Weeks 16-17

 Eliana has been enjoying looking at her soother in her crib lately, so we have been doing some tummy time in here in addition to her play mat.

 Showing off her beautiful baby blues from Daddy

 Above Eliana grabbing her Mr. Octopus. She seems as if she is starting to get frustrated that he won't come closer when she grabs him. Below pic, Eliana says, "I love grabbing both my feet. It is sooo fun!"

 Wooo Oooh, woo ooh. Eliana loves exploring with her voice lately...

 ouu ouuu...

 Grab the rattle, and into the mouth it goes. Everything goes into the mouth lately.

 Look how high Mommy!

 Eliana has been practicing standing. She really seems to enjoy this.

 Hi Mommy

 I see you Mommy. Eliana's vision is getting stronger. She often looks across the room for faces that  moved away, or if mommy or daddy talk to her from across the room. Papa played with Eliana while Mom got to go the the gym since it is too hot to run outside now. Hopefully Mom and Ellie can get on a schedule where they can do runs together outside more often.

 Another rattle into the mouth. Eliana says, "I wish these rattles were a little lighter so I could hold onto them for longer."

 Checking out the soother in her crib...

 Hello!!

 Big girl had her 4 month check up at the doctor's office today.  Her weight is still at the 95%, and her height is 75th% for age. Her head is right at the 50%.  Eliana did great with her shots; she hardly cried at all! Mom and Grandma were proud. Daddy had to miss it because he was out of town.

 4 months old this past Saturday. Eliana was able to sit by herself for a little bit while Mommy took pictures. She has been completely propped against the chair for her other month old pics.

A big thanks to Grandma for helping Mommy take care of Eliana this weekend while Dad was out of town. Grandma sure was a big help. Mom got to go to church by herself,  starbucks, and one of her favorite clothes stores. Mom really appreciated all the help!