Month {4}

Ryann started daycare on January 2^nd. Having her stay at home with my mom for a couple weeks after I went back to work really helped soften the separation anxiety blow for me. It helped me get used to being away from her for 8-10 hours a day. I had a peace knowing she was getting lots of love and care from Grandma. 

She started daycare on a Thursday so I decided to take that day and the following day off. She did half days both days. A friend suggested I ease into it that way to get both of used to the new routine and environment. I was a bit nervous the night before her first day. I’m a bit of a procrastinator so, in true Angela fashion, I was scrambling to pull everything together on the daycare checklist…pre-made bottles, a few changes of clothes, a couple of fitted crib sheets, receiving blankets, bibs, etc. I went to bed still feeling a bit uneasy but was glad for the day to finally be here. We arrived at around 8:45 that morning...she was asleep when we got there so I left her in her car seat while I put her sheet on her crib and placed all of her things in her cubby. I was OK until I picked her up from her car seat and, suddenly, I lost my will to not cry…the tears just started flowing. Her teacher gave me a tissue and assured me that what I was feeling was normal…that all moms go through this. After a couple of hugs and kisses, her teacher, Ms. Cindy, took her from me and gave her a little squeeze…and Ryan immediately started smiling at her. 

She was instantly interested in her surroundings…the other babies, the sounds, the toys. I stayed for a few more minutes to observe her in this new environment before heading out to run a few errands. It took about a week to get used to the new routine but I'd say we're both settling in well.

14.11 pounds 

25 inches 

Wearing 3-6 month clothes (Old Navy and Baby Gap sizing is spot on…love their baby clothes)

Still in size 2 diapers...but not for long

Sleeps about 8 hours a night and takes 2-3 short naps during the day (30 minutes – 1 hour)

Sits up well in her Bumbo

Grabbing at and reaching for EVERYTHING

Loves the exersaucer Grandma and Grandpa bought her for Christmas

Recently discovered her feet...I'm sure they'll be in her mouth soon

Very observant of her surroundings - watches our mouths very closely when we’re talking

Smiles constantly and starting to giggle

Drools a ton – we probably need to buy an amber necklace soon

Not a fan of her car seat

Got her first cold – yucky runny nose and congestion

Does NOT like for mommy to wipe her nose

4 months. Wow. Loving her little feisty personality. She’s such a happy baby – always smiling.

Love her and love being her mommy.