2 Month Check Up

Today we went to our two month check up. There was a baby in the office who was so tiny and chubby. I thought for sure he was 1 month old, at the most! He was the same age as Bear! Well my boy weighs 15 lbs. even and 23 1/2 inches long.  He is wearing size 6-9 clothing, slightly loose. He is up to date on the coo's, the poo's, the grins and the head holding. Yeah! He did so good, and gave Dr. Hottie smiles and couple of clicks. He also made Kenneth's day by saying he starting to look like him.

Trimm'n time

Did you happen to see the scratch on Bear's nose a couple of post back? Well it would because of his nails. It makes me super uber queasy to try to cut his nails. I cannot even describe how tiny they are.
I have tried clippers with protection guards- could not even get it to his tiny nail. I have tried magnify glass clippers, flashlight clippers and good ol' regular clippers. And yes I have even tried my teeth.
The first I time I went to cut his nails I waited till he was sound asleep. I picked up his tiny tiny little thumb nail and started to clip. I immediately pulled back fearing that I just indented his base to far. I broke out in a sweat pulled his limp sleeping body up against mine and apologized over and over again. I thought for sure I was going to pass out.
After that moment I was started putting him in onesies with gloves built in. Problem solved.
There should be a mani/pedi for newborns/toddlers at spas. I bet they would make a ton of money. I have slowly gotten a wee bit better at clipping but that is why they sell baby gloves :)

Karate CHOP!!!

First Timer

Well we finally did it folks. We went out to eat for the first time since having Bear. The hostess sat us in a corner, and I was grateful for you never know what might happen. So it was his nap time and he was hungry I had been dragging him around to attempt to shop. He hates shopping! Is he really my child???? Anywho I thought i would be able to feed him and then she sat ever man possible around us. After flashing them a couple of times our food arrived. It's much like home. I get to eat then KB or vice versa. Bear started off good and chilled in his stroller for a bit. Then wanted out. We finished up and left driving around the parking lot before KB went back to work and so Bear would fall asleep.
I always found it really (REALLY) annoying driving behind those individuals who crept up slowly in their cars to stop signs or red lights. "Come on just get up there already!!!" But then I had a baby. I promise I will never judge that person again. Why you may ask? Well when driving and your baby is fussy, and you finally get it to sleep if you stop that car from moving in motion HE WILL WAKE AND CRY!!! Scream!!! So just remember folks when driving behind creeping cars they may have a baby they are trying to keep asleep.

Sleep Time

Well he is a sleep! That is when I get to write. He is doing so good. His manic days have passed...I hate to jinx myself but for the past 3 1/2 weeks he has gone to bed a 7:30 pm on the dot. He almost sleeps through the night. He sometimes wakes for feeding but not often. Occasionally he does this weird thing where he will just start crying and he will be completely asleep. You have to tell him "It's Okay open your eyes".  It is cute. I feel bad because I giggle, but I can't help it with his little sad raisin face. He will stay asleep until 7:30-8:30 am! On Mother's day he slept till 9:30!! It was amazing!
Speaking of my first Mother's Day it was great. It was super relaxing. My sis came down for the weekend and spoiled me! She watered my plants and picked out the dead ones. That is one of the first things I stopped caring about after Bear was born. Who has time to water and groom plants when there is a whole house to take care of? She baked me muffins and chocolate cupcakes with carmel centers! She took great care of Bear. She rocked him to sleep and put him down. She snuggled and sang to him. He really loves his Aunt Lemons! Then Sunday we all slept in and did nothing! After Mel left Kb and I did laundry and relaxed together! It was perfect topped with a HOT bath and evening hike with the dogs and Bear.
Bear is really enjoying the outdoors. He is very alert to all that is around him. He is growing so much. Everyone says they grow up fast and they do. I am glad I could not imagine him being in a fragile state for long. Plus I get so many kisses, giggles and chatter from him! I love it. I love to snuggle him or should I say smother him with my love. I only get this for what another 10 more years ? Then he will be telling me to stop it :(
I have gone back to work and all is well. KB and Bear do so well at home together. I love hearing about their days. I am so glad KB gets this bonding time with him. He also realizes it is not easy being home all day with a baby. Besides the chance to take naps you really are kept on your toes! What does he need now? He is fed and has a clean diaper what now? Read another book? More tummy time? Perhaps another walk around the neighborhood? Oh he just covered himself in spit up new outfit....Time to repeat! It seems simple my friends but it is not.

 Nap time in the pack and play!

 Nap time for Dad on the couch!

 Waking up in the morning! This is what I get to see every morning!

Work it Girl!

Well I am a working girl again! I went back to work- of course still only very part time. I like the time to get out of the house and bring home some money! It's nice to see people's faces again. While I am at work Kb stays at home with Bear. We are very lucky to have this arrangement! He's so lucky to have this bonding experience. Even luckier because Kb will be transferring to a new gym just around the corner from our house and track season is over! So we will get way more time with him!
My trainer (KB) thinks its way over due for me to start working out. When my hands are not full today I will be busting through my first workout since early into my 8th month of pregnancy. The beginning of pregnancy was really tough with morning sickness. I could barely breath or walk with out puking or wanting to! I look forward to getting back in shape. Some people are like "Yeah right! You will never be where you once were!" Well I call their B.S. and say I will be in even better shape! It's not only about being healthy and fit but it makes me happy and balanced....So off to bust it out! Want to follow along? You can google the exercises for how to's...
3 Sets
10-Push to Plank
12- Dumbbell (DB) curl to Press
20- Leg up Crunches
15- Prisoner Squats
15- Superman's
15- DB Bent over Rows
15 each leg- Lunges
50- Mountain Climbers
20 each leg- DB One leg V-Ups
 after the first set take 2 minute break then continue to next set. I only take about a 30-60 second break between each work. Don't forget to drink water!

Happy Mother's Day

 Melanie, My Mom and ME! Just us Monroe Ladies!

 Mel and my Mom at my wedding!

 Mother of the Bride and the Brother...He will be getting married next spring!

 My Mother's! My Fo' real Mom, My other Mother Becky and my other-other Mother- Mother in Law Karen!

 My Engagement Party with my Mom and Dad!

 Whataburger and the Brother and Mother

 The Lovely Mother!

Me and The MOM!
This year is extra special Mother's Day for me because it is my first Mother's Day. I look forward to the day to look back at pictures of me and Bear! There are always the rough times and the really good times, but no matter what there is always love right there. Right next to your Mother. I may be a few states away from my Mother this year, and I wish I could be there every year to celebrate this day with her. I love her all the same. I have a wonderful Step-Mother and an amazing Mother in Law. I am thankful for such diverse and caring women around me! Each has taught me a little something, but of course my Mother has taught me so much. Happy Mother's Day to all the Mom's out there. Especially my Mom- Happy Mother's Day. Love you!

The Nervous Father

The Nervous Father by Steve Martin

"Daddy, where did I come from?"

"Uh....uh...Well, Tommy, well it seems...well...Why, Why out of the garbage can, son. The garbage man comes and throws you in the garbage can and Mommy goes out and gets you. You see, the garbage men pick you up at the creampuff, cherry gingerbread house run by the angels with the puppy faces, and the North Star wonder men with the magic seeds tiptoe 'round the huckleberry tree."