We have a "toddler"!

Today my boy & I:

-went to lunch
-showed each other where our "noses" were
-made sun tea
-drank sun tea
-played with fire trucks
-shared a couple of gummy bears
-went grocery shopping
&
-sang "Monkey Jamboree" about thirty times

& then, while I watched him try to put on my shoes I realized that in all the week to week excitement of Baby Hadley, I have neglected to record all the amazing changes we are seeing in our little boy! So here is a little update of where we are with his progress, and who he is quickly becoming.

Size: At last check, he was a slight 20 pounds and 26 inches tall. My little man! He is still able to wear some of his 9 month shorts, including bathing suits. We are however FINALLY in 18 month shirts, and one piece outfits with a coupe 12 month pieces mixed in. He has these short little legs (sorry buddy!) and people always jokingly ask if he is wearing shorts or pants!

Illness: We were very lucky with Bug. He caught RSV from a friend earlier on this year, and got an ear infection from that. Aside from that he has been relatively healthy. We had a little problem when we switched to whole milk. I was giving him way too much and it made his my hurt, but once we realized that was the problem we reduced it and no problems since!

Mobility: We FINALLY have a walker. A couple weeks ago, we let him out of our arms at his Nana & Papaws and little man just takes off for his Nana. About 5 awesome steps! He has since then gotten to where he walks almost everywhere. He still crawls when he falls down, mainly because he a hasn't figured out how to stand up without assistance from something stationary. We are still a little wobbly but he is doing so good, so fast!

Communication: Hunter is still saying the basics, Mama & Dada. We have heard "cat" a few times when Chloe startles him, and he can say "Nana". Other than that he has up just learned he can scream. It is a high pitched happy scream that makes people turn around and stare at us in the store! Sorry!

Sleep: I am happy to report that Bug is sleeping through the night, and without the paci! We took it away over a month ago and it was hard for a couple of weeks but he now gets a cup of milk, and either a bath or just a wind down and then we lay him down and he goes to sleep! He whines a title sometimes but he generally is a good little sleeper. No strict bedtime but usually 8:30, 9:30 at the most and sleeps till 7:30, some mornings he will go until 9:30.

Feeding: We are now drinking three 6oz sippy cups of milk a day. In addition to that he has his traditional 3 meals and snacks here and then. He loves food, however, he is a little more picky than he was as an infant. We did baby led weaning, and Hunter was always so good about a variety of foods. I think it is a stage though that's he is in where he does not do well with red meat, and he chews things and spots them back out (gross, I know). He also is now throwing his food on the ground, which mommy does not like. All in all, he still eats very well. We definitely know when it's dinner time in this house, as we get a little cranky if a meal is running late!

Personality: I say this in the best way, but Hunter is still a little high maintenance. With that said, he is the sweetest little thing. He crawls up in my lap and wants hugs and kisses and he has the sweetest little laugh. When we figure out what triggers it we wear it out making him giggle. He is also the most persistent little thing. When he wants something, he goes for it and no amount of distraction or diversion helps our case. He just has to pitch a little fit!

Likes: Blowing kisses, berries of any kind, when Nana sneaks him full strength sweet tea, walking, when Dad "roars" at him, going for walks, playing with the "big kids", he loves all his grandparents but adores his Papa & Papaw

Dislikes: getting dressed, the word "No", having his diaper changed, having to stay away from the hearth, getting strapped into just about anything, getting out of the bath, loud noises especially baby screams

So, at thirteen months our little baby is big boy. He is changing before our eyes and we are so proud and blessed to call him ours.

18 Weeks

Oh goodness. We are two weeks from being HALFWAY! That is crazy to me!

How far along: 18 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: Down about 18-20 depending on when I weigh

Maternity clothes: Nothing new. Wear my maternity shorts a lot. About to suck it up and invest in some maternity leggings and long flow-y tops!

Stretch Marks: Unfortunately yes, going to grab some Bio Oil soon!

Sleep: When I sleep, I sleep hard. Random energy during the day!

Best Moment this week: Getting baby girl's crib. Had my heart set on a white Jenny Lind since we were expecting Bug. Found one and set it up. With her bedding I made it is just perfect!

Miss anything: Honestly, no. I am so ready to meet our girl!

Movement: Hadley Jo is a mover! Anytime I am bent over, she kicks like crazy! "Get off me Mom!"

Food Cravings: Not really a constant craving this week! Just something looks good, I grab it! Trying to balance that out by eating healthy when I can.

Anything make you sick or queasy: Eggs. With cheese. Which I love. Sad moment for this Momma!

Have you started to show yet: Lord yes.

Labor Signs: Braxton Hicks every so often. I recently found out you actually experience those the entire pregnancy. Some feel them, some don't.

Belly Button in or out: In, and please let it stay that way!

Wedding Rings on or off: On, loose actually.

Happy or Moody most of the time: More moody than normal lately. Quick to anger, sorry Brock!

Looking forward to: Taking Hunter & Hadley to the beach in two weeks! Got to find some cute maternity beach wear!

So that's about it. A nursery update will be coming this week!

Scored this little baby yesterday for $15! I have been eyeing it for little girl for months. Its still pretty pricey online but was reduced by a ton in stores. Everything is 50% off today, so if you have a Gap nearby, get to it!

Dreams

I woke up this morning and in those couple minutes where you lay there & almost don't even know where you are I remembered my dream.

I think we were in the hospital. It was morning and I was sitting on the bed they have there for the husband, and my sister was with me. And Brock brings over this little bundle. He gives it to me, and I start unwraping and it is my sweet baby Hadley. She was perfect. Incredibly perfect. Dark hair just like her brother and this soft skin, and big blue eyes. As amazing as she could possibly be. & then Jenn & I start dressing her like a little doll. Putting on outfits, taking them off and trying on others.

I was in pure heaven. I have been so scared to have Haddie. I guess because this time I know what to expect. With Hunter I was oblivious to everything, and just knowing what could be there is certainly more anticipation and this just made me feel so much better. We have gotten our Doula, and are starting Bradley classes in May. I just feel so accomplished and peaceful. I hope someone reminds me of that in about 6 months!

What a blessed Mama I am :)

16 Weeks

How far along: 16 Weeks

Total weight gain/loss: Down 12-15 lbs depending on when I weigh

Maternity clothes: Finally splurged on maternity shorts! It is going to hot this summer and I was busting out of everything.

Stretch Marks: Nothing new

Sleep: Sleeping better at night, random spurts of energy during the day!

Best Moment this week: Finding out the sex. Sad to cancel the party when they couldn't tell on Saturday but so glad Wednesday that they could tell!

Miss anything:Not having heartburn

Movement: It feels like when you are driving kind fast and you hit a bump that takes your stomach! :)

Food Cravings: Hot pockets still. Ham & cheese specifically.

Anything make you sick or queasy: Doing laundry did it this week. So weird.

Have you started to show yet: Have to say I am

Gender Prediction: There is no prediction any more! We found out we are having a little girl! So excited to meet Hadley Joy in the fall.

Labor Signs: Lord, no.

Belly Button in or out: In, and please let it stay that way!

Wedding Rings on or off: On

Happy or Moody most of the time: Emotional wreck, I tell ya. Songs, commercials, everything makes me cry.

Looking forward to: Getting Haddie's room put together

Over all it has been an amazing week! We are so very happy with everything that is going on right now. So happy that it feels like everything is way to good to be true!