The Newest Photo Op

So, Matt and Sophie's Aunt Nina spent the last week taking care of them and their extremely tired parents!

While she was here, they had their second photo shoot . . . and just wait and see how absolutely adorable they are!

I'm totally amazed at just how much they've grown over the last two weeks!

Our little babies are growing up!!

Here's the link: http://gallery.me.com/guidern#100091

Enjoy!

Two Week Update!

Sophie and Matt had their two week appointment on Friday and it went beautifully!

Matt is now 7 pounds . . . even though anyone who holds him swears that he's more like 14 pounds!! Hahaha . . . Yes! Our son is a big boy! A beautiful, healthy and big boy!

Sophie gained one pound and is now 5 pounds 12 ounces! She may still be tiny, but she's growing beautifully!

Their pediatrician said that they are developing beautifully and that they don't resemble preemies at all! She was impressed by their ability to communicate, beyond what you would expect a 4 week premature baby to do. She was especially blown away by Sophie's expressive personality.

Their next appointment is at 2 months, when the yucky immunizations begin!

We'll keep you posted!

And here come the pictures . . .

Here are pictures of Sophie and Matt's first days: http://gallery.me.com/guidern#100083

Their auntie Nina has been a little camera happy, so there are plenty for you to enjoy!

We'll be sure to post more as they come.

Enjoy!!

They're Here!!!!

Just in case you haven't already heard . . . which I find hard to believe . . . Matt and Sophie have arrived!

You would think that, by now, I would be used to the sight of them. But, I have to tell you, every time I lay my eyes on them, I am struck by their absolute beauty and perfection! It's as though they each have this light, that shines from within, and just makes them glow. They absolutely blow my mind!

So, here are the stats:

Sophie was born at 9:43 am. She was 4 lbs 10 oz and 18 in long.
Matt was born at 9:45 am. He was 6 lbs 3 oz and 19 3/4 in long.

They both came out looking great and after a short visit to the NICU for Matt, they were able to join me in my room, and they've remained her with us ever since.

Since they were born, they've passed every test and screening with flying colors and every doctor and nurse has declared them perfect . . . I mean tell me something I don't know!

Today, we're preparing to go home and I am SO excited. If I was a little less tired, I may be a bit nervous, but since Frank and I are working on little to no sleep and operating in a state of delirium, nothing scares me! haha . . .

Anyway, keep checking in for the new adventures of the Cortez Family!

The Nursery

Here are a couple of shots of the nursery!


Unfortunately, they don't catch a lot of the detail. But, at least you get an idea.

I highly recommend coming to visit us to get the full effect!

FYI - The amazing mural you see on the wall was painted by my mom, as a gift to her grandchildren! I think she did a fabulous job!!!

My 2nd favorite part of the room is their little library corner, which my mother and I have been working hard to fill. Sophie and Matt have plenty of words to entertain them for a long time to come!

I can't wait to bring them home, to their new room!