November 2007

Whew! What a busy month it has been. I'll be uploading photos on a monthly basis, so that I can keep up with it all.
Evan turned three months old on Sunday. We've seen lots of progress with him. He coos alot, laughs like a big boy, watches elmo's world on sesame street, grasps objects, is better at tummy time, and has now rolled over.
This month we went with Evan to Orlando for the day to see our cousin Mauricio who lives in Spain. We got to see great grandma Ceilie in New Port Richie, and to Sarasota for my cousin Aidan's baptism.
Last week we spent Evan's first Thanksgiving in Ellijay, Georgia. Matt and I were invited to the Sister Hazel concert by his boss and his wife. We even got to go backstage and meet all the guys. It was a fun night. Thank you Mima for watching our Evan.
Next week Evan will get to meet Santa!
Enjoy the photos...

Our Little Man is Two Months Old

We've been suprisingly busy here. Evan and I have been going to many outings with other mommies and babies. Matt and I were able to take Evan to his two month appointment last friday. Everything looks great. He weighs 11 lbs. and 7 oz. and is 23 1/4 in. in length. He is sleeping much better too. He goes from his last feeding at 10 P.M. till 4 A.M. and then we wake up at 7 A.M.
The best part of these last couple of weeks has been his cooing and laughing. His laugh is still really faint, but it's there. I can't wait to hear it full strength.
Matt and I took Evan to his first Butterflyfest here in Gainesville. There were so many beautiful butterflies. Evan will just have to take our word because he was asleep through the whole thing.
Halloween was so much fun. Grandma(Mima), Mommy(Mami), and Daddy(Papi) took Evan to the Santa Fe Community College's Boo at the Zoo, then we came home to hand out candy. Mark and Wendy brought Aidan to the house too, so that the cousins could spend their first Halloween together. We took a ton of photos of the babies in their Halloween costumes. They were the cutest!

Evan in black & white

Evan and I had a fun tummy time yesterday in his nursery. I took so many pictures of him. Every day I discover a new expression. Here are some of the best photos I took.

Big week

This has been a big week for Evan and I. In the beginning of the week we attended our first postpartum luncheon at the hospital. It was great to meet other mommies and their babies. We enjoyed a speaker and free food! Evan was very well behaved. After the luncheon we met with the lacation consultant. Evan and I did a timed feeding to see how much he is getting in a feeding. At the beginning of the feeding he weighed 10.10 lbs. and at the end of the feeding (seven minutes) he weighed 10.12 lbs. Needless to say, he's getting the nourishment he needs. Evan likes to chug his milk since I produce an over abundance of milk!
Later in the week Evan and I attended our first "Alachua County Moms" function. It was a morning stroller walk at the park. We had a good time and got to meet more mommies and their babies. Evan and I are enjoying doing activities together.
Last week Matthew signed a contract to work with a dentist in a private practice in Gainesville. They are very excited about having Matt on board. He starts full time in November!
Here's the slide show of our week...

The last few weeks

So in the last few weeks we've notice a lot of changes in Evan. First of all, he's losing his beautiful head of hair that he came into the world with. Second, he seems very, very aware and awake. He likes to play with his mommy by trying to catch her kisses with his hands. He is also eating a lot more, which explains why he's grown so much. He now weighs over 9 lbs! We are enjoying all of his changes, but also realize how quickly he changes. We've got to enjoy each moment with him.

Bath time with Daddy

Matt has become a pro at giving Evan a bath. Evan's bath's are nightly now, and he seems to enjoy them. He just hangs out in the hammock, enjoying the warm waters of his tub.

Our first photo session

We have our first photo session with Sheli Derato on September 6th. Evan was just under two weeks old for his newborn photos. Evan was awake for almost the entire shoot, so the sleeping shots were rare.

Evan's first 10 days

I've finally been able to steal away for a couple of minutes to create a new slide show of images from Evan's first week of life at home.
Right now Evan enjoys eating and sleeping. He loves to be cuddled by Daddy to sleep after his night time diaper changes.
Getting used to a baby at home took a bit of adjusting the first couple of days, but we are getting the hang of it.
Enjoy the show...

Welcome to the World little one!

It's official...we are now parents of Evan Joseph Ticola. He arrived on Saturday August 25, 2007 at 11:24 P.M., and he weighed 7.6 lbs. and was 20 1/4 inches long. The birth was a beautiful experience that was shared with by Grandma and Grandpa Gutierrez who watched their first grandchild come into the world.
We are adapting to life with a newborn, but with team work we'll get through it! Matthew and I wanted to thank all of our family and friends for all of your love and support during our pregnancy, and for your overwhelming excitement over our son's birth! We can't wait to make our new memories with Evan.
Check out the web nursery photo from the hospital. Just click the hospital link on the right and scroll down to web nursery to search for Evan.

Gabrielle Elizabeth Koagel's baptism July 7, 2007

Matthew and I are so honored to be Gabrielle's Godparents. We love her so much, and we can't wait to share in her future.

Matthew Gets the Nursery Ready...without too much trouble!

The nursery completion was a goal that we had. We wanted it to be complete by the final day in June, and we did it! Actually, Matt did all the work.
He had fun posing for the pictures. He loves to be a goofball, which I am sure Evan will enjoy. Hope you like the nursery we've created!

Week 31 Ending

Matthew and I can't believe that July is here already! Matthew worked hard to finish setting up the nursery before the end of the month. He installed chair rail and painted the room. The furniture is in (thank you to my parents!), and we love it. We are almost finished with all the decorative touches. We'll upload some photos of it sometime this week. We would love to have visitors come see the hard work Matthew's put into the nursery.
As for my health I have been feeling heavy and uncomfortable! Not too much longer.

Maternity Photo Shoot

Atlanta Baby Shower

We just got back from a weekend of fun with family in Atlanta. Matthew and I were overwhelmed with joy from the love and attention that everyone put into the weekend. The weekend began with a bbq at our Aunt Elina & Uncle Noel's home on Friday night. All the kids were there, and they were most excited to feel Evan in my belly. It was so touching (literally)! It was also a fun time to sit back and enjoy the yummy food prepared with love.
The next morning was the baby shower at Tea & Time Tea House in Woodstock, GA. It was a beautiful location, and the food was to die for. We received so many generous gifts from everyone. All we need now is some little things, and the stroller.
That evening we all (even the kids) went to dinner at Palomilla's a Cuban restaurant. Matt and I got an education in what it means to dine with children! Whew...the weekend was such a special treat. Everyone is looking forward to meeting Evan during Thanksgiving in Ellijay, GA. We can't wait to share him with everyone. Thank you to all of our family who attended (even Aunt Wendy & Uncle Mark) the festivities this past weekend. We love you!

4D Ultrasound at 29 Weeks

Today we had the second 4D ultrasound, and Evan was much more cooperative than last week. I made sure I drank a caramel frappucino before the ultrasound to make sure he was going to move around enough to get a good look.
My parents were able to join Matt and I, and everyone seems to think he looks more like his mommy right now, but I see aspects of Matt too.
Evan is no longer in breech position, so he's facing downward!
Enjoy the show.