Ryan breaking his mommy's heart and other things

I don't know if any other moms had this fear when they brought home their second child, but I was afraid that Ryan wouldn't want to be here anymore because of his new baby brother. Ryan absolutely broke my heart on Sunday when he came home from am-ma, papa, Bernies house. He stood at the door and cried hysterically for about a half an hour. Everytime I thought I had him settled down, Aaron would make a noise and it started all over again. Daddy seemed to think it was funny, but mommy's heart was breaking. Ok, so I'm probably just extra hormonal, but at one point I cried right along with him! He did something similar on Tues when he came home from school, but it wasn't quite as bad, it was more of a "I want to be outside" tantrum, which I can handle :) Here's a picture of him holding onto his coat and hood for dear life!


Aunt Jill also made a suprise visit home to see the family! It worked out well having her here because she was able to spend lots of time with Ryan and help in the transition. She even came over one day so I could take a nap! It was wonderful! Thanks Aunt Jill! Here's a picture of her holding her newest nephew.



On Monday, Nov. 17th, Aaron had a MD appt to meet his new MD. He weighed in at 8 lbs 14 oz which means he would have gained 13 oz in 3 days! His MD made us weigh him again because she didn't believe it! She still thinks that their scale was off, but I'm not so sure...he is a piggy just like his brother and will probably gain weight very quickly! Otherwise he is healthy and has "good coloring" for a newborn. We go back next week for a 2 week check-up and Ryan will have a 3 yr check-up at the same time...that ought to be a fun trip! I'll have to call in the reinforcements for help on that one!

Aaron's First Bath!

Even though we had a big day coming home, Aaron still needed a bath to keep his long hippie locks under control! Here are a couple of pictures from this momentous occasion. (It is a sponge bath as instructed!) If you look closely in the second picture, you'll even get to see the mustard color surprise he gave us!

Going home day!

Friday was going home day! Today Aaron weighed 8 lbs 1 oz but is eating well so we aren't worried that he's lost a little weight. He was also a little on the yellow side, but his test came back ok! We go to the MD on Monday and see how he is thriving at home!

It was an uneventful trip which was good! I was discharged late in the morning, but we had to wait on Aaron to be discharged which wasn't until the middle of the afternoon...talk about frustrating! Anyway, while we waited, Ry helped to get his baby brother ready to go.


Aaron showing that he does cry and Ry coming to the rescue!

A full length picture of the new baby! His outfit is a little big, but I'm sure not for long!

Ryan giving Aaron a hug once we were home

Ryan giving his baby brother a kiss

Mom enjoying her gift from daddy!

Aaron's Big arrival!

Hello everyone! I just wanted to let you know that I am still alive and well! It's been pretty hectic around here trying to adjust to our new lifestyle. Here's a quick summary of what happened in the hospital.

I was induced at 7:00 am, MD broke my water at 7:30 am, I was 5 cm dilated at 9:45 am and had Aaron at 10:53 am. Soo for those of you who need help, that means I dilated another 5 cm, pushed for 15 minutes, and had Aaron all within an hour and 10 minutes. Let's just say it was a little intense and I don't think Paul knew what to think! Luckily he is healthy and w/o problems! Day one was a very quiet one and Paul has posted lots of pictures already.

Day 2 was eventful also with lots of visitors who brought lots of cool gifts! Our thanks to all of them for thinking of us!

We also thank everyone for the phone calls, texts, and cards of congratulations! They are all very appreciated!

Mommy, Aaron, and Ryan on Day 2

Aaron with his eyes open finally!

Grandma Jane holding the new baby!

More Aaron Pics!

Guest Blogger: Daddy!

Aaron Day 2: Mommy & new son are in good spirits, well at least Mommy is, Aaron is asleep almost the whole time, so we assume he is pretty happy! Aaron had a circumcision today, so maybe he wasn't happy all day after all. Everything looks good for a welcome home for Aaron on Friday, and it looks like we will be getting a surprise vistor this weekend...Aunt Jill will be coming home!

So I know the people that come on here aren't looking for witty banter from me, you want pictures of the new baby, right? Well... I left the camera at the hospital so you will have to wait for new pictures from today, sorry! I will post more pictures I took on the Aaron's first day, featuring Grand-parents!

Aaron James Sadler is Here!

Guest Blogger: Daddy!
What a wonderful and long day it's been! Kim and I welcomed Aaron James Sadler into our family (so now it is truly Sadler BOYS) this morning at 10:53 am. He weighed 8 lbs. 4 oz. and was 20 inches long. Kim is REALLY glad to have been induced, but I'll save the details for her to fill in when she returns to her blogging duty;-) For now, it is past 10:00pm, and I have a very awake Ryan - and I know I have some pics and videos to post, so let's get to it!

This is a picture of a very alert Aaron at the ripe old age of about 20 minutes! He has been very quiet, with only 2 short cries in his first hour, and I'm not sure he cried the rest of the day! Let's see if he keeps that trend going for the next few years.

This is not my favorite picture, but Kim requested a "hair" picture to show off his hippy-blonde locks!


This is a picture of Big Brother Ryan getting to know Little 'bro Aaron. Check out the 1st meeting of the two Sadler Boys in a video just below!

Our first family picture of 4!

Here is a video of big brother Ryan meeting his "Baby Brother" Aaron for the first time!

Many more pics and videos to come, but I'm ready for bed! Thanks and love to all!

Tomorrow is the BIG day!

Just wanted to let everyone know that I will be induced tomorrow at 6 am. That is November 12th. I have a variety of emotions at this time-nervousness, apprehension, excitement, and tiredness just thinking about it!

We will update the site as soon as we can w/ pictures of the new addition! Paul still has me not sharing the name, but rest assured he will be named and it will NOT be a superstar/basketball/football name!

Until next time when we will officially be a family of four!

Ryan spinning

Ry does this crazy thing with his eyes when he spins around in circles. It almost looks as if he is trying to see behind him. Here is a video of him being silly, notice his eyes as he gets going....we think it is hilarious!

Happy Halloween!

Trick or Treat was really fun for Ryan this year. He actually kinda had the concept of what it was all about. He got to dress up as Spongebob and go around our subdivision with some other kids. He was fun to watch as he ran after the other kids from house to house. Even when the other kids quit, Ryan and his daddy hit up the rest of the houses! Whenever anyone asks him if he dressed up as Spongebob for Halloween, he just yells CANDY!!! Fortunately, he doesn't even like candy (except for suckers, which no one handed out) so there is a lot of chocolate for mommy and daddy to eat! This may make mom end up gaining as much weight w/ this baby as she did for Ryan...and she was doing sooo well!

Per Paul's request, we did take pictures of my belly and you will see them here. Please no comments about the ugly stretch marks! Hope you all had a wonderful Halloween and we will try to post a video at a later date of the trick or treat!






Ry in his costume...we had a hard time convincing him not to take his Spongebob w/ him :)


Ry and daddy just before they left!


Mommy and baby?

Mommy following orders to show my "real" belly


Ry giving his baby brother a kiss