Isaac at 6 weeks

Isaac at 6 weeks

The only thing I've blogged about lately has been Isaac, but that's just the major thing that occupies my mind and my time these days. Maybe someday I'll discover I have a life again, but in the meantime enjoy the stories about our son!

This was a busy week for us. Isaac went with me for my chiropractor appointment this week. Dr Edwards loved him, and he was just mesmerized by her. Her partner/sister, Dr. Hogan, got to hold him a bit too. They were both happy to finally get to meet him - they were both so supportive and encouraging throughout my pregnancy. I honestly don't know what I would have done without them over the past year!

We also went to see the midwife, Michelle, for our 6 week checkup on Thursday. He had grown quite a lot since Michelle and Scottie saw him last; he weighed in at 12lbs 11oz! He's growing so fast! He and I were both given a clean bill of health, and then we had a few photo opps before we had to say goodbye. I know that we no longer need Michelle's professional services, but hopefully we'll stay in touch!

At home we are settling into routines. I think we're training each other as we go along! I took a few pictures of Isaac on his play mat - a favorite activity, especially in the morning - and also a few of him sitting in his new Bumbo chair. He absolutely loves that thing! He likes sitting up and being able to look around!

I finally took some pictures of the nursery. I know some of you have asked me to, but I just kept forgetting. I will say that I'm happier with the Black/White color scheme than I thought I would be! It worked well - especially since it meant not having to paint! Isaac loves it - lots of visual contrast for him! I finished the art project for the walls right after he was born - another one of those things I left until the last minute! They turned out well, though, and were super easy. Isaac's favorite is the one right next to the dresser. He can see the big white dots very easily.

Last night we went out for what I've been calling our Friday night "Family Date". After our evening routine we take him out to dinner with us. He's so good - usually sleeps or just opens his eyes and looks around. It so nice to be able to get out like that and not have a screaming child the whole time!

Isaac certainly keeps us busy, but he's also helping to keep us in shape. We walk about 2.5 miles every evening, and lifting 12lbs 11oz of baby all day is certainly starting to strengthen my upper body.

That's about all that's going on in our lives right now. It will be interesting to go to the doctor in a couple of weeks for his 2 month check up and see how much more he's grown!