A new perspective

Here we find Leah sitting in her Bumbo Seat. This is the first week that she has really enjoyed sitting in the Bumbo, and as you can see - she loves it. She smiles wide, and loves to watch Jack and Buffett as they walk past. Sitting up straight offers a whole new perspective on the world. If Jack looks a little sad in this photo, it is because Leah is wearing footie pj's, which prevent him from licking her toes. We're working on Halloween ideas, so if anyone has any suggestions please comment. I wanted Leah to be a puppy & Jack to be a baby, but can't find a puppy costume small enough for Leah. Costume choices are limited when the babies are this size, and I'm just not that creative of a mommy!

Leah's other exciting first to report is that she spent her first night in her own room last night. Up until then, she hed been sleeping in a cradle in our room. I put her down in her crib at 9:00, and she went to sleep. She woke up about 20 minutes later, but after about 5 minutes of fussing, a pacifier had her back out before 9:30. Then she slept until 7:50 this morning without a peep! I think the move was much harder on me than it was on her!!!- J

Busy, busy girl.

So, it has been a while since we got something new put up here. Leah has been very busy with a full social schedule. Here she is enjoying the nice weather at Starbucks with Annie Duguid. Annie went to elementary school with Leah's Mommy, so they have known eachother for a long time! Aren't these girls pretty in pink?















Here are a few shots of Leah close up. First, that smile that is melting hearts all over Atlanta. The second photo is of Daddy's Sweetpea sleeping soundly in snuggly pajamas.




Leah had an exciting visitor this weekend. Her Auntie Kris came to visit from CT. Auntie Kris was excited to visit with Leah, and get a baby refresher, since she is expecting Baby Sprout in March. Leah's favorite part of the visit was story time, when Auntie Kris read several Sandra Boynton books to her.

Leah had shabbat dinner with Uncle Michael, Aunt Kim, & Cousin Charlie (Cousin Max was already in bed). We attempted to get a photo of Leah with Cousin Charlie. However, photographing an 11 week old & a 4 week old is challenging - someone is either eating, crying, or sleeping at all times. Here, they were both doing the same thing at once - sleeping!

Too Cute Not to Post

No huge news, but these pics were pretty special. One is a close up of Leah that is just too cute. The other is Leah hanging out with 91 year-old Sylvia Cooper - a very special lady who thinks Leah is pretty special too!

Right on Track

Leah had her 2 month doctor's appointment last week. She is growing well, and up to 10lbs, 2oz. She falls into the 50th percentile for height, 35th percentile for weight, and only the 8th percentile for head circumference. Her Daddy says "No wonder her neck is so strong - her noggin must be very easy to hold up since it is so small!". The doctor was very pleased with Leah's growth, and told us to keep doing what we're doing. That's great for Leah, but Mommy is starting to be a bit more ready for a consistent schedule. However, Leah is thriving and continues to be very flexible and easy...so Mommy will follow doctor's orders for a bit longer.

As you can see, Leah has had a pretty quiet week. Not too much else to report from here.

First Picnic

Today Leah had her first picnic at Chastain Park, with her friends Samuel Galbraith & Anna Sims. Mommies and babies all enjoyed a nice lunch, and the beautiful fall-preview weather that the Atlanta area is experiencing. Leah, Samuel & Anna have all "known eachother" for a while, since the mommies were part of the United Way preggo crew over the past few months. Today was the first time that the babies were all together outside of the womb! FYI - Leah is in the carrier with the flowered cover, Sam is in the middle, and Anna is on the other end. Sam already has the ladies fighting over him! - J

Family, and more family

Here is a better picture of cousin Charlie's little face. Hard to believe that 7+ weeks ago, Leah was even a touch smaller than Charlie is!!













It is hard to read, but the bib says "Are these people really my relatives?" Since it was a gift from Aunt Carol, and our family really is huge and together often, we thought it was appropriate to try this on for size this week.














Leah meets Aunt Lori, who is in town all the way from Oregon.

















Leah and cousin Jessica have met before, it has just taken a while for Jessica to get her hands on the baby!

Peaks and Valleys

Our planned trip to Lake Oconee had to be cancelled last week, as our family experienced a true tragedy. Leah's Uncle Eric passed away quite unexpectedly, leaving the entire family devastated. Thanks to all of our friends and extended family who have offered support during this difficult time. One of the saddest moments for me was the realization that I don't even have a picture of Leah with her Uncle Eric. He loved to look at her, but was still a bit too intimidated by her tiny size to hold her for a photo opp. Part of why I share this with you is to give some context for why I may be turning a bit obsessive about documenting all the important people that Leah meets from here on out.

While we are all still reeling from the loss of Eric, we are also sharing the joy of Uncle Michael, Aunt Kim, and cousin Max as they welcome Leah's newest first cousin today. In fact, New Baby Dinerman is so new, that at the time I am writing this he does not yet have a name! Here you can get a glimpse of the top of his noggin as his proud Daddy steals a moment with him.




Lucky Leah got an impromptu visit from Veevee this week. They hadn't seen eachother in 3 weeks, and Veevee was very impressed with Leah's growth.






Here is Leah lounging after a good meal. Ahh, to be a baby again...Here are Shannon, Leah, & Jack demonstrating the type of balancing act that we do in our house every day. We hope to see each of you very soon, and if we haven't said it lately : "We love you". - J, A, & L