Mitzi and I are truly blessed to have Sophia in our lives. It is the moments that you don't expect that truly make it worthwhile to be a parent. For example, just the other day Mitzi was singing Christmas songs with Sophia. I was sitting on the couch nearby just listening and watching and when Mitzi was done, Sophia just stared into Mitzi's eyes intently. At that moment, both of us broke down and teared up a bit. Words cannot describe how much we love Sophia and all the joy she has brought to our lives. During this time of year it's important to be with family and friends and Mitzi and I are truly thankful that we now have our own little person to share this special time with.
Below are some random videos of Sophia from the past few days...enjoy!
(Double click videos to open in a new window)
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Saturday, November 6, 2010
Sophia's First Halloween
Hello all, I know it's been awhile since my last entry but here we go. Sophia enjoyed her first Halloween this past week and she looked oh so cute. Daddy took Sophia around the neighborhood to gather some candy and she made out pretty well. Although she can't eat it, mommy and daddy have done so for her. Below are a couple of pictures of her and mommy and daddy.
Thursday, October 7, 2010
The Life and Times of Sophia
It's been a little over a week since my last post. Sophia is still doing well and mommy and daddy are still getting as much sleep as Sophia will allow. Sophia definitely seems to be in growth mode because mommy is being sucked dry. Thankfully Mitzi's breast milk has been more than abundant for our little angel.
Putting Sophia to sleep this week was a little rough this because Sophia had a couple of nights where she just wanted to eat and eat and eat. Each time she would want to eat, crying and screaming would occur. It was a little more difficult for me than for Mitzi since work seems to come really early and sleep is at a premium. Mitzi and I have been to able to support each other when the times have got tough and it's easy to forget the lack of sleep every time you look at Sophia's beautiful face. We want to thank everyone for their well wishes and keep them coming...we really appreciate them.
Nani Esther came over early this week to give Sophia her very first bath. As you can see, Sophia was not really a fan of this whole bathing thing. (Double click on the video to open in a separate window)
This is just a random video of Sophia while asleep and the crazy movements and noises she makes. (Double click on the video to open in a separate window)
Until next time...
Putting Sophia to sleep this week was a little rough this because Sophia had a couple of nights where she just wanted to eat and eat and eat. Each time she would want to eat, crying and screaming would occur. It was a little more difficult for me than for Mitzi since work seems to come really early and sleep is at a premium. Mitzi and I have been to able to support each other when the times have got tough and it's easy to forget the lack of sleep every time you look at Sophia's beautiful face. We want to thank everyone for their well wishes and keep them coming...we really appreciate them.
Nani Esther came over early this week to give Sophia her very first bath. As you can see, Sophia was not really a fan of this whole bathing thing. (Double click on the video to open in a separate window)
This is just a random video of Sophia while asleep and the crazy movements and noises she makes. (Double click on the video to open in a separate window)
Until next time...
Monday, September 27, 2010
Sophia: Day 6
Sophia had a check up at her pediatrician's office today. At her initial visit to the pediatrician last Friday, Sophia weighed in at 7 lbs 8 oz. That was a full pound less than her birth weight! Her doctor was a little concerned and asked us to make sure that she eats at least every three hours and to wake her up from naps to eat if necessary. The doctor also asked us to supplement her breast milk with formula. Mitzi and I made sure to follow the doctor's instructions over the weekend and thankfully at today's appointment, Sophia's doctor was happy with her progress. We still need to make sure she eats every three hours, but we no longer have to supplement her diet with formula.
In addition to the weight concern, her doctor was also concerned with Sophia's jaundice. In order to combat her jaundice, her doctor recommended we put her in indirect sunlight over the weekend. Below of are a few shots of her "suntanning" this past weekend:
Thankfully, Sophia's doctor was also happy with her progress and her jaundice is nearly gone.
Mitzi, Sophia and I also thought it was time to get out of the house, so we took Sophia on her first outing...to Target.
As you can see from the photo, it looks like mommy has already started trying to fill Sophia's closet.
In addition to the weight concern, her doctor was also concerned with Sophia's jaundice. In order to combat her jaundice, her doctor recommended we put her in indirect sunlight over the weekend. Below of are a few shots of her "suntanning" this past weekend:
Thankfully, Sophia's doctor was also happy with her progress and her jaundice is nearly gone.
Mitzi, Sophia and I also thought it was time to get out of the house, so we took Sophia on her first outing...to Target.
As you can see from the photo, it looks like mommy has already started trying to fill Sophia's closet.
Friday, September 24, 2010
Sophia Has Arrived
On Tuesday September 21, 2010 we welcomed our little miracle into this world. Sophia Araceli Magos was born at 3:11 am and weighed in at 8 lbs, 8 oz and measured 21.5 inches long.
Sophia did not come easy for mommy and daddy. Mitzi was induced into labor around 9 am on Monday September 20 and after nearly 19 hours of labor, baby Sophia still didn't want to come. Although Mitzi and I preferred to have a natural birth, the decision was made to have a Caesarean Section. Thanks to God that all things went well and Sophia came out healthy and safe. Below are a few pictures right after birth.
Check the next few posts for some videos of Sophia.
Sophia did not come easy for mommy and daddy. Mitzi was induced into labor around 9 am on Monday September 20 and after nearly 19 hours of labor, baby Sophia still didn't want to come. Although Mitzi and I preferred to have a natural birth, the decision was made to have a Caesarean Section. Thanks to God that all things went well and Sophia came out healthy and safe. Below are a few pictures right after birth.
Check the next few posts for some videos of Sophia.
Friday, September 17, 2010
Countdown to Baby...
So...I know I made it my New Year's Resolution to post on this blog a whole lot more than I have...and, I know that I haven't lived up to that...but, I promise, now that that our munchkin is nearly here, I promise to keep you posted his/her life and our new lives and parents.
Like the title suggests, we are definately in countdown mode. The wifey's due date was on September 10th, but as you can see (or read), still no kid yet. Well, if the wife does not deliver this kid by September 20th, its go time; induction of labor is the route we will go. Both of us would love for the our child to be born without the use of medication, but those are the doctor's orders. Below are a few pictures of the beautiful mommy to be:
Like the title suggests, we are definately in countdown mode. The wifey's due date was on September 10th, but as you can see (or read), still no kid yet. Well, if the wife does not deliver this kid by September 20th, its go time; induction of labor is the route we will go. Both of us would love for the our child to be born without the use of medication, but those are the doctor's orders. Below are a few pictures of the beautiful mommy to be:
This was supposed to be an easy photo shoot, but...
...Jaclyn and Jennifer showing some love for their cousin-to-be...
...there is the man responsible for all of this.
Well, I certainly hope that the next time I sign on I'll also be posting pictures of our newborn.
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