This is Ella Mae, about 2 minutes old. Born Dec 11 at 1:39 pm. She weighed 7 lbs and was 18 1/2 inches long. Chris and I could not be more proud of our beautiful new addition to our family.
Ella is one week old today and is fitting very well into our family. The kids absolutely adore her. It took Richard several days to feel comfortable around her, though he admitted very early on that she is so cute. He held her for the first time last night and has started helping feed her and just like tummy time Ella gets to have some Richard time each day. He is a proud big brother.
Hannah is loving that she is a big sister. She hold Ella every chance she gets and has been a big helper. I am so thankful that the kids are adjusting so well to having a baby in the house. They are really being very good about it.
Daddy adores his new little girl. He has had the last week off from work and has really helped me with all three kids and around the house. I love to watch that big, tough man just melt as he holds this beautiful tiny baby. I fall in love over and over with him as I watch him with her.
A few things about Ella:
Though she doesn't like a wet/dirty diaper she hates to be changed.
Baths are not yet a pleasant experience.
She detests having lotion rubbed on her skin.
She has some major lungs on her and often wakes Richard around 6 am.
She eats a lot...more than I think she should, but when she is happy so is mama. And as long as her belly is full she is a good sleeper.
She smiles. Really. In her own way, she smiles.
She loves to snuggle.
She smells amazing.
She brings joy into our home.
She is a beautiful, amazing little soul.
We love you Ella and are so thankful to have you in our home and in our lives!
What a fun way to spend Christmas at your house with new little Ella. She is beautiful and her little head it perfect with those dark eyes. Love the pictures!
ReplyDeleteYay! What great pictures! I can't wait to see her. I am so happy for you guys and love you all so much! See you at Christmas!
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