Long time... No update. Sorry y'all! The boys are just the cutest, happiest babies you'll ever meet. Here are some fun pictures we took for valentine's day for your enjoyment.
The boys are growing fast. They are both around 14lbs. Liam is definitely taking the lead with his weight. I think the reason stems from the fact that Oliver recently hit a very curious stage. He can't focus on eating. He's much more interested in babbling at mom, looking at noises in the room, or poking Liam in the face. I've recently had to stop nursing them at the same time so Oliver isn't so distracted.
The boys have become much more vocal. When Liam wants something he balls his fists, tightens every muscle in his face and arms, and growls lowly. This is a great addition to our meal times.
When Oliver wants something he howls an ear piercing scream and then smiles at you. They both like to gasp when they get excited. Oliver's gasp we call his "raptor call". It's very endearing.
One day Bryce had to come home for lunch because he had both our car keys. This was a happy and unexpected surprise, especially for Oliver. Bryce went to pick him up out of the crib after his nap and Oliver gasped with glee for probably 5 minutes because he was so excited.
The toy swiping has begun. Liam is a little bit more aggressive and likes to take whatever Oliver is playing with. Oliver doesn't seem to mind yet, he'll just grab something new til Liam takes it away too.
The boys and I just finished the illustrated children's Book of Mormon. They LOVED it. Usually I have them both tucked up with me on the couch for personal scripture time. I read and they try and eat the pages. I loved this book. It makes the stories so real. I love the Book of Mormon, the spirit it brings into my life, and the testimony it bears of Jesus Christ. It is fun to share this with my children.
I do have to say, as a side note, that the pictures make this very violent book(yes, the book of mormon is full of A LOT of wars) sometimes too real. But, I guess there's nothing like Ammon dragging a tarp of bloody arms to the king that might spark a small boys curiosity in ancient history, right?
The boys first teeth came in! The same tooth and only two days apart. Liam's came first and then Oliver's. It was... Horrific. For a few days it felt like we were back to when they came home from the hospital. There was much screaming and little sleeping or us all(well, mostly Bryce. I sort of sleep like a rock. A dead and deaf rock). I had a difficult time deciding if I should give them oragel or teething tablets, things others swear by, because I have a friend named google. The FDA apparently warns against the use of both. We ended up giving them Tylenol before bed, thanks to a Facebook reccomendation from my friend Brooke(thank you!), and it worked. Woohoo! Now that that is over, they are just happy as ever. I can't say I'm excited for future teeth to appear.
Last little fun facts, the boys are SO close to sitting up on their own. They love eating solid foods and enjoy trying a new fruit and veggie each week. Their favorites are pears and sweet potatoes. There have been a few they have NOT liked at all. I read that sometimes it takes up to a dozen introductions of a food before they'll take it. I'm determined to do everything I can to avoid pickiness so I just keep forcing it down. So far, it's worked. Usually we have 3-4 sessions of gagging or spitting in mommy's face, then they get over it.
We love being parents! Bryce is just the most amazing father there is. I'm so grateful for all he does. When I had my surgery, Bryce had 5 days off and was on full baby duty. He is amazing and the boys just adore him. I know he really loves being a dad to these cuties too. One of the boys favorite activities is laying on the ground listening to dad play his guitar each morning while I whip up some grub.
Another shout out to my mom, dad, grandma, and siblings for helping when i had to go to the ER at 3am and while I was in the hospital for surgery. I don't know what I would do without you guys, especially you mom. I love you! (If you're curious what my expirience was in the ER watch Brian regan's video about the ER on youtube...It was just like that. Lol).
1 comment:
Great post! Loved the pictures. Glad their teeth are in, that you're feeling better, and they are not spitting in your face....as much. Being parents is awesome!
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