Scarlett's 1st Month

Scarlett turned 1 month on Saturday, and I am in disbelief at how fast time is going by!  Here are some  of the special moments and milestones during her first month :)

 Mom, Dad, and baby shortly after Scarlett was born

 Swaddled during her first hours, with a knit hat gifted from the hospital.

  Dressed and almost ready to leave the hospital!

Daddy cuddles <3

On our way home from the hospital!!

Loves being swaddled!!

After her first bath at home.

Sleeping after a full belly on Auntie Kelsey.

This was the day Hurricane Sally hit Maryland.  Looks like Scarlett is praying we don't lose power!

Spending time with Miss Alanna

Finally opened her eyes for a photo!

Wearing her adorable critter hat from cousin Alissa for Halloween :)

Scarlett loves her cuddles

Enjoying her visit from Auntie Kana by sleeping (she decided to wake up after Kana left, and stay up most of the night!)

On our way to go Vote!

Copper loves his baby

 Poor Copper has not been getting much sleep these past weeks!

Spending time with Grandma

Mohawk after bath time!

 Copper watching his baby

And then he decided cuddling was better!

Enjoying sitting up against a boppy pillow with her binky

 Nap time with her favorite toy from Auntie Kelsey

 Almost started a meltdown...

 Big yawn!

During Scarlett's first month, she has expressed a ton of personality.  She loves to sleep, except at night, and does not appreciate being woken up from a good nap.  When mommy is able to keep full attention on her, Scarlett enjoys tummy time, especially on the boppy pillows, and she can already lift her chin up!  Noise and light do not bother her while she naps, and she even sleeps through Copper's loud barking, aside from the occasional grunt back at him.  Any time someone other than her mom and dad hold her, Scarlett almost immediately goes to sleep, and is shy about showing off her pretty blue eyes.  She hates diaper changes, changing her clothes, and so far has despised bath time.  Her favorite cuddle position is laying on anyone's chest, and it is a great way to soothe her during her meltdowns.  She will also suck on her fingers or a binky to soothe herself.  She loves her stuffed giraffe from Auntie Kelsey because it is soft to touch and plays music, and is often comforted by it when she is laid down.  Scarlett surprisingly is ok with wearing hats and socks, which is beneficial with the weather getting colder.  She also loves to be swaddled or at least have her legs covered with a blanket.  Her favorite fabric in clothes and blankets is fleece, another benefit to the upcoming winter.  Scarlett has been brave and made it through her first hurricane and time at the voting polls!  We are looking forward to all the exciting experiences during month 2!! :)