2 weeks old

It is hard to believe that Gavin is 2 weeks old already! We were in to the Drs. yesterday for his 2 week check up and everything looks great. We came out of the appointment seeing %tiles that we've never seen before. That is to say, Caylin was and is a little thing... never getting above the 9th %tile in weight and I think maybe getting close to the 20's in height. Here are Gavin's 2 week stats:

Weight: 8lbs 7 oz (71st %tile)
Length: 20 3/4 in (85th %tile)
Head Circ: 35.6 cm (46th %tile)

So far he has proven to be a pretty easy going baby. He's been averaging 3.5 to 4 hrs sleeping at night between feedings. And, he really only cries when he is hungry. This is a good thing for Caylin because she becomes quite concerned when he does cry. On day he started to cry while she was "going potty" and she looked at Tim and said, "Dede Duder cry, he's calling me..." Yes, she is still calling him baby brother, though she is starting to add Gavin to it.

How is Caylin adjusting to the new addition, you ask? Fairly well! She definitely seeks our attention more than she used to, but she also seems to really enjoy spending time with Gavin and will try to help with him in any way she can. All she has to do is hear the words "can you help...." and she is right there and willing to do so.

Shortly after we came home from the hospital I pulled up Caylin's newborn pictures. It was obvious to me after Gavin was born that the two definitely looked alike in many ways. However, after I pulled up the pictures, I was able to see even more similarities (and differences)... One of these days I'll have to post some comparison pictures. But, for now this update will have to do.

BB2 is here! (and officially has a name)

After a quick and relatively smooth labor and delivery, Gavin Michael Brown entered the world, this morning, Wednesday, November 4th at 2:53am. He weighed in at 8 pounds 2 ounces and 19 1/2 inches long. Everyone is doing great and we could be going home as early as tomorrow afternoon. Wanted to get some picture out there for everyone to see:

Moments old

Time with Daddy

Baby Burrito Gavin

Sleepy Baby Boy

We look forward to showing little Gavin off to our family and friends, as we are unable to have visitors at the hospital due to their H1N1 policies. We feel so blessed to have two beautiful and healthy children! Thanks to everyone for the support and words of encouragement throughout this pregnancy and even just today as the news is getting around.

We are... Trick-or-Treatin'

Early on we knew this Halloween was going to be totally up in the air for the Brown Family. We didn't know if we would be home or in the hospital, a family of 3 or of 4 (plus Abbie either way, of course), and if we were home, how many Halloween activities we'd be able and willing to be involved in. So, when Gma Flo gave Caylin a Cutie Pa Tutti Penn State cheerleader outfit back in Septemeber, we know it would make the perfect Halloween costume if/when needed as well. And, perfect it was. Not only did is serve as her costume for a trick-or-treat trip to the mall (we didn't go out in the neighborhood because it was raining), it transitioned right into the Penn State game cheer attire.

Trick-or-treating Penn State Cheerleader Caylin

Penn State football game Cheering Caylin

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And cheer she does. she like to yell, "get um, get um" when the games on. She will also give a great "Tennnnnnn Tate" response when anyone says, "We are..." I totally plan to get that on video, but haven't gotten a good version of it yet, to share.

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Hope everyone had a good and safe Halloween!

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We are still EAGERLY awaiting the arrival of BB2. His offical due date is this Thursday (11/5). If he hasn't made his grand enterance into the world by then, we will be scheduling his "eviction" (I mean induction) shortly after. So, it won't be long before you will be reading more and more about the newest member of the Brown family!