Sitting on Nana's porch

Aiden loves to sit outside on the porch. He watches the dogs run around and loves to watch the birds in the bird bath. Pretty soon we are going to take a blanket out and have a picnic under the tree. His mother is not a very outdoorsy person so we will see how long the "picnic" will last!

Wiggle worm

It used to be that when you put Aiden down at night, you would find him in the same position in the morning. Well, not anymore. He is a wiggle worm in his sleep. This morning I found him off his wedge completely and turned sideways in his crib. I tried to sneak a picture but my camera made a noise and scared him. The second picture is of him trying to wake up after I scared him. Too sweet!

Randy's Birthday

We went out to Johnny Carino's for Randy's 26th birthday. This is the 10th birthday that I have been able to spend with Randy. Aiden was asleep in the stroller between us so we decided to take a moment for picture. Happy Birthday, Randy!

Road Trip

Yesterday was Aiden's first road trip. We took him to Temple to see a pediatric GI doctor for his acid reflux. The doctor changed his medication, again, and is going to run some tests hopefully next week. One of the tests is a scope that goes into his tummy and looks for inflammation, allergies, hernias and so forth. They are also running a swallowing test to make sure he does not have any issues with that. I am a little apprehensive about he scope because they will sedate him with an IV and at 4 months, that is a big deal. However, I am thankful for the doctor's aggressiveness and his compassion for Aiden. He thought Aiden was precious and his heart went out to him for his discomfort. Aiden was a champ. He slept all the way to Temple, was awake to see the doctor, then slept all the way home even though it was time to eat. Please keep Aiden in your prayers as we get the tests run and see what we can do to make his life even better. Here is a picture of Randy and Aiden waiting for the doctor to arrive.  

YUMMY!

Last night was Aiden's first experience with rice cereal. The doctor wants us giving it to him in his bottle during the day and then with a spoon at night to teach him to eat from a spoon. Well, like most new things, he hated it at first but by the end of the feeding he was eating pretty well. Of course he was wearing more than he actually ate, but I guess that is to be expected. 

4 months

Aiden had his 4 month appointment today. Yes, he had shots... I think I cried more than he did. He weighed 13.5  pounds which is in the 25th percentile for his age.  The doctor was a little concerned but told me that because he has acid reflux so bad, his weight will be less than others.We are seeing a specialist on Thursday who should be able to tell us more about his reflux. He is 25 inches long and is head is in the 50th percentile. The doctor said that he is making all the developmental strides that he needs to and seems to be growing well. Here are some pictures of us waiting for the doctor and waiting for the shots. It is so hard to give shots to him when he is so cute!!!

Lots of Rolls!

Aiden is far from being chunky, but I am so excited that he is finally getting some rolls on his tummy and legs. He was sitting in his BeBe Pod and spit up all over his outfit, as usual. So we stripped him and couldn't resist taking pictures of his tummy rolls. I wish my tummy fat was as cute as his!

Giving Daddy Love

Exersaucer Fun!

So, Aiden will be four months old in 3 days so we decided to bring out the Exersaucer and give it a try. Randy worked so hard putting it together and we couldn't wait for Aiden to wake up from his nap. Well, he woke up a little early so we decided to give it a shot. HE SCREAMED at the top of his lungs once we put him in it. I guess it was sensory overload. We were deflated! However, once I gave him his bottle and let him wake up some more, we tried it again and he seemed to like it. He lasted about 10 minutes and then wanted out. I was ready for him to want to be in my lap again and not look so much like a big boy! Enjoy the pics! Some are blurry because he would not be still!

Rub a Dub Dub

Bath time is always fun at our house. Aiden is like his Nana and Aunt Sarah because he LOVES his bath! He just sits back and relaxes. However, he is getting too long for his tub but he is not quite ready for the chair that fits into the bath tub. So, Randy and I try to keep the bathtub from tipping over, Aiden from sliding down and our clothes dry. We normally come out looking like we crawled in the tub with him! Needless to say, it is quite an adventure. Here are some pictures of Aiden enjoying his "spa bath".  

My Boys

Aiden loves his Daddy! He can be fussy for me all day and when his Daddy comes home, he smiles and does all his tricks! I am so thankful for a husband who loves me and my family but more importantly loves Jesus. Randy is an excellent father, husband, son, and brother. I am blessed to have such amazing men in my life. 

Happy Boy

Aiden's Grandparents bought him a new hat a while back but it hasn't fit right until recently. So, of course, we had a photo shoot with his new hat. The second picture is his "new smile". Most of the time Aiden smiles with his mouth open, but lately he has been smiling with his mouth closed. Too cute!

Boppy and BeBe Pod

Aiden finally enjoys his Boppy pillow and BeBe Pod! He used to cry when I tried to incorporate either one into our daily routine. Well, I guess he is growing up because every time I pull one of them out he makes a screeching noise and smiles. He is growing way to fast!

Visiting with the Horne's

Mandy and Matt Horne are family friends of ours and Randy and I are the Godparents of Kyleigh and Jakob. They came to visit us on Saturday and it was so fun to have our kids together. Kyleigh is 4 and Jakob is 1. Aiden didn't know what to think of all the excitement!! We miss seeing them and loved having them at our house!

Shh! Aiden is sleeping!

Shh! That seems to be the word around our house when Aiden is asleep. I had a really hard time putting him in his own room and his own crib, but I did it at about 10 weeks. He has done really well. The only reason I have done so well is the video monitor that we have. I can see and hear his every move, which has taken some getting use to. Sometimes I lay in bed and watch him sleep... I know I need to let go a little. I wonder if his daycare will let me install a camera in his classroom so I can see him from my classroom? Probably not!!

Tummy Time

Aiden is getting much better with tummy time. He doesn't last too long in the same position but he is getting stronger by the day! 

Love Bug

One thing that I am thankful for with Aiden is that he is such a love bug. He will snuggle for days and seems to be a very loving child. Here are some pictures that we took around the house this weekend. The one with his Nana is my favorite!!

Mother's Day

My first Mother's Day was extra special because it was Aiden's Baby Dedication. I received beautiful flowers, a bracelet I have been wanting and all the pampering in the world! It was such a blessing to dedicate Aiden and to vow before God and the church that we will bring Aiden up in the way of the Lord. He was precious, despite a few spit ups, and we were very proud. Here are some pictures from the day and my beautiful flowers made by my sister in law. 

3 months!!!

Aiden is doing well. He is sleeping all night and eats every 3 1/2 -4 hours. I could not ask for a sweeter baby and Randy and I feel blessed to have this little miracle in our lives. 

Great Grandparents

Aiden got to meet his Great Grandparents and Great Aunt from College Station. We even were able to take a picture that has 4 generations in it!