Good morning! It’s me, Hailey. Mom is feeling a little off today- sore throat and stuffiness, I believe. So, I decided to give her a break and fill you in on what I’ve been up to.
First, let’s chat about this month’s firsts. I’m now walking while holding onto furniture. “Cruising” is what the adults call it, right? I love walking while pushing my stroller and can stand for a few seconds by myself, but I’m a careful girl and know I fall less while crawling.
I’m also pretty excited that mom finally started styling my hair. She is really into pigtails.
Be nice, she’s learning.
I’m learning to communicate more everyday. I know the “all done” signal and use it when I’m finished eating, when I’m ready for a nap and when I’m ready to do something else. They really need to teach me more words. Until then, I’ll just keep pointing and saying “DA!” (that) at what I want.
I know a few party tricks now, as mom calls them. When they ask me what a cow says, I say moooooo. I can point out mom’s nose, too. I like to whistle and I love blowing raspberries. I laugh at myself when I do because I’m pretty funny.
I love carrying things around and giving them to mom and dad. It’s how I show my appreciation.
I also like feeding them bites of what I’m eating. I just want them to taste how good it is, too! (PS- don’t forget to link up to Munchkin Meals on Thursday!)
Speaking of eating, I like it. I usually have 3 meals and a snack or two if I need them. Mom started me on milk too, but she’ll fill you in on that soon. I’m still nursing two times a day, but I’m not that interested in it anymore. I’d rather eat! I prefer my food to have more flavor to it nowadays. I’ve had Indian food and even homemade black bean burgers with jalapenos. Mom forgot about the jalapenos, but I didn’t flinch. I just gobbled ‘em up.
I’m a happy girl. Grocery shopping is still one of my favorite activities. While mom roams the aisles, I smile and wave at everyone who passes. I laugh hard when dad flips me upside down. I smile and wave to mom in my mirror when we’re riding in the car. Then, there is Koda. For a dog with such a serious face, she slays me!
Sometimes I get grumpy, usually when I’m tired. I let everyone know I’m ready for a snooze with my “I mean business” face.
I go to bed at 7pm and wake up around 7:30-7:45am. I bounce between taking one nap (2.5-3 hours) and two naps (1.5-2 hours each). Though mom prefers a predictable schedule, I’m convincing her to just roll with it.
Bath time is still a lot of fun. I like stick my face in the water to try and blow bubbles. We take a bath every night. I like routine.
I’m pretty attached to mom and dad right now. I prefer them to hold me and don’t like getting passed off to people I don’t know. When we go to the gym, I get pretty sad when mom leaves, but once she’s out of sight, I pull myself together and play with the other kids.
At my 12 month appointment I weighed 19 lbs 11 oz (25th%) and was 29 3/8” tall (50-75%). I got shots and a finger prick, which I did not like. However, I think it was worse on mom than me. I have 4 top teeth and 3 bottom ones. I wear size 4 diapers and 12-18 month clothing.
Oh, and I’m into everything.
I guess the final thing, that I probably don’t need to point out, is that I’ve inherited my mom’s gift for gab. I don’t think I left out a single detail. However, if you have any questions, let’s hear ‘em! I’ll pass them on to mom.
Thanks for checking in on me!
Hope @ With A Side Of Hope says
I hope you feel better! 🙂 I love this post. Hailey is such an adorable little girl and she is blessed to have you as her mommy!
Carolyn says
Oh man, that “I mean business” face cracks me up!
Shari says
Ahhh, the mini-sized pigtails! SO CUTE!
nicole @ making good choices says
the hair is just too cute!!
Tanya @ Vegan Faith says
Super cute post! I am so sorry you are not feeling well.
Beth says
Love the post! That “I mean business” face looks so much like David! She is so stinkin’ cute!
Erica says
Omgomgomg this is ADORABLE!
Her pigtails are about the cutest thing ever.
Krista says
Love this! I hope you feel better though.
I’m loving that she’s learning sign language! I should start that with my 8 month old. He’s also into EVERYTHING, cruising and standing alone. At his 6 month appt he was 19lbs so H must be tiny!!
Kaitlyn @Keeping up with Kaitlyn says
Hailey is SO Adorable! The “I mean Business” face is too funny!!
blackhuff says
Oh, she’s so cute and adorable. She really developing now which is entertaining as you can see 🙂
Jessica T says
She’s adorable! Love that she can “moo” at request 😉
Hanna says
Hailey is so stinking cute! I’m still learning how to style my daughter’s hair and she just turned 3. Of course, she didn’t have much hair to style until she turned two 🙂 Pigtales are our go-to style. I’m sorry you’re feeling lowsy. Hopefully it’ll pass soon!
Kathy says
Loved the post! 🙂 She is a cutie!
Jessie says
Hailey, I hope your momma starts to feel better. Also, I hope this doesn’t make you conceided, but this may be the cutest post ever written, and you are absolutely adorable xo
Sherry says
Hailey, I love your post! You do have your mom’s and Papa John’s writing ability! I hope you will think about being a guest blogger once a month (but hope your mom doesn’t feel lousy that often!). You are adorable!
Jessie @ Graze With Me says
Aww, I love her low pigtails! Lyric doesn’t have enough hair in the back for those yet. I can’t believe she can whistle. That just amazes me. I can’t even whistle!!!! Sounds like she’ll be walking soon! When did our newborns become toddlers?? Crazy…
Sarah says
Aw, CUTIE! Happy Birthday, Hailey!
Carol says
I LOVE this post! Happy Gorgeous baby girl! 🙂
Heather @ Side of Sneakers says
SO CUTE!!!!!!!!!!!!! I love the 3rd pic from the bottom- the expression on her face & the ponytails- just adorable.
Bobbie says
Best post ever 🙂
Jen@HealthyFoodandFamily says
So cute!!!! She is seriously adorable!!!!
Muna says
Such a cute post! Love it! I hope you feel better soon.
Lisa says
Oh my gosh, this was the sweetest post ever! Adorable.
I love Hailey’s little ponytail!
Heather @ Fit Mama Real Food says
She is so adorable! Thanks for sharing Hailey 🙂
Jasmina says
Cutest post EVEEEER…I love those pigtails on her ..she is just adorable.
Maria says
Haha. I love your little guest blogger. She’s pretty darn cute!
Hope you feel better!
Papa John says
Hailey, keep writing! You’ve got the gift. And, what a wonderfully expressive personality you possess.Take care of your Mom when Dad isn’t available. You are loved!!
Brittany @Berries and Barbells says
What a cute little thing you are Hailey! Tell your Mommy I hope she feels better soon.
Kari says
Hi Hailey! You are just too cute! I do have one question for YOU! How do you sit so still for your mommy to put pigtails in your hair? My daughter (11 months) has a LOT of hair, but she won’t let me do anything with it! I dream of pigtails and ponytails and the like!
Purely Michelle says
ADORABLE!!!
lindsay @ fuelmyfamily says
My oldest had that “business” face at a very young age too! Love the pigtails, Cassidy rocks them all the time since her “bangs” extend past her nose if i dont tie them back.
Jennifer V. says
Cutest little post ever!! She is adorable! Love reading your blog…you inspire me to be healthy 🙂
Laura @ Mommy Run Fast says
What a sweetheart! And wow- she gets a lot of sleep. Enjoy that. 🙂 Hope you’re feeling better soon. I’m going to try to remember to link up again this week!
Chantal says
How cute is she!! She reminds me of my daughter. I love her party tricks!
Adria @ A Spoonful of Healthy says
I loved this post! What an original one at that! I really hope you feel better soon although I did enjoy Hailey’s post 😉
Danica @ It's Progression says
this is so cute!
Amanda @ Sistas of Strength says
Love this! So stinkin cute. We do bath time every single night to. CJ is so dirty by the end of the day. It’s necessary!
Ashley says
Those pig-tails just made me want to have a girl. Slap me quick. I’m not ready for another baby!
Sarah @ Our Little Belly Bean says
Adorable post! She’s looking so much like you lately! 🙂
Karen Cassidy says
Happy (belated) Birthday to that adorable little Hailey! Hope you are both doing well.
Namagiri says
Hey Brittany,
Over the course of reading, I forgot that it was you talking not Hailey 🙂