Another class and temper tantrums

Mommy & Abi are taking a “social butterflies” class at Isis Maternity, geared to the 6-8 month crowd.  As always, Abi is very friendly, and has quickly become the teacher’s pet.

Abi cozying up to the faciliator as she reads a book to the group.

The class will include a number of discussion topics, including temper tantrums.  Daddy pointed out that she already has temper tantrums.  Earlier today, he carried her into her room to put her to sleep.  Once she saw her crib, she arched her back, started kicking her feet, and yelled very loudly.  Daddy says it was a very cute temper tantrum.

Sleeping

During the last 3 weeks, Abi has been waking up every 2-3 hours during the night.  Mommy & Daddy are very, very tired.  Upon Grandma Linda’s recommendation, Mommy called the pediatrician’s office and spoke with his nurse.  The nurse said that her waking up is indicative of one of the following:

(a) not enough food

(b) being too hot or too cold

(c) teething

Since Abi has become much more mobile recently, Abi has been getting rice cereal in addition to breast milk for several days now, and is starting to sleep better.  Last night, she ate at 9PM, 3AM and 6AM.  However, Mommy was so used to waking up frequently, that she woke up at 1AM expecting Abi to wake up.  Hopefully tonight will be better.

A Great Time!

Grandpa and I were so happy to have Abi and her parents with us this past weekend as we celebrated our 40th wedding anniversary by renewing our vows. Daddy and Uncle Gregg made special toasts and made us very proud.  We had lots of friends and family to celebrate with – but Abi really was our special guest.