The Spencers: 6 Weeks and Growing

Ella

She continues to do well and grow like a weed. The transition to her crib seems to be going well and hopefully will continue that way. Some of Ella's longer night stretches are 3.5-5 hours long and as she's getting ready to wake up for the day they tend to decrease to 2-2.5 hours. Even the shorter spurts aren't too bad but we are still taking it all one night at a time and trying to not get too excited since we know her schedule is always changing. Ella's little rash has been clearing up really well with the cream we got from the doctor and we will continue to keep an eye on it. Bath times continue to go well and we catch Ella kicking her feet in the water! Julie is ready to get her in the water at the pool to kick around more and get used to the water. Julie was anxious to get her in the water before she was even born! Ella had sunblock and a long sleeve rash guard shirt before she even arrived and the only thing missing is a swim bottom! Ella had her first non family babysitter on Wednesday while Julie went to sign her papers for school and she seemed to do pretty well for the 3.5 hours with minor fussy moments! We also got the call Thursday about an opening for daycare on base!! It will be sad to have her there but we know it will be beneficial to get her used to it and socializing early. At least she will be just a few blocks from daddy! ;)

Watchful Kitty

Roomies <3

Tummy Time

Getting Stronger

Julie

Julie had her onboarding for her new position on Wednesday and is officially the new Library Media Assistant at Bayside High School (once the school board approves it at their next meeting)!! This is the same school she was a permanent substitute at this past year and first day back for staff is August 23rd with the students starting September 3rd. Friday, Julie had her 6 week postpartum check and is all clear! That means the swimming pool is officially okay and she can lift over 20lbs again!! It's the little things ;) Mostly she's excited to not have restrictions anymore and that she can maybe get Ella in the pool to splash her feet around before we move. For now, Julie is enjoying snuggle time before going back to work.

Our Peaceful Sleeper

Curtis

Curtis had an adjusted schedule Monday through Wednesday which was kind of nice but having to go back to the early mornings Thursday and Friday were not as enjoyable. Give and take! This coming Tuesday he has his first Pre-op appointment for eye surgery (LASIK or prk) which is exciting but nervous. His surgery will either take place on September 3rd or 4th but we will keep you informed!