Lovey

This looks like just a cute father/son picture, doesn't it?
It's actually much cuter than that. Look at how Brady is hugging his "lovey" that he got from his friend and birthday buddy Anna Kate. Anna has one too and she knew Brady would want one.

See, he even hugs it when mommy holds him!

Thank you, Anna Kate, for my very special toy!

Lots of "firsts" and a weekend update...

We've been doing pretty well here at home with our favorite little guy. My parents left on Saturday morning - we were so thankful for everything they did! My mom literally worked non-stop; changing diapers, cleaning, getting meals ready, and pampering me by letting me take naps. We miss grandma and grandpa but we are doing fine on our own - although it's only been one full day! Now Jason has to change diapers, clean, get meals ready, and pamper me :) It works out pretty well.

Our little man is a pooping machine - we are so surprised by how many diapers we go through! He eats well, about every three hours, and has us up for a midnight feeding, then 3 or 4 AM, then a 7 AM feeding so I really can't complain. He takes a bottle from Jason for the 7 AM feeding, so I can catch a few extra winks. He loves to be held, which is fine by us (for now!). We are so blessed with an easy baby (knock on wood).

I went back to the doctor on Friday and they finally put me on meds for my blood pressure. I've had a pretty consistent headache since we got home from the hospital and the doctor didn't like that. So for the next six weeks I am popping pills. They make me lightheaded and dizzy, and I'm not quite sure if that is better or worse than the headache!

Here are a few "firsts" and pictures from our week!

I found my thumb on my own!

First time in the Baby Bjorn, out for a walk! He barely fits but I'm sure he'll be breaking our backs very soon.

WARNING - poopy picture ahead!

First poopy blowout :)

First time in the swing

First time out to eat with mom, dad, grandpa, and grandma!

First time trying out my quilt from grandma

First time hanging out in the boppy (and he loves it!)

I fit so perfect in my boppy!
(Jason wants an adult size boppy, hahaha!)

First time meeting my girlfriend, Norah (and my friends Ian, Katie, and Camille!)

With Grandma and Grandpa

Life on the Outside

by Brady Thomas Hubbard

Daddy can't stop kissing me!

Ready to go home! Daddy says I have monkey feet. He thinks I will be an NBA player. Mom says no way, my nice long fingers will assist my career as a lefty pitcher.

Hanging with my dad watching my first Cubs game

My Auntie Linda came to stay and really helped my parents. I was glad that they asked her to be in my delivery room. I really like her, I think she's beautiful.

Sleeping is my favorite.

Ready to visit the doctor! I have only lost three ounces. I pooped twice in the doctor's office. I heard daddy say he was so proud.

Yes, I am a hunk!

Mommy takes lots of pictures. I am sure she will post more soon.

I'm back!

This is Angie blogging again and I just want to say THANK YOU for your prayers. I truly felt them as I felt immediately better after Jason posted a request for prayer. Today has been a different day; I am feeling "normal" again and finally able to enjoy my new little man. He is truly a gift from God and we are beyond ourselves with joy and thankfulness. Our naughty little boy has been forgiven and we are reconsidering our application to military school :).

Yesterday was truly the best and worst day of my life; let's just say that nothing went how I pictured it would. I pictured a trying, painful delivery followed by pure bliss as I basked in the arrival of my son - ah, the expectations of a first time mom! Instead it was a smooth, pain-free delivery (hallelujah epidural!) followed by "chinese water torture" (my husband's description) and intense pain soon after. I was unable to hold Brady until he was quite a few hours old and my body didn't have the strength to nurse him. My blood pressure problems caused a lot of the clotting and the ruptured placenta added to the blood loss. I was sick to my stomach and couldn't get out of bed or even sit up. There are more details but you probably don't need or want them :) Finally things got back to normal late last night and I was moved out of my labor and delivery room to a room on the post-partum floor. Today has been a brand new day! Who knew that a shower could feel so good :) I get to go home tomorrow and I can't wait.

Here are a few more pictures; going backwards a bit and catching up to today including photos of all of Brady's admirers/visitors!

Heading out the door! I have my cute diaper bag all packed and ready!

Ready to get this kid outta me!

A white little Brady ghost with the doctor that delivered him, Dr. Mendise

Keeping a close eye on the boy right after delivery

The first time I held him for one minute.
Also known as the first time I passed out!

Brady's first smile for grandma!

Rev. Curt and Eileen Thomas come to visit - Brady's middle name is after this wonderful couple.

FINALLY - time with Mom when she doesn't look so scary!

Jim and Ashley Cole stopped by for a visit

John and Karen Mizener

I am so talented, I can already hold my own pacifier in!

Gary and Lola Meeks

Praise the Lord. Thank God that He indeed does listen to the prayers of His children. Angie has improved a tremendous amount and is now able to get around with the nurse's assistance. She also has begun to be able to nurse Brady which is a huge boost for her emotionally. Please continue to lift us up in prayer as we will continue to thank God for all of the wonderful people He has put into our lives.

Alright here's the deal. Angie has been having some problems today and for those that are weak of stomach you might want to stop now. Angie has been unable to get out of bed or breastfeed Brady today because of some complications following Brady's birth. Angie's placenta ruptured and as a result she has suffered several major clots and a lot of blood loss. As a result of the blood loss and other yet to be explained complications Angie has been unable to get out of bed without feeling like she is going to faint. This is causing a lot of emotional problems because Angie is not able to bond with Brady the way she wants to. Please pray for her physical needs and just as importantly please pray for her as she is feeling really discouraged. I know I should have asked for your support earlier but every time we were about to send out a request it seemed as though things had improved...but they really have not and we really need your prayers.

Even more pictures

More photos..less talk

Everyone meet Brady Thomas Hubbard

Brady joined us this morning at 10:38am. He tipped the scales at a whopping 6lb 8oz and was 20.5 inches long. Mom and Brady both are resting and we continue to covet your prayers.

7 centimeters and the water has broke...and my wife loves the anesthesiologist!!!