Happy Birthday Addison: 3 months

Addison,

Today is April 27, 2013 and you are 3 months old. You are the happiest baby girl and you bring joy into our lives every single day. We are so thankful God answered our prayers and we are so proud to be your parents.

I feel as if I say this each month, but we are LOVING this stage of your life. You are even more alert and seem to recognize your Mommy and Daddy. I think you are going to be an animal lover because you are mesmerized by Kodi and Jilly's dogs too. You would sit in front of the television watching Nick Jr., if we would let you. You are attracted to bright colors and started to reach out and grab the mobile on your pack-n-play. Daddy took this video clip of you this week as you discovered you could touch objects in front of you...

Your 3 month well visit isn't until next week, but I would guess you are close to 14 pounds now. You have just about out-grown the little plastic tub we are bathing you in and we will probably switch to a bigger tub this week. You LOVE bath time and will let us get your head and face wet while smiling the entire time. The pool and beach are going to be so much fun with you this year.

Your hair has started to grow and you have the cutest pieces of long hair on the crown of your head. You don't mind that I put bows on your head with each of your outfits...although Daddy would rather you not wear them at all. I guess you'll get to decide what you like best when you are old enough to know better.

I went back to work this month and it was probably the hardest thing I've had to do so far...leaving you in the care of someone else. But, I know you are in good hands and it has made my time home with you even sweeter.

Daddy took you to the grocery store and to get his hair cut for the first time. He kept bragging about how good you were...smiling, observing your surroundings, and being just a little angel. You are definitely your Momma's daughter...you love to shop!

We think you are cutting your first tooth (or teeth). You are drooling EVERYWHERE and trying to put anything and everything in your mouth. It's a good thing Mommy has a TON of bibs for you to wear :)

You've started to gain more control of your head and your neck muscles have gotten stronger. We like putting you in your Bumbo and you are able to really lift up your head during tummy time on the Boppy. I'm afraid it won't be long until you are able to sit up on your own.

We honestly can't imagine our lives getting any better...you made our wait so worth it sweet girl!

We love you more than the world Addison Kate!

Happy Three Month Birthday!