4.5 Months: Monkey See, Monkey Do

Mommy and Daddy can't believe Aiyana is 4.5 months old already. She's gotten heavier since staring solids, and like her big sister, she's small, but very (very!) mighty. She smiles at just about everyone, but she also has the loudest cry most people have ever heard, which probably makes for some very angry neighbors.

Grabbing at everything with her little squirrel fingers.

Smiling at strangers.

Looking a lot like big sis.

Aerial view.

And everything Aiyana does, "I do it, too." So here are my 23.5 month rocking chair pics.

And another example of monkey see, monkey do.

Funny Faces

6am

It's 6am.and Mommy and Daddy are still half asleep. But not Aiyana. She's wide awake and ready for her daily dose of Sesame Street.

Milestones

There are new developments in the Doron household.

I'm using the potty consistently and successfully. I used to put up a fight at potty time, but now I grab Dog Bunny, tell Mommy "I need privacy," and ask her to close the door behind her when she leaves.

I'm still a ways from being fully potty trained (don't forget I'm not even two yet), but I can often be found prancing around the apartment in my big-girl underwear and Mommy hasn't changed a poopie diaper in almost two weeks!

And of course, I make sure I get my my "special treat" after a successful sitting. Some kids might hope for candy, but I get pretty excited for carrot applesauce in a "squeeze-y pouch."

 

As if that's not big enough news, Aiyana's tiny little hands are strong enough to hold her tiny little body in a standing position, unassisted.

 

And while she's been eating purees and cereal like a champ, she just had her first experience with feeding herself table food out of a special food-feeder and she LOVED that too!

Sleepless in Brooklyn

I made the move to my big-girl bed a few weeks ago and nobody has had a good night's sleep since then. So when I had a successful nap on my bed one afternoon, Mommy needed to document it as a friendly reminder that it IS possible for me to sleep peacefully in this big bed.

 

And Aiyana is still struggling with painfully short naps and restless nighttime sleep. But this past weekend she fell asleep in Nona's arms, made a smooth transition to the floor, and continued to sleep like an angel for almost an hour. That's actually a super long nap for her! Here's the proof that she, too, can sleep peacefully when she wants to:

 

(Almost) All Smiles

Pajama Princess

Last Thursday was a rainy day, too wet to go outside. So Mommy, Aiyana, and I had a lazy day indoors. We didn't get dressed until mid-afternoon, and when we did, it was in tulle skirts and tiaras.

Do these magic slippers match my pajama top?

Rear view.

Aiayana, can I turn you into a pumpkin?

No? How about a pretty princess?

Accessorizing is hard work.

New News, Old News

What's brand new with Aiyana?

Participating at music class.

 

First attempt at the doorway jumper.

An introduction to solid foods (sweet potato!)

 

And what's old news with Aiyana?

Taking cover under the couch.

Deer-in-the-headlights.

Scootin'

I really loved Ollie's scooter, and Daddy loved the idea of buying me one! Turns out, mine is the same safety orange color as Ollie's, which makes scooting together that much cuter!

I practiced on the roof a few times (see above), and then it was time to try my skills out on on the busy streets of Brooklyn.

 I definitely need to work on my speed, but did you see my backwards moves?!?!

Where's Aiyana?

Where is Aiyana, now that she's four months old? 

There she is, fast asleep under the couch! So tiny, you might miss her. 

And at four months, where does Aiyana stand on the growth curve? She's gaining in length (24 inches), but still very much on the petite side--only 10 lbs, 11 oz, and in the 4th percentile for weight. 

She might be small in size, but she's got strength, lots of energy, and a big smile!

Happy 4 month birthday, Aiyana!

Funny (Like Haha)

Speaking of Sweet Things

Speaking of cookies...how sweet is this little girl?

 Those fingers must be pretty tasty too.

And just when you thought it couldn't get any cuter...