Typical Day in the life of Natalie

Given the cold weather, Natalie and I usually have to stay inside our condo.  However, we have a pretty eventful schedule.

She usually wakes up around 7 or 8 (editor’s note: after waking up 2-3 times to feed during the night!).  She really likes her “womb sounds” bear – thank you great Auntie, which was also a favorite of her Florida cousins, Devin and Brogan.  Natalie loves the black and white photos as well, which are posted throughout the condo.  And, the Cat in the Hat sheets fit with our Dr. Seuss theme.

Go away - I pushed the snooze button!

Between feedings (which occur at least 8 times a day), we engage in a lot of activity!  Each morning, Natalie has tummy time.  This girl has some seriously strong neck control.

One, two, three, go!

She can also do a pretty impressive set of leg lifts.  We usually read a book – our new favorite is “There’s a Wocket in my Pocket,” which our friends Aubrey and Brad brought by this weekend.  (Along with a delicious lasagna and cupcakes – THANK YOU!!!)

Sometimes, we have a visit from a friend too.

Auntie V loved my Irish outfit today - she is known for her Irish flare as well!

By the time Dad gets home, Natalie usually needs a little more snuggle time.

Dad, you have no idea how much we did today - I'm exhausted!

Good night (at least until my next feeding in two hours)

I realize that almost all of these photos show Natalie asleep…. she is awake more and more these days, but that’s often during daytime hours, when I don’t have easy access to Dad’s i-phone, for easy picture uploading.