Tuesday, March 15, 2011

Random Pictures

This is what happens when you have too much to drink!
Declan and his Army bear
First weigh-in at the Doctor's office
Activity time with Dad
Activity time
Nap time

Saturday, March 12, 2011

A Few More Pictures

Day 1
Going Home

Declan Michael Steckel

Declan's First Picture
Declan arrived on 9 March 2011 at 7:54 am via C-Section. He weighs 8 lbs 10 oz and is 19 inches long.

Monday, February 28, 2011

37 Week Update

We had our 37 week appointment today and found out that the little one is still breech, which means I've been suffering through all of those contractions for nothing! The doctor scheduled a C-section for March 14th so unless I go into labor before then we have two more weeks to go! Of course, the baby could still decide to turn but it's not very likely at this point. We go back to the doctor next Monday for another ultrasound to check on the baby's position. More to follow....

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Maternity Photos from Christa Mitchell Photography

Christa Mitchell, a good friend and wonderful photographer, did an amazing job on our maternity photos. Below is a professional picture of the 34 week baby bump and a few of our favorite photos from the session. We can't wait for her to take some pictures of the little one. Many thanks to Christa!



34 Week Baby Bump





Quick 35 Week Update

Hard to believe that we're so close!! We had our 35 week appointment yesterday. The little one is still breech and according to the ultrasound he is measuring 36 weeks 3 days. They think that he weighs around 6 lbs 9 oz. The doctor says that it is too late for him to try to turn him and doesn't think that there is room for him to turn on his own but it's not impossible. We'll have another ultrasound at 37 weeks and if he is still breech then they'll look at scheduling a C-Section. Looks like he could be here very soon!!

Tuesday, February 1, 2011

Baby Shower

Patty's Creative Decorations
Yummy Cupcakes

Great Food
Our very dear friend Patty hosted a baby shower for us this past weekend. She did an amazing job decorating and organizing the shower. We received lots of wonderful gifts to get us prepared for Declan's arrival. We are very thankful to all of our great friends and can't wait for them to meet the little one. The shower was lots of fun and it was great to see everyone! A huge thank you to Patty for a fantastic shower...you're the best!