My little princess is growing up!

So, the little one has discovered her voice in the last two days. That is she has discovered how to make a new noise. It is hilarious and she has not stopped.....

On top of that, just today she has almost rolled over twice. The arm on the bottom seems to be getting in the way. She is getting to be quite the big girl.

The 4 month appointment is Thursday. I will let you know how that goes!

Look Mommy! I can make new sound!



Also, here are some recent pictures:

Sitting up like a big girl!


Easter Sunday with Mama and Papa.


Jillian and her princess on Easter.


Family Photo


This is what she looks like swaddled. I call her my little burrito.

Remember Sweet Maddie

So I found this story a few weeks ago, but just saw their updated blog today. The Spohr family had a child who was born 11 weeks early (in November of 2007) and almost did not surive her first few days of life. Well, sadly, Maddie died on April 7th. Her mother and father have both left tributes to their beautiful daughter at the below blogs. (be prepared for strong tears-I cried almost my whole lunch) I can not even imagine what this family is going through, but they are obviously blessed to have such a wonderful person in their lives, even though it was brief.

Her parents are strong supporters and marchers for the March of Dimes. Please donate to the March of Dimes for Maddie and every other child who has left their parents far too soon. May God Bless you Maddie Spohr and family.

http://www.remembermaddie.com/

http://thenewbornidentity.com/

www.marchforbabies.org

www.marchforbabies.org/jilsnakes - for donations to my page

http://www.marchforbabies.org/s_team_page.asp?SeId=535238&si= donations for Maddie's Team Page

Boys, avert your eyes.....

So if you are a boy and do not want to read about my thoughts on breastfeeding, I suggest you do not read this post....

So I really have had time to think about my venture in breastfeeding the last few days, especially when I am sitting in the pump room at my office. When I found out I was pregnant, I knew I was going to breastfeed for her health benefits and cost efficiency. I had not really thought about the bond I would have with my child.

I love breastfeeding Annaleigh. Maybe because the minute they brought me to her she latched immediately and has not had a problem since. I love the smile she will have when she is falling asleep while eating. It is precious. I love how she folds her hands like she saying a little prayer to God thanking him for her food and asking God to bless it. I love how she whimpers right before she is about to eat and the sounds she makes when she first starts eating. I adore the sigh she makes when she is done eating. I miss those moments during the day, especially when I am hooked up to a machine.

Now that I am pumping 3 times a day I feel like a cow being hooked up to the equipment. Am I grateful for the pump and the relaxing private room my office has in place so I can give my milk to her? Absolutely. But I look forward to Friday, not because the work week is over, but beause I get the chance to reconnect with my daughter, through play, laughing, cooing, talking and even the feedings.

I actually am a little "upset" with my babysitter when I go to pick her up and find out she has just fed her and I have to wait until 8 or 9 to feed her again. Elaine has done nothing wrong, but Annaleigh is just going longer between feedings now, so I get a little sad when I find out I only get to have two total feedings in a day.

I realize I am going to start introducing solids in a couple of months and the feedings will come less frequently, so I am tying to take in all the quiet moments I share with my daughter every day in the morning and evening.

Well that is all I have to say about that. Sorry if that was a little too much on the personal side.....

March of Dimes

So, I have decided last minute to walk at the March of Dimes on the 25th in Dallas. I know times are tight, but it would be great if anyone could donate a few dollars to this cause. My personal website is http://www.marchforbabies.org/Jilsnakes. You can donate from this. Also, I would love it if someone would join in the cause and walk with me. I had a great time when I did it a few years ago.

Any takers?

Thanks for the support!