Ryan | Baby Dickey

Wait, what’s my son’s name?

When I was at the photographer’s studio placing our order, it was brought to my attention that my son apparently has a nickname. Ryan was starting to fuss so I was talking to him to help calm him. The lady came over and said, “Oh, that’s a cute nickname! Buddy or Bud!” And [...]

2 months old! Ped appt and vaccines

Ryan is 2 months old!!!

We went to the pediatrician today for his 2 month appointment. He had just fallen asleep for a nap when it was time to go so he was NOT very happy about it! And Steve had to work this morning so I went solo. I was really [...]

Ryan is 8 weeks old!

Ok, so 2 days ago Ryan was 8 weeks old. The change we see in him already is incredible. Not only is he much bigger, but we can see how much more aware he is and how he responds to things around him…. it’s amazing, really, to see his little mind work. Some [...]

Back at work with a 6-week-old baby

Many of you know I started back at work on Monday… 6 weeks after Ryan was born, making me a WOHM (work outside of the home mom). Right now I’m doing ~28 hours a week and working my way up to full-time eventually. My husband works nights so right now we’re able to take care [...]

Photo Shoot with Ryan

A youtube slideshow of our family photo shoot at Kane Photography in Rockford, IL. I don’t know how we’re going to pick which pictures to order!! I love them all!