Getting to know you

Well, Ethan is getting to know us and all the great people at daycare. It's hard leaving him everyday, but he comes home happy most of the time so that makes things a little easier. And we try to reconnect as a family on the weekends. I can't belive I have been back at work for nearly a month! There are times life moves way too fast.

Ethan's new thing is playing with his hands. He spends a lot of his time trying to figure out how to shove his whole left fist into his mouth (Michael thinks he is going to be left handed). It's pretty cute and very entertaining. He's starting to smile a ton more too. And the best part.... He is sleeping nearly 7 hours straight at night!!! Michael and I sure love this!!

The adorable red puppy, which we have properly named Clifford, was a Valentine's Day gift from Michael's mom. Ethan took to the soft stuffed animal right away. There a several more pictures with Clifford in our picture gallery. Enjoy!

Parenthood

Ok, so Parenthood has kept me way busy! Haven't had much time to update the blog these past 6 weeks! My how time flies! I can't believe it has already been 6 weeks and I have to go back to work and Ethan to daycare in 2 days. How crazy! Regardless, things have been pretty good for Ethan and I. He is growing so quickly. He has finally outgrown the newborn clothes, but has yet to really fit into the 0-3 month clothes (he is swimming in them). He is technically too big for the newborn diapers, but I have 20 left to use and by golly I am not going to waste those! I will find a way to squeeze his little butt and belly into those diapers (however, I might just have to deal with more messes - oh well). There are always more pictures and videos of Ethan. We try to update each weekend. We are also proud to share that he was Baptized this past weekend! It was such a moving experience. Well, it's back to baby care.

Ethan Michael Novotny

We would like to annouce the birth of our son, Ethan Michael Novotny, born at 1:08pm, weighs 7lbs 6oz., and 19.5 inches long.

Melissa and Ethan are doing well.

Enjoy the few photos

1 week left...

So it seems our little guy is going to continue to be a bit stubborn. My appointment yesterday revealed more good news (3 cm and 100% thinned) - basically I should be in labor so says the doctor, but clearly I am not (bummer). Baby is showing his stubborn side once again just like he did with the photos and hiding his face from us earlier in the pregnancy. Unfortunately, baby's position (way low) and my bladder disease are causing more discomforts, but I am still able to work through it all so far. I am definitely learning more and more about patience these past few weeks.

2 Weeks left...

Only 2 weeks left... so we think. Had another appointment yesterday and got some more good news. The Dr. determined I am now 2 cm dialted and the baby is soooo low he can't figure out how I am still walking. I have some back and leg discomfort but walking isn't a problem I told him. He was shocked. So basically we are on a daily baby watch and every new ache or movement has me on my toes thinking "this is it!" But so far not further progress. The bags are packed and we are ready whenever our baby is!

4 weeks left... Maybe.....

As stated in the previous post, I definitely can't believe how fast time flies. We had our 36 week checkup last night and are well on our way to having a little one; maybe even early. I am 1cm dialated and 50% thinned out and our little one has dropped all the way. We have a few new ultrasound images of his face but they are not 4D ones so not as clear. But we think he is beautiful!!! We'll try to keep everyone posted with the latest updates!

Time Sure Flies!!

We can't believe how quick our due is approaching. There's not much time left!! We've been busy traveling to baby showers, attending birthing classes and adding little bits of this and that to the nursery. Time has sure flown by! We just can't wait to see our babies face! He has been soooo active lately we simply just want to scoop him up and love him to death. At the same time this pregnancy has been sooo pleasant I'm not sure I want to go without the cool feelings of a baby inside of me, but none-the-less he will join us soon and I can't wait!