WEEK THIRTEEN

I can't believe that my baby is three months old already. The time really DOES go by fast!

Feeling brave this week, I decided to go for a swim and try out the child minding program at the YMCA by my house. It's a really great program that they've got going on there. You can leave your baby while you work out, giving you some much needed down time and exercise during the day. It was really nice to have that time to let go of everything for an hour, knowing my baby was safe, and focus on having a good workout. I still enjoy our morning walks, but was finding I was putting too much pressure on myself (and Oliver) to use them as my workout. I don't like getting frustrated if Oliver decides to get fussy in his stroller one day because I'm not going to get my exercise. I'm thinking that our walks should be saved for enjoying the fresh air and sights and sounds of the day. So, I'm trying to come up with another routine to drop some of this baby weight since winter is on it's way (depressing I know...) and you all know what that means...an extra ten pounds is headed my way if I don't act now!

We had another exciting first this week. I decided that Oliver was ready to try his Jolly Jumper. I think it must have been very strange for him, because he didn't really know what to make of it! He hasn't figured out the actual jumping part yet, but enjoys being upright, moving around and kicking his legs. So cute! Every week that goes by he becomes more aware of his surroundings. He watches me move around the room, following with his eyes. Getting out and about is also becoming easier as he responds more now to the sound of my voice. If he starts to freak out in public I can usually calm him down simply by talking to him, which is a refreshing change.

I think he hit another growth spurt this week, as the crazy feeding frenzies started again. It's very difficult to explain patience to a screaming three month old while you're preparing a bottle. I couldn't get it to him fast enough!