Introducing Broderick Anthony Albini

We are so happy to announce the arrival of our son!

Broderick Anthony Albini

November 20, 2012 at 4:50pm

8lbs. 3 oz. and 21 inches long

We have been enjoying our son and learning the ropes as parents. We are in love with him--knowing just how blessed we are with a healthy baby. 

The blog has been quiet lately but I'm hoping to have his birth story up within the week and also have a post dedicated to my mom--I didn't know how much my appreciation for her would grow after having my own baby. She was here for 10 days and we all miss Nana already!

Thank you for all of the support and prayers. And a HUGE thank you to our friend, Eddie Wilson, for being there to document our baby's birth.

39 weeks

Well, I have to be honest, I didn't think I'd be pregnant anymore at this point. However, I feel like every day that passes I am learning that His timing truly is just perfect. Every day that I get to spend with just Travis has been amazing. We have been truly enjoying every day that it is just the two of us. This morning we went to breakfast before he went to work. We are both excited for labor to start and I feel pretty good physically--just anxious to meet our son!

(These photos were taken at 39 weeks and 6 days--I was in labor. Travis took these in between contractions while we were laboring at home.I wrote this post earlier that afternoon before knowing I was in labor. Kinda fun to look back and read what I was thinking.)

Weeks:39

Weight gain: Lost a pound this past week. I think it is from all the walking & yoga ball bouncing.

Baby's size: No idea. Could be 9 pounds...could be 7 pounds.

Maternity clothes: Yes. I wore Yoga pants to a Thanksgiving dinner at a friend's house this past weekend. Whatev.

Changes: At our appt. on Friday I was still 2 cm dilated but now 50% effaced! Baby's head had moved down a bit. I was pretty excited about being effaced and I'll take the progress without labor pains! Also, I got my membranes stripped this morning. (Separating the amniotic sac from the uterus.) It is a more natural way to induce labor but it isn't a given. Doctor says there is about a 1 in 3 chance it will put me into labor within the next two days. We shall see! I walked around our neighborhood for 1.5 hours this morning after the procedure--doctor's orders.

Food cravings: Sandwiches and I've been eating lots of Cuties.

Food aversions: Not feeling like burgers again.

Best moment this week: Getting more time enjoying our now-lifestyle:)

Worst moment this week: Thinking I was going into labor on Saturday night and not. Been having contractions but they fade. However, they are doing something(getting me effaced), so that's good!

Missing anything: Not really

Looking forward to: Meeting our baby!!

Five on Friday

Happy Friday everyone! Yes, I'm still cookin' this little boy. Trying to enjoy it and enjoy the time with Travis before our lives are totally different. Travis texted me this morning "Looks like it is HOT date Friday night if baby doesn't come!" Now I don't want to go into labor til tomorrow:)

One.

Travis and I spent the day in Sacramento on Monday. It was a lot of fun! We walked around the Galleria and then got coffee with some friends and their little boy. Then we went to Sushi with more great friends! Sushi is one thing I've always loved. Now I only get the cooked stuff but once this baby comes out--Philadelphia rolls here I come!! Our 3 day weekend ended on a great note!

Two.

You HAVE to check out my sister in law's new Etsy shop "Bundle Up Buddy". She is making infinity scarves for infants and toddlers. Plus there are more goodies! If we were having a little girl, I'd be taking out a loan so we could have a scarf for her in every color! This would be a perfect Christmas gift!

Three.

Travis treated me to Cold Stone again this week. It has been a craving of mine. We go on Wednesday nights when it is 2 for $5. It is a small size but really, it is just perfect! Just enough to fulfill the craving without making you feel guilty:)

Four.

I finished editing our last Photography Session of the year. Very bittersweet for me. But, I got to end with a great family and I feel truly blessed that I got to work with so many wonderful people this past year. I learned a lot and look forward to getting behind the lens of my camera in Spring time! Of course the camera will still always be out since we will have a new, cute, little subject to focus on:)

Five.

I'm so thankful that I've been able to meet Travis for lunch so often. It makes both of our days go by so much faster. Either I'll bring us lunch, we'll grab something quick together or we will both eat beforehand. Then we get to go to Starbucks and share a drink. It is definitely a treat. Everything we do these days feels like a date--knowing it won't be as easy or frequent with a baby.

Instagram--mrsdla
Oh, and if you are wondering about the facial hair--it will be off when the baby is born. Those are the rules:) Plus he has to do a duck face when he kisses me because that scruff hurts!

Happy Friday and thanks for following! I hope you have a great weekend. 

Chico, CA Family Photographer:: Davids Family

What a complete joy it is to look through photos and see smiles on cute, little faces! The Davids family is full of cuteness. 

These girls are great sisters to each other and their younger brother. The oldest is the protective leader of the group. The younger sister is super giggly and not afraid to scrape a knee. Their brother--well, he is the apple of their eye. He points to stuff, they get it for him. If he wants something and they can reach it for him--it is his! I love seeing these kids grow up and we enjoy their family so much!

Enjoy a few photos from their Family session. It is hard to narrow it down so know that there are lots more for me to smile over:)

 Kisses for Daddy are so sweet!

 That vest!

 She is the spunky one who has stolen my heart! Love these little ones...

The older sister who, as you can see, is not comfortable in front of the camera whatsoever!;)

They were giggling while sitting on this fence--I just love sisters!

 Once we introduced throwing leaves in the air, it didn't stop!:)

Jeff and Kristi looking as young and in love as ever!

 I'll end with this fun--the girls decided to throw leaves on mommy and daddy during their photos! 

Thank you so much, Davids family! 

Oh, and Kristi is a very talented seamstress. She made the girl's dresses for these photos and you should see the stash in their dress-up boxes! Lucky girls!