A 25 yr old outfit

So the outfit that Hallie has on was the outfit that I came home from the hospital in over 25 yrs ago! My mom gave it to me when she found out we were expecting Hallie I have sporadically put it on her but it has been to big to this point. I was 8lbs 1oz and little Hallie was 6lbs 8oz. Well I put it on her last week and it is all but to short for her but we got a picture anyways. Something fun to look back on years from now.

Smiles and a family pic

So Hallie has sporadically smiling for about a week now and over the weekend we finally got a pic of one. Having your child smile at you when prompted is so rewarding its as if you have some reassurance that something you are doing is right. Doesn't she look so cute in her jacket? We will hopefully perfect the smile thing so we can get more pics plus coos and giggles are next we can't wait.

I realized while organizing pics that we haven't had a family pic since the day she was born so while at work the other day one of the girls Matt works with was nice enough to take one I think it turned out pretty since we hadn't planned to do it.

Happy "Hallieween"

So we totally stole this idea from Becca but thought it was to cute to pass up. Hallie didn't mind at all. She I guess has learned its easier to just let us take pics cause its over sooner. Lat night we headed to Nick and Brits to have dinner and decorate cookies. Although Hallie didn't care we are starting traditions with the cousins we have close while we can. Thanks Nick and Brit we have missed you guys a lot the food was great and you were awesome hosts as always. Hope everyone has a happy and safe Hallieween.

1st Road Trip

So with the weather getting colder we have been inside alot and decided we needed to get out in the fresh air and where better to do that then sunny St. George? So we headed down Friday morning and had a ton of fun the weather was beautiful mid 80 Hallie got to wear some of her newborn cute clothes since it was warm. The whole family was there which is becoming more and more difficult to do. Hallie also got to meet her Grandpa Bill and Uncle Nathan for the 1st time. My dad is a natural as if you couldn't tell in the pics and Hallie just stared at Nathan we wish we knew what she was thinking. We celebrated Kim's b-day, did some shopping, and went to the what women want expo. Just a great weekend with great weather and good company. Hallie did great in the car following her normal sleep patterns and then staring out the window or at the light while she was awake we will hope she always likes to ride this much. Thanks Kimber for letting us crash your weekend we hope to do it again really soon.

Nap Time!!!

So like I said before Hallie is a great sleeper we have one problem though...she loves to sleep on her tummy(which scares me to death). So we started for nap time putting her on her tummy and bought a video monitor so I can hear and see what she is doing(helps my anxiety alot). She sleeps in her crib during the day but still sleeps in our room at night on her back which sometimes means less sleep but she is alive so I took some pics of her 1st nap in her crib(not that exciting to anyone but me I know)

More Visitors

So since my last post we have been lucky enough to have more visitors to. Tiff and Aaron stopped by while they were in town. Kim, Ez, Nic, and Kyle also came for the weekend. We took Hallie to her 1st tailgate party which she slept through the whole thing(it was nap time). Then we drove to Tremonton to see Grandpa Norr. He thinks she is so cool and she loves when he rocks her. Can't wait to see everyone again for the holidays..stay healthy.

1 month already

So to say I have been a super slacker with posting would be an understatement. I can not even believe that Hallie is a month old how time flies when you are doing something you love. She is growing and at her last apt weighed 6lb 15 oz and was just under 21 inches long about a week and a half ago. She is still to big for all her clothes so she continues to wear her newborn outfits and diapers(I'm so not complaining because I love how little she is). She continues to be ahead of where the dr says develop wise. She loves to hold her head up and look around and can track Matt and I completely across the room as well as follow our voices. She is a very good baby and is content to sit or lay as long as someone is within eye shot. Once she can't see someone she cries until she is picked up(I think babies are a lot smarter than we give then credit). She usually sleeps four hours at a time at night and takes a short morning nap and a long afternoon nap other than that she is awake and interactive. After Matt leaves for work in the morning and she eats we go back to bed she sleeps on Matt's side of the bed propped in her Boppie. I have a hard time even remembering what life was like before her its wierd because it seems as though she has always been there. We are so excited to continue to be part of her firsts and as she grows.

Tired Already



She loves her grandma

She is already a thinker

Matt loves this pic I think its sad she was ready to be done

2 weeks and eating my words already

Where does the time go? So here Hallie is just over 2 weeks old and I find myself wondering where did the last 2 weeks go? It is somewhat frustrating realizing that time is flying. I told Matt while I was pregnant that I would never do it again but I now understand why everyone said I would change my mind and I totally have. Most people also said that after quite a bit of time had passed after the delivery I would forget and be willing to do it again. Well Matt and I attempted to go on a date friday and as we were driving I told Matt I was ready to do it again he laugh and asked if I was kidding but I wasn't and I'm not all the pain, discomfort, weight gain, sleepless nights are worth one look from the beautiful child when you realize they are yours forever regardless of what life may bring. She is currently sleeping on my lap(heaven forbid she ever gets put down). I also said that I would be fine leaving her and that was not true. Friday my mom was nice enough to watch Hallie since Matt had made plans for us. I was ok til it was time to go then I cried all the way to the restaurant so our date turned into take out with the fam and a nice 30 drive to and from the restaurant. Maybe next time. Only time will tell what more I will eat my words on.

Feeling inadequate

So earlier last week I had my first of I'm sure several feeling inadequate moments. I knew they would come but little did I know how scary they would be luckily I have a great husband and mom that helped me through it. So here is how it all went. We had had a couple very busy days visiting family and taking pictures. After taking pictures on weds we headed home and I noticed Hallie was acting a little different than usual. She slept so sound I kept checking to see if she was breathing(which I do quite frequently anyways)but it was different. She woke up at five hours and ate and immediately went back to sleep which doesn't happen. So I was now worried she didn't even wake up to have her bum changed so I immediately ran the nurse assessment through my head(which I also do quite frequently) and all seemed well but something just didn't feel right. I fell apart and my mom suggested that Matt give her a blessing. Matt's face was priceless as he realized her would be giving her her first father's blessing. It was beautiful and ultimately she was fine. Oh one of the amny moments I have realized what a blessing our little Hallie is in our lives.

Going Private

With the arrival of our little girl my concern for who sees and reads what I post has increased and with family far away I will be attempting to update the blog very frequently. Shortly we will be going private so if you will leave your email we would love to stay in contact.

Grandma's Talent=Hallie Comfort

So since Grandma has been here she has made Hallie several darling hats to keep her head warm in this winter like weather. Thanks grandma!!!

Visitors

This weekend Hallie had a variety of visitors we are lucky enough to have Grandma Norr and Maddi here for a couple of weeks. Also some aunts, uncles, and friends stopped by for some hugs and kisses. Hallie is continuing to grow and I can't believe she is already a week old. I remember being pregnant and thinking about how I wanted time to fly and now I would like time to freeze because I have already realized it is going way to fast.

1st walk

On Friday before the weather got cold we went for our first walk to get out and get some fresh air I would say she liked it since she slept the whole time. Hopefully there will get warmer so we can do it alot more.

More firsts

So before her photo shoot on Thursday she had her 1st bath she wasn't very happy at the beginning but once she was warm in the water became a lot happier.

Happy October

So with the start of October I decided Hallie could wear her outfit and had to share how cute she looked in it. She is one week old today and I can hardly believe how fast the time has already gone. She is nothing but a joy to have even with the lack of sleep. I can't even imagine life without her and at times wonder why we have been so blessed.

1st photo shoot

So she has now been initiated into the Brower family and survived her 1st photo shoot! Brit was great enough to take the afternoon and come up to take some darling pics although she wasn't super cooperative. Here are a few of our favorites but they haven't been retouched but I couldn't wait any longer. Thanks Brit your the greatest. And dinner was delicious.