4 Months Old...how is this possible?!?!?
Dearest Lillian Pace,
My sweet, sweet girl, you were 4 months old yesterday...your daddy and I just don't know where time is going. Everyday is a new adventure! New sounds, movements & developmental milestones have been apart of everyday life this month, along with a ton of changes. This month we traveled some, celebrated Easter, tried out some new toys, ate from a spoon & much much more!
We don't know your exact weight, since we don't go for your 4 months doctor appointment until the 22nd, but it is around 14 pounds. You have definitely gone through a growth spurt this month. Your milk consumption has increase to around 34 ounces with 3-4 tablespoons of cereal at night...still our little chunky monkey!
You have also gotten much longer this month. You moved up to size 2 diapers (after a couple serious blowouts!). 3 month clothing & PJ's still fit, but you're also wearing some 3-6 month stuff too.
A BIG change this month was mommy starting back to work. With this change, your sleeping schedule hasn't been as regimented during the day, but you've adapted like a champ! The duration of your naps isn't consistent, but you usually nap 3 times a day & the naps range from 45 minutes to 2 1/2 hours. Thankfully this day time change hasn't affected your night time sleep!
You're a solid sleeper, going down around 8:30pm & waking around 7:30am. This month I swear you've started "telling" us you're tired & ready for your bed. You let out this squeal & talk at the same time...it is super cute! Some nights I just want to keep you up so that I can hear that sweet sound.
You are still waking sometimes around 4:30am for a paci...don't know if it is hunger related or something else. This week we've been changing up your evening routine...maybe that will help!??!
You're such an active & observant baby. You prefer to be held upright or facing out, so you can see what is going on...just like your mama, you don't want to miss a thing :) It is amazing how much more aware you are too. I love watching you learn something new!
You found your feet on 4/11/13 to be exact! You get so excited whenever you can reach them :) It has made changing your diaper much more difficult. You ate from a spoon for the 1st time on 4/10/13. It was a messy event but so much fun :) Some other firsts were you rode in your stroller like a big girl & played in the exersaucer...you loved them both!
You still love your activity mat, Bumbo & mirrors! If you're ever unhappy (which is rare!) we just put you in front of a mirror & you'll smile within seconds. Can't blame you...you are the cutest baby on the planet!
You're still a wiggle worm at heart. While you sleep you move all over your crib! You'll make a 180 degree turn or be on the other side of your crib in the morning....don't know how you manage this with a sleepsak on, but you do :) Speaking of sleepsak, we are still using it for some naps & bedtime, but have transitioned your arms to being unswaddled. You've also become attached to a lovey for bedtime. You love to hold onto it & put it on your face...I think it is funny that you have to be holding onto a blanket or have your hands touching in order to settle down and fall asleep. Love your little quirks!
I'm not sure if it is just in my head, but I'm pretty sure you're starting to show some attachment to me! :) I love when I hold you on my shoulder and you wrap your little arms around me and just lay...the BEST! We love you our sweet love bug! This month has been so much fun. You're little personality continues to shine...we can't wait to see what this next month has in store :)
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