Samantha had her 6 month check up yesterday. She's doing beautifully! She weighs 16 1/4 lbs(50 percentile) and 26 1/2 inches long(80 percentile) She's getting so big! I remember when this little girl was 7lbs and in newborn clothes. And look at her now! She's 16lbs and in 3-6 to 9 months clothes. Uggghh... But it has been wonderful just watching her grow and learn.
Anyway...about the appointment (well not too much to say, really)
Her doctor said she's doing wonderful. He didn't say anything about stopping anything but He did say to explore more foods with her. Which is a *thumps up*! Can't wait to see her reactions to some different foods.
She had to get 2 more shots. :o( She did very well though. She cried for a minute and I picked her up and she stopped crying. I actually didn't ball my eyes out though. I had tears wellin up but I didn't cry.
Her next appointment is in 3 months. She'll be 9 months then. But I think she gets a break from shots at that appointment, thank goodness!
Next week we're getting her 6 month pictures taken! I CANNOT WAIT!!! I think we're going to do a spring theme and maybe the bath tub theme. But we'll see. I'm just so excited to get these done! I hope she cooperates!
Tuesday, April 13, 2010
Sunday, April 11, 2010
6 Months Old Today
So it's been six months since I went through the life changing experience of becoming a new mommy. I can't believe it! Six months? It's amazing how fast time flies. I look back at videos and pictures I've taken of Samantha in the past 6 months and I am in awe in how much she has grown, changed, and developed. I feel so blessed to be able to witness everything with her this far. Sure, it was rough in the beginning. From nursing obstacles, hormonal changes, becoming a new Mom that has never changed a diaper in her life, to figuring out how to balance my relationship with Seth as parents. Roller coaster of emotions, indeed. But like with everything in life, it has it's ups and downs. Definitely more ups though.
As parents, I don't think anyone is ever an "expert" at it. I think you learn new things everyday whether your child is 6 months, 6 years, or 16 years old. And as being new parents we are trying our hardest to be as great of parents as my father was to me and as Seth's parents were to him. Sure, we'll make mistakes and we'll learn from them. Samantha deserves the best so she'll get it!
She has a wonderful daddy, grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins that love her to death! She's so blessed to have all of these people in her life! And we are all blessed to have her in ours!
A little poem
The Day You Were Born
The day you were born
our worlds changed,
we were all on that train
but our destinations weren't the same.
Immediately as you arrived
you set about to change our lives,
so much joy the room couldn't hold
when God made you, he broke the mold.
Babe with beauty that is so true
we knew there'd never be another you.
The angels sent you from up above
so many people here... to give you love.
There will be many firsts for you
we know that you have much to do.
Still we marvel at the way
you came into our lives that day.
To make a new mommy and daddy be
a happy couple for all to see,
then of course the grandparents too
they couldn't wait to get their hands on you.
So thank you baby, for the joy you give
but especially for making... better people live!
As parents, I don't think anyone is ever an "expert" at it. I think you learn new things everyday whether your child is 6 months, 6 years, or 16 years old. And as being new parents we are trying our hardest to be as great of parents as my father was to me and as Seth's parents were to him. Sure, we'll make mistakes and we'll learn from them. Samantha deserves the best so she'll get it!
She has a wonderful daddy, grandparents, great grandparents, aunts, uncles and cousins that love her to death! She's so blessed to have all of these people in her life! And we are all blessed to have her in ours!
A little poem
The Day You Were Born
The day you were born
our worlds changed,
we were all on that train
but our destinations weren't the same.
Immediately as you arrived
you set about to change our lives,
so much joy the room couldn't hold
when God made you, he broke the mold.
Babe with beauty that is so true
we knew there'd never be another you.
The angels sent you from up above
so many people here... to give you love.
There will be many firsts for you
we know that you have much to do.
Still we marvel at the way
you came into our lives that day.
To make a new mommy and daddy be
a happy couple for all to see,
then of course the grandparents too
they couldn't wait to get their hands on you.
So thank you baby, for the joy you give
but especially for making... better people live!
Tuesday, April 6, 2010
Samantha's 1st Easter
Samantha's 1st Easter was wonderful! And of course she looked ADORABLE in her Easter dress! Auntie Amanda's mom made Samantha an Easter basket! It's SO cute! So the Easter bunny stuffed it with some goodies for her and us! :o)
Her Great Grandma and Grandpa surprised us with a visit. It was so great to see them! The last time they saw Samantha was when she was born. So I'm glad they got to see her and see how she has grown and how she's a lot more mobile.
I love seeing Samantha surrounded by so much love! And a lot of that love is for her! We and she couldn't be anymore blessed! It's the best gift she will EVER receive!
Anyway....
Her Grandma made an awesome Easter dinner. Ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, deviled eggs, rolls, banana pudding and strawberry pie! Everything was so yummy!
Before we woke Samantha up from her nap, Seth and I "hid" some Easter eggs in the front yard. We woke her up and did some hunting! She had a blast just hanging out outside. It started to storm so we couldn't stay out very long.
So after that we just hung out with everyone for the rest of the evening. The men went to the casino while the ladies just sat around and gossiped! lol...of course.
Her Great Grandma and Grandpa surprised us with a visit. It was so great to see them! The last time they saw Samantha was when she was born. So I'm glad they got to see her and see how she has grown and how she's a lot more mobile.
I love seeing Samantha surrounded by so much love! And a lot of that love is for her! We and she couldn't be anymore blessed! It's the best gift she will EVER receive!
Anyway....
Her Grandma made an awesome Easter dinner. Ham, mashed potatoes, green beans, deviled eggs, rolls, banana pudding and strawberry pie! Everything was so yummy!
Before we woke Samantha up from her nap, Seth and I "hid" some Easter eggs in the front yard. We woke her up and did some hunting! She had a blast just hanging out outside. It started to storm so we couldn't stay out very long.
So after that we just hung out with everyone for the rest of the evening. The men went to the casino while the ladies just sat around and gossiped! lol...of course.
Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Why I love my Samantha!
Although I love EVERYTHING about my wonderful baby. There are some things that just make my heart melt!
1- Her adorable 2 teeth smile
2- Her big belly laughs
3- Looking at me with those big beautiful blue eyes
4- Playing with my face
5- Reaching out for me and certain family members to hold her
6- Her cute little tush when she sticks it straight up in the air
7- Her feet/toes
8- The way she plays with my hair (when she isn't pulling it)
9- Her chunky thighs
10-Watching her complete so many different tasks/goals, while this short time being on this earth
11- Watching Daddy and her play
12- Watching her play and learn
13- Playing with her best friend, Molly
14- Watching her sleep
15- Her pinchable chunky cheeks
16- Seeing her face when she looks at her Daddy
17- The way she rubs her face with her hand
18- Her cuddles
19- The way she gets excited about certain things
20- Splashing in the bath tub
21- When she smiles with her eyes
1- Her adorable 2 teeth smile
2- Her big belly laughs
3- Looking at me with those big beautiful blue eyes
4- Playing with my face
5- Reaching out for me and certain family members to hold her
6- Her cute little tush when she sticks it straight up in the air
7- Her feet/toes
8- The way she plays with my hair (when she isn't pulling it)
9- Her chunky thighs
10-Watching her complete so many different tasks/goals, while this short time being on this earth
11- Watching Daddy and her play
12- Watching her play and learn
13- Playing with her best friend, Molly
14- Watching her sleep
15- Her pinchable chunky cheeks
16- Seeing her face when she looks at her Daddy
17- The way she rubs her face with her hand
18- Her cuddles
19- The way she gets excited about certain things
20- Splashing in the bath tub
21- When she smiles with her eyes
Monday, March 29, 2010
Someone is crawling!
Samantha in the crawling position!
Samantha did it! While we were at Grandma's house today, she did a little crawl. We are all SOOO proud of her! She has been in the crawling position for a few days now. It was only the matter of time when she would get it. She hasn't completely got it yet. But she was moving her knees one after another and her arms went with it. She did it again after we got home to show Daddy. I think he was a little chocked up. She still has a little work to do. She just has to get used to it and get some practice in there.
It just amazes me to watch this little baby that used to do absolutely nothing to crawling. I get all teary eyed when I think back to the day she was born. All I can say is... AMAZING!
Samantha did it! While we were at Grandma's house today, she did a little crawl. We are all SOOO proud of her! She has been in the crawling position for a few days now. It was only the matter of time when she would get it. She hasn't completely got it yet. But she was moving her knees one after another and her arms went with it. She did it again after we got home to show Daddy. I think he was a little chocked up. She still has a little work to do. She just has to get used to it and get some practice in there.
It just amazes me to watch this little baby that used to do absolutely nothing to crawling. I get all teary eyed when I think back to the day she was born. All I can say is... AMAZING!
Thursday, March 25, 2010
First Month TTC #2 and Updates
I am on CD 16 today. I took a ovulation test. And It came out positive. So needless to say Seth and I will be having some fun tonight! :o) This is our first month TTC #2. I'm curious to see what will happen. It would amaze me if we can get pregnant without getting on Clomid. But I'm crossing my fingers!
I just hope Samantha will let us get this baby making going! Grandma discovered that she's cutting 2 more teeth. Poor girl! She's a little cranky today but not as bad as yesterday. She was not feeling well, at all! She didn't sleep but for 1 hour during the day and wanted to be held all day. But she slept all night without waking up. Which was nice since Mommy was very tired.
This weekend will be a very busy weekend. Samantha's Auntie Calkins' birthday is on Saturday. She's having a 2 day celebration. There's also Uncle Brandon's birthday party and also go see the Easter Bunny. So its a jam packed weekend for us!
Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!
I just hope Samantha will let us get this baby making going! Grandma discovered that she's cutting 2 more teeth. Poor girl! She's a little cranky today but not as bad as yesterday. She was not feeling well, at all! She didn't sleep but for 1 hour during the day and wanted to be held all day. But she slept all night without waking up. Which was nice since Mommy was very tired.
This weekend will be a very busy weekend. Samantha's Auntie Calkins' birthday is on Saturday. She's having a 2 day celebration. There's also Uncle Brandon's birthday party and also go see the Easter Bunny. So its a jam packed weekend for us!
Hope everyone has a fabulous weekend!
Friday, March 19, 2010
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