Celebrating Baby Henry

This weekend I was scheduled to throw a baby shower for one of my best friends, Robin (who was the nurse that delivered Coen).  Well, she surprised us all by going into labor early and delivering baby Henry Christopher Green at 35 weeks!  We himmed and hawed about throwing the shower after her having just given birth 3 days prior, but we ultimately decided the show must go on!  I was so very impressed with Robin & Chris who took the whole thing in stride and snuck away from the hospital (where Henry is still staying, since he was a bit premature they are keeping an eye on him, but he's doing fantastic) to be at the shower.  We had such a great time, I must say the whole thing went off without a hitch.  I couldn't have done it without the help of Angela, Erica, Vanessa, Bethany, Sarah & Ilene who all came to my rescue!  Here are some pictures of the soiree:

I had the brilliant idea to paint onesies for Henry as a shower game. Having approximately zero creative bones in my body, I enlisted the help of Robin's friend Vanessa who spear-headed operation decorate onesie. I must say, they turned out perfectly, and Robin was so excited!! 

 

Angie & Bethany
 

Me & Robin painting for Henry
 

I may not be creative, but I can use a stencil (and pose like a Sumo wrestler)!

Of course, Robin free-handed this one

 

Chris stuck around as moral support & to help open up gifts. He is such a wonderful husband to Robin and already you can see what awesome parents they are going to make.
 

Coen was my sidekick for the weekend (Andy & Hadley had a daddy-daughter weekend). He spent most of the shower smiling & gurgling at all the ladies and rolling around on the floor. He was an ANGEL. Like, a COMPLETE angel. Thank you, Coen!
 

Elvis.  I love this picture!


The 916 32nd St girls (we all lived together in college)

Robin, Me & co-hostess Erica (Henry's aunt)

First time Grandma, Sarah, who is over the moon excited and in love with her new grandson. She was a huge help at the shower and held Coen for me while I ran around like a chicken with my head cut-off.  Sarah is like family to me and I couldn't be happier for her that Henry is finally here. Grandma & Henry are going to have LOTS of fun!

After the shower, I had the honor of getting to hold baby Henry at the hospital!  I cannot tell you in words how absolutely beautiful he is.  I of course think my kids were the most adorable newborns ever born, but Henry takes the cake in a very very close 3rd.  He is gorgeous!!  I swear I fell in love with him the second I saw his perfect little head of hair and little newborn features.  I am just gaga for Henry!!

  

And of course, I'm not the only one. There is something so magical about seeing one of your best friends become a mom for the first time.  Robin has always been amazing with my kids, but finally seeing her with her own, was just out of this world. She is absolutely glowing from head to toe (as is Chris).  These two are going to be amazing parents to this little boy.  Congratulations to the Greens, and I hope you get to take your little bundle home with you soon!  We love you!!