The latest

Here are the latest pictures of Seth.

Enjoy!

The Pool

Yesterday we took Seth to our pool for the first time. He was in the water for a couple of minutes when he spit up on Jerald's shoulder and started crying. So no time for a picture. But he really did seem to love lounging by the pool. How cute are his swim trunks???

Pidyon HaBen

Today was Seth's Pidyon HaBen. We are sure most of you have not encountered this Jewish life cycle event before. Pidyon Ha'Ben, the "redemption of the first born son," takes place when a baby is at least 31 days old, and involves "buying him back from a Kohen." The biblical basis for this mitzvah (good deed) is very complicated so we will not get into it. But it is only performed when the first born is a son and some other conditions are met. We read that only 1 in 10 Jewish families meet these requirements.

To show love for the mitzvah, the baby is usually brought in on a silver tray decorated with jewelry (see above).

During the very short ceremony: The father attests to the fact that this is indeed his first-born son. The Kohen then asks the father: "Which do you prefer, to give me your first born or to redeem him?" (It is really a rhetorical question, because the Torah requires the father to redeem the son.) So the father pays 5 silver coins to redeem his son.

If none of this makes sense don't worry! Seth has been "redeemed" and we enjoyed some lunch with some family and friends. And got a cute picture of Seth on our silver tray covered in Lauren's jewelry.

1 Month Old

First Successful Bath!

After we all recovered from Seth's first bath, last night we decided to give it another try. And guess what? He seemed to like it! Then he had the best night sleep he has had since he was born.

Grandma Visits

Seth's Grandma (Lauren's Mom) came to visit this week. It was wonderful having her here. We got a little extra sleep and Seth got lots of hugs, kisses and love! (We got those things too!)

8 lbs 14 oz!

That is right - Seth has now officially gained 2 pounds! We like to call him "Chubster"

Jerald's 28th!

Happy Birthday Jerald!!! WE LOVE YOU!!!

(how cute is Jerald in this picture?)

Seth's First Playdate

Yesterday, Seth had his first playdate with his new friend Noah. Noah's Mom, Sara, works with Jerald. Seth and Noah had a lot of fun ~ sleeping, crying and of course eating!!!

And for those of you itching for more pictures of Seth click here. These are pictures from weeks 2-3.

Jerald's First Day Back

Well - the paternity leave is officially over. Jerald is back at work today. We are all trying to adjust with our new situation. Jerald struggling with working on such little sleep and Lauren trying to figure out how to go to the bathroom and eat while being the only one home with Seth... I am sure we will figure it out soon!!!

FYI - more pictures coming later today!

Playing on the Gymini

How cute are the boys playing on Seth's Gymini? Seth loves the mirror ~ but he does not yet realize that the cute baby in the mirror is actually himself!

1st Mother's Day

Thanks to Jerald and Seth for a wonderful 1st Mother's Day!!!

And happy Mother's Day to our Mothers Eileen and Paulette and our Grandmother's Gloria and Margot

Sleeping

When our little angel sleeps on his daddy's chest (which is his favorite place to sleep) he sleeps just like his mommy. With his hand under his face. How cute is that?

Seth's First Bath

As you can see he enjoyed it immensely! He did enjoy the towel that Meredith bought for him though!

Introducing

Seth Aaron!!!

Seth's bris was a beautiful and slightly stressful occasion for his parents. It was so wonderful to have so many family and friends come to celebrate Seth's introduction into the community. Here are some pictures from the bris and some others from days 4-6. If you have any questions as to the bris ceremony feel free to ask!

Thank you to everyone who has called, emailed and sent gifts. As we are slowly figuring out how to handle all of this we will begin getting back in touch with all of you!

The Big Arrival!

Baby boy Korn joined the world April 27 at 9:26 AM. He was 6 lbs 14 oz, 20 inches long and has been an absolute pleasure! Everyone is doing well. The baby's name will be revealed at his bris, which is anticipated to be May 4th.