Bath Time

Nico lost his umbilical cord on Sunday so we were able to give him his first bath! He liked it at the beginning and then he wasn't so sure!

Relaxing in the tub

Oh Dad that feels so good!

And I'm done!

Nico

Another great week with Nico. Marc and I have been so lucky to have such a happy and content baby. We have settled into a great routine. Nico goes to bed at 10 sleeps until 2 feeds and sleeps again until approximately 6. This makes for a very happy Mommy and Daddy. Nico's favorite thing to do is eat. We are on a 3 hour feeding schedule and he was weighed today and weighs 7lbs 3 oz. He gained 1 lb 3 Oz's in a week! He has now passed his birth weight and will be out of the Newborn clothes in the next few days.

Vino on the other hand is learning to adjust. The other night we caught Vino pulling out all of his toys and then sleeping on them! I think he was looking for a little attention.

Nico loves his evenings with Dad and this is his favorite position.

Pre Birth Party

We have had the most wonderful week of our lives and we have been enjoying it so much that we have gotten behind on our blogging. You will have to scroll through lots of posts to see our fun filled week. So be sure to reference all of the posts for March as they all wouldn't fit on the main page. We feel so blessed and look forward to the many weeks ahead.

The Saturday night before the scheduled birth Auntie Suzy hosted a BBQ dinner at her house so the whole family could get together. We had such a great time reminiscing about the past and the last nine months. Everyone in attendance got in on a pool to guess the weight of the baby.

Renee's final belly shot at 39 weeks.

Renee with Uncle Lucas. Lucas is ready to start coaching the little guy.

Renee with her brother -Uncle Rob.

Renee with her Grandma Papa and Grandpa Larry

Posing with John and Uncle Warren

Marc with his parents Rita and Charlie.

Posing with the host Suzy and John.

Taking a picture with Vino and Hunter.

Picture with the future grandparents.

Four generations.

Nico Victor Busalacchi Arrives

Nico Victor Busalacchi was born on March 15th 2009 at Sutter Hospital in Santa Rosa. He weighed 6 lbs. 10 ozs. and was 19.25 inches long. Mom and Baby are both healthy.

Getting ready for the C section.

Pict from the delivery room.

22 People for the Big Day

Nico had quite the crowd (22 family members) to welcome him into the world. He is so lucky to have such a wonderful support system. We were the talk of the hospital. The nurses and doctors were so complimentary of our family and how great they all were. We were so happy to have them there for the big day.

Hospital

Zio Bobo made the trip to welcome little Nico.

Renee visiting with Nico for the first time in recovery.

Dr. Pride was phenomenal through the whole nine month process.

Nico getting checked in the nursery.

Visitors

Nico with the McLaughlin Boys.

Uncle Colin, Uncle Mike, Aunt Michele and Uncle Rob.

Grandpa and Grandma McLaughlin.

Nonno Charlie and Nonna Ria Busalacchi.

Visitors

Nico with Zio Steve, Zia Carla and Cousins Stevie and Marco.

Nico being spoiled by his Auntie Sharon.

Uncle John and Auntie Suzy giving Nico some attention.

Nico with Zio Paul, Zia Mickie, and Cousins Jordan and Braden.

Baby Nico and his new Tuesday Social Group - Bible Study

Auntie Sharon prepared us a candlelight dinner at the hospital. Thanks.

Nico's support group.

Nico loves his Great Grandma Papa even though he wasn't named Anthony like she wished.