At least it’s out of the way
So guess what… I put Kate to bed at 8:15 last night and she slept until 11:45. I shit you not. I sat in bed and talked with my hubby, then read for a while and played on my phone. I’m so happy those teeth came through!!! I fed her at 11:45 and then I think at around 2:30 she woke up again. I’m not entirely sure after that. At some point I stayed with her, as she was fussing through the early morning hours and I wanted us both to sleep until 8 if possible (and we did). I really really hope the 8-midnight thing sticks! Wouldn’t that be flipping awesome!
(Of course, then more teeth will come. But at least now I know what to expect!)
I just feel so relieved that there was some reason for the weirdness and frustration.
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At Kate’s 9 month appointment I mentioned to the doctor how she still wasn’t using any consonants or babbling. She shrieked all the time, lots of vowel sounds, raspberries, and other various noises… but no consonants. I wasn’t concerned, just mindful. I wanted to mention it, just in case. He wasn’t worried either, just said we’ll check in again at her 1 year appointment to see how she’s doing.
Of course two days later something clicked and she started babbling. Just like that. One day she wasn’t, the next day she was. If I say “YA YA YA” to her she repeats it back to me. She’s also throwing in “b” “g” and “d” sounds.
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Dearest child,
The reason I have left the room is because you are playing with your books instead of going to sleep. I will keep leaving when you keep trying to play. If you suddenly decide that sleeping is a good option I will be happy to lay with you and cuddle you.
Love, mom
(I made the mistake of letting her nap until 6pm. 9:30 and she’s still not tired enough.)
She is adorable! E gets better and better with teeth. It’s a tiny bit less crazy each time.