Teddy Bear Thursday - The Tradition Continues

Teddy Bear Thursday - Week One

Katie had her one week appointment today and she is now 8 lbs 10 oz and 20 and 1/2 in long.

Austin wanted his picture with the bear also. He is 25 months old in this picture. He looks so much older to us now that we have a baby at home. It is amazing how much they change in such a short time.

Introducing Kathryn Marie

Our precious little girl, Kathryn Marie, was born Wednesday, April 21 at 1:24 pm. She weighed 9 lbs 1 oz and was 19 1/4 in long. Everything went smoothly and everyone is doing well. Here are Mom, Dad and Katie for the first time.

Austin meeting his little sister. He wasn't so sure about her. He seemed to be more interested in the elevators.

Nana and Pa with grandchild number 9.

Mom and Katie for the first time.

Dad and Katie relaxing together.

Austin and Katie having their very first heart-to-heart.

Austin holding Katie for the first time. He was so proud.

Getting ready for her first bath at home.

Austin in the Spring

Austin getting acquainted with his chocolate Easter bunny.

Hunting for eggs.

Austin in the bluebonnets.

Mr. Cool Cat in his 3-D glasses.

A New Season of Life

Today is my last day as a mother of one child. The past two years have been wonderful and I have loved every minute of my time with Austin and Dean. Being able to be home with Austin has been such a blessing and I would not change it for the world. I have enjoyed watching him grow and become his own little person. It seems like there is something new to love everyday. He has brought so much joy to our family and I cannot wait to see him as a Big Brother.

Tomorrow is a big day for the Yates family. Assuming everything goes okay, we will be welcoming our newest family member into this world. We are anxious and excited at the same time. We cannot wait to introduce our little one to you.

38 Weeks and Counting

We have two weeks until our due date, April 25th. Feeling good, but getting anxious to meet our little one.

Austin says he is ready to be a big brother. We will see how he feels about that when the baby is actually here.