First Days at Home

Just some moments from the past few days. Life at home is going great. Keely is doing great being a big sister and helping Mommy. She has helped changing diapers and making sure Brayden has his pacifier. He is doing so good eating and having more "wake" time during the day. Brayden does have a bit of jaundice, we have another appointment tomorrow to check his bili levels, so far nothing alarming but we still want to watch it to make sure that the levels aren't too high. We'll keep you posted!

Mom with her handsome sleeping boy!

Hanging out.

Daddy time.

Keely checking on brother.

Story time!

Brayden Edward Duncan

Brayden Edward Duncan

September 26, 2009

3:19 am

7 lb 11 oz 19 3/4 in

He is here! Early Saturday morning we welcomed Baby Brayden to the world. I am thankful to say that it was a quick and safe delivery. Brayden is thriving and just perfect. He looks A LOT like Keely when she was first born with the exception of the dark, thicker hair. We came home tonight around 5:00 and were greeted by "The Big Sister" Keely. She has done so good with the new baby and is very curious to his every move and sound. We did have a small moment of jealousy when I started to nurse him but everyone is doing their part to make sure she knows that is loved and not being replaced. Below is a small montage of moments from his birth and coming home. I will try my best to bring more pictures in the days to come, but please be patient with me as I adjust to being a Mom of 2! Thank you everyone for all the wonderful wishes during this celebrated event. We can't wait for him to meet everyone!

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Phase 2

While I try to keep myself busy waiting for Brayden's arrival, Brent hasn't had a hard time finding a few things to do. He is trying to make use of the time and having his Dad's help to continue "Project Backyard". This past week they have finished digging out where the deck will go, built another wall, and began framing the floor for the deck. At least one of us is doing something useful! The backyard may look like a construction zone, but it is coming along and I can't wait for next summer when I get to plant flowers, grass, and play with the kids.

The second wall and dug out patio on the top tier.

Dad working the Bobcat.

View of our second tier.

Beginning framing and posts for the deck.

Lumber for the deck, posts, and cover.

40 Weeks

Today we hit 40 weeks which means we hit our due date. Last Thursday I saw the midwife who thought that he was coming for sure by the weekend. Well the weekend has come and gone and still no Brayden. Just goes to show who is really in charge here. I've been having contractions on and off for the past few weeks. Last night I was up til 3 feeling some contractions but nothing rhythmic. We have another appointment on Thursday. If Brayden still has not made his debut then we're going to see if we can be induced over the weekend. In the meantime I continue to wait and try to stay in good spirits. I'm trying to take advantage of this time with Keely, knowing these are the last days before she is our only child. I'm also trying to remember that this is my last pregnancy and enjoy each moment that I do have left feeling little kicks and turns. When the time is right and when he is ready Brayden will come. We need to remember to be patient and that his arrival will be that much more precious when he does come.

Baby Signing Time

We've been working on signing with Keely for a few months now and she's been doing great with it. A few months ago Brent's parents got a couple of DVD's for her to help with her signing and she has a blast watching them. In this video she is doing baby, sleep, and bubbles! Another exciting moment for us is that Keely is actually saying the word "baby". Can't wait to bring Baby Brother home for her.

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They Look Alike, Act Alike...

They say that you start to look like your pets after a while...what do you think?

Grandma and Pop-pop are visiting and they brought along Maggie. Keely loves having a dog around the house. She likes to chase her around the kitchen and really loves sitting in Maggie's bed.

T-R-O-U-B-L-E

Keely's new trick this week: she figured out how to open doors! The worst part is that it started with the front door. Now the front door stays locked at all times. This morning she opened the pantry door and knocked over a glass bottle. Thankfully I got to her before she could touch anything. Ahh...just in time for Brayden to arrive. I know everyone has said it, I will have my hands full!