School Is Officially In Session

We started our Labor and Delivery class last night - YEAH - and are now getting all the hands-on practical info we need to prepare us for the Big Event. The class we chose is focused on the Bradley Method of providing tools and coping mechanisms to help empower mothers to deliver through natural childbirth, and will also cover what to expect if an epidural or C-section becomes necessary. We chose to take a private class, so our class involves 3 one-on-one sessions with our instructor (Kim Collins) held in our home, each lasting roughly 2.5 hours.

Last night's class was great. We talked for a while about what to expect during labor and delivery, watched a movie of a labor and delivery using natural childbirth/waterbirth methods, and practiced some pain coping mechanisms, including gaining some insight into which methods work best for Jenny specifically. All in all, it was a very productive and informative night. We can't wait for Class #2 next week!

The Nursery is nearing completion...

Yes - it is true - the nursery is nearing completion and looking absolutely gorgeous!! Mike has been working hard to turn our former guest room into a beautiful nursery for Baby Keller. We won't spoil the surprise by showing any photos of the nursery until the room is altogether done, but fear not, it should be soon. And rest assured future guests of the Keller household, we moved the former guest room to the unused bedroom on the 4th floor, so you still have a comfortable place to stay.

Barn Girls' Baby Shower

Jenny's close circle of friends of "barn friends," all of whom share her passion for horses, surprised her with her first Baby Shower. Joanne was kind enough to host the shower for Jenny, and Alyssa, Penny, and Lisa attended. Decorations were provided by Joanne's adorable kids, Marco and Gabby. Thanks to everyone for their generosity and for sharing such a good time!

It's Time To Shower Baby Keller with Love

We're excited to post that it is indeed time to shower Baby Keller with love, or at least that's what Aunts Becky and Krissy say! They have graciously offered to host a Baby Shower in honor of Baby Keller, as follows:

Date: Saturday, December 1, 2007
Time: 12:30 p.m.
Place: Cryan's Beef & Ale House
24 First Street, South Orange, NJ 07079
(973) 763-7114

Formal invitiations should be mailed shortly.

And for those who have been asking... Yes, we plan on cloth diapering and breast feeding Baby Keller, and are registered at www.myregistry.com and Babies R' Us (see box on the left on this blog page for links and details).