The Red Team

We have so much good news to share with you! First of all, Braden is now weighing 6 pounds, 2 ounces. He's doing well with his feedings and he is really starting to fill out. When he was born, his legs were the same width as my small thumb. Now, they're more than twice that size.

Steve and PoPo went up to the hospital to give Braden his very first bath in a baby tub. They were so excited to have this opportunity all to themselves. Braden hated the bath. He cried the whole time and even "made bubbles" in the water. He was so relieved to be back in his clothes and all curled up in his blankets.

We found out that Braden can now use a bouncy seat at the hospital! He actually doesn't have one yet, so we'll try to get him one today. I am curious to see how Braden will react to the smooth vibrations and upbeat music of those seats.

And now for the best news! Over the weekend, Braden was moved to the Red Team. That is the last team a baby is on before discharge! That tells us that he's extremely close to coming home. We are praying that his discharge will be soon. We can't wait!!!

Of course, that means the baby shower/welcome home party is right around the corner. Annie and Steve have decided to have the party at their new home in McKinney. Since Annie and Steve will barely be moving into the new house next weekend, the party will most likely be in July. We're shooting for the second weekend in July. They have set up a baby registry at Babies R Us and at Target.

Thanks for checking on Braden. We're so happy that you come by here to see how he's doing. Have a great day!

This was taken just minutes before his first bath in a baby tub.


They stripped him down for his bath. You can see how much he's grown in this photo.


Braden absolutely hated that first dip.


Once he got out of the tub, he was very cold and in a bad mood.


The nurse took some time to clean his eyes and dress him.


Once all the fuss was over, a very overwhelmed Braden laid down for a nap.


Here's Braden getting doing his afternoon prayers.


Braden loves his 3 Grandmas!