Sleep... who needs it!!

Obviously little Wes is not sleeping that great right now, as I am posting at 4 am! The only sleep he has really wanted tonight was right after he nursed for 30 minutes every hour (Leah is very tired and sore!). I finally was able to get him out for a while, by setting him on my chest, singing Twinkle Twinkle and Swing Low Sweet Chariot. I did try to put him down into the crib, but that only started a round of non stop full volume screams, so we have settled on a compromise of a sleeping Wes my chest while I check my email etc!

Wes did get to take his first expedition today, as we headed over to our family doctor to get him checked out. He looks to be really healthy, but does have a little touch of jaundice. The blood work came back, and the doc felt we wouldn't have to be very concerned about it if Wes continues to nurse and get good stuff from Leah. Hopefully this will be the case, as he is definitely eating a lot. Wes seems to like car rides, but isn't quite sure about this whole 5 point harness strapping him down!
Had a nice visit with Grandpa and Grandma Voelker Sunday night, and dinner for all was provided by Grandpa and Grandma Hall. Wes enjoyed laying in his Moses basket napping and entertaining the Grandpa's while we all enjoyed the Tamale Pie and Peach Crisp!

Just a few more quick pics for all of you!


PS... No one ever told us that a new born could produce such amazing odors! Not only do you get all the fun baby shampoos and milk smells, but occasionally you get these powerfully strong little toots that make Mommy and Daddy's eyes just water! Huh.. you learn something every day!

Baby pictures and visitors!

We wanted to share a few more pics with everyone. Jay Westermann had his first visit with Grandma and Grandpa Hall and Great Grandma and Great Grandpa Kunc last night. The little guy immediately stole the show by opening his big blue eyes and giving little dimpled smiles. Yes it probably was gas, but they sure look like smiles, and as parents we have the right to brag about our little one!He has had quite the day today, had to get circumsized, 24hr blood gas samples taken, and his official hospital pictures taken! Of course all this happened in about a 2 hour period, so the little guy was understandably stressed out and unhappy, but I deployed my secret weapon of singing "Twinke Twinkle Little Star" to him, which immediately calmed him enough for us to get him all comfy for a long nap. He is currently happily nursing away and ready to steal more hearts away!

Leah is doing well, understandably a little tired and sore, but in very good spirits. Amazing how our little Jay Westermann can bring out the twinkle in her eyes!

We are probably going to be sent home tommorow before noon, but for now are in room 2109 at Lakeside. Thanks for all the emails and comments, Leah and I are really enjoying them!

Now for what people really want to see!

Jay Westermann

Just a quick little note from room 2109, where Leah, Jay Westermann, and I are all resting comfortably. Leah and I are so excited that we have our first little one finally here for us to smother in love and kisses. Our son is quite the little looker, and as we go further on this day, he gets better and better looking each time.

Thought I would share one pic from right after the delivery where you can see his beautiful little blue eyes!

Thanks for all the love and the prayers that were sent out to us, we really did need them!

Welcome Jay Westermann Hall

Welcome to our world Jay Westermann Hall!

Jay and Leah are the proud new parents of an eight pound, 11 ounce bouncing baby boy.

Born today just after noon, little Jay is about 21 inches long and has a full head of hair, 10 toes, 10 fingers and a winning personality.

Leah had a long 2.5 days of labor and a seemingly never ending night last night. But, the results have her higher than a kite now. Both parents are ecstatic and beaming despite being awake for over 30 hours. Little Jay responds to sounds and calms when you talk to him. He also winces when photographed with flash, as he was in the picture taken with DAD!

Grandma Rachel can’t get over how beautiful this little guy looks. She is hyper-excited and bubbling over to everyone. There is definitely no chance to get a word in edge-wise now!

Jay, Renee, Britanie, Zach and Leah’s Dad and Jay Westermann Hall’s Grandpa

Still Waiting...

The last week has nearly been unbearable, as both Leah and I are very excited. Our due date is August 26, so the time is fast approaching where we will get the chance to welcome a new member to our little family. I plan on hopefully updating the blog as we can after the baby is born, and maybe depending on how mad the dash to the hospital is, maybe before we go... EIther way, I plan on trying to get pics on there quickly.

Still waiting!

Big announcement

I think it is finally time to make a big announcement about Leah and I that we kind of haven't really made public, but one that was about as poorly kept secret as Popeye liking spinach... Leah and I are expecting a new addition to our family. We have known since the beginning of the year, but in view of recent event, thought it would be best to keep it only amongst our family members.

Of course now that Leah is nearly 8 months along, it really is impossible to keep hidden, and we are so looking forward to the birth of our first child, that we felt it was a good time to make the announcement. We do not know what we are having, and really don't care, just so long as mother and baby are healthy!

This is a very joyous occasion, and we are very thrilled to be able to share our happy news with all of you that know us, and who have followed our story. I will be sure to update everyone if any news is available, and in the meantime, I must go paint the nursery and put together the crib!

PS... Since it has been asked of me, we are registered at Target, and Babies R Us.