June 30 - I'm 5 weeks today... and guess what i got for a present

We got back from Uncle Mikey, Auntie Helene and RyRy's house last night. I was so excited to see Daddy. Then we had to take him to work! It wasn't fair but I was happy I got to see him before I went to bed.

Mumsie spent the night last night to hang out with me... and I guess to help Mommy a little. I slept really well and woke up at 4am for an early breakfast before my 7am doctor appointment at the hospital. Mommy was a little nervous about my dr. appt because it was a i had to get an ultrasound on my heart. After I ate and was put into my milk coma, Mumsie burped me while Mommy pumped some milk for storage. Once I was all fed, watered and burped, I passed back out. Mumsie shook my legs for me for a while which helped me go into a nice deep sleep. Mommy slept for about an hour then it was time to get up and get ready to get Daddy before my dr. appt. We were running late because I was a super hungry girl and we left the house at 7am instead of 6:45. So to make a long story short, we got Daddy and hoofed it to the hospital as quickly as we could. We get there, fill out the paperwork and waited our turn.

We were called in quickly and then Mommy and Daddy had to take my clothes off so that the lady could put some icky goop on me. I was less than pleased with this nasty goop being on me, but Daddy laid down on the bed with me for some snuggle time. He was a trooper so I let him put his finger in my mouth. That seemed to calm his nerves down. Mommy sat down near the lady who was waving a wand thingy around on my chest in the goop. After a while, I fell asleep because it was really boring just laying there.

The goopy lady asked Mommy and Daddy "they didn't hear this at the hospital when she was born?" Mommy said "uh, no... does this mean she still has it?" The goopy lady said "oh yes it's still there". Mommy said she was disappointed and had hoped that I would have grown out of it by now. The lady didn't think it was that funny and said that no, i hadn't grown out of it but that i was still little.

Once we were done we left and headed to go get Mommy and Daddy some breakfast. I had already eaten so I was still full and sleepy. After they were fed and watered, they headed to Mommy's office to drop off her laptop and to show me off to her co-workers. Mommy and Daddy had fun showing me off. Everyone ooh'd and aww'd over how cute I was and how little i was. I tried to tell them i wasn't little... i'm 5 weeks old!!!

after we were dont at Mommy's work, we went home to relax for an hour before my one month doctor appointment. Mumsie was still at my house so I got to say hi again. Daddy said he wanted to take a little nap and I thought that was a good idea so i did too. Mommy stayed up to pump again and to pick vegetable's from the garden.

We got to the doctors office just in time for the appointment... well, a little late, but close enough. Daddy got me undressed while Mommy filled out some paperwork and paid. They weighed me and measured me. I am 8 pounds 13 ounces and still 21 inches. My head size is good though. Mommy can't remember if it's 34 or 38 cm, but the dr. said i was in the 75th percentile. so that's good i guess.

The doctor checked me out and said that i was growing beautifully. Mommy told him what the goopy lady said about her being shocked that the hospital didn't catch the heart murmur and that 'oh yeah it's still there'. Mommy said that it freaked her out and the doctor reiterated that i was growing well, gaining weight so there was no reason to think that it was anything horribly serious. After the doctor was done, the nurse came in to finish up the appointment. She mentioned that the dr. called the hospital and told them that they should not have freaked mommy out by telling her what they did. I like my doctor. he sticks up for Mommy. Daddy put his finger back in my mouth and Mommy got down real close to my face to talk to me while the nurse got ready to give me a shot. I wasn't scared but Mommy told me that it might pinch. I put on my brave face and let them talk to me and keep their finger in my mouth. The nurse asked Mommy to hold my hand and then she jammed that needle in my leg. Man did it hurt like crazy! I was not a happy camper and Mommy looked like she might cry. I was pretty angry about getting poked. Not fun at all. I can't believe that's what i got for my 5 week birthday present. i was expecting a pony or maybe a new outfit... but 2 doctor appts PLUS a shot? i have GOT to work on Mommy and Daddy's idea of presents.

after the dr. appt and my lovely shot, i ate some more in the car then we went to Walmart to pick up some liquid acetametaphane (sp?)in case I take after Mommy and don't react well to shots.We got home and Mommy and Daddy ate lunch while I slept. Then they finally picked out my birth announcement and ordered it. Then they watched Transformers 2. I woke up a little while later, ate, spit up which apparently warranted a bath.. so add that fun thing onto my already super duper birthday. Once i was done with my bath, I got dressed and then we went for a walk. Mommy found the bug netting so i wouldn't get eaten up. I fell asleep on the walk for a little bit then when we got home Mommy let me help her clean up the jungle. She calls it the garden, but it sure looks like a jungle to me!

Then Mommy and Daddy finished watching their movie. I helped Mommy work out her calf / leg muscles by letting her bounce me on my bouncer chair.

let's hope that my 6 week birthday goes better than my 5 week!!

I'm here!

Mommy and Daddy finally got their act together today and have ordered my birth announcements.

here's a sneak preview!

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Sunday June 19 - fathers day

After our fun day at the spa getting nails done and going out to lunch, Mommy and I went home to get Daddy and go to Grandpopi and Auntie Marie's house for Fathers Day. Mommy packed up some yummy breast milk for me and joked that she hoped i would share. Ha - fat chance!

I fell asleep as soon as my tushy was inside of the car. Mommy says that I am the best kind of back seat passenger... the silent kind! When we got close to Grandpopi's house, Mommy decided to take the scenic route... I think she got lost but didn't want to admit it.

Once we got to Grandpopi's house, we got out of the car and then Grandpopi came running out to tell us to stay in the car because we were driving to go for a walk. I was a little confused as to why we would drive to go for a walk, but i kept it to myself.

We got to the location and we walked to the spot to start our walk! the walk started with a metal tunnel that when you make noises it echos. We walked through it at the same time that a big girl (probably around 5 years old) rode through on a bike with her parents and she whooped it up to make it echo. She seemed like she had a lot of fun making noises.

Mommy said that the walk was pretty. Daddy was going crazy because of the bugs and he put a blanket over me so they wouldn't bite me. I wasn't worried about it but he said that I was so sweet so the bugs would want to take lots of nibbles. I didn't like the sound of that so I was ok with the blanket over the stroller.

We walked for days and days until we got to an old, wooden bridge. Grandpopi then wanted us to walk over this old bridge to take some photos. Mommy was very nervous when we were walking on the bridge so I put on my brave face for her even though I was a little nervous too. We took some photos and then walked over the bridge. We learned that the bridge and that whole walk used to be a railroad track with little stations.

We then started the walk back to the car. Mommy was pushing me back but then gave the stroller to Grandpopi because she kept ramming the stroller into Daddy's legs by accident. Well, she said it was by accident... not sure i'm convinced though because she kept laughing.

I knew we were getting close to getting back to the car because we went through the echo tunnel again. Once we got back into the car, I wanted to make sure we went straight to Grandpopi's house because i was HUNGRY! The fam was NOT picking up what I was throwing down so I started to cry a little louder. Auntie Marie was sitting next to me and stroked my head. That was nice and helped to distract my rumbly tummy.

Once we got to Grandpopi's house, Mommy and I rushed inside to eat. I was starting to go through my growth spurt so instead of eating for only 5 - 7 minutes, i must have eaten for about 20! I was so hungry from all that walking... well, strolling. but still!

Auntie Lexa made a yummy salad that Daddy helped to feed to Mommy since she was feeding me. I love that my family is so into teamwork!

Grandpopi grilled up some hamburgers and Auntie Marie made some yummy veggies. Mommy picked out the peppers and then stole Daddy's broccoli when he wasn't looking. Don't tell Mommy but I know that Daddy knew she was stealing them. I guess he loves her so much that he lets her steal broccoli. They're so weird. Who wants to steal broccoli? chocolate i could understand.

After dinner, Auntie Marie brought out a yummy looking cheesecake. Mommy was stuffed to the gills but after so many months of not being able to eat sweets, she scarfed down a slice of plain cheesecake. I couldn't wait to try it later in my breast milk! yummy yummy

Once everyone had been fed and watered, we sat on the couch for a while to hang out. Grandpopi held me for a while and I tried to stay awake but I was a full and comfy baby girl. Once I finally fell asleep, Mommy and Daddy put me into the car seat and then we went home. Once we got home, I ate again (the cheesecake WAS delicious) and then it was off to bed!

Monday June 27 - Cousin RyRy warms up to me

Mommy woke up today very refreshed! I slept for 4 straight hours and then after I ate at 4am, went back to sleep right away! Then Mommy slept for another 2.5 hours. She was very happy about that.

I think that cousin RyRy has finally warmed up to me! He used to get really nervous and upset when I would cry. Mommy and Auntie Helene would tell him that i was crying because I was hungry or tired. He seemed to understand that and then stopped getting all nervous when I would cry. Mommy and Auntie Helene took some good movies and photos today of RyRy and I. He even held me for a few minutes (under strict supervision so I wouldn't get an eye poked out or dropped off the couch accidentally) RyRy even gave me some kisses! he's so sweet

i'll have Auntie Helene give Mommy some of the photos so Mommy can post them. In the meantime, enjoy the video!

Sunday June 19 - manicures and pedicures - this is the life

Today Mommy and Mumsie took me for my very first trip to the spa! it was wonderful. The ladies at the spa ooh'd and aww'd over me and told me that they couldn't wait for me to be old enough to get my nails done. Mommy let me pick out her nail color too! I think i chose a pretty pink. It's hard to tell since I don't see in color yet. But she told me it was a pretty pink.

Mommy then put the car seat down near where she was getting her pedicure. I was sleeping up until she got comfy in the chair. I wanted to get a closer look at this whole spa / pedicure thing so I cried for her to pick me up. Once she got me, i quick.y looked around and then fell into a nice deep sleep. Mumsie took a picture of us to document my first trip! When Mommy was done getting her toes all painted, it was time for her manicure. She quietly and gently put me back into my car seat. I tried very hard to be good since I didn't want her to muck up her pretty nails. She was so proud that I slept the whole time! Once Mumsie's and Mommy's nails were done, we got back into the car and headed towards the hair cutting place. Mumsie said it'd be a good idea to call them first to make sure that Luz was there to cut their hair. Apparently she had gone home so Mommy made appointments for tomorrow.

Them Mommy and Mumsie decided that they were hungry and they went to Boston Market to get some lunch. Mommy got a chicken salad and Mumsie got meatloaf. Mommy and I were surprised that Mumsie got meatloaf because the meatloaf that Mumsie makes is amazing... why even bother with someone elses meatloaf? i'm just a baby and I know that Mumsie makes the best meatloaf.

After our exciting spa day and lunch date, it was time to head back on home.

Tuesday June 21 Mommy kisses poop

Today we were getting ready to go to another Mommy and Me class but at my pediatrician's office. I was pretty cranky but was willing to go along with this idea. Mom put me in my pink pappason chair while she finished getting ready. Then she got me, kissed my belly and put me in my car seat. She then looked down on her arm and saw that she was covered in poop. She then picked me up and saw that my diaper had EXPLODED! Poop was everywhere. I had it on my hand, my legs, her arms.... she then realized that when she kissed my belly, the something wet that she felt on her lips wasn't spit up but poop! hahahahahahah i laughed so hard. Mommy laughed too once she washed her mouth.

Unfortunately, this escape made us miss the mommy and me class. but that's ok. we had a good laugh. Mommy then changed me and put me in a really pretty purple stripe outfit that said "going to grandmas". i must admit i look pretty stinking cute in purple!

Friday June 17 - Mommy and Me class at the hospital

Today Daddy had to wake up at 4am to be at work at 5! I couldn't believe it. He had to get up earlier than I do! He kissed me goodbye and then left. About 20 minutes after he left, I woke up. Mommy wasn't too sad since I had done a pretty good job of sleeping during the night. I only woke up from 1 - 2am and then from 3-4am! after I ate and was changed, I went back to sleep. Mommy tried but couldn't really fall back asleep. Then she got me from my bassinet and let me sleep on her. Then she slept great. But don't tell Daddy because he doesn't like it when she falls asleep with me in the bed. He's worried that she might roll over me! I promised him I'd yell like crazy if she did because well, frankly it would probably hurt being rolled on. He's still not entirely convinced.

When Mommy changed me she was a little concerned because I had green mucusy poop. I hadn't had that before (other than last night when Daddy changed me). Mommy was afraid that perhaps I was allergic to dairy so she did a ton of research and decided to try and limit the amount of dairy she was eating. This is upsetting because i really like cheese! nom nom nom

Mom decided that today we should go to the Mommy and Me / Support Class at the hospital where i was born. We got ready and drove to the hospital. Once again, she was pointing things out to me, but I'm too short to see out the window. We got to the hospital and Mommy parked the car and got me out. Then we did the really long walk to where the class was. I tried to tell mommy to bring the stroller and push me, but she didn't listen. By the time we got to the class her arms were on fire from carrying me and the car seat! maybe next time she'll listen better.

we get to the class and there are a bunch of older babies there. I was the 3rd youngest but by far the cutest. The class was really boring so I slept the whole time. Mommy didn't seem that interested in the class either but didn't know how to politely escape. The class talked about pretty boring stuff or about stuff that Mommy wouldn't need to worry ab out for a few months. Mommy thought it'd be more of a support group, but it wasn't. The other moms wanted to know about sleep schedules and going back to work. Mommy wanted to know about different kinds of things like, how to not lose your mind... .little things like that.

the class ended and we drove on home and waited for Daddy to come home and hang out with us.

Friday June 10 -

Today I met some of Mumsie's good friends; Aunt Deb and Aunt Andrea. Aunt Fran couldn't make it this time. Mumsie, Aunt Deb and Aunt Andrea ate dinner at SoNo Seafood. They wanted Mommy to come too but she was too busy hanging out with Daddy and me. So, since Mommy couldn't make it out, she invited the ladies back to my house. I was sleeping on Mommy's lap in a nice cozy pillow.

Mumsie and the ladies were afraid that it was too late to come and visit. Mommy and Daddy were still up. I was sleeping pretty soundly, but it was nice to 'see' them.

They came over and took turns holding me. My Auntie Tricia also sent a super soft monogrammed pink bunny blanket with my name on it! It was so coooool! Mommy was excited and wrapped me in it. You can kinda see it in some of the pics that I will have Mommy post.

Sat June 11 - Mommy time

Mommy went out with Mumsie to get some grub. I stayed behind to keep Daddy company and Uncle Brad came over to visit with me. Before she left, she jury rigged the baby monitor to a fan near the bassinet (no cords were nearby) and gave Daddy the remote thingy so he could see and hear me.

Mommy and Mumsie went and got some steak and Mommy said she had a nice glass of Pinot Noir wine. I'm glad that she was able to relax a little. I missed her and I know she missed me, but it's important for her to talk to other people other than me... I don't want her to make a habit out of it, but every once in a while I guess it's ok! :0D Too bad she didn't get any dessert after dinner... I could have gone for a piece of cheesecake or something sweet with my milk at bedtime! next time

When Mommy came home, she came to see me in the bedroom and laughed when she saw my bassinet yoga. She took a couple of photos because she thought I was so funny. I was all contorted like a caterpillar. After she took the first photo, I started to wake up a little and contorted myself even more. She picked me up and brought me to where the boys were in the kitchen. Uncle Brad held me for a while then he had to go home to make dinner for Auntie Nina. She's having a baby boy end of Sept / early October. I can't wait to have a little friend! But, Mommy and Daddy said no dating. I told them NO PROBLEM. boys are gross!

Sunday June 26 - my one month birthday!

Today is my one month birthday! We arrived at Uncle Mikes, Auntie Helene and RyRy's house around 2am today. I slept well during the car ride down to VA. Once we got to their house, I was awake and wanted to say hi to everyone. When it was time to go to bed, I wasn't very tired and had a hard time falling asleep and staying asleep. I finally fell asleep and then woke up about 2 hours later. Mommy was so tired! when i fell asleep again, i only slept for an hour or so. I explained to mommy that i was going through my growth spurt and so today i was going to eat a lot and be super fussy.

Mommy's bottom half is still feeling REALLY sore so today was a long and trying day for the two of us.

Around 4pm, we got into the car and headed towards one of Auntie Helene's Mommy groups. It was a French meet up group at a park about 40 minutes away. It was fun. I slept a lot, but mommy liked getting out of the house for a while. Mommy had a hotdog, cheese and a sausage. I was excited to taste them later (through the breast milk). After about an hour or so, Mommy, Mumsie and I left to go to babies r us to pick up some pieces for mommy's breast pump; plus Mommy's bottom really hurt and she wanted an ice pack and a beer. (ha ha)Mommy found the pieces she needed and even bought me a baby wipe warmer so that I wouldn't get so upset when mommy and daddy changed my diaper and used those cold wipes! now i'll have warm wipes for my tushy wushy. yay. do i have these adults wrapped around my little finger or what?

At the end of the day, mommy looked at the baby tracker to see how much i had eaten and she was amazed! I had eaten 9.5 ounces PLUS ate for almost 2 hours.

Tues June 7 - first real bath

Today I got my first real bath! Since my belly button cord thingy fell off, Mommy and Daddy have been waiting to give me a proper bath. I guess the belly button has to be really dried up before it can go into water. Maybe it's like a gremlin that multiplies or whatever when it gets wet. Who knows. I'm sure they know what they're doing. If not, they're pretty good at faking it.

Mommy and Daddy got my bath all nice and ready and changed my diaper. Then Mommy placed me in the tub and covered my belly with a warm wet wash cloth so I wouldn't get cold. Then daddy held onto me so I couldn't try and swim away. I didn't mind the bath. It was nice and warm. Mommy washed my head with some soap and then under my neck. It was nice to get all fresh and clean. After they were done sudsing me up, they rinsed me off in clean water and then got me into a nice warm towel. After I was all dried up, I got into a nice comfy outfit, ate some nosh and went to sleep! I was a good girl and didn't cry until I was getting dressed. But I only cried because i was a little chilly. Once I had my fancy duds on, I was good to go!

Monday June 6 - chillin like a villian with Mommy and Daddy. Plus a meet and greet wtith the pups

We didn't do much today. It was a pretty relaxing day. I slept a bunch, ate a bunch and then slept some more.


In the evening, we had to go and get Mommy's iron supplements and go to the grocery store. After we went to Mumsie's house so I could meet the doggies. I was so excited I slept through the entire thing! The pups apparently were only slightly interested in me. Mom said that Skyler stood on her hind legs to try and get a good whiff of me. Jokes on her because I farted. brawahahahaha

Mom and Dad kept me on the table in my car seat so that the dogs couldn't get too close. Cartman Just wanted to play with Daddy and didn't really care that I was there. Mommy sat on the couch and petted Skyler for a while and Daddy played with Cartman. Lita and Mumsie cooed over me and tickled my feet. I farted on them too.

Once it was time to go, Daddy carefully carried me and the car seat down the stairs. Mommy gave the dogs some doggie cookies, which I guess they liked. Then she came out and got int he car with us. We were then homeward bound.

Sun June 5 - Long walks and Ceiling fans

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Today Mommy dressed me in a cute white dress with little daisies embroidered on it. It kinda looked like an Easter dress, but it was still pretty.

Uncle Mike and Auntie Helene came over early today! (well, earlier than yesterday!) Mom went outside to greet them in her NIGHTGOWN! can you believe it? it was so embarrassing. At least she didn't have on fuzzy pink slippers and hair rollers. I tried to pretend I was asleep. Uncle Mike, Auntie Helene and RyRy took some pictures near my garden. RyRy was wearing a really nice blue shirt which made his eyes look even more blue! I hope my blue eyes stay. Mommy said she loves me eyes no matter what color they are.

It was nice to see Uncle Mike, Auntie Helene and RyRy. I really wish they lived closer. That RyRy looks like he could teach me some cool stuff! He's already crawling! Mommy said that Auntie Helene and RyRy are going to go to France this summer to see Auntie Helene's family. I want to go! I could wear a little pink beret. It'd be so fun. Mommy said that we'll plan a trip for later this year / early next and we'll go someplace fun.

Uncle Mike wanted to get over to us quickly so he could see me! Oh and something about finishing up the ceiling fan. But mainly so he could see me! :-D

RyRy played with loads of toys and Auntie Helene held me lots. She also took a ton of picture of all of us. After a little while, Grandpopi came over too. RyRy kept trying to touch the pappalon chair i was sitting in. I guess he wanted to play with the buttons on the chair because he kept making music and vibration go off! he's so funny.

It didn't take long for Uncle Mike to finish the ceiling fan. Mom was so happy! Grandpopi came over too to help finish everything up and to see me. Again, mainly to see me. the ceiling fan was the excuse. (not that they need one!)

once the ceiling fan was done and everyone was fed / watered, we decided to go for a walk. We started out heading towards the beach but Mommy was feeling ok so we decided to head towards where Mommy and Uncle Mike grew up; Village Creek. Mommy said that she and Mumsie used to walk there when I was in Mommy's belly. It seems like a nice place! it has a park, tennis courts, a place for boats and a beach! It'll be fun going there during the summer.

We walked down to the beach and then Uncle Mike got RyRy out of the stroller and walked him on the sand. I'm too sweet so the buggies were biting me. Daddy put a blanket all over me to keep them out and was wheeling me all over the place. Then Mommy and Daddy decided it was time to leave. Uncle Mike got RyRy back into the stroller and we all continued on our walk. During our walk back, Uncle Mike and Auntie Helene noticed that it was getting late and that RyRy had to eat dinner. We all said our goodbyes just in case they weren't home when we got there. They rushed home. Mommy can't really 'rush' right now so Daddy, Grandpopi and I walked home more slowly with Mommy.

Once we got home, we saw Uncle Mike, Auntie Helene and RyRy in the car leaving. We said goodbye again. We got back inside and Grandpopi left to go home too.