Big Birthday Party and Birthday Pictures

Hannah had her huge birthday party this weekend and it was a blast. There were about 40 people in my very medium sized house, so it was very crowded! The party was a huge success and Hannah had so much fun. The little girls did candy crafts and were so good the whole party. Hannah got a new big girl bike and so many fun things. We put away some of the new toys to bring out later in the winter when she gets bored :)

We also had the girls ped appt yesterday and Hannah was 38.5 inches tall (97%) and 31 lbs (just under 50%). She did great on her developmental screening and got the flu vaccine in the form of a nasal mist. She is a perfectly healthy 3 year old. We need to make her first dentist appointment soon so that will be a treat. She is ahead of the curve in her speech and her learning skills (in fact she was writing the letter H over and over on the dr's table paper) so he was very impressed with her. My big girl......

Pictures and a video!

6 Months & 3 Years

Oh my - I'm late again. Sorry.

Well Layla had her 3rd ear infection and another round of antibiotics. It has been very crazy here! We did get in to the ENT and she will have tubes placed on the 20th. We cannot keep having ear infections like we did with Hannah all last year. The surgery risk is low and hopefully it will help us avoid this problem all winter!

Layla weighed in at 17 lbs 2 weeks ago so she is on track for weight gain still. We don't know how tall she is yet, but I would venture to say - short :) She's a chubby monkey though and so sweet with all her baby rolls. She is sitting pretty well for short times so she should master this skill this month. She also rolls from her belly to her back pretty easily now. She hasn't yet figured out the other way, but whatever. We started cereal this past week and she is liking that in the evenings. Now that antibiotics are done, we will try carrots this weekend - yum!

Layla is still pretty happy despite her continued belly issues. She plays a lot and has a pleasant disposition. She loves Hannah and just giggles up a storm at her. It is very cute.

I can't believe my big girl is 3! We had a very fun birthday party at school and her BIG party is this weekend. It should be a blast and we will take tons of pictures. She is so excited about her birthday this year which is fun. She is also super excited about Christmas so we know that will be awesome. All in all - things are pretty good here. We are looking forward to the holidays and being home with the girls for a week (it is potty training week for Hannah - oh my!) I'll update more after the party!

Take care.

24 weeks.......I have feet?

Yes - Layla finally found her feet. She is not obsessed with them like Hannah was, but it is still so very cute. She had that wonderful surprised baby look on her face when she found them.

Layla had her second double ear infection and second round of thrush this past week so it has been a rough stretch. Remember, antibiotics make her puke and thrush medicine makes her puke, so together it is just ridiculous. We will be done with both medicines this weekend so hopefully we can have some good weeks ahead just in time for the holidays! Layla is around 16.5 lbs now so she is growing well. She is not too tall, so her 16.5 lbs is pretty condensed into her chubby thighs. Here are some new pictures of my big baby girl :)

We are getting ready for Hannah's big 3-year birthday bash! She is so excited and I'm sure it will be fun. We will have about 9 kiddos and some family here to celebrate. With the holidays and the birthdays coming up, we will be a very busy family. Take care.

My girls really do wear pants, but they were so cute here after new diapers for each. :)

Layla Laughing

Isn't she cute? Aunt Shelly is funny. This was from the girls first evening with Aunt Shelly and Tony. Seems to have gone ok :)

So cute.

I just think my girls are so cute. I know I am biased, but really - they are very cute kids. Although she is spitting up a ton, Layla seems to be doing pretty well on the Neocate. She has been pretty comfortable and falls asleep while eating (like a regular baby). It is a wonderful thing. So it looks like she is protein intolerant after all. This may pose issues with food in the future, but one step at a time. Right now I have a happy baby and that is all that matters.

We had a great playdate this morning with Jane and Ellen. It was much fun for all. The babies were so good and the big girls had a blast.

Tonight is the big night off for Mommy! I'll let you all know how it goes.

5 Months!

Layla is 5 months already! My little lamb is getting so big. She weighed 15lbs 4 oz at the GI on Monday (lost 6 oz somewhere) and was 24.5 inches tall.

Our formula trial is going ok and we are considering it a success at this point. I have gotten a taste of real food and don't think I can go back to not eating :) Layla is still only taking 3 oz sometimes, but she is doing ok.

Halloween was a big hit at our house. Hannah had so much fun. Layla couldn't have cared less, but she still was so cute! Hannah got a pumpkin full of candy and was so sweet. She said thank you to everyone and actually told us when she was done. She was just ready to go home and relax. Too funny.

The girls are spending their first night together at Grandma and Papa's this weekend. I could not be more excited! Not only can I eat with my husband, I can have a few glasses of wine, and then to top it off - I get to sleep all night. I feel like it's Christmas!

Take Care