Mom & Me

You spend a lot of time with Mom, but rarely do you ever get a picture together. Tonight you were enjoying tummy time with Mom and Dad took a picture of you guys.

President's Day

Today was President's Day and both Mom and Dad had the day off. We spent the morning at home doing your usual eat, sleep, and play. Then we went to lunch with Grandpa Hales, Ayrika, Brent, and Andrea. (Grandma Hales had to work.) You started crying as soon as our food came out. You were just tired and once Mom swaddled you up, you fell asleep. Dad picked out your outfit today. You had never worn it before. Mary Nelson bought you this vest and cords.

This evening for Family Home Evening we went to visit Great Grandma Andrus. We are lucky that we live just a few blocks from her house. We put you in the BOB jogging stroller and walked over. You were a little grumpy on the way over but once we got there you were all smiles. You enjoyed spending time with Grandma.

The first 3 months

Mom wants to compare all of your changes as you grow. Here are the first three months!

Rolling to both sides

Today you let Mom and Dad sleep in until 8:30 - this is a rare treat. You slept so well in your crib baby girl. Mom fed you, and then we went to the living room to play. Mom set you on the edge of your new play mat (that we are borrowing from the Burr's) and you rolled to the left. Dad thought that you didn't do it on your own. But you sure told him. He set you back up on your tummy and then you rolled to the right.

You love laying on your back playing with Mr. Turtle and pulling on the other rings and toys. You talk to them until you get tired.

Meeting Olivia Burr

This afternoon we went over to see Mom's friend Amber. A few days after your name was chosen, Amber and Jordan found out they were going to adopt a baby girl. They decided to name their baby Olivia too. Olivia Burr is letting you borrow some of her clothes and toys.

Olivia Burr was born in August, so she is a few months older than you. We can't wait until you are sitting up just like her.

Today you wore your first turtleneck, but it is hard to tell because you still don't have very much of a neck. But we still think you are pretty cute.

3 Months Old

You turned 3 months old today! Time goes by way too fast, but we are loving every second of it. Here are some of the things you are doing right now.


- You went swimming for the first time.
- Started sleeping in your crib at night.
- You usually will sleep from 9-3, wake up and eat, and then sleep again from 3:30 - 7.
- Then I get you ready and drop you off at 7:15. I pick you up at noon and then we start our 2 hour schedule. Eat and play for the first hour, nap for the second. And we do that until bedtime.
- On February 3rd, you was blessed at church by you dad.
- You went to church for the first time, everyone loved you.
- When we read a book to her, you look at the pages.
- You love sucking on your hands.
- Your eyes are still blue! Crossing our fingers they don't change.
- Sometimes when we coo or pretend talk with you, you will copy what we do.
- You started laughing.
- Holds your head up really well during tummy time.
- Still wears size 1 diapers, but we are close to moving up to 2's.
- Wears mostly 3 month clothing, 3-6 is a little big.
- Your hair is slowly growing, and you have a few random long pieces on top.
- Has great leg strength and loves standing up.
- Went on a run with mom in the jogging stroller.
- You love Dad's singing and funny voices.
- You weigh a little over 11 pounds.
- Started drooling a ton.
- Likes to play (aka suck on) with her toys Minnie Mouse and turtle.
- Uses your hands to try and grab her toys, and will hold them.
- Rolled over for the first time, and a few times since. (Front to back)
- Love sitting in your bumbo chair for a few minutes at a time.
- Had your 1st Valentines Day.

Your first Valentines Day

Today was your first Valentines Day. You went to Sarah's house in the morning and then came home at noon with Mom. You ate, and then we played, and then you napped. (You are pretty good at keeping to the schedule.)

During play time, Grandma Sue, and Great Grandma Andrus came over to bring us some food for dinner. Grandma Sue also brought you some presents for Valentines Day. She brought you 2 new dresses for church, some socks, and a onesie. You liked talking to them, and showing off your cute smile.

Mom cleaned the house and got dinner ready for Dad. Then we ate and played again. We got to go back to Sarah's house while Mom did her Visiting Teaching. You got to meet Andie's baby Logan. He was born 5 days after you and you are a lot bigger than him. You guys liked to look at each other, but you didn't do too much talking. Then we went to Katie's house where you met James and they have a few animals there. (A dog, cat, birds, and a visiting bunny.) You were good to miss your nap, but were cranky later on.

Mom wasn't feeling too well that night. You relaxed in your chair while Mom and Dad ate their Valentines dinner.

Mom - Had a busy day!

Dad- He was so excited for his salmon dinner.

You- Just watching dinner happen, you can have some next year. 

Mom's little shopper

Today we went to the mall in the afternoon. Your friend Sadie is having her first birthday this weekend. She was your first friend, and you spend every morning with her. We picked out a bunny sweater from the gap. Mom couldn't leave without something for you, so you came home with a new pajama set. Mom loves for you to wear matching bows too. (This was before you went to bed.)

Going to work with Mom

Today Mom had to give a presentation to the Principal and parents of her students. It was later in the afternoon and she didn't want to take you back to the babysitter. So you came to Vineyard Elementary. Mom fed you right before the presentation. One of the teachers was talking when you decided to let em rip. You started farting and pooping loudly. You were distracting everyone from the presentation. When it was Mom's turn to talk, she laid you on the floor. You decided to start talking and cooing as soon as she started her part. (You recognized Mom's voice and was talking back.) All of the parents thought it was cute, and the principal acknowledged you as part of the 3rd grade team.

You wore your skinny jeans and Mom thought your bum looked extra cute in them. 

This blue blanket you are laying on is from one of Mom's students, Taryn. 

Winter Sunday Photo Shoot

Because it is Winter and the Flu and RSV have been especially bad this year, we make you stay home from church. Mom and Dad take turns going to Sacrament and you stay away from all of the sick germs. While you were home with Mom, you were being especially happy so Mom took some pictures of you in your Valentines outfits.

After church, we always eat dinner at Grandma and Grandpa Hales house. This week Aunt Lindsey and her boys were there for dinner too. Mom made Cafe Rio Pork for Aunt Lindsey's birthday. Ian, Isaiah, and Marshall were there. They don't see too many babies, and they were concerned about your bald spot on the back of your head.

Uncle Dan is getting more comfortable with holding you each time we see him. He was talking to you, but for some reason you got scared and started crying uncontrollably. He tried to console you, but you weren't having it. We hope he isn't scared to hold you next time.