First Thanksgiving and First Road Trip

Cameron enjoyed his first Thanksgiving, where he got to meet lots of cousins, aunts and uncles that he hadn't met yet (well, technically they were first cousins once removed, great aunts and great uncles... but that is just too complicated). We spent Thanksgiving day with the Kinsellas in Syracuse - great food, lots of fun and a wee dram or two. Cam loved having tons of people to hold him, including his Great Aunt Jill.
The next day we went to Rochester for the weekend - Cameron's first road trip. For the most part, he was very good in the car. He slept most of the way and only woke up and cried a few times. We stayed until Sunday and Cameron met lots more family and friends. Tim and I were amazed at how much stuff we had to bring for just being there three days - Cameron certainly adds a lot to our luggage! Usually one small bag and the camera bag are more than enough... now we had a separate bag just for Cameron's stuff, along with the diaper bag and the bouncer. The only reason we didn't have more was because we borrowed a pack and play from my aunt for him to sleep in.

Cameron was spoiled rotten the whole weekend - constantly being held by one grandparent, aunt, uncle or cousin. He loved it! Overall he did pretty well, although he was up all night one night, wide awake and not wanting to sleep.

Cameron surround by cousins Nicholas, Amanda and Jason, who loved him!
Omi set up the changing area on a dresser with a mirror, and Cameron just loved that other baby he saw. He thought that other baby was the cutest baby he had ever seen!

Cameron got to spend a lot of time with his great grandparents, Omi and Opa.

A request from Auntie Cathy

Cathy asked that we post a shot of Cameron and the two aunties from their visit. We definitely do take requests, so here is a cute shot of Auntie Cathy, Cameron, and Auntie Kim.

Cam's first babysitters and a photo shoot

On Sunday, Cameron had his very first babysitters. Tim and I went out to a quick dinner while Grandma and Grandpa Kinsella watched Cam. He was a good boy and didn't even realize we were gone. Tim and I went to Garcia's (we figured Mexican would be quickest) and were gone for about an hour. It was nice to have some time with just the two of us.

Also on Sunday night, Cam was in a great mood so we had a photo shoot with him. Here are a bunch of the pictures that we took. He was being so cute and wide awake, so it was really fun to take pictures with him.

First real bath and a visit from the Aunties

Today Cameron got his first real bath. His umbilical cord fell off Tuesday, so before that he only had sponge baths. So far he is not too big of a fan of the bath but we are sure that will change. Here is a picture of the bathing adventure.



The other big thing today is Cameron finally got to meet his Aunties! He has been loving all the attention and being held all the time.

Cameron's first public apperance

Cameron made his first public apperance today. Dad had a party to celebrate the successful completion of a project at work today at Megan MacMurphy's. Cam enjoyed charming everyone there. Here is a picture of him and Mom:

Cam's first walk

Today was a big day for Cam. He had his two week check-up and he went for his first walk.

His doctors visit was at 1:15 so dad came home from work early for lunch and all three of us went out for Cam's first walk. He seemed to enjoy it even though he slept the whole way. Mom really enjoyed getting out of the house and getting a little fresh air. Unfortunately this was probably the last nice warm day we will have in Syracuse so we won't get many more outdoor walks in this year. Here is a picture from his walk:


At Cam's doctors appointment he did not disappoint. Two visits so far and both times he has peed all over the exam room. He stepped it up a notch this time as even though both Mom and Dad were ready for it he managed to get both of them. He was pronounced in very good health.

Vital Stats:
Weight: 8lbs 1oz (50 percentile)
Length: 20" (50 percentile)
Head: 36 cm (25 percentile)

Cameron had 2 solid hours of awake "eyeball" time from 4 pm - 6pm today. Dad had to rush home after talking to Mom at 4:45 to make sure he got to enjoy some of the quality time. Here is a picture from the quality time:

Cam in skates

Everything is going pretty well here. Last night was a bit of a rough night, as Cameron has a little cold and isn't sleeping as well. He wanted to eat every hour for a while, then couldn't get comfortable and sleep. I don't think either Tim or I got more than a few hours of sleep total! We have had more good nights than bad though, so we're doing alright. It is funny that two or three hours of sleep in a row can feel so good. We used to like to sleep for ten hours in a row.

Tim got some new skates, so of course Cam had to try them on. They don't quite fit yet, so we will have to get him his own soon. Walk first, skate second - or is it the other way around?

What's in a name?

Cameron Thomas - where did his name come from?

Well, honestly, we first thought of his name when we were discussing hockey players (is it weird that I can remember exactly where we were - leaving Irondequoit getting on to Route 104 to head home - when we first talked about his name?). One of Tim's favorite hockey players is Cam Neely. We both thought that was a good name for a boy, and once we determined that it was also of Scottish origin we were set. So our first name for a boy was decided a long time ago.

For the middle name, it was really important to Tim that it have meaning, not just be another name. We went through a whole bunch of names but once we thought of Thomas, we decided it was perfect too. Tim's dad's name is Thomas, and my uncle/godfather's name is Thomas. Thomas is also my youngest brother's middle name. So lots of Tom's all over the family. Plus, it sounds good with Cameron!

One Week Old

It's hard to believe that Cameron has been with us for a whole week!! He has already brought so much joy to our lives (and also a lot less sleep!). We are having fun watching him discover the world around him. This week his favorite thing is definitely the all-you-can-eat milk buffet. No surprise there. He also really enjoys looking at the bears on his changing table and being cuddled. It is amazing how strong he is getting already. He does a very good job picking up his head to look around. Cameron does not like being wet or getting his clothes changed (although that might have something to do with how slow mommy and daddy are with changing them.)

Today we had a good 45 minutes+ of awake and alert happy time. Daddy decided that this was the perfect time to take hundreds of pictures. There are a few of them below.

On Wednesday Cameron had his first doctor visit. His weight dropped a little, to 7lbs 9oz, although his head got bigger (or at least less cone-like and therefore larger in circumference). The doctor said that he was really healthy and looked good. And the big excitement was Cameron's first pee fountain, all over the exam table.

Here are some pictures from his one week birthday:

Due Date

Today was Cameron's due date - it is amazing that he has been here for almost a week now! We have been doing pretty well, getting into some kind of routine. Well, maybe not so much as a routine, but we can usually figure out what he wants and get it for him! The choices tend to be food, snuggles or a diaper change, though, so it hasn't been too tough. I have all of these grand plans to write tons of posts (in fact, I write them in my head while I am sitting there feeding Cameron), unfortunately I don't have quite as much computer time as I thought I might.

And now, what you really came here for - more pictures!

Welcome Home Cameron

Cameron's first two days on Earth were pretty cushy - he had all of the nurses in the Birthplace waiting on his every need. First is a picture of him in his going home outfit, all buckled into his car seat. Below is a picture of Mommy and Cameron getting discharged from the hospital, along with nurse Noreen. Cameron's first trip in the outside world was pretty uneventful; Mom rode in the back seat to keep an eye on him. Other than being a little startled every time we had to start or stop, he did great.







































When we got home the house was nicely decorated to welcome him home (Thanks Grandma and Grandpa Kinsella!). Unfortunately it was a little overcast by the time I thought of taking pictures of it and then the wind took down one of the signs today. The first picture up top is on our door though, and we are going to put up the other one again tomorrow. Then we can take some pictures of it.

Here is Cameron's first step into the house. It is so nice having him home!













Both sets of grandparents were here to welcome him home too.

It's a Boy!!!!

Hello everyone!!

Introducing....

Cameron Thomas Walker

Birth Date: November 2nd 2007

Time 10:43 AM

Weight: 8lbs 5oz

Length: 20 in

Head: 34 cm

Here's a few pictures to get you started. Take a look at all that hair!

We are in the hospital for one more night (Cameron is still learning now to nurse, so he isn't quite ready to go home yet). When we get home tomorrow we will have lots more to post!
Love, Kristin & Tim