Wednesday, April 28, 2010

Three weeks in

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This photo really says it all. Kya and I are getting along great. We're getting to know each other more everyday ... and every night, especially during those 3 am feedings!

Last Friday, my mom, Kya, and I went fishing at the creek on our land. We didn't catch anything, but we had a great time enjoying the beautiful weather.

I have to plug my baby carrier - it's an Ergo and I absolutely love it. Kya loves it too. It's ergonomically designed for baby and adult, and it's so comfy. I was able to feed Kya while she was in it - that's what I call super convenient ... and discreet.

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Kya is definitely showing more of her personality. She is usually happy just laying on the floor staring at the windows. Just today she started to smile in response ... I'm convinced it not just a reflex smile, but a "real" smile.

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We've been told about all the benefits of tummy time, so here is our documented evidence of Kya enjoying her tummy.

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A funny thing about our daughter - she can frequently be found with her head tipped way back, and her neck in a very uncomfortable position.

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Apparently she enjoys this position so much because it helps counter her acid reflux (thanks to my sister for helping us solve this mystery). Poor thing. Well, at least she found something that helps.

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Here we are today.
And yes, I coordinated our outfits. I'm just a few short months away from matching dresses and sunbonnets. I'm just kidding. Seriously.

Wednesday, April 14, 2010

Becoming mommy

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We're parents to a beautiful baby girl – Kya Rose. She was born on Saturday, April 3, at about 1 am. Kya was 7 pounds, 15 ounces and approximately 21 inches long at birth.

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To say that we are totally, completely head-over-heals in love would be an understatement.

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She's perfect in every way.

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And, she even likes to sleep! In fact, last night she only woke up (to eat) once before 5 am.

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She really likes to sleep – and cuddle – and she's darn cute.

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It's already hard to imagine what life was like before Miss Kya.

More baby updates to come ...