What a Weekend

Well, we are going to hold off in celebrating the "solid" food milestone. Ryne did not take to the rice cereal - which was fine. He didn't like it and I think that more ended up on his bib than in his mouth. Jack liked it, I think - but his tummy was another story. He got really really gassy and fussy. We called the doctor on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday - and then we took him to the ER. And of course, when we get there he is all smiles. Ryne and Jack were having a great time laying next to each other on the bed and laughing. We wanted to make sure that there was nothing funky going on with his tummy. And there wasn't. Which we are happy about! We went to see the doctor on Monday - and we have him on baby Zantac and a soy formula. So far, so good. So we are much happier now. On a better note, yes the boys are laughing. I have a video of Ryne laughing - I still need to get one of Jack.





We have had beautiful this week - well so far. Chris and I took the boys for a walk both Saturday and Sunday. We missed Monday (because of the doctor). We walked for 3 and a half miles today (Tuesday). I love being out of the house and the boys like being outside (I think) - and it puts them to sleep for a while so I just turn on my iPod and keep walking. Let's hope that Spring comes soon and I am able to be outside to enjoy the sun - oh...and exercise.

4 Months Old!

We went to the doctor today for the four month check up. Ryne was 25 inches and weighed in at 14 lbs. 3 oz. Jack was 26 inches and weighed in at 15 lbs. The check up went great. Dr. J was very impressed with their head and neck control. She said that their growth and development was great.

Today was a big day for Jack. He finally rolled over from his back to his tummy. He has been trying to do this since the middle of last week. We were so happy when he finally rolled - then he scared himself by rolling again from his tummy to his back. He was pretty excited about the whole thing though. He also started his "solid food" today. Jack had a yummy lunch and dinner of rice cereal. MMMM.....just kidding - it looks nasty! He did a great job of eating it in his big boy high chair at the kitchen table! Jack is also sleeping much better at night. He only wakes up once some nights. Which is great for Chris and I. Let's hope that this continues.

The big news for Ryne is that he slept through the night for two (non-consecutive) nights. I couldn't believe it! I have to admit that it was wonderful not getting up but it freaked me out at the same time. And I admit - yes, I did go and check on him a few times. He also likes sleeping on his tummy (yes, he rolls!). And yes, that also freaked me out. Chris and I still do check on him at night but it is only if we go back by the nursery, before we go to bed at night, and when we feed Jack at night. Since today I got the okay for Jack to try "solids", I tried to get Ryne to eat the rice cereal. He was not having it! He would force it all back out. So, we will try again next week!

We did manage to get out for a walk when it was nice outside last week. It was GREAT being outside and out of the house. I am so looking forward to SPRING! We take out the "caddy" and we just walk and walk. This time we walked 3 miles. It was a lot of fun. Here is a picture of the "caddy". Yes, it is huge but it is such a great stroller!

Again, we are still trying to get an "official" four month picture. But here are a few from the past couple of days!

Almost 4 months

tummy time with Ryne and Jack

The boys are almost 4 months old. We had our baby shower this past weekend. It was a great time. Chris and I are so thankful for our friends and family. The boys did join us for the party - well, they kinda slept through the party but that was fine.

College Roommates - Me, Teri, and Beth

The Party Animals!

They are both rolling now. Ryne can go from back to tummy and tummy to back. Jack just figured out how to roll from his tummy to his back. He is working on rolling the other way though. I can't believe how much they have learned in the past few months. As I am typing this, I am watching Jack learn how to kick the arms of the activity gym to make the star light up and make music. It is amazing watching them learn something new.

Jack playing under his activity gym.

Anyway, here are a few pictures....and we will have a 4 month update soon.

Jack sitting in his bog boy seat.

Ryne sitting in his big boy seat with his cute moo cow outfit on.