Ava has my heart and each and every day I am so thankful for her! Our little family of 4 is surely blessed. Ava has eased into a pretty solid daily routine; of course it waivers at times but it is predictable enough. I have a few favorite times during the day: 1) anytime I get to play with her 2) her 3rd nap of the day. This nap is one that Ava spends laying on my chest snuggling and so very peaceful. I know I need to get her in her crib during this time sooner rather then later (mainly because I need to get things done while both kids sleep) but I love having her so close. It is so hard to believe how much bigger she is now compared to when her nights were spent sleeping on top of me. It is amazing how strong and happy she is now. It makes my heart so happy to see these amazing changes that she has made in just 5 months.
Ava LOVES Mason; she literally can't take her eyes off him. If she is lucky enough to get close to him she grabs for him and tries to touch him. I love the connection she already has with him. Mason loves her to but just doesn't know it yet. One night Ava was in her crib playing on her back and Mason took it upon himself to climb up and start playing and talking to her. Matt and I stood outside her room, our hearts full with love for our little family. Mason often sings to Ava when she is crying, "It's ok Ava, we hate to see you cry." I take these little signs throughout the day as proof he loves and cares for his little sister.
Ava eats two meals a day and has graduated to a highchair which she seems to enjoy. She also took her first big girl stroll in the stroller, the big seat is cooler then the car seat and gives her much more wiggle room. Ava is still fitting in 3 month size clothing but I've started using some of her 6 month outfits....they are only slightly big on her. We also switched to size 2 diapers just days before she turned 5 months.
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| 1st time in the highchair |
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| 1st stroller ride in the big seat |
There is little that makes Ava unhappy; there is little that upsets her. Her calm, easygoing personality allows me to drag her along with me to run errands or simply plop her on the floor to play. When she needs something or doesn't like something she lets me know. If she is crying she is either tired, hungry or needs a diaper change.
Likes:
- kisses on her neck & feet
- her pacifier
- walks
- apples & pears
- when we talk with her
Ava is our little sweet pea! I love watching her change right before my eyes; I know all to well she will won't be a baby forever. She brings me such joy with her cuddles and giggles I am so lucky to be her mom.
Mason at 5 months
Mason and I had a few mommy & Mason dates this week and boy does it make a difference! Most people would consider our dates "running errands," however Mason and I call them dates! This week we went to the bank, grocery store (twice), bakery, Starbucks and took a walk. This time is special for both of us and seems to recharge Mase a bit. He loves this time alone with me and I feel the same way. It allows me to focus all my attention on him - no ipad, laundry or cooking going on. Just some good old fashioned quality time with my son. 
