12 Weeks!

This little girl is 12 weeks already and growing up fast. I can't believe the newborn stage is over! I should really call this post 10-12 weeks because that is when most of the development has been happening. She's growing up fast, though not  actually growing that much. 

Clara's neck control is getting much stronger and she really showed off at her 10 week appointment. She's turing her head well and prefers to be held upright now. She is getting stronger and tries to hold onto me with her arms. She is good at grabbing my shirt and hair but doesn't care much about grabbing toys. 

Clara doesn't love tummy time for very long, though it is easier to do with a friend! She drools during tummy time, which I think is cute. She seems to be drooling more than Cedric did, I may get out some bibs for her.  Cedric loves when she gets down on the floor and starts moving. He really wants her to move more. 

We've started using the Bumbo seat some, though she doesn't love it for long either. 

I have taken the newborn sling out of the bath tub and she has loved kicking and soaking in the warm water. 

Here are Clara's stats at 10 weeks: 

Height: 23 in - 65%

Weight: 10 lbs 12 oz - 38%

Head Circ: 15.25 in - 40%

I can't get over how much smaller she is than Cedric but apparently she is growing at a good rate. I moved her to size 2 diapers this weekend and I'm pretty sure she is 11 lbs now. We have a few 3 month onesies and pjs that are feeling a little small, so we may be starting the move to 6 month clothes soon. It will be a slow move though. I keep saying it but I like her a little smaller!

Clara is fairly vocal with a range of coos, cries and almost laughs that show she is understanding more and more. She knows what she wants and is pretty good at getting her point across quickly. She likes to look at herself in the mirror and is very smiley when I give her big smiles. She loves eye contact and when I sing her "open/shut" and other cute little songs. She is a little ticklish too. 

We've been out and about more in the past few weeks. We went to Bob's work for a little shower lunch to introduce Clara and Cedric to everyone. Cedric wore his work shirt and tie, which was super cute. 

We went to another KU football game, this time staying for a few hours at the tailgate and a short time at the game. It was colder than we wanted but we had fun!

There have been a few nice days still and on one I was ambitious and took the kids to the Topeka Zoo. Cedric and I had gone this summer so I knew it was small, cheap and easy to get to, a good combo for us! It was Clara's first trip to the zoo and also first time in the stroller. She didn't sleep in it but didn't cry either. I think she enjoyed being outside and looking around. 

Cedric enjoyed the animals but missed the summer hands-on activities, like feeding the goats and ducks. We were able to play in the park, meet up with Bob for lunch and make it home in time for nap, so all in all a very successful trip. I definitely felt like super mom! I think I'm getting the hang of this "two kids" thing! 

Cedric and Clara are still getting along well. Cedric doesn't blame her for anything yet and I'm hoping I can keep it that way a little longer. I definitely have a shorter fuse some days and I'm trying to be patient but it can be hard with a crying baby. Cedric doesn't like when she cries and is happy for me to take care of her first if it means some peace. He loves to touch her (he still asks) and likes to hold and hug her, though he asks to do it less. Clara is getting picky about who holds her and for how long. She is getting very mommy focused already but still lets Cedric hold her for a bit. She is okay with Bob holding her and getting worse with anyone else. 

We love having little Clara in our family. She is such a good night sleeper (6-9 hours with usually only one wake up) that I really don't mind the 45 min cat naps she pulls during the day. She likes to eat frequently, though probably not too much at one time. She HATES car rides but I'm hoping she will get over that soon :/. She really is a great baby and we love having her around!