First Meal - 4 Months

Trying rice cereal for the first time 19 weeks postpartum We received clearance on Monday from Jackson's pediatrician that he was ready for solids. We tried Tuesday night to feed him for the first time. As you can see from the pictures below. It didn't go so hot. The very first time we tried feeding him on Tuesday night. Didn't go so hot. We didn't have much luck the rest of the week because we discovered Jackson goes into major meltdown...

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Four Month Check-Up

Jackson had his four month visit!! Big news: Jackson is ready for solids!! Weight: 13lbs 15.75 ounces (darn near 14 pounds!) Height: 25 inches Head: 16.25  We got Jackson a Round-a-Bout and he's diggin it! Jackson is right on track with his size, though a little skinny...which is OK!!! (And still normal!) So crazy how every baby is SO different. Doctor saw action Jackson in full effect. Took one look at us and said..."Whoa,...

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Mom Mistake #1 - Four Months

18 weeks postpartum Mom Mistake #1 Read tags on anything unusual you put in the washer/dryer. OK...I admit it. I read the tag but didn't really read it close enough. Maybe have someone else who has more sleep under their belt read the directions. Oopsy. AFTER: Lesson learned: NO stuffed animals in the dryer.... 2012 London Olympics Lion after a "Brazilian blow-out" in the dryer.... BEFORE: Lion before his "blow out" What have...

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4 Months Old

Jackson is 4 months old this week!!! 18 weeks (posting a week late)  Jackson at 4 months old So crazy how fast time flies. We are enjoying our little boy so much! He is SUCH a joy to be around. It was nearly impossible for me to get a good shot of Jackson holding his sign up. He is a mover and shaker right now and I know it's only going to get crazier! Weekly Milestones for Jackson: We heard Jackson laugh for the first...

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Top Baby Items We're Still Using Four Months In - Month 4

week 17 postpartum 20 BABY ITEMS WE USE THE MOST (at Four Months) I wanted to write a quick recap of the baby items we're still using on a regular basis for those out there registering or contemplating what items they *really* need, and this is also for myself when we have another baby:) I wanted to also compare it to my other post a couple months ago and see if there were any big changes. 1. Chicco Keyfit 30 I can't say enough good...

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Weekend at the Cabin and other Milestones - Month 3

16 weeks postpartum Now that I'm back at work, I can't even believe or explain how fast the weeks fly by - the weekends go even faster. I totally despise this. I love our weekends and I want to spend them together as much as I can. I don't know what to do to slow them down. I'm trying to soak up every second, but it's pretty crazy!! Jackson's first boat ride on Trade Lake (in Wisconsin)! Karl and I planned to take Jackson to...

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