Perfect Baby

Today Alden had a doctor's appointment. He has gained a pound and some ounces (putting him at 10.4!) and is 22 inches long. The doctor said he looks PERFECT. He's so healthy we don't have to come back until his first immunizations in 6 weeks. He was very good for the doctor as well. Joey and I are so proud! I was glad to see that he is getting enough nourishment from my breast feeding him. Even though breast feeding is difficult it is worth it to know I am giving him the best start possible.

During this time of being pregnant and having the baby, I have been amazed at the generosity of all the people Joey and me know. People have given us so much that we haven't had to buy anything for the baby out of our pockets yet! That has been a huge help. Thank you to EVERYONE that has given us anything. We also appreciate all the support we have received from our families. Thanks to everyone for being understanding and thinking of us often. It is wonderful to know we are so loved and cared about and great to know Alden will get to experience that love as well.

Joey is one of the best dads I have ever seen. He never ceases to amaze me the way he works with Alden. I think we are both enjoying being parents for the most part and are still blown away by thinking of ourselves as "parents". It'll take some getting used to!

I am recovering slowly, but I am feeling much better than I was in the hospital (I was there for a week). I can't wait to start seeing family and friends very soon.

Thanks to everyone for everything.