. We are however being induced Friday!!! I have to go in on Thursday night so they can "ripen my cervix." Doesn't that sound like a stellar time? I'm hoping for a fun ripening. 

But really, I can't wait to see my boy. I am so ready for him to be here!! It has been a long time coming. Please pray for for a safe delivery and a healthy baby!!!