All About Amelia - ONE YEAR!!!

I have a ONE year old.  I can't even call her baby anymore; this little lady is officially a toddler.  A walking, talking, crazy toddler.  Every day brings something new and exciting.  As much as I miss snuggling a fresh newborn, this stage is just so much FUN!!!

2-23-15

 

First Birthday Family Photo

21 Pounds and 28.23 Inches

Sleeping Habits: This month has been the best (in terms of sleep) since Amelia was about 2 months old!  She is going down between 8:00-8:30pm and doesn't wake up again to eat until 5:30-6:30am!  She goes back down again until 8:00-9:00am.  Sleep is SO wonderful for this mama!!! She still takes two naps a day, but they vary in times and length.

Eating Habits: Three solid meals a day, plus snacks, and breastfeeding about 4 times a day.  I have noticed that Amelia has become more picky this month.  I'm sure she will continue down this path as we head into toddlerhood, but I am hopeful that with the vast array of food I have introduced, she will still have a diverse palate.

 

Unseasonably warm weather in February, Park date with Grandpa Keith

New Foods Amelia Tried: I love finding new things for her to try!  This month included: a sucker, kiwi, cake whipped cream, oatmeal, lettuce (NOT a fan!), almond milk, cheeseburgers and a variety of dips thanks to dad!

 

If you couldn't tell by her face, she was a big fan of the sucker!

New Discoveries/Developments/Accomplishments: Someone started WALKING this month!  We can't keep her contained in a small area anymore and she is busy exploring all of her house.  She isn't to the point where she can stand from a seated position yet (must "climb" up something to stand), but I don't think this will last for long.  Currently, she "drunk" walks and only takes small steps for short distances.  This month she also started "swimming" and splashing in the bathtub which is adorable to witness.  She flips over on tummy and scoots along the tub and grabs all her toys.  A few other first: opening and closing drawers (that's REAL fun in mommy's kitchen!) and her first finger painting for Valentine's Day cards and Grandpa's birthday!

 

First Finger Paintings

Places Amelia Traveled: We didn't have any overnights this month, just a few day trips here and there around town.  Our first family date night with the Fandl's in Lincoln was a huge hit and Amelia LOVED the Habatchi grill.  Of course we still frequent Chic-Fil-A and all of the grandparents houses.  Tuesday play group has started happening on a consistent basis which helps mama's sanity and Amelia is loving all her new friends!

 

"Swimming" in the Tub

Special Events or Holidays: First Valentine's Day!  So much fun matching my mini! First BIRTHDAY PARTY!!!

 

Matching Mama and Amelia

New Friends: Our playgroup always seems to involve new friends and it's so much fun to witness all the different personalities!

 

First Birthday Dinner at El' Bee's with Mimi, Papa, Nana, Grandpa, Dad and Mom

New Baby Babble: Just like last month, Amelia still babbles ALL the time.  Amelia doesn't have any new words this month, but she did start squealing when she gets excited and it's just about the cutest thing ever!

 

Unsure about her cake at her First Birthday Party

Likes/Dislikes: Snuggling and rocking with mama for nap time again, which is HEAVEN I might add!!!  Guacamole and fruit still remain her favorites and she was NOT a fan of lettuce at all.  Amelia also got to play in the snow for the first time since it snowed a lot the first part of February.  Needless to say, she hated it and wanted back inside immediately.  I don't think it was the snow as much as it was she hates having her head and hands covered.  And she looked like the kid from A Christmas Story all bundled up!

 

Yup, not liking this snow business!

Parents Update:  Brandon still remains busy with work and wasn't able to spend as much time with us as we have become used to.  Amelia treasures their playtime together at night. The BEST news from this month was I am finally able to stay home again with Amelia full-time!  My last day was February 3rd and I am so grateful for this time with her again.  It was nice being back among grownups for a while, but as I said last month, my heart is home with little miss.  I am still open to the possibility of finding something part-time or full-time, but Brandon is insistent that I find something I truly love to return to the workforce.  In the meantime, Amelia and I are going to pack as much fun and playdates in as we can!  Our baby girl is the best ever and I wouldn't trade our time together for the world!