Something Different

Now that Matilda has got the hang of her feedings, Daddy gets to give her a bottle every now and then. They both really seem to enjoy it, and Matilda will even take it cold, which is great because it makes it a lot easier for us to go out a bit!

Go Cubs, Go!

Still in first place!

Yumm-o

Mmmmmm, donkey.


What? I'm not allowed to eat him?


I wasn't doing anything!

Winners

We have three winners in the baby forecasting contest:

My sister, Natalie, guessed 20.5 inches long--she was the closest since Matilda was 21 inches.

Grandma Gustafson guessed 8 pounds 9 ounces--Mattie was 8 pound 8 ounces.

And our friend, Carol, guessed July 4 as the birthdate, and she was right on the mark!

Joanne has waived her prize, but Nat and Carol will enjoy diaper immunity.

Congratulations!

So tough!

Sometimes you're just mad.


But sometimes Mommy can make you cheer up.


The whole thing is very tiring.

Awake and Asleep

Matilda has been spending a lot more time awake and alert now. She loves to sit in her little seat and look at us and her mirror and her toys.


She has been spoiled lately and only likes to nap in my lap, but when she naps, she naps likes she means it!

Love Pooh

Matilda has a little Tigger, Pooh and Eyeore set of stuffed dolls that are just her size, and she loves to snuggle them!

First Outing

Matilda started going out this week. On Tuesday she went to Target and visited Daddy and Grandpa Gustafson at the office. On Wednesday, Grandpa Greene came to visit and she went out shopping again, and today, we went out to lunch together and for a walk in the park.
True, she has slept through most of these outings (mercifully!), but I think she's enjoying it!

Spoiled Baby

Grandma Gustafson came to visit Friday and brought Matilda some lovely silver. Now the baby has her own engraved silver spoon and fork, and a silver rattle with her monogram (check it out--she's wearing it on her arm).

First Bath

Matilda had her first real bath today. She cried her fair share (she just hates to be naked!) but she clearly tolerated it much better than her sponge baths! Now she's all clean, and she looked so darn cute all snuggled in her baby bath robe afterwards.

Sunday Afternoon

The seat from Matilda's swing comes off so she can use it as a seat around the house. It vibrates, which is really soothing for her. We're spending the afternoon hanging out in bed as a family, and she's so happy in her her little chair!

So Serious

Happy Birthday, Grandma!

Today is my Grandma's birthday. I'm so lucky to have such wonderful grandparents that I am so close to. My Grandma is a very important part of my life and I'm so excited to share her with Matilda!

Happy birthday, Grandma, I hope you're having a wonderful day!

Two Weeks Old!

Today my little tater-tot is 2 weeks old! We've visited the pediatrician twice and he says she's doing great! Her color is perfect, her cord fell off this week and I'll post a picture of her belly button as soon as it finishes healing.
She's finally begun to gain back some weight, and is gaining 1/2 an ounce a day, just like she is supposed to. She lets me go 3-5 hours between feedings at night so I can get some sleep, she doesn't cry too much, and every day she seems to be a bit more alert. She still smiles in her sleep and snores like daddy does, but now she makes cute faces while she's awake too.
Of course, she's not awake THAT often, so she's sleeping for her 2-week picture.

Meeting Grandpa Mike

This week my dad was able to stop by on his way back from Canada to meet Matilda. They seemed to get on well. (And yes, I did enjoy that beer!)

Checking herself out

Matilda has been a little clingy today, so she's doing everything with me. I saw her spring to attention when I opened her blog, so I snapped a quick picture on the computer--here she is, checking herself out!

Last Day

Today is Ed's last day of paternity leave. It really feels like the time has just flown by. I know I'm a little nervous about tomorrow, but I'm sure we'll settle into a routine before we know it.
Anyway, I figured this was a good time for some pictures of Matilda with Daddy.

Matilda's Fan Club

Last night was the last night Kim and Eric were in town. Everyone came over to hold the baby and have some pink champagne, chocolate cake, and chocolate cigars to celebrate her arrival.
She was really very good the whole time company was here. She got a bit fussy for her feeding and bedtime after everyone left, but not too bad. It was a nice night.

Being comforted by Daddy

Paparazzi

No, please! I'm feeling shy!

Well, if you must...

Just look at that smile!