Week 3

We had another great week with our new baby girl. We were fortunate to have a visit from Grandpa Simpson and Jan and Auntie Anne and cousin Nathalie! Also Grandma Patti and Grandpa Hamid came back to visit. Amara enjoyed the time with her family and so did her parents. Everyone helped cook, clean and run errands. Other cool things that happened-- Amara had her first ride in the Ergo. She now loves her daily walks with Mama. And Daddy fed Amara a bottle for the first time. She did great with the bottle and continues to eat enthusiastically. Amara is growing and changing by the day -- it is really incredible.

Amara week 2

1/2/14 It is a new year already! Hard to believe that Amara Grace is already 2 weeks old. Life is pretty simple and pretty comfy for Amara these days. She takes lots of naps and feeds every 3 hours or so. Amara still LOVES to snuggle and often will not fall asleep unless she is being held. We recently tried the baby swing and that soothes Amara to sleep 1 out of every 2 tries. Overall Amara seems like a happy baby. She rarely cries and when she does, it is usually for a good reason (hunger, wet diaper, ect). Mom and Dad are adjusting to life on less sleep. We can't complain -- our little girl is a delight! Amara's new "tricks" include big stretches (arms over head), kicking legs and moving arms (fast!), smiling, holding her head up when she lying on her tummy.

The usual yawning, hiccups and sneezing continue. So cute to watch her in action!