I made this video the other day of our hospital stay and I already see so many changes in our little boy.
A funny fact: During the actual video of Sawyer's first bath at the hospital the nurses have the radio playing and so all you hear is Toby Keith's "Should Have Been a Cowboy" so this will now be Sawyer's song.
My favorite memory from this month: On our first outing to Joplin for one of Sawyer's doctors appointments we had to make a few stops. During one of the stops Ryan stayed in the car to watch Sawyer. When I got back he said Sawyer spit up but no big deal. Okay, well as soon as we got home we both go in to change his diaper and what Ryan thought was spit up was in deed a blow out. Ha. Ryan then leaves the room and leaves this diaper change to me. Thanks, babe! Fast forward to the one night feeding Ryan had that night... Ryan went to change Sawyer's diaper and all of a sudden he said he started feeling wet--everywhere--on him and all over Sawyer but had no idea what was happening (side note-Ryan can't really see anything without his glasses on). After he ran back in our room to get his glasses, he finally realized what was happening. HAHA! Oh the adventures of having a baby boy. So it looks like taking the blow out was the better choice.
At two weeks old, we finally got around to getting some newborn photos done. Ryan and I actually weren't going to get them done, but after some coaxing we did. The gal who did our engagement, wedding, and birth announcement video also does photos with her mom, Patty Jessee. It was our first time trying out their photography side of the studio and I couldn't be more happy with the way they turned out. See for yourself!
1 Samuel Chapter 1 (26-27) "...I prayed for this child and the Lord has granted me what I asked of Him. So now I give him to the Lord. For his whole life he will be given over to the Lord."
Throughout the day I praise and thank God for our little miracle. Last year at this time I was starting to give up hope on having a baby on my own. After a few more months of being patient and a month before having to see a specialist, it was finally God's timing to bring Ryan and I a baby. I can't thank God enough for this gift and answered prayer and for also trusting me to raise another child of His. I pray that I am able to raise Sawyer in a way that is pleasing to our God and that he will someday choose to put on the full armor of God to live for Him.
I know of so many people having babies right now and it has been neat to talk with them about what is working for them and how it is going. Some who haven't had their babies yet have asked me to keep track of must haves and so I decided to keep track of things monthly for them, but mostly for a reminder our next go around. These are some things that have been life savers or just really nice to have this first month.
Skip Hop Chelsea Diaper Bag- When I started looking at diaper bags I knew I wanted a backpack style bag. This wasn't the original bag I drooled over, however now that I have it I absolutely love it. Even though the inside is huge, there are still organizational pockets so it's not just a giant black whole. But honestly, my favorite thing about it is probably just the way it looks. I love carrying it wherever we go!
Boppy Newborn Lounger-One of my coworkers raved on and on about this. I never ended up putting it on my registry and just figured I could make due without it. WRONG! Thank goodness she ended up getting it for me. Thanks Loren! It has been such a lifesaver. And the elephant pattern is pretty cute. Of course all I want to do is cuddle my baby boy, but lets face it, our arms get tired and there are tons of stuff I have to get done. This is when the lounger comes in. My parents even swear by this already. Do yourself a favor and add this to your registry NOW. Or come borrow mine after a few more months. You can thank me later.
Starting Out Pajamas- Our cousin, Jennifer, from Wichita sent us the absolute cutest baby package the week we got home from the hospital filled with goodies and lots of pajamas/lounge outfits. Although all the outfits quickly became my favorite, I fell in love with the several ones she sent that were this brand. They are SO soft and adorable! Any time I have had him lounging around in these outfits and others have seen him, they have always said how cute they were. I may be sending her a check to go buy more. I love that they are open at the bottom with elastic. That makes diaper changes so much easier than messing with the buttons and making sure they are lined up correctly at 2am when you are still half asleep. Plus, these pj's elastic is more giving than some of the other brands we have with elastic at the bottom.
Carter's Swaddle Blankets- We got these two blankets as a gift from family and I absolutely love them. They are so soft and cozy. We have quite a few options for swaddle blankets but every time Sawyer is swaddled by his daddy it is always in one of these blankets. Ryan is the swaddle master! These blankets are pretty big, super soft, and even though they are pretty lightweight, they are still warm.
Honest Diaper Wipes- Okay so I have heard many different reviews on the Honest Company, but so far I love them! Of course I like them because they are all natural, organic, and yadda yadda, but the reason they are listed as a favorite is because of their smell. Sounds silly, but a few weeks ago I opened up a package of another popular brand and I couldn't tell if the stinky diaper or the smell of the wipes was going to make me gag more. EW! That right there was enough to make me a fan of the Honest wipes for life. If you do want to try them, they will send you a free sample and use this link if you do so>>>Refer a friend
Now, for one more picture...I am so happy Abby and Sawyer get along. Abby has always been super protective of me, but she has quickly figured out Sawyer is pretty important as well and so she doesn't leave his side for long. When she goes to lay down next to Sawyer, he often just stares back at her as if he is comforted. It's the cutest thing! Well, that and the Denver Bronco's attire. Obviously Daddy wasn't around to dress him Saturday morning.
This little guy is so stinkin' cute! Congrats on the first "blow out", these seem to always happen in the car!! :-) I can remember having to take the carseat covers off a couple of times after my then little ones!!
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