Saturday, March 29, 2008
My Daughter
So today I realized something. Ever since Zoe was born , I have referred to her as "my baby". At the hospital, at the doctors office, talking to people in the store, it was always "this is my baby". But today I was listening to the radio as I rocked Zoe to sleep and I heard someone refer to their daughter. That was when it really hit me that I HAVE A DAUGHTER. My very own daughter - just like I am a daughter to someone else. Then I started thinking how big that daughter/parent relationship is, and how much I was loved my whole life as someone's daughter. Whether it's the parents who put their hearts and lives into raising me, or the step parents that got me by default - I am a daughter who is loved. I don't think I realized how powerful, amazing, yet heartbreaking that love can be until today. There isn't anything better. I am thankful.
Friday, March 28, 2008
Happy Baby
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Mommy and Zoe Conquer the World!
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Guess who weighs 6 pounds!
Zoe is finally out of the 5 pound range. After lots of breast milk and some supplements, she has started gaining weight like a champ. Daddy loves being able to feed her, and Mommy loves having 10 minutes to shower! I must admit, it was very hard for me to give up being the sole provider of nutrients, but in the end, it seemed to work out for all. Whatever it takes to keep the baby healthy and happy!
Sunday, March 23, 2008
Zoe kisses
Easter Baby
Zoe's first "Big Boy" visit
Saturday, March 22, 2008
Baby and the Beach
OK, so it for a total of 30 seconds because it was windy, but Zoe went to the beach for the first time today. Hopefully she'll get a great sense of calm from the ocean like her Mommy and will love coming here as often as possible. (When I was pregnant, the few times I was able to come to the beach, I would rub ocean water on my belly for her- wonder if she recognized it!)
We did it!
Today was Mommy's birthday and we went out to lunch! First time since baby - very exciting! People oohed and awwed about how adorable she was and Zoe slept through the whole thing. Yummy food was had by the rest of us. Looking at other older babies in the restarunt, it was hard to imagine Zoe being that big someday...
Zoe's first social outing
Thursday, March 20, 2008
First Family Photo
Wednesday, March 19, 2008
These boots are made for walkin'
We've started walking Zoe around the neighborhood. Of course, in the country where we live, there are no leash laws, so we have to bring a big stick (see below stroller) to ward of any overly "friendly/curious/rabid" dogs that may come along. And we thought this would be safer than city living! Next stop - the beach!
Monday, March 17, 2008
Gnome Baby
Friends and family have been sending us packages filled with wonderful baby things! So far everything is too big for my tiny girl, but some of the preemie outfits fit. This is an adorable outfit from my friend Holly (who is a year ahead of me on the momma train and has already tested all that is baby and keeps me updated!). So far Daddy lets me dress her up - he secretly loves it! But he draws the line at headband bows....we'll see about that!
Snuggle Time
Sunday, March 16, 2008
Baby's first Bath!
Poppy and Gramma Joyce came to visit!
Tuesday, March 11, 2008
Gramps, Daddy, and Zoe
Aunt Abby was here!
One of my best friends in the world was going to come and surprise me with a visit last weekend, but unbeknownst to her, I had a baby! Luckily she came to see the little princess anyway! Unfortunately there were so many things to figure out in the hospital (breast feeding, diaper changes, doctor visits, nurse interruptions, sleeping, crying babies, etc) that she was often ignored, but she still kept up great spirits and spoiled me with flowers, company, and special treats when she could! I am so glad she came and am so happy that Zoe was able to meet someone so special to me! Never could have imagined this day when we were in college togetehr!
Sunday, March 9, 2008
Zoe was due today...
Lunch time
Mama and Zoe spend a lot of time in this chair trying to figure out a feeding schedule. Apparently Zoe is a night owl because she is happy sleeping most of the day and staying up from 1am to 4 or 5 am. Let's just say that Mama hasn't had that type of schedule since college, and is having an intersting time adjusting!
Saturday, March 8, 2008
Gramma and Papa John
Wednesday, March 5, 2008
Look how tiny!
Day 5 and counting....
Zoe Pearl is here!
Sunday, March 2, 2008
she has arrived
After a very laborious (pun intended) Friday night, little Zoe Pearl Kellogg-Brodeur was born Saturday, March 1 at 10:34 am. She weighed 5lbs 80z and was 17 1/2 inches. Mom, Baby and Dad are all fine. We'll be posting plenty of pictures in a couple days when we get all settled in at home.
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