Practical vs. Cute

I've been waiting for Ty to grow into these adorable flip-flops. Unfortunately, they're still a tad big (and even bigger when he scrunches his toes up like in the picture). I know baby flip-flops aren't practical, but you gotta admit they're so darling! :)

Triangles

I know I've talked about it before, but I just can't help myself. I think it's so stinking adorable that Tyler has triangle shaped nostrils. I noticed them nearly immediately after he was born, but figured they would change shape as he grew and got bigger. They are still as adorable as the day he was born. Can't say I know many kids with triangle nostrils!

Young Love

Aren't these two lovebirds just adorable? This weekend a friend and I hosted a baby shower. Since I knew I'd be busy, I had Ty stay home with Joe. Afterwards, Joe and Ty came over to eat some leftovers and clean up. My friend ended up coming back with the kiddos and Ty got some one-on-one time with Baby M. They were oh-so-entertained with a gigantic lion balloon. They were sharing the balloon and trying to hold hands while they giggled at each bounce of the balloon. Can we say, precious?!

A new first

Since hitting the 4 month mark, Ty hasn't been sleeping through the night anymore. It's like he's a newborn again, waking every 2-4 hours starving. As soon as he eats, he goes right back to sleep. A friend suggested it's probably a sign h

e's ready for solids. Since he's so big (90th percentile for weight for his age), he might not be getting enough from just BM anymore. We started him on rice cereal once a day, and he really seems to enjoy it. He doesn't push the spoon out of his mouth, like many babies do at first. Guess it was a sign he was ready! He slurps the cereal right up and likes to "bite" down on the spoon. My baby is growing up so (too) fast!

Eyeballing the spoon...

Wasn't quite sure what to make of it at first...

Made a mess, but overall seemed to enjoy it! :)

Play Date

Now that it's summer break, I can enjoy having lunch dates and play dates. Today we got together with a friend from the squadron who had her baby boy exactly 2 months after Ty. Finally, Ty has a buddy to hang out with! For a while, he had lots of girlfriends (I don't think he minded all that much). But, it seems as if it's the year of the boy - I know of 2 people having/had girls this year, and about 10 people who had/are having a boy!!!

The boys are around the same size, even though Baby T is two months younger. Our baby boys are happy and healthy fellas!

4 months old!

I am so behind on blogging, but now that school's out for summer, I'll be sure to update more often! Last week Ty had his 4 month baby well appointment. His stats were:

-16 lbs 6 oz (90th percentile)

-25" long (60th percentile)

-17" head circumference (70th percentile)

Overall, a healthy and happy baby!!!

At 4 months Ty...

-is discovering his voice; he's been cooing and giggling for quite some time, but he's been squealing at new octaves lately (our poor ears) out of sheer delight

-is enjoying tummy time; holds his head up at 90 degrees and loves to do the Superman pose (head up and legs up and balances on his tummy)

-is discovering his hands; he can grab his toys and bring them to his mouth; his apple is his favorite at the moment; he also adoringly grabs onto my shirt while I nurse him

-wears size 2 diapers... although I suspect he'll be in size 3 fairly soon

-is wearing size 6/6-9 month clothing, depending on the brand; but still doesn't fit into any of his shoes!

-is camera shy! He's all smiles/giggles, but when the camera comes out he's Mr. Serious!

-sleeps up to 9 hours undisturbed through the night (expect this last week since he's been feverish from his shots)

-takes a good long morning and afternoon nap; preferably on Mommy or Daddy's chest/lap or in his bouncy chair

-LOVES Baby Einstein DVD's

-is still enthralled with his mobile and crib piano

I can't believe my baby is already 4 months old! Time is sure flying by and we're enjoying every moment and each new stage!