New Chapter..

Well, today began a new chapter in the world of Hailey..
Some background first...
She has been going to go a home daycare where it was just her with Diann. It was the best spot for Hailey to spend her first year while mommy and daddy worked. Since Hailey has become mobile and into everything, it was getting to be to much for Diann to watch her. Diann loves Hailey to pieces and Hailey loves her so much that it was a very hard decision but we decided to make a change. After discussing our options and touring many different centers, we decided to put her into a learning center.
Today was her first day at KinderCare and she had a blast. She drew a picture with markers, had circle time where Mrs. Tricia read a story and sang songs with them. She took a nap on a cot (for the first time) and met some new friends. Hailey also got her first accident report. Another child scratched her on the cheek during snack. (Nothing major and they called Jason on his cell and left a message).
As much as I wish I could stay home with her everyday, I know she is ready for new endeavors and experiences!!!

Big Girl Cup..

Hailey has been practicing drinking out of a big girl cup. We practice in the tub because she is still learning and it's much less messy!! Last night as she was getting her bath, she decided to use the bucket we use to pour water over her head with as her cup.

Beach with Papa and Nana

Nana and Papa Nelson (Hailey's Great Grandparents) came to visit us in Florida last week. They had the privilege of taking care of her for 3 days while they were here. They spoiled us all rotten while they were here, we are so fortunate to have such great family. We took advantage of one the warm days to take then down to the beach. It was low tide so we have lots of room to play in the sand.

15 month stats~

Hailey is off and running.. We have been waiting and waiting for her to walk and now that she is very mobile, we are wishing she would SLOW down.. This is such a fun age, she is talking to us (mostly babble), enjoys playing with her toys, points to things around the house, stacks 2-3 blocks and has the best temperment!! She is such a happy girl, we are so blessed!
She still sleeps about 12 hours at night, usually 7:00 to 7:00, takes 1 nap in the afternoon for about 1 1/2 -2 hours. Eats all table food and typically anything you give her. She is in the beginning stages of feeding herself. She is interested in using the spoon but not quite sure how to get the food ON the spoon, THEN into her mouth. It is pretty much used for "stirring" her food now.
She wears 18 month tops and 12 month pants. The 18 month pants fit in the waist but the legs are WAY to long.. I wish they made 18 pants in SHORT length.
She enjoys coloring with crayons (or hitting the crayon to make dots on the paper). She also enjoys playing with anything that has buttons. She has a "mild" obsession with buttons. When we were at the doctors office for her visit, she was constanting pressing the buttons on the thermometer that was hanging on the wall. The doctor said she has extremely good fine motor skills for her age.. Must be all the button pushing!

Her stats:
Weight- 21.5 pounds (18th percentile)
Lenght- 29 inches (11th percentile)
Head- 18 inches (50th percentile)

Where has the time gone??

I cannot believe it has been more than 2 months since I last posted pictures.. Where has the time gone?? My apologies!!
Here are a few to sum it up!

She's got that tired look.. It must be from eating all that turkey, stuffing and mashed potatoes!!

Christmas Party at VS-31. The fire truck even came for us to look at.

Sitting on Santa's lap!

Molly and Hailey playing together.

Rather than opening her Christmas present, she will sit on it and push the buttons on the phone.

Playing in the pantry at Grandpa and Grandma Nelson's house.