The many faces of a newborn

Some kids just need to suck

On Emmett's 2 week birthday I caved to the pacifier...I am standing strong that I did not want to use a pacifier but I could not hold up against, Ryan, my mom and the pediatrician (who at our appointment earlier in the day, highly recommended it).  So here we are, 2 weeks old and he is loving every minute of his pacifier.  I must say, he does seem happier and so far it does not seem to affected his eating. I might even say, it seems to have helped his little digestive system. He eats less often (although he is still eating every 2 1/2 hours or so), has less gas and less hiccups.  Ugh...I hate having my plans messed with but according to the Happiest Baby on the Block, some kids just need to suck and it seems as though I have one of those kids. Oh well, I am now welcoming the pacifier into our lives, I guess I better get use to my plans changing. 

My parents were over last night for the pacifier introduction and some how my mom got lose with the camera. Here is our evening from the eyes of a grandma.



I think she took this picture because she had just been holding Emmett and the the pass off caused tears. No worries though, Emmett's Buddha had it under control.



"Oh pacifier...how I love you.."

An odd family photo but at least it has all four of us in it.

Emmett meets more cousins...

On Wednesday, Emmett got to meet more of his large family. Char, Paul and the girls stopped by for a meet and greet.  Emmett slept through most of it but the girls all got a chance to hold him so everyone went home happy.

"Where is the suck harder button"....

Jon and Amy have been so generous in sharing all of their baby goodies.  The most recent item to arrive is the fancy breast pump.  Amy wanted to show me how it worked however Ryan seemed to be the most interested...

Does he seem to be enjoying this a little to much???



Why does everyone look so serious?!?!?!?



This may be my favorite picture of Ryan ever!!!
Yes, the pump was on and sucking.

Oh the love!

Emmett met several very important people over the past few days. The first meeting was with his Auntie Heather, who loves him so much she cried when she had to say goodbye.  It was wonderful to have Heather here and we are already looking forward to her next visit.

Next, Emmett met his Great Grandma Rara.  Rara was the last of the great grandparents to meet Emmett but he loves her just as much.  Emmett and Rara shared many sweet moments including some awake time to chat and later, Emmett took a nap on Rara. We had a great time in Everett.

Last but not least, Jon, Amy and Joshua visited today.  I don't have many pictures of them with Emmett because I was having so much fun watching Joshua and Wilson interact.  I think Wilson was thrilled to have someone show up that was more excited to see him then the baby.  I have a feeling that there will be many blog posts in the future featuring the Emerson family.

First, the two pictures I took of Jon and Amy with Emmett...

Now, the pictures I took of Joshua and Wilson  :)

We can only hope that this is a good sign that Boy #2 and Boy #3 will have many good times together in the future.



Happy 1 Week Birthday...

Emmett is officially one week old today. I know that all parents say this but I cannot believe how fast it has gone.  Crazy! In order to celebrate this wonderful day I have decided to post all of the pictures Ryan and I have been taking on our phones. There is no order to these pictures just random moments captured. Posting our cell phone pictures may need to become a regular thing on this blog because we take a lot of pictures with our phones. :) Enjoy!

Bear butt!

After his first sponge bath.

Sleeping so sweetly.

trying to sit up and look around with Grandma

Ryan and my mom looking at old pictures.

A sleepy dad.

 

Ryan and his mom.

Boy #1 and Boy #2 having some bonding time.

All wrapped up and happy.

enjoying the swing for the first time

all wrapped up with grandma Terre

First play station game... Ryan still needs some practice juggling this :)

Mommy and baby right after he was born.

They all look the same...

So when Emmett was born we all decided he looked like Ryan (the wrinkly forehead is a dead giveaway!) however upon further investigation we are finding that he may have a slight resemblance to me.  My mom found some newborn pictures of me and the similarities are undeniable.  I now have a new theory...all newborns look alike! Ryan and I are generic white, brown hair, brown eyed people, how unique can this kid possibly look? I don't think we will know who he looks like for at least a month but you can judge for yourself.  Below are two pictures of Emmett and the pictures of me...I am confident you will come to the same conclusion I have. :)