Our big and healthy boy

Owen is gaining weight like a champ. He is now 8 lbs 0.5 oz at only 2.5 weeks. His average daily weight gain is double what they hope to see, which is a good thing according to our pediatrician. She was very impressed with how strong he is, which made his parents feel great. We do have to take Owen to have an ultrasound since hip dysplasia is a common problem with breech babies and it is important to correct it early in life to avoid hip surgery as an adult.

We are looking forward to Grandma Mary and Grandpa Dan's visit this weekend! More pictures to come.

Introducing Daniel Owen Schroeder

Born 12:48pm on March 1, 2010. 7 lbs 11.4 oz. 21 inches long. Head 14.5 inches. 9, 9 APGAR Scores, which is amazing for a c-section baby. Lowest weight measured was 7 lbs 2 oz, and he was already gaining (7lbs 3 oz) by the time we left. he truly is a beautiful and healthy baby boy. He is breastfeeding well overall, with the occasional bad latch and pulling away without releasing first (ouch!). He has more alert time every day and is already starting to stare at himself in his mirror. Even he thinks he is cute :)

What an amazing week!

Waiting room








Baby Owen






I am still waiting for some pictures to come my way from people who were there or have stopped by. More to come.

As for Owen's parents, Mom is recovering well but tends to overdo it during the day when feeling well so nights have been a little rough. Dad is sleep deprived more so than Mom because he is taking the job of caring for Owen and Mom very seriously and wakes up throughout the night to walk with him so Mom can sleep. However, all three of us are doing fabulous and in good spirits.

Special thanks to my Mom and Margey for all the support during my pregnancy, Mary for making it out here for Owen's birth, for Bryan for yet again being there for my family, and for Amy's fabulous camera and photo skills! We love you all and couldn't be happier.