“A happy family is but an earlier heaven” - Sir John Bowring

Ella is now over a week old and doing well. After spending the first few days with a touch of jaundice, she is now eating better and looking as healthy as can be expected and seems to have gained back most of her weight. She is sleeping well and playing more and more each day. She is very alert when awake and is already picking up her head on her own.

We’ve had lots of firsts already both for Ella and Mom and Dad…

Here is the short list of firsts for Ella

  • trip out in the car
  • bath
  • playtime in the bouncer
  • time alone with Mom
  • time alone with Dad
  • smile
  • poop explosion

Here’s a short list of Mom and Dad firsts:

  • time to cuddle with Ella on Dad’s chest
  • trip out of house as a couple (thanks Grandmom)
  • poop and pee explosion on Dad’s bare hands
  • poop and pee explosion all over Mom (and anything in the vicinity)
  • sleepless night

I can say that everyone told me that parenthood changed your life, but I never knew exactly how until now. Yes there are sleepless nights, yes there are poop explosions on your hand, yes there is loud crying but I wouldn’t trade it for the world!! This is the greatest thing to ever happen to me and I know it will just keep getting better and better as the days go on. I can’t wait to see what she will do next!!

Thank you to everyone for all your thoughts, prayers and support during this time. We are indebted to our family and friends who have done so much for us while we adjust. You are the best!