Snow Day

We finally had our first snow storm this past weekend. So naturally, we had to bundle up Miss Riley and get her outside to experience snow for the first time! We got about 12 inches. Riley and I stayed cuddled up on the couch while Wayne went out plowing. It was a great weekend to be holed up inside. 

I hear it's supposed to be in the 50's next week tho! What happened to winter this year?! Time to start shopping for baby bathing suits!! instert hearteyes emoji here.

Six Weeks of Sweet Riley

Now that life has finally settled down a bit, and we are finding ourselves in a nice little routine, I figured it was time to post an update.

So what does life look like lately?

Riley is an excellent sleeper so far, (knocking on all the wood). She is mostly sleeping in a 5 hour stretch followed by a 3-4 hour stretch during the night. So I'm feeling pretty well rested. During the day she is nursing every three hours for about 15-20 minutes, and is awake for an additional 30ish minutes after a feeding, followed by a typical two hour nap. She prefers sleeping on her back. We had her in the family bassinet for a few weeks, in the rock and play on and off for a week or two, and then we just jumped and moved her over to her crib at 5 weeks. She's been doing great so far! We're all getting good sleep as her grunts and noises don't really wake us as easily and they were. She sure is noisy as she sleeps.

At her one month check up, Riley was 10lbs 13.5oz, and 23.25 inches long! Baby girl is sadly all out of newborn clothes, and slowly growing through size 0-3. She fits best in size 3M for length, but everywhere else is a bit baggy on her.

Breastfeeding is going great. The begining was a wreck, I'll explain more of that later, but once we got through the first week, we got the hang of it and haven't looked back. I'm going to start pumping this week so I can slowly build up a stash. And I'd like to get her on a bottle once a day or every other day to make sure she will take one. 

She is now giving smiles and has started cooing! Melt my heart. Just when I don't think I could love her any more, my heart bursts. Becoming a mother is with out a doubt the best thing in life.

And now, it's time for a photo dump.

Baby Hobson has Arrived!!

Welcome to the world little one... it's a GIRL!

Riley Jane Hobson

finally made her appearance!

12-5-15 at 10:52pm

21.5 inches long and 8.15 oz

We are so in love!!

More details to come soon!!

40 Weeks

How far along: 40 weeks, our Due Date has arrived! 11/24/15

Gender Prediction: Girl

Weight gain: Pass!

Maternity clothes: of course.

Sleep: Pretty terrible this week. I've been sleeping from about 10-12, and then again from about 5-9am. 

Best moment this week: We wanted to be able to bring our new bundle to the tree farm to pick out our Christmas tree, but seeing my due date come and go,we decided to go and get our tree after Thanksgiving. We walked the hills of the tree farm hoping it would send me into labor.. not so much..

Miss anything: Sleep!!

Movement: Baby is still moving those limbs all over the place!
Symptoms: Itching and not being able to sleep.

Cravings: Sweets for sure.

Looking forward to: Meeting this baby, finally!! Where are you?!

39 Weeks

How far along: 39 weeks (November 17-November 23)

Gender Prediction: Girl

Weight gain: Pass!

Maternity clothes: Let's just say my options are getting VERY limited. 

Sleep: Still not all that great. 

Best moment this week: Ending work and starting maternity leave! No baby yet, although it would have been nice to start Maternity leave and have the bambino already.. I'm so ready!

Miss anything: Easy lunch options... I'd kill for a deli sandwich right about now. I normally am fine with out one, but how easy is it to make a quick sandwich with chicken, cheese, and mayo.... or a turkey club... yum. 

Movement: Yes, tons. 
Symptoms: The main thing still bothering me is just the itchy skin. It's starting to spread though..

Cravings: Kind of indecisive this week. I'm hungry, but not particularly in the mood for something specific..

Looking forward to: Our due date!! Thanksgiving, hopefully being able to do some Black Friday or Cyber Monday shopping and knowing baby's gender?!

38 Weeks

How far along: 38 weeks (November 10-November 16)

Gender Prediction: Girl

Weight gain: Pass!

Maternity clothes: Oh yes, running out of fall options. Come on Baby!

Sleep: Still up for a few hours in the middle of the night every night. 

Best moment this week: Nothing really sticks out from what I can remember. It was an overall good week. 

Miss anything: Sleeping comfortably, even if it is only for a few hour long stretches.. I wish I didn't wake up with numb sides, hands, arms, etc. 

Movement: Yes, rolls and stretches. Baby's feet are always on my right side. I can't wait to kiss those baby feet!
Symptoms: Still itchy skin.

Cravings: Bacon, egg and cheese sandwiches, grilled cheeses.

Looking forward to: Meeting this sweet babe! I wouldn't mind it one bit if you came early. :)

37 Weeks

How far along: 37 weeks (November 3-November 9)

Gender Prediction: Boy

Weight gain: Pass!

Maternity clothes: Yes, and I have also now resulted to a few of my husband's large t-shirts for bed. They are way more comfortable than anything I have!

Sleep: It's been alright. I sleep great until about 2 am, then I'm up for an hour or two, and it's hard to fall back asleep, then I wake up at 5:30 for the dog, so sleep is becoming not so great!

Best moment this week: Indulging in a pedicure with my sister in laws! And baby being full term! 

Miss anything: Reaching my feet easily.. and a full glass of red!

Movement: Yes, tons. 
Symptoms: Just the itchy skin.

Cravings: Coffee cake, milk, and cheeseburgers!

Looking forward to: Meeting this sweet babe!