average height, above average intelligence and weight, superhuman beauty

Timmy passed his check-up today with flying colors!

The nurse said to Timmy, "let's see how tall you are" and put him next to the measuring tape. "oh, you are tall! 23 inches." (50th percentile)



Then she said "let's see how smart you are" and measured his head. "Oh, you are very smart! 16 and 3/4 in." (95th perctentile)

Finally, she said "You're huge, let's see how much you weigh" and put him on the scale. "oh, wow...hmm ... eh ... (adjusting the weight) ... yep! 15 lbs!" (oh geez, that's how much someone twice your age weighs!)



Grandpa Ottomanelli (14 lbs, 15 oz.) and Grandma Wood (15 lbs, 1 oz) had the closest guesses.

Timmy let out a big sigh of relief ... made it!




oh, what's that you say?




SHOTS?!!



Luckily, he pulled through like a champ ... with a little help from a pacifier and super cool band-aids

Happy Two Months Baby!

Timothy,

Can you believe it's already been two whole months since you entered the world? Can you believe it's only been two months since you completely changed our lives? You have grown and changed so much, you're not the same baby we met on Christmas day, but we love this new you more and more all the time.

When we first brought you home, we were definitely in love, but taking care of you was sort of mechanical... we fed you, changed you, put you down to sleep, and then started all over again. Somewhere around 5 or 6 weeks, you seemed to become a real, actual person. You had a ton of awake time during the day in which you soaked up the world around you.

Things you like now: You love being read to, especially "What Does Baby See," "Where the Wild Things Are" and "Goodnight Moon." You seem to like it when we sing to you, maybe Dad more than me. Perhaps that is because you don't appreciate my sarcastic lyrics about you pooping or crying or something. You "talk" to us all the time now, cooing, giggling, smiling and grunting. Your eyes light up when you see toys dangling, rattles shaking or the cats walk by. If we put the mobile in your crib on, you pump your arms and kick your legs like you're running a sprint. Bath time was always a happy time for you, but now it's especially fun because you like to splash and get water everywhere! Most days we go for a walk in the stroller, but you're starting to like the Bjorn carrier more. These are almost guaranteed to make you happy, especially if there are buses, trucks and construction near by. Probably your favorite activity of all time is eating. You know when you're about to get fed, and you start breathing fast, opening your eyes wide and moving your lips in anticipation.

The whole family is starting to settle into a routine now, and that is nice. You generally sleep 8-9 hours at night, waking up once to eat. Sometimes you add on a nap before or after that and then one during the afternoon. Our very favorite time with you is when you wake up in the morning. You are all smiles and laughs then, just happy to be hanging out. Bedtime is a close second, because we snuggle with you when you're freshly bathed and have that delicious baby smell. We read you stories and sometimes we'll even feel your body start to relax as you drift off to sleep before we put you in your crib.

The cliche is true, you are growing up way too fast. You sort of have a friar tuck hairline right now, as the newborn hair is slowly replaced by your new hair. Your eyes are still blue, but I have a feeling that will change. Pretty much everyone agrees that you look like Dad, but I'm sure that could change too. We have an entire tupperware container filled with your newborn and 3 months clothes. I have a feeling the 3-6 month outfits will be joining them soon. And you look like a little boy, barely even a baby. I already miss the way you were when you were born. Luckily for me, you keep getting better and more lovable. Daddy and I are so excited to see how much you'll change over the next two months.

Love,
Mommy and Daddy











See more Month 2 pictures here

Mardi Gras

In honor of Fat Tuesday:

Greasy Chinese Food and Beer



Baby Cupcakes



and a FAT baby

Place Your Bets

Timothy's 2 month check up is this Thursday, and we're wagering on what his stats will be. Pete and I have made our guesses, what are yours?

Weight: He was 9 lbs, 9 oz. at birth, 10 lbs at 2 weeks, 13 pounds at just under 6 weeks. My guess is 15 lbs, 4 oz.; Pete's guess is 14 lbs, 12 oz.

Length: He was 20.5 inches long at birth... I'm guessing 23.5 inches? Actually, I have no idea, but he seems much longer.

A week ago, we officially made the switch to Size 2 diapers and 3-6 month clothes. Before long, he's going to outgrow his infant carseat. Another development to note, my biceps are becoming diesel.

Look at these cankles






If you want bragging rights for a good guess, leave it as a comment on this post.

One Happy Baby

Happy Valentine's Day

It was a good weekend here at Casa Ottomanelli.

For the first time since Timothy was born, Pete didn't have to work over the weekend. Thanks to my wonderful mom, it was also the first time that Pete and I had a night away.

Saturday morning Pete and Timmy went to the Farmer's market and brought back some beautiful flowers and yummy pastries for breakfast



Then my mom came up to hang out and we all got lunch together. After lunch, Pete and I were off to the spa for a VERY relaxing afternoon of mud baths and massages. We enjoyed a nice leisurely dinner out and then some champagne and chocolate at a nearby hotel. We slept for 8 whole hours which seemed downright luxurious.

The next morning was great, we went to Coffee bean and sat outside by the fire pit, chatting and drinking lattes. Of course the best part of the weekend was coming home to this:





Me and my honey

Grandpa Came to Visit ... And He Was Rewarded Handsomely

Because Timmy gave him a huge smile and laughed for him. It was awesome.

Little Chubby

I found a 0-3 months outfit in the closet the other day that I had forgotten about, and I thought Timmy should wear it at least once before it was too small. I noticed the tag said "up to 12 pounds" but I figured we would give it a shot anyway.



















It was a little tight.
















MOM, take it OFF!




















Well that's not going to help the situation















We made it up to him by letting his hands free






And then we let the Timmy free



And he was happy.

Sleep

For the past week, Timmy has showed us how much he loves us by sleeping at night. Most nights he has slept for a 5 hour stretch, followed by a 3 or 4 hour stretch before waking up a happy baby. On Saturday night, he slept for SEVEN STRAIGHT HOURS! 10:30pm to 5:30am. It was truly amazing.



Maybe those baby books are right, six weeks was a turning point. Pete and I are starting to feel like real live human beings again. And Timmy is doing really well. He sure is growing fast, 13 pounds already! It won't be long before he is on to the 3-6 month size clothes!

Our big "little guy":

Entertainment for a Six Week Old

Timothy and that mobile! Every time we put him in his crib, he immediately looks up at it in anticipation of the music and motion. Why aren't they all electric ... or at least battery powered?

Ch - Ch - Ch - Changes

Monday was the first day that our babysitter watched Timmy while I went to school. Grandma had been staying with him for the first three weeks of school, but now our friend Tawny comes to play with him Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings. I know Timmy really misses Grandma, and I miss seeing her so often too! But so far, Timmy seems to be doing well and Tawny is great. It has been working out well for me because my mom has been coming up on days I don't have anything to do and hanging out, helping take care of Tim. We're pretty lucky!

Of course the best part of every day is when Pete, Timmy and I hang out at night together, especially now that he is so much more alert and is getting to know us better!