Lala in a TuTu

We love this little girl so much! She is so much fun to dress up and take pictures of, because even though she looks silly, she gives me the most heartwarming smile!

 

Our Diva

This is why I wanted a little girl....for the bows and frills.

 

Spoonful of Rice Cereal. Yum!

Lately we've been experimenting with rice cereal. I'm not sure if Leila really likes it, or if she just likes gnawing on the colorful spoon to put pressure on her sore teething gums. Either way, she does eat a few spoonfuls and the rest ends up on her bib, face or in her hair.

She loves to grab the spoon and feed herself.

Chunk Rock

We had Leila's 4 month doctors appointment last week and she did great. I think I get more nervous than she does. She smiles at anyone who looks her way, talks to her, or comes at her with a big needle. We only got one shot, and go back next month for another. She is growing well weighing 14lbs 7oz, and is 24 inches long. Our doctor is impressed with her neck/head growth and doesn't think she'll have to wear a helmet. We are still doing therapy and daily neck exercises at home.



Here's Leila bundled up for a morning walk. Half way into the walk she fell asleep, and we got a flat tire. I haven't changed a bike tire in forever, and never have changed a stroller tire. Since I am the Queen of Google, I'm sure someone on the Internet will show me how. All I know is I need to buy a patch first.

Happy 4 Months!

Dear Sweet Leila...

Where has time gone? You are growing up so fast every minute of everyday. I know everyone has said that time goes fast, but it seems like just yesterday we found out we were pregnant with you. We are so happy you are a little girl. You are the light of our life, and have brought so much joy into our lives. It's so amazing to watch you master new milestones, and to share in your excitement.
The first few months were a bit of a struggle. You weren't very happy, cried excessively, fought your naps and wanted to nurse all day long. Your new, exhausted, inexperienced Mom and Dad wondered what they were doing wrong, but continued to love you more and more. As with everything, we knew you'd eventually grow past it...and as the weeks went on you became a much easier baby.



You enjoy laughing, smiling, and babbling. You are a very energetic baby and love to kick your legs while playing with your toys. When you want to avoid tummy time, you've mastered rolling onto your back. You have discovered your feet, enjoy zerberts on your tummy, and love looking at yourself in the mirror. You have such an infectious smile that makes everyone around you feel so special. You love to be held, but also enjoy your independence and freedom to kick and play in your bouncy seat. Your car ride behavior is also improving partly due to your new found love for your pacifier. It makes trips around town so much easier. You are starting to teethe and have plenty of drool but are adapting well to the pain. As long as you have your Sophie Giraffe to chew on you are a happy baby. Your Mommy returned to work 2 days a week and you've adjusted well. You take the bottle like a champ, play all day with YiaYia, and wait up for mommy to nurse you to bed. After a long day of work I love coming home to your smile. As far as sleeping goes, you have always been a great sleeper at night. You are now consistently sleeping 7-8 hours, wake up to nurse and then return to your little bed for a couple more hours. I really can't complain. You are a delightful baby and we are so excited to see what your little life holds for you as you grow bigger and bigger.



Happy 4 months baby girl! Your Daddy and Mommy love you to the moon and back forever and ever and ever.

Growing up

We've been very fortunate to have siblings that have had babies and have passed on all kinds of toys, clothes, and helpful parenting tips to us new parents. Uncle Richard and Auntie Alison gave us this exersaucer awhile back, and Leila finally got to try it out this weekend. I think she likes it! She likes to stand up with help and has enjoyed her freedom in her new toy. Thanks for all the great toys! We just love them! Our baby is growing up daily.

 

Who's that Baby in the Mirror?

Today we played by the mirror as I got ready for the day. It has to be pretty amazing for a baby to learn that it is them smiling when they look at themselves in a mirror. I think it's so cute, and it keeps her quite entertained.