Yes!

Camden has reached a new milestone...

She can sit up by herself!

Okay, okay, it does only last for a few brief minutes, but we're on our way. Hooray for Camden!

Grandpa's Hat

Grandpa French stopped by last night to say hi. Camden instantly grabbed for his hat. So Grandpa obliged and let Camden try it on.

Can this girl wear a hat or what?

Ladybugs in Winter

As we are in the negative temperatures today (-4 with windchill of -24), Camden is dressed in one of her snuggliest, warmest sleepers. She's as snug as a bug!


Check out those feet!

And take a look at her backside...

First Feeding

We had decided to wait until Camden was close to 6 months before introducing food to her. She had been showing signs she was ready last week (trying to sit up with a bottle, reaching for things at the table, etc.). But then she got sick, so we had to wait. Boy was it worth it! She was definitely ready and took right away to the process.

Both Kevin and I were home today, so we each took a turn

She loved playing "choo choo train" with Daddy.


And didn't make too big of a mess...


We had to capture it on video as well. I love that her feet are constantly moving. Kevin didn't know that I was recording and hates that I caught him talking like I did, but I love it, so you get to see it! He advices that you push mute.





Overall, it was a great experience for everyone and Camden gives rice cereal two thumbs up!

Sickness

Camden has her first major cold. And it manifest itself in her eyes. Pus coming out constantly - UGH. Kevin wouldn't let me take or post any pictures (it was kinda gross). She's had it since Friday, hence no updates. Here's a glimpse of what our life has entailed the past few days.

Yes, she also had very bad diarrhea which led to extreme diaper rash, a runny nose that only soft tissues could handle to avoid further spreading of the virus, and eye drops in both eyes every six hours for seven days. She hasn't had her normal appetite and sleeps all the time (when she's not groaning & moaning). She's been one miserable baby!

So I thought I'd post a video of her on a "normal" evening. She tends to be more vocal then this, but gets camera shy for some reason. Enjoy!

At her doctor's appointment, we also learned that at 5 1/2 months, Camden is 14 lbs, 6oz and 26" long. She likes to hover around 50%, but she is getting long...she may get her mom's height!

Let It Snow

We've had a few flurries this week, but Camden seems to want it to do a little more.

I mean she really gets excited about the possibility of snow.

One day soon we'll get her outside to actually experience it. But for now she'll have to sit in her crib being our little adorable snow wisher.

This snow bunny has such a sweet face!

Camden's Cute Tights

The Braund women have struck! The shoppers of the family have a new target. They recently bought Camden some fun new socks and the cutest tights ever!

You've got to get a closer look.

Too cute!