Dayton’s First Months (9/1 – present day)

7/27/2012

Dayton had his first professional photo shoot with mommy and daddy. To keep his little frame warm, we used a heating pad underneath the white, fluffy blanket. Along with a warm bottle and lots of hugs and kisses, we were able to get great shots. Here’s the highlights that will soon be framed.

8/12/2012

We decided to introduce Dayton to his crib. Here’s how well it went.

8/21/2012

Dayton had his long awaited inguinal hernia repair surgery at Children’s Hospital. We checked in at 6:30 a.m. and the surgery began at 7:30 a.m. It was one of the longest hours of our lives, but  by 8:30 a.m. we were able to see him in the recovery room. We learned from the surgeon that  not only did he have 2 hernias, but his appendix had also slipped out of place. With that all being repaired, along with a circumcision, Dayton was treated with infant Tylenol. For the most part, it kept his pain at a minimum. For the next few days he was fussy and gladly his feedings increase significantly. He went from taking 50 ml to 80 ml per feeding. Our little man is eager to grow.

8/25/2012

Dayton received this wonderful, personalized frame from our good friend Ann Daul. If you like her work, go to www.anndsart.etsy.com to see more or request your custom order.

8/30/2012

Dayton’s follow up appointment for his repair surgery went great! Everything is healing nicely.

9/1/2012

Wow! It’s been crazy. I remember when everyone was telling me how tired Laura and I would be when we brought Dayton home. We didn’t understand. Now we do.

9/7/2012

Dayton

9/8/2012
Dayton, in the good

9/10/12

Dayton doesn’t sleep. We’re trying to teach him how. What he is doing is eating VERY well. He’s 7 lbs. 8 oz. and 20.25 inches.

9/18/12

Dayton LOVES his Giraffe knit hat from Josie Pyng. Thank you SO much. It’s really the cutest thing we’ve ever seen :)

10/02/2012

Dayton and Daddy had their photo shoot in the back yard.

10/07/2012

Dayton goes to the Elegant Farmer in the Mini Cooper. He went on a hay-ride and pick out his first pumpkin.

10/8/10

Dayton had his 2 month check up. He weighed in at 9.5 lbs and is 21.5 inches long. We packed up all his premie clothing because he’s rocking the newborn size. During tummy time, he can lift his head up and look around for about 10 seconds. The little boy is getting stronger every day.

10/15

Dayton started wheezing on Saturday night (10/13/12) so we took him to Dr. Sawall first thing Monday morning. He was diagnosed with croup. Since then we have been keeping him comfortable with a humidifier and steam bath sessions. These symptoms should be better in 5-6 days. Please keep him in your prayers.

10/20/12

Dayton is doing much better. No more wheezing sounds! Praise be to God. Thank you for all your prayers.

10/29/12

Dayton is ready to celebrate daddy’s 32nd birthday! We made him breakfast in bed and a homemade card with his hand prints. Daddy LOVED it! Then we took a field trip to the Milwaukee Domes. Thank goodness there was less than 10 people visiting when we were. Here’s the highlights.

10/31/12

Happy Halloween!

11/13/12

Mommy bought a new camera, Nikon D800. She couldn’t help but photograph me right away. Forgive my attire, I just woke up!

11/19/12

Christmas card photo shoot time. Lights-CHECK, garland-CHECK, and a sweet ear flap cap-CHECK! Let’s shoot!!

11/20/12

Dayton was approved by our health insurance for 5 doses of synagis. Each dose can range from $2,000-$7,000. Synagis is a medicine used to help an RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus) infection from becoming severe. Each year, many children less than 1 year old spend time in the hospital due to RSV and it can be deadly for premies. Waukesha Memorial Hospital let Dirk and I know, last year they lost two premature children due to this virus. Each dose is injected at the doctor’s clinic and is good for 30 days. Dayton had his first injection today. He took it like a champ!

12/3/12

During tummy time today, Dayton rolled over for the first time with both mommy and daddy present!!!

12/25/12

Merry Christmas!

1/5/13

Dayton started cutting his lower teeth. Check it out! And yes, we like to drool!

1/16/13

Oh Boy! Dayton learned how to stick out his tongue. Thanks Daddy…..

2/2/13

Dayton’s a big boy. Time for rice cereal.

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2/14/13

Happy Valentines Day!

XOXO Dayton

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Comments

19 responses to “Dayton’s First Months (9/1 – present day)”

  1. Nana Robertson Avatar
    Nana Robertson

    You need to update! How about 1 year old pictures!

  2. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Wow. I AM cute! Thanks for posting my new pictures :=)

  3. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Hey, Mom. I’ll be 9 months old on Sunday. Let’s show my fan club how cute I am now.

    Pleeeeeeeeeeease :=)

  4. jason Avatar
    jason

    thanks for posting i must have got somthing in my eye *snif

  5. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Thanks much for the new pics. Precious …

  6. Mom Avatar
    Mom

    More pictures please!

  7. Dena Avatar
    Dena

    He is SO beautiful and precious! Such a sweet, angelic face. Wishing you all continued blessings!

  8. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Great new pics! I love the look on his face in the Halloween one :=) Beautiful boy.

  9. Keri Engelking Avatar
    Keri Engelking

    The pictures are too precious. Keep growing little Dayton! You are such a wonderful blessing. PS… we will have a friend for you to play with next year!

  10. Dena LeMere Avatar
    Dena LeMere

    What a beautiful, precious, sweet boy! How wonderful to see these pictures and share your joy. I think of you often, Laura, and send you all warm wishes for this special time together. Wishing you continued blessings. Hugs!

  11. Heidi Avatar
    Heidi

    He’s adorable!!! I love the photos!

  12. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Thanks, Laura and Dirk, for posting some new photos. Dayton is beautiful :=)

  13. Grandma Avatar
    Grandma

    I want to just hold him and kiss him…sure miss that boy!!

  14. Claire Avatar
    Claire

    Dear Dad,

    My fans are wondering how big I am now. Can you please post some new photos?

    Love, Dayton

  15. Amy Dickson Avatar
    Amy Dickson

    You mean the all consuming, so tired you feel like you could vomit? Its ugly but only temporary, if Randy could make it through it at 46 years old you guys will too :) You are probably doing this already, but we took turns getting up at night and that seemed to help. Hang in there, before you know you will be trading sleepless nights for a sassy mouth. We are excited to meet the little guy sometime
    Randy Amy and Claire

    1. Dirk Watkins Avatar

      I’ll welcome some sassy mouth. At least we’d know what the heck he wanted so we could deny it appropriately.

  16. Mom Avatar
    Mom

    Sometimes you just have to rest and let the dishes wait…
    Love~
    Mom

    1. Dirk Watkins Avatar

      Thank God for dishwashers.

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