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Heads Up!

Tricia — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 02:29:43 +0000

I get complaints that I don’t post enough pictures, mostly from family members who are onto grandchildren or whose wombs are anxious for more! So here are a few from today.

Tessa is extremely good at hold her head up for long periods of time. In this instance she was up on her elbows for at least 5 minutes. She might have gone longer if her brother hadn’t clumsily bumped into her abruptly ending tummy time.

Here are some of the pics (sorry for some fuzziness):

Tessa – 2 Months!

Tricia — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 04:07:12 +0000

Oh, I feel bad for this little girl (and Isaac after 4 months old) because once I started Once A Month Mom I can’t seem to find time to post about them on this blog. So sad.

At any rate, Tessa turned 2 months old on February 15th! She is really starting to come into her personality and we are getting a taste of the sweetness that is yet to come. I got to take her away for a weekend (I went to a blogging conference), just her and I. It was so good to spend time bonding with just her.

Prior to the conference I would have said she was a fussy baby. I no longer think that. First of all, she is fussier when she is around her brother. Apparently, he is not the only one fighting for our attention. Second, I think that she just needed to really bond with me. I realized when we got to the conference that I hadn’t really “let” myself love on her, bond with her and just cuddle with her. I was constantly worried about Isaac watching.

After I realized what was happening I decided that wasn’t healthy for any of us. So we spent some great cuddle time at the conference. I wore her the whole weekend which was a new thing for me and a lot of fun. And when we returned things have been MUCH better. She is so incredibly sweet and in many ways, easier than Isaac. Can that be possible?

She also seems to be trying to catch up to her brother in growth. At her doctor’s appointment today she weighed in at a hefty 12 lbs (last visit she was 7lbs 13 ounces). When the nurse went to measure her head and her length she did a double-take and actually redid both measurements to see if she had done them correctly. She had! Her head had grown an inch and three fourths in a month and a half and she had gained 3 inches in length!

These measurements put her in 75% for weight, 75% for height and 90% for height. These are higher percentages than Isaac ever had!My children are going to tower over me it seems.

I am happy that she is happy and healthy. I love that she has started to really engage with us and to talk to us when she is awake. She is just such a joy.

Here are some pictures from the last month or so for you: Tessa 2 Month Gallery

Tessa and Isaac Meet!

Ben — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 03:01:22 +0000

These are a few photos from the night that we brought Tessa home. Because of the H1N1 flu, we weren’t able to take Isaac into the hospital. So, this was the first time they met. Isaac was very excited and Tessa was very tired…

Tessa with Granna and Grandpa

Ben — Fri, 18 Dec 2009 02:24:24 +0000

Here are some shots of Granna and Grandpa with Tessa!

Welcome to Tessa Joy Callahan!

Ben — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:20:36 +0000

Tricia, Isaac and I are incredibly excited to introduce you all to Tessa Joy Callahan, born on December 15th at 3:08PM weighing 7lb 12oz and 21 in long. She and her mother are doing wonderfully. We had a great day on the 15th, arriving at the hospital at 7:30 for our schedule induction. Things went along smoothly with a few minor concerns. Tricia did a fantastic job during labor and was able to deliver Tessa very quickly.

My beautiful little girl

We’re very thankful for friends and family who have emailed, called, IM’d, DM’d, texted, etc… You all mean the world to us. Thanks for being a part of this huge day for us.

I could describe the experience in a million words and never quite do it justice. So, there are a few photo galleries here for your perusal. Enjoy!

Tessa’s Birth

Tessa’s First Bath

Tessa’s First Visitors

Thanks again all for your support!

Tessa’s First Visitors

Ben — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:11:13 +0000

Here are some photos of the first few visitors that Tessa had. Unfortunately, we didn’t get a shot of Tessa with Dan and Polly (Grandma and Gramps) or with Drew and Melissa Clemens (from our house church).

We really appreciate everyone stopping by and showing your support. Susan and Janelle, you guys rock! Tricia is so blessed to have you as Mom and Sis! Jesso – so glad you could come and be with us right afterwards! Cortney, thanks for being a part of this with Tricia and I.

We’ll try to add to this gallery as more visitors come!

Tessa’s First Bath

Ben — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 17:05:07 +0000

A few photos from Tessa’s first bath!

Tessa’s Birth

Ben — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 15:54:07 +0000

Here is a small collection of photos from the birth of Tessa Joy Callahan.

Baby 2 Update

Ben — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 19:04:50 +0000

Tricia and baby #2 are doing well. The nurse broke her water at about 1:30 and she’s trying to relax and allow things to progress. Originally, they had wanted to wait for a few extra tests from the lab, but everything came back fine!

We sincerely appreciate your thoughts and prayers. It’s been fantastic to get emails, DM’s, IM’s, text messages, and all the other kinds of mails or messages… You all are fantastic. We’ll update you if anything changes!

Ben, Tricia & Isaac

Children in the Hospital

Ben — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 13:57:27 +0000

I wanted to quickly update you on the rules in place at the hospital right now. They aren’t allowing any children 14 years or younger in the hospital. We are not even allowed to have Isaac here. So, if you’re planning on visiting, please call first and know that children won’t be permitted.

Thanks all,
Ben, Tricia & Isaac