Hungry boy...

Has anyone ever seen that Burger King commercial about " I am MAN" and how men can't get full on exquisite cuisine, but big burgers only? anyways,Isaac sort of reminded me of that commercial the other night. For some reason he kept waking up starting at 3:30am just screaming. Dan and I would take turns to go in and put him back down. After the third time at 5:30am I was starting to get worried that something is wrong. Then I started noticing every time I walk by the stairway Isaac would look up and point upstairs, which dawned on me that he might be hungry! I asked him and he screamed even more so I made some oatmeal and banana really quick before you know it, he had two bowls of oatmeal and one cup of milk and went down till 8am!

Isaac's One YEAR BIRTHDAY PARTY

At one year, Isaac is weighing in at 23.3 pounds and 29.5 inches long 50th percentile. He had a great birthday party with tons of friends shopwing up, but the poor guy had his shots the day before and was still recovering from them. As you scroll through the photos you'll see that he wasn't the happiest camper. When we brought out his cake for him, we all waited in anticipation for him to dig in. Instead, he scan the room full of people, looked as his cake, and CRIED! But overall, it was so nice to see friends and family. Aunt Patty make a killer Ceasar salad and gave Isaac his fire engine red chair. All is all, it was a great day. We had grilled cheese, dino chicken nuggets, salad, and way too much dessert! Thanks all for coming and making Isaac's day so memorable and special.

Isaac's first birthday

We celebrated Isaac's first birthday today as a family.

Dinner: Steak, twice-baked potato, and broccoli salad
Dessert: Berry birthday cake, of course

Check out the videos below.

Walking!

As of today, Isaac is taking longer steps and walking all around the house with no help. I say, this kid is WALKING!

High five and crawling up stairs

Sleep Trouble SOLVED!

SO after 3 days of SLEEP TRAINING, Isaac went from 30ming to less than 10min of crying in order to go to bed or nap. Praise the Lord, it has been getting easier putting him to bed. Honestly, that first night was probably the worest just hearing him cry to hard, but man do they learn fast, he pretty much can just fall asleep on his own now.

Below you'll see pictures of Isaacs new teeth and his joy of eating finger foods. He has been really enjoying picking up foods to feed himself such as cheese, bananas, rasberry, cheerios. So the other night, we went to the Stalls home and hung out with Ms. Natalie. Elizabeth as always has something amazing cooking! So while we were eating dinner, we put Isaac in the play room which has a step in between the play room and this formal dining area. We were all chatting sort of hearing Isaac in the distance, but by the end of dinner we hear this baby giggling, and there he was, he climbed up the one stair and go to the kitchen, which was walled off, we couldn't believe it, we just showed him how to get up the stairs that afternoon, its amazing how fast they learn!

7 Months!

Its been awhile since I blog....boy, does time go by fast. I'm almost at the end of my contract at MAMC, which i'm getting excited going part-time. This way Isaac and I will have plenty of time to hang out and play. He is getting so big...just hit over the 20 pounds mark...and the boy is solid! we recently started him on yogurt and he loved it! Its those Yo Baby ones, I actually use to eat it when I was pregnant..it's not as sweet, but quite yummy. Isaac is also starting to the the #3 baby foods, I wish I had a food processor so I can blend food for him, (DAN!)
Isaac has been saying a lot of "baba and mama" I'm not sure it he knows what he is saying, but I like to pretend that he is asking for me:). He is so sweet, every night right before bed, whoever holds him, he just sinks in and cuddle. I feel like melting!
Dan and I have been busy with work. Ophtho is keeping Dan busy, but he is really enjoying what he is doing and the people at work are great!
Just this past weekend, we went on a family hike on Mt. Rainer, this will be Isaac's second time, first time, he was in my womb, this time, he had the front seat and a pair of cool sunglasses as we hiked up the trails. It was really clear and warm. We had a great time hanging out and hiking.

Happy Birthday Sally!

Top 5 reasons why Sally is cool!
5. She's the best belly flopper we ever known!
4. She is simply blogtastic!
3. She makes a mean yummy cassarole!
2. She's a great mom to Nathan--just look at him---well feed and happy happy baby!
1. A Great friend anyone can ask for!

HAppy Birthday Sally!

So much to update!

So where do I start!!!!

May 4th-a Time of change...as Isaac is approaching 5 months old, he rolled over for the first time. It was so funny, we were just playing on the ground and him doing his hated tummy time just decided to roller over. When he did, he started laughing wondering how he turned around! It was also that same day, I realize, he has a tooth coming in on the top. He has been kinda crabby and not want to nurse or take the bottle and temp of around 99F...it got me worried for a couple of days. After talking to Sally, it really helped ease my worries. I can't wait till that little tooth comes out!

May 7th-Dedication
Dan and I dedicated Isaac at our church as a comittment to raise him to the best of our abilities in a Christian home and introducing him to our awesome God! Pastor Kevin prayed with us and gave Isaac his first New Testament Bible with his name on it!

As for me, I started a contracting job with Dan's hospital as a nurse practitioner. It goes from May to August full time at their family practitice clinic. Being back to work after being off for so long has had some bitter sweet emotions. I miss Isaac during the day at work, but at the same time, I am so excited about my work and being able to help people. Praise God for finding a daycare for him for the meantime. Isaac has been adjusting well. He is such a sweet baby! Dan and I have been taking turns picking him up...He is always so happy to see us! As for motherhood, God willing, I am learning a lot and praise GOd that he is always there to help me.

Dan is doing well. He is nearing the end of his first year, I can't believe how fast time flies...more to come...

First Dip

Isaac took his first plunge at the local YMCA sporting his new trunks. He seemed content throughout the doggy paddling experience, but I think overall Mom enjoyed it more than he did. Also, notice how the facial expressions between Mom and so are nearly identical. And she says he looks like me? Whatever.

More firsts

Jo's breaking an ancient law of pediatrics by starting Isaac on solids at 3.5 months, which is just shy of the "approved" 4-6 month starting window. The eventful moment was of course captured on film and each bite of rice cereal was closely monitored for any facial expression that could potentially represent opinon. I'd say the first feeding was an overall grimace. Now Isaac weighs over 17lbs, which is well over the 100th percentile for weight for age. We're hoping this complex carb diet will slim him down. Just kidding. In other news, we visited the zoo this past weekend with some friends (and their babies)... Check out our stroller mafia, caught wheeling between the peacocks and the penguins.

Isaac is 11 weeks at 15 lbs 11 ozs

Forawhile I'm always worried that Isaac is not feeding enough because he only breastfeed 10 min or less at a time every 4 hours...so the doctor suggested that I go in for weight checks to make sure the boobie is doing the work. Well, he came in at 15lbs 11 oz just two weeks ago he was 14 lbs 10 oz so he gained about a pound in 2 weeks! Isaac has been staying awake more...Dan and I are trying to get him on a routine, but he is such a people person. Everytime we are out, he dosen't nap, so there goes the routine. He is a cat-napper nothing more than an hour at time. So we'll see...

Isaac at 6 weeks

Isaac at six weeks is getting more and more alert and even responding to the sign language we've been showing him. He is about 13.5lbs right now and eating WELL! There is picture of him holding his head up on his own during tummy time. But, I have to say...he sure is Daddy's boy. He gets to excited when Dan gets near him its so cute!

One step forward 2 steps back

I have to say, I thought Isaac was regressing a little two days ago when he kept getting cranky during the night and started waking up again hour after hour. But what little faith did I have! Last night, I was so tired from kickboxing, I figure I'll catch a snooze early before the baby goes to bed so I can be prepared for the night feedings. I went to be before nine while Isaac hung out with Daddy. At 1:30am I woke up wonder if Dan had already taken the midnight feeding...What actually happened was that Isaac had slept from 9:15- 1:30am with no interpreting!!! I am so excited! He then slept from his 1:30am feeding till 5:15am...I am so excited for this new time slot. We'll see if this is his new routine, but it can be done!

One month old, 12lb, 10oz

Isaac's 4 weeks old!!

It has been 4 weeks since Isaac was born. We can't believe what a difference we feel already..The overwhelming sensation of having a newborn is finally sinking in...I guess this babysitting job is not ending anytime soon. We had so much fun with our family and friends visiting and helping out!! Thank you sooo much! Isaac is feeding every 2-3 hours and last night had a stretch of 4 hours between feedings! He slept from 9:30pm-1am. I woke up asking Dan if he had fed him at 11 and Dan was like no..I couldn't believe it! Here are some more pictures..ps-our son loves his bath time. He sits in the tub like he is the king of the world!