JAB blab

The Liz’s left today…it was a whirlwind visit, but so nice to see them and have the opportunity for them to meet Abby.

Second child, but first video!

Thanks to Texbama Baby for the tech support!

Abigail’s namesakes are in town for their first visit. The Elizabeths– my sister (known to Jack as Aunt Liz) and my aunt (known to Jack as Nan). Quality photos from a day  with the Liz’s at the Oakland Zoo and play park below.

Jack’s Aunt Liz did the heavy lifting…

Snuggle time with Mama:

Jack’s second favorite ride (only trumped by the train):

Leap frogs:

Nan’s the official spotter:

And the official stroller pusher:

Little brother and sister (the laundry is actually clean!):

But the most classic moment thus far wasJack’s demonstration of “the baby needing Mama’s Milk.”

More later!

Check it out.

Most of you know the dynamic Irish-Cuban duo, Sneil (aka Sara and Neil), are expecting twins. Due to signs of pre-term labor, they’ve had an extended stay at the hospital of late. So far so good, as the babes have stayed put. Check out their blog Babes in Oakland for updates including the names announcement!!

…otherwise entitled, the post that will prompt the most “Oh, she looks like you, Tiffany!” responses (because whenever my kids looks slightly “off,” that’s when I get the credit)… So whose face do you see?

“Say what?!?!”

“Rock on, dude.”

“Gas pains.”

“Plug it up.”

“I only have eyes for you!”

“Feed me!”

“Please, ma’m, can I have some more?”

“Pretty smiles.”

Leaving the hospital. (I know, the hat makes her look like Little Red Riding Hood’s granny. I have no defense.)

Snuggles with Granna:

and Grandpa:

and Gigi:

Easter Fun:

Abby sleeping:

Abigail proving she lives on the “left coast:”

Jack’s getting lots of Daddy bonding time:

It suits him well:

He’s also proving to be a loving big brother (and a damn good spokes model for sippy cups!):

And for those of you just dying to know. I finished Jack’s room the day before my folks arrived and left them with specific instructions for Abby’s room. Results are looking pretty good in these photos (house once again a bit of a mess as you might imagine), but at least I’ve preserved it for posterity’s sake!

Abigail Elizabeth Cothran
born at 7:54 am
8 lbs 13 ounces

Abby was calm, cool, and collected from the start. She handled nursing like a pro – latching on before we even left post op. She slept both in and out of arms right away. She continues to be an easy baby, for which we are very grateful. So unlike Jack at this stage, that we often sit around and wonder what we’re supposed to be doing. We’d prepared for battle and have come home to some actual relaxing, family time. Who would have thunk? Of course, Jack hasn’t slowed down a bit, so that is still a bit of a challenge, but thankfully we’ve had my folks here, followed by Kieran’s mom, and a bit of paternity leave on Kieran’s part. It’s been rather enjoyable and has allowed for a relatively speedy recovery on Tiffany’s part!

I’m a little belated in the announcement on this website, but for those who haven’t seen the initial photos, you can check them out on our photo site. And of course, there are plenty more photos, but I haven’t made it to the back office where I can easily upload them to the website, so these catch up blog entries will have to suffice.

Granna and Granpa were on hand to watch Jack the week Abby was born.  They all came to the hospital later that day. Jack was a little cautious (that has since faded) but very curious and excited to see his new baby sister.

Also very happy to get a snuggle with Mama.