I write this entry on my laptop as Leo hollers inconsolably in bed with Claire and I. The day before yesterday, he started to exhibit a bit of baboon bum. As my previous posting indicated, our boy has considerable throughput, and the frequent diaper changing has begun to take its toll. The baby book says [...]
Parenthood, quantified
As part of Leo’s initial healthcare, our midwife asked us to keep a log of his -ahem- void and stool to ensure that he’s getting enough to eat. The resulting chart has shown that indeed, our little boy has inherited his parents’ healthy appetite. It also provides an interesting insight into our lives lately: June [...]
The many faces of Leo
A proud new father goes nuts with the digital camera. Click here for more. (On a side note, Leo is pictured above modeling a camouflage umbilical cord hat by Libs. I think she could make a mint with these.)
Something the parenting books missed
When you change a baby’s diaper, he does not tend to stay still. No surprise there. But what I didn’t anticipate was the random piston motion of Leo’s legs once you remove the poo-loaded diaper. If you’re not quick about catching them, he will repeatedly squish his heels into his diaper’s contents. Which, of course, [...]
Meet Leo
He’s here! At just before 8pm EDT on Tuesday, June 16th, Claire gave birth to our son, Leo Victor Séguin. He’s a strong, healthy, 8 lbs 14 ozs, and we’re really proud of him. Claire’s recovering nicely. I’ve been camping out in a chair in her room, learning to change Leo’s diapers while half-asleep. I [...]
It’s starting!
I have to hurry back to the hospital to join Claire, as they’re inducing labour tonight. More news in a day or two!
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