A Busy Week of Firsts

It's hard to believe that a week ago today little Kealy joined our family. We've had a busy week, so here's a quick update! We got to come home on Monday and Eric and I couldn't have been more ready. The staff at St. Luke's was wonderful, but there's nothing like sleeping in your own bed. They got us out early and we were home in time for lunch. Kealy wasn't quite sure what to think of the car seat, or else she was nervous about Dad's driving! The kids went to daycare on Monday so we would have time to settle in before they came home. Later that evening we had a birthday celebration for Kealy. Mom had some presents for me to open, and I had gotten the kids each a new toy. They loved the celebration!

Kaiden got a new vacuum, and immediately took to sweeping the hall. If only it would really clean while he works!

Madison loves to bake so I got her a pretend cupcake set. She went to town decorating and then we sang Happy Birthday. Notice Kaiden's little hand reaching for a cupcake!

Kealy got her first sponge bath Tuesday night. She wasn't too fond of it, but she sure did smell good when we were done!.

Look at all of that dark hair! She has more hair then Kaiden and Madison combined when they were born. Rumors have been spreading that she's the mailman's baby, but I told them our mail carrier is a woman!!!

All fresh and clean after our bath

Madison can't get enough of her baby sister, and she has been very good about asking permission to hold her and getting help from Mom and Dad. She seems so grown up now, but is also an excellent helper.

I just can't believe how much in love I am with this little angel and we've only had her for a week. We've had some rough nights, but for the most part she is a very good baby, and is fitting into our family quite nicely. One of my favorite parts about her is the little peach fuzz all over her back and her arms. It's so incredibly soft and cute!

Kealy and Grandma Patty

My Mom has stayed with us this past week to help out and we could not have done it without her! This recovery has been much harder for me than the other two for some reason. I've been really swollen and sore, and some problems getting Kealy to latch on good to nurse. Thankfully things have been improving slowly but surely each day. Eric's Mom is coming down on Sunday and staying with us this next week and I'm hoping to be back on my feet by then!