FYI

You would never think this sweet and innocent face would cause any TROUBLE...

...BUT it does!

Everyday is something new with Baylee, but this was pretty scary. I almost burned the house down last night! When you have a 2 year old ALWAYS check inside your oven before you begin to pre-heat IT! She had put a dry dish rag in the oven and it was seconds from catching on fire! Thank goodness I caught it on time! I really have to be one step ahead of this girl.

Santa Claus is Coming To Town...

In the car on the way to see Santa...

Me: "Baylee, what do you want Santa to bring you for Christmas this year?"

Baylee with a big smile: "Fruit snacks and diapers!"

She is an interesting child I tell you. I had to intervene because Santa would be pretty confused...

Me: "No, what toy do you want Santa to bring you?"

Baylee thinking and still smiling: "Oh, the farm with the barn!"

She really saw one in a toy magazine recently. So Santa's little Elves better get on that...even though Louis thinks we should still get her fruit snacks and diapers instead.

Ps. I'm completely in love with Savana's cheeks...I just want to eat them up everyday!

The Celebrations Continue...

My hubby turned 28 on Monday and we had a wild bowling party! Baylee thought it was the greatest birthday party ever! It was the first time she had ever been bowling and she had a blast. We all had a lot of fun, especially Louis because he dominated the games! I am so proud of your bowling skills honey...but more so to be your wife! I love you so much!

One Month Old

Savana is growing like a weed! She was 10 lbs. 10 oz. and 21.5 inches at her one month appointment. She is still a sleepy head (which we don't mind at all) and just sweet as can be when she is awake. We are so blessed!

Another Year and Another Week...

I turned 31 on Sunday and little Savana 3 weeks. I had a low key birthday celebrating with my family at home. All I wanted to do was relax on my day after a busy Sunday with Louis gone from 8:30pm-5:30pm. Louis got me a fancy pants camera for my birthday that I got a month earlier since I wanted it for Savana's arrival. I just love taking pix with it! So I am posting another photo shoot, enjoy!

2 Week Photo Shoot & Constant Attention

My little Savana is 2 1/2 weeks old and is such a sweet girl. She is still a very easy baby, sleeping most of her little life away. Her sister on the other hand has been more than a handful! As much as Baylee loves to help with her baby sister, she has been really jealous lately. Here are some of the things she has done to try to get my constant attention:

1. piddling on the floor!

2. covering her entire naked body with a brand new bottle of Desitin (not easy to wash off btw!)

3. emptying 2 large bottles of baby powder on the carpet (at least the room smells good)

4. picking up fresh dog poop with her bare hands from the backyard and bringing it in the house

5. wetting the bed (something she has only done once in her life and it was a long time ago!)

6. walking around with a diaper she put on herself and having one of Savana's binkys in her mouth at the same time

7. having to wear one of Savana's bibs every time she eats now

8. spilling everything that can possibly be spilled and make a huge mess

9. begging for me to nurse her

10. wanting me to give her a sponge bath with Savana

11. and constantly needing me to help her with EVERYTHING! Even though she can do all of it herself

It has been really hard since all of our families have left and I have been on my own. I just pray that this phase passes quickly!

A busy First Week...

Savana had a busy first week of life. Besides having lots of friends and family visit, she had her first Halloween and her Baby Blessing! Needless to say, she slept through all the events. She has been such a good baby so far. She is a real sleepy baby. I have to wake her up for most of her feedings and she rarely fusses or cries. I am just waiting for her real personality to shine through any day now. Baylee just absolutley adores her and can't get enough of her still. She helps with everything and thinks she can do it all...I have to really watch out for her! I am recovering great from the delivery--so much better than a c-section! It has been wonderful having family around to help out too! Thank you so much everyone!

My two Angels!

She just loves loves loves to hold her baby sister...

... and she could watch her all day long.

My little helper of many diaper changes...look at her focusing, this is serious business!

Savana's first sponge bath at home.

She just loves her Omi...

and her Opa!

Happy Halloween!

My Minnie Mouse and little Pumpkin! Trunk or Treat
Savana's Baby Blessing, November 1, 2009Our New Family!Louis's Parents arrived for the blessing too.My Family...my mom made Savana's beautiful blessing dress! Tight love from her Grandma Cynde!My dad made her a beautiful delicious cake for her blessing!

I had to add this pic of the beautiful roses my great hubby got me when I got home from the hospital! He is the best!

Special Delivery...

After 23 LONG hours of NATURAL labor (3 hours of pushing!!!!), I was able to deliver my baby girl in a successsful VBAC. Savana Dahn made her debue on Sunday October 25th, 3 days after her due date. Her delivery was the hardest thing I have ever had to do in my life, but I had the most gratifying reward in the end. The pain was worth every second after finally seeing my baby girl for the first time! I had the most wonderful doula and the best support team from Louis and my mom! I could not have done it without them or my OB, who I think is the best doctor in the world! Thank you to all!!!

Here are some pix from the hospital...

Cruising in between contractions...gotta love that birthing ball!

First Pic with mom and dad...just seconds after the delivery!
Savana meets her Omi!

Savana's first diaper change.

Baylee meets her baby sister for the first time. The moment she's been waiting for her entire short life! Baylee hasn't stopped smiling yet. She absolutley loves and adores her little sister. It is too precious!

Once she held her, it was neverending...

And the first of many many kisses begin!
Proud Opa meets Savana!
Uncle Roger and Desiree come to visit too!

Going home after 1 day in the hospital...yeah!

I think those cute big cheeks were the reason for my 3 hours of pushing!