3 months old!

 The many faces of Camden at 3 months old!

I am so in love!!! The smiles are coming fast and furious these days and I just can't get enough of my sweet baby boy!! At 3 months old, Camden loves to be a part of the action and watch every move his big brother makes :-) He loves to be talked to and look at our faces, and when he is alert, the smiles don't stop. He still likes to sleep which is something we aren't used to because Brett never slept as a baby! His favorite places to sleep are in our arms or in his swing, but he is getting better at sleeping in the bassinet. Camden is a really good eater and not picky about where he gets it from. I mostly breastfeed, but at times I pump so I can have breaks and Kyle can feed him. Sometimes we supplement with formula which doesn't faze Camden at all. Bath time is a new favorite and he smiles and kicks the whole time. I love having a baby in the house again and just so happy and content with my boys :-) Life is good and I couldn't ask for anything more!

Throwback Thursday

I've been meaning to post these pictures ever since I got them from my brother, and am finally just now getting around to it! They are from when Camden was born and Brett met his brother for the first time. I had been dreaming of that moment for years and I can't possibly put into words everything I was feeling. The one thing I can say, is that it was one of the most special moments of my life - a time I will never forget and will cherish forever. 

My sleeping angel, only a few hours old. 

This was the first picture taken of the two of us :-) The doctors had just finished working on his breathing, and once he got going on his own, they handed him to me. I was so happy!

After nursing, it was Kyle's turn to hold his newborn son for the first time. 

 A couple hours later, we were transferred to the Mother/Baby unit...and soon after that, my parent's brought Brett in to meet his baby brother. Melt. My. Heart.

I love how this picture captures Brett's emotions so vividly...excitement, wonder, and apprehension all in one.

Wearing his Big Brother shirt for the first time...and so proud!

After meeting Camden, Brett was given his his big brother gift - LEGOS!!

Yep, definitely a day I will never forget :-)

Smiles!

You want to know one of the best feelings in the world? When your baby starts smiling at you! Camden started giving out smiles at around 5 or 6 weeks, but at that time we would be lucky to get one or two  a day. As  the weeks have gone by however, the smiles have come more and more frequently, and now he is giving them out all day long! Seriously, there is no better gift than seeing my sweet baby boy smile and "talk" to me. Today we had a conversation that must have lasted at least 15 minutes! I was telling him all sorts of things and he kept smiling and cooing back at me. The Best.

My smiley boy in action :-) Love him so much!!

These open mouth smiles are my favorite! Pure joy :-)

I let Brett play on his new Kindle after school today and Camden was all eyes watching him. He already adores his big brother!

My handsome big boy modeling for the camera. 

At 10 weeks old, Brett finally felt comfortable enough to hold his baby brother. I've been waiting for this moment since Camden was born and I can truly say 'my cup runneth over'.

Go Packers!!!

Such a happy boy!

Camden is getting so strong and can hold his head up for longer and longer periods every day! 

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Life with two kids has really sunk in now and it is definitely a juggling act to get everything done in a day! My back aches from carrying a 15 pound baby around all day, I'm constantly trying to catch up on sleep, there are dirty dishes in the sink, and the house always seems to be a mess.  But ya know what? I wouldn't change a thing.  My heart is so full, and I am finally content knowing that my family is complete.

Christmas!!

This Christmas was a little different in regards to taking pictures because I had a sweet baby boy to hold :-) I didn't really take any Christmas morning because I was nursing Camden and everything happened so fast! Fortunately, my brother took some that afternoon/evening while we celebrated at my parents house...but still not as many as I usually take :-) And since he was the one taking pictures there aren't any of him.....but for once I am in a few - ha!

The one posed photo of the night....our first Christmas as a family of four....the best Christmas gift I could ever ask for!

Love this picture of my dad! He was so happy to have us all there :-)

My beautiful mother holding her newest grandchild :-)

Opening presents while holding my little "Potato" as Matt and Amy so endearingly nicknamed Camden. I think I may update that name to my "Sweet Potato" :-)

So in love...

Since Brett loves to build so much,  he got lots of things to put together. This ended up backfiring because practically everything he got needed parental assistance! Usually during his birthday and Christmas (and for some time afterwards), he has so many new toys to entertain himself with, we kinda get a break - but not this time! So note for next year....make sure that he receives enough gifts that he can play with himself!

Here he is checking out the instructions as he waits for Uncle Matt to help him :-)

My mom gave me this beautiful book called "Dear Mom" with photos of different mothers and their children throughout the world. Love it!

I love this picture of Kyle so I had to put it in :-)

Matt's cat, Sebastian (who has now become my parent's cat) joined in the fun too. 

Matt and Amy gave us some adorable clothes for Camden, this hat being one of my favorites! Adorable!!

After opening presents and having some appetizers and drinks, it was time for a yummy turkey dinner per request from the birthday boy (aka, my brother). Yum! Later in the night we all went outside to celebrate with sparklers (a new tradition that we started last year)! I had such a great time with my family and am thankful for them more than anything!

2 months old!

It feels like just yesterday that Camden was born, and now he is 2 months old! The time goes by so much faster the second time around, especially when you have an active 6 year old who keeps you busy, busy, busy! I have to say, for the most part the transition from one kid to two kids has gone really smoothly for us. Of course there have been times when we are overwhelmed, tired, and feeling a bit crazy - but overall, we got this :-) Camden has settled into our family so well, and everything just feels right.

Camden had his 2 month well visit today and is a healthy 14 pounds, 10 ounces and 23 and a half inches long!!!! This puts him the 89th percentile for weight and 75th percentile for height :-) My sweet baby boy sure is growing and I love his chub more than anything!!

Practicing his kicks and punches :-)

Big yawn!

 Happy baby!

Just chillin'

At two months old, Camden loves to snuggle and be held and talked to. One of his favorite positions is facing inwards with is little hands up against my chest like a Koala bear :-) He has started smiling and "talking" to us, and is quite alert at times. He likes tummy time and can hold his head up like a champ! He is a complete joy and we love him to pieces!!!