Pumpkins and Apples, Oh My

Now that autumn is really upon us, there are some fun seasonal activities to participate in. At the very least, it's a great excuse to get out of the house on weekends. Two weekends ago, we returned to the pumpkin patch that we visited last October, when I looked like this: Now that bump is...

The Daycare Question

Not "If", but "Which one" and "How." Ugh. I'm cool with daycare. I grew up with it, since both of my parents always worked. I have no problem with the idea of sending my babies to daycare. My job/hours are increasing (which is good news!), and though we have an amazing nanny three days a...

10 months!

My dear sweet babies, Ten months! Double digit months! I can't believe it. This has been a big month--you are learning and doing so much! Here's what you did and learned as nine-month-olds: E, big news for you this month--you finished wearing your helmet! Obviously the biggest thing for both of you is that within...

Milestones: Crawling!

On September 1, this happened: Both babies were up on all all fours. Within a day or two they figured out how to push backward on their hands, and would back up around the living room/play area. Occasionally one of them would end up under a table. Silly babies. They also got really good at...