The Birkholz Family Blog: Day 10

We have hit day 10 and all is well. Reese has little cold but other than a little trouble feeding she is taking it pretty well. She is just a dream baby so far. I hate to brag about it because I know it could change at any minute but I just can't resist. She sleeps well ( a 4-5 our stretch at night), barely cries and eats like a champ! Henry was a pretty colicky baby so we really feel the difference between the two. Also Bill and I are so much more relaxed and that is making a big difference as well.

We have been taking things really easy. All of us have had a cold in the past couple weeks so we have been resting and also getting out to enjoy the unseasonably warm weather and sunshine! My mom left at the beginning of the week, and though we miss her terribly, we have fallen into a nice routine as a family of four. It is so nice to have Bill home and I am a little worried about how I will meet everyones needs once he returns to work, but we will cross that bridge when it comes!

Henry is still the best big brother in the world and has yet to show any real jealousy towards his little sister. He runs to her when she peeps and checks on her a lot. He has stayed busy playing at the park and constantly painting, which is his new favorite activity. Bill has been getting up with him in the morning and this morning he really wanted to see me so we all got in bed together and had a snuggle fest which was just so sweet. Between the feedings, cleaning, laundry and trying to get quality time with each kiddo the days just fly by! I have like 20 people I need and want to call but I always seem to be so consumed with our new little life it is hard. I know in time a little routine will be established and all will be back to normal...whatever that is!

Below are some pictures of the past week. I have a video or two as well but I will have to post later this week because I need to find them.

Reese taking a nap.