Workout!

Julia's latest physical feat involves baby crunches. She does these all day long & in her crib at night, too! I don't know how she does it.

MARS NEEDS MOMS!

We have a nighttime routine for Julia for putting her to bed. The last bit before I rock her to sleep is to read her a bedtime story. Unfortunately, as soon as we sit down in the rocking chair, she usually starts to fuss & will have nothing to do with the story. I usually try to persist & see if she'll take to it. This usually ends with her crying & me nursing her to sleep - which is a habit the pediatrician wants me to cut down on, as it will cause cavities when her teeth come in.

Anyway, tonight, we sat in the chair with Mars Needs Moms by Berkeley Breathed.

Image from Bob & Rob Professional American Screenwriters

She fussed. I persisted. Next thing I knew.... she was smiling & giggling at me, apparently enjoying the emotions in my voice as I read her the story. She's too young to understand what it's about, but she listened to the whole thing. Trust me, this is a MAJOR milestone! After the story, she fussed a little, I gave her her binky & she settled down & I rocked her to sleep. Sooooooo Thank You Auntie Jennifer & Uncle David for your wonderful story.