Boaz's first 11 days

Wow, we're parents. Holy crap! It seems like we're doing a good job. This picture was taken after I fed him one day, and I actually caught a smile while he was sleeping. It's been so much fun getting to know this Boaz of ours. We can't really complain. 

   He only cries when he needs something, and even then it's more like a series of whimpers than an all out "I'm gonna die if you don't tend to me!" And, once you figure it out, he's good to go. We're thankful for a pretty smooth first week and a half. 

    The only problem so far has been breastfeeding. You'd think a labor and delivery nurse who not only went to nursing school, but also has read two big fat breastfeeding books, and has a mother in law who was in la leche league for many years wouldn't have much of a problem. But, you never know. I finally went to a class held by lactation consultants at Grossmont Hospital and got lots of needed support and education. I love free classes! 

 This is a picture of Aunt Kelly meeting Boaz for the first time. It was quite precious. She's been hanging out all week, getting us dinners, holding Boaz while I take a shower, going to the grocery store for us, and just spending much needed quality family time. It's sad she's gotta go back to Arizona. Not only because we'll miss the hell outta her, but we're gonna have to do everything ourselves. That's no way to live. 

   Here's a video we made while waiting to see the pediatrician on Boaz's fifth day of life. While waiting for Dr Manuel, we read the little "Yay you made a baby, now don't mess this up" packet. For newborns, it suggested practicing tracking objects with the baby. So, here's a video of our exceptional child. It's also just an excuse to see him in real time b/c he's super cute. 

   And this last picture on the right I included b/c I think Bo looks exactly like Jordan did as a baby. He looks so happy and has Jordan's cheeks. So far, the only genes I seem to have passed to him is a serious tendancy to sneeze frequently. Your welcome, Boaz.