Layla is well into her 19th month. She is full of energy and personality and has a fully formed opinion at most times now :-) Layla is so busy and curious and kind of well....into everything!
This is our first time dealing with all of this "toddler stuff" so I have been reading and reading and reading. When I am clueless on any subject, that is what I tend to do! Here is a peek at my nightstand right now (one book is for Howie):
Anyway, after a lot of reading, what I have found is that Layla is doing everything that is developmentally typical for her age, which is always nice to hear. For all of the other toddler parents out there, I really like the The Toddler's Busy Book (fun ideas to do with your toddler at home) and another book I found helpful that is not pictured is Parenting with Love and Logic. I would save your money and leave the The Happiest Toddler on the Block on the bookshelf at Barnes and Noble.
Let's see what else is new?
Layla is starting to get interested in the potty,
but has yet to go potty on the potty...only on the floor :-)
I think it might be a bit early for her, but I have heard to seize the moment so that is what I have been attempting to do.
Layla still loves to help around the house. Her favorite chore is sweeping. I got a new Swiffer Vac (best invention ever!) for Christmas so we shortened the regular Swiffer for Layla. She really gets into it!
Layla loves showing her belly...and my belly! Next time I see you, I hope that Layla does not insist on showing you my belly button...hee hee!
Layla is very lovable these days. She loves giving kisses, hugs and nose rubs. Here she is giving Blue a nose rub and getting quite a kick of it!
I might take too many pictures because Layla has quite the love for her own toy camera. She puts it right in front of her face and says "EEEZ" for "cheese." So funny!
I know many of you asked and Layla's health is good. We recently went to the doctor and she was 25 pounds and 33 inches long. Layla cannot even go on the baby scale anymore...she maxed it out! Add this to the "no longer a baby list!" In other health news, Layla had a seizure in mid-November and the neurologist switched her medication almost immediately. This new medicine seems to be a much better match for Layla's body and so far, so good on the seizure front. Layla goes in February for her next appointment in Madison.
Well, you are all caught up on Layla for month 19 :-)
Have a good, long weekend everyone!
8 comments:
Kristin, waking up to a Janisch family update always brings a smile to my face! I love the new pictures, especially of Layla taking a picture! My boyfriend's niece is 2 1/2 and knows how to turn on, aim, take pictures, and turn off a digital camera. I'm sure Layla will be there in no time! :)
Morning -
Wow.....has time flown or what? What lil premmie??? She's SO cute and full of love, not to mention that curious gene that keeps her quite mobile.
I love the fact she enjoys cleaning :-)
Love,
Super AA
I love the picture with the little pigtails on top of her head. That is a new look! And the camera cracks me up. =)
Hello my Family--
That little peanut is not a BABY anymore she is a big girl!
Love the pics-especially of Layla and Blue! Rocket not into nose rubbing??
Love to all sa Joan
I love the picture of Layla and the cat! Her hair is getting long! Look at those pigtails!
Love the pigtails!!! And thanks for the book recommendations! I'm sure I'll be needing those soon! Happy 19 months little Layla!
Layla is just getting cuter all the time! I bet you are having a blast being at home with her. Did you know that my sister and Adam teach a love and logic seminar? If you are enjoying the book I am sure they would have a TON more info for you. Hope all is well!
Holly
Wow 19 months I keep saying if we could only slow time down! It is really exciting though to see their personality coming out and getting the rewards of hearing words, seeing them imitate you and all the other wonderful things we get to see as mommy's! I am happy for your update on the books I am kinda disappointed with What to Expect the Toddler Years so I wrote down the Busy Book one to add to my list. I have heard wonderful things about Love and Logic and several of the girls I teach with have used it and says it works wonderfully. Glad all is well and I am hoping to maybe update our blog soon...I think it has been since Thanksgiving but hey who's counting?!
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