Newborn Photos and Maternity Pictures

All photo credit goes to Pink Shutter Photography in Orange Park, FL. She offered an incredible special that allowed us to afford both a maternity and a newborn session. Enjoy the photos!

Bath Time

Being first time parents, we weren't sure what the bathing schedule should be. Proor to his cord falling off, Owen got regular sponge baths. He received his first full bath July 18.

He was pretty tolerant.

The towel was one of his favorite parts.

How adorable is Owen in a robe and booties?

His second bath was July 21. He wasn't nearly as happy about it. 

We got busy and need to work on our scheduling and priorities better, but he had his next bath tonight. This time Mommy washed him (Daddy had duty the first two times.) He didn't cry once, so it was a success! 

It also knocked him out for awhile. 

A sleeping baby means we get sleep. Sweet dreams to all!

Photo Fun Part 2 - Grandparents Visit

Owen already holds his bottles. 

The little Captain sleeps.

The scholarly sailor.

His foot won't always fit in Mommy's hand.

Snuggles with Grandma.

Bonding with Grandpa.

I absolutely adore this outfit. And he makes it look even better!

When they won't sleep, desperate measures are taken.

Yes he is.

Too cool for school.

Learning about tummy time. 

Waiting for Grandma to send the actual phpto, but our little family. (The dogs said no to completing the family photo.)

They are always ready to protect Owen, though. 

Grandma tried to take him home with her. 

Photo Fun

Here are some pictures from pre-birth to the first few days at home. More will come later. 

Dad and I compared bumps when he came for a visit in late June.

My first real time holding Owen. I don't count the drugged recovery room time because I barely remember it. 

Owen in his going home outfit. Turns out Gerber outfits are horribly sized. The onesie at 0-3 month size was a perfect fit on newborn Owen. The pants were huge. I bought the outfit in 2 sizes and at 3 weeks old he wears the 3-6 month size onesie with the 0-3 month pants. 

The Caden Project presented Owen a Build-A-Dog for his bravery in the NICU. If you haven't heard of the organization, please look it up on Facebook. It is a fabulous nonprofit. 

Love at first sight. Daddy was either holding or looking at Owen non-stop at the hospital. 

First time in his crib (just for a picture. We know not to surround him in stuffed animals to sleep.)

Our precious son. 

First doctor visit. 

Mona loves her little brother. She guards him well. 

Avery mothers Owen. She wakes us up if he fusses and sits close by for diaper changes.