Baby Time: 0-3 Months Old

Listen to Baby Time: 5 Weeks Old 5 Week Old Jack brings the show to a grinding halt when he attacks! Actually, he has a wet diaper in the middle of the show, so Daddy has to change him. :) In the meantime, Kerry and Dan talk about nursing at night, preparing for their first overnight trip away from their baby, ways to stop a baby from crying, and how your insurance company may have lots to offer an expecting mom. Related Links:American Baby article: Unusual Solutions to Calm Crying Babies

Listen to Baby Time: 1 Month Old Jack had his 1 month doctor's appointment this week. The visit not only covered vaccinations, but also revealed that he has been gaining a lot more weight than the average baby; he now weighs 11 pounds, 12 ounces! Meanwhile, Kerry and Dan continue to adjust to their respective sleep schedules as Jack begins to take longer stretches in between eating and sleeping. Related Links:Secrets of the Baby WhispererSign With Your Baby Complete Learning KitBabyCenter.com: Made By Moms Pumping BandDrugs.com Article on Pentacel (combination vaccine)

Listen to Baby Time: 3 Weeks Old Now that he's 3 weeks old, Jack has plumped up to nearly 12 pounds and he's eating enough for the average 3 month old. His pees are regular, his poops have become stinkier - and how! - but his parents couldn't be prouder. Kerry shares her continuing battles with breastfeeding; she's certain that her little son sees her as nothing more than a milk wagon at this point. Meanwhile, Dan was able to work at home this past week - which was great - but will be going back to a regular schedule this week. Also, like many new parents, Kerry and Dan had to deal with another important part of a newborn's life: selecting his godparents. Related Links:Baby 411BabyCenter.com

Listen to Baby Time: 2 Weeks Old Jack is 2 weeks old and Kerry and Dan are beginning to get used to all this feeding and pooping business. The breastfeeding battle continues, but it's quite obvious by Jack's expanding face and tummy that he's eating enough to get by. So now that baby is home and they've had a chance to breathe, what do Kerry and Dan see around their house? Between the hospital paperwork, the milk bottles, the baby clothes, and dozens of receiving blankets, there's plenty of stuff to be found.

Listen to Baby Time: 1 Week Old We're back, and we've brought our baby with us! Jack is 1 week old now, and Kerry and Dan talk about their experiences from labor & delivery, as well as those crucial first few days spent with the baby in the hospital. There's lots to learn for first-time parents, especially about sleeping, poopy diapers, and breastfeeding. There's lots to cover in very little time, just like those first few days! Kerry and Dan have been doing very well, and Jack is amazing. Thanks to everyone for their wonderful messages and even gifts!