just a few hours old

six months old

a few days before turning one

four generations of Van Beest men-folk

2. What was his/her length then and now?
then: 18 ½ inches now: 30 inches

3. Is your baby weaned from the bottle/breast?
Nope. He is still breastfeeding.

4. Is he/she walking yet?
Yep! He started taking steps at ten months, but just started walking full-time last week.

5. What size clothes is your baby in?
12-18 months. His growth has slowed a bit.

6. What is your baby's favorite toy?
His brother!

7. What is your baby's favorite food?
Whatever is in front of him. LOL Seriously, the kid loves to eat.

8. Looking back over the past year (whether you are a first time mom or not) was it easier or harder than you expected?
Easier. Elliot is so mellow compared to our first son. He just slipped right into a comfortable spot in our family.

9. Describe in one sentence how your life has changed since the birth of your baby.
My joy and love have doubled.

10. Think back to when you were pregnant...is your baby anything like what you imagined?
I thought I was going to have a girl. I’m happy to have two boys, though. They’re so much fun!

11. What are your plans for baby's birthday?

We went to see trains and to the children’s museum on Saturday. Tonight, we will have a small cake, with just the four of us. Since all our birthdays, and many of our friends birthdays are in December and January, we will have a big party for everyone in February.

12. What was your Due Date and when did you actually have your baby?
I was due February 14, and Elliot arrived January 21.

13. What was the first thing that crossed your mind the first time you saw your baby?

OMG! Another boy! A lot of people, including me, had guessed we were having a girl (we kept it a surprise).