My Girls Are Sleeping

With Thanksgiving over, my girls were able to take a much needed nap.

Visits with Family

We had a few big days, filled with visits from family. Of course, we had much to celebrate at Thanksgiving. Layla shared in the celebration by sporting her Little Turkey onesie (naturally, she puked all over it in the morning before I snapped pics, but we were quick to wash it and redress her!).





Grandpa and Charley spent the Thanksgiving day with us. You can see in the pic that Grandpa couldn't even wait to take off his jacket before he had Layla scooped up in his arms. She spent a good portion of the day there, nice and cozy.







On Friday, Layla got to meet her Aunt Jen, Uncle Dana, and cousins Katie and Jake. Here's a pic of Katie holding Layla. Shortly after this pic was taken, Katie slipped in our kitchen and cracked her head on a corner. A fairly quick trip to the ER and her head was all patched up. Layla didn't quite know what to think about all of the excitement!





After the excitement of the ER (Mommy and Layla stayed home while Daddy took Jen and Katie to the hospital), we enjoyed leftovers and lots of pie. We ended the day with our first ride in the Layla mobile. Thanks to Grandmommy and Granddaddy's friend Jeanne for the beautiful hat that kept Layla's ears nice and toasty.

Layla and Mommy Have a Busy Day

In the morning, Mommy cleaned Layla up.



















A clean baby is a happy baby (and mom)!















Then they answered emails together. Layla hung out in her sling that Aunt Meredith and Uncle Ronak bought for her.

Layla Meets Her Pediatrician

Layla had a 9am sharp appointment with her pediatrician this morning. This first photo shows her sitting expectantly in her car seat. Obviously she could hardly contain herself.

We left behind schedule due to a wardrobe malfunction. Luckily Layla's pediatrician works only a 15 minute minute drive from our house.

Layla looked on incredulously as Becky and I realized, after arriving, that we brought ourselves and her but no diaper bag or baby gear (diapers, wipes, lotions, wet-vac, etc.). Obviously we are amateurs with a lot to learn.










Layla happily met her doctor, Dr. Brittany Boulanger, but could've done without the cold hands.

Dr. Boulanger declared Layla to be in perfect health. She patiently answered our questions on sleep cycles and breast feeding and let us know what to expect from Layla regarding development and milestones. Months ago, I didn't know a meconium from a pseudo-menses, now I listen raptly knowing that this information could prove critical later.

Layla has gained weight since being released from the hospital. She'll return to the clinic on Friday for a weight check to track progress.

You can't go wrong when your doctor has a good French name like Boulanger; so Layla and I are glad to have her on our team.

Mimi Made a Quilt for Layla

Layla sleeps on her quilt, a handmade gift from Mimi (her paternal grandmother).

Hair

We are fascinated by Layla's dark hair. We knew that one meaning of Layla is "dark beauty" and we laughed because we just knew we would have a blond child, given that both of us were blond as children. So here she is with a fair amount of dark hair...it seems to be black. Totally took us by surprise. Of course, it may fall out and come back in a lighter shade. We'll have to wait and see if she really does end up living up to her name!

The thing I love most about her hair is the cute little cowlick right in the front. So adorable!

Mommy and Layla Relaxing on Their First Full Day Home

Mommy and Layla relaxing after an early feeding. Our first night at home was probably typical. We didn't get much sleep. With Layla only being three days old, I suppose it's too early to declare a routine but I definitely enjoy our mornings. The past few, Layla has been especially peaceful and sweet. I'll have to keep this in mind during the evenings.