Baptism

On Saturday, October 29th, Robert was baptized at St Richards in a ceremony just for our family and friends. It was so sweet and special for us, and we felt so blessed to have so many people there to help us welcome Robert into the church.

Little Robert peeping over at all of the people behind him

Gathered around the baptismal font with Robert's godparents
Aunt Melissa, Aunt Becky, and Uncle Tony

The baptism

Proud parents

Blessing of the parents

Robert with his parents, godparents, and Father Mike

Parents and grandparents

Father Mike

Four generations

Fun times

Robert is becoming such a fun little baby. He is all smiles these days. He is happiest in the morning, especially right after he eats! He has adorable smiles that just light up his entire face. Cranky time is usually between 5 and 7pm (sadly right when Daddy gets home from work). But overall, he is a wonderfully happy and playful little baby. We are very blessed! He loves playing in his bouncy seat and smiling at the animals that hang down from it. He loves his playmat, but isn't a big fan of being on his stomach for tummy time. He would much rather lie on his back and stare at the toys. He is still easy to entertain - all you have to do it lie him on a mat and let him stare at the lights and ceiling fan. He will just stare and smile!

Tummy time with my daddy!

First time in the Bumbo

Snuggling with Mommy in our pj's

Smiling at mommy

 We have had several play dates with our little friends! Robert (and his mommy) have had so much fun going on walks and playing with these other cuties!

Robert with Hayes Eaton

Robert and Mary Reeves Lutz

Getting ready to go on a stroll with Mary Reeves!

2 months old!

Time flies! Little Bit is getting so big already! We had our 8 week checkup at UMC. Here are the new stats: 9 pounds 7 ounces, 24 inches long. He was 10th percentile in weight and 90th percentile in length. We knew he had grown a good bit, but we were shocked at what a big boy he was! He has grown 3 pounds and 4 inches already. Dr May said he was absolutely perfect! He had to get his first shots. I think it was harder on me than him...he was pretty pitiful.

Waiting to see the doc

After the shots. Looks like he's saying, "MOM! why did you let them do that!"

Sleepy boy after we got home

Here are our new 2 month pics. He was much happier this time than for the 1 month photos. He has become such a happy baby. All smiles these days.

Sweet little boy!

All smiles

Robert is 7 weeks old now, and we are all smiles these days. He has been smiling for the last few weeks, but it just keeps getting cuter and cuter. These are some of the lastest smiling pics. They're hard to snap at just the right moment, but adorable when you're finally able to capture it. He's got an adorable "silent laugh". He smiles and shakes like a good belly laugh, but is totally quiet - hilarious. Yes, he's got dimples like his mommy. He loves going on walks or even just sitting outside on the deck to get some fresh air. He has started to coo and make sweet little sounds. Sleeping a little bit better...goes 4 hours sometimes between feedings at night. When falling asleep, he is so fun to watch. Right before drifting off, he breaks into this adorable grin and then finally just gives in to sleep. Nothing sweeter than a peaceful sleeping baby. He has graduated into taking tub baths - hasn't quite figured out if he likes it yet or not. I'll have to post some pics of him in his cute little bathtub soon. He loves staring at lights, ceiling fans, bright colors, and interesting shapes. He enjoys relaxing in his swing and bouncy seat, although he would much rather be held!

One month old!

The first month has been so amazing! Quite a learning experience for both him and us. Robert has grown and changed so much already. He is getting quite good at trying to hold up his head. He is much more awake and very very active - always in constant motion. He loves to play on his tummy and read Dr Seuss books with his parents or grandparents! At his 2 week checkup, he was up to 6 pounds 9 ounces and 22 inches long. We won't go back to the pediatrician until his 8 week checkup for his first set of shots.

Loving tummy time with Teddy

Outtakes

I think we're officially obsessed with our baby! I find myself taking pictures with the camera or cellphone constantly throughout the day. It seems like he's doing something too cute at every moment, and I just want to capture every second of it. The candid shots are adorable, and then sometimes we try to get "professional" looking shots of him propped and posed. While it takes about 20 pics to get the "one" we were looking for, I realized that some of the outtakes are even cuter and funnier than the pose that we were going for. Just thought I would share a few!

Our first family photo. Robert was feeling camera shy!

Always in constant motion

Nana (Andy's mom) made us this precious peapod 

New camera

Andy and I decided to get a nice SLR camera for good baby shots. After doing a lot of research, Andy picked out a camera and has been learning a lot about photography. Here are some of the pics he took the first week we were home.  

Good snuggler

Wide awake!

Staring at my Mommy

He absolutely loves his swing!

First week home

Wow, what an amazing experience. Coming home with Robert was so exciting and so incredibly overwhelming all at the same time. Andy was able to take 2 weeks off from work, and was such an incredible help. He is absolutely amazing with Robert, and it melts my heart to see him as the wonderful father that I knew he would be. He has been helping out so much with the baby, and has had to do everything around the house since I'm still recovering from my section. The lack of sleep has definitely been the hardest thing by far for both of us, but the second he stares up at you with those adoring eyes it makes it all worth it!

I had to include pictures of his first bath at home! Many thanks to Amanda, who taught me what to do since I had absolutely no clue! Before Robert arrived, I went over to the Eatons to watch her bathe Baby Hayes. Definitely made me more comfortable when I had to bathe our tiny little munchkin for the first time! Of course, Robert screamed the whole time, but it was a fun experience for Andy and me.

My favorite time of the night! Sweet sleepy baby that smells so yummy!

Two days after we'd been at home, we had our first checkup at the hospital. I really wish we had one of those heat-lamp beds at home, because he was sound asleep the whole entire time - even when the nurse was examining him! She said Robert was the star patient that day - checkup was perfect. After losing down to 5lb 12oz in the hospital, he was already gaining weight....5lb 14 oz today. I was worried about jaundice since we're breastfeeding, but he was doing great! Still a skinny little string bean, but as hungry as he has been I know it will only be a matter of time before he gets some meat on his bones. He is wanting to eat around every 1 1/2 to 2 hours, which is exhausting for me, but I know he just wants to grow into a big boy! 

Sweet little snuggler!

Baby Day!

Time for Baby Robert to finally get here! We got to Women's Hospital on Monday, August 15th to start the induction process.

The next morning, we hadn't made much progress so Dr Carroll made the decision to go ahead with a cesarean section. At 1:23 p.m. on August 16th, Robert Walton made his entrance to this world! 6 pounds, 7 ounces, 20 inches long.

Welcome, Baby Robert!

Proud Daddy!

Wonderful friends and family watching through the nursery window.

Holding Robert for the first time

Nonie and Poppy

So excited Aunt Melissa was able to be in town!

Sweet little boy wide awake

Cute hospital door sign Megan painted for Robert

Heading home!

Loved the car ride home