Important Daddy info

So I got this paper in the mail with some Similac formula and Matt and I thought that it was so funny. It said......

How To Be a Hero During Delivery.

Having a baby is a memory that you'll both share for the rest of your lives. Here's how to make sure she doesn't remember it for the wrong reasons.

No Wincing. She feels vulnerable enough during delivery and doesn't need you reacting like your watching a horror movie. Remember, it's a beautiful miracle.

It's not a roast. If she is feeling awkward, she may poke fun at herself. Don't take this as an opportunity to craft your own zingers. Tell her she looks beautiful. And stick to it.

Never say, "It's not that bad." Some "clever" dads think that underestimating her discomfort will lessen the pain of delivery. Ditch the Psych 101 tactics. She needs empathy, not therapy.

Swallow your pride. She might yell at you. She might insult you. Hey she's in pain. And she trusts you enough to vent. So take it like a man, big guy.

Careful with the camera. If you want to document the delivery, great. But leave the commentary and creative camera angles to Speilberg, Your making a baby movie, not an action movie.

We laughed at the "Never Say it's not that bad." portion. Seriously, that's some good advise.

Baby Shower

The baby shower was so much fun! It turned out so well. There were great decorations, yummy fancy food, and most of my friends and family made it. Some if my friends came that I hadn't seen in years. Here are some pictures.

Nicole and Tory. We haven't seen each other for three years!

My family... Ceryn, my mom, me, and Candice.
Lizzy, Kathy, and Teneil from Matt's side of the family.
This picture is just funny. I don't know what we were talking about but my face looks funny. :)

Linda, Andrea and Emma from Matt's side of the family.

Steph, Shellie, Sue, Carrie from my ward.

We played games.
and I opened lots and lots of presents....

Diaper changing table from Britney and Stacey.


Teneil was a great hostess.

Matt's mom and dad got us a stroller/car seat! Love it!

This next part is mostly for me. Sorry there are so many pictures.

There was a diaper drawing. To enter you had to bring some diapers. This is a great idea! My mom made this diaper cake. I wanted to take it apart to see the blankets but I just couldn't bring myself to take it apart. It's just so cute!
Hooded towels, baby wash, and rubber ducky from Carrie North. (my friend from the ward)
Cute clothes from Brian and Teneil. (My brother and sister in law)
Thermometer, burp clothes, and wipes from Tom and Carolyn Watson (Matt's mom and Dad)
It came in a cute bag with teethers attached.
Onsie, hair bands, and binky holder from Tory Miller. (my friend)
Cute outfit from Candice. (my sister in law)
Photo album, onsies, spoons, and wind chyme from Ceryn (my sister)
Swaddle and rattlers from Alecia (my friend from the ward).
Jair bands, clips, socks, tights, onsies, shirt and jeans, wipes and the Diaper Geanie from Debbie and Natalie ( My aunt and cousin).
Boppy! From Nicole Hover (my friend)
Swaddle diapers and sleeper from Shellie (my friend from the ward).
Lots of cute clothes from Stacy and Britney. (My sister in laws)
Cute flower outfit from Carrie North (my friend fron the ward)
Baby quilt from Linda (Matt's aunt)

Blanket, burp cloth, dress, and wash clothes all hand made by my mom.
Tutu's, leg warmers, and out fits all made by my mom.

Binkies, sox, pacifier wipes and diapers from Marianne. (family friend)

Blocks, lotion and Shampoo from Sue Slade (friend from the ward)

I think these are from Sue as well but if I am wrong please let me know.

Crib mattress from Kathy and Mike Bradshaw (Matt's Cousin's)

I had to get a couple of pictures of Matt putting the stroller together. It was just so dang cute!

Thank you everyone for helping us get ready for Abi! We love you!