The Forgotten Blog :(

So, it's been a few weeks now and I haven't forgotten the blog, just postponed it for a while. We've been so busy, but I wanted to give a quick "Eleanor Update" before she wakes up from her morning nap.

She is 7 weeks now and absolutely amazing!! We love her so much and cannot imagine life without her! She recently slept through the night 2 nights ago from 10PM to 6AM, and last night made it from 10PM to 4AM. Pretty good for a 7 weeker, I say! We "try" to start her out in her bassinet at night, but somehow she ends up in our bed with us!! I have no idea how that happens...lol. We will have to wean her from the habit eventually, but for now she sleeps with Mom & Dad! What can I say, she loves to snuggle!

We have been going on more outings recently (with the help of Grandma Bubby), but I am doing pretty good managing the car seat and stroller (they are SO heavy). She hates the car after about 10 minutes so we try to stay close to home. She loves furry blankets even though it's still 100 degrees in Sacramento!

Anyway, that's our life for now...I'm sure it will change next week :)

Picture for Mom :)

My parents return from vacation tomorrow and we are so excited to see them! Eleanor has changed so much in just 2 short weeks and cannot wait to see her Grandparents!

Have a safe trip home Mom and Dad! We love you :)

Update & New Pic

It has been such a busy week that I have forgotten to post! On Tuesday Aunt Alexa came to help with my post-op doctor appointment and we ran errands all afternoon. It was fun, but tiring to say the least! We went to Babies R Us, Bed Bath & Beyond, Borders, and the mall! Oh, and Taco Bell for lunch (very healthy...haha). Thanks for all your help Alexa :)

Yesterday was Eleanor's first stroller walk. The two of us walked across the street to Target and cruised the aisles for bargains. We also went to starbucks and got a coffee (decaf of course, for the breastfeeding Momma). As I was walking along I noticed a huge smile across my face. I realized that the past year of sadness and months of tiring bedrest has paid off! This is my new life and I couldn't be happier!

Tomorrow I go back to work and I am really looking forward to seeing all my clients. My clients have become such amazing friends over the years and they have supported me through it all. Can't wait to catch up with everyone! I will only work 4 hours on both Friday and Saturday and Michael is planning on bringing Eleanor to me for her feedings. I am a little nervous about how to time her feedings just right, but we will figure it out, I hope!

I told my sister-in-law Amber that I would post pics of our new slipcovers so she could check them out :) Got them on Tuesday at Bed Bath & Beyond and I think they look pretty good. The cats have destroyed our furniture, so I guess this is a temporary fix!

Here's the little Missy!

Eleanor's first trip to the mall!

Okay, okay...I've missed a few days, but this "Mommy Gig" is tough work! I can't guarantee a picture everyday, but I will try! On Saturday evening Michael and I took Eleanor to the mall. Her first trip of many! Since it was Labor Day weekend and well over 100 degrees, the mall was crowded to say the least! It was a good experience to practice getting the stroller in and out of the car though. The carry seat is still too heavy for me to lift (with my incision), so I watched while Michael slaved in the heat!I'm hoping it will get easier, but those car seats are just so heavy!

We've had a great weekend and don't want Michael to go back to school :( Boohoo! I have my post-op appointment tomorrow and Aunt Alexa will be here to help. We may run a few errands or even take a walk (depending on the heat). Happy Labor Day!

We miss you Mom & Dad!

Day #3 & #4

Oops...missed a day! Sorry Grandma & Grandpa!! We had too much fun on our big day out yesterday with Daddy!

Michael has Fridays off from school so the three of us spent the whole day together. Eleanor had her 1 month doctor appointment in the morning and is doing really well. She gained almost 2 lbs. this month and now weighs 8 lbs. 5 oz. What a big girl! After the doctor appointment we got sandwiches at one of our favorite places and relaxed at my parents house (even though they weren't there). Then we stopped by Uncle Bob and Aunt Amber's to say hello and they ended up making us dinner :) It was a great day and Eleanor loved being on the go!

Eleanor at the doctor













Relaxing at Grandma & Grandpa's














First bath in tub...she LOVED it!!

Day #2 Pics

I said I would post a picture of Eleanor for every day my parents were gone, so here she is!!
"I hate a swaddle!!"
















Milk Comma

We miss you Grandma & Grandpa!!

My Mom and Dad left for their annual vacation to the east coast for two weeks and Eleanor misses them already! I told my Mom that I would post a picture on the blog for everyday she was gone, just so she could see what the little missy was up to.

Today, Dad helped me take a bath before he left for school and this afternoon I am swinging! Mom just made lunch and she may settle in for an afternoon nap!