Not Too Tough for Pink

Ian had his 8wk doctors' visit and vaccinations yesterday. We found out that our baby boy is a whopping 12lbs 15.2oz and 25in long! Ninety-fifth percentile for his height and 75th percentile bracket for his weight. Dad just beamed as we were informed of Ian's growth, I'm sure he's thinking of future athleticism. The beaming was short-lived, as we were both bewildered when it came time for the vaccinations- 2 shots! Ouch! The nursed asked me to hold Ians' hands. I felt awkward trying to soothe him as Ian was stuck twice, once in each leg, conjuring cries that I have never heard previously. Ian held his breath and turned purple until he was shocked back to breathing by a quick pat to the back. Our 13lb bruiser quickly became our sweet baby boy again requiring mom's shoulder to nuzzle and sweet whispers of comfort after his traumatic experience. To top it off the nurse only had pink band-aids, a pink camoflauge band-aid for each thigh. We realized Ian is so little, so fragile, so moldable that we have been given a job that is impossible. We have been entrusted to raise Ian up to know and follow Jesus Christ, to have a heart for God's people, to be wise, to be a leader within the community  workplace, to be a Godly husband, and a Godly father....Impossible!  We Praise God that parenting has been made less daunting, even fun and rewarding, with Christ and the backup that we get within a community of believers....now how sweet is that!

Two Months Old!

Now that Ian is two months old we feel like we are really starting to get the hang of things. Outings are easier...we now know how to set up and collapse the stroller and how to transfer Ian from his carseat to the Baby Bjorn in 20 degree weather without anyone catching cold! We prefer using his cloth diapers over disposables, the Bum Genius diapers are just that, genius! We have had no leaks or diaper rash with these diapers and Ian seems to like how blanket soft they are. We are hoping to use the same diapers until he is potty trained since they are made to fit from 8-30lbs! There is a slight problem with his growth and the bulk of the diapers, he's quite bottom heavy and his 0-3mos. clothes aren't fitting....onto 3-6mos.! He's growing way too fast. At Ian's 4wk. check-up he was 9lbs.7oz. and 24ins. long, he has an appointment tomorrow, so we are excited to see how he has grown. We are all sleeping quite well... Mom and Ian just get up once at night to nurse/eat. Ian loves his feeding times and only recently has started to have problems with pain and spitting up about 30-45mins. after he eats. We've tried changing my diet: no caffeine, no chocolate, no soy, no dairy, no citrus, no cruciferous veggies, no beans....it's not helping, and I'm having a hard time finding anything to eat! We're wondering if Ian may have acid reflux?

All in all, we have had a great first two months with Ian, he is a delightful baby, and is so much fun to get to know. What a personality: he is very social, attentive, flirtatious, intrigued by music and lecture, and loves quality time with his Mom and Dad, even giving us some giggles when we kiss!! We Praise God for our sweet baby boy!

Hangin with Dad!

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It's important for little boys to spend some guys only time with Dad. Sam thought it would be fun for them to watch Sunday afternoon football together, so while I napped, Sam and Ian were couch potatoes! Ian was able to sit up in his boppy pillow next to Daddy and help root for the Colts!

Visitors!

Grandma Zink and Aunt Summer came to visit last week. Meeting for the first time, Ian knows no stranger and was all smiles! Ian loves having company and being busy. Our little boy was beside himself soaking in all of the affection that comes with having his Grandma visit. Ian loved the new faces, willing arms for lots of holding, and animated voices for story time. It was sad to have our visitors head back home to Idaho, also a little challenging, for Mommy was expected to do the job of three women for a short period afterward!

You Better Not Cry, Better Not Pout!

Daddy's got an in! Ian and I went to the dental school to visit Sam for lunch and Ian was able to meet Santa! How cool is that! Santa said that so far Ian has made the nice list. We'll see if he's still on that list next December!!

Snow Day

Grins & Giggles

One of Ian's first smiles captured on camera; the day after Christmas

Conversations with Mommy

Happily hanging out in my bassinet