Hazel's 1 month birthday!

 Hazel is one month old today and is weighing in at 8lbs!  I think she is sneaking Nutella from the cupboard at night. What a chunky monkey!  She has been a wonderful baby just like Oliver was.  The only exception being a few days ago when that angry abscess on her bottom was giving her trouble (trust me, very nasty).  She has been on antibiotics and is doing much better.  

I told Matt today that I realized that I don't have very many pictures of me and Hazel together.  He told me we should get the camera out this weekend and he would take pictures... and maybe I could take a shower.  Is that a hint that I smell like puke?

Happy little Family

 Family of four

 Taking neigh for a wild ride!

 Grandma Tina and Papa Phil

Trying out the new baby toys

Thank you Brooke for the beautiful job you did taking pictures of Hazel!!!  You are the best!

Big brother and baby sister

Can you tell Oliver isn't thrilled about having baby Hazel on his lap?  He kind of has the 'deer in the headlights' look on his face.  Soon enough they will be partners in crime, out to destroy the house one crayon at a time.

I can't believe how big my little boy is getting!

The newest addition to the Wisconsin Wheatleys!

 
Baby Hazel was born Friday the 18th of February at 5:19am weighing in at 6lb 13oz and 18.5 inches in length.  She came into this world quickly, peacefully and without any complications.  Earlier that day I had my doctors appointment and he said everything looked good and that I had started to dilate but you never know when you will go into labor.  Later that day I started to spot and have contractions but I was not really that excited because I had been having false labor for the last month... so I just kind of blew it off.  Finally Matt called the doctor and he said to meet him at the hospital.  At 8:00pm I reluctantly went along for the ride thinking we would just be sent home.  After I got hooked up to the monitor my contractions were 3 to 5 min apart, some lasting as long as 7 min.  (just like with Oliver my contractions have a mind of there own).  Dr. Heal broke my water at 2:00am (I was dilated to 4cm at this point and 70% effaced) and my labor took off!  I wanted to see how long I could go with out an epidural...ya, I don't know why either.  Thankfully Matt was smart enough to suggest I get my epidural sooner than later because I had Hazel an hour later and almost missed my window of opportunity for some much needed relief.  I had gone from 7cm to 10cm in twenty min.  I told the nurse there was some intense pressure down below, she took a peek and said "Don't push!!"  Dr. Heal got there just in time.  Four contractions later Hazel was born.  I had a wonderful experience with this labor.  It truly was perfect, just like by sweet baby.
I find it amazing what a difference a week can make.  Oliver being born at 36 weeks had to spend 5 days in the hospital, Hazel being born at 37 weeks had no complications and I got to hold her and feed her right away.  That was a special moment for me.  She is wonderful at nursing and sleeps soundly.  I feel so blessed to have two beautiful children and family and friends who are so willing to give a helping hand.  Even with two angels, being a mom has its challenges.  

 Smiling right from the beginning!
6lb 13oz

 Love at first sight

 

First family photo

 Auntie Brookers

 Just chillin'
She looks so much like Oliver in this picture

 Already has daddy wrapped around her finger!

 This photo does not really do her justice...she has crazy long monkey toes that are adorable

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Lovin' the bouncy

 Please ignore my massive boobies and post baby gut.  Right below is proof that baby girls can do as much damage as baby boys.  I think I miss getting pee pee in the face.  Seriously this little present shot a good foot!

 Oliver and his "pretty pretty" man necklace

Helping daddy make a yummy dinner

Oliver's 2yr Checkup

So here is the break down:

Height 34"
Weight 27 lbs
Noggin 49"

So he has grown 3 inches and 3 lbs over the last 9 months.  I think I need to start feeding him straight butter to fatten him up!  He's a really good eater but he never stops running so it all get burned off.  Developmentally he is right on track.

Some of his new talents include:
Knowing almost all the letters in the alphabet
Numbers 1-5
Jumping or diving off of furniture (preceded by saying "I falling!" or "Careful")
Repeating just about everything you say (which isn't always a good thing)
Likes to help mommy clean.  The broom is a pretty cool toy.

Happy Birthday Oliver!

 For Oliver's 2nd birthday we did a Packers theme party.  

A little Superbowl spirit with all the fixings...

 Green and gold cupcakes...

 Airplanes!  Woooooo!

 Playdough...

 Tackles...

 Golf lessons...

 ...and learning to share.

 Our fellow Packer fans Chris, Jenna and Drake...

and Grandma Nana too.

Happy Birthday my sweet!

Wisconsin Snow Day!

 I am so glad I had a valid excuse not to help with this little project.  It took Matt 3 hrs to shovel all the sidewalks and behind the garage!

 Oliver helped Daddy by looking cute... not much help with a shovel.

Unlucky neighbor who parked on the street.  Oops.

Another Hazel update

I had my 34 week check up today and things are looking good for the most part.  Hazel is looking healthy so that is good.  The two concerns my doctor is having is 1.  the placenta is starting to calcify which can cause problems with blood supply if it gets out of hand and 2.  I have not gained any weight in the last month (fine by me but not necessarily good for the baby).  I have not had much of an appetite since I have been experiencing sciatica pain so maybe that's all there is to it.  Anyway, I have another check up in 2 weeks and Dr. Heal will determine at that time if I will need to be induced early.  As long as she gains weight in the next two weeks regardless of whether I do we should be fine :) 

Oliver's Snow Day

We got just enough snow to cause a mess last night so Oliver decided to go and get some work done with daddy.

Hazel update

I just got back from the Doctor and Hazel is looking great.  She is about 3.5 lbs and is in the head down position.  Now I just need to keep her where she is at a little longer.  Dr. Heal said as long as I stay off my feet we should be fine.  Matt has been really helpful which allows me to take it easy and focus on being an incubator.  My contractions are manageable as long as I am not on my feet for prolonged periods of time.  No more strolls around the mall for a while.

My boys

Britton cracks me up.  He acts like such a little person sometimes getting all emotional when you don't include him in everything...even reading time.  I don't think there will be enough room on Matt's lap once Hazel is born.  Sorry puppy.

A Wisconsin Christmas

 Our little runaway elf!

 Lovin' the laptop from Grandma Tina and Papa

 Helping Daddy open his present

  A little trinket for my super duper awesome Associates Degree.  Matt is just too sweet.  At least we wont be needin' one a them there deevorces due to me bein' unedjamakated. Whoooeee!

Oliver and his loot.  Lots of Legos, clothes and learning toys for smart boys!

Up to date photos

 Here is our cute little family on Thanks Giving.  Oliver looks like such a big boy in this picture... it freaks me out a little!

 Here is the classic prego tummy photo.  Starting to resemble a basketball.

Me and my sweet Oliver watching a little Curious George before bedtime.