Charlotte - Week 1

Charlotte Mackay was born on Wednesday, September 15th at 8:03am. She weighed in at 7lbs, 14 oz and was 20 inches long. She looks exactly like Doug and very similar to Ruby when she was born. The whole c-section process went so smoothly and we couldn't be happier with the hospital and staff. A really great experience over all. I'm recovering MUCH quicker with this c-section than I did with Ruby and am feeling pretty great one week out.

Auntie Em came and stayed with Ruby while we were in the hospital and it was a life-saver. Ruby was so excited to spend time with Em and it just put Doug and I at so much ease to know Ruby was being so well taken care of. Thank you Auntie Em, we love you and appreciate you so much.

Charlotte is one chill baby. She is laid back and content, a great eater and marathon sleeper! I guess she knew she had to be the calm one with big sister Ruby already here to runs the show. We are so in love with Charlotte already and are cherishing every moment of her being this small.

The first couple of days back home were a bit challenging with Ruby but the past couple of days have really been great. Rubes is a great big sister and always wants to hold and cuddle and kiss her baby sister. She's always right there to pass me the wipes and diapers or go get me the burp cloth or give Charlotte a pacifier, if she wants it or not :). She really is doing great. Today was my first day home alone with both of the girls and it went really well. I'm finding it amazing what I can do while breast-feeding, like give Ruby a bath. :)

We can't wait to see what Charlotte's personality is going to be like but so far she seems like a "go with the flow" kind of gal. She's very sweet and just loves watching the mobile on her pack 'n play. We can't wait to watch you grow Charlotte! xoxo

Welcome to the world, baby girl!

Proud Mommy and Daddy.

So small and sweet.

You forget how small they are until you see them with their Daddies.

Cuddles with Mommy.

Ruby and Charlotte meet.

Love at first sight.

"Daddy, give her back - she's MINE!"

Sisters.

Melts my heart.

A proud and very loved Auntie Em.

Sorry babe, had to add this. Doug just HAD to try out my leg compressions.
Hehe.

Sneaking a last cuddle before we head home.

Rubes is excited to FINALLY bring baby sister home!

Can we go yet?

Chilling out with Charlie.

Watching her mobile.

Ruby likes to hold Charlotte. A lot.

So tiny.