Big Brother Max

Even just a couple weeks before Isabel was born Max was still holding out hope that she might possibly turn out to be a boy. Now that she's here, he is so smitten with his littlest sister. He has affectionately nicknamed her Belle, and just look at this proud smile.

2 (and a half) weeks

Isabel had her two week check up with the pediatrician this morning because the doctor wasn't available last Friday when she actually turned two weeks old. Our doctor said she was perfect, and I'd have to agree. She fits right in to our pattern of big babies because she has already grown two inches and gained a pound. She is 22 inches long (99th percentile), and she weighs 9 pounds 14 ounces (90th percentile).

Baby Shower

Today was a day of celebration! We celebrated my grandma's birthday, Ashley's baby's upcoming arrival, and Isabel's arrival. Isabel got to meet a lot of my aunts, uncles, and cousins for the first time. Natalie stayed home with a fever, and Emma started feeling sick at the party (thus the scowls in all of the pictures), so the day wasn't quite like we had planned, but we still had a fun time. Thanks everyone for loving on Isabel!

Thursday

Isabel is such a sweet baby. We spend our days taking turns holding her.

Unrelated, but also pretty sweet -- bedtime piggy back rides:

Bedtime stories

Happy Monday!

The kids and I went to the park today for the first time since Isabel has joined the family. Isabel slept the whole time in her carrier. It was great to be outside and back to our usual activities.

Isabel was awake a little more today than she has been, so I was able to get this fun wide-eyed picture:

And some more sleepy newborn pictures because she is just too sweet!

One week with Isabel

What a special first week we've had with Isabel. We've done our best to take it easy and enjoy this fleeting newborn stage.