Tuesday, January 31, 2012

17 Weeks Old

17 Weeks Old!!

Where does the time go....
This week Carmella is entertaining us with her new noises and sounds. Her little conversations are becoming quite entertaining. She still loves her hands and can't seem to get enough of her thumb. In addition she has learned how to grab her toys and mommy's hair, soon she will be taking things out of my hands.

She is such a mover now that it's getting harder to take her picture

She is more interested in her outfit than the picture.
I think she secretly calls me mamarazzi!

Saturday, January 28, 2012

Trying to sit up

Carmella may not be rolling over yet but she is definitely ready to sit up. I was getting ready to send a video to daddy in Vegas to say hi and this is what I captured....



She is so ready to take on the world.... sitting up!!

Thursday, January 26, 2012

Who's in the mirror?

Another one of Carmella's favorite toys is her little activity mirror. She has found her reflection and loves looking in the mirror but she hasn't quite figured out that she is the baby starring back. So for now we just enjoy the mirror and the entertainment that it provides.

Who's that baby in the mirror?

Awe who is that baby staring at me.... Oh how I love her!

And when the mirror becomes boring its a good time to suck on Sophie the Giraffe's feet, yummy feet!

Tuesday, January 24, 2012

16 Weeks Old

16 weeks Old!!

Can you believe it! She is 4 months old, wow where has the time gone?
Carmella is definitely developing her personality and loves cooing and laughing and it just melts my heart.

Not only has she found her hands but she is often found examining them. In addition she has been reaching for her toys, especially the ones that hang from her little gym. She has even begun to show an interest in mom's iphone but hasn't tried to reach for it yet.

Hanging out at Aunt Cindy's house

Love those sweet cheeks and I just looooove our baby!!

My new shades

Chris had another business trip this time to Las Vegas. So Carmella and I packed up and headed over to Aunt Cindy's house for a slumber party. It was a fun filled 4 days which stated out with some cool shades.

Check out my new shades.... can't wait for summer.

It was a great mini vacation and we got lots of love from the DiFiore Family. Thanks family for all the fun and we can't wait to do it again.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Kanagroo Jumper

I think its about time to start jumping. Carmella has really enjoyed sitting up and checking out the world, so I thought it was about time to clean off the jumper and start jumping. Well it was a Sunday project that I didn't expect to take so long and by that I mean it took me about an hour to get the jumper ready for use. And sadly once we were all ready, Carmella was ready for bed.

So we had to settle for an early morning bounce
 Checking out her new bouncer although she is not too sure how it works

Since she isn't quite tall enough yet we're using a phone book to give her a little extra height.



Update: We tested it out again a few days ago and she has definitely figured it out and loves her jumper!

 No more phone book and really getting into it

 She is studying the Kangaroo to see who will jump first.

Sunday, January 22, 2012

Daddy Day

Today I got the pleasure of being able to get to the gym. For the last few months I have been getting a great workout at Stroller Power which I love!!

However it was nice to get back into the gym for a change. Daddy stayed home with Carmella, he got her all dressed and fed by the time I got home. 
I have to admit the outfit he picked out for her was pretty cute...

Just in case you can't see it she is in a Born to be Spoiled onesie and that is a sunflower jean skirt. She looked pretty excited to be all dressed up but she did have a little melt down when daddy put on her newborn booties, they were a little too tight. 

Thanks Daddy for a great morning (and Mommy thanks you too)!

Friday, January 20, 2012

Finding her thumb

I have to admit I love that she has found her thumb. A few times this week I have found Carmella sucking on her thumb and sometimes she even gets her pointer finger too. 
During her naps and at night I peek in on her and find that she is sucking on her thumb.


So excited that she has found another way to self sooth.

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

15 Weeks Old


Someone is 15 weeks old!

As the weeks go by Carmella grows more and more
and she doesn't like to lay still for her weekly pictures. 


Pulling at her sign

Sticking her hands in her face

This week Carmella is really starting to talk and becoming more mobile (as seen in the pictures). She hasn't quite figured out how to roll over yet but I know it is coming, good-bye to my stationary baby.

She has fallen in love with her giraffe Sophie and enjoys starring at the reflection in her play mirror. Now that she has gotten tired of seeing the world from her back and tries to sit up by lifting her head, too cute.

Friday, January 13, 2012

Mommy and Me Yoga

Carmella and I have been going to a Mommy and Me Yoga class for about a month now. 
And I must admit that we both love it.

Mommy gets some yoga stretching in and Carmella gets some play time.
It is a great way to spend time together, bonding and singing songs. At first Carmella wasn't too sure about the class and had to be held by the instructor the entire time but now she is a regular and knows all the moves and songs. 
She has even been know to giggle and smile throughout the class. We even sing the songs and do some stretching at home.

Carmella all stretched out with her toys ready for some yoga.

Wednesday, January 11, 2012

Hanging with Siena

Carmella enjoys hanging out with her bestie Siena.
And she especially loves playing under her play gym. 
Thanks for sharing Siena.

 Look how excited Carmella is to be hanging out with her buddy

Siena showing Carmella how the mobile turns and making all the toys move. 
It's great to have friends around that know how to make you smile. 

New Bed

So after our weekend of fun in Oregon we decided it was time for Carmella to get out of her bassinet. Since we aren't in our house yet to set up her crib we decided to make due with her pack n play.


At first she was checking out this new space and seemed to enjoy playing in it. But then she spread out her arms and started kicking her feet, it was then that I knew she was liking her new bed. 

I am happy to report that she didn't have a problem sleeping in it either. Slept through the night, what a champ!!

Tuesday, January 10, 2012

Uncle Stephen's Wedding

The Wedding is finally here!
My little brother got married to a beautiful young lady, Whitney and the whole family was there to celebrate.

But first we all had to fly to Portland Oregon! So we packed up Carmella and all her stuff and boarded the plane on Friday. I must admit that she handled the flight much better than I did. Yes, I was a ball of nerves waiting to see how she would do and of course our sweet angel was just that an ANGEL! She slept the entire time and if you didn't see us board the plane with a car seat you never would have know a 3 month old baby was on the plane. Great Job Carmella, now let the weekend of festivities begin! 

We started the weekend off with a little bridal shower for my future sister in law Whitney. 
Then it was back to the hotel to spend some family time together and get ready for the rehearsal.

Sophia, Jenn and Mom getting some cuddle time

Grandma J and Grandpa C with Carmella

Uncle Stephen holding Carmella for the first time

Awe so cute! Stephen, his WIFE Whitney, Sophia and Carmella
(looks good on you guys.... babies!!)

The next morning we got dressed and headed to the West End Theater where Whitney and Stephen had planned a beautiful wedding. I have to admit I wasn't quite ready for the flood of emotion I felt watching my little brother get married. But it was a beautiful ceremony filled with so much love and many blessings from above.
The Handsome groom waiting for his bride
(This is his reaction when he first saw Whitney walking down the aisle)

And true to Stephen's fashion her wore running shoes not cause he wanted to get away but because he had run hundreds of miles last year (literally) and his wife to be was there to cheer him on along the way.

My beautiful sister in law, Whiteny Petretto!!
Love her!

The Petretto Party (oops I mean family)
Not to worry we'll photo shop Carmella in later she was taking a nap

 A rare photo opportunity, my mom and dad with the siblings

Announcing.... Mr. and Mrs. Stephen Petretto
Too cute and yes I cried again!

 The cake cutting and they were so delicate when feeding each other

 A family photo for the Ferraro's but Carmella seems to be checking something else out

 Carmella showing off her party dress and ready to hit the dance floor.

After we tore up the dance floor it was time to close up the party, so we headed back to the hotel for the after party.
 Finally a picture of the three generations.

This is one of my favorite pictures because it reminds me of two little girls that I know. 
It is a very close resemblance of my sister and me (I will post the original soon).

It was a wonderful weekend and so wonderful to spend time with the family. I love you all so very much and miss you tremendously. 

Stephen and Whitney it was a beautiful wedding and we are so blessed to be a part of your special day. Even more importantly we are so excited for the many more years to come and lots of family fun times!!

14 Weeks Old

14 Weeks Old!!

This has been a fun week in the life of Carmella.
She conquered her first plane flight and we officially had our first giggle, which melted mommy's heart.

Carmella has turned the baby corner and her personality is really starting to shine through. She is engaging in many conversations and putting together new sounds. She loves having girl time (chatting) and when we read her books, some of her favorite books at the touch and feel books.


Stretching out in her new bed

 
Hanging out in her chair, such a different perspective when you're sitting up.

Wednesday, January 4, 2012

3 Months Old

WOW!! 
Carmella is 3 months old!



 She is such a smiley girl and her personality is really beginning to shine through. 
We celebrated her 3 month birthday by going to our first movie together. Diaper Days is a special movie time for moms and baby's, where moms can watch a movie and tend to baby and no one cares if you're loud because everyone else has a baby too. It was lots of fun and we can't wait to do it again!!

Tuesday, January 3, 2012

13 Weeks Old

13 Weeks old and her personality is really coming out.
 
Carmella can recognize her mommy and daddy now and greets us with BIG smiles.  When she spots us or hears our voice she will begin to move her arms and kick her feet in excitement.
She often smiles at strangers too, especially when they look her straight in the eye and coo or talk to her.

 Smile for your picture....

 Carmella found her feet and she wouldn't look at the camera because her feet were way more exciting.

 And then she noticed that her pants had poka dots and she kept trying to grab them.
(It was actually really cute)

Another great week for Carmella and coming up on Friday is her first plane flight!

Rose Bowl 2012

On Monday January 2nd 2012, the Oregon Ducks played Wisconsin in the Rose Bowl. To route on my alma matar Carmella and I made a sign and sent it to our family and friends to cheer on the ducks!


 Well it paid off because the DUCKS won!!
Yeah Go ducks!! Can't wait for next year when she is big enough to cheer the team on in her Oregon cheer leading outfit.