It has been much too long since I last updated this blog. Somehow life with two little girls has taken on a life of its own. Juggling the needs of an increasingly social and independent two year old and those of a soon to be three month old has been rewarding, challenging, and exhausting. I guess that sums up parenthood! :-)
Katie is my social butterfly. She befriends kids of any age and lights up the second she sees a potential friend. The challenge is creating those social opportunities when most kids her age are already in pre-school. I try to arrange playdates each week, daily visits to local parks (except when it is raining . .. which is does most afternoons), baking at home, little arts and crafts projects (when I have the time and organization to do so), reading, and play time with mama. Of course, there is less of me to go around as Emily grows more alert and wants attention of her own. So by the end of the day, I'm tuckered out, but very thankful for two healthy, beautiful little girls.
Emily continues to grow and change. As she approached three months, she enjoys interaction--the kisses and snuggles she gets from Katie and the goofiness of momma and papa. She rewards us with little smiles, coos, "agoo's" and what I refer to as "happy feet." In the mornings, before anyone should be awake and full of energy, Emily is in her crib waving her happy feet and arms, cooing, and making noises to initiate interaction.
When Emily is awake, she likes to be sitting upright involved or near whatever is going on. Her Bumbo seat (thank you, Kybran!) gives her a front and center view of things, at least until she gets tired of holding up her neck. Otherwise, I have often have Emily strapped to me in the Baby Bjorn as Katie and I play, bake, etc. It isn't always the easiest arrangement, but it works for now. Katie seems to like having a sister, but she does miss having my undivided attention. I think when Emily is old enough to play and interact with Katie, less attention from me will not be a problem.Until then, I am trying to be sensitive to what each of my girls needs.
Emily continues to grow and change. As she approached three months, she enjoys interaction--the kisses and snuggles she gets from Katie and the goofiness of momma and papa. She rewards us with little smiles, coos, "agoo's" and what I refer to as "happy feet." In the mornings, before anyone should be awake and full of energy, Emily is in her crib waving her happy feet and arms, cooing, and making noises to initiate interaction.
When Emily is awake, she likes to be sitting upright involved or near whatever is going on. Her Bumbo seat (thank you, Kybran!) gives her a front and center view of things, at least until she gets tired of holding up her neck. Otherwise, I have often have Emily strapped to me in the Baby Bjorn as Katie and I play, bake, etc. It isn't always the easiest arrangement, but it works for now. Katie seems to like having a sister, but she does miss having my undivided attention. I think when Emily is old enough to play and interact with Katie, less attention from me will not be a problem.Until then, I am trying to be sensitive to what each of my girls needs.
4 comments:
how cute they both are! katie is ben and emily is you! how fun that the genes in each run soooo strong! you are a wonderful mom and even though your girls wont tell you (oh the thankless jon that motherhood is!) they will say thank you one day when they have kids of their own. miss you
erin
i meant "job"
:)
Thanks for the update! They have both grown so much. I love your tidbits on mothering 2. I am so anxious about it! I will be checking your blog for more wisdom in the future :)
Kristen
beautiful... i love reading your words and seeing the photos. like everything about you, it is real and sincere and full of compassion. the girls get more beautiful each day... you and Ben are building a gorgeous family... and you are one of the most amazing mama's i know!!
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