the big 6 month post

Yesterday you became a big six months. And this was my favorite shot from many during our little monthly photo shoot.

I could say all the cliches for how fast time has flown or how big she has
become, and it's true it seems like it was just February and this tiny 5 pound peanut was snuggled in my arms. But, I don't think about the cliches as much as every single person we run into says them all to us...and I think it's because I feel absolutely and completely present for every single growing moment, every little precious second. Dishes often fill the sink, laundry in the dryer often waits a little longer, toys and blankets thrown across the floor wait anxiously in those spots to be played with and used again.
I don't want this to ever change. I am completely present for her and I want to say the same years from now. I'll never look back and say I wish I had washed those dishes more often, but I know it's possible to look back and say I wish I soaked up every opportunity to play, dance, giggle, swing, talk, and so much more. I love that I can be present for her (this is where I should apologize for not being as readily available by phone). And if this simple blog encourages someone else to put down a dishrag, a phone, or computer and be more present in these moments, well then...enjoy.
because it does go by fast.

6 month stats:

Height/Weight: Sorry won't have those till her Monday dr. appt.  Dr. appt update:  14 lbs. 14 oz!  In six months she has gained 10 pounds and moved from not being on the weight chart to the 27%.  She is also almost 26 inches long and still has her precious little petite head ranging in the 7% now.  Everything is growing and she is doing fantastic! 

Eats: I love making her food. So far she has tried rice, sweet peas, zucchini, pears and apples. Sweet potatoes and avocado are next on the menu. When she is not eating her little meals, she takes about 3 six ounce bottles a day.

Sleeps: Bedtime at 7pm. sleeps 12-13 hour nights. 3 naps a day. naps are usually: 2 hour morning nap, 2 hour mid-day nap, and 1 hour late afternoon nap. Good sleeper and still so easy to put in her crib to sleep. (right around 4 months she had some occasional sad times going to sleep (combination two teeth coming in and becoming more aware that we put her down and leave her), but she is back to easy to bed sleeper).

Favorites: She loves to play, roll and scoot all over the place. Blankets are all over the floor so she can just move as she pleases. This little girl pretty much is happy with everything. Such an easygoing baby. There are some preferred toys as well.

inchy

ellie

and turtle

and this is living room playland

Sizes: Size 1-2 diapers (we have a large box we got for free of size 1-2's and we are trying to get our use out of them, otherwise I really should say she is a size 2) Wearing 3 month clothes still, we are getting great use out of this wardrobe. Starting to wear more 3-6 month onesies and 3-6 month jammies, but most 3-6 month oufits we try are still too big.

Who does she look like? Well, this is really up to you. And it entertains us to hear so many different points of view. But Todd and I agree that she looks a lot like her mama. I see a little Todd in her eyes, but he says he doesn't. Speaking of eyes, her eye color has been transitioning pretty slowly, still has blue, green and brown in them (but the blue has faded even more) so they are hazel for the most part.

Personality?: We are so enjoying getting to see more and more of her personality every day. She is still the peaceful, calm, smiley, happy, easygoing baby she was even as a little preemie just home from the hospital. I am so not the mom that ever needed to catch up on extra sleep. Even when we brought her home I slept way more than I did pregnant. While we have established great eating and sleeping routines for her, she still does fantastic on those busy days when we aren't home at all.
Quinn, you are such an amazing little baby and we will brag about you forever.

Firsts: So many that have developed over the last few months... sitting up, eating rice, veggies and fruits, logrolling quickly across the floor, scooting, grabbing everything (especially faces), standing with support, giggles!!! and so many more...

Happy 1/2 birthday baby girl.

I am in the search still to find a photo editing program. Just haven't done it yet. So for now I use the basics available at picnik.com for free.

just a helpful tip that can save some pictures.

have a wonderful week :)