One Week Old :)

Yesterday was miss Emma's 1 week birthday. It has been the best week of my life. I couldn't be more in love with my baby girl and wouldn't trade being her mommy for anything in the world. The only thing that could make this more perfect would be, of course, for her daddy to be here to share every little moment. We are trying our best to stay connected and keep him up to date with all of her progress and the little changes that occur each day. I know he wants to be here more than anything.

Emma: In your first week...

• You learned how to suck! It took about 24 hours, but once you learned you have been a good little eater. Mommy is breastfeeding you and you seem to love it!

• You came home from the hospital weighing 5lbs 8.5 oz. When you were born you weighed 5 lbs 14.9 oz. It is normal for babies to lose some weight after birth, but we are keeping a close eye on you to make sure you don't lose too much!

• You've  been to the Pediatrician twice. The first visit was the day after we left the hospital and was good, although you had lost 1.5 oz. The doctor wasn't too worried, and told me to just keep feeding you often! I fed you every 2-3 hours around the clock and when we went back to the doctor 4 days later, you had gained 5.5 oz! I was so proud of you!

• You had your first sponge bath at home. I was impressed at how well you did. Only a few screams!

• You celebrated your first Halloween. You were the cutest 'Pumpkin Princess' we had ever seen!

• You have captured all of our hearts. Your daddy, mommy, and extended family absolutely adore you.