Dear Lydia, The world is getting bigger and more exciting to you. You have discovered you can grab things. This is huge. You now hold teething rings and toys to chew many of your waking moments. We are also adjusting to you reaching for things while we hold you and eat or read or some…
First Year Letters
5 Months Old
Dear Lydia, You are an absolute delight. You are finding your voice and wake up exploring your vocal range and abilities. Lots of squeals and squeaks and if it has been too long, shouts. Laughing comes easily to you. You love looking in the mirror and dancing with me. You love seeing Emily jump and…
4 Months Old
Dear Lydia, You are an absolute joy and everyone wants to be your best friend. You’ve started giggling and laughing and we all try to do things to get you started. So far Emily waving a sheet around seems to be the funniest thing to you, or watching her while we walk down the stairs. …
2 Months Old
Dear Lydia, You are smiling! We all love smiling and talking with you in hopes that you will join in. When you first wake up you are quick to give us a grin. You are also starting to be more vocal. When you are ready for a nap you will start making little shouts that…
One Month Old
Dear Lydia, This first month of life with you has gone so fast – and it seems like you’ve always been with us! Your neck continues to get stronger and stronger. Not only can you still move it back and forth during tummy time, but you also like to try and hold your neck up…
One Week Old
Dear Lydia, We are absolutely delighted and grateful to have you here in our home with our family – and we can tell you are too. From the first moment you met your sisters and brother you have been completely content to be held by them, sung to by them, and watch their play. When…
10 Months Old
Dear Laura, You are learning so many new things right now. Every day it is fun to be surprised by what you can do! Currently you crawl anywhere and everywhere – fast. We are all surprised to turn around and have you right there with us. One of your favorite hang-out spots is the bottom of…
8 Months Old
Dear Laura, If I were to describe you in one word at this age it would be enthusiastic. You love people and you love life and your whole body exudes joy and excitement. Sitting up and playing happens a lot, side by side with your siblings. You are okay playing with whatever is in front…
7 Months Old
Dear Laura, This last month you’ve changed so much and are so much fun! You’ve started eating some baby food. It took a few weeks for you to warm up to the idea but now you are totally sold. You talk constantly while you are eating so your food sprays quite a bit. You haven’t shown any preference and…
5 Months Old
Dear Laura, You are five months old! When we look at you your whole body lights up. You flash a huge smile and wriggle with enthusiasm. You laugh when we kiss your cheeks, change your clothes, or you see something funny. You enjoy singing and are particularly fond of The Wheels on the Bus. You…