Two Week Update

Declan had his two week check-up this past Wednesday. He weighed 8 lbs 7 oz and is 20 inches long. He only has 3 more ounces to go to be back at his birth weight...close enough that we were able to drop one of his nighttime feedings!! We are all enjoying the extra sleep! A couple of pictures from the last week are posted below.

Update

Declan had his first Doctor's visit on Monday. He had lost down to 7 lbs 9 oz while in the hospital but as of Monday had gained back 3 oz!! We're hoping he'll be back to his birth weight by his 2 week appointment. The first few days home have been great and he has been such a good baby! We're keeping our fingers crossed that it continues.

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

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.

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....

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