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Oliver Linden Sanchez
Have you seen the picture of the cutest baby in the world?
Now you have! Oliver Linden Sanchez was born 3/16/12, 8 pounds 10 ounces and 20 inches in length. Mom had a good labor and has been recovering well. The last month has been a blur of the same three to four hour cycle (sleep, eat, diaper, brief awake time, back to sleep) repeated over and over, all day and all night. Even though Oliver is like most babies with this cycle, we've seen some elements of what makes Oliver uniquely Oliver.
The first thing we learned about him is he is very physical and athletic. He took to breastfeeding immediately, and by his first checkup had already gained a pound over his birth weight. During his second week he started fully lifting his chest off the ground during tummy time and rolling onto his back. By his fourth week he was batting and grabbing at toys on his playmat. It seems like he'll be doing commando crawl by the time he is two months old.
Recently he has started showing us bits of personality. He loves to smile at everybody in his world, including his stuffed animals, his mom, me, our cat, the wall, the floor, etc. He is also an equal opportunity cuddler, happy to fall asleep on the chest of whoever is visiting him. He can hypnotize people with a Don Juan stare that is almost inappropriate for a baby.
I love this little guy so much that it hurts when I have to leave for work in the morning. We've got a baby app where we log feeds, sleeps, and diapers, and I confess to checking it every hour on the hour when I'm at my desk. I really like my job, but these days by the time 6 pm rolls around my skin is crawling with the desire to get home and play with my new partner in crime.
So this blog will probably turn into the Oliver show. It's really unavoidable, but can you complain when I will be showing you pictures like this?
Now you have! Oliver Linden Sanchez was born 3/16/12, 8 pounds 10 ounces and 20 inches in length. Mom had a good labor and has been recovering well. The last month has been a blur of the same three to four hour cycle (sleep, eat, diaper, brief awake time, back to sleep) repeated over and over, all day and all night. Even though Oliver is like most babies with this cycle, we've seen some elements of what makes Oliver uniquely Oliver.
The first thing we learned about him is he is very physical and athletic. He took to breastfeeding immediately, and by his first checkup had already gained a pound over his birth weight. During his second week he started fully lifting his chest off the ground during tummy time and rolling onto his back. By his fourth week he was batting and grabbing at toys on his playmat. It seems like he'll be doing commando crawl by the time he is two months old.
Recently he has started showing us bits of personality. He loves to smile at everybody in his world, including his stuffed animals, his mom, me, our cat, the wall, the floor, etc. He is also an equal opportunity cuddler, happy to fall asleep on the chest of whoever is visiting him. He can hypnotize people with a Don Juan stare that is almost inappropriate for a baby.
I love this little guy so much that it hurts when I have to leave for work in the morning. We've got a baby app where we log feeds, sleeps, and diapers, and I confess to checking it every hour on the hour when I'm at my desk. I really like my job, but these days by the time 6 pm rolls around my skin is crawling with the desire to get home and play with my new partner in crime.
So this blog will probably turn into the Oliver show. It's really unavoidable, but can you complain when I will be showing you pictures like this?
Surprised Kitty
Super cuteness!
Motherfucking Bike
Motherfucking Bike is a Facebook Like. Check out this hilarious video.
Like Cats and Dogs
These snuggly critters are squashing beef and doing their part for world peace.
Thanks to my sister for passing along the URL.
Handsome Sanchez
Parental hyperbole aside, isn't this kid fucking handsome? Mr. Handsome Sanchez. I think he's already getting digits in the womb.
Speaking of the womb, it's getting close to time for you to leave the belly fortress, baby boy. You're already 8 pounds and 12 ounces, and I fear for mommy's pelvis. We thought you were coming earlier this week, but you've been faking us out. We're really anxious and excited to meet you!
Parched
Love those crazy kitties!
Pick a Dick
Freud at work.
Wonderdog
I challenge readers of this article not to tear up just a little bit.
Ice Cube's Good Day
I salute this blogger for his awesome deductive skillz.
http://murkavenue.tumblr.com/post/16553509655/i-found-ice-cubes-good-day
Wife on TV
My wife Allison was recently featured on NYC TV. Of course I lack objectivity, but I thought it was a strong showcase of her recent photo and video work. The little guy also makes his television debut, taking in the action from his belly fortress.
http://nyc.gov/html/nycmg/nyctvod/html/home/arttrek102.html
http://nyc.gov/html/nycmg/nyctvod/html/home/arttrek102.html