Shanna and Eric‘s little boy arrived two weeks ago. Though sadly he had to go straight to the NICU to be monitored for breathing issues. Hard news to hear only 4 months after dealing with my own little boy being transferred to Children’s Hospital just 4 days after birth. Luckily it wasn’t anything too serious, he got better very quickly, and they were able to bring this sweet boy home just a few days later! He was such a sweetie when I was visiting. Loves being held of course, and has the strangest little cry. (Don’t worry Caleb, you’ll figure out those vocal chords soon.) Thanks for letting my stop by, Shanna!

My baby is 4 months old. Four months!

I look back at pictures from just 4 months ago and I can’t even believe he was ever that small. It just doesn’t seem possible. He’s such a chub now, so that skinny little thing that wasn’t given food for 4 days in the NICU, doesn’t even seem like the same little boy. He eats like crazy now (usually 6-8 ounces a feeding!). I’m interested to see what he weighs at his 4 month check up on Friday, but just two weeks ago he was already over 15 pounds.

Well, here are some of the things Ephram is into these days:

My cute niece and nephew visited last weekend. Dressed all summery, we took a few pictures out at the park quick. I can’t believe how old they are getting!

Well, I might be a little partial, but I have been loving seeing Beau become a father. He absolutely loves Ephram and it makes me so happy to see Beau enjoy taking care of his son. And I know it will only get better as Ephram gets older. When he’s able to hike in the woods, kick a ball, help in the garden, go storm chasing, Beau and Ephram will be even closer than they are now.

 
Maybe what makes him the best dad ever is that he never flinches about changing diapers! :)

It’s so fun to see families grow. Just over a year ago I took this family’s photos, as a family of three. At the time, little Zachary wasn’t even born! If you’d like to look back, here are their family pictures from last year. It was so great to be able to photograph them again, now as a family of 4!  The little girl, Shania is now 3 years old and Zachary is turning 1!

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This little girl… is just too adorable. I could not believe how tiny she was! I could almost hold her in one hand. Like a tiny bird! The comparison of holding her and holding my 3 month old was incredible. And her little cry is the most adorable thing ever. She opens her mouth, but nothing really comes out! I’m sure she’ll figure out those vocal chords soon.

Oh, and does her face look familiar? Check out these pictures of her big brother. Definitely some similar features there already. Look for family photos later this summer!

My friend and coworker, Shanna, is expecting a little boy in just about 2 weeks! I’m so excited to meet him (as is she, I’m sure) and I’m anxious for the day when our sons can play together. They’ll only be a little over 3 months apart in age.

My cute little nephew! Adorable x100, for sure. Can’t wait for my little one (in my belly) to come out and play with his cousin!