Day 19. It's all about me!

Hello everybody! Can you believe that I'm now almost three weeks old?! I'm getting bigger and bigger and everyone is doing their best to ensure that I am eating and sleeping enough. Some days are better than others but I think that I'm starting to get a hold of this whole eating every 2-3 hours and napping throughout the day and night. Last Monday I weighed 8 lbs, 12 oz and I'm scheduled to go in to the doctors on Monday for another weighing. Hopefully I will have gained at least 4 oz and Daddy is pushing me to gain 6 oz so that I'll be back to my birth weight! One sign that I'm eating well is that I'm starting to not fit into my newborn clothes anymore! I'm may look slim but I'm getting long!

I've also had some more visitors and got to meet my new BFF, Casey. Don't we look so cute together?

Casey and I posing for the camera

That's just about all for now. I will let everyone know what I weigh in at on Monday but in the meanwhile, here are some more pictures of me! As I always say, "It's all about me!"

Mommy and me

I still don't know what to do with this playset

Hmmm...

Mmmhhh... fist...

Believe it or not, Mommy, not Daddy, dressed me

More visitors!

Avo and Vavo made the long trip from Massachusetts to see me and I was so excited to meet them! Avo couldn't stay long but he definitely enjoyed holding me!

Staring contest with Avo.

Vavo is staying with me to help Mommy and Daddy out for a couple of weeks. She is great help and will hang out with me in the evening so Mommy and Daddy can get some rest. We're all so thankful for having her here!

Vavo holding me while Avo looks on.

The Tale of Snugglebug and Crankerpuss

I'd like to share with you the tale of Snugglebug and Crankerpuss. Snugglebug is one of the cutest and sweetest babies that you will ever meet. She is often found wrapped up tight like a taco with one or both of her arms held up next to her little face. Her talents include smiling and seducing anyone that gazes upon her. She can often be found being held tightly by whoever comes within arms reach of her. Resistance is futile for she will draw you in! You will feel ever so blessed to be in the presence of such a sweet little girl.

Snugglebug at her cutest

Thomas and Kristy succumbed to her will

Even Uncle Lars can't resist her charm

However, not all is as it seems. Come nightfall, Snugglebug transforms into her alter-ego, Crankerpuss. Since she only comes out at night, few people outside of Mommy, Daddy, and Nanny have ever witnessed her in action. Crankerpuss is well known for her ear-piercing shrieks that can last for hours at a time. Do not attempt to sleep in the presence of Crankerpuss for that only spurs her on. Just when you think she has finally calmed down, she redoubles her crying efforts and unleashes her secret weapon, projectile body fluids. Be very cautious when approaching for Crankerpuss can even make a strong man, like her Daddy, scream like a little schoolgirl when she unleashes this potent weapon.

Beware of Crankerpuss!

Fortunately, once the sun rises, Snugglebug returns and all is well until the next night!

Am I not the cutest?

Happy Valentine's Day!

I just wanted to wish everyone a happy Valentine's Day! I had a wonderful photo shoot showing off my new V-day outfit!

Home Sweet Home

Well it's been an adventurous couple of days! On Thursday, the doctors let Mommy and me come home earlier than originally planned. I was glad to leave the hospital and couldn't wait to see my home and meet my two crazy dogs. I like my new car seat even though I'm packed in it pretty tightly!



Life at home has had it's ups and downs. Days are spent eating, sleeping, pooping, and occasionally posing for a picture or twenty. The biggest problem is that I am so comfortable that I fall asleep for long stretches of time during the day, sleeping through scheduled meals, which makes me even more tired. The doctor says that I've lost a bit too much weight so I need to spend the next couple of days eating as much and as often as I can.

Luckily for Mommy and Daddy, since I sleep a lot during the day, nights are usually spent crying my head off for hours at a time. Another sure fire way to get me riled up is to give me a bath. Why would I like shedding my warm clothes and being wiped down with cold water?!

Fortunately, life is not all that bad at home. There are plenty of people to hold me and tell me how beautiful I am. C'mon, can you blame them?

Here I Am!

Hello world! My name is Elaina Rose and at two days old, I thought that I should make my first ever blog entry. At 1:52 AM on Tuesday, February 10, 2009, I finally made my long-awaited appearance! On Monday, Mommy and Daddy went to the hospital at 7:15 AM and were hoping to see me sometime that day. Little did they know that I had other plans. Despite Mommy's best efforts, I refused to budge because I was facing the wrong way and had gotten tangled up with my cord. 17 1/2 hours later, the doctors had to pull me out of Mommy's belly. It was hard on Mommy and me, but I'm worth it!

I've been spending the past few days hanging out with Mom and Dad in the hospital. I'm keeping busy just eating, sleeping, and constantly being held. I should be allowed to go home on Friday and I can't wait to meet my two crazy dogs!

Here are a few pictures of me but you can click on the slideshow on the left to see many more!