Sick baby Henry

Henry continues battling his first cold, and although I hate doing it, I am getting much better at suctioning out his nose. I called into his pediatrician's office today and they wanted him to be seen due to his persistent cough and congestion which has sadly caused him to vomit several times after eating. The pediatrician confirmed that he just has a viral cold which will likely last 7-10 days and we are doing all the right things as far as symptomatic treatment.

On a happy note, Henry's weight is up to 9 lbs which means he has gained 23oz in 12 days!

Opa's arrival

Opa arrived from Michigan late yesterday evening after a very long day of traveling due to a missed flight connection in Detroit. Henry loves being held by Opa, and seems very calmed by his deep voice and singing.

Unfortunately Henry seems to be developing his first cold and has a cough with congestion. We're hoping that it doesn't worsen and that he doesn't develop a fever. I've of course pulled out my stethoscope and his thermometer and we'll be watching him very closely.

Some faces of Henry

Baby quilt

Henry received this beautiful handmade baby quilt as a present from his Aunt Jessica.

Oma's here

My mom, Henry's oma, arrived from Michigan via Amtrak train Saturday evening. She spent her first day here spoiling us by making food and cleaning up around the house, cuddling with Henry and reading to Henry. I'm sad that Matt will be returning to work tomorrow after our very fun first week as a family, but very thankful to now have my mom here.

Happy and healthy

Henry had his first doctor's appointment today. We were happy to hear that he is gaining weight, has no signs of jaundice and is "off to a good start."

Lack of sleep at night is our biggest complaint. The pediatrician recommended adding "white noise" as we likely have it too quiet. He compared the amount of noise and volume Henry was used to in utero to a running vacuum!

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It's a boy!

Henry Matthew McRitchie was born Friday, January 29th, 2010 at 9:58pm on the evening of the largest full moon of the year (or wolf moon) weighing 7lbs, 15oz and measuring 21 inches in length. He is absolutely perfect, has a full head of beautiful golden blonde hair and looks a lot like his father. We are thrilled to be at home and adjusting to the very new and time consuming role of parenthood, but are loving every minute of it. Click here to see additional photos.