Mommy and Me

A while back I ordered a couple of mommy and me dresses. They came in this past week and I was so excited to wear them on my days off. I'll have to post pictures of the other one at another time because we didn't get pictures of those. Isn't Juliana's smile so adorable?

Simple and Perfect

Juliana sure does love hanging out with daddy! She always gets so excited when he comes home. She smiles from ear to ear and yells "dad". Watching daddy and her interact makes for great perfect moments! It doesn't get any better this.

Break Time

A little break during the photo shoot with daddy.

Daddy Daughter Photos

I mentioned in an earlier post we got daddy daughter photos done for Father's Day. It was super hot that day but

Colista did a GREAT job as usual!

First Appointment

Today was our first appointment for our second little peanut. During the ultrasound he/she was all over the place. The tech kept saying your baby is a mover. The heart rate was 159 and everything looked good. I was correct that the due date would be February 2 or 3. It's the 3rd. Which would make me about 12 weeks 5 days. She said I measured about 13 to 14 weeks and the ultrasound showed 12 weeks 2 or 3 days (I can't remember). Regardless she is staying with the 12 weeks 5 days as she believes that is the most accurate.

A Growing Princess

Juliana never ceases to amaze me. She learns so quickly. Juliana is saying a gazillon words, put puzzles to together matching the various colors, loves to dance, tend to her babies, help with daily chores and clean up messes, read stories and cuddle. Often times she is trying to scare us. She loves to hide and say "Boo". A few other things she has been saying lately are:

• look
• blue
• white
• not nice
• bunny
• kitty
• towel
• wipe

She also likes to make animals sounds and can tell many animals apart. I just don't think she will ever slow down.

Today she had her 18 month checkup. She is doing well. I'm still able to provide breastmilk for her and she willingly nurses at night. During the day she rather have a bottle of half breastmilk and almond coconut milk. We try to give her a variety of food including vegetables and fruits. I also try to encourage fish once or twice a week, which sometimes is a hit and other days not so much. Most of the time it seems she either eats scrambled eggs, chicken or pb sandwiches/crackers for protein. And then some days it all ends up on the floor. It's a struggle some days, making sure there is healthy food to eat and time set aside for meals. Before her I didn't really have to worry so much. I mean if I had a busy a day then no big deal I'd get something when I could. Now I have to set time aside for meals.

Juliana is just growing and has the best little personality. Her giggle is adorable, her smile is contagious and we can't help but LOVE her.

EXPLOSIVE

We are growing as a family!

Juliana will be a BIG SISTER.

I know she will be a GREAT sister because she is constantly playing, kissing and changing her baby doll. She loves to help us do everyday tasks like picking up and cleaning.

Now that you know our exciting news I'm asking any of my breastfeeding mommas for help. I have managed to breastfeed Juliana for 17 months and I am still going. Breastmilk has so many benefits for infants and toddlers so I hope to go for several more months. Not only have I managed to nourish Juliana but I have provided nutrients for seven other babes. Some were full-time, some part-time/temporary to help moms try to reach their goal. When I got pregnant I was still helping one momma reach her goal. Now I'm extremely fatigued and don't seem to be producing a lot of extra to help like I was. So if any of you mommas know anyone or can help out yourself, even if it is just a little bit, that would be great! I can get the milk to her just let me know. She asks that the donor refrain from smoking, alcohol or medication use. Thanks for any help with this.

And I hope you enjoyed hearing our secret!