Park Date - Mom Fail

Given that I have some flexibility in my schedule, I try to pick Shelby up a little bit early most days and then do a fun activity with her several days a week. My friend told me about a new park with tons of ducks, so I thought I would give it a whirl. Well, things did not turn out as planned....

As promised, there were tons of hungry ducks. In fact, they were so hungry that one waddled right up to Shelby and grabbed some bread out of her little hand when she was not looking. In the process, the duck bit Shelby's finger. Oh the scream! Poor thing was scared and hurting. The nip was not too bad, but it did break the skin. I imagine she will now be scared of ducks for years to come. #momfail

After Shelby gifted her remaining bread to other park-goers, we had a "picnic" in the (ahem, wet!) grass. Needless to say, things did not exactly go to plan, but a memory none the less!

Valentine's Day Weekend

The Schenk family had an awesome Valentine's Day/Presidents weekend. I dare say that we got a taste of the good life. By being home during the week, I can chip away at  the work that typically must be saved for the weekend. Also, Jack does not presently have any major projects in the works and overall, has been getting home from work earlier. All that, leaves for much more free time and relaxation...yes, even with a newborn in the mix!

Saturday was full of activity, a rose bouquet delivery and a steak dinner. On Sunday, we opened gifts in the morning and went sledding in the afternoon. It was Shelby's first time in the snow and we all had a GREAT time. We had the perfect parking spot, so we opened up the hatch and one of us could watch, while the other played and then we switched...Sienna slept the WHOLE time!

Jack had to work on Monday, so I had both the girls, but it was great! I kept Shelby very busy. We went to an indoor playground, a 'coffee date' and then to the park. Sienna is a total trooper and was sweet the whole time. I am one lucky Mama!

Now This is Love

If you read this blog, you know Shelby LOVES her Annamol. It is by far her favorite toy and has never slept a night without it. One morning Sienna was tired and fussy so Shelby said she would let Sienna snuggle with her Annamol and Annamol's blanket. Now that is some sisterly love.

...and don't mind Shelby - she is licking the lid the whip cream :)

Sienna Newborn Photos!

LOVE LOVE LOVE! I am so pleased with Sienna's newborn photos. Something we will all treasure forever. I purchased enough of them to get all the original files, so enjoy! I mean, have you ever seen cute lips and cheeks?!

Daily Cuteness

During the day, I often have my cell phone(s) within reach. With that, I try to capture quick snippits of sweetness when I have the opportuntiy. Enjoy!

Happy New Year

I hedged my bets when I was pregnant and purchased this New Years outfit. Ironically, Sienna was ready to party on NYE and was awake FIVE hours straight!!

One Month New

Phew! Times sure goes quickly when you're having fun....and also when you have a newborn and a three year old. Yesterday I took Sienna in for her one month check-up and all systems are a go. I gaze down at her so often and think "geeze, you look so big to me! How big are you going to be at six months?" Well, it's not in my head and if she continues this trajectory, she will be BIG in six months.

Here are Sienna's stats:

As far as tricks, I don't have too much to report on. She is awake, asleep and goes potty. She definitely recognizes me, responds to others and is starting to smile when I cget close to her and tickle her chubby little chin and face. I was thinking that she is/was not as good of a sleeper as Shelby, but I think she is actually about the same when I look back at my blog. One day I will turn these entries into books, but that is another story. It is in the next weeks, however that Shelby started to add hours to her sleeps. We shall see. The biggest difference is well....Shelby. Before, I could just continue sleeping if I had a long night, but with Sienna I pretty much get up at 6:15 regardless of circumstance and naps are harder to come by on both the weekends and during the week.

The doctor said that I should focus on tummy time in the next couple of weeks, so I will work that in between snuggles. I really need to step up my pumping as well. I have done it a little bit here and there, but I think my inner hate for the activity is alive and well.

Car Seat  = Does ok, but screams her head off if not in the mood
Binky - Love, love, love
Bottle = Two for two, but again, I need to get her more of them
Lights and Ceiling Fans  = Cheap entertainment
Sister  = Best friend for life
Jammies =  At the tippy toes of most 3 months and outgrown many
Bath Time = All good, until you take her out of that water
Bad Habit = Sucking in way too much air when nursing.

Here are some photos of my sweetie in 1.24.16.

And just for fun, here is Shelby Pie at one month: