One Month Old

Here are some photos from Annika's 1st month...

http://picasaweb.google.com/lizasya/AnnikaS1stMonth

Enjoy!

She's Here!

I am pleased to announce the birth of our baby girl, Annika Evelyn!

Annika was born on 12/23/07 at 4:13pm. She weighed in at 7 lbs and 1 oz and 20.5 inches long.

Labor and Delivery was a piece of cake - especially after the epidural!! I was able to get a good night of sleep before my contractions started the morning of the 23rd. Oke was a fantastic coach - he kept things lighthearted and easy. He continues to be a wonderful husband and father each and every day!

As each day passes, we continue to grow more and more as a family. Annika has already gained a pound and continues to flourish. Her big sister, Abby, is a wonderful companion and stays by my and her side during the day while Oke is at work. I couldn't have asked for a better gaurd dog!

The weather this week has been glorious - in the 60's and 70's. Oke, Annika, Abby, and I took advantage of this break from the cold and took our 1st neighborhood walk in our new jogging stroller. Yes, I felt silly 'walking' using the jogger, but maybe one day I will jog!

Thank you to everyone who has sent their well wishes and good thoughts our way - we have a beautiful and healthy baby girl and can't wait for everyone to meet her!