Ethan's Adventures

Ethan has had a big few weeks - from his Uncle Mike's wedding celebration to a 5K walk/run to the zoo (yes, he loved the animals despite sleeping through 99% of the day) and more! With all the excitement we've hardly had time to rest let alone tell the world about our adventures. Ethan has now met almost all of his extended family including his two great-grandmas - we'll post pictures soon. We continue to adjust to daily life and Ethan has decided that he does enjoy bath time. This picture is after a bath earlier this week.

Our big trip to Alaska is coming up soon - Ethan & Mom leave next Sunday and Dad follows on Thursday. Ethan's tux is ready to go and we keep telling him that he can't steal the show from his Aunt Laura too much!

Our Chunky Monkey!

Today was Ethan's two week doctor's visit. He did a great job; however, it's still a bit stressful from Mom's perspective. Talking to the doctor trying to ask questions while your child is getting over the pokes and exam and not too happy definitely raises the stress level! Ethan is healthy, happy, and eating well. How well you might ask? Two weeks ago, he was 7 lb. 11 oz. Today he weighs in at a hefty 9 lb 15.5 oz (90th percentile for weight - no wonder the newborn diapers aren't fitting any more and he poops right out the back of them!). He is also 22.5 inches, putting him in the 95th-97th percentile for height (yes, Dad is beyond pleased). We'll have to find a picture that shows off the second chin he grew in the last week.
In other news, Ethan has decided that he loves the front carrier - whether it's taking walks, vaccuming, or walking up and down (and up and down) the stairs. If you want a workout, swing by between 4 and 8 pm - the hours requiring constant movement!

A Slideshow of Ethan

We have more pictures for everyone to view from Ethan's photoshoot in a slideshow set to music. Check it out at www.ellendykstraphotography.com/bouma! We might be biased but we think he's a pretty handsome guy!

Ethan's First Photo Shoot

Monday, June 2nd was a big day for Ethan. He had his first photo shoot with Ellen Dykstra who does newborn photography. She came to the house and set up shop in the nook - lights, cameras, and backdrops! Ethan did a great job for about 3 1/2 of the 4 1/2 hours. If you'd like to see some of the preview pictures, check out Ellen's blog - http://www.ellendykstraphotography.com/ and click on the "blog" link. Ethan is "Mr. E" and is the first four photos. We'll post the complete link when it is ready! Here's one photo from Ellen - it's our favorite!