First family photos

Here are the first family photos that we had done last month. Aidan was not amused and did not smile the entire time! I think he was freaked out by the camera. :)

Busy days

Wow, I can't believe I have forgotten to post on this blog for so long! We've been busy having fun with Aidan, working full time (both of us) and just trying to find enough time to sleep most days. Our "daycare" arrangement with Eric working from home on the mornings that I have to sleep after work is going well. I know that will change once Aidan starts taking less naps and gets louder, but for now it is working.

He is such a smiley guy! He loves to babble and try standing on our laps. He has very strong neck and leg muscles and is growing faster than we can keep clothes on him. (is now around 15-16 pounds and 3.5 months!!!). He just got over his first cold and is now dealing with some eczema on his face. He goes to see a new peds tomorrow morning to check on his skin and also get his 4- month shots.

We just bought him a convertible car seat today since he is quickly 0utgrowing his current carrier.

Mama better start putting on the muscles!! ;)

Enjoying our little guy

Wow! I can't believe we have been home since Sept. 18th already! It is going wayyy too fast!

We had a wonderful time in Georgia and couldn't be happier with the way things worked out. Did not get to meet the birthmom, but did speak to her on the phone and had a picture of her emailed to us that we can share with Aidan.

The week in Georgia was a blurr of late night feedings and restaurants. Aidan definitely likes to be up at night...sometimes all night! He must know that I work nights or something. ;)

We have had to adjust his formula several times d/t intolerance issues, but otherwise he is doing really well! Up to 9 lbs 8 oz and 22.5 inches long! (had his dr. appt. yesterday).

I am getting pretty good at taking his heavy stroller in and out of the trunk (wishing some days Eric could have my small car and I could steal his SUV) :)

The dogs like to sniff Aidan's head and lick him. The cats pretty much avoid him, but they do not avoid his things. Shadow's new bed is his pack n play and mrs. kitchen prefers his smaller bouncer. I guess they are kind of like kitty beds.

Aidan is a very smiley guy who loves to laugh and grab at toys hanging down from his bouncer toy bar. I know he's not supposed to be doing those things yet, but he really seems to be!

He really laughs when Eric pulls Aidan's pants up high and calls him "old man pants" :)

WE HAVE A SON!!!!!

Finally!!! We have a SON!!! :) I still can't believe it! We got the call on Wednesday, 9/2 about a baby that was born on 8/31/09 at 8:02am. He weighed 6 lbs 2 oz and 19 inches long. He is healthy and beautiful! Eric and I will leave on Thursday, 9/10 to go get him in Georgia and will be back around Friday, 9/18. I will post a pic of Aidan Mathias...more pics to follow as they arrive from the wonderful care family in Georgia!

Adoption Agency Picnic

Eric and I went to our first picnic last night that is held by our homestudy agency here in Madison. We got to meet several families who have used the same agency we are using in Georgia, as well as a couple just beginning their application. It was great to hear their stories and imagine what our scenario will be like when we get chosen. Most of the couples were chosen within a week of their application, so we are a little different in that respect, but they said the agency is great and the care families that the infants are placed in after birth are really nice. Apparently we travel to the area of Georgia where the care family lives, so it could be anywhere. We then get a hotel room near the care family and stay for about a week.
Everyone's babies were sooo adorable and I can't wait for next year's picnic when we will have our little one to bring.

WE COULD BE CHOSEN REALLY SOON!!

Just got an update from our adoption agency...there are around 23 families in their waiting pool. Of those, 11 requested a girl (we are open to gender) and only three (including us) are childless. So, she said we have a very good chance of being chosen soon, and it looks like we will probably get a boy! I am soooo excited and can't wait for the call!!! :)

Month 1 of waiting

We have officially been waiting one month for the domestic adoption. Even though I have no idea how long this is going to take, it is nice to know that we are getting closer to "The Call". I started painting the nursery green, but am leaving the edging by the ceiling for Eric. I tried, but I am too sloppy and there is too much furniture still in the room to get the ladder just right. I got some really cute orange and white bedding, so am excited to see how that looks when the painting is done. All the nursery stuff is still in the basement right now. I really want to finish the room and put it all together and make it look "ready", but I'm sure we have more than enough time, and I don't want everything to get all dusty just sitting in there. I also picked out the artwork that I am putting in the room (just have to order it). I will attach a pic of the bedding and pics of the artwork. The green on the walls will be similar to the green on the zebra's nose. Oh yeah, and I am going to try inducing lactation again! This time, I am doing the regular (long) protocol which will yield a larger supply. I don't start pumping until right before we get the baby ( so will have to wait for the call) and I will also be using a Lact-Aid supplemental nurser with formula each time I nurse when we get the baby.