Cuteness!

4 Month Well Child Check

Madelyn went to see Dr. Schmidt yesterday for her 4 month well child check.  She had to get two shots and one oral vaccine.  She was already getting tired, so she was not a happy camper for any of the vaccines, not even the oral one.  It breaks Mommy's heart every time to hear her cry, but I know the vaccines are for her own good.  Thankfully, the shots did not seem to have the same side effects as last time.  Last time, she was very irritable.  This time, I could tell she was extra tired and clingy.  She didn't want me to put her down....so, we snuggled for a while before she eventually fell asleep on my shoulder while we were rocking in the rocking chair on the front porch.  I hate knowing she probably wasn't feeling well, but oh, how Mommy loved holding her sweet girl!  Her legs look a little swollen today at the injection sites, but she seems to be almost back to her normal self....maybe still a little tired.

Little Miss Maddie is developing and growing beautifully! 

Her 4 month stats:
Weight:  12 lbs. 13 oz.
Length:  24 1/4 inches

Balsamic Strawberry Pizza

Just had to share this recipe I came across on Pinterest!  It's not something I would normally make, but it was actually really good!  I just used a pre-made thin pizza crust, which made it even easier.

Click here to view the recipe for Balsamic Strawberry Pizza!

4 Months Old!

I can't believe our little girl is 4 months old!  That's already 1/3 of the way to being a year!  I know I say this every month, but time really does fly by!  Here's what Maddie is up to now:

• wearing 3-6 month clothing
• wearing size 2 diapers
• She can sit with help--either in her bumbo seat or propped up on the couch as long as we are nearby
• She has learned how to roll from her back to her belly, and she loves it!  Anytime we put her on the floor to play, she immediately turns over to her belly and holds that head up high.  This also means that she rolls over onto her tummy when she sleeps!  This worried me at first, but Maddie quickly taught me there is nothing I can do to stop it!
• Favorite toys:  Lulu in a Tutu, Doodlebug, her jumperoo, looking at books, Piglet lovie, and taggie lovie
• She is eating about every 3 - 3 1/2 hours during the day, but can go as long as 4 1/2 hours if she is napping.  She has been taking bottles while she is in the nursery at church as long as they are warmed.
• She goes to sleep while I am rocking her and nursing her.  (Bad habit, I know!) Her bedtime is at 8 p.m. She usually wakes up once during the night to eat.  Usually she'll have a good 6 - 7 hour stretch before she wakes up, then she'll usually wake up again after about 3 - 4 hours.  Most of the time, she'll immediately go back to sleep after she eats.  We are not swaddling her anymore since she can roll over.  Lately, she's been ready to get up and start the day between 6:30 and 7:30 a.m.
• She loves putting everything in her mouth!
• Maddie loves her swing and naps in it about 3-4 times a day.
• She likes being held and walked around so she can look at everything.  She also enjoys us dancing with her while we sing.
• Maddie likes the tv!  I don't deliberately put her in front of it to watch it, but I'll catch her watching it when it is on.
• She enjoys being outside!  Spring is coming, so that means more outdoor play time and walks!
• Her little legs are getting stronger.  She likes to "stand" with help.
• She will follow us with her eyes as we walk around the room.  She likes to watch Hershey too.
• She smiles, giggles, coos, squeals, makes blowing noises, and trys to talk ("oooo", "ah-goo").  I think she just likes hearing herself squeal and can get quite loud. 
• She thinks it's funny when I blow quick little puffs of air in her face or when I put my mouth on her belly and blow.
• She is a good car rider and this will often put her to sleep if she is tired.
• She goes on regular errands with us and seems to enjoy getting out and seeing other sights and sounds.
• Maddie enjoys bath time and is starting splash around a little more by kicking her legs. 
• She does a good job taking her Vitamin D every day and will often open her little mouth in anticipation, although I'm not sure how much she likes the taste as she will sometimes make faces after she swallows.
• She goes for her 4 month well child check with Dr. Schmidt on Thursday, so we'll post stats then.

Here Comes Peter Cottontail...Easter's on its Way!

Mommy, Daddy, and Madelyn made another trip out to the daffodil field to make some Easter pictures.  Happy Hoppy Easter!

 

It Feels Like a New House

Trying to plan ahead for when we sale the house next year, Cody and I decided to put laminate flooring in our living room, kitchen, and hallway.  We also had a tile backsplash put in the kitchen.  With all the upgrades and with a new furniture layout in the living room, it feels like a brand new house.  We love it!

Before

After

Springtime Came Early!

You might remember when Cody, Hershey, and I went to the daffodil fields around this time last year.  I was actually very early pregnant in those pictures, but I didn't yet know it!  So, of course, it is only fitting that we had some pictures made of Madelyn at the daffodil fields this year!

One afternoon last week (when it was around 80 degrees that day), I decided to take Maddie to the daffodil fields.  Maddie was a little tired, but Mommy enjoyed taking pictures of her!  I hope to go back again while they are still blooming to get some more shots. 

Maddie with her Easter basket

A nice lady offered to take our picture together

Mommy loves her baby girl

What are you looking at?

Little Miss Hollywood

Pinterest Strikes Again!

Although I'm a little late to use it for Valentine's this year, it's ready to go for next year.  This sweet little project was super cheap.  I already had the paint, I bought the hearts at A.C. Moore for about 30 cents a piece, and the ribbon for $2.50.  Then I just glued it all together with a hot glue gun (which I already had!)

Rolling, Rolling!

Maddie's new milestone: Rolling from back to belly!