Adeline Elizabeth Beaird at 3 Weeks

Addie will be 3 weeks old tomorrow and today we went in for her first check up.

Let's start with the stats.

(sneek peek at coming newborn photos)
Weight: 10lbs 5oz (95%)
Height: 22 inches (95%)
Head: 14 inches (75%)
(Sophie was 10lbs 4oz and 22.5" long at her 2 1/2 month check up)

In other words, we have a big baby. The doctor said she looks perfect (which I didn't need to go to the doctor to find that out.)

Addie, here are some things that I want to remember to tell you:

• You have been excellent at nursing. You latched on right away a few minutes after you were born and have done well since.
• You are kind of a snacker, you like to eat a bit and wait, then eat a little more.
  
• When you are awake you are really bright eyed and try to take it all in.
• You are also very strong and can pretty much hold your head up all on your own.
• You are a pretty good sleeper, though at night you don't always want to fall asleep right away, but you sleep well once you have.
• You like to be cuddled and sleep lying on someone.
• Your sister loves you so much. She helps me get things for you, lets us know if you are crying and tells everyone she can about her "sister baby."
• You are extremely beautiful and your dad and I spend time just looking at you.
• Your hair is a bit darker then Sophie's was but you two have about the same amount of hair. That is one of the first things most people comment about when they meet you.

We love you so much Adeline.