Avery is really enjoying having Spencer around-at least we think so. She gets up in the morning and comes to find him, unless he wakes her up because he's crying and then she matter-of-factly tells us baby's crying. She always says hi to him wherever he is-even if he's sleeping she makes a point to say hi. Avery really has been amazing with the whole transition. Thank goodness she's such a great sleeper because she usually stays zonked out when he screams at night or she just goes right back to sleep. I have to say that having 2 so young isn't the easiest thing. It makes me feel like I don't have enough time to spend with both of them individually. I have a lot of guilt already about Spencer taking mommy/Avery time that she's used to. But really, Avery is doing a wonderful job with it. I'd have to say that the absolute hardest part is worrying that Spencer's crying will wake Avery up. We are constantly stressed about it and it makes it hard for us to let him cry a bit to sooth himself. Spencer is doing a bit better adjusting to home life. He has been sleeping from about 11:30 pm - 6 am the last two nights (yay) and is finally getting into somewhat of a daily routine where he will actually stay awake after a feeding and swing or look around-before he would just scream his lungs out. A possibility of this slight happiness may be that his diaper rash is clearing up! We finally got a prescription which started to help and then the miracle of all rash creams-flander's butt ointment! You can only get this down south and luckily some people from Charleston were at Artie's work this week and brought us some!! Beth, I'm hoping you will be our source for this wonderment in the future:) Other than that, we are still majorly adjusting. Because Spencer is still having late night feedings, Artie and I have virtually no time just the two of us...we're going to have to get out soon, kid-free!
Hope the weather is nice where you are and you are enjoying some "summer, summer, summertime, it's summertime"!
Avery's thinking, "hmmm, okay, mom this is cute"
What is that you say little bro? You want a hug from your big sister?
Well, I'm enjoying this, how about you, Spencer?
One thing Avery loves is to give her brother 'kissies'...hey could mom and dad get some of that every now and then!
Aw, more hugging
Just know, Spencer, I'll always be the BIG sister, even if you do get bigger than me one day!
My mom came over to lend an extra set of hands yesterday, and found a little helper:) Avery insisted on wearing her bib backwards like a cape and had her own sponge. She went around saying 'clean' as she wiped everything in the kitchen!
Grandma's famous salad with homegrown veggies...Avery thought it was yummy!
Spencer actually spent a few minutes on his floor gym before he got angry
This is for Aunt Cindy...Avery loves Elmo:)
For Aunt Beth...Avery looked so adorable in this headband from you:)
A beautiful little princess
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Beautiful pictures! Especially the last one of Avery in the headband:)
The adjustment of to two is alot, but you will continue to be amazed how the oldest one adjusts, and before you know it the two will become the best of friends and play together. There is something to be said about having them close together- I am fully loving watching Drew and Luke play together!
Spencer is getting SO big! Hope he continues to sleep well at night, and that you and Artie get some alone time soon:)
I love all the new pictures. The bond between siblings is so cool to watch develop. They will be ganging up on you and Artie in no time.
That headband is adorable on Avery. She is quite the little lady.
I hope you and Artie get a date night soon.
The pictures are great- Spencer is getting so big and looks great! I also love Avery's headband and such!! Good luck with the continued adjusting!!
But ofcourse I will be honored to be your constant supplier of the Butt Cream :) I may have to convince you at least once a year to come visit and get a stash yourself! Avery looks absolutely adorable in the headband and I LOVE the pictures of the two of them. They should be submitted to Gerber for the cuttest children ever! Can't wait to see you and say good bye in 2 weeks!!
xoxo,
Beth
Okay, I feel so out of the loop- why is Beth your "southern" go-to person?!?!? (Beth, if you're reading this, I miss you and really need to catch up at some point!)
Seeing Avery and Spencer together (especially the pics with the kisses) is making me so excited. And I agree with Megs- that headband pic is beautiful!
I hope you are continuing to adjust okay! I'll be asking for advice soon I'm sure;)
Love,
C:)
Christine...Beth is moving to Charleston in a few weeks! Her job is moving her down there:)
Steph, I love the photos of Avery and Spencer together! They already have such a special bond, and you guys have such a beautiful family! As for a date night, Tom and I are still hoping for one too : >
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